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(4713, 4, '2011-12-14 19:05:56', '2011-12-15 00:05:56', 'By Pamela Brownstein\r\n\r\nSince the founding of the city 300 years ago, there has been a Jewish presence in Beaufort.\r\nToday, at a time when many Jewish congregations in small towns across the South are disappearing, the historic Beth Israel Synagogue downtown boasts a small but thriving Jewish community and remains a viable institution.\r\nWith the start of the eight days of Chanukah this weekend, the congregation is getting ready to throw its biggest event of the year: the annual Men’s Club Latke Party on Sunday, December 18, at 5 p.m.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4714\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Beth Israel Synagogue is located in downtown Beaufort at 401 Scott Street, behind The Arsenal.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Beth-Israel.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4714\" title=\"Beth Israel\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Beth-Israel-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nAccording to congregation member Regina Carmel, the men will be making latkes and serving a dinner of “Jewish soul food” — food that’s good for your soul, but maybe not the best for your health. There will also be group singing and musical presentations and lighting of the Menorah.\r\nThe history of the synagogue dates back to the late 1800s when many Eastern European Jews began to settle here, introducing  their ethnic customs as well as the language of Yiddish. Retaining their religious identity, they soon became an integral part of Beaufort.\r\nBefore the synagogue was constructed, Beaufort Jews met at the Masonic Hall above a store on Bay Street. But in 1905, the Jewish people in town joined together to build the synagogue that still stands at 401 Scott Street, next to The Arsenal. Since many were shopkeepers, the members wanted to build the small house of worship downtown, within walking distance of their work. Beth Israel Congregation was chartered in 1905 and completed in 1908.\r\nIn the early 1900s, the story goes, a baby died, but the family had to travel all the way to Charleston because there was no proper Jewish cemetery in Beaufort. After that, the family wanted to have a cemetery in town, so in 1910 land was purchased and the historic cemetery is still there today on Bladen Street.\r\nIn 1920, a parsonage for the religious leader was obtained; the Social Hall was added in the 1950s. Many of the original documents are held in the Jewish archive section at the College of Charleston.\r\nCarmel said the congregation of Beth Israel is unique because many of the members today are from the same founding families. Even those who have moved out of town often return for the Jewish New Year and the Passover celebrations.\r\nThe congregation is also home to many prominent families in Beaufort including the Keyserlings, the Lipsitz family, former mayor David Taub, the Levin family, as well as the Marks, who own the Furniture Warehouse and Design Gallery on Robert Smalls Parkway and can trace their relative back as one of the original builders of the synagogue.\r\nRight now, the congregation is pleased to have Cantor BenZion Bronshtein — who is also a professional musician — from Charleston lead services, but they hope to have an ordained Rabbi sometime next year.\r\nServices are held every Friday at 7 p.m. and once a month on Saturdays at 10 a.m., when they also have a religious school where the children learn Jewish traditions, customs and how to speak Hebrew.\r\nFor more information about Beth Israel, call 843-524-4076 or email bethisraelbeaufort@gmail.com or visit their website at www.bethisrael-beaufort.com.', 'Holiday Traditions of the Lowcountry: Chanukah at Beth Israel Synagogue', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'holiday-traditions-of-the-lowcountry-chanukah-at-beth-israel-synagogue', '', '', '2011-12-14 19:05:56', '2011-12-15 00:05:56', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4713', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4716, 4, '2011-12-14 19:09:18', '2011-12-15 00:09:18', 'By Tess Malijenovsky\r\nFriday, December 9, was the 10th anniversary of “A Gullah Kinfolk Christmas Wish ... Freedom Comin’ ” musical and Gullah celebration sponsored by the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce and ASE-Gullah Education at USCB. Nationally acclaimed storyteller Anita Singleton Prather, or “Aunt Pearlie Sue,” brought the audience back in time to the last Christmas before the Civil War when South Carolina seceded from the Union. She told the story by the beat of her wooden staff on the stage floor and with the soulful chorus of her Gullah Kinfolk.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4718\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"188\" caption=\"Aunt Pealie Sue performs at “A Gullah Kinfolk Christmas Wish ... Freedom Comin’ ” musical.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/aunt-pearlie-sue-3.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4718\" title=\"aunt pearlie sue 3\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/aunt-pearlie-sue-3-188x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"188\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe crowd laughed listening to Aunt Pearlie Sue tell her jokes through her speech and facial expressions, and then praising “Amen” as the story shed the Gullah perspective on “the only time of the year [slaves] got enough food to eat and enough time to eat it.”\r\nThe story began in West Africa, “De Muddah Lan’, ” with drumming and African warrior dancing performed by Beaufort High School students Madison Bell, Kelly Smalls and Kimani Carpenter. There was talk of war or freedom, escaping through the Underground Railroad by following the North Star, “reading ob de scrip’cha” and Christmas day. And, at the end of the performance, Aunt Pearlie Sue brought her extended family onto the stage (most of whom were already in the musical) to thank them and everyone else who had a part in the production.\r\nForget about the white, red and green, the Gullah kinfolk use all vibrant colors in their celebration of Christmas. Even “Bubba Nick” came out for a visit. In addition to the evening event, there was also four educational outreach performances earlier that day for public school children.\r\nEight years ago, Aunt Pearlie Sue explained, she was thinking about stopping the musical, but in a prayer she was told to “expand.”\r\nThis year, everyone celebrated the event’s 10th anniversary with “A Taste of Gullah,” a host of caterers and restaurants that served up a delicious soul food buffet. There were Sea Island specialty desserts, breads, rice dishes, collard greens, cabbage and trays of flavorful chicken.\r\nThere was also a large display of Gullah jewelry by Unique Jewelry &amp; Accessories by Julie Mmurithi-Richardson and Lula Brown. Mmurithi-Richardson explained how the beautiful things in nature inspire the bold and colorful Gullah style of jewelry for the women who like wearing lots of jewelry.\r\nGullah artwork also draws on color, history and the motion of its culture. Rooms were filled wall-to-wall with the talented works of local Gullah artists such as Saundra Renee Smith, Diane Britton Dunham, Hank Herring, James St. Clair and many others who are featured in the Green Fish Art Gallery (1001 Bay Street).\r\n“A Gullah Kinfolk Christmas Wish ... Freedom Comin’ ” is entertaining and educational, but most importantly it helps keep the heart of the Gullah culture beating every Christmas. In the words of Aunt Pearlie Sue, “If you didn’t know you were Gullah when you came in here, now you know.”', 'A Gullah Kinfolk Christmas Wish', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-gullah-kinfolk-christmas-wish', '', '', '2011-12-14 19:09:18', '2011-12-15 00:09:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4716', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4815, 4, '2011-12-28 17:53:14', '2011-12-28 22:53:14', 'Gullah Festival presents Brandyfoot Awards\r\nGullah Festival of South Carolina, Inc.\r\nPresents The Brandyfoot Awards on Thursday, December 29,  at 6 p.m., at the University of South Carolina Beaufort\r\nPerforming Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased at the USCB Box Office or a Gullah Festival Representative. Tickets are $30 at the door. The Brandyfoot Awards are named for William Bradford Frazier, a world renowned musician and leader who was nationally recognized in music by John Phillip Sousa for performing his compositions. The evening’s event will consist of the following:\r\n• A Jazz Band performance featuring saxophonist Edward “Eddie” Pazant of the famous Pazant Brothers and the Manhattans as well as Seborn Westbrook formally of the Drifters.\r\n• An appearance and performance by the former Miss Black USA Renee Roberts.\r\n• A special performance by the world renowned Gullah Storyteller Anita Singleton Prather, aka Aunt Pearlie Sue.\r\n• The event will also include the presentation of the Brandyfoot Awards.\r\nFor more information, call  843.636.3788.\r\n\r\nAll Pro Dads group\r\nto meet for new year\r\nStart your new year off right by being an All Pro Dad. The next monthly breakfast gathering is Friday, January 6, 2012, at 7 a.m. in the Coosa Elementary School Gym. This month’s meeting topic is “Encouraging Your Child” where you’ll learn practical methods to be a better dad.  There is no charge for this event, but please RSVP to www.allprodad.com/dd/2508 as space is limited and a good head count in needed for breakfast, complements of Chick-fil-A. For more information please contact Mike Mashke, Team Captain at 843.525.5154.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Agility Club\r\nto start new session\r\nThe Beaufort Agility Club announces that it will begin a new session of agility classes, practices, and trials for novice and expert handlers beginning January 14th at 10 a.m. to be held at Beaufort Dog- 1307 Boundary St.  Cost $120 for six session.  The Beaufort Agility Club is non-profit. Call Beaufort Dog at 812-5394 or e-mail kelley@beaufortdog.com for more details.\r\n\r\nSign up now for Senior Leadership Program\r\nA new group is forming now for the January 2012 Program conducted by Clemson University’s Beaufort Extension office.. Space is limited to 35 participants, and applications are already being received. The one day per week, 13 week, Senior Leadership Program includes presentations about Beaufort County and local government with presentations by County Council members, mayors of Beaufort’s incorporated municipalities (there are four you know!), Economic Development with business leaders, county school and local university Education personnel,  Arts, Human Services, Health. If you are interested in joining the new 2012 group starting Jan. 10, please contact Bob Guinn at Clemson Extension: 843-255-6060, X-116 or go to the program website: www.beaufortseniorleadership.com.\r\n\r\nParish Church of\r\nSt. Helena save the date\r\nWhat:    The Parish Church of St. Helena, the oldest public building in Beaufort and one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the country, celebrates its 300th anniversary next year with a special ceremony.\r\nWhen:    January 22, 2012, 9:15 – 10 a.m. for opening celebration ceremonies. January 22, 2012, noon, Lord Bishop, presentations and proclamations to the Reverend Jeff Miller, rector.\r\nWho:  The Right Reverend and Right Honorable Richard Chartres, Lord Bishop of London, will be a special guest and will preach at the worship service.  Bishop Chartres recently officiated at the royal wedding earlier this year.\r\nAbout the event:  Ringing of the 1726 church bell begins at 9:15 a.m. calling all to worship as they did in the 18th century. Flag bearers with various historic flags and in period costumes will line the front walkway of the church as a town crier will “cry” a greeting from Queen Elizabeth and the Archbishop of Canterbury.  A special worship service will follow with sermon by Bishop Chartres, and original Tricentennial music composed by renowned English composer Malcolm Archer and performed by the St. Helena’s choir.\r\nWhere: The Parish Church of St. Helena, 505 Church Street, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902. Please visit: www.StHelenas1712.org.\r\nFor more information contact:\r\njanspringle@earthlink.net\r\nstewart.cat@gmail.com.\r\nNARFE two chapters meet monthly\r\nNational Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) has two chapters in Beaufort County that meet monthly:\r\nBeaufort Chapter 1021, second Wednesday, Sept-May, at Golden Corral, Robert Smalls Pkwy. Contact Mamie Clark at 843 846-6415; Hilton Head-Bluffton-Sun City Chapter 2258, first Tuesday, Sept-May, at Golden Corral, U.S. 278. Contact Bill Coakley at 843 815-5604.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Youth Orchestra auditions\r\nThe Beaufort Youth Orchestra (BYO) will be holding their semi-annual auditions on Thursday, Jan. 5, at 6 p.m. at Beaufort High School band room for all interested students. Auditions will include brass, woodwinds, percussion and string instruments. The first rehearsal will follow from 6:30 to 9 p.m. BYO is comprised of 45 students from approximately 12 different schools including public, private, home and virtual programs. BYO began over 11 years ago by the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra to provide students the opportunity to learn to play in an orchestra. BYO is taught by Fred Devyatkin who has conducted the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra since 1992. Rehearsals are weekly with community performances at various locations. Call to schedule an appointment, 263-2190. For more information, visit www.beaufortorchestra.org\r\n\r\nAuditions being held for ARTworks productions\r\nAuditions for the first half of the ARTworks theater season will be January 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. Roles are available for all ages, races, and levels of experience in productions of “Catholic School Girls,” directed by Gail Westerfield in March, “Picasso at the Lapin Agile,” directed by J.W. Rone in May/June, and staged readings of “The Exonerated” and “The Pillowman” in February. For more information, call 843-379-2787 or visit http://www.beaufortcountyarts.com/theater.htm.