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(27275, 4, '2016-02-04 08:01:04', '2016-02-04 13:01:04', 'During the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department’s annual award and holiday, more than 20 local firefighters earned recognition for saving lives on medical calls and at Hunting Island State Park.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department also presented retiring Fire Chief Sammy Negron with the Career Achievement Award.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27276\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27276\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/COMMUNITY-Fire-Chief-Sammy-Negron-e1454677376700-300x294.jpg\" alt=\"Chief Sammy Negron\" width=\"300\" height=\"294\" /> Chief Sammy Negron[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort-Port Royal Firefighter John Badgett earned the Firefighter of the Year award, and Derrick Washington received the Reserve Firefighter of the Year Award.\r\n\r\n“It was a special night to recognize these two fine firefighters, and also to celebrate the life- saving achievements of our other firefighters recognized in the citations,” incoming Fire Chief Reece Bertholf said.\r\n\r\n“I think it was especially satisfying to all of us to be able to be there when Chief Negron took the Career Achievement Award for all he has done to improve the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department,” Bertholf further remarked.\r\n\r\nIn all, 22 Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters earned recognition on seven different citations. Six of the seven citations were for performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation resulting in a life saved, Bertholf continued.\r\n\r\n“While the number of CPR saves in 2015 is higher than we’ve seen in the past, it says a lot about our firefighters’ training and experience as first responders. That includes being able to perform basic lifesaving procedures.”\r\n\r\nFor example, Firefighter Brittany Thorson earned a citation for exceptional bravery and life- saving skills while working part-time as a lifeguard at Hunting Island State Park. On May 24, Thorson was off-duty with the fire department and was working as a lifeguard when she saw a young boy who had drifted out too far in the large swells and was in distress. “Without any regard for her own safety and committed to save the swimmer’s life from an impending tragedy, Firefighter Thorson immediately entered the rough surf and proceeded to swim out to the boy in distress,” the citation reads. “Upon reaching the victim, Firefighter Thorson was able to calm the swimmer and perform a daring water rescue. Once ashore, the boy was reunited with his parents and friends.”\r\n\r\nIn another citation, Firefighters Joe Ciccone, Vincent Dean and David Evans responded to a call of a person with a possible coronary problem in Port Royal. Upon arrival, they performed CPR and then used an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to help the patient’s heart re-start.\r\n\r\nEmergency medical technicians arrived and transported the victim to the hospital where he recovered.\r\n\r\nOther Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters named on honors citations for saving lives were:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">•  Capt. (now Fire Chief) Bertholf\r\n•  Capt. Larry Deloach\r\n•  Lt. Chip Cooler\r\n•  Lt. Peter Singleton\r\n•  Lt. Gary Guldner\r\n•  Lt. Ross Vezin\r\n•  Firefighters Matt Bowsher, John Garber, Josh Waskow, Derrick Howard, Matt Staley, Clint Holmes, Brett Johnson and Hunter Van Dam.</p>\r\n“It was an exceptional night for some amazing firefighters,” Beaufort City Manager Bill Prokop said. “We are very proud of their achievements and appreciate everyone in the department’s never-ending dedication to making Beaufort safer.”', 'Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters honored for rescues; retiring Fire Chief earns Career Achievement Award', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-port-royal-firefighters-honored-for-rescues-retiring-fire-chief-earns-career-achievement-award', '', '', '2016-02-05 08:03:38', '2016-02-05 13:03:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27275', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27277, 4, '2016-02-04 08:02:42', '2016-02-04 13:02:42', '<em>Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - Custom Clean Car Wash! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!</em>\r\n\r\n<b><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27280\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/columbia1-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"columbia1\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" />Advocacy Trip to Columbia: </b>Leaders of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce met with elected officials to advocate for important issues impacting our region.\r\n\r\n<b>UPCOMING EVENTS</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Thursday, February 11: Business After Hours,</b> from 5:30 to 7 p.m. hosted by the Celadon Community, 14 Celadon Drive, Lady’s Island. This event is free for members, $5 for guests. Please RSVP to the Chamber Office by calling (843) 525-8500.\r\n\r\n<b>• Tuesday, February 16: State of the Schools Breakfast,</b> from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the Beaufort Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, 2225 Boundary Street, Beaufort. The cost is $15 for members, $20 for non members. You may reserve tables of 8 available for $120. Please RSVP to the Chamber Office by calling (843) 525-8500.', 'The Chamber Corner for February 4th-10th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-chamber-corner-for-february-4th-10th', '', '', '2016-02-05 08:05:16', '2016-02-05 13:05:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27277', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27281, 4, '2016-02-04 08:04:31', '2016-02-04 13:04:31', 'Three community leaders with ties to the Beaufort County School District have been named as recipients of the 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Distinguished Service Award.\r\n\r\nBoard of Education member Michael Rivers, Beaufort High School Dean of Students Herbert Glaze and Beaufort County Coroner Ed Allen were honored for their public service at the annual Unity Breakfast sponsored by the Xi Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. The theme of the breakfast was “Social Justice 2016 – You Matter, I Matter, We All Matter: How Can We Make All Lives Matter for a Better America!”\r\n\r\nThe award recognizes individuals who have committed themselves to a lifetime of service in the community.\r\n\r\nRivers was elected to the Beaufort County Board of Education in 1998 and served as the District 5 representative until the redistricting in 2012, when he was elected to represent District 3. An ordained minister currently serving at the United Church of Jesus Christ for All People, Rivers has served on numerous boards, including the Beaufort County Recreation Commission, the Parks and Leisure Services Board and the Beaufort-Jasper Academy of Career Excellence. He also served as president of the St. Helena branch of the NAACP, as Lowcountry Regional Coordinator for the South Carolina Conference Branch of the NAACP and as Beaufort County Poll Manager.\r\n\r\nAfter graduating from Beaufort High in 1976, River served in the U.S. Air Force, where he studied business management. He graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from Claflin College.\r\n\r\n“I’m humbled and honored to be chosen for such a prestigious recognition, and from such an organization of such historic importance,” Rivers said. “It’s more important than ever for all of us to nurture Dr. King’s legacy – not only to remember the dream but also remember the man.”\r\n\r\nGlaze has worked in the Beaufort County School system for 44 years and also has served as the girls track coach for 40 years, with his teams winning nine state championships and 26 region championships. He has twice been named as South Carolina’s track and field Coach of the Year and has been inducted into the South Carolina Coaches Association Hall of Fame.\r\n\r\nIn addition to his school-related work, Glaze served on Beaufort County Council for 20 years and founded Citizens Against Violence Everywhere, a grassroots community coalition of key stakeholders including local county and municipal governments, law enforcement agencies, schools, faith-based organizations, non-profit agencies, businesses, parents and youth. He serves on the Advisory Board for Beaufort County Adult Education and is a board member of the Lowcountry Council of Governments and the CPM Federal Credit Union.\r\n\r\n“When you do things, you do it to benefit others – not for awards,” Glaze said. “But it’s great when you are rewarded because it tells you that people are watching and that they are appreciative.”\r\n\r\nAllen served as Deputy Coroner of Beaufort County for 28 years before being named the County’s Coroner in November 2008, making him the first African-American Coroner of Beaufort County since Reconstruction in the 1870s. He graduated from Robert Smalls High School in 1967 and attended Xavier University in New Orleans before transferring to the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. He graduated in 1970 with a Certificate in Mortuary Science. In 1974, Allen he became the first director of the Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services and was the first African-American EMS director in South Carolina. He served in that role for 33 years and retired in 2007.\r\n\r\nBeginning in 2013, Allen began working with students at Beaufort High School in Bradley Smith’s biomedical science class. With Allen’s assistance, students “investigate” a mock crime scene, analyzing data and evidence to determine the cause of death.', 'Three community leaders with district ties named recipients of MLK Service Awards', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'three-community-leaders-with-district-ties-named-recipients-of-mlk-service-awards', '', '', '2016-02-05 08:05:48', '2016-02-05 13:05:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27281', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27284, 4, '2016-02-04 08:05:53', '2016-02-04 13:05:53', '<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27286\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/COVER-NEW-LIGHT-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"COVER - NEW LIGHT\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />Beaufort County is nearing completion of the latest segment of the Spanish Moss Trail. In anticipation of its opening, the County’s Traffic Engineering Department is preparing to debut a new type of traffic signal in early February—the HAWK.\r\n\r\nThe HAWK, which stands for a High-intensity Activated crossWalK beacon signal, is specifically designed for pedestrian crossings and directs motor vehicles to stop for pedestrians to cross. A pedestrian will be able to press a button that will trigger three lights which warn vehicles to stop, going from flashing yellow to solid yellow and then to solid red and blinking red. After the pedestrians cross, vehicles can proceed forward.\r\n\r\nThe HAWK is sometimes referred to as a Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon. These types of signals have been tested and evaluated for several years in western states, but are a fairly new concept on the east coast.\r\n\r\nAccording to Colin Kinton, the County’s Traffic and Transportation Engineering Director, the HAWK will be installed where the Spanish Moss Trail crosses Robert Smalls Parkway between Neil Road and Salem Road.\r\n\r\nAn expected challenge to overcome is driver and pedestrian habits and expectations, so the County urges motorists traveling in this area to be strongly aware of the new signal and pedestrians. Pedestrians waiting to cross should always remember to push the button at the crosswalk and wait for all traffic to come to a\r\ncomplete stop.\r\n\r\n<b>HAWK traffic signal</b> will be the first in Beaufort County and only the second one of its kind in the entire state of  South Carolina.', 'Beaufort debuts the HAWK', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-debuts-the-hawk', '', '', '2016-02-05 08:19:42', '2016-02-05 13:19:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27284', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27285, 4, '2016-02-04 20:07:22', '2016-02-05 01:07:22', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort County Senior Leadership Class of 2016 at the Beaufort History Center.</em>\r\n\r\nJanuary marked the beginning of the Beaufort County Senior Leadership Program (BCSL), and the class of 2016 is now rolling. Made up of enrollees from all over the County, the participants will be receiving, over the next 15 Wednesdays, a comprehensive insider look at many facets of our home here in the Lowcountry.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27289\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27289\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/COMMUNITY-2-BSL-AT-St.-Helenas-Parish-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort County Senior Leadership Class of 2016 at St. Helena’s Parish.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /> Beaufort County Senior Leadership Class of 2016 at St. Helena’s Parish.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe topic for the past two weeks was Beaufort’s deep and colorful history. Dr. Eric Poplin, an archeologist consultant, lectured on Beaufort County from the beginning of time up to the Civil War including fascinating details of our geology, and very earliest citizens. Santa Elena Foundation’s Dr. Andrew Beall presented his always entertaining story of our “lost century” where Beaufort played a starring role. The local experience of the Civil War up to the Great Storm of 1893 was presented by Dr. Stephen Wise, Director of the Parris Island History Museum and USCB professor. Dr. Wise shared quite a few very interesting background anecdotes that brought the period to life. Mary Rivers Legree, local Gullah expert and prominent advocate, educated the group on the rich history and culture of our Gullah citizens. The first day wrapped up in the Beaufort History Museum at the Arsenal where participants could view actual artifacts, and learn more from the docents.\r\n\r\nThe second day covered the south county starting at the Coastal Discovery Museum with director Natalie Hefter enlightening us all on south county history going back to the Native Americans and right up to the place we live in today. After a tour of the beautiful grounds, BCSL participants headed to the Gateway Campus of USCB for lunch at the Sand Bar Café and an afternoon presentation by Dr. Lawrence Rowland, USCB Professor Emeritus. Dr. Rowland filled participants in on local history from the Great Storm of 1893 up through today, with many anecdotes found only in his and Dr. Wise’s most recent book, the third in their three part series on the history of Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nIt was immensely informative, and enriching to anyone wanting to know why Beaufort County is what it is today. Returning north of the Broad, the group was taken back to the 18th century at St Helena’s Parish Church with a story laden talk with docent Wayne Cousar centering on what the church has seen over the past 300 years, and a tour of the church graveyard.\r\n\r\nThe day’s finale was a social mixer at the newly renovated inn, the Anchorage 1770, right on Bay Street with a view of the water. Hosts, owner Frank and Amy Lesesne, greeted us warmly with the story of the great house, which dates back…1770.', 'Senior Leadership Program begins with Rich History Days', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'senior-leadership-program-begins-with-rich-history-days', '', '', '2016-02-05 08:16:56', '2016-02-05 13:16:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27285', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27292, 4, '2016-02-11 08:05:13', '2016-02-11 13:05:13', '<b>Sportfishing &amp; Diving Club meeting features two presentations</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club February meeting will be Thursday February 11 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 7:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nDr. Steve Arnott, head of South Carolina DNR Inshore Fisheries, will present the Lowcountry’s inshore fish population changes over time, specifically concerning Speckled Trout. Well known Captain Danny Rourk of Tailwinds Charters will present how to target local Speckled Trout during the winter months and which rods, tackle, and baits work best. Guests are welcomed and you do not need a reservation. For additional information please contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.\r\n\r\n<b>Adult Choir to perform in Burton on Feb. 13</b>\r\n\r\nThe St. Paul Baptist Church Adult Choir presents The Theatrical Performance “Missing. The thief comes to steal, kill ad to destroy.” The performance will take place on Saturday, February 13 at 6:00 p.m. at 22 St. Paul Church Road, Burton, SC. For more information, call (843) 525-1326 or (843) 592-5471.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Aglow sets meeting with speaker</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Aglow will meet Saturday, February 13 at The Gulligan’s Seafood Restaurant, 2601 Boundary St, beginning 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The speaker will be Mrs. Rosa Cummings of Bethel Word and Worship Center, Beaufort, SC. Mrs. Cummings overcame sickness and knows the healing power and deliverance in the emotional and physical realms. For information please call (843) 575-5377 or (843) 524-1768.\r\n\r\n<b>Concert to be held by a Korean children’s choir</b>\r\n\r\nThe Jubilee Boys and Girls Choir from the Wangsung Presbyterian Church in Seoul, Korea will perform in concert at The Baptist Church of Beaufort, 600 Charles St. on Wednesday, February 17 at 6 p.m. There is no cost for admission. For information contact Melanie Williams at (843) 252-4104.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Historical Society to meet</b>\r\n\r\nIn celebration of the 450th Anniversary of Santa Elena, Dr. Andy Beall, Executive Director of the Santa Elena Foundation will host the Beaufort County Historical Society, Feb. 18th meeting at the new Santa Elena History Center in the Old Federal Courthouse on Bay and Bladen St. Beaufort. Our meeting will be held at 11:30 a.m.\r\n\r\n<b>SC Representative to speak at Republican meeting on Feb. 18</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Republican Party will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, February 18 at Palmetto Electric Co-Operative, 1 Cooperative Way in Hardeeville. SC State Representative Shannon Erickson will be the featured speaker. Mrs. Erickson’s district covers parts of Northern Beaufort County and Beaufort. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. with a social period starting at 6:00 p.m. Food and refreshments will be served and the meeting is open to the public. For more information, please visit www.beaufortgop.com or email info@beaufortgop.com.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA opens spring soccer registration  </b>\r\n\r\nRegistration is now open for Youth Outdoor Spring Soccer at the YMCA of Beaufort County through Feb. 23rd. Kids age 3-12. Costs are $55 per child for Y members and $70 per child for non-members. Register at the YMCA in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Ave.) or online: ymcabeaufortcounty.com. Scholarship assistance is available. Questions? Contact James Penley, Sport Coordinator at 843-522-9622 or email sports.ymcabeaufort@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Help Hope Haven by coming to open house</b>\r\n\r\nHope Haven of the Lowcountry would like to invite the community to help us bring hope and healing to abused children and adult victims of sexual violence. Please join us for an Open House on February 23, from 5:00  to 6:30 p.m. at Hope Haven located at 1212 Charles Street in Beaufort (In Newcastle Square, behind Talbots and near Herban Market) Enjoy a tour of our center, light refreshments, and a brief presentation by our Executive Director Shauw Chin Capps. Learn more about what Hope Haven does and how you can help make hope happen! R.S.V.P by February 17th, 2016. Please contact Pam Wentworth by calling (843) 524-2256 or by emailing hope12@hopehavenLC.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Learn how to repair &amp; manage your credit</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) will offer two free classes in February at the Chamber Office. On Tuesday, February 23, we will offer a two-hour class on credit repair. Both classes will be from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 801 Bladen Street in Beaufort. All are welcome to attend. Call 843-986-1102 X 2 for more information and to reserve your space.\r\n\r\n<b>Imaging flying 19,000 miles every year</b>\r\n\r\nFripp Audubon has a very special speaker scheduled for their next meeting on February 25 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Deborah Cramer, author of <em>A Tiny Bird, An Ancient Crab &amp; An Epic Journey </em>will share the incredible story of the amazing Red Knots and the critical role our Lowcountry plays in one of Nature’s greatest stories. Each year Red Knots undertake a near miraculous 19,000 mile journey. This little bird’s life depends on its epic journey to meet an ancient crab.\r\n\r\n<b>Integrative Healing Arts Sampler scheduled at in Downtown Beaufort </b>\r\n\r\nJoin our health care volunteers for 20-minute sessions of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Counseling, Healing Touch, massage, and more on Saturday, February 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 705 Bladen St. in downtown Beaufort. These creative therapies in a clinical, nurturing, and integrative environment are for anyone, applying especially to those with mental conditions and disabilities, who cannot afford these services or without insurance for counseling. Cost of $10 per session goes toward the non-profit operating expenses. Prayer, scholarship applications for free services, and gift certificates are also available onsite. Visit MinistriesforSynergeticWellness.org for more information or call 843-770-9947.\r\n\r\n<b>Integrative Healing Arts </b><b>Sampler scheduled</b>\r\n\r\nWe are having a Ping Pong Tournament at Beaufort High on March 12 to benefit the Boys Tennis Team. Come have some fun and play some competitive ping pong against your level of play. It will start at 12 noon in the Gym; sign up will start at 11:15 a.m. We will be having 3 levels of play for singles and doubles along with a 16 under division. There may also be a women’s or girls division if we have enough entries. We can pair you with someone for doubles if you need a partner.\r\n\r\n<b>Local businesses offer </b><b>free prostate screenings </b>\r\n\r\nLowcountry Public Health Region, Beaufort Memorial Hospital, AccessHealth Lowcountry and Mt. Carmel Baptist Church Med-I-Assist Program are teaming up to provide “free prostate screenings” for men, age 40 &amp; above, residing in Beaufort, Jasper and Hampton counties. We’re giving priority to the uninsured, unemployed, underinsured and the working poor; however, all age appropriate men needing his prostate checked, will get a prostate screening done free. If you have questions or would like to get an appointment, please contact 843-412-2572.\r\n<h2>Upcoming library events</h2>\r\nTo be held at the <b>Beaufort Library Main Branch</b> at 311 Scott St, Downtown.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Dr. Seuss Extravaganza!\r\n</b>Date: Wednesday, March 2nd at 4:30 p.m.\r\nDescription: Join the party and celebrate “Read Across America Day” and Dr. Seuss’s birthday! This is a free event! Please contact Kathleen McTeer at (843) 255-6441 or  kmcteer@bcgov.net with questions.\r\n\r\nEvent: <strong>Environmental Experiences of the Lowcountry</strong><b>\r\n</b>Date: Sessions begin at 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 7th and 21st &amp; on April 11th &amp; 25th\r\nDescription: Environmental learning fun for all ages. Come use microscopes, binoculars, and other equipment. Materials and equipment will be available for circulation to those participants who complete the series. This is a free event! Please contact Kathleen McTeer at (843) 255-6441 or  kmcteer@bcgov.net with questions.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Tips and Tools for Wildlife Photography\r\n</b>Date: Saturday, March 12th from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon\r\nDescription: Drawing on decades of photography experience, Mark Vanderpool will discuss how to approach wildlife, what equipment and settings work best, and how to turn a good “capture” into a great image. This is a free event! Please contact Stacey Inman at (843) 255-6458 or sinman@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\n<em>For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.</em>', 'What To Do the week of February 11th-17th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-february-4th-17th', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:09:47', '2016-02-12 13:09:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27292', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27295, 4, '2016-02-11 08:10:08', '2016-02-11 13:10:08', '<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27297 aligncenter\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PETS-Simba-187x300.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - Simba\" width=\"187\" height=\"300\" />\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Simba is a very sweet 3 year old boy. He enjoys playing with feather toys and lounging in the sun. Meet with Simba today! He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-27296\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PETS-Onyx-169x300.jpg\" alt=\"PETS - Onyx\" width=\"169\" height=\"300\" /></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Onyx is a 5 year old girl. She is very sweet once you get to know her. She enjoys relaxing and going for walks. Meet with Onyx today! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Mon. – Sat. from 12 to 7 p.m. </em>\r\n<em>Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more info.</em></p>', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week-21', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:11:52', '2016-02-12 13:11:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27295', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27299, 4, '2016-02-11 08:12:09', '2016-02-11 13:12:09', '<h3>By Dr. Parker T. Barker</h3>\r\nThe short answer is “yes” they do. Heartworms are caused by a long, thin, nasty worm that lives in the blood vessels and heart of infected dogs. The disease is spread from dog to dog (and to cat) by mosquitoes. It is a serious parasitic disease. The mosquito bites a dog with a heart worm infection, collects some of the microscopic heart worm offspring and then, after a couple of weeks, passes these on to another dog or cat.\r\n\r\nInside your dog, if left untreated, these worms can grow to more than 12 inches. And, simply stated, it can kill your dog. But it is also very easy to prevent.\r\n\r\nHeart worms are found in most parts of the United States. Mosquitoes are the key – without them the disease cannot spread. The highest rates of infections are found in subtropical climates like those of the southeastern United States, the Gulf States and Hawaii. However, heart worms are also found throughout the central and eastern United States, particularly near oceans, lakes, wetlands and rivers. Sounds a bit like the Lowcountry to me….\r\n\r\n<strong>How do I know if my dog has heart worms?</strong>\r\n\r\nIf your dog isn’t on a monthly regimen of heart worm preventative medicine, pay attention if your pet seems unusually tired, coughs a lot, or loses a bunch of weight suddenly. Heart worm infection in dogs is usually diagnosed by a blood test. Talk to your Vet immediately if you have concerns about heart worms in your pet. Early detection makes the difference between life and death and I really mean that.\r\n\r\n<strong>How do I prevent heart worm disease?</strong>\r\n\r\nPrevention of heart worm disease is simple. In most cases, a once-monthly prescription tablet or topical treatment is all that is needed to effectively protect your pet. These products include milbemycin oxime (Interceptor Flavor Tabs® and Sentinel Flavor Tabs®), ivermectin (Heartgard® for Dogs), and topical selamectin (Revolution®). These preventatives are only available from your veterinarian who must first make certain that your dog is not heart worm positive before you start the treatment.\r\n\r\nYou should have your dog tested for heart worm every year when you get them their annual Vet check-up. Repeated heart worm blood testing every year is recommended even for dogs taking heart worm preventative year round. Testing is also recommended when a pet owner switches between preventative medications. Annual testing will ensure that an infection is caught in plenty of time to effectively manage it if Fido has managed to get heart worms.\r\n\r\nSome heart worm preventatives also control other intestinal or external parasites that afflict dogs.--kind of multiple protection from yucky stuff. And, from personal experience, the pills don’t taste too bad.\r\n\r\nThere is an American Heart Worm Society (www.heartwormsociety.org.) where you can read about all things heart worm related. There you will also find the AHWS guidelines for how you should prevent your dog from getting these nasty, icky worms in the first place. But the easiest place to get good information is to chat with your Vet.', 'Does my dog need heartworm protection?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'does-my-dog-need-heartworm-protection', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:13:07', '2016-02-12 13:13:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27299', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27301, 4, '2016-02-11 08:13:26', '2016-02-11 13:13:26', '<h3>By Celia Strong</h3>\r\nAs usual, we have several meanings with some of the things we say. Especially in our weekly wine lesson. But, as we sip and learn, the extra layers of meanings just add to the fun. For me, at least. And, hopefully, for you.\r\n\r\nSo, as we travel to Spain, let’s take a moment to review our region. Rioja. In the past, we have done both red and white wines from this region. Today, with a specific holiday not too far away, it seems appropriate to look at a Rioja rosé. Rosado as they call them there. Now that we know that, it seems we’ll have to review both Rioja and rosés. Boy, will we do a lot of work just to learn a new wine. So, anyhow, Rioja is probably Spain’s best known wine region. It is located in northern, central Spain. Its wines date back to Roman times in the area. In 1991, Rioja was the first wine in the country to be granted the higher DOC status. Most of the wines from Rioja are reds, made from Tempranillo and Garnacha. Small amounts of Graciano and Mazuelo can also be used. For our purposes, the Tempranillo and Garnacha matter because they are also used to make “rosado” Rioja. The Rioja region of Spain is known for their rosé wines.\r\n\r\nRosé wines, as we hopefully all remember, are basically made like red wines. Just with a much shorter time of contact between the grape skins and their juice. The skins are what give wines their color; the longer the contact the deeper the color. Also, more skin contact produces more flavors and textures. Rosés have more acidity than tannins (also from the skins), which is why they are served chilled. A cooler temperature perks up the acidity in a glass of wine. Around the world, most wine producing regions do make rosés, from the grape varieties of their vineyards. That means we can get rosés with a wide range of flavors, styles, weights, shades of pink and, of course, prices. So we know what this really means, let’s look at the basic characteristics of rosés made from our two varieties.\r\n\r\nTempranillo rosé wine is a savory style. (There are also fruity styles.) These are usually a pale pink shade and herbaceous notes that include green peppercorns, watermelon, strawberry and hints of meatiness. These wines pair well with vegetables, spicy sausages, Asian flavors and Mexican foods. Garnacha rosés (Grenache rosés) are a fruitier style. More strawberry, cherry, sweet orange and allspice flavors, often fuller bodied, with a medium pink to a ruby red color. These are great warm weather, picnic wines.\r\n\r\nAll of which gets to our winery for this week. El Coto. El Coto was founded in 1970, by a group of wine makers who wanted to make a new style of Rioja. They brought their first wines into the market in 1975, with great success. Two years later they doubled their production. Today, their brand is rated the number one Rioja in the market. El Coto owns 500 acres in the Rioja region, from which they get most of the grapes for our rosé. Rosado!\r\n\r\nOur El Coto Rosado is made from half Tempranillo and half Garnacha. The must (juice from the crushed grapes) sits with the skins for 48 hours. Then, there is a cold fermentation to enhance fruit flavors and the wine is bottled. It has a cleansing acidity that is balanced with strawberry and watermelon flavors, a slight herbaceous undertone, and a long, clean finish. Really a delicious rosé. Yes, it will go well with all the foods we mentioned already. But, there is also that holiday. This wine is perfect with ham. The acidity tweaks the meat’s saltiness. The herbaceous notes match the clove flavors on a ham. Its color makes you think of all the spring flowers coming up. But, what’s with the buck? El Coto means “closure.” Like something is “closed in.” It is the company logo, though. Proudly displayed in front of their winery and on every label. So maybe, somehow, his spirit is in their wines? Taste and you decide. For $9.97. The buck stops there. Enjoy.', 'The buck stops here', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-buck-stops-here', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:14:04', '2016-02-12 13:14:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27301', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27303, 4, '2016-02-11 08:14:32', '2016-02-11 13:14:32', '<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nHillary Clinton’s 21 point trouncing by Bernie Sanders in New Hampshire sets up a tough test of her “South Carolina firewall” in the upcoming February 27 Democratic Party presidential primary here.\r\n\r\nEarly polls showed Clinton, formerly a First Lady, U.S. Senator and Secretary of State leading U.S. Senator Sanders by 2:1 and even 3:1 margins, but pastors of African-American churches here now say the race is still “wide open,” and that they will “give Sanders a look.”\r\n\r\n“Some of the things he has been saying for years – police brutality, the widening wealth and poverty gap, his plans for improving education and raising the minimum wage – will be beneficial to him here, but he has to have people who will interpret his message and get it out,” Rev. Kenneth Hodges at the Tabernacle Baptist Church on Craven Street in Beaufort says. “Right now he doesn’t have enough interpreters,” Hodges added. “But what I’m seeing is the more Sanders reaches out the more of a preacher following he gets.”\r\n\r\nIn the South there is no group more crucial to the success of Democratic Party hopefuls.\r\n\r\nA clergyman whose influence extends well beyond the walls of his historic church, Hodges represents South Carolina House District 121, the district that contains a little of Beaufort, St. Helena Island and much of the surrounding area inland towards Walterboro. Rep. Hodges has not as yet endorsed a candidate in the race, but says he will do so. “South Carolina is a red state,” he explains. “The time of our influence is now, not in November.”\r\n\r\nPerceiving the mounting challenge, the long-planned Clinton South Carolina juggernaut had already swung into high gear even before the New Hampshire results were known. A Clinton loss in South Carolina -- a breach of “the firewall,” which is code for states where large percentages of the Democratic Party electorate are African-American -- would be devastating to her prospects of gaining her party’s nomination.\r\n\r\nConcluding from the recent Iowa caucus results that Clinton has work to do with college-aged voters, last week the Clinton campaign sent a wave of celebrities into South Carolina colleges on her behalf while the candidate barnstormed in New Hampshire. Actress and film director Angela Bassett and television host Vivica Fox, for example, led Clinton get-out-the-vote rallies at South Carolina State University, Claflin University, Vorhees College and Denmark Tech.\r\n\r\nSurrogate-in-Chief Bill Clinton was also in the state, according to the Orangeburg Times and Democrat. Hodges has met with him, as he has also with both major candidates. “The President’s message in these small groups is very focused,” he said. “It is ‘Hillary has been there. She delivers. There is not a lot of risk.’ And Bill Clinton is very well regarded here. He is a factor that weighs heavily against Sanders.”\r\n\r\nThe differences on the issues between the two Democratic Party candidates are stark — much starker than on the GOP side — with Clinton saying she’ll improve upon the status quo and Sanders saying basically the system’s broken and it needs a top-to-bottom reboot.\r\n\r\nOn health care, for example, Clinton says, “I’ll defend the Affordable Care Act, build on its successes, and go even further to reduce costs.”\r\n\r\nSanders, on the other hand, would scrap the system and start again. “Health care is a right,” he says, “not a privilege. The time has come for a Medicare-for-all universal health care system that provides every American with affordable, quality care.”\r\n\r\nSimilarly, on national defense and the threat of Islamic extremism, Clinton’s campaign website says, “As president, she’ll ensure the United States maintains the best-trained, best-equipped, and strongest military the world has ever known.”\r\n\r\nBut Sanders has an ad running on Facebook that says, “Do we substantially increase military spending and prepare for endless war in the middle-east, or do we make college affordable for all Americans, regardless of income? My answer: I will soon be introducing legislation that will make public colleges and universities tuition free.”\r\n\r\nOr on the federal minimum wage, now $7.25 per hour, Sanders says more than double it to $15 per hour over the next few years. Clinton says take it to $12. In other days Hillary’s $12 proposal would have sounded over-the-moon excessive, but next to Bernie she’s a cheapskate.\r\n\r\nDoubling take-home pay, free health care and free college? There’s a lot there to like, especially for voters who feel the American Dream left them behind.\r\n\r\nWe are in for a horse race.\r\n\r\nAnd why shouldn’t we be in this unlikeliest of years? This race pits a former U.S. Senator from New York who was born in Chicago against a sitting U.S. Senator from Vermont who was born in Brooklyn. That race’s winner, it appears today, wins the right to go up against a former casino owner who was born in Queens but who now calls Manhattan home, and perhaps an independent run by another Manhattan businessman who it happens was born in Boston but who has served three terms as Mayor of New York.\r\n\r\nBut New York is a long way from Florence, Orangeburg and Anderson.\r\n\r\nThe key in the upcoming Democratic Party primary here, according to several preachers, may well come down to this. According to one, “Even though ‘trust’ may be an issue for Hillary elsewhere, it is not here. We trust her more. But we do not want to be taken for granted.”', 'As the Democratic primary season ends, the race tightens', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'as-the-democratic-primary-season-ends-the-race-tightens', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:15:24', '2016-02-12 13:15:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27303', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27305, 4, '2016-02-11 08:28:12', '2016-02-11 13:28:12', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nHave you considered trying out some of the social media? Maybe Instagram, Twitter or Facebook? Are you hearing bad things about them? I feel your pain. When I opened up my first Facebook account, I was not quite sure how it worked, but I knew that I could connect with friends and relatives from all over the country if they had an account.\r\n\r\nWhat a treat to log onto Facebook and see the latest baby pictures or vacation videos from friends. But now many people are turning off their accounts because social media has become a forum for people to express their political, social, and religious opinions, and sometimes not in the friendliest manner. It seems that the stream of offensive posts has become more prevalent. However, it has occurred to me that if I turn off my account, I would be denying myself the joy of seeing my niece Kiera’s new kitten or my cousin Pam’s boating activities. I would miss the amazing pictures of Beaufort sunrises and sunsets and the videos of dolphins playing in the creek. I would not be able to laugh at all the cute puppy videos or enjoy a host of other fun things that come across my newsfeed.\r\n\r\nTime to put your fears to rest and connect with the rest of the world. It turns out that you can actually manage social media by “blocking” people and their posts. You can “friend” them without following them too. There are many techniques for you to keep in contact with others without getting inundated with hourly posts or tweets. I also discovered I can block certain web pages that friends like that I find offensive. Now with these newly learned controls, I am enjoying social media even more.