\r\n\r\nSportfishing and diving club has annual awards\r\nThe January meeting for the Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club will be held on Thursday, January 12 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club, off Meridian Road, on Lady’s Island. This meeting marks the Annual Awards for the Year Round Fishing Tournament. Certificates will be given for those winning in each category and plaques will be given for Youth Angler, 10 and under, Female Angler, Male Angler, Best Recreational Boat, and Best Commercial Boat. The oyster roast, which begins at 6 p.m., will also include different varieties of chili and hotdogs for the young and young at heart. The awards ceremony will begin around 7:30 p.m. This is the only time of year where the club requests that individuals purchase and/or reserve tickets.', 'What To Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-22', '', '', '2011-12-28 17:53:14', '2011-12-28 22:53:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4815', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4733, 4, '2011-12-22 09:32:57', '2011-12-22 14:32:57', 'Vic Varner to perform many holiday gigs\r\nVic Varner’s band with Blue Mudd includes Beek Webb on mandolin/vocal, Adam Granade on bass, and Varner on voice/guitar. They get to pull out their holiday charts, which include a couple dozen obscure tunes from the season, such as “Christmas Island” and Louis Armstrong’s “Cool Yule.”\r\n• Dec. 23: Saltus from 9 p.m. to midnight with Jevon Daly\r\n• Jan. 22: “New Harmonies Show” at ARTworks from 3 to 4:30 p.m. with Roger Bellow.\r\n\r\nGullah Festival presents Brandyfoot Awards\r\nGullah Festival of South Carolina, Inc.\r\nPresents The Brandyfoot Awards on Thursday, December 29,  at 6 p.m., at the University of South Carolina Beaufort\r\nPerforming Arts Center. Tickets can be purchased at the USCB Box Office or a Gullah Festival Representative. Tickets are $30 at the door. The Brandyfoot Awards are named for William Bradford Frazier, a world renowned musician and leader who was nationally recognized in music by John Phillip Sousa for performing his compositions. The evening’s event will consist of the following:\r\n• A Jazz Band performance featuring saxophonist Edward “Eddie” Pazant of the famous Pazant Brothers and the Manhattans as well as Seborn Westbrook formally of the Drifters.\r\n• An appearance and performance by the former Miss Black USA Renee Roberts.\r\n• A special performance by the world renowned Gullah Storyteller Anita Singleton Prather, aka Aunt Pearlie Sue.\r\n• The event will also include the presentation of the Brandyfoot Awards.\r\nFor more information, call  843.636.3788.\r\n\r\nAll Pro Dads group to meet for new year\r\nStart your new year off right by being an All Pro Dad. The next monthly breakfast gathering is Friday, January 6, 2012, at 7 a.m. in the Coosa Elementary School Gym. This month’s meeting topic is “Encouraging Your Child” where you’ll learn practical methods to be a better dad.  There is no charge for this event, but please RSVP to www.allprodad.com/dd/2508 as space is limited and a good headcount in needed for breakfast, complements of Chick-fil-A. For more information please contact Mike Mashke, Team Captain at 843.525.5154.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Agility Club to start new session\r\nThe Beaufort Agility Club announces that it will begin a new session of agility classes, practices, and trials for novice and expert handlers beginning January 14th at 10 a.m. to be held at Beaufort Dog- 1307 Boundary St.  Cost $120 for six session.  The Beaufort Agility Club is non-profit. Call Beaufort Dog at 812-5394 or e-mail kelley@beaufortdog.com for more details.\r\n\r\nSign up now for Senior Leadership Program\r\nA new group is forming now for the January 2012 Program conducted by Clemson University’s Beaufort Extension office.. Space is limited to 35 participants, and applications are already being received. The one day per week, 13 week, Senior Leadership Program includes presentations about Beaufort County and local government with presentations by County Council members, mayors of Beaufort’s incorporated municipalities (there are four you know!), Economic Development with business leaders, county school and local university Education personnel,  Arts, Human Services, Health. If you are interested in joining the new 2012 group starting Jan. 10, please contact Bob Guinn at Clemson Extension: 843-255-6060, X-116 or go to the program website: www.beaufortseniorleadership.com.\r\n\r\nParish Church of St. Helena save the date\r\nWhat:    The Parish Church of St. Helena, the oldest public building in Beaufort and one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the country, celebrates its 300th anniversary next year with a special ceremony.\r\nWhen:    January 22, 2012, 9:15 – 10 a.m. for opening celebration ceremonies. January 22, 2012, noon, Lord Bishop, presentations and proclamations to the Reverend Jeff Miller, rector.\r\nWho:  The Right Reverend and Right Honorable Richard Chartres, Lord Bishop of London, will be a special guest and will preach at the worship service.  Bishop Chartres recently officiated at the royal wedding earlier this year.\r\nAbout the event:  Ringing of the 1726 church bell begins at 9:15 a.m. calling all to worship as they did in the 18th century. Flag bearers with various historic flags and in period costumes will line the front walkway of the church as a town crier will “cry” a greeting from Queen Elizabeth and the Archbishop of Canterbury.  A special worship service will follow with sermon by Bishop Chartres, and original Tricentennial music composed by renowned English composer Malcolm Archer and performed by the St. Helena’s choir, accompanied by special orchestral musicians.\r\nWhere: The Parish Church of St. Helena, 505 Church Street, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902. Please visit: www.StHelenas1712.org.\r\nFor more information contact:\r\njanspringle@earthlink.net\r\nstewart.cat@gmail.com', 'What To Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-21', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:32:57', '2011-12-22 14:32:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4733', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4735, 4, '2011-12-22 09:34:02', '2011-12-22 14:34:02', 'By Tracie Korol\r\n\r\nPunctuating the back-to-back Christmas TV movies and holiday specials are the heartfelt appeals by various celebrities to pleasepleaseplease adopt an animal for Christmas. Every commercial is loaded with heart-tugging film of sad-eyed pets behind bars, little paws against chain link. I can’t watch them.\r\nChristmas IS the season for giving, but it’s not the season to gift anyone with a pet. Sure, puppies look cute in the beribboned basket under the tree. The kids squealing in paroxysms of delight is worthy of a YouTube viral video.  However, a living creature should never be gifted because they require a commitment from the owner (the giftee) that surpasses the longevity of anything one could purchase at a big box store. We’re looking at a 15-year, time-money-space intensive commitment following a split-second exclamation of “let’s get her a puppy!”\r\nSure, owning a pet is one of the most rewarding things life can offer and it’s the start of a friendship that will last for years. But pets also come with serious responsibilities and a commitment to their health and happiness. Consider this: is the giftee ready for the responsibility of pet ownership? If the answers end up being no, are you prepared to take on full responsibility yourself? Has the giftee expressed a clear desire for a new pet? If you’re not sure, don’t even think about it.\r\nThe highest incidence of pet abandonment arises from animals given as gifts. Manoj Oswal, head of People For Animals, says, “When we receive complaints of animal cruelty, 85% of the time, the pet will have been received as a gift. In such cases, the owner is not really an animal lover, but finds that abandoning the pet is morally wrong and will hurt the sentiments of the person who presented the pet.”\r\nIn such a case, the owner doesn’t devote his time to care for the pet and simply ties it up and gives it meals but deprives it of any human companionship.\r\nHere’s an idea: take the time this holiday season to have a serious discussion, or even a series of discussions, concerning your family’s thoughts about adding a four-legged member to your pack. Consider the ages of all family members — are they too young for a pet or are they too old?  Who will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, who will be responsible for exercise and play and who will be responsible for the less fun occasions — the heaps in the yard or the hair all over the couch. What is the “style’ of your family? Is your family high energy, on the go all the time? Do you even have time for a pet? See, it’s not a spur of the moment decision.\r\nShould your family decide that they are ready to get a pet, make Christmas the time for preparation. Make your gifts for your dog-to-be useful, practical and fun. Leash, collar, chew toys, grooming gear, Nature’s Miracle, food and water bowls, a gift certificate for a new puppy exam from your favorite vet, and perhaps a chic dog sweater are good pre-presents.  Create a file with all the info you’ll need to keep for the pet. Get a crate. Give each other these gifts because a pet is a family present. As family members unwrap the various pieces of the “puzzle,” their delight and anticipation will grow. This will increase the family’s mutual commitment to, and investment in, the well being of the newest family member. It will be a project the family has done together which is a wonderful way for any adoption to begin.\r\nThen, when the drama and chaos of the holidays has morphed into the chilly doldrums of January and February, THEN visit the local shelters and shelters in neighboring communities to find your new Best Friend. A dog with a good introduction to its adoptive family is much more likely to become a long-term companion rather than another tragic holiday mistake.\r\nNote: This article is in tribute to the family of Miss M, a charmingly polite terrier mix with Cleopatra eyes, whom I met in the Walmart parking lot this week.  They refer to Miss M. as a “Bamberg Terrier” that came from the Bamberg shelter.', 'Adopting a pet is great, just don’t do it now', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'adopting-a-pet-is-great-just-don%e2%80%99t-do-it-now', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:34:02', '2011-12-22 14:34:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4735', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4737, 4, '2011-12-22 09:35:01', '2011-12-22 14:35:01', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nSo here we are, one more holiday on our backs. A couple of days to go, not done shopping, too many parties and late nights, too much to do at work but who cares, blah blah blah.  Sometimes it’s a stretch to say “Merry” Christmas or “Happy” Holidays.  And, then, as if all that’s not enough, there’s another big one a week after.  Yikes!  Of course, though, an extra little glass of this or that does tend to help. If that glass is bubbly, even better. And, if you have enough to share with everyone around you, then we all are happy, bubbly, have a nice time together and the holidays are the way they should be.  So off to see our bubbly we go!\r\nWe are going to Argentina for our glass this week. To Trapiche, which if you haven’t drunk and liked a wine from them yet, it’s really time. Trapiche has been in the wine producing business in Argentina for 125 years. Founded in 1883, they are located in Mendoza, in the foothills of the Andes. They are Argentina’s largest exported brand of premium wines.\r\nThe huge array of wines from Trapiche represent the diversity of Argentina itself.  Trapiche owns more than 2,500 acres of vineyards and gets more grapes from more than 200 independent growers in the best grape growing areas of the country.  In the past years, Trapiche has made investments to enlarge their crushing, fermentation and storage facilities. In November 2008, along with the celebration of their 125th anniversary, Trapiche opened its new winery — a renovated older winery from 1912 located on a ten hectare estate with vineyards and olive trees. This older winery was sold by the founding family in 1970, but was abandoned shortly after that.  Trapiche acquired it in 2006.  Today, it is the basis for Trapiche’s great production capacity, state-of-the-art technology, and revolutionary design and facilities  as they pursue the highest standards in viticulture and wine making.\r\nAs Trapiche continues to grow, they are experimenting with biodynamics, the most extreme approach in biological and ecological agricultural practices.  They forbid the use of chemicals, herbicides and fungicides, they aim for a balanced ecosystem and they assume that the moon cycles and the position of the other planets influence the vines.  Work in their vineyards is planned by taking into account the different moon phases and stellar dynamics.\r\nMany of Trapiche’s 2,500 acres of vineyards are spread throughout the Mendoza region.  There are near perfect grape growing conditions there — hot days, cool nights, scant rainfall and tightly controlled irrigation.  These conditions also let Trapiche  consistently grow and source (buy for others) top quality grapes.  The grapes are hand harvested and vinified in their new facility.\r\nUnder the direction of Chief Winemaker, Daniel Pi, the wines are made to retain their fresh pure character of fruit and natural ripeness. At the winery, the grapes are de-stemmed and vinified at cool temperatures for a period of 10 to 15 days to extract color, aroma and ripe fruit flavors. To help retain varietal character and freshness, the wines are aged for a short period of time in stainless steel tanks before a light filtration and bottling.  The second fermentation is done with the “Charmat Lungo” method in small 50 hectoliter tanks at 14 degrees Celsius.  The wine stays in contact with the lees for 120 days before bottling.\r\nTrapiche Extra Brut is made from 70% chardonnay, 20% semillon and 10% malbec.  The malbec brings a fuller mouth feel to this wine and adds many layers of complexity to it as well. The wine is fresh, clean and vibrant with apple, pear, melon and citrus flavors.\r\nOver the years, since Trapiche Extra Brut first became available to us, I have used it many times for many occasions — parties, birthdays big and small, Sunday afternoon golf cart rides, Wednesday night “Oh, goodie, I’m off tomorrow” toasts, and any other excuse for a glass I have found.  The crispness in it is always refreshing.  And, of course, the price is not daunting. At $13.99 a bottle, it really costs less than many bottles I drink without bubbles.  And I thought good bubbles cost more.  Nope!\r\nAnd, now the Wizard has come to make this wine even harder to avoid.  (Just so you know, someone in Beaufort has called me the Wizard for years.)  The Wizard has coupons for you — if you buy three bottles or more of this wine, you get them all for $10.99. So come see the Wizard,  get your three or four or however many bottles,  share the bubbles and have a great holiday season. Enjoy!', 'Wine recommendations from The Wizard', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'wine-recommendations-from-the-wizard', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:35:01', '2011-12-22 14:35:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4737', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4739, 4, '2011-12-22 09:37:34', '2011-12-22 14:37:34', 'By Pamela Brownstein\r\nIt’s hard to explain how much food the Lunch Bunch consumed at the Sandbar &amp; Grill, but let’s just say it was enough that I couldn’t eat for the rest of the day. It’s not a strategy that I recommend, but once all the beautiful food is spread out on your table, you’ll understand why it’s so difficult to pass up.\r\nCo-owner Patty Hilton is always friendly and accommodating and she makes sure her patrons are well fed.\r\nWe started with the appetizer sampler piled high with onion rings, cheese sticks, mini corn dogs and homemade chips.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4740\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Meatloaf special.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Sandbar2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4740\" title=\"Sandbar2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Sandbar2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nElizabeth ordered the Chinese Chicken Salad made with shredded lettuce, crispy rice noodles, chicken chunks, slivered almonds, green onion and snow peas served with an Asian teriyaki dressing. It’s a unique and tasty salad and she really enjoyed it.\r\nBuck tried the meatloaf special: a heaping plate with corn bread, corn, homemade meatloaf and gravy and mashed potatoes. It was comfort food at its finest. We all tried it and liked it, and Elizabeth even exclaimed, “The mashed potatoes are like silk!” The Sandbar offers different specials each day of the week, so call ahead or check their status on Facebook to see what’s available.\r\nGene had the Italian hoagie filled with ham, salami, pepperoni, melted Provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion and Italian dressing. This savory sandwich is a favorite from the longtime Beaufort restaurant, The Village Inn, which was owned by Hilton’s family.\r\nI opted for the Southern Slider Sampler that came with three different mini sliders: barbecue, shrimp and the Sandbar burger. With a side of sweet potato fries, those little suckers were yummy.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4741\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Homemade chocolate chip cookies with the Sandbar Pluff Mud dessert.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Sandbar4.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4741\" title=\"Sandbar4\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Sandbar4-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nAlthough there are only several items on the dessert menu, they are all must-haves. I was craving the homemade strawberry banana pudding — and it was excellent — but the giant gooey chocolate dessert known as the Sandbar Pluff Mud took center stage. We also sampled the warm homemade chocolate chip cookies as well as a piece of red velvet cake — oh so good.\r\nSandbar &amp; Grill is located in Beaufort Plaza, 418 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort, right next to the movie theater. It is the perfect place to go with a date or the family for dinner and a movie night. You can go before the movie for a full meal, or stop in after the movie for dessert and drinks. They have an inviting bar and weekly drink specials.\r\nThe restaurant is open everyday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Call 843-524-FOOD (3663) for take out or more information.', 'Awesome lunch selection makes waves at the Sandbar & Grill', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'awesome-lunch-selection-makes-waves-at-the-sandbar-grill', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:37:34', '2011-12-22 14:37:34', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4739', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4743, 4, '2011-12-22 09:38:52', '2011-12-22 14:38:52', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Health-Trask.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-4744\" title=\"Health-Trask\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Health-Trask-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Beaufort Memorial is pleased to announce the addition of Coastal CareMD, the private practice of Clark Trask, MD, to the hospital’s growing network of physician practices. Dr. Trask and his staff have joined Beaufort Memorial Hospital, and the practice will be managed by Beaufort Physician Partners, a division of the hospital.  The office will remain at its current location, 974 Ribaut Rd., Beaufort. “My staff and I are very excited about this,” Dr. Trask said. A native of Beaufort, Dr. Trask received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN, and his M.D. from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston. Beaufort Memorial Coastal CareMD is currently open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to noon. Call 524-3344 for an appointment. Medical Weight Loss will move to a new location in Towne Center behind the new Red Lobster/Olive Garden, and patients will be seen starting early January 2012.  The new address is 1600 Burnside Street, Suite 1600 and the telephone number remains 379-1166.', 'Clark Trask joins Beaufort physician partners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'clark-trask-joins-beaufort-physician-partners', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:38:52', '2011-12-22 14:38:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4743', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4746, 4, '2011-12-22 09:39:40', '2011-12-22 14:39:40', 'By Takiya Smith\r\n\r\nWith Christmas less than a week away, the smell of fresh pine, the sound of the season and the look of holiday cheer aglow decorate our homes and hearts. The countdown is now on for that final phase of shopping that needs to be completed, but for some, shopping is more a task than enjoyment.  The Christmas season can be a time of daunting struggles when it comes to finding that perfect or just right gift.  What do you get the person that has everything? Or better yet, what does the person who has nothing get anybody?  Budgets can be tight and ideas can be limited, so why not give the gift of time?\r\nAccording to www.thefreedictionary.com, the definition of time is defined as “a nonspatial continuum in which events occur in apparently irreversible succession from the past through the present to the future.”\r\nWhat is so validating about time and this definition are the words “nonspatial” and “irreversible.” When we give of our time, it is unlimited and is something that can not be taken back with a receipt.  Our time, among many things, is invaluable, precious and vital in defining the past, present and future, which exists to shape ours and the lives of others.\r\nThough you can not wrap time in a nice gilded box complete with a big pretty bow, a gift certificate or simple card stating your intent is sure to wow and bring joy to a busy mother needing the day off.  You can offer your hard working and dedicated secretary the opportunity to be relieved of answering calls for an hour or two or you can offer to clean the house, take out the garbage or cut the lawn for an elderly neighbor, your parents or husband.\r\nThe possibilities are endless and the sentiment is sincere, so what could be better than giving the gift of time?  This holiday season and for many more to come, start a tradition of giving for it is truly better to give than to receive.\r\nTo my dear friend, Barbara, thank you for taking the time to offer me such a wonderful gift to share with such a wonderful community. This article is credited and dedicated to you. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all from Beautique Lash &amp; Brow.', 'Giving the gift of time', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'giving-the-gift-of-time', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:39:40', '2011-12-22 14:39:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4746', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4748, 4, '2011-12-22 09:40:54', '2011-12-22 14:40:54', 'By Mark Siegel, MD\r\n\r\nThe holiday shopping season is in full swing for retailers as well as shoppers who are eager to purchase everything on their lists.  But, when it comes to toys and gifts, the lowest sale price may not be the safest for children.\r\nThe U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates in its most recent report that hospital emergency rooms treated 251,700 toy-related injuries in 2010 throughout the United States.  Of that number, 72 percent of injuries were to those less than 15 years of age.\r\nAdditionally, the CPSC found that 46 percent of the estimated 251,700 ER-treated injuries occurred to the head and face area. Lacerations, abrasions and contusions made up most of these injuries.\r\nThe American Academy of Ophthalmology has declared December as Safe Toys and Gifts Awareness Month.  The group encourages everyone to make conscientious purchasing decisions based on what is best for each individual child.\r\nIn the excitement of the season, sometimes we may forget that not every gift is appropriate for every child. By taking a few, easy safety precautions, we can keep the holidays happy for everyone!\r\nMy advice:\r\n• Make recommendations to family members and friends about gifts that you feel are appropriate for your child.  Be diligent about inspecting these gifts before allowing your child to play with them.\r\n• Inspect all toys before purchasing.  Monitor toys that your child has received as gifts to make sure they are appropriate for your child’s age and developmental level.\r\n• For younger children, avoid play sets with small magnets and make sure batteries are secured within the toy. If magnets or batteries are ingested, serious injuries and/or death can occur.\r\n• Gifts of sports equipment should always be accompanied by protective gear (such as a basketball along with eye goggles or a face guard with a new batting helmet for baseball or softball).\r\nHere’s wishing everyone a safe and happy Holiday Season.', 'Children should spend the holidays with friends and family, not in the emergency room', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'children-should-spend-the-holidays-with-friends-and-family-not-in-the-emergency-room', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:40:54', '2011-12-22 14:40:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4748', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4750, 4, '2011-12-22 09:42:32', '2011-12-22 14:42:32', 'By Danette Vernon\r\nFirst, why do people get fat?\r\nWe are all suffering from an overload of sugar that we consume, overtly and covertly. We are heavy on dessert and snacks in this country. It is however, the sugar in average foods outside of dessert, and the carbohydrates we tend to serve with each meal — bread, pasta, etc — that really add to our daily “sugar load.”\r\nSome of this sugar, once ingested, will be used immediately as energy, but the rest must be dealt with right away as it is toxic to the cells, arteries, and tissues. Insulin is secreted and the insulin runs this excess sugar to the liver and muscles. But there is only so much “room at the inn,” and when our liver and muscles are “full,” the excess ends up in fat cells.