\r\n\r\nDo not let people scare you. Learn how to use it responsibly and have fun with family members and friends even if they have totally different interests and beliefs. Let them show you pictures of their pets, children, vacations and their links to interesting pages that you might never have known. There are fascinating Facebook and Twitter pages dedicated to travel, art, boating and just about anything you can imagine. Most cities even have their own social media pages. So, time to friend someone and time to start tweeting. Welcome to the new world.', 'The reason why I am still on social media', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-reason-why-i-am-still-on-social-media', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:29:43', '2016-02-12 13:29:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27305', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27312, 4, '2016-02-11 08:35:36', '2016-02-11 13:35:36', 'The Beaufort County Board of Education recently began discussing options on how to finance new school construction required to house increasing numbers of students. One option discussed by Board members was a one-penny sales tax proposal that would, if approved by voters, also provide property tax relief for home, business and vehicle owners.\r\n\r\nBoard members indicated that they would continue to discuss the idea during the coming weeks.\r\n\r\nProjections indicate that student enrollment will increase by more than 3,000 – most of those students living in southern Beaufort County – over the next decade. District student enrollment projections have been accurate in recent years, with only minimal differences between projections and eventual totals.\r\n\r\nDistrict plans call for building three new schools in the Bluffton area, expanding Hilton Head Island middle and high schools, adding new wings at May River High and River Ridge Academy, building wrestling and gym additions at Beaufort, Bluffton and Whale Branch Early College high schools, and upgrading heating and air-conditioning systems.\r\n\r\n“We know we have the needs,” Superintendent Jeff Moss told Board members. “It’s a matter of how we fund our absolutely necessary building projects – and whether we provide property tax relief at the same time.”\r\n\r\nMoss recommended that the Board consider a 1-cent countywide sales tax that would have to be approved by county voters in November 2016. Counties can bring such a sales tax proposal to voters under state law, and voters in five South Carolina counties – Aiken, Anderson, Charleston, Cherokee and Horry – have approved similar measures.\r\n\r\nA one-penny tax could be in effect for 15 years and bring in an estimated $483 million, or for 10 years and bring in an estimated $316 million. Moss said that he prefers the 10-year version.\r\n\r\nHe also recommended that the Board allocate one-third of the revenues to provide property tax relief. The district estimates that such a tax break would save resident home owners about $127 per year on a $300,000 house and nonresident home owners about $190 per year on a $300,000 house. Additional property tax savings would accrue for business owners and for county residents who own cars or trucks.\r\n\r\nMoss also suggested that Board members could offer to share some of the sales tax revenues with the University of South Carolina Beaufort and the Technical College of the Lowcountry if they wished to participate. He recommended about $24.1 million apiece over 15 years or $17 million apiece over 10 years. Moss noted that hundreds of students earn free college course credits through dual enrollment courses offered in district high schools by TCL, and USCB is considering an expansion of its teacher education programs.\r\n\r\nPartnering with Beaufort County Council on a sales tax referendum – and sharing the revenues from such a tax – would not meet the district’s growth-related needs, Moss said.\r\n\r\nMoss, district Chief Finance and Operations Officer Phyllis White and two school bond experts answered Board members questions at tonight’s meeting. The superintendent added that if the Board eventually supports taking the sales tax proposal to voters in November, there would be many opportunities for voters to get detailed information before that time.', 'Board of Education considers sales tax proposal', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'board-of-education-considers-sales-tax-proposal', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:55', '2018-07-12 14:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27312', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27314, 4, '2016-02-11 08:36:47', '2016-02-11 13:36:47', '<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27307\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/SCHOOLS-Cape-and-Cece-McAlhaney-both-received-straight-As-in-The-Beaufort-County-School-Districts-magnate-program-AMES-Advanced-Math-Engineering-and-Sciences-at-Beaufort-Elementary.-e1455284280211-300x235.jpg\" alt=\"SCHOOLS - Cape and Cece McAlhaney  both received  straight A\'s in The Beaufort County School District\'s magnate program AMES ( Advanced Math Engineering and Sciences) at Beaufort Elementary.\" width=\"300\" height=\"235\" />Cape and Cece McAlhaney both received  straight A’s in The Beaufort County School District’s magnet program AMES (Advanced Math Engineering and Sciences) at Beaufort Elementary.\r\n\r\n<em>Pictured on right: Cape McAlhaney (left) and Cece McAlhaney (right).</em>', 'Our future is with AMES', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'our-future-is-with-ames', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:55', '2018-07-12 14:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27314', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27316, 4, '2016-02-11 08:38:39', '2016-02-11 13:38:39', 'Out of the 56 regional recognitions awarded to Beaufort County District students who participated in the 2016 Scholastic Art and Writing Awards competition, Hilton Head High School earned 91% of the awards.\r\n\r\nThe prestigious Scholastic Art &amp; Writing Awards describes itself as the nation’s longest-running recognition program for creative teens and the largest source of scholarships for young artists and writers. Students in grades 7 through 12 submitted more than 320,000 works of art and writing in 28 categories. Winning students earn opportunities for recognition, exhibition, publication and scholarships.\r\n\r\n“These are very prestigious awards, and to earn so many of them is a wonderful reflection of the talents of our students and the quality of our teachers,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss.\r\n\r\nJudges evaluate student artwork based on originality, technical skill and the emergence of a personal vision or voice. Former winners of Scholastic Awards include Andy Warhol, Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, Sylvia Plath and filmmaker Ken Burns.\r\n\r\nThree Beaufort High students earned Silver Key honors (2nd place): Ashton Giammona, “Miss Metamorphis” (Drawing and Illustration); Tradd Makar, “The Edge” (Drawing and Illustration); and Hannah Perry, “Wilson” (Drawing and Illustration).\r\n\r\nOne Battery Creek High School student, Annette Burkey, won an Honorable Mention for “Silent Tears” (Digital Art).', 'Disappointing results for local schools in national competition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'disappointing-results-for-local-schools-in-national-competition', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:55', '2018-07-12 14:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27316', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27318, 4, '2016-02-11 08:39:12', '2016-02-11 13:39:12', '<em>Photo above from left to right: June Chandler, Dot Steele, Alison Barton, Jan Manning, Merilyn Smith. Photo by Janie Lachman.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Fripp Island Women’s Group raised over $4,400 for Adopt-a-School at their Bingo, Brews, and BBQ Fundraiser last Friday, February 5th. All monies from the fundraiser were donated to Adopt-a-School, a local non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization that supports St. Helena Elementary School with volunteers, supplies, cultural enrichment programs, and a bi-annual book distribution where every child gets a new book to take home. For more information on Adopt-a-School, please contact Alison Barton (843) 838-2561.', 'Fripp Island Women’s Group raises more than $4,400 for local school', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fripp-island-womens-group-raises-more-than-4400-for-local-school', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:55', '2018-07-12 14:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27318', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27321, 4, '2016-02-11 08:41:38', '2016-02-11 13:41:38', 'Alex Pastis scored a game-high 25 points and Myles Myers added 17 points as Academic Magnet beat Battery Creek 74-66 in a highly-anticipated boys’ high school basketball game on February 2.\r\n\r\nFour Battery Creek players reached double figures in the scoring column in the loss. Adonis Williams led Battery Creek with 19 points, five rebounds and five assists. Tim Ford scored 16 points, grabbed eight rebounds and dished out one assist for the Dolphins in the setback. Markell Smalls, another key Battery Creek player delivered 15 points, six rebounds and seven assists. Aiding the Battery Creek attack, Trevon Simmons scored 11 points and hauled in four rebounds.', 'BCHS gets clobbered by Academic Magnet', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bchs-gets-clobbered-by-academic-magnet', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:42:09', '2016-02-12 13:42:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27321', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27323, 4, '2016-02-11 08:42:25', '2016-02-11 13:42:25', 'Bishop England 39, Whale Branch 37: Whale Branch suffered a two-point loss to Bishop England in a Region 6-AA boys’ basketball game on Tuesday, Feb. 2. Bishop England edged the Warriors 39-37 in the region matchup. Kenny Brown and Cam Miller scored 12 points apiece for Whale Branch in the slim loss.', 'Whale Branch loses by two', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'whale-branch-loses-by-two', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:42:47', '2016-02-12 13:42:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27323', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27325, 4, '2016-02-11 08:43:10', '2016-02-11 13:43:10', 'Beaufort High pulled outlasted Hilton Head Island 70-65 in overtime in a Region 8-AAA boys’ basketball game on Friday night. With the win, Beaufort High improved to 10-9 overall and 5-3 in Region 8-AAA.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles bounced back to win after battling through a slow start. Beaufort High faced an eight-point deficit at halftime. Dajour Cleveland paced Beaufort High with 15 points. Matt Garay added 14 points; Kameron Jenkins chipped in 11 points and Marcus Owens contributed 10 points for the Eagles.', 'Beaufort High has overtime win', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-high-has-overtime-win', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:43:32', '2016-02-12 13:43:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27325', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27327, 4, '2016-02-11 08:43:52', '2016-02-11 13:43:52', 'Beaufort Academy earned a rare season win over Hilton Head Prep, holding off numerous runs by the Dolphins to win 60-54. The Eagles led by 15 points before Prep closed on an 11-2 push. Luke Harper keyed the Eagles early and finished with 21 points. Kevin Williams finished with 20 points and 17 rebounds. The fourth quarter belonged to Williams who scored 9 points and owned the defensive glass throughout the stanza. Alec Melville grabbed an additional 10 rebounds and dished 6 assists for the Eagles. All players scored as BA improves to 15-5 overall and 9-3 in the region.', 'BA pulls off win against Hilton Head Prep', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-pulls-off-win-against-hilton-head-prep', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:44:13', '2016-02-12 13:44:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27327', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27329, 4, '2016-02-11 08:44:29', '2016-02-11 13:44:29', 'Beaufort Academy pulled away to defeat Hilton Head Prep 41-31 in a girls’ high school basketball game on Friday night. With the win, Beaufort Academy improved to 8-10 overall and 2-5 in the region.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles used a balanced offensive effort to earn the win. Mary Keane scored 13 points; Amelia Huebel added 12 points and Emily Hiers chipped in 10 points for Beaufort Academy in the victory.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy owned several leads before posting the 10-point win.', 'BA defeats Hilton Head Prep', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-defeats-hilton-head-prep', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:48:01', '2016-02-12 13:48:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27329', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27334, 4, '2016-02-11 08:45:45', '2016-02-11 13:45:45', 'In a girls’ basketball game, Battery Creek beat Academic Magnet 51-25. Jayden Thompson led a balanced Battery Creek offensive effort with nine points. Following directly behind Thompson in the Battery Creek scoring column, Brianna Tolbert and Taquasia Lampkin chipped in eight points apiece for the Dolphins. The win allowed Battery Creek to improve to 6-2 in the region.', 'Dolphins top Academic Magnet', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dolphins-top-academic-magnet', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:46:06', '2016-02-12 13:46:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27334', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27337, 4, '2016-02-12 08:46:04', '2016-02-12 13:46:04', '', '', 'Marilyn Harcharik, Alan Collins, Drs. Cindy and Brad Collins', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'marilyn-harcharik-alan-collins-drs-cindy-and-brad-collins', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:51:49', '2016-02-12 13:51:49', '', 27329, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Marilyn-Harcharik-Alan-Collins-Drs.-Cindy-and-Brad-Collins.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27339, 4, '2016-02-12 08:46:12', '2016-02-12 13:46:12', '', '', 'Matt and Katie Phifer, Kate and Paul Schaefer', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'matt-and-katie-phifer-kate-and-paul-schaefer', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:51:45', '2016-02-12 13:51:45', '', 27329, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Matt-and-Katie-Phifer-Kate-and-Paul-Schaefer.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27340, 4, '2016-02-11 08:46:20', '2016-02-11 13:46:20', 'Beaufort High pulled away to beat Hilton Head Island 48-21 in a Region 8-AAA girls’ basketball game on Friday night. With the win, Beaufort High improved to 16-6 overall and 4-4 in Region 8-AAA. Imari Smalls led the Beaufort High girls’ team with 14 points. Accompanying Smalls in double figures, Naijuia Moyd contributed 12 points. Narrowly missing double figures, Terrayah Williams added nine points for the Eagles.', 'BHS outscores Hilton Head Island', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bhs-outscores-hilton-head-island', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:46:43', '2016-02-12 13:46:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27340', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27343, 4, '2016-02-12 08:46:36', '2016-02-12 13:46:36', '', 'Stephanie Sullivan, Andrew Hatcher, Kristen Clark, Christiand Erik Hardy, Sohpie Schaefer, Brenda Molony, Andy and Elinor Borgert, Kelsey Brown, Amy Ball & Chris Moyer', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'stephanie-sullivan-andrew-hatcher-kristen-clark-christiand-erik-hardy-sohpie-schaefer-brenda-molony-andy-and-elinor-borgert-kelsey-brown-amy-ball-chris-moyer', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:46:36', '2016-02-12 13:46:36', '', 27329, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Stephanie-Sullivan-Andrew-Hatcher-Kristen-Clark-Christiand-Erik-Hardy-Sohpie-Schaefer-Brenda-Molony-Andy-and-Elinor-Borgert-Kelsey-Brown-Amy-Ball-Chris-Moyer.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(27349, 4, '2016-02-11 08:47:13', '2016-02-11 13:47:13', '<em>Photo above: Stephanie Sullivan, Andrew Hatcher, Kristen Clark, Christina and Erik Hardy, Sohpie Schaefer, Brenda Molony, Andy and Elinor Borgert, Kelsey Brown, Amy Ball &amp; Chris Moyer</em>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation’s 27th Annual Valentine Ball, co-chaired by Dr. Luke &amp; Geneva Baxley and Bob &amp; Mary Lou Cullen, and was held on February 6th with a “Golden Age of Hollywood” theme. Hundreds of guests enjoyed elaborate dinner parties hosted by volunteers prior to the Ball and then gathered together for an evening of dancing, tiers of handcrafted desserts and breakfast bites, and a silent auction. Since its inception in 1990, the Valentine Ball has provided nearly $4.5 million for the non-profit hospital, helping to fund projects and programs from the ICU renovation to cancer care. Proceeds from the 2016 Valentine Ball will help fund the renovation of the hospital’s Collins Birthing Center, where up to 100 babies are delivered each month. Photos by Paul Nurnberg.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"27330,27351,27350,27348,27347,27346,27345,27341,27339,27337,27336,27335,27333,27332,27331\"]', 'Valentine Ball brings back the Golden Age of Hollywood', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'valentine-ball-brings-back-the-golden-age-of-hollywood', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:53:35', '2016-02-12 13:53:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27349', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27353, 4, '2016-02-11 08:50:28', '2016-02-11 13:50:28', '<em>Photo above: Edward Jones Managing Partner, Jim Weddle (left) and David Young, of the Edward Jones Client Service Excellence Department (right) accept the JD Power President’s Award from JD Power representative David Wano (center) during a brief ceremony at the 2016 Edward Jones Partners’ Meeting, held in St. Louis, January 14-16.</em>\r\n\r\nFinancial-services firm Edward Jones was awarded the prestigious J.D. Power President’s Award recognizing its commitment to excellence in customer satisfaction, according to Jeff Baumhoer.\r\n\r\nThe President’s Award is presented periodically and recognizes individuals or companies demonstrating dedication, commitment and sustained improvement in serving customers. During the 40-year history of J.D. Power, only 11 companies have previously received the award.\r\n\r\nEdward Jones has ranked highest in the J.D. Power U.S. Full-Service Investor Satisfaction Study in six of the past 10 years and has ranked highest seven consecutive times in the J.D. Power U.S. Financial Advisor Satisfaction Study.\r\n\r\nFinbarr O’Neill, president of J.D. Power, presented the award via video to Jim Weddle, managing partner for Edward Jones, at the firm’s headquarters in St. Louis, Mo.\r\n\r\n“Being focused on the client experience is at the heart of the Edward Jones culture,” said O’Neill. “We know that in your business a superior client experience goes hand-in-hand with providing superior support for the 13,000-plus financial advisors, and the branch office administrators that support them, who are the face of Edward Jones to your clients each and every day.”\r\n\r\nProviding the ideal client experience permeates throughout the firm, Weddle said. “We are especially proud of this recognition because it is for our sustained, long-term commitment to deliver value to our clients,” said Weddle. “This success is due to the efforts of our associates from the home office to our branch teams who are all focused on enhancing the client experience.”\r\n\r\nJ.D. Power is known as the “Voice of the Customer” globally across multiple industries as diverse as automotive, insurance, health care, telecom and travel.\r\n\r\n“The results Edward Jones has achieved in the J.D. Power studies--and more broadly in terms of client service excellence—don’t just happen by accident,” said O’Neill. “So we speak from experience when we say that the consistent excellence achieved by Edward Jones over the past decade is extremely rare for any company in any industry.”', 'Edward Jones receives J.D. Power President’s Award', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'edward-jones-receives-j-d-power-presidents-award', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:57:08', '2016-02-12 13:57:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27353', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27356, 4, '2016-02-11 08:55:53', '2016-02-11 13:55:53', '<em>Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - BeaufortPics (Located at 910 Port Republic Street in Beaufort)! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business or organization as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!</em>\r\n\r\n<b><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27359\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/speed1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"speed1\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />“Speed Networking” at Beaufort Networking:</b><b> </b>The Beaufort Regional Chamber partnered with BNI for the “Speed Networking” event at Beaufort Networking, offering participants an opportunity to make a lots of business connections in a short amount of time.\r\n\r\n<b>UPCOMING EVENTS</b>\r\n\r\n<b>• Thursday, February 11: Business After Hours,</b> from 5:30 to 7 p.m. hosted by the Celadon Community, 14 Celadon Drive, Lady’s Island. This event is free for members, $5 for guests. Please RSVP to the Chamber Office by calling (843) 525-8500.\r\n\r\n<b>• Tuesday, February 16: State of the Schools Breakfast,</b> from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the Beaufort Holiday Inn &amp; Suites, 2225 Boundary Street, Beaufort. The cost is $15 for members, $20 for non members. You may reserve tables of 8 available for $120. Please RSVP to the Chamber Office by calling (843) 525-8500.\r\n\r\n<b>• Wednesday, February 17: Grand Opening/Ribbon Cutting at Howard Family Dental,</b> from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at 35 Robert Smalls Parkway, Suite 103. The official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will begin at 1:15 p.m.\r\n\r\n<b>• Friday, February 19: Coffee With Colleagues,</b> from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. hosted by the Marine Federal Credit Union, 819 Parris Island Gateway. This is a free networking opportunity for members! Bring your business cards!\r\n\r\n<b>• Friday, June 3: Save the date for the Civitas Awards Gala &amp; Annual Meeting!</b> This is an event you won’t want to miss! This year’s event will be held in the brand new Tabby Place on Port Republic Street. <em><strong>Award nominations now being accepted! </strong></em>Take this opportunity to nominate a friend, co-worker, business or organization you think deserves public recognition for doing a great job.  All nominations are due by March 11. Visit www.BeaufortChamber.org or call (843) 525-8500 for more information.', 'The Chamber Corner for February 11th-17th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-chamber-corner-for-february-11th-17th', '', '', '2016-02-12 08:58:54', '2016-02-12 13:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27356', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27361, 4, '2016-02-11 08:59:22', '2016-02-11 13:59:22', '<h3>By Dr. Mark S. Siegel</h3>\r\nMacular degeneration is a major cause of irreversible vision loss in the United States and around the world. As many as 11 million Americans have some form of macular degeneration. To observe Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) Awareness Month, Sea Island Ophthalmology is offering tips for prevention, early detection, and treatment of the condition.\r\n\r\n<b>Facts about Age-Related </b><b>Macular Degeneration (AMD)</b>\r\n\r\nThe number of people living with any form of macular degeneration is similar to that of those who have been diagnosed with all types of invasive cancers.\r\n\r\nAs many as 11 million people in the United States have some form of AMD. This number is expected to double by 2050.\r\n\r\nAMD is the result of deterioration of a central area of the retina called the macula, which is the location of central vision. This deterioration can make vision become blurry or wavy. It can also result in a blind spot in the center of your vision.\r\n\r\nAge is a major risk factor for developing AMD. Other risk factors include: a history of smoking, hypertension, and family history. AMD is more common among women and Caucasians but is seen among all races.\r\n\r\nThere are two types of AMD: dry (atrophic) and wet (neovascular or exudative). Most AMD starts as the dry type and in 10-20 percent of individuals, it progresses to the wet type.\r\n\r\nAge-related macular degeneration is always bilateral (i.e., occurs in both eyes), but does not necessarily progress at the same pace in both eyes. It is therefore possible to experience the wet type in one eye and the dry type in the other.\r\n\r\n<b>Tips for Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) </b><b>Prevention and Treatment</b>\r\n\r\nIf you have a family history of AMD, get a comprehensive dilated eye exam yearly after the age of 50.\r\n\r\nAMD occurs less often in people who exercise, avoid smoking, and eat nutritious foods including green leafy vegetables and fish. If you already have AMD, adopting these habits may help you keep your vision longer.\r\n\r\nAlthough some vision loss from AMD is irreversible, effective treatments can slow down progression or in some cases reverse vision deterioration.\r\n\r\nNutritional supplement formulations containing antioxidants and zinc (studied in the AREDS and AREDS2 clinical trials) have been shown to slow the disease in those who have intermediate AMD and those with advanced AMD in only one eye.\r\n\r\nAnti-VEGF injections (medication specifically aimed at stopping the progression of the abnormal blood vessels that cause the vision loss) are an effective treatment for the wet or neovascular form of AMD and may control or reverse vision loss if administered shortly after the onset of vision loss. Early recognition of vision change, evaluation by an ophthalmologist, and starting proper medical treatment may be sight-saving.\r\n\r\nAnti-Complement treatments and Stem cell therapies are promising treatments for the advanced dry form of AMD, which are being studied in multiple clinical trials.', 'February is Age-Related Macular Degeneration Awareness Month', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'february-is-age-related-macular-degeneration-awareness-month', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:00:55', '2016-02-12 14:00:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27361', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27362, 4, '2016-02-11 08:59:44', '2016-02-11 13:59:44', '<h3>By Martha O’Regan</h3>\r\nWe are living in a very exciting time as human consciousness continues to expand in ways that even a few years ago were only shared by a small number of open minded individuals and certainly not in a public arena. Now the lines that have kept so many structures separate are beginning to soften, blur or completely vaporize as families and communities come together to discuss ways to grow, create change and evolve as a culture. Diversity in ideas and beliefs are more accepted as the need to judge someone else’s views as right or wrong, bad or good, is being replaced with the ability to see that many parts create the whole. No longer are we settling that everything has to look a certain way or that we need to follow the ‘sheeple’ by doing what everyone else is doing. We are beginning to believe again in the power of love, compassion, equality, and joy more than we can remember.\r\n\r\nThere are many scientists, teachers, guides and gurus out there sharing the fact that we create our reality from things we can’t touch, see, hear, or often even imagine and we’re buying it…at least as much as our brains can handle. Why? I believe it is because we can sense it deep in our core as a spiritual knowingness that has always been there, but is just recently re-awakening. The challenge is that even when we can feel it, we still want it to make sense and to be able to have an intelligent linear conversation about it, yet the quantum world is far from sensible or linear. Books about returning from near death experiences, reuniting with past lives, setting intentions or manifesting your dreams, goals and desires all share the same theme…..we are bigger than we think we are. We are more than we can think we are because we are infinite and go beyond space and time. That is all fine and good, but, what about right here, right now? How do we use this amazing knowledge to live in our world today, pay our bills, manage a home and family, and maintain health and well-being? The answer we are given is to live consciously each and every moment, watch what unfolds based on what shows up in front of us, and simply ask ‘how is this serving my highest good’, ‘what is this teaching me’ or ‘how/why the heck did I create this’? Sounds so simple…just not always easy, especially at first while we learn to weed through all of the distractions that we have created to make our lives make sense or to keep us safe. These are the structures we can begin to dissolve as we choose to wake up to new possibilities.\r\n\r\nI just love looking at words and trying to imagine who made them up and what they must have been thinking at the time. While contemplating what it means to stay in the present moment, I saw the word through the quantum field and it hit me that each moment has been pre-sent from something I thought, said, heard, believed or created from the past. Likewise, every thought, word and deed that I may be having right now is being pre-sent to become my future. Whoa….right? That moment changed everything for me allowing me to catch those thoughts that I certainly have no desire to manifest on any level, and shift them immediately into something that I would love to create. Of course, I miss a few along the way so when that unexpected or bizarre experience shows up ‘out of nowhere’, I can trust that it is ‘just what I asked for’ from somewhere in my past and can begin to explore the ‘why’ without judgment or upset but with curiosity and discovery. So, take the challenge to observe what shows up as this ‘pre-sent’ moment without judgment and take care in what you pre-send into tomorrow. Live Awake….Have Fun!', 'Pre-sent from the past and into the future', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pre-sent-from-the-past-and-into-the-future-2', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:02:33', '2016-02-12 14:02:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27362', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27370, 4, '2016-02-11 09:03:32', '2016-02-11 14:03:32', '<img class=\"alignright wp-image-27363\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/ARTS-VISUAL-POETRY-HAVE-REQUESTED-HIGH-RES-IMAGE.-IF-WE-DONT-GET-I-WILL-PUT-IN-WHAT-TO-DO-e1455285879587-247x300.jpg\" alt=\"Eve Miller with some of her paintings.\" width=\"221\" height=\"268\" />\r\n\r\nAward winning artist Eve Miller’s solo exhibition of beautiful pastel paintings is currently showing at the Dataw Island Community Center. The paintings show the energy, beauty and changing nature of the marshes which inspire Eve’s work.\r\n\r\nThe palette Eve uses changes with the tides and seasons of the Lowcountry. Each painting captures the time of day or the angle of light or the subtle, natural beauty of the salt marsh. The sense of peace and the tranquility of the scenes invite the viewer to look closely for the differences in each piece while enjoying the total effect of the artist’s ability to share her vision of nature. The show, Visual Poetry, runs until the end of February.\r\n\r\n<em>Photo on right: Eve Miller with some of her paintings.</em>\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"4\" ids=\"27364,27367,27366,27365\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Dataw Island features Lowcountry paintings', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dataw-island-features-lowcountry-paintings', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:08:53', '2016-02-12 14:08:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27370', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27371, 4, '2016-02-11 09:03:35', '2016-02-11 14:03:35', '<h3>By Dr. Edward R. Blocker</h3>\r\nTrigger finger is one of the more common problems that can affect your hand. Its name is not meant to imply that it affects the finger used to fire a weapon. It can actually affect any finger or thumb.\r\n\r\nThe name “trigger finger” is a descriptive term of what the finger feels and even looks like when the symptoms occur. After making a fist or closing your hand around an object, the trigger finger (or thumb) will catch or “trigger” as you try to straighten it back out. In extreme cases, you may have to use your other hand to straighten it. These triggering episodes can be mild or can cause quite a bit of pain. There is often a painful nodule that can be felt in the palm at the base of the triggering finger.\r\n\r\nAlthough it may feel like the problem is in your knuckle, it is caused by a problem with the tendon that controls your finger.\r\n\r\nOur tendons are like puppet strings. Muscles pull the tendons which then move your fingers. There are tendons on the palm side of your hand that when pulled cause your finger or thumb to flex down into your palm to make a fist. The tendons on the backside of your hand pull your fingers back out straight.\r\n\r\nThe tendons that bend (flex) your finger down are more complex than the ones that straighten them out. These flexor tendons pass through a sheath as they slide back and forth to move your fingers. At times, the tendon can get hung up or caught as it passes through this sheath. This causes the finger to catch or “trigger.” An analogy would be a large knot of fishing line that can’t easily pass through the rings on a fishing pole. The knot hangs up in a ring and if enough pull is applied, suddenly passes through.\r\n\r\nIt is generally a simple problem to treat.\r\n\r\nOption 1: It might resolve on its own. We call this treatment “tincture of time” or “benign neglect.”\r\n\r\nOption 2: The simplest treatment option would be to try an anti-inflammatory such as Advil or Motrin. This can have the affect of quieting down the inflammation around the tendon so that it can glide through its sheath without catching. Not everyone can take anti-inflammatories so if in doubt check with your medical provider.\r\n\r\n.Option 3: A cortisone injection near the tendon can sometimes cure this problem. Cortisone is a strong steroid anti-inflammatory that is put right at the source of the problem. This can quiet the inflammation and allow the tendon to glide back and forth without catching.\r\n\r\nOption 4: A simple outpatient procedure can be done to open the area of the tendon sheath where the triggering occurs. This also allows the tendon to glide back and forth without catching.\r\n\r\nIn my practice, if someone comes in with a trigger finger, they’ve usually already put up with it for a while (option 1) and it hasn’t gone away. They have also often tried an anti-inflammatory (option 2). So the next step I usually recommend is an injection. Sometimes a patient will say they don’t want an injection because it’s “just temporary.” However, in the case of trigger finger, an injection can sometimes cure the problem and is therefore usually worth a try before resorting to surgery.\r\n\r\nOf course, sometimes an injection is temporary or doesn’t work at all. If it worked 100% of the time we’d never have to do the surgery. So for those that have persistent, bothersome triggering not relieved with the other three options, or who simply don’t want a shot, surgery is an option and has a very high likelihood of success.\r\n\r\nTrigger finger is one of the more common hand conditions we see in orthopaedic practices. While it is usually not debilitating, it is usually very annoying. Fortunately, we have relatively simple treatment options that are likely to be curative.\r\n\r\n<em>Edward R. Blocker, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with Beaufort Memorial Orthopaedic Specialists. A graduate of the Medical University of South Carolina, Dr. Blocker completed his internship and residency at the Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center and the Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children - Greenville Unit. He has been practicing in Beaufort for the past 18 years.</em>', 'Trigger finger: what is it and how is it treated?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'trigger-finger-what-is-it-and-how-is-it-treated', '', '', '2016-02-15 16:51:29', '2016-02-15 21:51:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27371', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27377, 4, '2016-02-11 09:22:08', '2016-02-11 14:22:08', '<em>Photo above: There is nothing better than running with friends says 9 year old Caroline Schools.</em>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy’s annual 5K &amp; 10K Chilly Bean Race and Chili Cookoff was held last weekend at Coosaw Point and attracted more than 500 runners, a much bigger field than ever before. The men’s winner of the 5K was Josiah Tobin with a time of 18:20 and the ladies field was won by Sarah Foley with a time of 19:55.\r\n\r\nIn the 10K race, George Moreno won in the men’s division with a time of 37:50 and Erin Padgett took home the gold for the ladies. Additionally the official “old bean” award goes to Alan Offstein and Maureen Hijar both admitting to 69 years old and the youngest competitor was Ava Richards who is a whopping five!\r\n\r\nCongratulations to all the runners and chili makers for coming together to have a great event and make some money for Operation Backpack, a 501 (c) 3 right here in Beaufort. And to grand champion chili maker is Larry Wilson with “Larry’s Rockin’ Green Chili”! Co-Chairs, Vivi Verity Nellen and Shannon Roberts really did a great job and get the gold star award for all their time and energy that went into making this year’s Chilly Bean Race Race and Chili Cookoff the best yet!\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"27380,27387,27385,27383,27392,27393,27397,27396,27395,27394,27391,27398,27400,27401,27405,27404,27403,27406,27407,27410,27402,27411,27412,27414,27415\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Chilly Beans come in all shapes and sizes!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chilly-beans-come-in-all-shapes-and-sizes', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:41:54', '2016-02-12 14:41:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27377', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27378, 4, '2016-02-11 09:09:44', '2016-02-11 14:09:44', 'Beaufort County and the Beaufort County Open Land Trust invite residents to participate in a survey regarding the County’s Rural and Critical Lands Preservation Program, which has acquired approximately 23,000 acres of land for conservation since 1999.\r\n\r\nSome of these spaces have potential public use and benefit as passive park space which can be utilized for recreation such as bird watching, hiking, and fishing. The input from residents will assist the County in creating a plan for the improvement, operation, and maintenance of these critical public spaces. This survey is being administered by Clemson University researchers through the Strom Thurmond Institute and Clemson University’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management. The survey is available online at www.bcgov.net and hard copies will be available at the County’s Planning Department (100 Ribaut Road, Room 115, Beaufort) and all County Library branches beginning February 10. The survey deadline is February 29, 2016. For additional information, call the Planning Department at 843-255-2141.', 'Rural & Critical Lands Preservation Program Survey needs input', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'rural-critical-lands-preservation-program-survey-needs-input', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:10:33', '2016-02-12 14:10:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27378', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27382, 4, '2016-02-11 09:10:43', '2016-02-11 14:10:43', 'On Thursday evening, February 18th, from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m., TidePointe will present the 10th Anniversary Cooks &amp; Books Gala to benefit The Literacy Center and their mission to improve literacy in the Lowcountry!\r\n\r\nIt is an elegant evening – complete with a sumptuous dinner buffet, decadent desserts, wonderful jazz, unique auction items and a full open bar – and all for a great cause. Executive Chef Stephen Stewart, winner of the 2014 “Heat is On” cooking competition at the Cooks &amp; Books Festival, and his culinary staff will showcase an incredible collection of fabulous hors d’oeuvres, buffet entrees and tempting hand-crafted desserts. To compliment the dinner, TidePointe’s outstanding service team will offer specialty mixed drinks – book themed drinks like “The Last of the Mohito’s” – along with a full open bar and special wine tastings. The John Brackett Trio, an accomplished and well-known local jazz group, will provide a wonderful backdrop for this special evening.\r\n\r\nThis year’s silent and live auctions are going to be the most exciting yet! At the live auction, one appetizing item to be won is a five-course gourmet dinner for ten prepared in your home by Chef Eric Sayers and Chef Yuri Gow. Other prizes include a five-course Gullah favorites meal for eight in your home, prepared by cookbook author Sallie Ann Robinson, dinner or cocktail buffet for eight in your home by Two Tomatoes Catering; an oyster roast for 10 at Hudson’s Seafood Restaurant on the Docks; and a chance to live your dreams as a judge at the Cooks &amp; Books “The Heat is On!” Chefs’ competition! You may notice a reoccurring theme—cooking is what this auction is all about!\r\n\r\nThere are only 20 tickets left so call today (843) 815-6616!', '20 tickets left for the Cooks & Books 10th Anniversary Gala', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '20-tickets-left-for-the-cooks-books-10th-anniversary-gala', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:11:14', '2016-02-12 14:11:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27382', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(27384, 4, '2016-02-11 09:10:58', '2016-02-11 14:10:58', 'Please join CODA –Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse – and Reggie Deas, Lead Singer of DeasGuyz for the fourth annual Race4Love 5K Run/Walk on Cat Island Saturday, February 13, beginning at 9:00 a.m. The course, which is flat and quick, offers a pleasant trip through the scenic neighborhoods of Cat Island. The race will start near Sanctuary Golf Course located at 8 Waveland Avenue in Beaufort. Play Hard Event Timing is providing event management and chip timing.