\r\nInsulin then keeps this fat stored, right along with the last piece of pie we ate, for later use. This storage unit of “locked in” fat and sugar will never be accessed  because before we get a chance to use it, we have another snack, or a heaping helping of red rice, or a big sub sandwich! And if most of what we eat is stored away due to the high sugar content, there will not be much energy circulating to keep our body going. So now we need more food just to keep moving!\r\nBut how much can we eat to keep up with this cycle of eating sugar and storing sugar? Our body must make a choice, and make a choice it will.  Your body will slow way down at the cellular level to conserve energy, with the end result being a slow metabolism. Now we are hungry, feel tired, AND we’re over-weight! Sound familiar?\r\nGo on a diet, exercise, right? Well, if there is very little fat available to burn for energy, and we start to eat less, the body just slows down even more — then we join the gym. Where o where will your body get the energy to work out? Your body is stuffed full of sugar, or carbs stored as sugar, yet it has no access to the energy this stored fat and sugar represent. What to do?\r\nTake the advice of the U.S. government: 50% of your diet should be fruits and vegetables, and then tweek that number a bit to 75%, focusing on vegetables first and gradually adding fruits. Eat simply, fruits, vegetables, and lean meats, cutting back or eliminating sugar and carbs in the form of bread and pasta, etc.. Exercise? Use the same method that high end athletes do —high intensity, short-duration exercise. This type of exercise has a stimulating effect on our metabolism, while long-duration workouts serve as an unrelenting stressor to the body, cueing it to shut down metabolic activity, to once again conserve energy.  Twenty minutes twice a week is all you need to get started.\r\nIf you’d like further information, please call Therapeutic Solutions at 843-524-2554.\r\n\r\n<em>Theraputic Solutions: Offering a unique approach to your active health care needs using a variety of healing modalities, nutritional and wellness coaching to empower you to a new state of health and well-being. 73 Sams Point Road, 524-2554.</em>', 'Why, if you are overweight, are you constantly hungry?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'why-if-you-are-overweight-are-you-constantly-hungry', '', '', '2012-06-18 13:00:37', '2012-06-18 17:00:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4750', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4752, 4, '2011-12-22 09:43:54', '2011-12-22 14:43:54', 'By Wendy Zara\r\n\r\nKnowing that financial markets are constantly changing, it’s often hard to gauge when the best time would be to jump in.  Trying to time your investments in this way can cause you undue stress and cost you financially when you try to invest by guessing when the market has hit the “top” or the “bottom.”  Fortunately, however, there are several timeless strategies that can help you eliminate the emotional component, and get you on the right track to successful investing.\r\n<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Wells-Fargo-Wendy-Zara-1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-4753\" title=\"Wells Fargo-Wendy Zara\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Wells-Fargo-Wendy-Zara-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Think long term. While past performance is never a guarantee of future results, the markets have historically performed well over the long run.  Investors who have developed the discipline and patience to stay the course over the long run, despite market fluctuations, have generally experienced more favorable results.\r\nPatiently accept volatility. Building on the last point, it’s important to realize that market highs and lows are a natural occurrence, and should be considered a normal part of investing.  Once you accept that fact, you can prepare yourself to resist the emotional urges to jump in and out of the market based solely on its current direction.\r\nStay in the market. Some investors attempt to time the market.  When it’s down, they sit on the sidelines waiting for it to rally before they get in on the action.  Conversely, when the market is up, they wait for a correction so they can buy at what they see as bargain rates.  Moving in and out of the market by timing its ups and downs is a skill not even the most seasoned investment professionals have mastered.  Consistent investment — in both up and down markets — should produce more reliable results over time.\r\nDiversify.  Possibly one of the most important investment principles —and at the same time most overlooked — is the need for careful asset allocation.  The popular adage that tells you not to keep all your eggs in one basket is especially true when it comes to your investments.  A well-diversified portfolio should include complementary asset classes, so they can cushion each other against the effects of market downturns and lower your portfolio’s overall risk.\r\nWatch your asset allocation.  Even if you properly diversify your portfolio in the beginning, changing markets will affect the value of your investments and could alter your actual allocation.  Consistent reviews will help you identify when your portfolio needs to be rebalanced, helping you maintain a proper asset mix.  Bear in mind that asset allocation does not protect against fluctuating prices and uncertain returns.\r\nPay yourself first. You may have heard this before, but it’s certainly worth repeating:  Save first and then spend what you have left, rather than spending first and saving what you have left.  Inevitably, if you attempt to do the latter, you’ll often find there’s nothing left to save.\r\nReinvest dividends. Many quality companies have a history of paying dividends, regardless of overall stock market performance.  Reinvesting these dividends offers you an excellent way to easily build your stock positions.\r\nSet goals.  While this may seem like the most basic idea, it’s still one of the most important.  When considering your investments, you need to have a clear idea of where you are, a goal in mind of where you want to go, and then put strategies in place to help you get there.  By incorporating all of the above-mentioned ideas, you will have a guide to help you in all your important investment decisions.\r\n\r\n<em>This article was written by Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Wendy Zara, Associate Vice President - Investments in Beaufort at 843.524.1114. 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.</em>', 'Disciplined investing helps keep emotions in check', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'disciplined-investing-helps-keep-emotions-in-check', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:43:54', '2011-12-22 14:43:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4752', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(4755, 4, '2011-12-22 09:44:36', '2011-12-22 14:44:36', 'By Jack Sparacino\r\nWhile enjoying a piece of (you guessed it) sliced bread recently, it occurred to me that mankind really has made progress lately, despite all the doom and gloom in the news.  We’ve been fortunate, it seems, to have had so many great inventions and product developments make our lives better.  Or at least more interesting.  In the spirit of the holiday season, here’s my list, from best to even better, and I’m sure you’ve got yours.  Maybe we can compare notes.\r\n10. Microwave ovens. I first encountered one of these interesting gadgets while on line for a late snack in college years ago.  There we were, on the ground floor of an archaic cement block dormitory, and a customer just ahead of me was served a hot dog heated up for him in just a few seconds.  Holy mackerel, er, hot dog! Seemed like magic to 20 year old me.  Today we take them for granted and their relative cost has come down nicely, plus they’re designed for more versatile cooking, not just nuking a potato or boiling water.  Why a friend recently told me she uses her microwave to steam open oysters!\r\n9. Almond M&amp;M’s. Like almonds?  Like chocolate? Been doing nice things for others lately? Then it’s time to find a bag to share, these are just too good to leave on the shelf.\r\n8. Large print books.  Where in the world have these things been all my life? (Yes, we actually had these in kindergarten, complete with pictures, but you know what I mean.) I LOVE being able to read a (grown-up) book without squinting and without needing perfect lighting conditions. Now how about large print everything else?\r\n7. Cell phones. This is a tough “call” since they are easily misused, overused, lost, and a potential source of dangerous distractions. But it’s become difficult to imagine life without them, especially when you’re stranded in a remote area and need help. Or you want to order a pizza on the fly.  Smart phones have turned a cute little gizmo into a modern day must-have.\r\n6. Mapquest, GPS and related high tech ways to find out how to get somewhere.  Anywhere.  Even though I think they’ve taken 55% (I did the math) of the fun out of getting lost, since there’s not as much of an excuse for it anymore and you can miss some neat stuff that wasn’t on your route.  Mind you, I can still get lost at the drop of a hat.  Any hat.\r\n5. Sneakers. How can you enjoy the Lowcountry to the fullest without having something really comfortable on your feet?  Sneakers don’t have to be expensive, they come in cool colors, and are machine washable. (I admit they make a racket in the dryer.)  Want to look like a celebrity?  Wear them with a suit.\r\n5a. Hair gel.  Just kidding.  Wanted to see if you were paying attention!\r\n4. Online shopping. You name it and it’s available on the internet.  Don’t want to leave your house or get out of your pajamas? Want tons of choices?  Want to charge it?  Just point and click and away you go.\r\n3. Air conditioners. Now this invention was an absolute game changer, especially for people trying to live comfortably in hot and humid climates like ours. Willis Carrier, born in 1876 in Angola, N.Y., for you history buffs, should have more statues dedicated to him and his fabulous invention, which saw its first installation when he was all of 26 years old.\r\n2. Google’s search engine (in an absolute SQUEAKER over #3).  Anyone who’s got a computer and can get on the internet now has easy access to an almost unimaginable amount of information on just about any conceivable subject under the sun, moon, stars, or surface of the ocean.  It’s almost too easy now to find and learn something quickly.  Almost.\r\n1. All the amazing new medical technology now used to diagnose and treat everything from minor fractures to cancer. Just imagine turning the clock back a couple hundred years and you really don’t feel well, why it’s enough to make you sick when you contemplate what you would have been up against.  Then consider all that’s available to help you today.\r\nThere. Ten wonderful new things to be grateful for.  Life is good. Pass the bread, please.  And happy holidays!', 'Happy Holidays: The 10 best things since sliced bread', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'happy-holidays-the-10-best-things-since-sliced-bread', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:44:36', '2011-12-22 14:44:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4755', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4757, 4, '2011-12-22 09:50:43', '2011-12-22 14:50:43', 'By Christy Trumps\r\nI‘m not sure that I count as a native Beaufortonian; I’ve lived here since 1978 — 31 of my 50 years — when my family moved here from Louisiana. I was a college student when we came across country, and though Beaufort was a very small town, it was an exciting move for me. My hometown was even smaller, a town filled with industry and pollution, and the same people I had known all of my life. I had never seen such beauty in nature and architecture, known such rich history and culture, or met so many interesting people. I immediately fell in love with the Lowcountry. I loved its forts and its church ruins, its antebellum homes and plantations, Penn Center, the Atlantic Ocean, the “mushroom houses” on Fripp Island, the lighthouses on Hunting Island and Sea Pines, the ghost stories about the Castle and Fort Fremont and day trips to romantic Savannah and Charleston.\r\nMy dad had bought Royal Pines Country Club and we lived there for over 15 years. In those days, you could drive down Sams Point Road and never pass another car. The only grocery store on Lady’s Island was the Red and White. Captain Geech’s and The Lighthouse Deli were the only restaurants. But just like it is now, Beaufort was populated then with warm, welcoming and enlightening people who had lived all over the world. Royal Pines, at that time, was largely inhabited by retired military — many of them Marines, but other branches as well. There were a slew of four and five star generals who had played major roles in World War II and had some stories to tell. Beaufort had people who wrote books and people about whom books were written; politicians from the world stage like Bill Verity, Ronald Regan’s Secretary of Commerce.\r\nHenry C. Chambers Waterfront Park was fairly new. We ate at the Yankee and in the hospital cafeteria — pretty much the only places you could get a “plate lunch” for a while. We shopped at Bay Street Fashions and Foxbow downtown. Tootie led the city parades and swept Bay Street. Not long after we moved here, Hollywood discovered Beaufort and began to make movies on our islands, like “The Great Santini” and “The Big Chill” and we all enjoyed the tales of “who saw what celebrity where.” Steve and Marianne Harrison moved from New York, opened the Rhett House Inn and used their connections to feature Beaufort in high profile publications in New York and throughout the northeast. Alcoa Corporation started developing Dataw Island and Bill Cochrane spurred the Main Street Beaufort program which revitalized downtown Beaufort.\r\nThose were exciting days as we watched Beaufort start to grow and grow and grow. We have celebrated many happy times here like weddings and births, and we have buried two of our beloved family members.\r\nBeaufort has changed tremendously — our Catholic parish has grown from just 30 families to over 1,000 families in that time — but for me it still retains the charm and wonder. The small town spirit with the metropolitan flavor, the richness of character and history and the astounding God-given and man-made beauty that keeps us counting our blessings that we have been given the gift of living here.\r\n\r\n<em>Beaufort Then &amp; Now: This moment in Beaufort’s history is an excerpt from the book “Beaufort ... Then and Now,” an anthology of memories compiled by Holly Kearns Lambert. Copies of this book may be purchased at Beaufort Book Store. For information or to contribute your memory, contact Holly at lowcountrymemories@hotmail.com or beaufortmemories@gmail.com.</em>', 'History with Holly: Watching Beaufort grow ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'history-with-holly-watching-beaufort-grow', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:50:43', '2011-12-22 14:50:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4757', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4760, 4, '2011-12-22 09:52:18', '2011-12-22 14:52:18', 'The Gov. Paul Hamilton Chapter of the South Carolina Society Sons of the American Revolution held its Annual Dinner Meeting on Thursday, December 15 at the Dataw Island Club.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4761\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"SAR 2012 officers.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/SAR-2012-Officers1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4761\" title=\"SAR 2012 Officers1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/SAR-2012-Officers1-300x214.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"214\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nFeatured speaker for the evening was Mark Anthony, President of the South Carolina Society of the Sons of the American Revolution who shared with the members news that South Carolina will host the 124th Annual Congress of the SAR in Greenville in July 2014.  Extensive preparations are already underway to welcome more than 500 members of the SAR from across the United States for the annual weeklong event.\r\nOutgoing President H. Wayne Cousar reported that the Chapter had gained 11 new members in the Society this year, bringing the number for the Gov. Hamilton Chapter here in Beaufort to 54 compatriots. During the meeting President Cousar swore in two new members, compatriots Bob Sadler and Paul Steele. Andy Beall, SC State Chairman of the Eagle Scout Scholarship program reported on the growing interest in the scholarships offered to Eagle Scouts by the Society.\r\nSC President Anthony swore in Joseph B. “Jody” Henson, Jr. as President of the Gov. Hamilton Chapter for 2012, as well as the following officers of the chapter:  Michael H. Keyserling, Vice President; J. Thomas Mikell, Secretary/Treasurer; Carroll L. Crowther, Registrar; C. Dean Cullison, Genealogist; Walter F. Lubkin, Chaplain; Franklin L. Wood, Color Sgt.; Claude N. Dinkins, JROTC Chairman; Andrew J. Beall, Eagle Scout Scholarship; and Peter A. Dickerson, Historian,-Public Relations.', 'SAR holds annual dinner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sar-holds-annual-dinner', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:52:18', '2011-12-22 14:52:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4760', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4763, 4, '2011-12-22 09:53:12', '2011-12-22 14:53:12', 'By Terry Sweeney\r\nAround the Christmas holidays on the first chilly evening of the year, I like to break out a bottle of my peppery, tummy-warming, ruby-colored old friend ... Zinfandel. It pairs beautifully with turkey, or duck, or chicken and even more magnificently with all three at the same time in the infamous “Turducken!” (A turkey with a whole chicken and a whole duck stuffed inside it.) Zinfandel and Turducken are a match made in gourmet heaven! I dare even Martha Stewart to challenge that culinary observation. Fry a turkey in your backyard and break out the Zinfandel and I guarantee you’ll have the entire trailer park eating out of your hand.\r\nBut Zinfandel is a magical elixir that for some reason has not always been that popular down in these parts, which is crazy because its smokey, yet supple, dark cherry goodness also pairs beautifully with that Southern staple barbecue. And talk about national pride — Zinfandel is American as a wine can be. Well, at least that’s what everyone in the wine world believed for years till some nosey body did some DNA testing on some old zin vines and discovered it was from Croatia.   Zinfandel may be the first illegal alien wine to have sneaked past our borders.  I don’t care.  I need it.  I want it and it’s not Christmas without it!\r\nSo when I was addressing my Christmas cards this year, I broke out a $25 bottle of the stuff that a friend had given me as a gift.  It was a mighty tasty 2007 Zinfandel from the Green and Red Vineyard in Napa Valley.  The vineyard is named for its “red iron soils veined with green serpentine”  or so it says on their website. But more important to my palate was that it had a yummy dark cherry/raspberry silky feel to it with just a hint of the sage that grows on the steep hills on the east side of Napa.\r\nPopping pieces of aged parmagiano into my mouth, I joyfully hummed along with the Christmas carols on my iPod thinking contentedly that my rich friend cherished me enough to give me a bottle of this divinely spiced stellar wine.  That is until — there suddenly wasn’t a drop left. Couldn’t she have cherished me a little more?!  Would it have killed her to give me two bottles of this stuff?!!  She’s a one percenter for God’s sake!!! Hey ... it says right on the website you get 10% discount on six bottles!  Now that I think about it, I’ve been “Scrooged!”\r\nNow here I am high and dry and still have a  rotten pile of feel good Merry Christmas cards to address.  I definitely feel a dark cloud hovering over my former holiday good spirits. I pity the next Christmas card addressee. Suddenly realizing I don’t have their new address, I call my friends Lois and Frank  in L.A. to get it. Instead all I get is a machine.  I leave them a polite message but there is a slight edge to my voice. “Hi guys ... Merry Christmas ... it’s Terry ... I need to know where to send your Christmas card ... call me.”\r\n“Really!” I say to Lanier “I don’t know why I bother. We haven’t heard a peep out of them for two years.”\r\n“Out of who?” Lanier asks.\r\nMe: “Lois and Frank ... It’s been two years.”\r\nLanier: “Maybe they dropped us.”\r\nMe: “That would be the best present I ever got from those two losers.”\r\nLanier: “They’re both crazy!”\r\nMe:  “All aboard the crazy train!!!  She’s the locomotive and he’s the caboose!!”\r\nLanier: (singing) “Craaaazy!!!”\r\nMe: “They both belong in the nut house!”\r\nLanier: ( still singing) “Craaaazy!”\r\nMe: “Insane! The two of them!! Two self absorbed narcissists that think they’re so great! Yeah! Two great big A-holes!!!!”\r\nLanier and I join together for a final chorus of “CRAAAA-ZY!”\r\nSuddenly we hear a tiny automated voice on my cell phone say: “If you are satisfied with your message, press 1.”\r\nOH SWEET JESUS IN THE MORNING!!!! THIS WAS ALL RECORDED ON THEIR ANSWERING MACHINE!!!\r\nI quickly press a different button to erase my message and rerecord: “Just thinking of you two like we always do this time of year. Merry Christmas.”  Whew!\r\nThe obvious moral of this story is that it is better to run out of Christmas cards than wine.\r\nMerry Christmas, everybody!!\r\nP.S. My gift to y’all is this tip: The Bogle Old Vine Zinfandel at Bill’s Liquor for under $10 is my go-to Zin when I’m paying. The bottle is oh-so- fab looking and it makes a great gift!', 'The Happy Winos: Zin the Spirit of Christmas', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-happy-winos-zin-the-spirit-of-christmas', '', '', '2011-12-22 09:53:12', '2011-12-22 14:53:12', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4763', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4765, 4, '2011-12-22 09:57:05', '2011-12-22 14:57:05', 'December 19, 2011, through January 2, 2012: SCHOOL IS OUT!\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Food-drive2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-4766\" title=\"Food drive2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Food-drive2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Lady’s Island Elementary’s Christmas Food Drive\r\nThe last week of school before winter break Lady’s Island Elementary School students in grades K-4 collected over 1,000 nonperishable food items. These items were donated to HELP of Beaufort to be distributed to families in need in our community. Mrs. Black’s 4th class was the overall winner, collecting over 120 food items. Way to go Ospreys!\r\n\r\nPoinsettia composting project\r\nBeaufort Elementary School is doing a pumpkin and poinsettia composting project and are in need of poinsettias. Don’t throw out any dying poinsettias. Give them to the front office and they will make sure students add it to the composting bin.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Habitat1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4767\" title=\"Habitat1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Habitat1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>Interns with Habitat for Humanity\r\nBeaufort Academy students spent three days working with Habitat for Humanity on the construction (mostly roofing) of the Penn House on St. Helena, and two days working on campus.  From left to right: Project advisor Dennis Smith, high school students Tommy Fang, Courtney Smith, Finn Koppernaes, Conner Akers, Billy Dailey, and Mary Catherine Carmody.\r\n\r\nThe Polar Express at Broad River Elementary School\r\nAfter reading “The Polar Express,” Mrs. Ruge’s 5th grade students from Broad River Elementary enjoyed building their own village. They made edible graham cracker houses using every kind of candy they could find. After wards, they warmed themselves by the fire (a.k.a. Promethean board).', 'School briefs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-15', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:44', '2018-07-12 15:04:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4765', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4769, 4, '2011-12-22 10:02:09', '2011-12-22 15:02:09', 'By Lanier Laney\r\n\r\nHow Will and Deena McCullough met, in Deena’s own words:\r\n“I was driving back from visiting my dad in Vero Beach, Fa., to my home in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, on Dec. 30,1995. I had been traveling for about nine hours with a good hour or more of it in sync with a green Camaro.  The sun was starting to set, and I was hitting a curve on I-77 with the Camaro in front of me. I could see the cropped hair cut.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4770\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Deena and Will McCullough.\"]<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Profile-Deena-and-Will-McCullough-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4770\" title=\"Profile-Deena and Will McCullough\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Profile-Deena-and-Will-McCullough-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nAlways being attracted to a buzz cut, I pulled aside of the green Camaro to check out the driver. Luckily he chose to glance over and smile, which put me on the spot of either trying to play off like I wasn’t looking or smile back and wave.  Which is what I did.  He beckoned me later down the road to pull off because he needed gas. Deciding I must be out of my mind, I did.  I didn’t get out of my car though, credit for that! He came over to my car, my window down just a bit, with me checking him out in my side view mirror gasping “he’s so gorgeous!”  He told me he wasn’t an axe murderer or anything. (Phew, I was glad we got that all cleared up!) and asked if I would get a bite to eat with him a little down the road and I did. We have been blissfully married for 14 years.”\r\nFast forward to 2011 and all the cute new houses in Midtown Square — or as I like to call it “McCulloughville” — where Deena and Will are the listing agents who’ve been responsible for marketing and sales in this new downtown community. The project, launched early this past summer, has been an incredible success, with only three residential properties now remaining available. Who knew a chance meeting on the interstate would help lead Beaufort out of its economic slump 14 years later, not to mention bring two wonderful new souls into the world, their kids Keara (13) and Cooper (6).\r\nAfter meeting and dating, Deena followed Will back to Beaufort where he was a drill instructor at Parris Island. Deena had a degree in accounting and got a job with a local bookkeeping agency.  She and Will decided Beaufort was an ideal place to call home and raise a family, so after 10 years of service, Will left the Marine Corps and together they opened a local martial arts school called “McCullough Submission Fighting.” The school did quite well and they eventually got to the point where they were able to begin purchasing investment property for themselves. Will initially got his real estate license just in order to better manage their own transactions.\r\nBut after awhile, friends began asking them to assist them with their transactions too. Pretty soon, everything snowballed and they made the decision to sell their school and pursue real estate full time. They haven’t looked back since.