\r\n\r\nThe Race4Love will also feature a lot of fun activities, including: a valentine relay, an S’mores bar, a Valentine’s Day-themed costume contest for both race participants and their dogs, and an interactive fire-fighting demonstration. In addition, Massage Envy will have two therapists on hand to offer free massages after the race. Additionally, there will be great prizes for best costume and relay winners as well as a “speediest dog” award.\r\n\r\nHelp CODA “Fund the Need at Any Speed” through your participation as a walker or runner. Fees are $25 for the run and $20 for the walk and will increase to $30/$25 for race day registration. Prizes will be given to the top two male and female overall over 18, the top male and female under 18 and awards will go to the top three in each age division. All children 9 and under will receive medals.\r\n\r\nProceeds from Race4Love will benefit CODA and local survivors of domestic abuse. Since 1986, CODA has been helping survivors of domestic abuse break the cycle and build new lives for themselves and their families. Over the years, CODA has grown from a hotline and emergency shelter to offer a continuum of free services available in shelter and in the community including counseling, case management, legal services, transitional housing and community education. CODA relies on grants and donations to provide all of these critical services free of charge.\r\n\r\nFor more information and to register, please visit race4love.com. or contact them at 843-770-1074 ext.221.', 'CODA announces fourth annual Race4Love  5K Run/Walk February 13 featuring Reggie Deas, Lead Singer of DeasGuyz, as Grand Marshall', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coda-announces-fourth-annual-race4love-5k-runwalk-february-13-featuring-reggie-deas-lead-singer-of-deasguyz-as-grand-marshall', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:11:31', '2016-02-12 14:11:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27384', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27390, 4, '2016-02-11 09:20:33', '2016-02-11 14:20:33', '<h3>By Katie Zimmerman</h3>\r\nCommunities up and down our coast are exploring ways to reduce single-use plastic items in order to keep our beaches clean and our sea creatures safe. In addition to strangling marine life, single-use plastics cause problems for the machinery at municipal recycling facilities and degrade municipal compost. As a result of the rise of plastic pollution, in recent years scientists have found tiny fragments of plastic that have broken down in our waterways and are working their way through food webs — ultimately poisoning us.\r\n\r\nSome municipalities, including Isle of Palms, have already taken steps to reduce plastic waste on our beaches. Plastic bag manufacturers are now targeting local governments, despite SC being a “home rule” state. The plastic bag lobby is pushing for a bill in the legislature that would prevent towns and cities from enacting their own local waste-reduction solutions, including banning plastic bag bans. (Think of it as a ban on plastic bag bans.)\r\n\r\nOur coastal towns and cities deserve to make their own decisions about what’s in their communities’ best interest. Stand up for our environment today by asking your state representative to vote NO on H.3378. Write your legislator directly or here at www.action.coastalconservationleague.org/page/speakout/plastic-bag-bans-\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina has thousands of volunteers currently devoting their time and energy to protecting sea turtles — one of several species harmed by single use plastic bags — and thousands more volunteers participating in litter sweeps regularly. Let’s ensure their efforts don’t go to waste.\r\n\r\nTell your representative today to stand against the plastic bag lobby and stand up for our coast.\r\n\r\n<em>Katie Zimmerman is the Air, Water, &amp; Public Health Program Director of the Coastal Conservation League.</em>', 'The Coastal Conservation League asks for political action on plastics', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-coastal-conservation-league-asks-for-political-action-on-plastics', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:40:36', '2016-02-12 14:40:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27390', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27391, 4, '2016-02-12 09:11:35', '2016-02-12 14:11:35', '', '', 'Want to know what a chili bean looks like?', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'want-to-know-what-a-chili-bean-looks-like', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:19:19', '2016-02-12 14:19:19', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Want-to-know-what-a-chili-bean-looks-like.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27392, 4, '2016-02-12 09:11:40', '2016-02-12 14:11:40', '', '', 'Christian Koppernaes finishing 13th overall in the 5K Run.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'christian-koppernaes-finishing-13th-overall-in-the-5k-run', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:19:14', '2016-02-12 14:19:14', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Christian-Koppernaes-finishing-13th-overall-in-the-5K-Run.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27393, 4, '2016-02-12 09:11:50', '2016-02-12 14:11:50', '', '', 'Juana Alvarez and her pups got a good run in today.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'juana-alvarez-and-her-pups-got-a-good-run-in-today', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:19:10', '2016-02-12 14:19:10', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Juana-Alvarez-and-her-pups-got-a-good-run-in-today.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27394, 4, '2016-02-12 09:11:54', '2016-02-12 14:11:54', '', '', 'Tracey Hines with son Tom crossing the finish line.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'tracey-hines-with-son-tom-crossing-the-finish-line', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:19:07', '2016-02-12 14:19:07', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Tracey-Hines-with-son-Tom-crossing-the-finish-line.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27395, 4, '2016-02-12 09:11:59', '2016-02-12 14:11:59', '', '', 'Bev Wood, 66, shows the young sprouts how to do it in the 5K.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'bev-wood-66-shows-the-young-sprouts-how-to-do-it-in-the-5k', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:19:02', '2016-02-12 14:19:02', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Bev-Wood-66-shows-the-young-sprouts-how-to-do-it-in-the-5K.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27396, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:04', '2016-02-12 14:12:04', '', '', 'Caroline Nichols graciously lets someone go in front.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'caroline-nichols-graciously-lets-someone-go-in-front', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:18:56', '2016-02-12 14:18:56', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Caroline-Nichols-graciously-lets-someone-go-in-front.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(27398, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:14', '2016-02-12 14:12:14', '', '', 'Joey and Lauren Grice finish together.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'joey-and-lauren-grice-finish-together', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:18:47', '2016-02-12 14:18:47', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Joey-and-Lauren-Grice-finish-together.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27399, 4, '2016-02-11 09:12:15', '2016-02-11 14:12:15', 'Democrats for Senator Bernie Sanders announce the grand opening of their local campaign office at 422 Parris Island Gateway here in Beaufort. The office hours are Monday-Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. You may call at 803-573-0598 between these times if you have any questions. Anyone interested in volunteering for campaigning duties please contact the office. Local Democrats for #FeelTheBern are very excited and working hard to succeed in achieving a Senator Sanders win in the South Carolina Primary which will be held on Feb 27th. Absentee voting is in effect now, so please vote and come out to be a part of this possible history in the making.', 'Democrats for Bernie Sanders open local office', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'democrats-for-bernie-sanders-open-local-office', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:13:32', '2016-02-12 14:13:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27399', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27400, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:18', '2016-02-12 14:12:18', '', '', 'Travis Pullen pushing a double-wide in the 10K.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'travis-pullen-pushing-a-double-wide-in-the-10k', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:18:42', '2016-02-12 14:18:42', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Travis-Pullen-pushing-a-double-wide-in-the-10K.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(27403, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:34', '2016-02-12 14:12:34', '', '', '6 year old Winston Twenge is ready to run it again!', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', '6-year-old-winston-twenge-is-ready-to-run-it-again', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:18:24', '2016-02-12 14:18:24', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/6-year-old-Winston-Twenge-is-ready-to-run-it-again.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(27405, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:41', '2016-02-12 14:12:41', '', '', 'William and Rebecca Gray are happy to finish the 10K.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'william-and-rebecca-gray-are-happy-to-finish-the-10k', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:18:14', '2016-02-12 14:18:14', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/William-and-Rebecca-Gray-are-happy-to-finish-the-10K.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27406, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:44', '2016-02-12 14:12:44', '', '', 'Co-Chairs Vivi Verity Nellen and Shannon Roberts watch the festivities.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'co-chairs-vivi-verity-nellen-and-shannon-roberts-watch-the-festivities', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:18:09', '2016-02-12 14:18:09', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Co-Chairs-Vivi-Verity-Nellen-and-Shannon-Roberts-watch-the-festivities-.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27407, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:48', '2016-02-12 14:12:48', '', '', 'The Bull Grapes played awesome music!', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'the-bull-grapes-played-awesome-music', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:17:58', '2016-02-12 14:17:58', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/The-Bull-Grapes-played-awesome-music.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27408, 4, '2016-02-12 09:12:51', '2016-02-12 14:12:51', '', '', 'Katey Huebels Chili, Chili, Toot, Toot ready to go', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'katey-huebels-chili-chili-toot-toot-ready-to-go', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:17:51', '2016-02-12 14:17:51', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Katey-Huebels-Chili-Chili-Toot-Toot-ready-to-go.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(27412, 4, '2016-02-12 09:13:07', '2016-02-12 14:13:07', '', '', 'Herbert Williams enjoys the day with his family.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'herbert-williams-enjoys-the-day-with-his-family', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:17:21', '2016-02-12 14:17:21', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Herbert-Williams-enjoys-the-day-with-his-family.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27413, 4, '2016-02-12 09:13:09', '2016-02-12 14:13:09', '', 'COMMUNITY - BERNIE SANDERS DEMOCRATS Beaufort Office Opening 2-4 (2)', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'community-bernie-sanders-democrats-beaufort-office-opening-2-4-2', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:13:09', '2016-02-12 14:13:09', '', 27399, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/COMMUNITY-BERNIE-SANDERS-DEMOCRATS-Beaufort-Office-Opening-2-4-2.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
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(27415, 4, '2016-02-12 09:13:24', '2016-02-12 14:13:24', '', '', 'Supporters enjoying some of the great chili.', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'supporters-enjoying-some-of-the-great-chili', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:17:25', '2016-02-12 14:17:25', '', 27377, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Supporters-enjoying-some-of-the-great-chili.jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27417, 4, '2016-02-11 09:13:45', '2016-02-11 14:13:45', '<em>Photo above: Phil Gaines, Director of SC State Parks, Bonnie Wright, past President, Denise Parsick, current President and Dick Grier, past President of FOHI.</em>\r\n\r\nOn Thursday, January 21st, the Friends of Hunting Island gathered to celebrate their receiving the President’s Award from the National Association of State Park Directors for exemplary support of a state park. Hunting Island supporters, State Park Rangers, and photography buffs came together to sample some great Lowcountry staples like shrimp and grits and enjoy the current photographic exhibition put on by the Photography Club of Beaufort. Besides local dignitaries, State Representatives Shannon Erickson and Jeff Bradley were also in attendance.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"27422,27423,27424,27425,27427\"]', 'Friends of Hunting Island win President’s Award', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'friends-of-hunting-island-win-presidents-award', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:22:14', '2016-02-12 14:22:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27417', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27420, 4, '2016-02-12 09:14:40', '2016-02-12 14:14:40', '', 'George and Dory Ingram, Friends of Hunting Island members.', '', 'inherit', 'open', 'closed', '', 'george-and-dory-ingram-friends-of-hunting-island-members', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:14:40', '2016-02-12 14:14:40', '', 27417, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/George-and-Dory-Ingram-Friends-of-Hunting-Island-members..jpg', 0, 'attachment', 'image/jpeg', 0),
(27421, 4, '2016-02-11 09:14:45', '2016-02-11 14:14:45', '<em>Photo above: U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Christian B. Martinez/Released.</em>\r\n<h2>Saint Helena Island Native earns Sailor of the Day honors</h2>\r\nAviation Boatswain’s Mate (Handling) Airman Isis J. Gooden, from Saint Helena Island, S.C., USS John C. Stennis’ (CVN 74) Sailor of the Day for Feb. 2, steers the ship under instruction. Providing a combat-ready force to protect collective maritime interests, Stennis is operating as part of the Great Green Fleet on a regularly scheduled Western Pacific deployment.\r\n<h2>Dr. Patricia Thompson &amp; Nurse Practitioner Suzanne Wolf join Beaufort Memorial Hospital OB-GYN Office</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27428\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-27428\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WHOS-NEWS-BMH-Fontana-John-MD-2-e1455287276321-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. John Fontana\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Dr. John Fontana[/caption]\r\n\r\nLongtime Lowcountry OB-GYN Dr. Patricia Thompson has joined Beaufort Memorial Obstetrics &amp; Gynecology Specialists, strengthening her two-decade relationship with the hospital. Nurse practitioner Suzanne Wolf also will be joining the group.\r\n\r\nDr. John Fontana, who founded the former Beaufort OB-GYN in the 1970s and has practiced at Beaufort Memorial for more than 40 years, will be retiring as a gynecologist. He will continue to assist with surgery cases at the hospital on a part-time basis.\r\n\r\nBoth Thompson and Wolf specialize in gynecology and no longer deliver babies. They will continue to see patients at their current office at 1835 N. Paris Ave. in Port Royal. Thompson also offers office hours at Bluffton Medical Services, 11 Arley Way.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27429\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"wp-image-27429 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WHOS-NEWS-BMH-Thompson-Pat-MD-2-e1455287203859-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Patricia Thompson\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Dr. Patricia Thompson[/caption]\r\n\r\nA board-certified physician for 20 years, Thompson most recently owned and practiced with Gynecology Associates of Beaufort. She is one of four Beaufort Memorial OB-GYN surgeons trained to perform robot-assisted hysterectomies and other gynecological procedures.\r\n\r\nA graduate of West Virginia University Medical School, she completed her OB-GYN residency at MacDonald Women’s Hospital in Cleveland and went on to earn a master’s degree in Health/Health Care Administration/Management from the University of North Carolina in 2010.\r\n\r\nOver the years, she has been actively involved with Beaufort Memorial Hospital and recently served as vice chair of the BMH Board of Trustees and is the hospital’s chief medical information officer.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27430\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"wp-image-27430 size-thumbnail\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WHOS-NEWS-BMH-WolfSuzanne-CNP-2-e1455287125989-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Suzanne Wolf\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Suzanne Wolf[/caption]\r\n\r\nPrior to graduating from the Family Nurse Practitioner Program at the Medical University of South Carolina in 1996, Wolf was a U.S. Air Force Nurse Corps officer for 20 years.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial OB-GYN is part of Beaufort Memorial Physician Partners, a multi-specialty network of practices and providers with locations throughout Beaufort and Hampton counties.', 'Who’s News for the week of February 11th-17th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'whos-news-for-the-week-of-february-11th-17th', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:39:34', '2016-02-12 14:39:34', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27421', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27433, 4, '2016-02-11 09:24:57', '2016-02-11 14:24:57', '<em>Photo above: the newest segment of the Spanish Moss Trail crosses over Battery Creek by way of Ealey’s Trestle.</em>\r\n\r\nThe Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail (FSMT) announce the opening of the next 2 miles of the Spanish Moss Trail – from Depot Road to Broad River Boulevard – bringing the Lowcountry a fully-connected, 6.5 mile Trail that provides a seamless route from Port Royal to the communities south of the Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS).\r\n\r\n“The Spanish Moss Trail brings Beaufort’s past into its future,” said Paul Sommerville, Chairman of the Beaufort County Council. “From a rail line that brought critical supplies to our community and was Beaufort’s lifeline to the outside world, to a joyous opportunity to introduce young, old and new to the unmatched beauty of our marshes, rivers and semi-tropical canopy.”\r\n\r\nWith a grant from the Federal Highway Administration, Beaufort County completed construction on the much-anticipated Phase 4 of the Trail that connects Phases 1-2 with Phase 3 – which until now had a 2 mile gap.\r\n\r\n“This new segment is a beautiful section of the Trail crossing over Battery Creek on the newly restored Ealey’s Trestle,” said Dean Moss, Executive Director of the Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail. “People can now enjoy the sunset as they walk, run, bike or even fish on this Trestle.”\r\n\r\nThis segment also has the only pedestrian-controlled stop light in Beaufort County – where the Trail crosses Robert Smalls Parkway/Hwy 170. It also provides continuous access to downtown Beaufort and Port Royal from the neighborhoods along Salem Road as well as access from both directions to the movie theatre and the Beaufort Plaza shopping center.\r\n\r\nToday, there are 6.5 miles of the Spanish Moss Trail open to explore by bike or on foot. Its 10-Phase Master Plan, which when complete, will be a 13.6-mile long, 12-foot wide, paved trail –dedicated to pedestrians and bicyclists. Parking is located along the Trail with Rest Area Trailheads at Westvine Drive, Broome Lane, Depot Rd., Beaufort Plaza Shopping Center and Roseida Road.\r\n\r\n“As for what’s next for the Spanish Moss Trail, the Friends are actively involved in the planning and engineering of Phase 5 of the Trail that will take our residents and visitors up to and beyond the MCAS to Clarendon Road,” said Moss.\r\n\r\nPhase 5 will extend the Trail to a total of 11 miles with Trail developers anticipating completion of construction by early Fall 2016. This segment of the Trail is designed to leave the original railroad right-of-way at several points giving the Trail a more interesting route. This section will also feature a great view of the fighter plane display at the main entrance of the MCAS.\r\n\r\n“We are also working hard to build the appropriate partnerships to ensure the Trail is sustainable, well-appointed and a safe outdoor recreational experience here in our community,” said Moss. “We are advocating and securing funds for continued Trail development as well as for enhancements – like long-term business sponsorships for Rest Area Trailheads, individual benches and water fountains.”\r\n\r\nThe FSMT are dedicated to improving the quality of life in Northern Beaufort County by advocating for the development, enhancement and maintenance of the Spanish Moss Trail – through community partnerships; local government participation; and private support. Tax-deductible contributions are accepted year round by the FSMT (a 501(c)3 nonprofit). To support the efforts of the FSMT, checks can be made payable to: Friends of the Spanish Moss Trail (P.O. Box 401, Beaufort, SC 29901) or online at www.spanishmosstrail.com. If your business is interested in a long-term sponsorship of a current or future Trail amenity, contact Sissy Perryman at info@spanishmosstrail.com.', 'Phase 4 now open', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'phase-4-now-open', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:35:25', '2016-02-12 14:35:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27433', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27439, 4, '2016-02-11 09:29:34', '2016-02-11 14:29:34', '<em>Photo above: Chairman Sharon Dwyer and Co-Chair Donna Dehncke.</em>\r\n\r\nHistoric Beaufort Foundation is pleased to announce its annual gala fundraiser, the Lafayette Soirée, will be held on Saturday, April 23rd starting at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Pam and Drew Scallan at 1305 Bay St. Tickets are $125 each and attire is Lowcountry Elegant.\r\n\r\nThe event commemorates the Marquis de Lafayette’s 1825 visit to Beaufort, and raises funds to support Historic Beaufort Foundation’s mission, which is to encourage the preservation, protection and presentation of sites and artifacts of historic, architectural and cultural interest throughout Beaufort County. This year’s proceeds will go towards the continued restoration of the Verdier House, including interior and exterior painting, replacing the Palladian window and tabby preservation. The Verdier is HBF’s flagship property in downtown Beaufort and plays host to numerous important activities, from public tours to history lectures, teas and other events.\r\n\r\n“It is our pleasure to have 2016 Lafayette Soirée Chair and Co-Chair, Sharon Dwyer and Donna Dehncke on board,” said HBF Executive Director, Maxine Lutz. “After months of careful planning, Sharon and Donna are delighted that the 2016 Soirée will be held in the gardens of the Scallan home, which is also known by many local residents as the home of Flora and John M. Trask Sr. built around 1913.”\r\n\r\nThis year’s theme, “An Evening under the Oaks”, was inspired by the distinctive, enormous live oaks that grace the Trask-Scallan property. “It’s the perfect setting for an outdoor spring event,” remarked Dehncke. “Our guests will enjoy champagne, cocktails and oysters overlooking the Beaufort River as a string trio sets the mood. And the best silent auction in Beaufort will offer an irresistible array of options, including a number of exquisite experiences.”\r\n\r\nEarly donations offer opportunities to bid your way to a week at Miami’s Fontainebleau Hotel, a hideaway in a cabin in Wisconsin, sample fine wines and beautiful vistas during a week in Bordeaux France, or a long weekend in Sonoma. (Oh heck, why not take them all!) New this year will be Best Selling Author Skype-Ins to book clubs, along with our standard favorites: parties galore on docks and boats and in fabulous homes. Oh my!\r\n\r\nAfter cocktails, guests will mingle among an array of food stations in the back garden featuring small plates of contemporary Lowcountry cuisine. Many of Beaufort’s finest restaurants will help make this the ultimate culinary experience. “After dinner”, says Dwyer, “Atlanta’s CEO Show Band is guaranteed to get you out on the dance floor. Soirée is Beaufort’s liveliest garden party, so mark your calendars now.”\r\n\r\n“We have limited availability due to the size of the garden,” added Dehncke, “so visit HBF’s website at www.historicbeaufort.org or call (843) 379-3331 and buy your tickets today! We don’t want anyone to be disappointed.”', 'Soirée 2016:  “An Evening under the Oaks”', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'soiree-2016-an-evening-under-the-oaks', '', '', '2016-02-12 09:33:38', '2016-02-12 14:33:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27439', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27450, 4, '2016-02-18 10:53:39', '2016-02-18 15:53:39', '<b>Learn about flags of the Revolutionary War </b>\r\n\r\nYou are invited to learn about flags used in the Revolutionary War and Civil War on February 20 at Santa Elena History Center. Hear the story of the flag designed for use by South Carolina troops under the command of Col. William Moultrie for the defense of Sullivan’s Island against the attack of the British fleet on June 28, 1776. Some of the other flags Mr. Keller will share include the flags for the Cherokee Braves, Robert E. Lee’s Headquarters, Fort Moultrie, the Bonnie Blue, South Carolina Secession, and Nathan Bedford Forest. It will be a fascinating and interesting presentation you will not want to miss. His presentation on flags has been widely acclaimed with standing room only so sign up early to get a seat. The cost is $15.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA opens spring soccer registration  </b>\r\n\r\nRegistration is now open for Youth Outdoor Spring Soccer at the YMCA of Beaufort County through Feb. 23rd. Kids age 3-12. Costs are $55 per child for Y members and $70 per child for non-members. Register at the YMCA in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Ave.) or online: ymcabeaufortcounty.com. Scholarship assistance is available. Questions? Contact James Penley, Sport Coordinator at 843-522-9622 or email sports.ymcabeaufort@gmail.com.\r\n\r\n<b>Help Hope Haven by coming to open house</b>\r\n\r\nHope Haven of the Lowcountry would like to invite the community to help us bring hope and healing to abused children and adult victims of sexual violence. Please join us for an Open House on February 23, from 5:00  to 6:30 p.m. at Hope Haven located at 1212 Charles Street in Beaufort (In Newcastle Square, behind Talbots and near Herban Market) Enjoy a tour of our center, light refreshments, and a brief presentation by our Executive Director Shauw Chin Capps. Learn more about what Hope Haven does and how you can help make hope happen! R.S.V.P by February 17th, 2016. Please contact Pam Wentworth by calling (843) 524-2256 or by emailing hope12@hopehavenLC.org.\r\n\r\n<b>Fripp Audubon &amp; partners present Tiny Bird — Epic Journey</b>\r\n\r\nThe Red Knot migrates through the Sea Islands on a near-miraculous journey from one end of the earth to the other! Fripp Audubon Club, Sun City Hilton Head Bird Club, Hilton Head Audubon Society &amp; other sponsors present celebrated author Deborah Cramer at Sun City’s Magnolia Hall, Wed., February 24th from 2 to 4 p.m. (Registration, Sun City Bird Club, magnolia2.24.2016@gmail.com). Don’t miss her fascinating message about South Carolina’s critical role in the little bird’s survival—&amp; high stakes for shorebirds, horseshoe crabs &amp; humans. Ms. Cramer encores at Fripp Island Community Centre, Thurs., February 25th at 7 p.m. Free presentation &amp; free pass at Fripp gate. Meet ‘n’ Greet starts at 6 p.m. Please bring small plate of nibbles to share.\r\n\r\n<b>Integrative Healing Arts Sampler scheduled at in Downtown Beaufort </b>\r\n\r\nJoin our health care volunteers for 20-minute sessions of Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Counseling, Healing Touch, massage, and more on Saturday, February 27th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 705 Bladen St. in downtown Beaufort. These creative therapies in a clinical, nurturing, and integrative environment are for anyone, applying especially to those with mental conditions and disabilities, who cannot afford these services or without insurance for counseling. Cost of $10 per session goes toward the non-profit operating expenses. Prayer, scholarship applications for free services, and gift certificates are also available onsite. Visit MinistriesforSynergeticWellness.org for more information or call 843-770-9947.\r\n\r\n<b>Tuesday Talks return at Maritime Center</b>\r\n\r\nOur popular lecture series returns this spring and will run from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m. The cost is $8/adult, $5/student with ID, and free for those under 17 years of age.\r\n\r\nCurrently scheduled for Tuesday Talks this spring: March 1st - Al Segars, SCDNR: “Human Impacts on Wildlife” •  March 15th - Bruce Lampright, Brays Island Naturalist  •  April 5th - Amber Kuehn, Spartina Marine Education Charters: “The Port Royal Sound Ecosystem”.\r\n\r\n<b>TCL invites the community to “Return to the Classroom” event</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry invites local residents to its 2nd annual “Return to the Classroom” event from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 9 at the TCL New River Campus in Bluffton. The event is free and includes two morning classes followed by a lunch and learn session.\r\n\r\n“We are excited to welcome the community to our beautiful New River campus for a day of exploration and discovery,” TCL President Dr. Richard Gough said.\r\n\r\nThe event features a variety of classes centered on the topic of wellness and taught by exceptional TCL faculty members. Participants will be able to choose two classes from the following:\r\n<ol>\r\n	<li>Stress and Wellness</li>\r\n	<li>Couples Therapeutic Massage</li>\r\n	<li>Literature and Wellness</li>\r\n	<li>Health Monitoring</li>\r\n</ol>\r\n<b>Eric Horan to host book signing and reception</b>\r\n\r\nYou are invited to a special wine and cheese reception at the Maritime Center, Friday, March 11, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. for the Beaufort release of Eric Horan’s latest book, <em>Beholding Nature</em>. Eric will personalize copies of the exquisite coffee table book purchased during the event. RSVP to info@portroyalsoundfoundation.org.\r\n\r\n<b>BHS Boys Tennis hosts ping pong tournament</b>\r\n\r\nWe are having a Ping Pong Tournament at Beaufort High on March 12 to benefit the Boys Tennis Team. Come have some fun and play some competitive ping pong against your level of play. It will start at 12 noon in the Gym; sign up will start at 11:15 a.m. We will be having 3 levels of play for singles and doubles along with a 16 under division. There may also be a women’s or girls division if we have enough entries. We can pair you with someone for doubles if you need a partner.', 'What To Do the week of February 18th-24th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-february-18th-24th', '', '', '2016-02-19 10:55:57', '2016-02-19 15:55:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27450', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27453, 4, '2016-02-18 10:56:21', '2016-02-18 15:56:21', '<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-27455\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PETS-Lana-300x207.jpg\" alt=\"PETS Lana\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" /></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Lana is a sweet 2 year old girl. She will purr loudly when spoken to and has very silky fur. She enjoys lounging in the sun. Meet with Lana today! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-27454\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/PETS-Kyle-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"PETS Kyle\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" /></p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Kyle is a handsome 8 month old boy. He enjoys outside time, playing with toys and lounging. Meet with Kyle today! He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><em>The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Mon. – Sat. from 12 to 7 p.m. </em>\r\n<em>Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more info.</em></p>', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week-22', '', '', '2016-02-19 10:59:40', '2016-02-19 15:59:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27453', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27458, 4, '2016-02-18 11:00:00', '2016-02-18 16:00:00', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nIt is that time of year again. Those innocent little girls, dressed in cute green outfits with their badge adorned sashes come calling. You open the door knowing that your latest diet is soon to be sabotaged as they hand over the order form and ask, “How many?” Yes, it is Girl Scout Cookie time again! Each year, as I look over the form, I am amazed at how much the form has grown since I went out peddling Girl Scout Cookies as a young girl. Yes, you can still find the traditional cookies - Thin Mints, Peanut Butter Patty/Tagalongs, Shortbread/Trefoils and of course the Do-Si-Dos. But now there are so many more varieties to entice you. Of course, my response to her is the same as it is every year. “Ten boxes please.” Yes, there have been some years where I have resisted the urge to buy Girl Scout Cookies knowing I could go to the grocery store and buy similar cookies for less cost. But for some reason, these cookies taste better.\r\n\r\nThe cookie sale is an annual fund raising activity for the Girl Scouts of America; an organization which I proudly wore my green beret. There was a time I walked my neighborhood going from house to house with my own cookie order form. I knew the people that would support me. They did not buy just one box; they bought ten supporting me in this activity and also enjoying the cookies. Now though, it is just me, the big guy and two dogs in my house. We really do not need these cookies. Yet I find myself checking off the ten boxes of my favorite brands somehow paying forward to all those people who bought from me in the past. I try to hide a few boxes in the freezer right away, but somehow the first box of Thin Mints disappears in 24 hours.\r\n\r\nNowadays, you will also find these Girl Scouts outside the local hardware and grocery stores with boxes of cookies ready for you to purchase immediately. Besides fund raising, they sell cookies for another reason. According to the Girl Scout official page they are learning five skills; goal setting, decision making, money management, people skills and business ethics. So go ahead and buy some cookies and support this local organization and don’t forget to enjoy your Thin Mints!', 'Get ready for the green army', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'get-ready-for-the-green-army', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:00:56', '2016-02-19 16:00:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27458', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(27460, 4, '2016-02-18 11:01:12', '2016-02-18 16:01:12', '<h3>By Cherimie Crane Weatherford</h3>\r\nMost of my adult life has been fashioned around uninhibited speech and the predictable cringe from words best left unsaid. Defect or disorder, it is my curse, my signature and at my best, my charm. Having business interest, family obligations and the prerequisite to blend amongst what is currently accepted as civilization, my passionate opinion often suffocates underneath a societal blanket of belief. Occasionally whether it is wine, caffeine or exhaustion in its purest form, the restraints break free and unfiltered thought rages into words. More often than not, those words become new cause for me to avoid public encounter.\r\n\r\nClearly, speaking of politics, religion or true hair color is Taboo in my beloved South. Having had undesirable circumstance arrive from each, it behooves me to reserve discourse for socially welcomed subject matter. Unfortunately, behooving does little for my dogmatic disposition. I prefer to dodge disapproving glares rather than curtsy to the status quo.\r\n\r\nOur town has been the latest aim of political convergence. Our salty breeze, our tempered trees nor our gentile manner is able to stave off that which divides even the most common denominator. Men and women claiming commonalty, passion and cause speak in twisted tongue to an audience in search of a skilled captain to navigate pending storms. Crowds divide according to degree of assimilation to a suit filled with an immeasurable desire for power and affirmation.\r\n\r\nUnderneath the ceremonial chaos, the posturing and the playground popularity competition lays a country battered and bruised by those that claim its privilege. Seemingly our principles lost our focus dim. Fear of discrimination, fear of defeat and fear of offending outcries the fear of those fallen. History is only allowed in modern day snippets on social media that has replaced social morality. Those begging for votes are but a reflection of those voting. They represent anger, self-righteousness, entitlement and an astonishing disconnect with the plight of our founding fathers. Our country needs our countrymen, those that wake with intent to contribute, to improve and to advocate not those that flourish from self-promotion and mirrored acceptance. A hero will not be found on a podium.\r\n\r\nThe answer is not in those shouting their glory, their superiority or their net worth. No one man or one woman can save a country that has lost its way. No wall can keep out nor keep in the soul of a population. No law can create nor contain morality. The answer rests in our history, in our perseverance, in our rise from the ashes of unseen battles. One man, one woman a country does not make. A return to basics, a return to pride and a return to the people is but my better unsaid opinion for a remedy to an unwell champion facing a ferocious battle to reclaim her title.', 'A hero will not be found on a podium', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-hero-will-not-be-found-on-a-podium', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:01:46', '2016-02-19 16:01:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27460', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27462, 4, '2016-02-18 11:09:07', '2016-02-18 16:09:07', '<em><img class=\"alignright wp-image-27466 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/stateofschools1-e1455898339450-300x177.jpg\" alt=\"stateofschools1\" width=\"300\" height=\"177\" />Photo above: The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce was proud to host the<strong> 2016 State of the Schools Breakfast</strong>, presented by Tutor Doctor, at the Beaufort Holiday Inn &amp; Suites this week.  This is an opportunity to hear from leaders about the latest initiatives and information concerning education in Beaufort County and the impact it has on our region. Guest Speakers included: Dr. Jeffrey Moss with the Beaufort County School District, Dr. Richard Gough with Technical College of the Lowcountry,  and Chancellor Al Panu with the University of South Carolina Beaufort. The Chamber was also proud to host a panel of leaders, representing the area’s private and charter schools — Beaufort Academy, Bridges Preparatory School, Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, John Paul II Catholic School, Lowcountry Montessori School, Riverview Charter School, and St. Peter’s Catholic School.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27465\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"122\"]<img class=\"wp-image-27465\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/Sk-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"Sk\" width=\"122\" height=\"122\" /> SK &amp; Associates[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong>Business of the Week: </strong>Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - SK &amp; Associates! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business or organization as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!\r\n\r\n<b>Business After Hours:</b><b> </b>The Celadon Community hosted Business After Hours last Thursday, February 11.', 'The Chamber Corner for February 18th-24th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-chamber-corner-for-february-18th-24th', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:13:58', '2016-02-19 16:13:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27462', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27471, 4, '2016-02-18 11:14:59', '2016-02-18 16:14:59', 'For the safety of workers who will be involved in the two-year improvements on a 1.2-mile stretch of Boundary Street, the speed limit is being reduced from 40 miles per hour to 35 mph effective Feb. 19.