\r\nToday they work together, side by side, as a real estate team at Lowcountry Real Estate.\r\nSays Will, “We don’t do separate projects.  Instead, we work as a single unit, with each of us focusing on the aspects of a given project, transaction or task that best suits our individual strengths. We’re very ‘Yin-Yang’ so this works exceptionally well for us and, as we’ve worked side by side so long together, we can pretty much look at a given task, say ‘go’ and just automatically start putting it together from our own individual perspectives. It’s a lot of fun.”\r\nSays Will, “It’s been an absolute pleasure being responsible for the marketing and sales at Midtown Square and we both very much look forward to having the opportunity to represent comparable future projects in the local community.”\r\nThey both love Beaufort and are very happy to be Beaufortonians by choice. Says Will, “We really connect with the small town ‘everyone knows everyone’ atmosphere and very much enjoy spending time relaxing with friends — especially on and near the water.  We appreciate the history, culture and climate of the Beaufort area and, having lived all over the world, could never again comprehend calling anywhere else home.”\r\nAdds Deena, “I love living in a town where you are always going to run into someone you know but there is always a chance to meet someone new with the tourists and military regularly coming through. I love the mix of Beaufortonians coming from all parts of the country and that friends come from many different walks of life. I find it a privilege to live in this beautiful place and am happy to know that I found the town I always want to call home.”\r\nTheir daughter Keara has done competitive gymnastics and is currently a cheerleader for her school and has a natural talent for running.  She is going to be competing in track this February for her school (Lady’s Island Middle). Cooper just entered kindergarten at Lady’s Island Elementary this year. “He is a genuinely kind and sweet little boy,” says Deena and a natural swimmer whom she swears must sprout gills. Keara and Cooper also love practicing martial arts with Dad. Both parents have multiple black belts, so don’t even think about crossing these two in a real estate deal.\r\nWe can all take pride that the McCulloughs chose to call Beaufort home.\r\nWill and Deena McCullough can be reached at Lowcountry Real Estate in Beaufort Direct Line: 843-441-8286.', 'Will and Deena McCullough: From I-77 to McCulloughville', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'will-and-deena-mccullough-from-i-77-to-mcculloughville', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:02:09', '2011-12-22 15:02:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4769', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4772, 4, '2011-12-22 10:04:10', '2011-12-22 15:04:10', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Sports-Chess-winners.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4773\" title=\"Sports-Chess winners\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Sports-Chess-winners-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>At the 2011 National Youth Chess tournament (east) in Miami, local chess players Jack McDougall (at left above) and Kevin Rogers (right) played their hearts out to place nationally. Jack, a first grader at Beaufort Academy, placed 12th in the nation. Kevin, a third grader also at Beaufort Academy, placed ninth in the nation. Both boys had the highest score for their team. The BA team was National Champion runner-up, missing the national title by only 3 points. These young men have shown the nation that South Carolina is a chess state.', 'SouthCarolina chess champs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'southcarolina-chess-champs', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:04:10', '2011-12-22 15:04:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4772', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4775, 4, '2011-12-22 10:05:50', '2011-12-22 15:05:50', '[caption id=\"attachment_4776\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Jake Sharp.\"]<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Athlete-of-Week1-12-22-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4776\" title=\"Athlete of Week1 12-22\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Athlete-of-Week1-12-22-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nBeaufort High School wrestling Coach Bill Damude presents this week’s “Athlete of the Week” to Jake Sharp. Jake was the 106 lbs champion at the Silver Fox Invitational Tournament at Dutch Fork. Jake also set a new school record for the quickest pin with a 7 second pin. “Jake has a tremendous work ethic, he works hard in practice from beginning to end. He is smart on the mat and is learning how to win very quickly,” said the coach. Opponents watch out for a swift slam by Jake Sharp.', 'Athlete of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'athlete-of-the-week-7', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:05:50', '2011-12-22 15:05:50', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4775', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4778, 4, '2011-12-22 10:07:15', '2011-12-22 15:07:15', 'Three teams from the B.C. United soccer club played in The Celtic Pride Cup in Savannah on Dec. 3-2 and two teams took first place and the third team took second place.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/B.C.UNITED-12-4-11.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4779\" title=\"B.C.UNITED 12-4-11\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/B.C.UNITED-12-4-11-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>Team name: B.C.United (U10 Boys)\r\nVictory: 2nd place in the high compitition didvision\r\nCoach: Yoshihisa Tanaka\r\nMembers: Back row: Dawson Coleman, Alex Hernandez, Aki Carter, Thomas Holladay, William Tumlin, Benjamin Trask. Front row: Brandon Nugara, Jason Hernandez, Merritt Patterson, Sonny Quntanilla.\r\n\r\nTeam name: Barcelona (U10 Boys)\r\nVictory: Champion in the middle compitition didvision\r\nCoach: Rafael Londono\r\nMembers: Back row, from left, Jesus Morales, Dominic Gerardo, Uriel Zarracan, William Diaz, Tyler Schoeppe, Isaac Florez. Front row: Nicholas Morales, Ethan Misere, Christian Londono, Juan Zuniga, Ethan Goodwin.\r\n\r\nTeam name: Real Madrid (U10 Boys)\r\nVictory: Champion in the less competition division\r\nCoach: Imer Hernandez\r\nMembers: Jeffrey Hernandez, Kevin Morazan, Leandro Hernandez, Alejandro Rodriguez, Brian Canales, Ty’Zah White, Ramiro Garcia and Steven Flores.', 'Soccer teams score', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'soccer-teams-score', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:07:15', '2011-12-22 15:07:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4778', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4781, 4, '2011-12-22 10:08:20', '2011-12-22 15:08:20', 'By Mayor Billy Keyserling\r\n\r\nTo Chief Matt Clancy and the men and women police officers, detectives and investigators who work under your leadership: During this holiday season, and in light of this week’s accomplishments, I want to take a moment to join the citizens of Beaufort in thanking your team for a job well done.\r\nNo matter the circumstance, your officers are on the spot upholding the highest level of public safety possible for the people of our hometown.\r\nWe are fortunate to have a great law enforcement team under your leadership.\r\nHere are some Beaufort Police Department press releases describing recent accomplishments:\r\n\r\nDECEMBER 14: ARREST MADE IN SHOOTING CASE\r\nBeaufort Police Department investigators arrested 20 year-old Roquel Connors in connection with the December 11 fatal shooting that took place at 1700 Salem Road. The incident stemmed from a drug deal that turned into an attempted robbery. The victim drove two other men to meet with Connors in the parking lot of Canal Apartments for a prearranged narcotics purchase. It is alleged that at some point a passenger in the victim’s vehicle attempted to steal drugs and money from Connors and a struggle ensued. Connors is accused of pulling a 9 mm pistol from her purse and firing a shot that struck 51-year-old Mark Kevin Jones who was driving the vehicle, fatally wounding him. Connors has been charged with manslaughter, possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime. The investigation is still ongoing and additional charges and suspects are pending.\r\n\r\nBURGLARY SUSPECT CAUGHT AFTER CHASE AND SEARCH\r\nAt approximately 10 a.m. on December 14, Beaufort Police officers responded to a report of a suspicious person in the area of North Street and Linton Lane. When officers arrived, they observed a man walking towards the old train trestle. The man had a back pack and appeared to be attempting to conceal items under his jacket. When an officer attempted to make contact with the man, he dropped the items and back pack and began to run. Officers lost sight of him in the wooded are behind 1505 Salem Road. A perimeter was set up and Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office K-9 tracking unit was called. The tracking dog picked up the suspect’s scent and he was located and taken into custody. The suspect was identified as 19-year-old Shane Frazier of Burton who was wanted on several warrants. Additional investigation revealed that Frazier had broken into a house on North Street and stolen the items that were in his back pack when he fled the officer. He will be charged in connection to this case as well. Chief Clancy said, “This is an excellent example of neighbors looking out for one another and the community partnership with the police. The witness, patrol officers and K-9 unit worked together seamlessly and a wanted criminal is off the street.”', 'Big thanks to Beaufort Police Department', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'big-thanks-to-beaufort-police-department', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:08:20', '2011-12-22 15:08:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4781', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4783, 4, '2011-12-22 10:11:23', '2011-12-22 15:11:23', 'Beaufort leverages penny sales tax with $12.6M federal grant\r\n\r\nA newly-announced $12.6 million federal grant will jumpstart Beaufort’s Boundary Street Master Plan with major roadway improvements at the intersection of highways SC 170 and US 21 and kick-off long awaited changes to one of the area’s primary retail centers, Beaufort leaders said.\r\nThe goal: Build a better Beaufort through strategic investment in Boundary Street that will create a more scenic entry to the city, provide better commercial and retail locations, improve traffic conditions and make it possible to better utilize privately-owned adjoining properties.\r\n<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/News-BoundaryStreetPlan-illustration-1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4784\" title=\"News-BoundaryStreetPlan illustration\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/News-BoundaryStreetPlan-illustration-300x206.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"206\" /></a>About $13.7 million in local money from the voter-approved penny sales tax originally designated for Beaufort road projects will serve as match funding for the federal grant, officials said.\r\nEarly phases of the project, including realigning the intersection of SC 170 and US 21, will start within months, and most of the heavy work could be completed within three years. The federal grant announced will cover the intersection improvements, purchase of rights of way and the start of work to reshape key strip shopping centers.\r\n“In this economic environment, receiving more than $12 million in federal Department of Transportation funds for our project is huge,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said. “This is the injection of capital we needed to get this major retrofit moving and lay the groundwork for more business and residential opportunities along the important Boundary Street gateway.\r\n“We appreciate the strong support from Senator Lindsey Graham and his capable staff for their support in making this grant possible. We also appreciate the huge investment of time and energy by the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission, and its Office of Civic Investment which researched and wrote our grant application. It was a stellar collaboration by all,” Keyserling said.\r\n“We’re putting our long-range plans into action to build a better Beaufort in our fourth century. We are confident this is one plan that will not linger on a shelf gathering dust,” the mayor said.\r\nThe Boundary Street Redevelopment project is part of a larger effort to reconfigure Beaufort from near the Marine Corps Air Station to annexed areas of Lady’s Island, creating unified and connected neighborhoods designed for people and not just for cars.\r\nA financial impact analysis indicates the local economy will see $5 in benefits for every $1 invested in the Boundary Street Redevelopment District, Beaufort City Manager Scott Dadson said.\r\n“Even in this down economy, we’re seeing good investment in the city. We have new businesses opening, new homes being built and a renewed sense of opportunity,” Dadson said. “When you add in this federal grant and the five-to-one economic impact of the Boundary Street project, we are poised for great things.”\r\nSince 2009, Beaufort issued 51 new business licenses within the Boundary Street corridor, including 25 new licenses in 2011. Additionally, since 2009 there have been 391 building permits issued in the same redevelopment area, valued at more than $22 million.