\r\n\r\nAs part of its efforts to improve safety during such projects, the S.C. Department of Transportation increases speeding fines to $200 and 30 days imprisonment for conviction of speeding in work zones. For the Boundary Street project, the zone is from Neil Road to Ribaut Road and includes some side streets.\r\n\r\nWhen completed, US 21/Boundary Street will consist of two lanes in each direction separated by a raised and landscaped median with a sidewalk on the north shoulder and 10-foot multi-use path on the south shoulder. The intersection of SC 170/ US 21 will be relocated and realigned following the recent demolition of the former Butler used car building.\r\n\r\nFirst Street improvements will include two 11-foot travel lanes and eight-foot on-street parking on both sides of the road beginning at the newly aligned SC 170 intersection to Hogarth Road.\r\n\r\n“We have crews working on creating an underground duct bank for utility cables, and in the coming weeks there will be crews relocating water lines on Boundary Street,” said David Coleman, senior project manager for the City of Beaufort. “We want people to drive with extra caution, and lowering the speed limit is one way to encourage safer driving.”', 'Boundary Street speed limit drops, speeding fines increased in construction zone', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'boundary-street-speed-limit-drops-speeding-fines-increased-in-construction-zone', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:15:32', '2016-02-19 16:15:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27471', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27473, 4, '2016-02-18 11:15:48', '2016-02-18 16:15:48', '<strong>Warning signs: Potential fraud and scams</strong>\r\n\r\nTax-related identify theft involves someone using a stolen Social Security number to file a tax return and claim a fraudulent refund. This is a small but growing occurrence, and if it happens to you, it can have a major impact on your financial life and delay payment of a tax refund on which you may have\r\nbeen depending.\r\n\r\nHow do you know if someone has obtained and is using your Social Security number in a tax-related identify theft? Here are some warning signs:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>The IRS or your tax professional notifies you that more than one tax return has been filed for you based on your Social Security number.</li>\r\n	<li>The IRS or your tax professional indicates that you owe additional tax, have a refund offset, or have had collection actions taken against you for a year you did not file a tax return.</li>\r\n	<li>The IRS notifies you that you received more wages than you have indicated on your return and the wages are from an unknown employer. (Someone may have used your Social Security number to obtain a job, and those wages are now reported on your number.)</li>\r\n	<li>Your state or federal benefits are reduced or cancelled because the paying agency received information reporting an income change.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nIn the past, some unscrupulous tax preparers have directed client tax refunds into the tax preparer’s account. To help avoid this situation, beginning in 2015, the IRS will limit the number of direct deposit refunds to any one financial account or prepaid debit card to three.\r\n\r\nFor any subsequent valid refunds, the IRS will prepare a paper check and postal mail it to the taxpayer. This provision may affect larger families where parents and, perhaps, minor children would like to direct tax refunds into the same financial account, so plan accordingly.\r\n\r\n<strong>What to do about tax-related identity theft</strong>\r\n\r\nIf you suspect your personal information has been used fraudulently, take these steps as quickly as possible:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>File a report with your local police department.</li>\r\n	<li>File a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission at consumer.ftc.gov. Or call the FTC Identity Theft hotline at (877) 438-4338, TTY: (866) 653-4261.</li>\r\n	<li>Contact one or all three of the major credit bureaus to place a fraud alert on your account:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Equifax: Equifax.com (800) 525-6285</li>\r\n	<li>Experian: Experian.com (888) 397-374</li>\r\n	<li>TransUnion: transunion.com (800) 680-7289</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n</li>\r\n	<li>Close any accounts you know have been tampered with, accessed, or opened fraudulently.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nFurther, if your Social Security number has been compromised and/or you suspect you may be a victim of tax-related identity theft, take these additional steps:\r\n<ul>\r\n	<li>Respond immediately to any IRS notice you receive; typically there will be a number provided on the notice, which you should call as soon as possible.</li>\r\n	<li>Complete IRS Form 14039, Identity Theft Affidavit. Use the fillable form available on irs.gov and mail or fax it to either the address or number provided in the instructions.</li>\r\n	<li>Pay any taxes you owe and file your tax return. You may need to file your income tax return by paper rather\r\nthan electronically.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\nIf you previously contacted the IRS but still have no resolution, contact the Identity Protection Specialized Unit at (800) 908-4490.\r\n\r\nBe sure to record the dates on which you made phone calls or sent letters. Keep copies of all correspondence (written or electronic) in a file for your records and protection.\r\n\r\n<em>This article was written by/for Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Katie Cuppia Phifer, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and Financial Advisor in Beaufort, SC at 843-524-1114. Any third party posts, reviews or comments associated with this listing, are not endorsed by Wells Fargo Advisors and do no necessarily represent the views of Katie C. Phifer, or Wells Fargo Advisors, and have not been reviewed by the firm for completeness or accuracy. Investments in securities and insurance products are: NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANK-GUARANTEED/MAY LOSE VALUE Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo &amp; Company. ©2016 Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. All rights reserved. 0315-01788 [#95298-v1] 01/16</em>', 'Help avoid tax-related identity theft', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'help-avoid-tax-related-identity-theft', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:18:57', '2016-02-19 16:18:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27473', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27474, 4, '2016-02-18 11:15:51', '2016-02-18 16:15:51', '[caption id=\"attachment_27476\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"186\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27476\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/COMMUNITY-BRANTLEY-HARVEY-VERDIER-HOUSE-186x300.jpg\" alt=\"W. Brantley Harvey, Jr.’s memoir cover.\" width=\"186\" height=\"300\" /> W. Brantley Harvey, Jr.’s memoir cover.[/caption]\r\n\r\nFormer lieutenant governor and past and present civic advocate W. Brantley Harvey, Jr. will bring over 65 years of memories of his life in Beaufort, the state of South Carolina, in the nation and abroad to the Verdier House, 801 Bay Street, Monday, February 22nd at 5:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nHarvey, a practicing attorney in Beaufort since 1955, like so many of his generation had an idyllic life as a young boy in Beaufort with all the richness that Beaufort’s environment offered. He returned to the city after law school and over the years repaid the city and the state with public service. Still active in the community, many people may think they know of Harvey’s involvement in political and social issues, but his memoir “Palmetto Patriot” recounts a commitment that had a far-reaching effect that is surprising at times. Harvey will sign copies of his book after the program.\r\n\r\nA wine and hors d’oeuvre reception begins at 5:30; the program is 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Admission for a member is $15/$25 per member/couple. Non-member admission is$20/$30 per person/couple. Call 379-3331 to make reservations. Reservations for Saltus River Grill’s special for lecture ticket-holders may be made by calling Saltus at 379-3474.', 'Memoir to be topic of Verdier House dinner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'memoir-to-be-topic-of-verdier-house-dinner', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:19:27', '2016-02-19 16:19:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27474', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27480, 4, '2016-02-18 11:29:01', '2016-02-18 16:29:01', 'More than 2,600 participants and spectators from over 20 states are anticipated at the 8th Annual Beaufort Twilight Run (BTR) presented by Habersham Properties on Saturday, March 19 in the Habersham Marketplace with races and festivities from 3:30-9:30 p.m. The BTR’s mission is to host a fun, competitive and memorable annual event for Beaufort. In the past seven years, the BTR has raised more than $350,000 to benefit Riverview Charter School – a free public school open to Beaufort County K-8th grade students. This year’s goal is to raise more than $70,000 to be used for the School’s technology, after-school and physical education programs.\r\n\r\nThe USATF-sanctioned running festival offers more race options than any other event in the Lowcountry\r\n\r\n– drawing both competitive runners and recreational participants alike. In addition to the BTR’s traditional 8K Run, 5K Run/Walk and Kids’ Fun Run, three new races have been added this year to enhance options for runners at all levels: a 1 Mile Youth Run, a 10 Mile Run and a bigger and better 13.1 Mile Beaufort Challenge (10 Mile + 5K Runs). This makes the BTR one of two events in South Carolina offering a 10 miler as well as providing a full half-marathon distance in Beaufort.\r\n\r\n“As the BTR gets bigger it just keeps getting better,” said Evy Trask, Event Director for the BTR. “As a runner myself, I appreciate an event that is well organized with clearly marked courses and has a fun after party with great food and music.”\r\n\r\nThis family-friendly event is a draw not only for participants in the six races, but for spectators who are looking for an evening with live music and great food. This year the BTR welcomes the band Broke Locals who are from Beaufort and specialize in “Southern Fried Funk.” Throughout the afternoon and evening, a variety of delicious food and beverage options will be available from Habersham Marketplace restaurants, as well as over a dozen gourmet food trucks from all over the Lowcountry.\r\n\r\nTo celebrate the 8th Anniversary, the BTR’s total cash purse has increased to more than $6,000. Payouts will be awarded in the 13.1 Mile Beaufort Challenge, 10 Mile Run, 8K Run and 5K Run. Categories include the three overall male and female winners of each of those races, as well as for the top male and female Masters (40+), Active Duty Military and Hometown Hero (a Beaufort County resident). In addition to cash prizes, age group winners will receive a local photograph for their accomplishment.\r\n\r\nFor online details about race registration and more visit www.BeaufortTwilightRun.com. Early registration discounts are available for all participants, as well as additional discounts for students, groups of ten or more and active duty military. Note: Rates go up March 1.', 'The Lowcountry’s Running Festival poised for record turnout', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '8th-annual-beaufort-twilight-run-the-lowcountrys-running-festival-poised-for-record-turnout', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:43:45', '2016-02-19 16:43:45', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27480', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27481, 4, '2016-02-18 11:20:10', '2016-02-18 16:20:10', '<em>Photo above: pictured standing left to right are Donnia Barnes, Hattie Brown, Claudette Humphrey, Ruby Johnson, Alvesta Robertson, Terry Marquez, Veronica Miller, Hazel Murray, Rebecca Cooper, Sue Yearwood, Shirley Patterson and Lottie Miles. Seated are Marie Lewis, Aunt Pearlie Sue (Anita Prather) and Etta Mann.</em>\r\n\r\nLadies Who Lunch North of the Broad pose with Aunt Pearlie Sue who catered a scrumptious lunch for them in the Emory Campbell cafeteria at Penn Center. The Ladies then toured the Penn Center campus.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Ladies Who Lunch North of the Broad head to the Penn Center', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ladies-who-lunch-north-of-the-broad-head-to-the-penn-center', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:24:43', '2016-02-19 16:24:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27481', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27486, 4, '2016-02-18 11:25:02', '2016-02-18 16:25:02', '<em>Photo above by Staff Sgt. Mark Morrow.</em>\r\n<h3>By Cpl. Fatmeh Saad</h3>\r\nStaff Sgt. Nathan A. Hervey, an instructor with the Advanced Infantry Training Battalion at the School of Infantry-East, was awarded a Bronze Star Medal at Stone Bay rifle range, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, on Feb. 5th.\r\n\r\nHe received the award for his actions while carrying out duties as a scout sniper section leader with 3rd Battalion, 2nd Marine Regiment, in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. The medal was accompanied by the combat distinguishing device for acts of valor, known as the Combat “V”, and he was cited for extraordinary heroism.\r\n\r\nHervey, then a sergeant, was deployed to Afghanistan and tasked with surveillance of northern Musa Qala, a district in Helmand Province. On May 21, 2011, his squad entered a firefight with insurgents attempting to transport weapons for use against Patrol Base Griffin.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27488\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27488\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/COVER-HERVEY-MARINE-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Photo by Cpl. Fatmeh Saad\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /> Photo by Cpl. Fatmeh Saad[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe citation states, “Seeing the adjacent Marines’ situation deteriorating, Sergeant Hervey began moving his snipers north, personally sweeping for explosive devices, and attempting to establish an attack by fire position as Marine reinforcements arrived.”\r\n\r\n“The things written in the citation reflects one moment out of our seven months,” said Hervey. “During that deployment, when Marines needed help, they unhesitatingly went forward just like any of us here wearing this uniform would have done, regardless of life, or limb, or risk.”\r\n\r\nHervey demonstrated selfless dedication to his Marines and the mission as he engaged the enemy, secured the insurgent withdrawal, and ensured the destruction of the enemy’s heavy weapons. He led his Marines and coordinated with his company headquarters to provide aerial support.\r\n\r\n“This is the quality kind of leadership we want, setting the example when the chips are down and Marines need it most,” said Maj. Gen. Brian D. Beaudreault, commanding general of 2nd Marine Division. The Bronze Star, paired with the Combat “V” device, is the fourth highest award given for valor.', 'Bronze Star awarded to Beaufort native', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bronze-star-awarded-to-beaufort-native', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:27:07', '2016-02-19 16:27:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27486', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27491, 4, '2016-02-18 11:29:29', '2016-02-18 16:29:29', '<em>Photo above: Michelle Dixon, Kimberly Brown, Lori Howell and Jennifer Rook.</em>\r\n<h2>Beaufort High education veteran named as district’s School Counselor of the Year</h2>\r\nVeteran Beaufort High School lead counselor Michelle Dixon is the Beaufort County School District’s 2016 School Counselor of the Year. Superintendent Jeff Moss made the announcement today at a gathering of the district’s counselors. A four-person panel of district administrators evaluated this year’s counselor candidates and selected the honorees.\r\n\r\nMoss also recognized three grade-level honorees:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">·   High School Counselor of the Year: Kimberly Brown, Whale Branch Early College High\r\n·   Middle School Counselor of the Year: Lori Howell, Lady’s Island Middle\r\n·   Elementary School Counselor of the Year: Jennifer Rook, Pritchardville Elementary</p>\r\n“School counselors are critical components of successful schools,” Moss said. “They play vital roles in keeping students on track for success, serving as liaisons with classroom teachers and also keeping parents informed about their children’s progress.”\r\n\r\nIn her three years as Beaufort High’s lead counselor, Dixon has reorganized the school’s guidance program. As a result, Beaufort High is undergoing Recognized ASCA Model Program certification through the American School Counseling Association. RAMP certification recognizes model comprehensive, data-drivencounseling programs.\r\n\r\nPrior to her 16 years as a school counselor, Dixon worked as an advocate for victims of sexual assault. She is National Board Certified, and her professional credentials also include a national certification to conduct investigative interviews for law enforcement; membership in the Palmetto State School Counselor Association and American School Counselor Association; and service as a career development facilitator.\r\n\r\nAt Beaufort High, Dixon hosted evening workshops for parents; instituted the advisory/advisee program “Working to Inspire, Nurture and Guide Students (WINGS); and coordinated an advisory council that included students, parents, teachers, a military representative and an administrator.\r\n<h2>Weber joins Weichert as sales manager in Beaufort Office</h2>\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27495\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-27495\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WHOS-NEWS-Kelly-Weber-WEB-2-e1455899811599-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Kelly Weber\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Kelly Weber[/caption]\r\n\r\nWeichert, Realtors® - Coastal Properties Owners/Brokers-in-Charge, Joe and Karen Ryan, welcome Kelly Weber as Sales Manager to the Beaufort Office. Weber has been a Lowcountry resident for over thirty years after her move in 1982 to Ridgeland, South Carolina from Lum, Michigan. Kelly has been selling new homes from Brunswick to Beaufort for national and local production builders in traditional and active adult communities over the last thirteen years.\r\n\r\nWeber is a graduate of Thomas Heyward Academy in Ridgeland, SC. She attended Winthrop University in Rock Hill, SC earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communications. In 2014 Kelly received a Master’s Degree in Business with a concentration in commercial real estate, from Marylhurst University in Portland, Oregon.\r\n\r\nKelly is a member of the National Association of Realtors®, the Beaufort Association of Realtors® and the Hilton Head Island Association of Realtors®. She is sales manager of the Beaufort office and can be reached at 843-290-2609.\r\n<h2>Bridges Prep names new Head of School for 2016-2017</h2>\r\nPrimed to launch its high school program next school year with the ninth grade, Bridges Preparatory School is bringing aboard a Head of School with a decade of experience leading a high-performing high school in Maine and 20 years with a large private school in New Hampshire.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27493\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-27493\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/WHOS-NEWS-Dr-Nick-Ithomitis-2-e1455899888451-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Nick Ithomitis\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Dr. Nick Ithomitis[/caption]\r\n\r\nDr. Nick Ithomitis will serve as Bridges Prep’s new Head of School effective July 1 – but he’ll be spending time at the Beaufort-based state charter school this spring to become familiar with the school and its staff.\r\n\r\nIthomitis, currently principal at Camden Hills Regional High School in Rockport, Maine, said his varied experiences in education have prepared him well to take Bridges Prep to the next level of achievement.\r\n\r\n“I believe that the fundamental purpose of education is to help prepare students for success as productive adults,” he said. “As part of this purpose, it is the school’s responsibility to pass on the cultural capital of America. It is also the school’s responsibility to help students acquire the skills, knowledge and habits of mind to succeed in an increasingly complex and constantly changing world.”\r\n\r\nHe has been principal at Camden Hill Regional High since 2005. Prior to that, he was principal and an assistant headmaster at Pinkerton Academy in Derry, New Hampshire, a private high school serving 3,300 students where he oversaw eight assistant principals and 15 department heads.\r\n\r\nDee Matthews, chair of the Bridges Prep Board of Directors said, “We are thrilled that Dr. Ithomitis will be our new Head of School at Bridges Prep. He is exactly what we need to build upon our recent successes and help us grow into the high school program.”\r\n\r\n“We couldn’t have gotten here without our interim Head of School, Dr. Bohnstengel whose dedication and drive has been a stabilizing influence and helped all of us truly understand what a great school we have here at Bridges.”\r\n\r\nIthomitis earned his doctorate in educational leadership in curriculum and instruction from the University of Massachusetts; his Master’s degree in education with an emphasis in school administration from Rivier College in Nashua, NH; and his bachelor’s degree in history with minors in education and sociology from Western State College in Gunnison, Colorado.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about Bridges Preparatory School, call 843-982-7737 or visit www.bridgesprep.org.', 'Who’s News for the week of February 18th-24th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'whos-news-for-the-week-of-february-18th-24th', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:39:36', '2016-02-19 16:39:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27491', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27492, 4, '2016-02-18 11:29:57', '2016-02-18 16:29:57', '[caption id=\"attachment_27503\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-27503 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/40-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Dick Stewart, member of The Beaufort Fund Advisory Committee &amp; local businessman, with David Jensen, Board Chair of CCF.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /> Dick Stewart, member of The Beaufort Fund Advisory Committee &amp; local businessman, with David Jensen, Board Chair of CCF.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above: Fred Washington, Jr., Chair of The Beaufort Fund Advisory Committee, with Brian Hussain, VP of Finance &amp; Chief Investment Officer at CCF.</em>\r\n\r\nCoastal Community Foundation, a grant making organization serving coastal South Carolina, today announced that 2016 awards from The Beaufort Fund totaled $592,000 to 55 nonprofits from the Southern Lowcountry – Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper Counties. This sum includes awards to 12 three-year grantees, organizations receiving renewable support in recognition of a highly effective program and business model.\r\n\r\nNonprofits and supporters from the Southern Lowcountry community gathered at an annual reception on Friday, February 12th to honor grantees at the Port Royal Sound Foundation’s Maritime Center. The reception brought together many guests, including Mayor Billy Keyserling of Beaufort, to celebrate the success of grantees from across the region.\r\n\r\n“We are sincerely honored that The Beaufort Fund enables us to partner in some capacity with so many worthy organizations,” said Ali Titus, Program Officer at Coastal Community Foundation. “The collective impact of all of our 2015-16 grantees is an inspiring reminder of the power of community. I am continually humbled by their dedication and collaborative approach to solving problems.”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27498\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27498\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/21-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Ali Titus, Program Officer at CCF, making remarks.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /> Ali Titus, Program Officer at CCF, making remarks.[/caption]\r\n\r\nAt the reception, remarks were made by Coastal Community Foundation staff members Ali Titus and Gloria Duryea and Fred Washington, Jr., Chair of The Beaufort Fund Advisory Committee. Richard Hendry closed out the remarks with a speech about “creative destruction” he has observed in the local nonprofit sector. The reception was Hendry’s last official function as CCF’s Interim President and CEO, as he retired last Saturday and the incoming President and CEO, Darrin Goss, Sr., began on this past Monday.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Fund supports a wide array of nonprofit programs, but the Fund’s Advisory Committee also provides general operating support to many organizations, an important building block of nonprofit capacity. This year, 14 nonprofits – 25 percent of all grantees – received general operating support.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27496\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27496\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/15-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"CCF’s new President &amp; CEO, Darrin Goss, Sr., with Mayor Billy Keyserling.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /> CCF’s new President &amp; CEO, Darrin Goss, Sr., with Mayor Billy Keyserling.[/caption]\r\n\r\nCoastal Community Foundation is proud to support the important services provided by grantees of The Beaufort Fund. Since its founding in 1998, The Beaufort Fund has awarded $7.5 million in grants to organizations serving Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton and Jasper Counties. Grants are recommended by a diverse committee of community leaders drawn from across the four counties.\r\n\r\n<em>Once a month, Coastal Community Foundation highlights organizations, donors and other charitable news in The Philanthropy Corner. If you’re interested in learning more about philanthropy in the Lowcountry, reach out to our regional Stewardship Officer, Gloria Duryea, at Gloria@CoastalCommunityFoundation.org or (843) 379-3400.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>List of 2016 Grantees</b>\r\n\r\n* denotes three-year grantee,\r\n\r\n(parentheses) denotes year of first award\r\n\r\n^ denotes funding awarded for general operating support\r\n\r\nAgape Family Life Center\r\n\r\n*Alzheimer’s Family Services (2014)\r\n\r\nAmerican Red Cross\r\n\r\nAntioch Educational Center\r\n\r\nArts Center of Coastal Carolina\r\n\r\n^Arts Council of Beaufort County\r\n\r\nBeaufort County First Steps\r\n\r\n^Beaufort Open Land Trust\r\n\r\nBeaufort Women’s Center\r\n\r\n^Boys and Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry\r\n\r\n^Camp Wildwood\r\n\r\nCenter for Heirs Property Preservation\r\n\r\n*^CAPA: Child Abuse Prevention Association (2016)\r\n\r\nCircle of Hope Ministries\r\n\r\n*^CODA: Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse (2016)\r\n\r\nCoastal Conservation League\r\n\r\nColleton Center\r\n\r\nColleton County Council on Aging\r\n\r\nColleton County First Steps\r\n\r\nFirst Books of Beaufort\r\n\r\n^Friends of Caroline Hospice\r\n\r\n^Good Neighbor Free Medical Clinic\r\n\r\nHampton County First Steps\r\n\r\n*Hampton Friends of the Arts (2015)\r\n\r\n*Hampton County Literacy Council (2016)\r\n\r\nHELP of Beaufort\r\n\r\n*^Hope Haven of the Lowcountry (2016)\r\n\r\n*The Literacy Center (2014)\r\n\r\n*Little Red Dog Foundation (2016)\r\n\r\nLowcountry Food Bank\r\n\r\nLowcountry Habitat for Humanity\r\n\r\n^Lowcountry Legal Volunteers\r\n\r\nLowcountry Open Land Trust\r\n\r\nMeals-on-Wheels Bluffton-Hilton Head\r\n\r\nMed-I-Assist\r\n\r\nMount Carmel Baptist Church Med-I-Assist\r\n\r\nNAMI Beaufort County\r\n\r\n*Neighborhood Outreach Connection (2015)\r\n\r\nNemours Wildlife Foundation\r\n\r\nOperation Sight\r\n\r\nPalmetto Project\r\n\r\nPenn Center\r\n\r\n^Port Royal Sound Foundation\r\n\r\nReach out and Read Carolinas\r\n\r\n^Santa Elena Foundation\r\n\r\n*Second Helpings (2014)\r\n\r\n^SC Environmental Law Project\r\n\r\nTeach For America SC\r\n\r\nTechnical College of the Lowcountry Foundation\r\n\r\nThumbs Up Inc.\r\n\r\nUnder One Roof\r\n\r\n*Volunteers in Medicine (2015)\r\n\r\nYMCA of Beaufort', 'The Beaufort Fund gives to 55 local nonprofits', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-beaufort-fund-gives-to-55-local-nonprofits', '', '', '2016-02-19 11:41:36', '2016-02-19 16:41:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27492', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27516, 4, '2016-03-03 10:49:09', '2016-03-03 15:49:09', '<b>Riverview Baptist Church invites all to Homecoming 2016</b>\r\n\r\nRiverview Baptist Church, located at 2209 Boundary Street Beaufort, invites you to join them on Sunday, March 6, at their Worship Service which begins at 10 a.m. The guest speaker will be Russ Williams. Fellowship meal to follow services.\r\n\r\n<b>Law enforcement officer </b><b>to speak at Republican Club meeting Mar. 7</b>\r\n\r\nThe Greater Bluffton Republican Club is pleased to announce that their next meeting will be held at Rose Hill Golf Club at 4 Clubhouse Dr. on Monday, March 7, 2016. We are very pleased to have Mike Sisno join us. Mr. Sisino is retired from a 31 year career in law enforcement with the final rank of Patrol Division Commander. During his career, Mr. Sisino worked in the Uniform Division, Detective Division/Special Investigations, Governor\'s Security Detail, the Marine Division, and was assigned to two special teams, Search and Rescue and SWAT. He had the honor of working as the Head Firearms Instructor for the State Police Academy and has an impressive amount of advanced training. After his retirement, Mr. Sisino worked as a Government Contractor and now works for a private security company.\r\n\r\nThe social hour begins at 5:00 p.m. and the meeting starts at 5:45 p.m. Please come enjoy the beautiful clubhouse while enjoying the fellowship of likeminded conservatives. The public is welcome.\r\n\r\n<b>New Hope Church to host Financial Course</b>\r\n\r\nNew Hope Christian Church will host Dave Ramsey’s Financial Peace University (FPU) Course. This life-changing class, taught by Dave Ramsey and the FPU teaching team on video and coordinated by Wilma Holman will be taught at New Hope Christian Church Disciples of Christ in Beaufort. The tools learned will help you achieve your financial goals by showing you how to eliminate debt, save for the future, and give like never before. You will be challenged and motivated to make a plan for your money and change your family tree forever. For a $100 investment for books, on-line coaching, and access to invaluable information you will be amazed at the 9-month change in your life that has helped hundreds of people become free financially. New Hope Christian Church is located at 67 Parris Island Gateway in Beaufort. Classes start March 7th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Contact Wilma Holman at 843-252-8228.\r\n\r\n<b>Mayor Keyserling to be LIBPA Guest Speaker</b>\r\n\r\nCity of Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling will be the guest speaker at the March meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association to be held on March 8 at 8 a.m. in the Beaufort County Realtors’ Association headquarters located in the Palmetto Business Park (behind the BB&amp;T Bank) on Lady’s Island Dr. Subjects to be included in the discussion include Lady’s Island traffic, future commercial growth, annexation and infrastructure. The meeting is open to the public.\r\n\r\n<b>TCL invites the </b><b>community to “Return to the Classroom” event</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry invites local residents to its 2nd annual “Return to the Classroom” event from 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesday, March 9 at the TCL New River Campus in Bluffton. The event is free and includes two morning classes followed by a lunch and learn session.\r\n\r\n“We are excited to welcome the community to our beautiful New River campus for a day of exploration and discovery,” TCL President Dr. Richard Gough said.\r\n\r\nThe event features a variety of classes centered on the topic of wellness and taught by exceptional TCL faculty members. Participants will be able to choose two classes from the following:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">1. Stress and Wellness\r\n2. Couples Therapeutic Massage\r\n3. Literature and Wellness\r\n4. Health Monitoring</p>\r\n<b>Beaufort High Theater to present three nights</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High Theater proudly Presents Alice in Wonderland on March 10th, 11th and 12th at 6:30 p.m. in the Arts Center at Beaufort High. Admission $5. For more information Please call 843-322-2152. Spend some qualify time and bring the kids for a “Family Date Night!”\r\n\r\n<b>Audubon takes trip to Bear Island WMA</b>\r\n\r\nJoin the Audubon for a trip to Bear Island WMA on March 10th. You will see ducks in the old rice fields, Avocets, Black-Necked Stilts, White Pelicans, and Tundra Swans in the ponds. There’s no limit to the number of people who can go on this outing but for planning purposes, please RSVP. If you decide at the last moment, don’t hesitate to join the fun. Meet in the parking lot adjacent to the (former) Lady’s Island McDonalds. Departure is 8:00 a.m. Bring lunch, binoculars, bug spray, sunscreen, water, etc.\r\n<h2>Upcoming library events</h2>\r\nTo be held at the <b>St. Helena Branch Library</b> at 6355 Jonathon Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Our Stories Matter: Documenting Our History in the Lowcountry\r\n</b>Date: Saturday, March 12, 2016 at 1:00 p.m.\r\nDescription: Presented by Once Upon A Time CEO Ryan J. Heathcock. Mr. Heathcock will be speaking about his \"journey of discovery\" tracing his genealogy from Africa, to Europe, to the Americas. Ryan has traced his Gullah roots to St. Helena Island as far back as 1800. Through \"OUAT\", he offers his experience and his expertise to the residents of the Lowcountry and the organizations serving the communities within the Gullah/Geechee Corridor to keep their history alive and documented for generations to come. Call 843-255-6487 for more information.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Teen Advisory Board\r\n</b>Date: Monday, March 14 and 28, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.\r\nDescription: Teens come together to discuss events, fundraising, collection development for St. Helena Branch Library. Call 843-255-6541 for more information.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>End of Life Issues: Health care power of attorney, living, wills DNR orders, power of attorney, funeral planning &amp; cremation\r\n</b>Date: Monday, March 14, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.\r\nDescription: A local lawyer will give a 30-45 minute lecture with a question and answer period. Contact Meghan at mkilgore@bcgov.net or call 843-255-6559 for more information.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Cooking Club\r\n</b>Date: Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 6:00 p.m.\r\nDescription: March’s theme is ‘In like a Lion, Out like a Lamb”. Make a recipe that will take us on an epicurean journey. The dish should have flavors that hit the palette strong like a lion and finish as smooth as a lamb or vice versa. Call 843-255-6487 for more information.\r\n\r\nTo be held at the <b>Bluffton Branch Library</b> at 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Teen Tech Week: Create it @ the Bluffton Branch!\r\n</b>Date: Monday, March 7 through Friday, March 11 during library hours\r\nDescription: Demo 3D printing, audio/video production and Raspberry Pi software in the new Bluffton Media Lab! For more information, contact Adam Farver at  843-255-6507 or afarver@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Let’s Juggle\r\n</b>Date: Wednesday, March 9 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.\r\nDescription: Learn the first steps into becoming a juggling master. This event is for ages 8-12. For more information, contact Kelli Baxter at 843-255-6510 or kbaxter@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Raspberry Pi Day\r\n</b>Date: Monday, March 14 at 4 p.m.\r\nDescription: Learn to program using the Raspberry Pi. For more information, contact Belinda Blue at 843-255-6507 or bblue@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Process Art Class\r\n</b>Date: Thursday, March 17 at 4:30 p.m.\r\nDescription: Join an art class where the only rule is to create.  This event is for ages 3-6. For more information, contact Kelli Baxter at 843-255-6510 or kbaxter@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\nEvent: <b>Zumba Kids\r\n</b>Date: Saturday, March 19 from 2 to 3 p.m.\r\nDescription: A dance fitness party for ages 7-11. For more information, contact Kelli Baxter at 843-255-6510 or kbaxter@bcgov.net.\r\n\r\n<em>For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.</em>', 'What To Do the week of March 3rd-9th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-march-3rd-9th', '', '', '2016-03-03 10:49:09', '2016-03-03 15:49:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27516', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(27518, 4, '2016-03-03 10:55:02', '2016-03-03 15:55:02', '<h3>By Dr. Parker T. Barker</h3>\r\nOver the course of the years, many idioms about dogs have taken hold in our language. An idiom is a meaning created by how a word or phrase is used that is different from its literal meaning. Sayings like “my dogs are barking” which means “my feet hurt” in friendly conversation is an example of an idiom.\r\n\r\nIf you stop to think about it, I am betting you can come up with several in your own vocabulary that are part of your regular lexicon. My mom uses “It’s raining cats and dogs” all the time to describe the torrential rains we get sometime. Sometimes I laugh when I think about my pal Percy arriving amid millions of raindrops. I can guarantee you he wouldn’t be too happy that I know.\r\n\r\nSome believe “it’s raining cats and dogs” originated with Norse mythology. Odin was the god of storms and was attended by dogs and wolves. Sailors often credited him with rain. Or it could have come from medieval mythology, when witches often used cats in their spells and rode them through the air, even during storms. Kind of a lumpy precursor to a broom. Or it may be because dogs and cats tend to seek higher ground in the form of rooftops during storms. While waiting out the storm they may have been swept off the roof, and for all intense and purposes looked like it was raining cats and dogs. Who knows? But over the years, there is a very clear image of what this idiom means.\r\n\r\nHere’s another one. Down here, there is lots of chatter about the “dog days of summer.” Aren’t they all dog days of summer? So where did that expression come from? It describes the hottest time of the summer when both dogs and people try to find a shady, cool spot to lie down and wile away the hottest part of the day and do nothing. Another way to describe it is it is one of those days when it is so hot, and the air is barely moving, and everybody is on the porch with a fan trying to simply get through the day. Today, thank god, they have been replaced by air conditioning in a lot of places, but not everywhere. Those dog days of summer are very real around the Lowcountry. Another variation on this is dog days are in the middle of the summer when the Dog Star, Sirius, rises and sets with the sun.\r\n\r\nNot all animal idioms are necessarily positive. Using the phrase “it was a total dog and pony show” can certainly be derogatory. A dog and pony show (or act) is negative phrasing meaning an elaborate attempt to impress someone with something that does not really have true value or substance. Imagine someone in sales, (sorry friends) who is trying to get you to buy, or join, something new and they pull all the stops out to attempt to convince you it is a “must have” product or organization. Dancing girls are not unheard of in a dog and pony show.\r\n\r\nThere are lots more. I have listed some below but I’m sure there are many others out in the world. Let us know the ones we missed by putting them in the comments section of our website, www.yourislandnews.com.\r\n<h2>Do you know what these idioms mean?</h2>\r\n<b>Why keep a dog and bark yourself? </b><em>~ Meaning: Why hire someone to do something, and then do it yourself?</em>\r\n\r\n<b>That dog won’t hunt. </b><em>~ Meaning: That won’t work, forget it.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Three dog night </b><em>~ Meaning: Very cold; referring to the number of dogs you need to cuddle up with in order to stay warm.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>I’ve got to go see a man about a dog </b><em>~ </em><em>Meaning: I’m going to the restroom.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Like a dog with two tails </b><em>~ Meaning: Very happy.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>It’s a dog-eat-dog world </b><em>~ Meaning: Take what you want and only look out for yourself because that’s what everyone else is doing. Personally I find this thought very unsettling. </em>\r\n\r\n<b>Gone to the dogs </b><em>~ Meaning: Something has lost all its good qualities and gone bad.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Every dog has its day </b><em>~ Meaning: Andy Warhol explained the phrase by saying that everyone will have their fifteen minutes of fame.</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Let sleeping dogs lie </b><em>~ Meaning: Don’t wake up anything that may cause trouble or be a problem. </em>\r\n\r\nHow many of these expressions do you use in your regular conversation? I was surprised at how many Mom uses every day. Maybe that is because she is a self-professed “dog person.” Here are some more for you to try out on your next family gathering:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 60px;\">• the dog ate my homework\r\n• fight like cats and dogs\r\n• a sly dog\r\n• as sick as a dog\r\n• be like a dog with a bone\r\n• Hot diggety dog!\r\n• you are a lucky dog</p>', 'This dog won’t hunt…and other dog related idioms', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'this-dog-wont-huntand-other-dog-related-idioms', '', '', '2016-03-03 10:56:08', '2016-03-03 15:56:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27518', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27521, 4, '2016-03-03 09:56:34', '2016-03-03 14:56:34', '[caption id=\"attachment_27523\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"135\"]<img class=\" wp-image-27523 alignleft\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/PETS-Peanut-183x300.jpg\" alt=\"Peanut\" width=\"135\" height=\"221\" /> Peanut[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27522\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"197\"]<img class=\" wp-image-27522\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/PETS-Bubba-300x244.jpg\" alt=\"Bubba\" width=\"197\" height=\"160\" /> Bubba[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Peanut is a beautiful 6 year old girl. She has a lovely personality and enjoys lounging and playing with wand toys. She will be one of the first to greet you in Cat Room #1. Meet with Peanut today! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Bubba is a handsome 4 year old hound dog. He is shy and takes his time with new people and places. He loves companionship and cannot wait to have his very own human to lounge with. Meet with Bubba today! He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.</p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><em>The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Mon. - Sat. from 12 to 7 p.m. Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more info.</em></p>', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week-23', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:06:23', '2016-03-03 16:06:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27521', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27526, 4, '2016-03-03 11:10:02', '2016-03-03 16:10:02', 'The Hilton Head Island Wine &amp; Food Festival presented by Publix announced 163 award winning wines in association with the Hilton Head Island International Wine Judging for 2016. Each year hundreds of wines pour in from around the world to be judged by master sommeliers, certified wine educators, and others gathered at the Sonesta Resort on Hilton Head.\r\n\r\nThis year’s top wines included the 2012 Chardonnay from California’s Chalk Hill as Best in Show for white wines and Willamette Valley’s 2013 Pinot Noir from Two Messengers as Best in Show for red. In its 31st year, the Hilton Head Wine &amp; Food Festival, a nonprofit event, facilitates scholarships for local collegiate students studying tourism, hospitality, and the culinary arts.\r\n\r\n“Our company supports the festival not just because it’s fun and we all love wine, but because it gives back to our community” said Audre Reichenbach Vugrinac, Community Relations Manager at Mike Reichenbach Chevrolet. “Sure, you can taste hundreds of wines and it’s a big party, but it’s a party with a purpose.”\r\n\r\nThe acclaimed panel of judges included individuals who hold certifications from the Court of Master Sommeliers, Society of Wine Educators, International Sommelier Guild, and Wine and Spirits Education Trust. Many judges participate year after year because of the wide variety of entrants and beauty of the Hilton Head Area.\r\n\r\n“We can say many things about our festival. Hilton Head is beautiful. We are one of the oldest wine festivals on the East Coast. It is one of the largest wine events in the South. However, what we are most proud of is that our event has created dozens of opportunities for students in the past few years. The fact that we have a wine competition and festival makes us fairly unique” commented HHIWFF Executive Director Jeff Gerber.\r\n\r\nExcess wine bottles are used for charitable bidding lots made available at the Grand Tasting and Public Tasting events. This year the wine festival will last from March 7th through 12th, with the tasting events happening the last two days at The Sea Pines. Award winners are also featured by organizers at special events, such as ‘Wine and Cinema’ at Custom Audio Video, and knowledge sessions offered throughout the week.\r\n\r\nJoining Chalk Hill and Two Messengers (Maison L\'Envoye\') was Barboursville Vineyards’ Paxxito, a 2012 Muscato, which took home the top dessert wine prize. In total, there were 17 Double Gold Medal winners, 25 Gold Medal winners and 121 Silver Medal winners were named out of 418 entrants.\r\n\r\n“Our festival offers one of the few East Coast judging competitions and is one of the oldest. This makes our medals prestigious to vintners and generally signals to the public that a wine is worth trying” said Tami Bream, President of the Board of the HHIWFF. “As a restaurant owner, I can safely say it’s a big deal.”\r\n\r\nAll 163 award winners are available for reference and tickets are available at hiltonheadwineandfood.com, along with 2015’s collection of winners.\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><b>Double Gold Winners 2016</b></span>\r\n\r\n<b>Alexander Valley Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Alexander Valley Vineyards</em>\r\nPinot Noir, 2014\r\n\r\n<b>Alexander Valley Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Alexander Valley Vineyards</em>\r\nCYRUS, 2011\r\n\r\n<b>Alexander Valley Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Alexander Valley Vineyards</em>\r\nAlexander School Reserve Single Vineyard Cabernet, 2012\r\n\r\n<b>Alexander Valley Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Alexander Valley Vineyards</em>\r\nCabernet Franc, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Barboursville Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Barboursville Vineyards</em>\r\nPaxxito (Passito), 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Delicato Family Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Black Stallion Estate Winery</em>\r\nCabernet Sauvignon, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Don Sebastiani &amp; Sons\r\n</b><em>Sivas-Sonoma</em>\r\nZinfandel, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Dr. Konstantin Frank\r\n</b><em>Dr. Konstantin Frank</em>\r\nRiesling, 2014\r\n\r\n<b>Dr. Konstantin Frank\r\n</b><em>Dr. Konstantin Frank</em>\r\nGewurztraminer, 2014\r\n\r\n<b>Foley Family Wines\r\n</b><em>Chalk Hill</em>\r\nChardonnay, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Old Bridge Cellars\r\n</b><em>Maison L’Envoyé</em>\r\nTwo Messengers Pinot Noir, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Patricia Green Cellars\r\n</b><em>Patricia Green Cellars</em>\r\nEstate Old Vine Pinot Noir, 2014\r\n\r\n<b>Pollak Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Pollak Vineyards</em>\r\nCabernet Franc, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Pollak Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Pollak Vineyards</em>\r\nPetit Verdot, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Rombauer Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Rombauer Vineyards</em>\r\nMerlot, 2012\r\n\r\n<b>Rombauer Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Rombauer Vineyards</em>\r\nCabernet Sauvignon, 2012\r\n\r\n<b>Rombauer Vineyards\r\n</b><em>Rombauer Vineyards</em>\r\nCabernet Sauvignon, 2013\r\n\r\n<b>Schug\r\n</b><em>Schug</em>\r\nCarneros Pinot Noir, 2014', 'Try the finest wines at the Hilton Head Island Wine & Food Festival', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'try-the-finest-wines-at-the-hilton-head-island-wine-food-festival', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:10:02', '2016-03-03 16:10:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27526', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27529, 4, '2016-03-03 11:11:40', '2016-03-03 16:11:40', '<h3>By Celia Strong</h3>\r\nOne of the more interesting questions when we\'re talking about wines with someone is about Russian River wines. In speaking about wines, many people start to use abbreviations for some of the longer names and phrases. The Russian River Valley, which is located in Sonoma County, is a great source for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines. For brevity\'s sake, we just say, \"It\'s a Russian River Chard.\" And, then, the question comes: \"It\'s from Russia?\" The next five minutes or so are spent explaining wine lingo, because, no, the wine is not from Russia. With love or anything else.\r\n\r\nSo, now, we can learn about our new wine for this week. A Chardonnay from the Russian River Valley in Sonoma County. The history of this area explains its name. Russians were the first non-native residents here. From 1812 to 1841, the Russian-American Company used Fort Ross as a trading post, as rest stop for settlers going further and as a safety spot for Russian settlers in the valley. These Russian settlers were among the first to plant vineyards in Sonoma. The Gold Rush, in 1849, brought lots more people to Sonoma. But, the Russians abandoned their base in the Russian River area about 1841. The Russian River AVA was established in 1983. It is known for its Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. There are over 200 wineries in the AVA now. About 42% of the wines produced are Chardonnays and about 29% are Pinot Noirs. From not quite 1,000 acres of vineyards.\r\n\r\nThe AVA does not cover the entire river. Only a small segment of the valley, from near Healdsburg south to the Santa Rosa plains and Sebastopol. Chalk Hill AVA and Sonoma Green Valley AVA are both located within the Russian River AVA. The soil in the Russian River AVA was formed millions of years ago. Collisions between the North American and Pacific tectonic plates, volcanic vent eruptions and eroded bedrock from huge amounts of flowing water all played their part. This soil is part sand, part limestone, part clay, part alluvial. All soil types we\'ve heard of before that are good for wine grape growing. The climate in the Russian River AVA has cool mornings, with ocean breezes that help clear out the morning fogs. Nighttime temperatures can be 35 to 40 degrees Fahrenheit lower at night. The cool-warm-cool-warm cycle helps develop more complex flavors in the growing grapes. A longer growing season, too. Harvest in the AVA is usually later than in neighboring areas. Pinot Noirs thrive in the cooler parts of the Valley; Chardonnays in the slightly warmer.\r\n\r\nWhich gets us to our grape for this week. Finally. The title, \"Queen of White Wines\" can be easily understood with wines from the Russian River. These Chardonnays are a cross between the Old World style of white Burgundies like Chablis and the Côtes d\'Or, lean, crisp, tight, and the New World style of California that is fuller, richer and riper. Russian River Chards have full ripe flavors, apples, pears, melons, peaches and nectarines, with a clean, bright acidity that balances out the fullness and lets the wines finish with more balance. Experts have called these Chards the best of \"both worlds!\"\r\n\r\nAt last, we come to our specific Russian River Chardonnay. Laguna. This wine is known for its balance between ripe fruit flavors and crisp acidity. The epitome of its source! It starts with apple, pear, quince and tangerine flavors, spreads out in your mouth with sweet Asian spices and finishes with a refreshing crispness. Most of the grapes for this wine come from the Laguna Ranch Vineyard in the Russian River AVA. A good thing, which is obvious when you taste this wine. (The truth is, if you\'ve drunk several other Russian River Chardonnays, chances are you\'ve tasted some Laguna Ranch Chardonnay.) Not a good thing, unfortunately, when you know there are only so many grapes from this specific vineyard. This really is not the only Russian River Chardonnay that uses these grapes. So, availability is limited. All of which means you know what. A great Chard from the Russian River, with love. For $25.97. Enjoy.', 'From Russia with love?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'from-russia-with-love', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:11:40', '2016-03-03 16:11:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27529', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27531, 4, '2016-03-03 11:12:46', '2016-03-03 16:12:46', '<h3>By Attorney General Alan Wilson</h3>\r\nOn January 2, 2015, the South Carolina Attorney General’s Office launched a special unit dedicated to prosecuting food stamp fraud. At the conclusion of its first year, we’ve seen major success in combatting this rapidly growing criminal enterprise in South Carolina.\r\n\r\nIn the last year, 99 cases have been pled, and $19,663.31 worth of restitution has been recovered. So far, the grand total of restitution ordered plus the amount recovered by our office is $337,392.47. And this is just the beginning.\r\n\r\nFunding for this unit is provided by a $318,840 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture for a joint partnership between DSS and the Attorney General’s Office. As you can see, the amount recovered plus the restitution ordered exceeds the actual cost of the grant all within the first year. This is great news as it means that these criminals are being held accountable for their actions. It also shows how truly great this problem is in our state.\r\n\r\nThe U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also commonly known as the food stamp program, helps those who are in need acquire essential items such as food. SNAP issues recipients a debit card, which is automatically credited with the qualifying benefit amount each month. Recipients use that card to buy unprepared food items such as milk, meat, bread, beans and rice to feed their families.\r\n\r\nIn South Carolina, 855,000 people receive these benefits. The program gives individuals assistance in order to get back on their feet. In a nation as great as ours, the goal is that individuals shouldn’t have to go without necessities simply because they have fallen on a difficult period of life.\r\n\r\nUnfortunately, there are those who have discovered a way to abuse this system and steal from these recipients. The scheme is simple: an individual takes a SNAP card to a retailer, who charges a certain amount to it. The retailer then gives them half that amount in cash.\r\n\r\nThis is why the Attorney General’s Office and the Department of Social Services (DSS) have teamed up to fight food stamp fraud to make certain that individuals who are truly in need of assistance will no longer be robbed of the support they are entitled to. DSS investigators work to identify potential cases, which are then sent to the Attorney General’s Office for review and prosecution.\r\n\r\nI’m pleased with the results we saw in this first year; however there is more work to be done. By working together to safeguard our tax dollars and stop waste through fraud, we can all help make South Carolina an even better place to live, work and raise a family.\r\n\r\n<em>If you know or suspect someone who is committing food stamp fraud, please report it by calling a special tip line at 1-800-616-1309.</em>', 'Continuing the fight against food stamp fraud', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'continuing-the-fight-against-food-stamp-fraud', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:12:46', '2016-03-03 16:12:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27531', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27532, 4, '2016-03-03 11:15:16', '2016-03-03 16:15:16', '<em>Photo above: Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - Turbeville Insurance! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business or organization as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!</em>\r\n\r\n<b>Save the Date ~ June 3, 2016:</b><b> </b>The Civitas Awards Gala &amp; Annual Meeting will be held on June 3, 2016 in the brand new Tabby Place on Port Republic Street. This is an event you won\'t want to miss! The Chamber will be recognizing businesses, individuals and organizations in our area who are exemplary in their field. Award nominations now being accepted! Take this opportunity to nominate a friend, co-worker, business or organization you think deserves public recognition for doing a great job. Applications are available at www.BeaufortChamber.org or at the Chamber Office (701 Craven Street). All nominations are due by March 18, 2016.', 'The Beaufort Chamber Corner for March 3rd-9th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-beaufort-chamber-corner-for-march-3rd-9th', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:15:16', '2016-03-03 16:15:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27532', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27535, 4, '2016-03-03 11:16:22', '2016-03-03 16:16:22', '<h3>Provided by State Farm</h3>\r\nWhether you’re a new boat owner or an experienced skipper heading out for the first time this season, taking the proper safety precautions is the first step in enjoying your time on the water. Here are a few prelaunch safety measures that can help make your outings as relaxing as possible.\r\n\r\n<b>Take A Boat Safety Course</b>\r\n\r\nYou wouldn’t get behind the wheel of a car without a driver’s education, so why would you get behind the wheel of a boat without proper instruction? A boat safety course will teach you basic marine operation, navigation and safety, as well as federal and state boating regulations.\r\n\r\nStill need convincing? The reasons for taking a boat safety course are as simple as 1-2-3.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">1. It’s the law. More than 40 states now require operators to take an approved boating safety course as part of their boat licensing or safety certification process.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">2. It’s easy. Taking a boat safety course is convenient. Approved courses are offered throughout the country, and many are even available online.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">3. It’s effective. According to the U.S. Coast Guard, only 14 percent of accidental boating deaths in 2009 occurred on boats where the operator had received boating safety instruction. Even if your state doesn’t require boater education, the safety benefits are clear.</p>\r\n<b>Get Your Vessel Checked</b>\r\n\r\nOnce you’ve completed a boating safety course, make sure your boat is as seaworthy as you are by scheduling a U.S. Coast Guard Vessel Safety Check. This courtesy evaluation is a free, fast, and convenient way to check your boat’s compliance with state and federal boating equipment regulations.\r\n\r\n<b>Pack The Right Gear</b>\r\n\r\nYou can’t always prevent emergencies on the water, but you can make sure you’re equipped to deal with them effectively. The U.S. Coast Guard suggests you have the following items on your boat to help you prepare for common occurrences, such as severe weather, accidents, or mechanical breakdown:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Radio equipment\r\n• Charts of the local area and a compass\r\n• Anchor and extra line\r\n• Tool kit for repairs\r\n• Paddles\r\n• Bailer or bilge pump\r\n• First-aid kit\r\n• Food and water\r\n• Additional clothing, such as warm clothes, a hat, and foul weather gear\r\n• Personal items (sunscreen, medicines, sunglasses)</p>\r\n<b>Get Insured</b>\r\n\r\nYour home, your car, and your boat are all investments worth protecting, and that means buying insurance. Contact an agent to discuss your boat insurance options before you get in the water.', 'Before launching your boat...', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'before-launching-your-boat', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:18:33', '2018-07-12 15:18:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27535', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27538, 4, '2016-03-03 11:20:51', '2016-03-03 16:20:51', 'On Friday, February 12th, Lady’s Island Elementary students and families were treated to a special dance to kick off the Valentine’s Day weekend. Ms. Newton, the school’s professional guidance counselor, organized the awesome event. The students and their parents were dressed to the nines and had a wonderful time dancing. There were selfies and photoshoots on the red carpet too. Many wonderful memories were created for all.\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"27540,27543,27541,27545,27546\"]', 'Lady\'s Island Elementary students dance the night away at the Sweetheart Dance', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ladys-island-elementary-students-dance-the-night-away-at-the-sweetheart-dance', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:55', '2018-07-12 14:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27538', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27539, 4, '2016-03-03 11:19:56', '2016-03-03 16:19:56', '<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27544\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/SCHOOLS-TCL-AND-MATHER-SCHOOL-e1457021970946-300x155.jpg\" alt=\"SCHOOLS - TCL AND MATHER SCHOOL\" width=\"300\" height=\"155\" />The Technical College of the Lowcountry hosted its first Mather History and Education Day on Friday, February 19 at the TCL Beaufort Campus, the former site of the historic Mather School.\r\n\r\n“TCL wants the Mather School to be more than our history,” Vice President for Institutional Advancement Mary Lee Carns said. “The Mather School’s leadership in education can be an active example for today’s TCL students, alumni and future students. This year’s inaugural event ensures the Mather legacy continues.”\r\n\r\nThough the college has invited Mather alumni on campus annually for years, this year’s event was expanded to include Beaufort Middle School students as well as TCL students and alumni. Middle school students visited story circles, where they heard first-hand experiences from Matherites, current TCL students and TCL alumni. The event culminated with the group journeying together to ring the original Mather School bell.\r\n\r\nRachel Crane Mather established the school in 1868 to educate the daughters of freed slaves and to prepare young black women as teachers. In 1881, the school became part of the New England Baptist Missionary Association and continued educating area African-Americans until 1968. In the early 1970s, the school became part of the South Carolina Technical College System.', 'TCL hosts inaugural Mather History & Education Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'tcl-hosts-inaugural-mather-history-education-day', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:55', '2018-07-12 14:58:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27539', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27549, 4, '2016-03-03 11:21:58', '2016-03-03 16:21:58', 'A local convenience store company today donated $15,000 to Beaufort County schools as part of an ongoing promotion at its outlets.\r\n\r\nParker’s, which operates 43 convenience stores in Georgia and South Carolina, said the proceeds came from its “Fueling the Community” program. That promotion gives one 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. Most of the rest goes to specific schools designated by Parker’s “Pump Pal Club” regular customers when they purchased their gasoline.\r\n\r\n“We are deeply grateful to our Beaufort County customers for their loyalty,\" said Greg Parker, president and CEO of Parker\'s. \"It’s truly a pleasure for us to give back to public and private schools in Beaufort County and to support the ongoing efforts of hard-working local teachers.\"\r\n\r\nSuperintendent Jeff Moss accepted the donation on behalf of the school district.\r\n\r\n“Our partnership with Parker’s just keeps getting better and better,” Moss said, “As Parker’s grows, its support for schools grows, and that’s a wonderful thing to see.”', 'Parker\'s Convenience Stores makes very large donation to Beaufort County School District', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'parkers-convenience-stores-makes-very-large-donation-to-beaufort-county-school-district', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27549', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27550, 4, '2016-03-03 12:00:33', '2016-03-03 17:00:33', '<em>Photo above from left: Beaufort Academy Headmaster, Stephen Schools, Beaufort Academy Middle School teacher, Melissa Hincher, Emma Hincher, and Jason Hincher Beaufort Academy class of 1991.</em>\r\n\r\nEmma Hincher, Beaufort Academy Class of 2019 was named the recipient of the 2016 Thomas H. Horton, Jr. Memorial Scholarship. Emma has been awarded up to a $4,000 stipend to participate in a summer study-abroad program. She has chosen to travel to Prague in the Czech Republic. The Thomas H. Horton, Jr. Memorial Scholarship has been established to commemorate the contributions of Tom Horton to the study of English literature and to the development of the minds and characters of Beaufort Academy students. Grateful family members, students, colleagues and friends have come together to celebrate Tom’s contributions and to ensure that his legacy lives on. Each year, a Beaufort Academy high school student wins this unique award.', 'BA student heads to Prague on scholarship', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-student-heads-to-prague-on-scholarship', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27550', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27554, 4, '2016-03-03 11:25:24', '2016-03-03 16:25:24', '<em>Photo above: Lady\'s Island Middle School Junior Scholars (front row from left to right): A\'Mya Singleton, Nicole Hamner, Keara White, Jamyah Moore, Tucker Baron; (back row from left to right): Collin Durham, Norberto Lopez, Sarah Geisler, Payton Alexander, Kijani Bynum, and Ninti Bynum.</em>\r\n\r\nThese 8th grade students at Lady’s Island Middle School earned the recognition of being named an SC Junior Scholar by achieving a very high score on the PSAT exam that they took in the fall and will be recognized this spring at a district-wide banquet. Congratulations to all the winners!', 'Lady’s Island Middle 8th graders named SC Junior Scholars', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ladys-island-middle-8th-graders-named-sc-junior-scholars', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27554', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27556, 4, '2016-03-03 11:25:55', '2016-03-03 16:25:55', 'Twenty Beaufort County schools have earned 2015 Palmetto Gold or Silver awards for student academic achievement, the South Carolina Department of Education announced today.\r\n\r\nOnly four of South Carolina’s 82 school districts had more schools to earn awards in 2015, and all four have much larger student populations and more schools than Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n“There’s a lot to celebrate here,” said Superintendent Jeff Moss. “As recently as 2007 we had only three winners, and now we have 20 winners that were competing against even more rigorous criteria. On top of that, seven of our 20 winners were honored both for their overall academic performance and for their success in closing achievement gaps between minority and nonminority students, and also between students from high-income and low-income families. That’s outstanding.”\r\n\r\nThe Palmetto Gold and Palmetto Silver program was created by the South Carolina General Assembly to recognize schools that attain high levels of absolute performance, high rates of growth and substantial progress in closing achievement gaps between groups of students.\r\n\r\nThe state’s Education Oversight Committee establishes criteria for the awards, and the Department of Education applies those criteria to determine which schools are honored. The EOC revised the eligibility criteria in 2012 to make them more demanding.\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Two Beaufort County schools – Okatie Elementary and Hilton Head Island High – earned 2015 Gold awards for general performance as well as Gold awards for closing achievement gaps.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Five district schools won Gold awards for general performance and Silver awards for closing achievement gaps: Broad River Elementary, Mossy Oaks Elementary, Joseph S. Shanklin Elementary, Pritchardville Elementary and Red Cedar Elementary.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Six district schools won Gold awards for general performance: Beaufort High, Bluffton Elementary, Bluffton High, Coosa Elementary, Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts and Riverview Charter School (elementary and middle school grade levels).</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Seven district schools won Silver awards for general performance: Beaufort Elementary, Beaufort Middle, Hilton Head Island Middle, Lady’s Island Elementary, Michael C. Riley Elementary, Robert Smalls International Academy and Whale Branch Elementary.</p>\r\nSchools receive awards for general performance based on both their absolute and growth ratings and the growth index found on state school report cards. These ratings are determined by PASS scores for elementary and middle schools. For high schools, ratings are based on Exit Exam results, graduation rates and percentages of students passing end-of-course tests.\r\n\r\nSchools receive closing the achievement gap awards based on academic gains made by students in four categories: African-American students, Hispanic students, students participating in federal free- or reduced-price lunch programs and students with non-speech disabilities.', '20 Beaufort County schools earn state recognition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '20-beaufort-county-schools-earn-state-recognition', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27556', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27559, 4, '2016-03-03 11:27:04', '2016-03-03 16:27:04', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nOver the past several years, I have driven out to Hunting Island State Park numerous times. Occasionally, I have noticed a woman sitting on the porch of the Gullah Grub Restaurant on Sea Island Parkway and Dr. Martin Luther King Drive working away on baskets. It never occurred to me to stop and talk to her, but fate intervened and we finally met. Her name is Jery B. Taylor and she was the featured speaker at a club meeting I attended recently. She did a presentation on basket-making. Listening to her talk and watching her video gave me a new appreciation of the work that goes into making these baskets.\r\n\r\nMany of us have strolled through the Straw Market of Charleston watching the women work, but there is much more to the story. Jery provided us with the history of basket weaving brought over from Africa. Her video revealed the work required to gather and prepare the materials. I was fascinated to learn that the baskets she makes are primarily made of four materials; pine needles, lemon grass, palmetto fronds and bulrush. It turns out that lemon grass is a grass that yields an oil that smells like lemon, hence the name. And bulrush is a tough grass-like plant that can grow up to ten feet in the mud. Anyone familiar with the story of the infant Moses will be interested in knowing that the basket that held him was made out of bulrush.\r\n\r\nAs we watched the video, I was mesmerized by Jery’s agility in pulling out the lemon grass and bulrush, cutting and splitting it and then placing it out to dry for four or five days. Then to watch her “spin her straw into gold” was fascinating. She explained that the diagonal weave she uses in some of her work is a specific Beaufort design. And although she spoke about the utilitarian value of the baskets, it was the artistic value of the baskets that interested me most. After her presentation, I had lunch with Jery. We chatted about our backgrounds, our sons and the food we like to eat. I am sorry I had not stopped to chat with her before, but if you see her on the porch of Gullah Grub restaurant, do not hesitate to stop. You might find me sitting there too.', 'The exploration continues — meet Jery B. Taylor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-exploration-continues-meet-jery-b-taylor', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:27:04', '2016-03-03 16:27:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27559', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27560, 4, '2016-03-03 11:28:43', '2016-03-03 16:28:43', '<b>PAL praises generosity of Lexus dealerships</b>\r\n\r\nPalmetto Animal League (PAL) is immensely grateful for a significant donation from Hilton Head Lexus/Chatham Parkway Lexus as a result of their December to Remember campaign. The dealership donated $100 to PAL for every new car sold or leased during December. PAL was thrilled to receive $3,900 from Hilton Head Lexus and $3,600 from Chatham Parkway Lexus.\r\n\r\nTheir generosity did not stop there. In 2015, Hilton Head Lexus also held a car wash/pet adoption event raising $440. In addition, they sponsored our annual charity golf tournament with a donation of $2,000, bringing their total contributions for the year to an astounding $9,940.\r\n\r\nWe are overwhelmed by the generosity of Hilton Head Lexus/Chatham Parkway Lexus and their dedication to improving the lives of the animals in our community. Their donations will allow PAL to provide vital care for hundreds of abandoned cats and dogs. Palmetto Animal League is a private, non-profit animal rescue organization that relies solely on donations, fundraising events and the PAL Thrift Store in Sheridan Park to give every animal a second chance at life. PAL also operates an Adoption Center and Community Clinic in Okatie where we provide all animals with food, water, shelter, veterinary care, emotional support, enrichment, socialization and much more as we prepare them to be adopted into a loving home.\r\n\r\nThe tremendous success of Hilton Head Lexus/Chatham Parkway Lexus’ fundraising efforts is a true testament to the caliber of this company as a whole. All of us at PAL, especially the animals, are grateful for the chance to be partnered with such an outstanding company.\r\n\r\nMost sincerely,\r\nFred Liebert\r\n<em>Chairman of the Board</em>\r\n<em> Palmetto Animal League</em>', 'Letter to the Editor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-17', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:40:04', '2016-03-03 17:40:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27560', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27564, 4, '2016-03-03 11:31:53', '2016-03-03 16:31:53', '<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27568\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-CLAY-JORDAN-2-300x293.jpg\" alt=\"ARTS CLAY JORDAN (2)\" width=\"300\" height=\"293\" />The Studio Art Program and the Fine Arts Department at the University of South Carolina Beaufort will present Further, an exhibition of photography works by Clay Jordan at the Sea Islands Center Gallery on the university’s Historic Beaufort campus. The artwork will be on display through March 19.\r\n\r\nClay Jordan is a photographer and musician who currently lives in Milledgeville, GA and teaches photography courses at the Georgia College and State University. He received an M.F.A. from the Lamar Dodd School of Art, University of Georgia, Athens, GA in 2013, and a B.A. in Psychology from Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN in 1998.\r\n\r\nJordan’s works have been featured in group exhibitions including the Blackbox Gallery, Portland, OR, the Midwest Center for Photography, Wichita, KS, and at the Southeast Center for Photography, Greenville, SC. In 2013, he had a one person exhibition at the University of the South, Sewanee, TN where he also served as a visiting artist and critic. He received the Emerge Fellowship Award from the Midwest Center for Photography in 2015.\r\n\r\nThe exhibition is free and open to the public. The Sea Islands Center is located at 1106 Carteret Street. Gallery hours are Friday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. or by appointment. The Historic Beaufort campus, situated on Beaufort’s downtown waterfront, houses an innovative baccalaureate Studio Art program in close proximity to Beaufort’s many art galleries.\r\n\r\nFor more information about Further, an exhibition of photography works by Clay Jordan, contact Kim Keats, gallery manager, Sea Islands Center, at 843-521-3147 or uscbsic@uscb.edu.', 'USCB presents an exhibition of photography by Clay Jordan', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uscb-presents-an-exhibition-of-photogrpahy-by-clay-jordan', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:38:15', '2016-03-03 16:38:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27564', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27565, 4, '2016-03-03 11:31:05', '2016-03-03 16:31:05', '<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27566\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-SEA-ISLAND-SONG-BIRD-MommaCanUHearMe-2-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"ARTS SEA ISLAND SONG BIRD MommaCanUHearMe (2)\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" />They say, “If Womanism had a soundtrack, then Mahoganee would be a featured artist. Her musical stylings embody the spirit of this concept – vocals that are tender and yet powerful; a fiercely original artist with the ability to passionately interpret the greats from Nina to Natalie; a talented trustee of the art for past, present and future generations. Hearing her live can take you on a global journey through space and time, all the while keeping you intimately connected to your own understanding of the pure joy and pain that is music. Sensual, inspirational, memorable – Mahoganee.”\r\n\r\nMahoganee is currently working on her 4th Studio Album called \"Textures of a Soul\" and will be releasing her 1st official single on March 19th at Salt Gallery in Beaufort. There will be a live video shoot for the new single during the evening festivities as well as a live acoustic soul session.\r\n\r\nThis is a “Dress to Impress” night of acoustic soul music so be camera ready!! Gourmet hors d\'oeuvres will be served. Seating is limited and reservations are recommended by calling Salt Gallery at 843-379-7258 or 843-592-8289. A donation of $20 per person is suggested. Tickets can also be purchased at\r\nwww.mahoganeeatsaltgallery.eventbrite.com.', '\"The Sea Island SongBird\" back with new album', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-sea-island-songbird-back-with-new-album', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:31:47', '2016-03-03 16:31:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27565', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27571, 4, '2016-03-03 11:35:17', '2016-03-03 16:35:17', '[caption id=\"attachment_27575\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"238\"]<img class=\" wp-image-27575\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ART-BY-THE-SEA-Nautius-by-Robert-Ryzner-2-214x300.jpg\" alt=\"Nautius by Robert Ryzner\" width=\"238\" height=\"334\" /> Nautius by Robert Ryzner[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above: Purple Shell Necklace by Barbara Miller</em>\r\n\r\nOpening on February 29, Beaufort Art Association presents \"By the Sea,” a joint exhibit of fine jewelry and photography by two of the Lowcountry\'s finest artists, Barbara Miller and Robert Ryzner. The two-month exhibit runs from Monday, February 29, through Saturday, April 30. Opening Reception is Friday, March 4, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. The public is invited. The work of over 60 other local member artists will also be on exhibit.\r\n\r\nBoth Barbara Miller and Robert Ryzner have been exhibiting at the Beaufort Art Association for the past several years. Barbara had appreciated Robert\'s creative approach to photography and recognized that each of their art complemented the other. The joint exhibit was born. Their decision to emphasize the sea stems from lifetimes of loving and sharing their visions of all things swept from the sea.\r\n\r\n\"My art merges my life-long love of fiber knitting and my admiration for unusual handmade jewelry,\" commented Barbara Miller. She has been a knitter since age ten, designing everything from scarves to coats. Wire knitting uses the same techniques as fiber knitting, but it substitutes wire for yarn and embellishes with beads to produce one-of-a-kind pieces of wearable art.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27572\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"188\"]<img class=\" wp-image-27572\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-BY-THE-SEA-Coral-Necklace-by-BarbMiller-2-227x300.jpg\" alt=\"Coral Necklace by Barbara Miller\" width=\"188\" height=\"248\" /> Coral Necklace by Barbara Miller[/caption]\r\n\r\nWire knitting has as much design flexibility as fiber knitting. Barbara uses different metals for knitting but prefers stainless steel and gold-filled wire. Her favorite beading materials include semi-precious gemstones, handmade glass beads, coral, shell, and fresh water pearls, particularly those with unusual shapes and textures.\r\n\r\nGrowing up on Long Island and having lived most of her life near the water, beach combing was always a favorite activity. Everything from the sea fascinates Barbara: the coral, the driftwood, the sea glass and pottery, the sponges, and the endless supply of shells. She currently lives on Dataw Island.\r\n\r\nBarbara\'s work has been featured in art galleries in Beaufort, Hilton Head, and Charleston, as well as Savannah, Asheville, Orlando, St. Augustine, and Taos. Her art has won awards for three consecutive years at the Palmetto Statewide fine crafts competition.