\r\nAt the same time, public investment in projects such as the City Hall and Municipal Courts complex anchor the Boundary Street Redevelopment corridor.\r\nBeaufort City Council adopted the Boundary Street Master Plan in 2006. Since that time, work in progress and in the pipeline includes the partnership with Beaufort County, Beaufort-Jasper Water &amp; Sewer Authority and private investors to convert the former railroad line into a rail-trail for walkers and bicyclists.\r\nOther priorities have been to improve street crosswalks and accelerating the infill of Beaufort, including retrofitting the former City Hall into a fresh market grocery expected to open soon.\r\nThroughout the redevelopment project is the intent to create commercial nodes along Boundary Street that can be safely reached by foot, bicycle, baby strollers, wheelchairs and vehicles.\r\nDesigning shopping centers and retail shops only for vehicular access limits their potential for success, said Jon Verity, chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission.\r\n“The Boundary Street Redevelopment District is the transformational project that will help reshape the entrance to Beaufort for decades and create the best future for business and residential opportunities,” Verity said.\r\nThe area included in the DOT grant is bound by Marsh Street to the east and Robert Smalls Parkway (SC 170) to the west, bordered on the north by the marshes of Albergotti Creek and on the south by Battery Creek. Boundary Street (U.S. Highway 21) is the primary entrance to the city of Beaufort and the City’s National Landmark Historic District. Beaufort City Hall and the County Government Center anchor the east end of the district while the Beaufort Plaza shopping center frames the west end.\r\nThe total cost to construct the Boundary Street Redevelopment District is estimated at $30,393,700. The federal DOT grant will fund almost half of that, with the city’s portion of the Beaufort County One Percent Sales and Use Tax providing another $13.7 million.\r\nCommunities across the country are emphasizing the retrofit of their suburbs, said Craig Lewis from the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission’s Office of Civic Investment. The “retrofit” is needed because of a growing market for multi-unit housing in the suburbs; continued growth in the percentage of jobs in suburban locations; rising gas prices making housing on the periphery less affordable; and local smart growth policies that limit sprawl and redirect growth to what’s already built, he said.\r\nMaking the change locally involves using the form-based zoning codes, working with the S.C. Department of Transportation on road improvements, partnering with the Lowcountry Housing Trust to assist with housing revitalization, rehabbing existing buildings to new uses, and working alongside SCE&amp;G to bury overhead lines.\r\nOver the past year, Beaufort has seen building permits rebound to pre-2008 levels for both commercial and residential construction.\r\nSince last spring, hundreds of Beaufort-area residents and business people have participated in charrettes led by the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission. Already, block-by-block studies are complete for downtown Beaufort and Ribaut Road. The remaining areas of the city will be studied during 2012 and will include additional public meetings for input.\r\nThe conversion of the former Port Royal Railroad line into a recreational trail ties into the Boundary Street project at Beaufort Plaza and provides alternate ways for people to reach destinations, Lewis said. The city is working with Beaufort County to complete the first section of the paved trail by next summer.', 'Boundary Street Redevelopment', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'boundary-street-redevelopment', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:11:23', '2011-12-22 15:11:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4783', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4786, 4, '2011-12-22 10:15:04', '2011-12-22 15:15:04', 'Kicking off Beaufort’s fourth century and saluting its 300 years of history with a bang will be the focus of Founders’ Night II in the city’s Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park on Dec. 31. The event is free and family oriented.\r\nThe event, produced by and featuring noted singer Marlena Smalls, will include musical performances by choirs from Tabernacle Baptist, Carteret Street United Methodist and First Presbyterian churches, Sumitra Stewart, Marlena Smalls and the Delbert Felix Trio; and historical interludes by locals Anita Singleton-Prather, Bill Harvey Jr. and Jeff Evans.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/B300-logo-on-black.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4787\" title=\"B300 logo on black\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/B300-logo-on-black-300x218.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"218\" /></a>Starting at 4:30 p.m. in Waterfront Park, the closing ceremony will end at sunset, around 6, with the bang of booming fireworks over the Beaufort River.\r\n“This is a birthday celebration for our wonderful city, not just to celebrate its founding in 1711 but also to kick off its fourth century of progress,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said. “We want this to be a family affair and we’ll end early enough so people can go out to dinner or get home for New Year’s Eve festivities.”\r\nBetween musical productions, the three readers will present brief snapshots of Beaufort’s history, including the city’s humble beginnings in 1711, economic growth and wars.\r\nBeaufort was founded in 1711 by the English, although its beginnings date back to Spanish explorers in 1514. Beaufort was named for Englishman Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort (1684-1714), one of the Lords Proprietors of Carolina. It was on Jan. 17, 1711, that Beaufort’s formal charter was created.\r\nDuring the closing ceremony, shirts, hats and other memorabilia with the unique Beaufort Tricentennial logo will be sold at a special booth.\r\nAlso, organizers of the Beaufort 300 project are in the final stretch to raise funds for new historical markers in the Waterfront Park. For a $300 investment in Beaufort’s future, donors’ names will be featured on permanent historical monuments in the park commemorating the Tricentennial. Corporate and non-profit sponsorships also are available. For details, call Erin Dean at 524-1116 or visit www.cityofbeaufort.org.\r\nThroughout the year, numerous activities have spotlighted the city’s history, including the first Founders’ Night on Dec. 31, 2010, a “birthday party” featuring the Parris Island Marine Corps Band on Jan. 17, recognitions by area festivals and a November production by Beaufort County public school students that raised money for the Beaufort 300 fund and for teacher mini-grants.\r\nIn the event of rain on Dec. 31, the event will be moved to The Arts Center at Beaufort High, located on Lady’s Island.', 'Beaufort 300th birthday to bow out with a bang', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-300th-birthday-to-bow-out-with-a-bang', '', '', '2011-12-22 10:16:22', '2011-12-22 15:16:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4786', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4791, 4, '2011-12-22 10:22:00', '2011-12-22 15:22:00', 'Three Burton Fire District firefighters received honors and recognition from their peers for their dedication and commitment to the department and the citizens they serve during their annual awards banquet this week.\r\nCaptain Tom Cooper was selected by department members as Burton’s 2011 Officer of the Year. Captain Cooper started with the Burton Fire District in 1985 as a volunteer, and eventually made the fire service a career; rising through the ranks to captain.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4792\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"200\" caption=\"Capt. Tom Cooper\"]<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Burton-Fire-File_Capt.-Tom-Cooper-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4792\" title=\"Burton Fire File_Capt. Tom Cooper\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Burton-Fire-File_Capt.-Tom-Cooper-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nA highly respected fire officer, instructor and investigator both within the department and throughout Beaufort County’s Fire Service, this year Tom spearheaded a home repair project for a fellow firefighter who was injured off duty.\r\n“Capt. Cooper is an integral part of our organization,” stated Burton Fire Chief Harry Rountree, “Capt. Cooper is an experienced emergency scene officer and makes sure his people go home safe at the end of their shift. He loves them and they love him; he is the heart of our Burton family.”\r\nNick D’Angelo was selected by his peers as Burton’s 2011 Firefighter of the Year. Nick was hired in 2008 and has quickly ascended to the rank of Engineer/Emergency Medical Technician. Nick is known for willingly accepting any project that needs to be done, especially using his roofing skills to make station repairs and saving the Burton Fire District and tax payers thousands of dollars in preventive maintenance fees.\r\n“Engineer D’Angelo always represents himself and the District as a professional,” said Chief Rountree. “Nick is a go-to guy.  At Burton we believe in duty, honor and pride,  D’Angelo  exemplifies those words every day.”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4793\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Nick D&#39;Angelo and Chief Rountree\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Burton-Fire_D%E2%80%99Angelo_Rountree.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4793\" title=\"Burton Fire_D’Angelo_Rountree\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Burton-Fire_D%E2%80%99Angelo_Rountree-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nAssistant Chief Randy Wells, Burton’s Medical Operations Officer since 2003, was recognized for his graduation from the National Fire Academy’s Executive Fire Officer Program, a coveted four year national executive leadership program that is attended by fire officers and graduates only a handful of students each year.\r\n“Assistant Chief Wells has achieved something very few in our country’s fire service have, and he will without a doubt increase the exceptional service the Burton Fire District is known for. We are all very proud of him.”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4794\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Assistant Chief Randy Wells\"]<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Burton-Fire_File-Photo_AC-Wells-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4794\" title=\"Burton Fire_File Photo_AC Wells\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Burton-Fire_File-Photo_AC-Wells-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]', 'Burton firefighters honored', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'burton-firefighters-honored', '', '', '2011-12-26 15:03:46', '2011-12-26 20:03:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4791', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4796, 4, '2011-12-22 10:24:36', '2011-12-22 15:24:36', 'By Tess Malijenovsky\r\nThrough February 4, 2012, the Beaufort library presents the Smithsonian exhibition New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music.\r\nThe exhibit has several interactive kiosks dedicated to the music genres of America’s history: jazz, blues, gospel, country, bluegrass, zydeco, Cajun and folk. The roots music reflects American values such as freedom, democracy and diversity, music that often bridged the immigrant experience and the process of becoming an American.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4797\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"The exhibit &quot;New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music&quot; is now on display at the Beaufort library on Scott Street.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/New-Harmonies2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4797\" title=\"New Harmonies2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/New-Harmonies2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Humanities Council of South Carolina worked with the Smithsonian museum of Washington, D.C., to bring the exhibit to the state. The library began the grant process over two years ago to bring New Harmonies to Beaufort and was selected as one of the 12 cities for the tour. “This is the first time the library has had an exhibit of this kind,” said librarian Amanda Brewer, who applied for the grant.\r\n\r\nThe music timeline ranges from the sacred songs of Native Americans and African gospel to the Roots Revival with artists like Bob Dylan. While visitors walk around they can pick up instruments like the banjo, Diddley bow, spoons, washboard or drums and start to jam. Or they can tune into the hillbilly station on Nashville’s WSM radio station from 1927.\r\nLocals will see that the touring exhibit actually holds ties to the region, like the backdrop of the famous painting “That Old Plantation” by John Rose of Beaufort. “The aim of the Smithsonian is that we not only celebrate America’s root music but also our region’s music,” Brewer said.\r\nIn addition, local partners and friends of the Beaufort library have matched the grant and made in-kind donations so that the community can enjoy free concerts, hands-on workshops, lectures and art displays during the exhibit’s stay in town.\r\nAccompanying exhibits that are paying tribute to New Harmonies include “Music within the Art” at Red Piano Too (870 Sea Island Pkwy) and “Celebration of American Music” at the Photography Club of Beaufort (311 Scott Street).