\r\n\r\nRobert Ryzner received his fine arts degree from Penn State, working in oil,\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27576\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\"]<img class=\" wp-image-27576\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ART-BY-THE-SEA-Spot-of-Color-by-Robert-Ryzner-2-236x300.jpg\" alt=\"Spot of Color by Robert Ryzner\" width=\"208\" height=\"265\" /> Spot of Color by Robert Ryzner[/caption]\r\n\r\nwatercolor, lithography, photography, and film. His career as an Advertising Creative Director in a NYC agency filled his portfolio with international and national print, television, and video ads that garnered him over 65 international awards in juried shows.\r\n\r\nSince moving to Bluffton over ten years ago, Robert began using the art of photography to capture the unique beauty of the Lowcountry and saltwater life. He discovered the technique of using a Mandela - a symmetrical design with internal and external patterns that are similarly simple yet profound. It\'s a geometric pattern typically circular or square, symbolizing integrated structures around the center.\r\n\r\nIn this exhibit Robert combines the beauty of local shells and shells photographed around the world. These multi-dimensional images enhance the feeling of living by the sea. Since shells are a natural form of a Mandela, each geometric turn combination produces a unique photograph.\r\n\r\nWhen you view this upcoming exhibit, capturing great moments by the sea in such a unique way, you will feel that all that is missing is the sound of waves lapping on the shore and the feeling of sand between your toes.\r\n\r\nFor further information on this exhibit or on the work of other member artists, please visit www.beaufortartassociation.com.', 'By the Sea — Jewelry harmonizing with photography', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'by-the-sea-jewelry-harmonizing-with-photography', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:35:17', '2016-03-03 16:35:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27571', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27574, 4, '2016-03-03 11:38:51', '2016-03-03 16:38:51', 'The Red Piano Too Art Gallery and Penn Center are hosting a joint collaborative tribute to Saint Helena Island folk artist, the late Sam Doyle. The month long event is a celebration of the man and his art.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27578\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-RED-DOOR-2-e1457023056537-300x244.jpg\" alt=\"ARTS RED DOOR 2\" width=\"300\" height=\"244\" />The Red Piano Too Art Gallery will have an opening reception for the local artists exhibiting in this show. Their work will pay homage to the artist. Some of the other artists are: Paul Allen, Johnny Griner, Sonnel Thompson, Susanne Day, Sandra\'\'Renee\'\'Smith, Diane Britton- Dunham, Mary Mack, Elayne Scott, Shirley Hunter, and Sabra Wolfe. Please join us on March 11, 2015 and March 12, 2015 from noon to 5:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nPenn Center will exhibit works from its permanent collection of Sam Doyle paintings during the month of March. Victoria Smalls, Director of History, Art and Culture at Penn Center wrote, “The Sam Doyle Folk Art Festival invites the ingenuity and expression of South Carolina Folk Artists to showcase their works of art for the world to see. Experience a rare opportunity to see the art work of Gullah Folk Art Icon, Sam Doyle, presented in the community where he spent his life and derived his inspiration.”\r\n\r\nMary Inabinett Mack owner of the Red Piano Too Art Gallery said, “It is very appropriate that we should celebrate the life and work of Mr. Doyle as he was instrumental in communicating and perpetuating the history of the Gullah lifestyle in his art.”\r\n\r\nSam Doyle, born in 1906 spent his entire life living in the Wallace community on Saint Helena Island. He was born twenty one years before the bridge was built connecting downtown Beaufort to the Sea Islands. His great grandparents had been enslaved on the Wallace Plantation on Saint Helena Island. One of nine children born to farming parents, he attended the Penn School where his artistic talents were first noticed. Sam left school and worked for nine years as a stock clerk at the Saint Helena Corner Store, then as a porter in a warehouse and for seventeen years at the laundry on Parris Island. After retiring from his Civil Service laundry job, Doyle spent the remainder of his life creating art and keeping the grounds at The Chapel of Ease ruins on Saint Helena Island.\r\n\r\nDoyle began painting in the 1940\'s and for the rest of his life he chronicled the Gullah lifestyle as well as worldwide events he considered newsworthy. The artist’s family had a rich oral tradition through which they passed family history and events occurring in the Saint Helena Island Gullah Community from generation to generation. This oral history inspired his painting. Doyle is one of the most important Folk Artists to come from South Carolina. He had the ability to use discarded items and paint a visual history of Saint Helena Island\'s past. This is a history not found in books, but rather told for the people and by the people. He created a colorful gallery of local characters like his great grandmother, Adelaide Washington, and his great grandfather, Pedro Rivers, both born enslaved but who would fight in the Civil War. He painted the islands “firsts” such as midwife, doctor, teacher, solider, motor car, funeral director to mention some.\r\n\r\nMary Mack recalls seeing her first Doyle painting. She was in the seventh grade at Penn School. Sam Doyle\'s son, Sam Jr., sat next to her. He brought to class a painting of Saint Joseph Baptist Church... each student was to paint something and bring it in.., I looked at the painting and whispered,\'\' Oh, Sammy, you didn\'t paint that,” and he whispered back, \'\'No, my daddy did it.” Of course I was too young to know that Sam\'s paintings would someday be worth thousands of dollars.\r\n\r\nA highlight of Doyle\'s career was being selected to exhibit his work in the 1983 \'\'Black Folk Art in America” collection at the Corcoran Gallery in Washington D.C. He was honored to be recognized as one of the finest self-taught black artists in America.\r\n\r\nIt is this history that is the inspiration for a Sam Doyle Tribute at The Red Piano Too Art Gallery and a Sam Doyle Festival at Penn Center this March. Gallery artists are excited and honored to paint a tribute to the great American folk artist Sam Doyle. Saint Helena Island Gullah Man, Sam Doyle, is a hero to all who love the history and art which is Saint Helena Island\'s heritage.', 'Red Piano Too Art Gallery & Penn Center to host Sam Doyle Art Exhibit and Festival March 11 & 12', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'red-piano-too-art-gallery-penn-center-to-host-sam-doyle-art-exhibit-and-festival-march-11-12', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:38:51', '2016-03-03 16:38:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27574', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27579, 4, '2016-03-03 11:38:36', '2016-03-03 16:38:36', 'Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation has announced that Bill and Martha Harvey will serve as honorary chairs for its annual Duke Symphony Orchestra concert fundraiser, scheduled for April 9th, continuing the Foundation’s tradition of having a local Duke alumnus chair the event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27580\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27580\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-DUKE-SYMPHONE-Harvey-2-300x203.jpg\" alt=\"Bill and Martha Harvey seen at the recent Valentine Ball will serve a co-chairs of the Duke Symphony fundraiser. \" width=\"300\" height=\"203\" /> Bill and Martha Harvey seen at the recent Valentine Ball will serve a co-chairs of the Duke Symphony fundraiser.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Harveys have been actively involved in the fundraiser since its inception and are longtime supporters of both Beaufort Memorial and the arts. Bill recently completed 9 years on the BMH Foundation Board, the last two as Chairman. The couple’s lifelong love of music is evidenced by their current involvement in church and community choirs, harking back to their college days when Martha went to school on a voice scholarship and Bill sang in the Glee Club at Duke. He remembers how special it was to sing Handle’s Messiah alongside the Duke Symphony Orchestra all those years ago, and looks forward to the Foundation’s annual fundraiser all the more.\r\n\r\nFor 13 years now, Conductor Harry Davidson has traveled with more than 60 Duke students and faculty to perform works of well-known and emerging classical composers.\r\n\r\n“The first year, our audience responded to the opening number with a spontaneous standing ovation,” said Alice Moss, Executive Director of the BMH Foundation. “They’ve been a hit every year since.”\r\n\r\nBill and Martha agree, noting that Davidson “does an amazing job of explaining it all, setting the stage for each piece by presenting its unique story and helping the audience know what to listen for. It’s almost like he’s painting a picture for your ears, and you come away with a much deeper appreciation of the music.” Another feature of the evening is the collaboration of the orchestra with the USCB University Chorus directed by Victor Varner.\r\n\r\nAfter the concert, patrons have the opportunity to join Davidson and the musicians for a special Conductor’s reception at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Hussey.\r\n\r\n“Our musicians look forward to the concert each year,” says conductor Harry Davidson. “As our only performance away from Duke, the Beaufort concert is a highlight of our schedule.”\r\n\r\nWhile in town, the Duke visitors stay in homes of Beaufort residents. “It’s always a treat to host the students who travel all this way to volunteer for the weekend,” says Martha. “We’ve gotten to know some truly remarkable young men and women over the years. Some are undergraduates; others are in grad school or on staff at Duke. We’ve even had groups of 4 or 5 who requested to stay with us year after year because we had so much fun together. They really enjoy their time in Beaufort.”\r\n\r\nThe concert is one of the Foundation’s most popular and successful fundraisers, having raised over $265,000 to support BMH’s Healing Arts Program at the Keyserling Cancer Center and other BMH facilities.\r\n\r\nMake Plans Now: General admission tickets are $35. Patron tickets start at $75 and include premium seating and an invitation to the conductor’s reception after the concert. To purchase tickets, visit www.bmhsc.org or call 843-522-5774. Ticket prices are higher at the door.', 'Harveys to serve as honorary chairmen for Duke Symphony fundraiser in April', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'harveys-to-serve-as-honorary-chairmen-for-duke-symphony-fundraiser-in-april', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:38:36', '2016-03-03 16:38:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27579', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27584, 4, '2016-03-03 11:42:07', '2016-03-03 16:42:07', '[caption id=\"attachment_27586\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"200\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27586\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-INTERNATIOAL-FILM-FESTIVAL-vanna-white-receives-spirit-pride-of-south-carolina-award-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Vanna White receive the Spirit &amp; Pride of South Carolina Award at the Beaufort International Film Festival.\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /> Vanna White receive the Spirit &amp; Pride of South Carolina Award at the Beaufort International Film Festival.[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe 10th Annual Beaufort International Film Festival faded to black in superstar fashion on Feb 13th beginning with a champagne reception replete with beautifully presented Lowcountry culinary delights and chocolate truffles. Filmmakers, film lovers and fans of the beautiful and gracious Vanna White, the Spirit &amp; Pride of South Carolina Award recipient, were on hand to see awards presented to the best of the best of over 700 entries from 66 countries in 12 different categories.\r\n\r\nThe festival began on Wednesday, Feb. 10th at Tabby Place in Beaufort with a kaleidoscope of color reflecting off of the international display of flags of countries represented in the festival, a school of dance flash mob performance and a canon confetti blast set off to signal the official start of the 10th year. Thursday morning began with what would start a trend of packed house attendance for most of the screenings that would continue through Saturday afternoon. Records were set for average screening attendance (average 292 per screening) and the single screening attendance record was set by the feature film Interwoven with 473. The estimated overall attendance record was set with 12,426 people enjoying some part of the four day celebration. This exceeded the attendance record set just last year by over 2000.\r\n\r\nNorth Myrtle Beach native, television host, fashion icon and philanthropist Vanna White was presented the second Spirit &amp; Pride of South Carolina Award. This award is presented annually to that person who is native to, or a long time resident of, South Carolina whose body of work in the film, television, or music industries reflects positively on themselves and the Palmetto State. Vanna was very gracious in accepting this year\'s award and encouraged everyone to follow their dreams to the fullest. The award was presented by Rick Ray, Co-Chief Executive of Nuray Pictures and Nuray Digital.\r\n\r\nOther top awards went to Justin D. Roberts, former Army Captain and Chaplain, for his film No Greater Love. Justin was presented with the prestigious Santini Patriot Spirit Award. The award is presented to that filmmaker whose work honors American armed forces, veterans and/or their families. The award was presented by the only other recipient of the award, Director/Producer Jonathan Flora. Jonathan was presented the award in 2011 for his film Lt. Dan Band: For the Common Good. Jonathan is a producer with Walt Disney Studios.\r\n\r\nThe festival also takes pleasure in showcasing the work of those who work behind the scenes and usually get little public attention for their efforts. Jonathan Gaynor, Sound Mixer, was recognized with the Behind the Scenes Award. Presenting the award was Academy Award winning Sound Designer Eugene Gearty.\r\n\r\nOther Winners include:\r\n\r\nBest Feature: Keep In Touch, directed by Sam Kretchmar, New York, NY\r\n\r\nBest Documentary: Daylight Come, directed by Evan Vetter, Wilmington, NC\r\n\r\nBest Short Film: Pardon the Intrusion, directed by Louise Caruna Galizia, United Kingdom\r\n\r\nBest Student Film: Danny Freud, directed by Madliene Rae Painter, University of North Carolina, School of the Arts, Winston-Salem, NC\r\n\r\nBest Comedy: The Gunfighter, directed by Eric Kissack, Los Angeles, CA\r\n\r\nBest Animation: Chiaroscuro, directed by Daniel Drummond, Sao Luis, Brazil\r\n\r\nBest Screenplay: Attic Ashes, written by Lorraine Portman, St. Augustine, FL\r\n\r\nBest Actress: Maritza Brikisak, Los Angeles, CA (A Prayer for the Lonely)\r\n\r\nBest Actor: Hoyt Richards, Los Angeles, CA (Intersection)\r\n\r\nBest Director: Sam Kretchmar, New York, NY (Keep In Touch)\r\n\r\nAudience Choice: Interwoven, (Director VW Scheich, Producer Uyen Le), Beaufort, SC\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort International Film Festival is produced by the Beaufort Film Society. For more information visit beaufortfilmfestival.com.', 'It\'s a wrap: Beaufort International Film Festival names winners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'its-a-wrap-beaufort-international-film-festival-names-winners', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:42:07', '2016-03-03 16:42:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27584', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27585, 4, '2016-03-03 11:43:46', '2016-03-03 16:43:46', '[caption id=\"attachment_27587\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"240\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27587\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/ARTS-PHOTO-CLUB-SPEAKER-John-Mariana-in-Italy-2-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"John Mariana\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" /> John Mariana[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above: Hope Rock Window shot by John Mariana.</em>\r\n\r\nRenowned photographer, John Mariana, will be speaking at the Photography Club of Beaufort’s meeting on March 14th at the BAC/Mather Academy (formerly Artworks), 2127 Boundary Street in Beaufort. The presentation, which will begin at 7 p.m., is free and the public is invited to attend.\r\n\r\nIn 1980, John started using photography in connection to his art background to create color images. By 1984, large format black and white prints became his specialty. Today, John uses digital files to bring a new and different look to his work with primary focus on a unique color palette with visual and emotional presentation. He has won numerous awards for his large print images and regularly donates his work and talents to non-profit endeavors.\r\n\r\nJohn’s style, presentation and fine art print quality has been and is today greatly influenced by Ansel Adams’ style and techniques for creating black and white prints.\r\n\r\nJohn has produced seven books demonstrating his Photoshop techniques for producing fine art photographs. His first pictorial book, Visions of Scotland, was published in 2008 with dramatic images of churches, abbeys, castles and the whimsical aspects of Scottish life. Presented as a photographic guide through the South Borderlands and the Highlands, it was followed by, Visions of Italy, a beautiful fine art book with impressive images of Venice, Florence Tuscany and Rome.', 'Renowned photographer to speak at photo club meeting', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'renowned-photographer-to-speak-at-photo-club-meeting', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:43:46', '2016-03-03 16:43:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27585', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27591, 4, '2016-03-03 11:47:06', '2016-03-03 16:47:06', '[caption id=\"attachment_27593\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"251\"]<img class=\"wp-image-27593 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/DSC0129-251x300.jpg\" alt=\"Rease Dearing took advantage of a mistake by Cameron Smith and scores big points with a blow to the head. Participants are heavily padded and blows are controlled to minimize injury. Dearing defeated Smith 8-5.\" width=\"251\" height=\"300\" /> Rease Dearing took advantage of a mistake by Cameron Smith and scores big points with a blow to the head. Participants are heavily padded and blows are controlled to minimize injury. Dearing defeated Smith 8-5.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above: Black belts showed their prowess in martial arts as they battled one another. Here, Rease Dearing, left, dodges a kick from Cameron Smith.</em>\r\n<h3>By Bob Sofaly</h3>\r\nBeaufort High School was the place to be Saturday for the 23rd annual Good Will Karate Tournament.\r\n\r\nAccording to event founder Chuck Elias, 287 karate students of all ages and belt ranks, from dojos all across the area converged on BHS to participate in the tournament.\r\n\r\nBut the most exciting by far was watching the black belts fight. This year, Elias said the black belts went first instead of the traditional last spot so everyone could watch and aspire to become martial arts experts. With lightning quick punches and kicks paired with the ear-splitting KIIIIIIYYYYYAAAAAAA, the black belts didn\'t disappoint and were rewarded with applause and cheers from an energetic crowd.', 'BHS hosts karate tournament', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bhs-hosts-karate-tournament', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:47:06', '2016-03-03 16:47:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27591', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27592, 4, '2016-03-03 11:47:15', '2016-03-03 16:47:15', '[caption id=\"attachment_27595\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-27595\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/SPORTS-COACH-CLIFFORD-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Mark Clifford\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Mark Clifford[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort High School coach Mark Clifford has been named to the South coaching staff for the 2016 Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl, which will be held at Doug Shaw Stadium in Myrtle Beach. Annually, the state\'s top high school seniors compete in the bowl game.\r\n\r\nClifford will serve as an assistant coach under South head coach Reggie Kennedy. Kennedy is the head coach of the Irmo High School football program. The remainder of the South team\'s coaching staff will be made up by Manning\'s Tony Felder, Baptist Hill\'s Marion Brow, Barnwell\'s Mike Highsmith and Goose Creek\'s Joe Hauff. Camden head coach Jimmy Neal will guide the North team. Serving on Neal\'s coaching staff will be Hillcrest\'s Greg Porter, Pickens\' John Boggs, Abbeville\'s Jamie Nickles, Boiling Springs\' Eddie White and Christ Church\'s Tommy Bobo. Several players who have competed in the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl have gone on to play college football. Rosters for the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl will be finalized and released prior to the high school football all-star event.', 'Coach Clifford named asst. coach for the South team in Touchstone Bowl', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coach-clifford-named-asst-coach-for-the-south-team-in-touchstone-bowl', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:47:15', '2016-03-03 16:47:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27592', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27598, 4, '2016-03-03 11:53:38', '2016-03-03 16:53:38', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort\'s Monty White, left, tries to maintain control of the ball under the relentless Wilson defense. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27605\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"233\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27605\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/DSC0105-233x300.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort’s Matt Garay, right, makes another basket during the first half against Wilson.\" width=\"233\" height=\"300\" /> Beaufort’s Matt Garay, right, makes another basket during the first half against Wilson. [/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort High boys\' basketball team experienced heartbreak in the Class 3-A playoffs on the 19th. Visiting Wilson pulled away to beat Beaufort High 73-67 in the Class 3-A playoffs on Friday night. Beaufort High lost after Dajour Cleveland drained a 3-pointer as the buzzer sounded at the end of regulation to push the game into overtime.\r\n\r\nIn overtime, Wilson took advantage of its offensive opportunities and tightened up on the defensive end, eventually pulling away for the postseason victory. The Eagles, under the direction of head coach Nate Livesay, advanced to meet Wilson after winning a first round game in the playoffs. Determined Wilson clung to a 30-29 lead at halftime.\r\n\r\nFull of composure while playing on the road, Wilson led by as many as 17 points. The Tigers owned a late 10-point lead late in regulation before Beaufort High battled back to force the game into overtime. A strong defensive performance and clutch free throw shooting pushed Wilson to the win. The Tigers converted on numerous key possessions and also limited Beaufort High.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles edged Aiken 53-50 in the first round of the postseason.\r\n\r\n<em>Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n\r\n[gallery columns=\"5\" ids=\"27609,27606,27601,27603,27604\"]', 'Heartbreak for Beaufort High boys’ basketball postseason', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'heartbreak-for-beaufort-high-boys-basketball-postseason', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:56:10', '2016-03-03 16:56:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27598', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27599, 4, '2016-03-03 11:50:20', '2016-03-03 16:50:20', '<em>Photo above: Holding the flag left to right in back: Steve Dietz and Dave Luzzi, Dataw Island Residents. Front from left to right: Dave Britton, Dataw Island Golf Director; Chris Fearn, Dataw Island Assistant Golf Pro; Susan Blackburn and Col. Glenn Blackburn, retired Army Col. who presented the awards on behalf of the Green Beret Foundation; George Beck, Dataw Island Golf Association President.</em>\r\n\r\nDataw Island and Assistant Golf Professional Chris Fearn were honored by the Folds of Honor Foundation and the Green Beret Foundation recently for making charitable donations in excess of $30,000 in 2015.\r\n\r\nAt the 2016 Dataw Island Golf Association Breakfast this morning, Col. Glenn Blackburn, representing the Folds of Honor and the Green Beret foundations, announced that for the fifth year in a row, Dataw Island has been designated a top 100 supporter of the Folds of Honor Foundation -- a foundation that provides educational support to spouses and children of American’s fallen and wounded soldiers.\r\n\r\n“We are humbled and honored to be recognized,” Dave Britton, Dataw Island Golf Director said.\r\n\r\nMr. Blackburn went on to present plaques to Chris Fearn, Chris Fearn’s parents, and Dataw Island in recognition of a Golf Marathon Fearn hosted at Dataw Island in November of 2015 that raised $19,186 for the Green Beret Foundation.\r\n\r\n“The Green Beret Foundation is such a worthy cause,” Fearn said. “They work to provide support to wounded, fallen and their families. I am honored to have been able to put on this golf marathon, grateful for all the support I received at Dataw and looking forward to doing it again this year!”\r\n\r\nThe Green Beret Foundation will be placing a duplicate of the plaque given to Fearn at their headquarters in honor of Dataw Island and Fearn’s accomplishment.', 'Folds of Honor and Green Beret Foundation honor donors', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'folds-of-honor-and-green-beret-foundation-honor-donors', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:50:20', '2016-03-03 16:50:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27599', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27607, 4, '2016-03-03 11:51:30', '2016-03-03 16:51:30', 'The Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club is sponsoring the Santa Elena Regatta for PHRF sailboats on April 2 and 3.The regatta will be a combination of the Jean Ribaut Cup on April 2, and the Pedro Menendez Cup on April 3. The Ribaut and Menendez Cups will be sailed as separate events with the results being combined to determine the winner of the Santa Elena Regatta. This is the opening event of the month long celebration put on by the Santa Elena Foundation to commemorate the 450th anniversary of the founding of the colony of Santa Elena on Parris Island.\r\n\r\nThe event is open to boats with a PHRF rating in the US Sailing manual that are at least 22\' LOA. Boats over 18\' LOA will be considered on a case by case basis. Trophies will be awarded for the Ribaut Cup and the Menendez Cup as well as the overall Santa Elena Regatta. The racing area will be Port Royal Sound and the Beaufort River.\r\n\r\nThere will be several social events associated with the regatta including a kickoff Skippers Meeting and cocktail party Friday evening, an Awards Dinner Saturday and an awards presentation Sunday after the racing. All social events will take place at Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club.\r\n\r\nFull details of the regatta are in the Notice of Race which can be found on Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club web site at http://www.byscnet.com/about/racing/santaelena or by contacting Regatta Chairman, Roy Crocker by phone (843) 838-2453 or e-mail lcrocker@me.com.', 'Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club to sponsor Santa Elena Regatta', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-yacht-and-sailing-club-to-sponsor-santa-elena-regatta', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:51:30', '2016-03-03 16:51:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27607', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27612, 4, '2016-03-03 11:55:03', '2016-03-03 16:55:03', '<h3>By Kelly Collins<b> </b></h3>\r\nThe RDM golf tournament is a fundraiser in memory of my dad, Randy D. Melvin, who passed away in April 2013 from a Glioblastoma Brain Tumor. All proceeds from the tournaments have gone to Duke University to support brain cancer research. Glioblastomas are the most aggressive and deadly form of brain cancer. The median survival rate for a glioblastoma patient who is treated with chemotherapy and radiation is 14.6 months. With only 30 % of patients surviving two years and less than 10% will survive five years. Treatment is very difficult because these types of tumors contain so many types of cells and reproduce so quickly. There is no known cause for these tumors.\r\n\r\nMy dad was an avid golfer and spent most of his time golfing, boating and spending time with his grandchildren. This tournament was his idea, as a way that our family can help other families who are affected by this terrible disease. We are in our third year of the tournament and have donated almost $30,000 to Duke for their research.\r\n\r\nThe tournament will once again take place at Sanctuary Golf Course on Cat Island in Beaufort. The event is Saturday, April 2nd,2016. It is a Four Man Scramble format and our shotgun start is at 12 noon. The cost is $100.00 per golfer which includes a box lunch, golf, cocktail party and dinner. The cocktail party begins at 5:00 p.m. with a silent auction and raffle items and well as live entertainment. Dinner is being catered by Boundary Street Café and Mark Bonds will be playing during the cocktail party. If you are not a golfer you can still enjoy the fun and attend the cocktail party for $25.00 per person.\r\n\r\nTo sign up for the tournament, or to donate silent auction items, please contact me, Kelly, at 843-321-2293.\r\n\r\n<em>Kelly has been a Beaufort resident since 1997. Her parents are both originally from Beaufort, so she decided to relocate here after teaching elementary school in Memphis, TN. She has been a fitness instructor at Wardle Family YMCA for over 17 years and has now started her personal training certification. Kelly also works in retail at “It’s Retail Therapy” on Carteret Street. She has three children, Peyton, Colton and Sadie Grace who attend Riverview Charter School.</em>', 'Randy D. Melvin Memorial Golf Tournament scheduled', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'randy-d-melvin-memorial-golf-tournament-scheduled', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:55:03', '2016-03-03 16:55:03', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27612', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27616, 4, '2016-03-03 11:57:41', '2016-03-03 16:57:41', '[caption id=\"attachment_27618\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"241\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27618\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/COVER-BOTTOM-MedOncology_Jones_Chahin_Baisch-2-e1457024349233-241x300.jpg\" alt=\"Advanced oncology nurse practitioners Kathryn Jones (left) and Susanne Baisch (right) with Dr. Majd Chahin (middle).\" width=\"241\" height=\"300\" /> Advanced oncology nurse practitioners Kathryn Jones (left) and Susanne Baisch (right) with Dr. Majd Chahin (middle).[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort Memorial Hospital has acquired Sea Island Cancer Center, the longtime practice of Dr. Majd Chahin. His practice, now named Beaufort Memorial Medical Oncology, remains in the same location in the Beaufort Memorial Keyserling Cancer Center and continues to offer treatment for a wide array of cancers as well as benign hematological conditions.\r\n\r\nChahin, a board-certified hematology/oncology specialist, will continue to work with his staff, including advanced oncology nurse practitioners Kathryn Jones and Susanne Baisch.\r\n\r\nSince opening his former practice in the Keyserling Cancer Center in 2006, Chahin has worked closely with Beaufort Memorial to develop a comprehensive cancer program to serve patients in the Lowcountry. He will continue to serve as both medical director of Beaufort Memorial Oncology Services and principal investigator for the hospital’s clinical trials program.\r\n\r\nA graduate of Syria’s Tishreen University School of Medicine, Chahin completed his internship and residency in internal medicine at Lutheran Medical Center in Cleveland, Ohio, followed by a three-year fellowship in hematology/oncology at Emory University School of Medicine.\r\n\r\nJones, born and raised in Beaufort, is an advanced oncology certified nurse practitioner. She began working with Chahin in 2003 after earning her bachelor’s degree from Clemson University’s Honors College and her master’s degree in nursing at the Medical University of South Carolina. Prior to that, she served as an RN first in the Beaufort Memorial Emergency Department, then on the hospital’s third floor.\r\n\r\nBaisch, a longtime Beaufort resident who received a bachelor’s degree from Clemson University and master’s degree in nursing from the University of South Carolina, also holds an advanced oncology nurse practitioner certification. During her 17-year career as a health care provider, she worked as both a nurse and a nurse practitioner at Beaufort Memorial Hospital and several Lowcountry medical practices before joining Chahin’s practice in 2014.', 'Dr. Majd Chahin to lead Beaufort Memorial Medical Oncology practice', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dr-majd-chahin-to-lead-beaufort-memorial-medical-oncology-practice', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:00:13', '2016-03-03 17:00:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27616', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27617, 4, '2016-03-03 11:58:15', '2016-03-03 16:58:15', 'Smile for a Lifetime Foundation is a non-profit, national foundation established to give scholarships for braces to needy, deserving children 7 to 17 years old. The Beaufort, Hampton, and Jasper (B-J-H) Chapter of Smile for a Lifetime is receiving applications for twelve scholarships to be given this year. The applicant must be a B-J-H resident living as a dependent with parent or guardian whose total income is below poverty level. Applications may be picked up at all eight B-J-H Comprehensive Health sites, The Beaufort, Bluffton, Jasper, and Hampton Health Departments, WBHC 92.1 Radio, The Hampton County Guardian, The Jasper County Sun, or download the application at winningorthodonticsmiles.com/smile-for-lifetime.\r\n\r\nThe average value of each orthodontic scholarship is $5,500. The Foundation thanks Dr. Skeet Burris and Dr. Travis Fiegle for changing lives with each new smile for a lifetime. The application deadline is March 15, 2016.', 'Smile for a Lifetime Foundation to give twelve local students free braces', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'smile-for-a-lifetime-foundation-to-give-twelve-local-students-free-braces', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:58:15', '2016-03-03 16:58:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27617', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27622, 4, '2016-03-03 11:59:48', '2016-03-03 16:59:48', '<h3>By John Wise, DMD</h3>\r\nFebruary is National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM). The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association, the US Department of Health and Human Services, and several other organizations are working tirelessly to educate the population on preventative care.\r\n\r\nThe American Academy of Pediatrics states “…early childhood caries, the disease process that leads to tooth decay, cavities, and tooth pain is the #1 chronic disease affecting young children…” It is 5 times more prevalent than asthma and 7 times more common than hay fever.\r\n\r\nOne question that parents ask is “When should my children have their first dental visit?” It is recommended that the first visit should occur at approximately one year of age, but many parents bring their child in when the first tooth erupts, around 3 to 6 months of age.\r\n\r\nThe first visit will be a very quick evaluation, but it will be beneficial, nevertheless. It will give the child early exposure to the dental environment and help prevent future anxiety about dental visits. It is an opportunity for the dentist to provide appropriate counseling to the parents regarding developmental expectations and appropriate hygiene.\r\n\r\nSome parents have made the mistake of letting a newborn fall asleep with a milk or juice bottle in his or her mouth. Don’t let this happen! Milk has lactose in it, which means it contains two-sugars, glucose and galactose. This behavior leads to milk bottle caries, and can cause badly decayed teeth which in some cases, are not able to be fixed! Plus, the bottle nipple will slowly move newly developing teeth into awkward positions. A thumb-sucking habit or extended pacifier use can have a similar effect.\r\n\r\nWe all have our favorite snacks which are typically a part of our daily diet. Whether they be crackers, candy, or sugary beverages, it is extremely important to limit the frequency of consumption. Every time a snack with high-sugar content is consumed, the bacteria inherent in the oral cavity digests some of the readily available sugar and secretes lactic acid which breaks down tooth enamel and causes cavities. It does not lead to serious problems as long as there is a limit to the number of “meals” each day.\r\n\r\nCheese is a wonderful alternative to high-sugar snacks. An article from the National Institute of Health analyzed the effect of cheese in cavity prevention. Primarily, cheese helps to stimulate salivary flow which will aid in removing food debris from your mouth. The alkaline nature of saliva will also buffer against the acidity produced by bacteria. Lastly, the high calcium and phosphorous content of cheese may play a role in the remineralization process of tooth enamel. However, copious consumption of cheese can lead to other health concerns like obesity or constipation, so moderation is key.\r\n\r\nWhile regular dental visits will aid in cavity prevention, another benefit is that teeth problems can be identified early. Growth patterns in the upper and lower jaws vary widely among individuals, and some children may be pre-dispositioned to “crooked” or “crowded” teeth. In order to correct the poorly positioned teeth, orthodontic, or in some cases, surgical intervention may be required. However, the earlier these abnormalities are identified the easier it is to correct them.\r\n\r\nThe old adage “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” applies to children’s dentistry as well as most other aspects of life. No child should have to suffer tooth pain or endure oral irregularities. These simple steps of preventive care can ensure a healthy, happy smile for years to come.', 'An early start for happy smiles', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'an-early-start-for-happy-smiles', '', '', '2016-03-03 11:59:48', '2016-03-03 16:59:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27622', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(27625, 4, '2016-03-03 12:01:29', '2016-03-03 17:01:29', '<h3>By Dr. Mark S. Siegel</h3>\r\nCataract surgery continues to evolve, with microincisional clear corneal incisions, femtosecond lasers, new imaging modalities, and improved lens implants. However, the published literature is having trouble keeping up with clinical practice. Despite the ongoing change, one concern remains constant: endophthalmitis (infection) prophylaxis. The use of perioperative povidone-iodine, a lid speculum, and drape with isolation of lids and lashes, and sterile preparation, is effective in limiting the incidence of endophthalmitis after cataract surgery.\r\n\r\nThe recent advent of “dropless” cataract surgery via transzonular ocular injections of TriMoxi or TriMoxiVanc, offers another option of infection prophylaxis. As some cataract surgeons consider adopting dropless cataract surgery it is important to balance the potential complications and risks involved with this technique.\r\n\r\nThese combinations of antibiotics and steroids are delivered to the anterior vitreous (jelly that fills the back of the eye) by injection through the zonules (tiny spider web-like ligaments that anchor the lens to the wall of the eye). This is intended to mitigate the need for post-operative topical drops. Drops can be costly, can irritate the surface of the eye, can be difficult for some patients to administer and can be burdensome to prescribers. Though post-operative drops are less than ideal, this new mode of dropless infection prophylaxis contains some inherent risks.\r\n\r\nA clear concern is compounding errors. There have been reports of dilutional errors with intraocular antibiotics that have resulted in complications including macular swelling, retinal detachment, macular infarction, toxic anterior segment syndrome (severe inflammation) and a large outbreak of Fusarium endophthalmitis.\r\n\r\nThe pharmacokinetics of TriMoxi(+/-) Vanc is unclear when placed in the anterior vitreous. These antibiotics have the shortest half-life of current intravitreal antibiotics being used (1.7 hours). Vancomycin has a half-life of 25.1 hours. Routine topical antibiotics are able to produce concentrations inside the eye for a week post-operatively. While one European study showed decreased rates of endophthalmitis with injected antibiotics, all arms of the study used 6 days of topical postoperative antibiotics! The question remains: is the duration of coverage with injected antibiotics without topical antibiotics adequate?\r\n\r\nAntibiotic resistance is another consideration when using TriMoxi. Emerging resistance has been identified. A recent review found resistance rates to moxifloxacin has increased from 21% in 1995 to 62% in 2014.\r\n\r\nThe use of prophylactic vancomycin in TriMoxiVanc during routine cataract surgery is controversial. The Centers for Disease Control issued guidelines in 1995 specifically discouraging the use of vancomycin in routine surgical prophylaxis because of increasing bacterial resistance. The risk of fueling the emerging resistance to vancomycin for an unproven practice is worrisome. Given that there are more than 3 million cataract surgeries performed in the United States each year, exposure of the ocular surface to low doses of vancomycin could result in an increase in vancomycin resistant bacteria.\r\n\r\nAnother unknown is the risk of steroid-induced ocular hypertension (elevated eye pressure) associated with TriMoxi(+/-) Vanc. It is well known that topical steroids can induce ocular hypertension, but drops are easily discontinued, whereas injected intraocular steroids are not. Currently there is a paucity of literature addressing transzonular triamcinolone (the steroid component in TriMoxi) and its associated ocular hypertension risk. Furthermore, the use of triamcinolone leaves patients with obscured vision and floaters for the first week or more. Patient complaints of foggy vision postoperatively have led some cataract surgeons to discontinue the product. Many randomized trials show that topical nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) are superior to topical steroids in reducing post-operative macular swelling after cataract surgery. Thus, regardless of the intraocular steroid and antibiotic used, it is likely that a topical NSAID will need to be prescribed.\r\n\r\nTechnical and mechanical issues must be considered in addition to issues of bacterial resistance, compounding risks, steroid-induced elevated eye pressure, and post-operative foggy vision. In patients with lens zonular weakness (pseudoexfoliation), intraocular lens (IOL) decentration or dislocation may occur. The impact of this technique for premium IOL decentration could create significant visual disturbance. Since most patients using blood thinners do not discontinue this medication, there could be intraocular hemorrhage from inadvertent cannula contact with the iris ciliary muscle. Finally, very short eyes may not have the space to accommodate the injected volume of these antibiotic and steroid preparations.\r\n\r\nToday’s cataract surgery is safer for the patient and shorter in duration than in decades past. Improvements in technology, techniques, and training have led to improved outcomes for our patients. Although the concept of dropless cataract surgery is clearly attractive, cataract surgeons should consider the serious issue of bacterial resistance and the unnecessary risk of the transzonular delivery of TriMoxi(+/-) Vanc. In an era of increasing cost-benefit analysis where physicians will be judged on outcomes and the allocation of limited healthcare resources, the value of dropless cataract surgery remains uncertain, risky and currently not the standard of care.', 'Dropless Cataract Surgery: What are the potential risks?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dropless-cataract-surgery-what-are-the-potential-risks', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:01:29', '2016-03-03 17:01:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27625', 0, 'post', '', 1),
(27626, 4, '2016-03-03 12:01:53', '2016-03-03 17:01:53', '<h3>By Brittney Hiller</h3>\r\nSleep walking through life, like a Zombie straight out of “The Walking Dead”, you know them you’ve seen them, the people who go about their business everyday doing the same thing and not thinking twice about it. That was me at twenty-five, until I was smacked in the face by reality.\r\n\r\nYou see, my ‘sleep walking’ was unhealthy, it looked more like a college freshman who was raised by a pastor and had never seen the light of day, but yet was free for the first time. It was early morning work hours to late night wine and cheese parties that often ended with a jug of wine emptied. This was my ‘real life’.\r\n\r\nMy turning point was when an incident occurred to me that literally caused me to have to WAKE UP, wake up from the sleep walking, wake up from the ‘routine’ that I created, wake up to the truth that my life was unhealthy.\r\n\r\nAfter this incident I completely detached from my body mentally because I wanted to pretend that I didn’t actually have a pregnancy caused by a date gone wrong. Seven months in I was hit with my ah-ha moment, something is going to happen whether I liked it or not. I quickly turned to my sister for help and I knew adoption was my answer. I am forever grateful to my sister as she helped to catapult me into a cycle of coming clean.\r\n\r\nNot a single person knew of my plight for seven months, not even my fresh, new, brightly lit smiling, boyfriend. He would ask often and I neglected to tell him the truth each time, coyly referring to my growing belly as a beer gut.\r\n\r\nI wanted to continue to see him, but I didn’t want him to feel sorry for me and feel he ‘had’ to stay with me because I was ‘the pregnant girl’, regardless of my reason for not being honest, in my mind and body I felt, “I am not pregnant, this will pass.” However, he knew, he knew from the beginning and yet, I continued to lie, until I simply could not lie anymore.\r\n\r\nFast forward to the moment I came clean and let my belly fly free, no longer holding it in or pretending. My mother became concerned and I finally let the tears flow and the truth to soar. A whirlwind of positive experiences occurred after I told my story. Friends, family, and strangers even began to assist in the ease of this transition. What about my bright, smiling boyfriend? He was next to my side, holding my hand during my chosen caesarean delivery, as to ease the adoption process. To this day he holds my hand, shows me what actual strength and true courage is, and helps guide my big dreams. I am truly honored to be his wife.\r\n\r\nThrough this life event I could have been bogged down with turmoil and emotion, beating myself up and believing I was undeserving of love, yet instead I saw the power in gifting a child, unassuming to my situation, to a loving family.\r\n\r\nI began to lead life with an open heart. It was as if I awoke from a dream, I awoke from my robotic way of life. I was finally able to see me, with a little help from my friends.\r\n\r\nI began to share my secret power, my story. With those that I shared with they began to share their story, too. Stories all around were being shared because I opened up the floor; lives were being shifted because they saw another option to what ever they may have been troubled by. You see, whatever your story, whatever your pain, you can be the light for others through your sharing. When we hold our stories in, it creates heaviness, when we let it out we become lighter in all ways and we shine.', 'The secret power that lives inside of us', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-secret-power-that-lives-inside-of-us', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:01:53', '2016-03-03 17:01:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27626', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27629, 4, '2016-03-03 12:08:27', '2016-03-03 17:08:27', '[caption id=\"attachment_27633\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"208\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27633\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/DSC0006-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"Patrick Mitchell, left, and Chip Dinkins pour sauce over their chicken wings before taking them to be judged during the annual Bands Brews and BBQ on Friday.\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" /> Patrick Mitchell, left, and Chip Dinkins pour sauce over their chicken wings before taking them to be judged during the annual Bands Brews and BBQ on Friday.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above: Sarah McMullen, left, and Joe Dubois of Hilton Head uncover a pan of smokey, BBQ wings for patrons to sample.</em>\r\n\r\nParis Avenue in Port Royal was home to the annual Bands, Brews and BBQ Festival last weekend which saw the town awash in gooey, sticky, spicy, yummy barbeque sauces, rubs and marinades that were being smothered on all kinds of meats and subsequently slow cooked, roasted, slathered, pulled, poked and otherwise made delicious by dozens of professional barbequers who lined both sides of the street.\r\n\r\nAll this makes for a great fundraiser for Friends of Caroline Hospice. Friday night saw the “Wing Throw-down” where our own editor, Molly Ingram, got to chime in on the relative wonderfulness of about 10 entries. Last seen, she was still licking her lips in pure enjoyment!\r\n\r\nSaturday brought beautiful day weather wise and loads of hungry families to the Avenue to enjoy a day of great food, games, and sensational live music. Yes, this is why we all live in Beaufort!\r\n\r\nFrom the 26 teams that competed, here are the ones who took home a prize:\r\n\r\n<b>Wings</b>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">1st Place: Backwoods BBQ</p>\r\n\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27635\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"419\"]<img class=\" wp-image-27635\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/DSC0025-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"The Cluster Shucks from Beaufort was but one band during the annual Bands Brews and BBQ last weekend. From left are Worth Liipfert, Ben Coppage and Jason Ward.\" width=\"419\" height=\"278\" /> The Cluster Shucks from Beaufort was but one band during the annual Bands Brews and BBQ last weekend. From left are Worth Liipfert, Ben Coppage and Jason Ward.[/caption]\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">2nd Place: Carolina Squires\r\n3rd Place: Q\' On Bay\r\nPeople\'s Choice: All Smoked Up</p>\r\n<b>Ribs</b>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">1st Place: Bobo\'s Que\r\n2nd Place: Southern Smoke\r\n3rd Place: Smoke Central BBQ</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">4th Place: Pair O’ Dice Pork\r\n5th Place: Smoke -n- Hope</p>\r\n<b>Boston Butts</b>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">1st Place: Blowin\' Smoke\r\n2nd Place Backwoods BBQ\r\n3rd Place: Smoke Central BBQ\r\n4th Place: Ultimate Tailgaters BBQ\r\n5th Place: \'Slowcountry Q</p>\r\n<em>Photos by Bob Sofaly.</em>', 'Bands, Brews and BBQ Festival raises money for Friends of Caroline Hospice', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bands-brews-and-bbq-festival-raises-money-for-friends-of-caroline-hospice', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:38:38', '2016-03-03 17:38:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27629', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27630, 4, '2016-03-03 12:04:03', '2016-03-03 17:04:03', '<em>Photo above: BA Headmaster, Stephen Schools, looks to the future.</em>\r\n<h3>By Molly Ingram</h3>\r\nWhen you meet Stephen Schools, Headmaster of Beaufort Academy, you realize right away that he is a man with a vision. He has worked this past two years with the Board of Trustees and the parents groups to re-focus the 5 Year Strategic Plan towards big changes.\r\n\r\nUnlike many strategic plans, BA’s has yearly benchmarks and evaluations. This allows you to know where you are relative to your ultimate goals at any point in time. And those goals are lofty at BA. Their biggest goal is to move from a student body of approximately 245 students to a much larger body of 300-325 students. That means more teachers and better and bigger facilities, all being accounted for in a new capital campaign about to be announced.\r\n\r\nStephen brings an interesting history to the job of headmaster at BA. He began his career as a math teacher at Porter-Gaud in Charleston. He loves math and technology related topics. He is currently keeping his hand in by teaching 9th grade computer coding.\r\n\r\nThe classroom experience brings an insightful twist to the various administrative jobs Stephen has held since Porter-Gaud. Education, morals, and character development are the platform on which everything they do at BA is situated. “Our students are known by most of the teachers and administrators, cared for, and are safe to be themselves. Plus, 100% of our graduating seniors are admitted into 4-year colleges.”\r\n\r\nThe “safe to be themselves” concept is new to this generation of current students. Safety in school has become both a physical issue with the number of school shootings that have taken place recently, but also a personal issue. “If a child doesn’t feel safe, it becomes very hard for them to learn.” Safety has also become a big issue with parents. “Parents want a strong environment for their child that is both enriching and welcoming and above all safe.”\r\n\r\nStephen’s two children, Caroline (9) and Sam (8) who both attend BA were quick to point out the difference in acceptance when they moved here two years ago from Baltimore. Both children agreed that Beaufort Academy was much more welcoming than other schools they had attended. Students and teachers were “friendlier” and “easier to get along with here than where we were before.”\r\n\r\nSo how do you raise your student population by about 30% over the next couple of years? According to Stephen, it is not an easy task. “It’s certainly going to be a challenge. BA is open to every student in Beaufort County regardless of their income or socio-economic status. We have a very generous and healthy financial aid program and we are more than happy to give it out to students who want to learn and who are willing to work hard. BA is for those students that want to experience the range of extracurricular activities we offer and to those who will benefit from the individual attention they can and will get from teachers.” He continues,”We need parents and students to visit the school, see what we do in person and how we do it. They should talk to current students and teachers. If the child is right for BA, then somehow we will make everything else work out.”\r\n\r\nStephen is up for the challenge of these next couple of years. The capital campaign will add funds to expand the gym, add classrooms, upgrade the dining facilities and re-do the gym. That will hopefully convince parents of students not currently enrolled in BA to go see what all the excitement is about. Those parents with student athletes will find a successful competitive atmosphere where their child will be able to play varsity sports while learning about fine arts, history, English, technological topics and much, much more.\r\n\r\nThen there is the BA’s boys’ soccer team who will be trying to make it a three-peat this year if they can win the state championships for a third consecutive time. Whether they win or lose this year, you will find a team that is totally dedicated to their sport and to their studies and most importantly, to their school.\r\n\r\nI believe BA is positioned in the right spot to achieve their 5-year plan. If you have students that need a nurturing environment to excel or smaller classrooms where they can ask questions without fear of repercussions or bullying, then Beaufort Academy is a school to consider. Take the time to schedule a visit. If nothing else you will meet some of the great team that makes BA unique in the Beaufort education market. Their mascot is an eagle, similar to Beaufort High School, but that is where the similarities end. These eagles are in a class by themselves.', 'Meet Beaufort Academy’s in-house dynamo', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'meet-beaufort-academys-in-house-dynamo', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:38:19', '2016-03-03 17:38:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27630', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27640, 4, '2016-03-03 12:24:49', '2016-03-03 17:24:49', 'The 61st annual Beaufort Water Festival is proud to announce national recording artists LOCASH and Canaan Smith as the musical performers for this year’s Concert in the Park. Chris Canaday, Commodore of this year’s festival, announced the concert lineup on Monday, Feb. 29. The annual concert is slated for Saturday, July 16 at 8 p.m. Tickets are now available at www.bftwaterfestival.com.\r\n\r\nLOCASH, best known for their hit single, “I Love This Life,” have written numerous chart-topping hits for artists such as Keith Urban and Tim McGraw. The duo is made up of Preston Brust and Chris Lucas and their hit singles along with sold-out concerts have made them a popular addition to the country music scene.\r\n\r\nCanaan Smith has toured extensively with some of Nashville’s biggest names, including Darius Rucker, Dierks Bentley and Florida Georgia Line. His hit song, “Love You Like That,” reached number one on the radio charts during the summer of 2015 and his ability to tell stories through his songwriting has caught the attention of artists such as Love &amp; Theft, Cole Swindell and Jason Aldean.\r\n\r\n“As the Commodore of the 61st annual Beaufort Water Festival, I am excited to announce our Concert in the Park acts for this year,” said Chris Canaday. “It gives me great pleasure to say that Nashville recording artists LOCASH and Canaan Smith will be our headlining artists. I’m a big fan of their hit singles that are climbing the country charts and am looking forward to welcoming them to Beaufort, SC this summer.”\r\n\r\nFor additional information on this show, online ticket sales and more on the 61st annual Beaufort Water Festival, please visit www.bftwaterfestival.com.', 'Beaufort Water Festival announces 2016 headliners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-water-festival-announces-2016-headliners', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:24:19', '2016-03-03 17:24:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27640', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27646, 4, '2016-03-03 12:12:16', '2016-03-03 17:12:16', 'Recently, Sheriff\'s Office investigators were able to impact 36 local area high school students enrolled in this year’s Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce Junior Leadership Program. Throughout the day the students, comprised juniors from six different Southern Beaufort County private and public high schools, were taught about public safety, local government, the legal system, responsibility and civic/social activism by speakers from the public and private sectors.\r\n\r\nSergeant John Adams and Corporal Seth Reynells, both assigned to the Sheriff’s Office Southern Criminal Investigations Section, gave a course of instruction on forensic science and crime scene investigation. The course of instruction was followed by a practical exercise on how to develop and collect latent fingerprints and a question/answer session covering various law enforcement topics.', 'Sheriff\'s Office teaches crime scene investigation class to HHI/Bluffton students', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sheriffs-office-teaches-crime-scene-investigation-class-to-hhibluffton-students', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:12:16', '2016-03-03 17:12:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27646', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27648, 4, '2016-03-03 12:16:12', '2016-03-03 17:16:12', '[caption id=\"attachment_27652\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"wp-image-27652 size-medium\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/COMMUNITY-ST-ELENA-TRIP-TO-DC-CAPTION-COMING-e1457025331143-300x218.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Michael Francis, Dr. Andy Beall, &amp; Dr. David Moore\" width=\"300\" height=\"218\" /> Dr. Michael Francis, Dr. Andy Beall, &amp; Dr. David Moore[/caption]\r\n\r\nLeaders of the Santa Elena Foundation traveled to Washington DC recently as guests of both the Spanish Embassy and World Bank to share the 16th century story of Spanish colonization. Joining the Santa Elena team are Dr. Michael Francis from University of North Florida in St. Augustine, Florida and Dr. David Moore from the Exploring Joara Foundation in Morganton, NC.\r\n\r\n“What an honor to travel to our nation’s capital and be sponsored by the Spanish Embassy and World Bank. This is a great achievement for our team and helps further the mission to promote and preserve the story of Santa Elena,” says Dr. Andy Beall, Executive Director of the Santa Elena Foundation. “Additionally, sharing this opportunity with colleagues from Florida and North Carolina brightens the spotlight on the significance of this regional story of our heritage.”\r\n\r\nAt the World Bank on Friday, February 26, the group presented an overview of the Santa Elena, Joara, and St. Augustine stories. Then the focus transitioned to the “Heritage Tourism” research that brings further community benefit to an educational and cultural gem.\r\n\r\nOn Saturday, February 27 the group participated in “Designing America: Spain’s Imprint in the U.S.,” an exhibition organized by the Fundacion Consejo Espana-Estados Unidos in partnership with the Biblioteca Nacional de Espana (National Library of Spain). This will be an opportunity present the facts from research and archaeology that tell the complex story of Spanish colonization in the 16th century.\r\n\r\n“This is a unique opportunity to merge our local efforts together and present a cohesive story,” says Dr. David Moore, Archaeologist for Exploring Joara Foundation. “There are great benefits educationally, culturally, and economically for the general public to have a better understanding of the historical events at Santa Elena, Joara, and St. Augustine.”\r\n\r\nAll of the organizations are focused on working collaboratively to bring attention to a significant chapter of American History. Many facts continue to emerge through present-day research and archaeology as each organization furthers its mission.', 'Santa Elena Foundation visits DC to promote local history', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'santa-elena-foundation-visits-dc-to-promote-local-history', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:16:12', '2016-03-03 17:16:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27648', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27649, 4, '2016-03-03 12:15:28', '2016-03-03 17:15:28', '<em>Photo above: Leadership student Michael Oleszczuk discusses the seafood industry with Craig Reaves, owner of Sea Eagle Market.</em>\r\n\r\nWeek 6 and 7 of the Beaufort County Senior Leadership class began in Council Chambers of Port Royal offices to learn about Economic Development in Beaufort County. Geoff Grout started off with a brief summary of the first day’s topics and speakers.\r\n\r\nVan Willis, Port Royal Town Manager, provided a brief overview of Port Royal and some of the challenges facing the town. The subject of the sale and subsequent development of the 317 acre port property quickly rose to the top. To many, it was shocking to hear that the company that was hired to complete the appraisal of the property by the Port Authority had never visited the property or reviewed the PUD (Property Use Document) that determines the amount of open space that must be set aside for parks and not developed. Many are looking forward to the changing face of Port Royal now that it appears that the property can be sold, meaning Port Royal can collect taxes to help support the services instead of the property being a drain on the Town.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27651\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27651\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/COMMUNITY-SENIOR-LEADERSHIP-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Stephen Murray speaks to Senior Leadership student Michael Buckingham about the challenges of running a business in Beaufort County.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /> Stephen Murray speaks to Senior Leadership student Michael Buckingham about the challenges of running a business in Beaufort County.[/caption]\r\n\r\nBill Prokrop, Town Manager for the City of Beaufort explained the strong working relationship that exists Beaufort and Port Royal. Beaufort is seeing an increase in businesses with 7 new restaurants and 3 new hotels being added in the near future. He stressed the importance of adequate infrastructure if new businesses are to be added to the area and the challenges for creating economic development, while making sure the environment is protected and not changing who we are. The class was interested in the Boundary Street Project, which Bill said was actually started 11 years ago. Bill also spoke of the Beaufort Commerce Park and the possibility of putting in a solar park to produce electricity. The effort to improve the Northwest Quadrant of Beaufort was also a topic of interest, as city officials try to improve neighborhoods, schools and opportunities for children.\r\n\r\nDon Kirkman, Executive Director of the Hilton Head Development Corporation, briefed the class on the evolution of the economy in Hilton Head that has moved from mostly agriculture and fishing to real estate development to where it is today. He spoke of a visioning initiative underway to address the needs to provide services and good jobs for the residents of Hilton Head, which is the 9th largest municipality in South Carolina with a permanent population of over 40,000.\r\n\r\nShawn Leininger, Executive Director for the Bluffton Public Development Corporation and Assistant Town Manager spoke on their successful efforts to attract new businesses, such as eviCore Healthcare and National Healthcare. Shawn discussed their interest in the aerospace industry since Bluffton is in the southeast aerospace corridor like Boeing in Charleston and Gulfstream in Savannah. Education is critical and he briefly mentioned the Don Ryan Center, which was established in 2012 to help entrepreneurs with a new business idea learn the business skills needed to turn the new idea into a successful business. David Nelems will be talking to the class about the Don Ryan Center next week.\r\n\r\nAfter lunch at Moon Doggies in Port Royal, Stuart Rodman, County Councilman for District 11 spoke on the challenges for economic development in the County. Since the dissolution of the Low Country Alliance, Beaufort County is at a disadvantage standing alone when trying to get new business through the State Commerce Department, as leads are funneled to the Alliances. The County Council held a retreat with the 4 Mayors to determine the goals for evolving the economy. He spoke of the efforts to promote “Heritage Tourism” which given the amount of significant history in Beaufort County could be a boon to the economy by promoting tours of historic sites.\r\n\r\nTony Criscitiello, Planning Director for Beaufort County, enlightened the class with information on the Beaufort County Comprehensive Plan which is referenced for zoning changes in the area in Beaufort County that is not within one of the 4 municipalities. From 1990 to 2000, Beaufort was the fastest growing county in South Carolina. He spoke on efforts to strengthen the economy while still preserving the environment. Examples of efforts included an oyster farm, which is a source for good paying jobs, while improving the water quality as each oyster can filter up to 50,000 gallons of water a day! Another example was Fort Fremont, which when acquired by the County was mostly a ruin. Through a joint effort with private investment by the Friends of Fremont, the condition of the fort has improved and will have an interpretive center, pavilion and docents performing tours of the fort.\r\n\r\nWendy Zara from the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission stressed the importance of affordable housing for the workforce in Beaufort County. Affordable housing is a big issue as there is a shortage of homes and apartments that people joining the workforce as teachers, police, fire, and service industries can afford. The starting salary for a teacher or police officer is about $32,000 annually. In order to attract companies and the workforce and education that would support those companies, we must have acceptable places for people to live. One of the problems in Beaufort County is substandard housing which will not attract and keep a vibrant workforce.\r\n\r\nStephen Murray, a successful entrepreneur, owner of the Kazoo Factory and Councilman for the City of Beaufort spoke to the challenges of running a business in Beaufort County. His business employs people from Beaufort County to make a product that is shipped to over 26 countries! He started his business in another state, but as a 3rd generation Beaufortonian, he moved his business back to the city in 2009. After addressing some of the challenges for a small business owner, Stephen chose to address some of the issues facing Beaufort by running for City Council. He recently participated in meetings with leaders from all 4 municipalities to outline the top 6 recommendations for developing the economy by attracting the types of business that are a good fit for the area. This was presented to Beaufort County Council and he and the other leaders will continue to work with the County Council to resolve the issues. This was a very positive ending to a great day discussing Economic Development in Beaufort County.\r\n\r\nSenior Leadership Group headed last week to Section 2 of their reports about Lowcountry economic development. The day’s speakers were started by Rob Wells, VP for the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce, who spoke to the class on Beaufort County Tourism, which generates about one billion dollars in revenue for the County. It provides an average of $700 in annual savings to the residents. Hilton Head has about 2.4 million overnight visitors each year and northern Beaufort County has about 550,000. Beaufort is ranked #3 in the Carolina Living Magazine top 20 most preferred South Carolina destinations. Charleston is #1. There are 15 Diamond Rated hotels in SC and two of those are in Beaufort. Room demand is up 9% since 2012, but supply is flat. 50% of the visitors to Beaufort attend a military graduation. Millennials want an authentic experience and most visitors are expecting an historic or cultural experience.\r\n\r\nJohn Dickerson from the Regional Chamber of Commerce started with the growth of residents in Beaufort County going from 86,000 in 1990 to 175,000 in 2014. The top three types of businesses employing the workforce are:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">1. Accommodation and Food Service\r\n2. Retail\r\n3. Healthcare</p>\r\nThe economic impact of the military is $1.6 billion. There are also 1100 non-profits and 501Cs in Beaufort County with combined assets of $579 million and annual income of $267 million. John spoke on the work being done by a committee chaired by Blakely Williams that includes the city managers from the four municipalities in Beaufort County. There goals are to make adjustment to encourage primary business to come here. At the top of the list is an easy way to get a business license. The chamber is working with the state to get Beaufort County resources listed in the state database that is made available to businesses looking to relocate to South Carolina. Previously, two large buildings, the 86,000 sq. ft. Parker building (company relocated to Texas) and the 40,000 sq. ft. Minister Machine building (company was purchased by the Japanese and production moved overseas), were not even listed on the state database.\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce has 641 member companies and is a co-sponsor of the Beaufort Senior Leadership program.\r\n\r\nThe class then relocated to a room in the Beaufort Library to hear David Nelems talk on the success of the Don Ryan center, which is an incubator for small businesses. The Don Ryan Center is a 501C that is named in honor of its founder Don Ryan, who was the president of eviCore. Small companies that have been through an incubator program are 80% more likely to be around in 5 years. The Don Ryan Center has partnerships with SCAD, USCB and TCL to provide the training and education needed to help the new business owners succeed in their endeavor. They currently work with 8 to 10 businesses at a time and are currently in a small part of the eviCore building. Over the next 12 months, five companies will graduate from the program and five new companies will be enrolled. In 2017, they will be expanding to a much larger space in the same office park. David then introduced Louise Hodges, owner of Green Bug that was one of the 1st businesses in the Don Ryan incubator.\r\n\r\nGreen Bug is located on Lady’s Island and creates an organic environmentally safe pest control product. It is manufactured in Beaufort County, but sold either online or in stores. All of the ingredients in Green Bug are non-toxic. They also sell a Green Bug system that integrates with your irrigation system to build a barrier to ward off pests. The system is installed in over 130 locations across Beaufort County, including City Park in Old Town Bluffton, Distant Island and Palmetto Bluffs. Louise said in addition to the Don Ryan Center, she received a great deal of support from the Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce, Small Business Administration and SCORE.\r\n\r\nNext up was Paul Fuetterer of SCORE to talk about his experiences mentoring small businesses in Beaufort County. Paul shared the challenges facing small businesses and his interaction with the four distinct Chamber of Commerce groups in Beaufort County. He mirrored the need to centralize the business license process, as currently each municipality has their own process for obtaining a business license and the County has another. A goal would be for businesses that want to conduct business across the county, not to have to get a business license in each municipality in addition to the county. SCORE is available to help mentor small businesses. They have people with a background in marketing, human resources and accounting. He told the group to contact him if they are interested in volunteering to work\r\nwith SCORE.\r\n\r\nThe class then broke into groups to begin the walking tour of downtown Beaufort with the 1st stop at Lowcountry Produce. Campbell gave the class a brief history of Lowcountry Produce which started with a farmers market stand in the northwest part of Beaufort County over 15 years ago. Four years ago they added a market in the building close to the Beaufort Library and while initially planned as a market where people would purchase fresh and canned produce at the county, people wanted to sit down and be served breakfast and lunch, so the owners and staff quickly met the demand. The building, which they recently purchased has a lot of history like many in the downtown area and was at one time the city hall. The staff at Lowcountry provided the group with some homegrown local specialties from their market.\r\n\r\nThe class then continued on passing the Palm &amp; Moon bagel company where the coffee, bagels and cream cheese had been purchased for both of the Economic Development days. They continued to Q on Bay, where owner, Jason Bailey provided a history of the building, while his staff delivered the pork or chicken barbecue and collard greens that had been ordered for lunch.\r\n\r\nCraig Reeves, owner of Sea Eagle Seafood Market was scheduled to provide a ride aboard one of the shrimp boats, but although the rain had subsided, it was too windy to ensure safe conduct for all of the students in the class and was consequently cancelled. Since everyone was familiar with Sea Eagle, they were very interested as he talked about their plans to expand to another location on St Helena in addition to their main location on Boundary Street (in the construction zone) and their other location on Ribaut Road next to Alvin Ords. With Beaufort’s Boundary Street project underway, there have been talks with the City to purchase the Sea Eagle property at some point in the future after an appraisal is completed. Craig said that if the City purchases the property, he will move it to another location on Boundary Street and has a site in mind. He also described their efforts to plant and harvest oysters and clams in addition to their efforts on wild harvesting. Community Support Fishery is now in its second year and is very successful. Several people said they were members participating in Sea Eagle’s program and were pleased with it. Craig said anyone wanting more information about Sea Eagle can either stop in, call or “like” them on Facebook.\r\n\r\n<em>Photos by Steve Brown.</em>', 'Beaufort County Senior Leadership learns about economic development', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-county-senior-leadership-learns-about-economic-development', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:18:05', '2016-03-03 17:18:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27649', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27656, 4, '2016-03-03 12:21:23', '2016-03-03 17:21:23', '[caption id=\"attachment_27662\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27662\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/DSC0031-300x217.jpg\" alt=\"Beaufort High School students are all smiles as they mug for the camera during the third annual Stop Hunger Now.\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\" /> Beaufort High School students are all smiles as they mug for the camera during the third annual Stop Hunger Now.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<em>Photo above: Nearly a hundred students volunteered their time for the third annual Stop Hunger Now meal packing program last week at Beaufort High School.</em>\r\n<h3>By Bob Sofaly</h3>\r\nNearly 100 Beaufort High School students converged on the \"small gym\" to measure dehydrated food and put it into plastic bags, seal and pack these meals into boxes last week for the third annual “Stop Hunger Now” meal packing program.\r\n\r\nWith protective hair nets on, the students worked hard to correctly measure the dehydrated soy protein, rice and mixed vegetables and pack the meals into boxes destined help feed those that need it most around the world.\r\n\r\n\"Each box contains 216 pre-measured meals which makes each box weigh about 33 pounds,\" according to Valerie Carpenter, assistant program manager. She said the boxes are shipped to a central location for distribution all over the world. Carpenter said in the three years they have been participating in this program, BHS students have packed and shipped 10,152 meals. There are some very appreciative people out there enjoying a balanced meal for a change.\r\n\r\n[gallery size=\"medium\" ids=\"27660,27661,27658\"]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'BHS works to feed the hungry around the world', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bhs-works-to-feed-the-hungry-around-the-world', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:21:23', '2016-03-03 17:21:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27656', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27659, 4, '2016-03-03 12:19:35', '2016-03-03 17:19:35', 'The Women\'s Leadership Council of the United Way of the Lowcountry is having the great event called “Power of the Purse”. It will be Thursday, March 10th at 6 p.m. at Soiree in downtown Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe organization will also be announcing who will receive the “Woman of the Year” Award. One hundred percent of the money raised goes into the \"Breaking the Barriers to Education Fund\" that helps school-aged children and their families. It exists to fill needs not currently covered by other agencies.\r\n\r\nJoin us for a fun night of cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, live music, silent and live auctions and much more!\r\n\r\nImagine somewhere; walking down a hallway of a local school is a student in need of help that goes beyond what might be available. We know this because we’ve had that student, or their parents, coming to us when they have exhausted all avenues of traditional resources available to them. Think about the impact a toothache can have on a child. They need the tooth extracted before his pain increases and his grades slip further. Or think of a mother who cannot afford the new tire that will help her get her children to school safely every day. These are just examples of how the United Way of the Lowcountry is able to step in – money for the dental procedure and paying for the tire come directly from our Helpline fund making it possible for some to overcome the financial barriers to making sure their children get a solid education.\r\n\r\nTickets for this event are $65 and are limited in number. For further information, please call 843-982-3040 or go to the website at www.uwlowcountry.org.', 'Women\'s Leadership Council of the United Way of the Lowcountry to host \"Power of the Purse\"', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'womens-leadership-council-of-the-united-way-of-the-lowcountry-to-host-power-of-the-purse', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:19:35', '2016-03-03 17:19:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27659', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27666, 4, '2016-03-03 12:22:18', '2016-03-03 17:22:18', 'The Beaufort Charities is a non-profit organization which hosts multiple events in Beaufort County on an annual basis. They are governed by a seven member board of directors, have 25+ volunteer staff members, and 100+ service and event volunteers. Beaufort Charities is in its 41st year and to date has raised over $1,100,000 which has been distributed to over a dozen local need organizations in Beaufort County.\r\n\r\n100% of the donations go to the bottom line and the recipient organizations. Below is the 2016 schedule of events.\r\n\r\n<b>Saturday, March 5th:</b> The 11th Annual Oyster Roast 5K Race &amp; Microbrew Festival is the first in their series of spring events. It will be held at the Live Oak Park in Port Royal. They expect between 1,500-2,000 attendees for the event and hope to generate $30,000+ in net proceeds for local need organizations. Come on by and enjoy Hot Oysters, Brews, and all the other sundries.\r\n\r\n<b>Saturday, April 9th:</b> The Inaugural Clubs for Kids event will be hosted at The Sanctuary Golf Club on Cat Island between 8-11 a.m. The Title Sponsor for this event is McDonalds and they will be offering a complimentary McDonalds breakfast, a golf pro exhibition, hands on practice, and a FREE set of golf clubs to the first 75 kids between the ages of 5-12 who sign up with a parent or guardian. Please find details on their website at www.Beaufortcharities.org\r\n\r\n<b>Friday and Saturday, May 12-14th: </b>The 41st Annual Golf Tournament is the oldest of its kind in the state of South Carolina and the 2nd oldest in the country. It is the premiere golf event in Northern Beaufort County and is enjoyed by golfers and non-golfers alike.\r\n\r\nThe golf field is limited to 200 invited guests and we host 1,000+ for the Friday night Street Dance. It is a one of a kind event and we know there will be a big gathering at the Daiquiris Hole during the day or join the group at the Street Dance on Friday, May 13th from 9-12 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person and may be purchased on their website.', '11th Annual Oyster Roast set for this Saturday', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '11th-annual-oyster-roast-set-for-this-saturday', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:22:18', '2016-03-03 17:22:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27666', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27667, 4, '2016-03-03 12:24:56', '2016-03-03 17:24:56', '<em>Photo above: Tramone Jenkins, Coach Wynn, and Will Spann with their medals and brackets.</em>\r\n\r\nBeaufort High School has two Eagles who captured GOLD from this past weekend’s Wrestling Individual State Finals Tournament in Anderson, SC. Tramone Jenkins at 113 lbs. and Will Spann at 126 lbs. are 2016 State Champions. Tramone was also named State 3A Wrestler of the Year.\r\n\r\nAt 120 lbs. Tramon Jenkins finished Runner-Up in the state finals. Congratulations to these three outstanding athletes and to the others who managed to qualify for States and compete just as hard: Luis Pantoja, Justin Campbell, Diontre’ Delaney, Jeffrey Smyth, and Connor Gruel.\r\n\r\nIn addition please congratulate, again, Wrestling Coaches Travis Wynn and Bill Damude for another great coaching job this year.\r\n\r\nSome other outstanding highlights and results from this past week at Beaufort High School include:\r\n\r\nVarsity Baseball – The Eagles made it to the Championship game Monday evening (2/29) in the Woodland Baseball Tournament.\r\n\r\nVarsity Softball – Captured First Place in the Gold Division in the Summerville Battle on the Bases Tournament with wins over Colleton County, Carolina Forest, Timberland, and Stratford. Bricen Riley was named to the All-Tournament team. Hitting leaders were Riley, Savannah Mullins, Krislynn Coolong, Lillian Sumner, and Caroline O’Hara. Pitching leaders were Mary Claire Sumner and Emily Cook.', 'BHS STATE CHAMPS!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bhs-state-champs', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:24:56', '2016-03-03 17:24:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27667', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27670, 4, '2016-03-03 12:32:54', '2016-03-03 17:32:54', '<em>Photo above from left: Vincent Atkin, Coach Michael W. Rentz, Garrett Jones, Sean Kongkiat, and Kevin T. Mingle.</em>\r\n<h2>Lady\'s Island Middle School fields robotics team to challenge high-schoolers</h2>\r\n<h3>By Molly Ingram</h3>\r\nMeet Team Cougar 6318C from Lady’s Island Middle School. Team Cougar 6318C is made up of four young men and their coach who are determined to challenge “the big guys” for a spot in the national championships in Louisville this coming April. And the challenge is a doozy. It is a robot playing a game called “Nothing but Net.” You guessed it. Robots playing basketball – kind of.\r\n\r\nThe competition is hosted by The VEX Robotics Competition, and is considered the ultimate STEM activity for middle school and high school students (ages 11-18). STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math – an education focus that has become important as the US lags behind other countries in these four critical areas.\r\n\r\n<img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-27675\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/COVER-ROBOTICS-COMPETING-ON-FIELD-1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"COVER ROBOTICS COMPETING ON FIELD 1\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" />Each year, an engineering challenge is presented by VEX in the form of a game. Students, with guidance from their teachers and mentors, use the VEX Robotics Design System to build innovative robots designed to score the most points possible in qualification matches, elimination matches and skills challenges. In addition to having a great time and building amazing robots, through their participation in the VEX Robotics Competition and their work within their team, students learn many academic and life skills.\r\n\r\nThe VEX Robotics Competition game for the 2015-2016 school year is called “Nothing but Net”, and was revealed at the 2015 VEX Robotics Competition World Championship.\r\n\r\nThere are several types of matches that the teams compete in; each designed to demonstrate a different skill from the team members. They are:\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Standard Matches: Two teams create an “alliance” and then compete against another alliance.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Robot Skills Challenge: One robot &amp; driver playing alone against the clock.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Programming Skills Challenge: One robot using sensors to run autonomously.</p>\r\n<p style=\"padding-left: 30px;\">• Online Challenges: Unique contests using CAD, animation, essays, and more</p>\r\nKevin T. Mingle is a member of Team Cougar 6318C explains, “Everyone on the team has a different role to play. As for myself, I was the programmer and also the driver at one of our recent competitions. My other team mates, Sean Kongkiat, Vincent Atkin and Garrett Jones, their jobs were to design the Robot for the competition, and our team came in 2nd place against a ton of high school teams. We were pretty happy about that.”\r\n\r\nTeam Cougar then competed against the next round of competitors at the Dutch Fork Middle School in Irmo, SC. This gave the team a unique opportunity to compete against only middle school teams. Kevin reports, “There are 5 state qualifying spots up for grabs in that tournament. We’re going to give it our best!”\r\n\r\nHard as they tried, they didn\'t win the last event at Dutch Fork Middle School. But plans are underway for competing again next year.\r\n\r\nMichael W. Rentz is the coach of the Cougars. In his spare time he is a PLTW Gateway Master Teacher (a teaching system that provides engineering, biomedical, and computer science curriculum for middle school students that challenges, inspires, and offers schools variety and flexibility), Athletic Director, Head Football Coach, Head Baseball Coach, and finally the Robotic Coach at Lady’s Island Middle School. Kevin says, “Mr. Rentz is a great coach and each time we compete, we get better. Thanks coach!”\r\n\r\nBut Kevin’s mother, Kinda McEachern, sums up what all of us “old folks” wish for these kids as they go through life. Kinda hopes that Kevin and his teammates “never stop persevering in achieving their engineering dreams. If you four can think it, you can build it!\" My sentiments exactly.', 'Nothing but net', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'nothing-but-net', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:32:54', '2016-03-03 17:32:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27670', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27673, 4, '2016-03-03 12:33:00', '2016-03-03 17:33:00', '<em>Photo above from left: Rotarian Blake McDonald, Vocational Chair presented the award to Asgiki Lewis and her Principal Donald Gruel at Mossy Oaks Elementary School; Blake presented the next award to Andrew Diamond and his Principal Auman Kates from Lady’s Island Middle School; Blake presented Seth Konoza his award, along with Beaufort High Assistant Principal, Dan Toomae.</em>\r\n<h2>Rotary Club announces New Teacher of the Year</h2>\r\nThe Rotary Club of the Lowcountry in Beaufort recently recognized the winners of the New Teacher of the Year and presented them each with a framed certificate and check. We are so proud of our teachers and their contributions and dedication to our students. Thanks to each of you and congratulations!!\r\n<h2>Beaufort History Museum elects four to Board of Directors</h2>\r\nAt the annual meeting of the Beaufort History Museum, four members were elected to the Board of Directors: Andrea Allen, Steve Guida, Stuart Heath and Larry Koolkin. Guida, Heath and Koolkin were previously appointed to the BHM Board to fill vacant Board positions with unexpired terms. Andrea Allen, who is a Licensed Master Social Worker and recently retired from Coastal Empire Community Mental Health Center, has served on the Boards for a variety of nonprofit and for profit organizations, and fills a newly open position on the Museum’s Board. In addition, Beaufort native Major General (retired) H. L. “Mitch” Mitchell and Ingrid Owens, Director of History, Arts and Culture at Penn Center, Inc., were recently appointed to fulfill unexpired Museum Board Member terms.', 'Who’s News for the week of March 3rd-9th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'whos-news-for-the-week-of-march-3rd-9th', '', '', '2016-03-03 12:33:00', '2016-03-03 17:33:00', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27673', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27686, 4, '2016-03-10 07:37:55', '2016-03-10 12:37:55', '<b>TCL is hosting Latino open house on campus</b>\r\n\r\nThe Technical College of the Lowcountry is hosting a Latino Open House from 5:30 to 8 p.m., Thursday, March 10 at the TCL New River Campus, 100 Community College Dr., Bluffton. TCL representatives will be available to discuss admissions, financial aid, programs of study and more. The open house is free and parents are invited.\r\n\r\nFor more information and to register for the event, visit www.tcl.edu/latino or contact Alison Cadmus in admissions at 843.525.8356.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Aglow meets March 12 at Gilligan\'s</b>\r\n\r\nBeaufort Aglow will meet on Saturday, March 12th at Gulligan\'s Seafood Restaurant, 2601 Boundary St. Beaufort from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. The speaker will be Co-Pastor Theresa Roberts of Love House Ministries, 423 Parris Island Gateway. She graciously ministers to all with her husband, Pastor Randy Roberts. Love House is a Church that is God directed, Christ centered and Spirit led. Theresa is a former Beaufort County employee. Recently, she became a proud grandmother once again. The Roberts are in charge of the Beaufort County PALS and also operates the Community Bowling Center at 1140 Ribaut Rd in Beaufort where you\'ll enjoy an old fashioned family fun. All are welcome to attend. Info: call: (843) 575-5377 or (843) 575-5377.\r\n\r\n<b>Chairman of SC GOP to speak at next meeting</b>\r\n\r\nThe Beaufort County Republican Party will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, March 17th at Palmetto Electric Co-Operative, 1 Cooperative Way in Hardeeville. Matt Moore Chairman of the SC GOP will be the featured speaker. The meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. with a social period (and pizza) starting at 6:00 pm. Food and refreshments will be served and the meeting is open to the public. For more information, please visit www.beaufortgop.com or email info@beaufortgop.com.\r\n\r\n<b>TCL is hosting Latino open house on campus</b>\r\n\r\nTheraVista, The Lending Room and Roxanne Cheney Organizes team up again for Spring Clean for JOY 2016 on Saturday, March 19th from 7:30 to 10:00 a.m. This semi-annual \'yard sale\' where everything is free is an opportunity for community members to go through their closets, drawers and garages clearing items that no longer bring joy or they are tired of storing for that \'just in case\' moment. It is then given all away to those who can use the items now...<em>the joy of giving and receiving </em>while expanding awareness about the valuable service of the Lending Room which provides medical equipment for short or long term use, to anyone for a minimum donation of $1.They will be accepting donations of items in all categories from furniture, household goods, tools, clothes, etc. up until 6 p.m. Friday March 18th. For more information on dropping off donations, email theravista@gmail.com or call 843-812-1328. The event will be held at TheraVista, 263 Brickyard Point Road South on Lady’s Island.\r\n\r\n<b>BHS to hold cheer-leading info meeting</b>\r\n\r\nThere will be a parent’s informational meeting March 22nd 6:00 p.m. in BHS Small Auditorium. Note all rising 7th – 12th graders are eligible to try out. Also note a back handspring is required to make the Varsity Squad. Tryouts will be April 26-28th and May 2nd – 6th in the BHS gym. All prospective cheerleaders should come in comfortable clothes and tennis shoes and be ready to work.\r\n\r\nFinal tryouts will be Friday, May 6th, starting at 3:30 p.m. (This will be an open door tryout where family members and friends can watch by paying a $5 entry fee). If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Corrie Zimmerman or Hillary Savarese at corrie.zimmerman@beaufort.k12.sc.us and hillary.savarese@beaufort.k12.sc.us.\r\n\r\n<b>Gullah Festival in search of local talent</b>\r\n\r\nThe Original Gullah Festival of South Carolina, Inc. is looking for local amateur singers, dancers, storytellers, etc. for the 2016 annual Original Gullah Festival and will be sponsoring a Gullah Festival Talent Showcase Audition, featuring Local Amateur Performers wanting to showcase their talents for \"Exposure Only\" during the Original Gullah Festival May 2016. This is free and opened to the public. It will be held at The United Church of Jesus Christ for All People located at 1801 Duke Street in Beaufort on Saturday, March 26th from 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.\r\n\r\nTo register or for additional information contact Angela Picot at 843-524-8814, Monday-Friday from 5:00 to 9:00 p.m.\r\n\r\n<b>YMCA of Beaufort County hosts Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser </b>\r\n\r\nThe Childcare Staff of the YMCA of Beaufort County will host a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, April 2nd from 8:30 -10:30 a.m. at the YMCA located at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal. Pancakes, sausage and beverages will be served from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. All proceeds will benefit the YMCA Annual Scholarship Fund which directly aids our community through financial assistance for YMCA preschool, afterschool, summer camp, sports and aquatic programs. Cost is $10 per adult, $5 per child and kids age 2 and under are free. Donations welcomed. Contact Hannah Manning at hannahmymca@gmail.com or 832.522.9622 for more information.', 'What To Do the week of March 10th-16th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-the-week-of-march-10th-16th', '', '', '2016-03-10 15:35:14', '2016-03-10 20:35:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27686', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27693, 4, '2016-03-10 07:44:07', '2016-03-10 12:44:07', '<em>Photo above: Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling, left, and Pat Conroy. Photo by Bob Sofaly.</em>\r\n<h3>By Bill Rauch</h3>\r\nWith the passing of Pat Conroy this week the Lowcountry lost a good and talented friend. Pat used his storytelling gifts to describe, in unique and memorable ways, the bountiful physical gifts that are singularly provided to us here, and we are better for that. But it was his intuitive sense of people — their conflicting motivations, their craziness and his courage to describe them honestly — that marked his genius.\r\n\r\nHe explained us to us.\r\n\r\n<em>The Island Packet’s </em>David Lauderdale wrote a very nice daily newspaper-style tribute to Pat that appeared over the weekend. In the piece Lauderdale exhumed a quote from <em>The Beaufort Gazette’s</em> morgue in which Pat graphically expressed his displeasure with the proposed 2006 Clarendon Farms annexation by the City of Beaufort. The annexation occurred when I was mayor and Pat’s attack was directly upon me for, he said, loving real estate developers more than I loved Beaufort.\r\n\r\nWhen fighting the illness that finally took his life Pat said he wanted to continue to live because he had more books to write. I understand fully. A part of one of those books might very well have been the Clarendon Farms story. When you knew the players the whole thing was plenty crazy, convoluted and conflicted enough to fit in a Conroy novel.\r\n\r\nJust for starters, at the end of the endless 2006 public hearing on the annexation and development agreement, as I was about to cast as “Aye” my swing vote to permit more houses at Grays Hill than existed in all of present day Beaufort, I said: “It may seem inconceivable now, but my vote is a vote for conservation.” Look it up. Thankfully The Gazette ran the quote exactly.\r\n\r\nThings got so nuts that evening after the 3-2 “Aye” vote that Police Chief Jeff Dowling insisted I be protected by the police as I turned out the lights in the hearing room. Most people thought what I really needed were the men in the white coats.\r\n\r\nI was doing what I knew was right for Beaufort. And I knew I would pay a huge price for it.\r\n\r\nHere’s how it happened.\r\n\r\nIn the midst of the craziness of the 2004-7 real estate bubble, an attorney came to the city representing Cox Enterprises, the owners of Clarendon Farms in Grays Hill. Clarendon was contiguous to the city limits and the attorney said its owners wanted to bring their land into the city with new zoning and a development agreement that would permit about 14,000 rooftops on the farm’s approximately 2500 acres.\r\n\r\nIf you knew the players, you knew how it would go down. Jim Kennedy, the CEO of Cox Enterprises, was in charge of his family\'s interests with respect to the deal. Under Kennedy’s leadership Cox had caused nearly a hundred miles of hiker-biker trails to be built in Atlanta, the company’s headquarters town. A committed conservationist, he had overseen the protection of thousands of acres of his family\'s land, and as a board member of Ducks Unlimited and the Wetlands America Trust he had preserved countless tens of thousands more acres.\r\n\r\nLuckily, and importantly, I knew Jim Kennedy and I knew his conservation background. Seeing the storm coming, I said to him: “If we take you in, I know you’ll be a good citizen.”\r\n\r\nMeanwhile, as the final vote approached mayhem ensued. My family was split with one brother-in-law insisting I vote “no” while another one was equally insistent I vote “yes.” The letters to the editor, including Pat’s, and the editorials were running 100-0 against the deal. Although their leaders knew Clarendon would ultimately go green, the major local environmental group that I had helped bring to Beaufort ran a 24/7 campaign against the deal to help make their 2006 fundraising target. Even Hank Johnson, the Mayor of Bluffton who annexed half of southern Beaufort County called me up to say, “If you actually vote “yes” on that, you’re through.”\r\n\r\nBut here’s what I knew. When Clarendon goes into deed restriction it will be the best thing that ever happened to MCAS Beaufort, Beaufort’s largest employer, because future encroachment of the airfield will be vastly limited. Also, the Air Station and a forever green Clarendon together will create a green buffer on the Whale Branch side of Beaufort that will stop the march of commercialization at Laurel Bay Road, thus preserving as “country” the great Lobeco/Whale Branch/Grays Hill entrance to one of America’s great small cities. Two years after the vote the Northern Area Plan formalized this boundary, and now a decade later it is stronger than ever.\r\n\r\nIf Cox Enterprises benefited, great, … so long as it was good for Beaufort.\r\n\r\nOh, the fun Pat would have had with the characters: the hypocritical environmental group boss and his legions of blind loyalists, the brothers-in-law…and their then-wives, the Operation Jackpot veteran turned crack land use lawyer, the callous Yankee mayor in cahoots with his greedy CEO buddy and, yes, the celebrity author who storms into the controversy with both barrels blazing.\r\n\r\nAnd then there’s the ending: all 100% true.\r\n\r\nWithout Good Citizen Cox Enterprises there wouldn’t be three thousand all-green acres in perpetuity next to the Air Station that together form an important green belt on Beaufort’s outskirts; without Cox Beaufort’s largest employer would face ongoing and escalating encroachment issues; without Cox the trailer parks in Grays Hill would still be the drug-dealing capitals of Beaufort County; and without Good Citizen Cox Enterprises there would be no Spanish Moss Trail where we all now — oblivious to its origins — safely walk, run, bike and visit together.', 'On heroes, villains and time – Pat Conroy remembered', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'on-heroes-villains-and-time-pat-conroy-remembered', '', '', '2016-03-10 07:44:47', '2016-03-10 12:44:47', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27693', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27697, 4, '2016-03-10 07:45:41', '2016-03-10 12:45:41', '<h3>By Lee Scott</h3>\r\nThis time of the year, some people are starting to feel the ominous effects of the blossoming flowers and budding trees. Yes, it is the beginning of allergy season. I thought of it when I noticed a tickle in my throat. However, by midnight, I knew it was not an allergy. I was sick. I rummaged through the medicine cabinet and found a package of Sudafed with a 2013 expiration date. Wow, had it been that long since I was sick. I swallowed the pills anyway hoping that there was at least a little bit of antihistamine left in them.\r\n\r\nBy morning, I was full blown miserable. My husband came into the living room where I was sitting with my box of tissues. \"I have a weely, weely bab cold.\" I told him in my most serious voice.\r\n\r\n\"You have a bad cold?\" he responded.\r\n\r\n\"Yes, can I have a hug?\"\r\n\r\n\"Not on your life.\" he said and went to get the thermometer for me. Not the good old dependable mercury filled thermometer, but one of those digital ones. Unfortunately, every time we go to use it, the little round battery is dead. He gladly volunteered to run to the store and get a new one (healthy people hate being around sick people).\r\n\r\nWhen he got back I was sitting next to a window wearing a sunhat and sunglasses.\r\n\r\n\"What are you doing?\" he asked.\r\n\r\n\"The sun feels so good, but my eyes are burning.\"\r\n\r\nHe put the new battery in the thermometer and told me to go to bed and take my new box of decongestant, my unscented tissues and my Smith Brother’s cherry cough drops with me. Then he brought me some hot tea and took the thermometer out of my mouth.\r\n\r\n“98.6” he said.\r\n\r\n\"No, it\'s broken. It\'s got to be 105 degrees. I have pneumonia.\"\r\n\r\nHe told me to go to sleep and when the dogs followed him out, I knew even they did not want to be around me.\r\n\r\nUltimately, the cold ran its course. After a long hot shower and a fresh set of clothes, I walked into the kitchen. My spouse looked at me and said, \"Now you can have a hug.” But when I approached him, he started to sneeze and with an uncertain voice he said, “I think I have an allergy.”', 'This is definitely not just spring allergies', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'this-is-definitely-not-just-spring-allergies', '', '', '2016-03-10 07:45:41', '2016-03-10 12:45:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27697', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27699, 4, '2016-03-10 07:46:39', '2016-03-10 12:46:39', '<h3>By Celia Strong</h3>\r\nGood news, for sure. Over the years, we\'ve all had wines that we liked to drink just go away. One day they\'re on the shelf, next day they\'re gone. For some reason, that makes no sense to us, a wine is not available anymore? Really? One of the great traumas for us wine drinkers. Sometimes, though, some of these wines reappear. Through the logistics of the wine business, we can get another chance to enjoy them. This week we get one of these wines back.\r\n\r\nOur \"returned\" wine is a red Rioja. A region we have just recently had a rosé from. Remember? It is their red wines, though, that make Rioja one of the great wine regions of the world. (Maybe, this week\'s wine will prove that?) This region is located in northern Spain, and, basically, runs 60 miles along the Ebro River, between the towns of Haro and Alfaro. The region has more than 150,000 acres growing vines, and produces over 66 million gallons of wine every year. The soil is clay based with high levels of chalk and iron. Eighty-five percent of Rioja wines are red, made mostly from Tempranillo and small amounts of Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo. (Some estates have special permission to use small percentages of Cabernet also.) Red Riojas are sold in several \"levels,\" based on the aging of the wine before it is sold. \"Joven\" are young wines, get little or no barrel aging and are meant to be drunk within two years. Rioja Crianza wines are aged one year in a barrel and one year in their bottle. Before they can be released from the winery. Rioja Reserva are aged one year in barrels and at least two years in bottles. Rioja Gran Reserva gets two years in barrels and three in their bottles. Of course, as a wine gets more aging, the cost to us increases.\r\n\r\nThe barrel aging is an important part of what makes a Rioja what it is. American oak is more popular. But, many wineries use a combination of American and French. The higher the level of the wine, the more the producers are likely to use new oak. It is the new, \"virgin,\" oak that gives the wines some of their distinctive flavors. Coconut, vanilla and sweet spices. Yum!\r\n\r\nA few more pieces of information about Rioja? The wines from this region date back to the time of the Roman Empire, like in many other areas of Europe. At the end of the 19th century, when phylloxera infected the vineyards of France, wine producers and merchants went south, into Spain, to find more vineyards and wines. They brought with them, especially from Bordeaux, the idea of using wine barrels to age the wines. And to add flavors and textures to the wines. All at the same time. Now, the barrel is an integral part of Rioja production. The region was the first to be awarded DO status under Spanish wine laws. And, the first to receive the higher DOCa.\r\n\r\nOn to our wine now. El Coto de Rioja Coto de Imaz Reserva. Phew! What a mouth full. But, our wine deserves it. And lives up to it. El Coto (Officially, the full name of our winery is El Coto de Rioja.) was founded in 1970, by a group of experienced winemakers. They wanted to produce a new type of Rioja. Today, they are considered one of the very top producers in the region. El Coto owns about 1,200 acres of vineyards. The vineyards face northwest and the soils are ferric clay with sand and limestone. Soils types that give the wines structure, power and an elegant minerality. They also purchase some grapes that are grown on limestone, clay and stony soils. These grapes add aromatics and finesse to the wines. The Coto de Imaz is made from one hundred percent Tempranillo. It is a bright, ruby-red color. It has red berry and cherry aromas and smoky vanilla. The flavors are red cherry, raspberries, cassis, pipe tobacco, rose oil, green olives, vanilla and toasted coconut. The texture of this wine is the best part, though. It\'s supple and juicy in your mouth. It spreads across your tongue, and lingers with its flavors. All the flavors and textures come together with a great concentration. A good example of what Tempranillo can be. So, aren\'t we really lucky it\'s come back to us? Returned to the fold. At a lower price, too. For $19.99. Enjoy.', 'A wine returned to the fold', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-wine-returned-to-the-fold', '', '', '2016-03-10 07:46:39', '2016-03-10 12:46:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27699', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27701, 4, '2016-03-10 07:48:14', '2016-03-10 12:48:14', '[caption id=\"attachment_27702\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27702\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/COMMUNITY-SAVE-OAK-TREE-300x236.jpg\" alt=\"The recently-pruned live oak stands tall after surrounding scrub trees were removed to improve the oak’s health.\" width=\"300\" height=\"236\" /> The recently-pruned live oak stands tall after surrounding scrub trees were removed to improve the oak’s health.[/caption]\r\n\r\nAs construction crews begin clearing the way for a realigned intersection of Boundary Street and Robert Smalls Parkway/SC 170, Beaufort city leaders are working to save a century-old live oak located at what will be an improved First Street. The tree is a 51-inch diameter live oak and is likely between 100 and 150 years old, arborist Michael Murphy said.\r\n\r\n“Live oaks are an important part of Lowcountry culture as well as Southern culture,” Murphy said. “These iconic trees have come to identify the South. Every historical Southern event seems to have happened under or near the canopy of a live oak. This tree’s location, in a prominent site on a future bend in a new road which would place it in the view of all who would be using the new road, is reason enough to preserve and maintain it.”\r\n\r\n“We recognize that we can’t save all the trees affected by this project, but when we have a chance to save a live oak, we are certainly going to try,” said David Coleman, senior project manager for the City of Beaufort. “When this part of the road is completed, this big tree will help anchor the end of the road as it starts to bend at the river,” he said.', 'Beaufort strives to save live oak near Boundary Street construction project', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-strives-to-save-live-oak-near-boundary-street-construction-project', '', '', '2016-03-10 07:48:14', '2016-03-10 12:48:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27701', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27704, 4, '2016-03-10 07:52:10', '2016-03-10 12:52:10', '<h2><b>Boys\' High School Tennis</b></h2>\r\n<b>Hilton Head Christian </b><b>shuts out Beaufort Academy</b>\r\n\r\nHigh school tennis teams — both\' boys’ and girls\' squads — are taking to courts throughout the state. Locally, in a highly-anticipated contest, Hilton Head Christian shut out Beaufort Academy 8-0 in a boys\' high school tennis season-opener on Tuesday, March 1.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Academy found itself playing from behind in all matches in the outing against Hilton Head Christian. In a dominant boys\' high school tennis performance, Hilton Head Christian fared well throughout the early-season prep tennis meeting.\r\n\r\nHilton Head Christian excelled in both single and doubles competition. In singles, William Lindsey, James Carden, Daniel Richards, Mitchell Russell, Jeffrey Hiestand and Larry Lindsey posted wins for Hilton Head Christian during the season-opener. The doubles teams of William Lindsey/Carden and Kevin Williams/Hiestand posted wins for Hilton Head Christian.\r\n\r\n<b>Eagles beat Whale Branch, 6-1</b>\r\n\r\nEvening its record in the young 2016 season, Beaufort Academy beat Whale Branch 6-1 in a boys high school tennis meeting on Thursday. With the win, Beaufort evened its record to 1-1.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles controlled matches in singles and double competition. Helping to lead Beaufort Academy to the win, William Lindsey, James Carden, Daniel Richards, Mitchell Russell and Jeffrey Heistand earned singles wins.\r\n\r\nIn doubles competition, the duo of Larry Lindsey and Jack Staley won for the Beaufort Academy boys\' tennis team. The doubles team of Eryck Watton and Collin Roel claimed Whale Branch\'s only victory in the matchup.\r\n<h2><b>Boys\' High School Soccer</b></h2>\r\n<strong>Beaufort Academy doubles up St. Andrews</strong>\r\n\r\nRemaining in the win column late last week, Beaufort Academy doubled up St. Andrews 4-2 in an early-season boys\' high school soccer game on Thursday. With the win, Beaufort Academy moved to 2-0.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles excelled offensively and defensively throughout the regular-season high school soccer contest. Thomas Roddey paced Beaufort Academy offensively, scoring three of the Eagles\' four goals in the early-season victory. Nathaniel Keenan scored Beaufort Academy\'s other goal in the triumph.\r\n\r\nAiding the Beaufort Academy offensive effort, Ryan Muniz, Joe Bhoi and Jacob Dalton delivered assists for the Eagles.\r\n\r\nBut it wasn\'t just offensive highlights for the Beaufort Academy boys\' soccer team. Goalkeeper John Dastous, a talented defender, paced Beaufort Academy defensively, posting five saves for the winning team.\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy beats John Paul II, 6-3 </b>\r\n\r\nThomas Roddey scored a game-high three goals to lead Beaufort Academy past John Paul II 6-3 in a boys\' high school soccer game on March 1st.The win allowed Beaufort Academy to open its season 1-0.John Paul II dropped to 0-2 with the loss.\r\n\r\nThomas Holliday, Jacob Dalton and Ryan Muniz chipped in one goal each for the Eagles. Joe Bhoi dished out three assists for the Eagles in the win. Aiding the Beaufort Academy offensive effort, Jacob Dalton posted one assist. Defensively for the Eagles, John Dastous provided four saves from his goalkeeper position.\r\n\r\nKarl Johnson led John Paul II with two goals.\r\n<h2><b>Boys\' High School Lacrosse</b></h2>\r\nDuncan Marx scored six goals and recorded four assists to lead Hilton Head past Porter-Gaud 13-5 in a boys\' high school lacrosse game recently. Hilton Head pulled away for the impressive win over Porter-Gaud, using multiple runs to net the early-season victory.\r\n\r\nWith the win, Hilton Head improved to 3-1. Jack Flowers followed directly behind Marx in the Hilton Head scoring column. Flowers finished with five goals and two assists.\r\n\r\nPacing Hilton Head defensively, Colin Courtney delivered five takeaways and 14 ground balls. Courtney prevented Porter-Gaud from converting on several scoring opportunities. Through four games, Courtney had recorded 50 ground balls, which ranks him number one in the state in the category.\r\n<h2><b>College Track &amp; Field</b></h2>\r\nFour Xavier University track and field athletes earned All-BIG EAST honors on Tuesday, March 1. The Musketeers recently completed action at the BIG EAST Indoor Track and Field Championships on Feb. 26-27 held at the Ocean Breeze Park Track &amp; Field Athletic Complex in Staten Island, N.Y.\r\n\r\nZachary Polk highlighted the Xavier performances with a first-place finish in the long jump (7.18m). The sophomore from Hilton Head has now collected five medals at the conference championships during his career. Russell Platt also took the podium in the 60-meter dash as the junior posted a time of 6.92 — breaking his previous school record - to place third.\r\n\r\nOn the women\'s side, freshman Kara Robinson placed third in the 60-meter hurdles, setting a new school record with a time of 8.85. Sydney Larkin also took the podium for the women as the junior took third in the 500-meter dash (1:14.47).All told, the Musketeers established five new school records at the championship meet.', 'Sports briefs for March 10th-16th', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sports-briefs-for-march-10th-16th', '', '', '2016-03-10 07:52:10', '2016-03-10 12:52:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27704', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27706, 4, '2016-03-10 07:56:36', '2016-03-10 12:56:36', '<em>Photo above: Battery Creek\'s dynamic duo, pitcher Alexis Ortiz and catcher Jessica Shipley, work together to keep the defense looking sharp against Thomas Heyward Academy this past weekend.</em>\r\n\r\n<img class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-27708\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/SPORTS-BCHS-softball-e1457614533946-1024x652.jpg\" alt=\"SPORTS - BCHS softball\" width=\"1024\" height=\"652\" />\r\n\r\nInfielders Alexis Ortiz, Emily Crosby, Journeigh Doray, Emily Madlinger and Kyleigh Peeples circle up on the mound before starting the inning.', 'Battery Creek Varsity girls softball team takes on The Kings Academy and Thomas Heyward Academy', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'battery-creek-varsity-girls-softball-team-takes-on-the-kings-academy-and-thomas-heyward-academy-in-round-robin-tournament', '', '', '2016-03-10 09:03:30', '2016-03-10 14:03:30', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27706', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27711, 4, '2016-03-10 08:00:08', '2016-03-10 13:00:08', '[caption id=\"attachment_27713\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\"]<img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-27713\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/SCHOOLS-WHALE-BRANCH-CHESS-e1457614770986-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"Lucas Smith\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /> Lucas Smith[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>Whale Branch 4th grader comes in 2nd in Chess Tournament:</b>\r\n\r\nA Beaufort County fourth grade student from Whale Branch Elementary competed and placed in the Ogeechee River Scholastic Chess Association Tournament in Statesboro, GA on Saturday, March 5th. Lucas R. Smith participated in the Elementary division and won a 2nd place trophy in the Individual Category. Around 110 players were in attendance. Lucas has been playing chess for a little over a year. He became interested in the game when Chess Coach Darrin Rogers began teaching him during friendly games at Whale Branch Elementary. The ORSCA tournament was only the 4th rated tournament where he has competed.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_27712\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\"]<img class=\"size-medium wp-image-27712\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/SCHOOLS-BA-CHESS-TEAM-e1457614726212-300x235.jpg\" alt=\"Pictured from left to right are Kalvin Rogers, Kendra Rogers and Whit Suber.\" width=\"300\" height=\"235\" /> Pictured from left to right are Kalvin Rogers, Kendra Rogers and Whit Suber.[/caption]\r\n\r\n<b>Beaufort Academy Chess Team places 3rd:</b>\r\n\r\nThe BA chess team participated in the SC Scholastic Chess Tournament on Saturday, February 27th in Mt. Pleasant. The BA Team managed to come in 3rd despite having only four members in their Elementary team, as opposed to as many as 20 members on other teams! Fourth grader Whit Suber came in 9th place overall in the Elementary Division.  Beaufort Academy will be attending the SCISA state chess tournament for private school on March 16.', 'Chess Team Winners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'chess-team-winners', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27711', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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(27715, 4, '2016-03-10 08:00:59', '2016-03-10 13:00:59', 'As South Carolina families prepare and file their taxes; some may be leaving money on the table.\r\n\r\nThose with children at certain independent schools like Beaufort Academy may be eligible for a generous new refund on their tuition payments through the Educational Credits for Exceptional Needs Children, or ECENC.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina’s ECENC helps students with special needs –broadly defined– attend credentialed private schools. Parents of eligible students at approved schools can claim credits for their tuition payments dating back to August of 2015.\r\n\r\nThe tuition tax credits work like payment toward an individual’s or family’s South Carolina income tax bill, using money the family has already paid as school tuition. The credit can reduce the taxpayer’s liability below zero allowing them to receive a tax refund. If the amount of the credit -up to $10,000 for tuition paid- is larger than the taxes owed, they will receive a refund for the difference.\r\n\r\nA list of over 100 participating schools is available from the South Carolina Education Oversight Committee (EOC) at eoc.sc.gov. Details of the claim process and the student criteria are also available at www.ECENC.org.\r\n\r\nOnly parents or guardians of exceptional needs students, attending eligible schools, can apply for the new dollar-for-dollar credits. There is also a statewide cap of $4 million in credits, reserved on a first come, first served basis. South Carolina’s Department of Revenue (DOR) reports that only about $2 million in the credits have been claimed so far due to limited awareness of the new program.\r\n\r\nFirst, parents make their payment to an eligible school for an exceptional needs student’s tuition. Then, parents complete and submit a form TC-57A to the South Carolina Department of Revenue. They must save documentation of their child’s eligibility for their own records. This can be either a public school issued individualized education plan (IEP) or the determination of a private, third party, educational or medical expert. Next, DOR confirms the reservation of the family’s credit. Finally, when the family completes its state income tax filing the value of the refundable credit is applied. Parents can still apply for the credit for tuition paid in 2015.', 'New SC income tax credit offers big help to parents', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-sc-income-tax-credit-offers-big-help-to-parents', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27715', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(27717, 4, '2016-03-10 08:03:11', '2016-03-10 13:03:11', 'Career Day was very successful this year at Bluffton Middle School. Thirteen professionals, including a real estate agent, massage therapist, marketing professional, firefighter, police officer, military professional, surgeon, and a youth director, all came to share their stories about their jobs with the students! The children were amazed and impressed to learn more about each of these interesting and vital jobs.', 'Career Day at Bluffton Middle was a big success', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'career-day-at-bluffton-middle-was-a-big-success', '', '', '2018-07-12 10:58:54', '2018-07-12 14:58:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=27717', 0, 'post', '', 0),
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