\r\nThe exhibit is free and open during library hours. To learn more information or see a schedule of the free music concerts and events, log on to www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/newharmonies.', 'Library exhibit celebrates American roots music', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'library-exhibit-celebrates-american-roots-music', '', '', '2011-12-26 15:02:38', '2011-12-26 20:02:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4796', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(4799, 4, '2011-12-22 10:27:02', '2011-12-22 15:27:02', 'By Tess Malijenovksy\r\n\r\nChristmas — the one special time of the year that American families like to dress up their houses. We’ll put a tall tree in the living room, a wreath just outside the front door or maybe we’ll get dad to nail the icicle lights along the roof gutter. Others say, forget it. Let’s just take a drive, because we’d rather hop in a car with some family and check out the house that never lets us down. That one special house so decked out in Christmas spirit that it looks like Kris Kringle himself descended upon it and said: “Let there be light!”\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4800\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Charles and Ester Daniel take pride in their display at their house on Westwood Circle on Lady’s Island.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Westwood-cir1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4800\" title=\"Westwood cir1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Westwood-cir1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nWestwood Circle: Charles and Ester Daniel\r\nDriving down Parris Island Gateway, Charles and Ester’s luminescent property pops into your line of vision like an airport out of nowhere. A large light-up sign cheers on traffic: “Merry Christmas.” Santa is on the roof in his sleigh with his seven reindeer rigged and preparing for take off, Rudolph’s red shiny nose ready to lead the way. LED reindeer graze the lawn, and bright white lights dust their trees and fence like star snow.\r\n“This is our fifth year and I think we’re going to be doing it forever,” Charles laughed. “The first year that I did it, it was just lights around a couple of trees. Then the grandkids came over the next year and we added more.”\r\nThe beautiful display does come at a cost. The family spends about a month setting up and forks up an extra $250-$400 for the electric bill. But, it’s a feat that the Daniels know the neighbors and children anticipate each year now. The reindeer on the roof is usually the first thing Charles tackles with his engineered pulley system. However, their Christmas display is a gift that in return brings priceless joy.\r\n“I love Christmas because I get joy out of watching everybody else be happy. And I tell you, with these lights I get to see so many kids come back here and they got these big smiles on their faces and it just lights up my whole life,” said Charles.\r\n\r\nMiller Drive:\r\nTom and Sherin Florio\r\n“It’s very much tradition,” says Tom Florio. He and his wife, Sherin, have been setting up their fanfare Christmas wherever they’ve lived along the 40 years of their marriage. “Everyone expects it. It’s almost like the people themselves can’t wait to see it for their own babies.”\r\nAlong with flashing tree lights of all colors, there are giant snow globes sitting in the front yard just beyond the candy-cane fence. Inflatable Santas and Santa dolls are scaling ladders and chimneys. Toy trains circle around his living room and the doorbell chimes Christmas carols! Tom is even known to throw on a Saint Nick suit from time to time and bellow out a great “Ho, Ho, Ho” from the bottom of his heart. Onlookers are welcomed to pull into the semi-circle driveway to get a better look at the animated dolls. Animation, says Tom, is what separates his house from the others.\r\n“The whole issue of this, lighting and all, is for the children, not only mine but the neighborhood children,” says Tom. It brings him the greatest joy to watch the cars stop all day long and have people tell him, “It’s beautiful. We knew you wouldn’t let us down!”\r\nAfter one Christmas, Tom recalls, a family he’d never met left a set of lights by the door with a note that said: Use ‘em next year. It goes to show that the Florios have an expectation to live up to, and each year after Halloween Tom puts in 100 man-hours decorating his house. Eventually the Florios would like to have a backdrop of lights to bring out their “penguin center,” a designated corner of inflatable penguins with toboggans peeping out of their igloos.\r\n\r\nJames F Byrnes Street: Amanda and David Cadd\r\nThe Cadd family gets to work just after Halloween to host an equally impressive display much like a Christmas theme park. Amanda, mother of Dawson, 9, and Andrew, 7, says they do it for their kids. “There’s always that house that you have to have that makes memories for the kids when they’re little,” said Amanda. Her kids like to run around in the Christmas park that is their front yard and ask mom if they can come out again, just once more, before bedtime.\r\nThere are multiple scenes scattered across the yard from a gingerbread house to Mr. and Mrs. Claus to friendly snowmen. “We’re already talking about what to do next year,” Amanda said. The Cadd family actually builds many of their own decorations from wood like the Snoopy and Charlie Brown gang.\r\nIt’s indeed a tradition that comes from another: “I grew up out in the country where there wasn’t a lot of houses, so when we would go to look at lights it was very memorable,” Amanda recalls. “Since we’re able to do this in a location where people will be able to see it, I think that’s what makes it special too.”\r\n\r\nSunset Boulevard:\r\nDawn and Bryan Randel\r\nNewlyweds Dawn and Bryan Randel get the honorable mention for the Most Modern Design. “It’s our first Christmas together and we just wanted to make it special,” said Dawn. Thick strands of white lights coil around the giant pillars in front of their house on Sunset Boulevard to bring out its structure. Large stars also hang at the middle of the pillars. “We used the stars from our wedding reception, so we were recycling too,” laughed Dawn. The combination compliments the house’s architecture with a simple and chic alternative look to seasonal lighting.', 'Let your Christmas Spirit Shine: Homeowners deck their halls with lights ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'let-your-christmas-spirit-shine-homeowners-deck-their-halls-with-lights', '', '', '2011-12-26 15:02:04', '2011-12-26 20:02:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4799', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4812, 4, '2011-12-27 13:22:35', '2011-12-27 18:22:35', 'With the Holiday Season drawing towards a close, don\'t forget to recycle your live Christmas tree with Beaufort County\'s \'Grinding of the Greens\' recycling program.  Drop off your tree for recycling at various locations throughout the County through January 7th.  As a result of this program, free mulch is then available for County residents beginning on the 7th... just bring a container.\r\n\r\nLocations in Northern Beaufort County include Beaufort Plaza at the Plaza Theaters, Naval Heritage Park, Port Royal (by the Naval Hospital, Ribaut Rd), Family Christmas Tree Farm, Pleasant Point Road, and on Sea Island Pkwy next to Huddle House.\r\n\r\nFor more information on the program, you can go to <a href=\"http://www.co.beaufort.sc.us/calendar/events/Grinding-of-the-Greens.php\">http://www.co.beaufort.sc.us/calendar/events/Grinding-of-the-Greens.php</a>, or contact the Keep Beaufort County Beautiful Coordinator, Veronica Miller, at 843-255-2741.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/grindingportroyal.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4813\" title=\"grindingportroyal\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/grindingportroyal-300x167.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"167\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Recycle your Christmas tree with Grinding of the Greens program', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'recycle-your-christmas-tree-with-grinding-of-the-greens-program', '', '', '2011-12-27 13:22:35', '2011-12-27 18:22:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4812', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4817, 4, '2011-12-28 17:54:15', '2011-12-28 22:54:15', 'Pay off the credit card, eat more fiber or lose 15 pounds are a few resolutions we toss out before the fruitcake gets stale. I have never been particularly enthusiastic about making resolutions. Too much stress and expectation for me. But I do appreciate the concept of a fresh start. What if this year, instead of the usual self-based resolutions, we resolve to do something better for those around us? If we start small, say, with our animal companions (who give us love and joy every day of the year), maybe we’d be more likely to stick to a new year resolve.\r\nFor instance, commit to walk your dog every day, even when it’s blustery and chilly and you’d rather huddle on the couch. Few things are more important for your dog’s health and happiness than the opportunity to stretch his legs and read the daily “news” on the local fire hydrant. A daily dog walk is a win-win arrangement.\r\nOr, set aside some “canine quality time” every day to play with, talk to, get your hands on your dog. It’s too easy to overlook our smaller friends when life gets hectic, and most dogs are too polite to complain when they’re bored or lonely.\r\nSenior pets that have been around so long they’re considered part of the furniture particularly appreciate and benefit from personal hands-on time. They have given you their best years and their time is growing short. Commit to spending quality, hands-on time with your old friend.\r\nPlan to have your dog spayed or neutered, if you haven’t already.  Not only will it protect your animal from potential cancers but will prevent accidental litters.\r\nThousands of animals are born in this county only to end up on the streets or dumped at the Beaufort County animal shelter. If your dog is already  “fixed,” why not offer to help your friends or neighbors have their animals spayed or neutered by transporting them to SNACC or the veterinarian or even giving a spay/neuter gift certificate? Or co-op the fee with a group of friends. Spaying and neutering is cheap, but saving lives is priceless.\r\nResolve to be an Angel for a lonely, chained backyard dog in your neighborhood. I can’t think of a more cruel punishment for these loving, social animals than to be isolated, far away from their human “pack,” with only a few feet to move around in and nothing to do but watch the pounded dirt turn to mud. Engaging the dog’s guardians in conversation about what dogs need — such as companionship, a warm and dry house filled with straw in the winter, fresh food and water every day, and regular veterinary care — is a good start. You might be told to mind your own business (or worse) but sharing your concern with the owner could also be a starting point for a better life for that animal. Offer to take the dog for walks, or offer dog treats and toys. Don’t give up: some lucky dogs have had their entire lives changed because of someone who cared enough to intervene.\r\nSpeak up when you notice neglected or abused pets in your neighborhood.  Call Animal Control if you suspect an animal is in danger or in an abusive situation. This isn’t pleasant, but if you can help even one animal escape a painful life, it is worth it. Shelter staff and rescue group volunteers will thank you for your help.\r\nThere are thousands of animals in Beaufort County in need of help each day. This concept can be overwhelming for many residents. For them, it is easier to turn a blind eye and pretend the problem doesn’t exist or leave it “those other people.” Resolve to become one of those “other people.” Every little bit helps. Financial donations, donations of supplies to the shelter or a rescue group are always appreciated. Resolve this year to volunteer some time: write a letter, make a phone call, be a foster family. Real live animals are helped by your generosity. It’s a great way to start a new year.', 'New year, new resolve', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-year-new-resolve', '', '', '2011-12-28 17:54:15', '2011-12-28 22:54:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4817', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4819, 4, '2011-12-28 17:55:10', '2011-12-28 22:55:10', 'By Celia Strong\r\n\r\nSo here we are at the last week of this year. I know it’s probably the usual to re-look at the best wines I’ve tasted this past year, but, if I’ve shared my info and new finds with you the way I should, we’re all drinking them anyhow by now.  Really, if I’ve shown you all my new finds and favorites all along, that means I either have to repeat myself and bore you or contradict myself. And, since I don’t want to do either,  you know what that means, don’t you? We get to move on to my next current favorite, deal or whatever, like there is nothing big changing this week. So, what we’re going to do is look at just another new wine, another good deal, something that would have been nice weeks ago but is just as good now.  Let’s face it, another new year is another 52 weeks for new wines, new deals and new favorites.  Yay!\r\nFor our wine this week we are going to look at one of my favorite everyday drinking varieties — Sauvignon Blanc.  And, to add to the fun, a wine that I have a bit of personal history with and have lost track of over the years and found again.\r\nSo, here we go to the Loire Valley in France.  Years ago, when I actually started studying wines, the Loire Valley was the only source for good Sauvignon Blancs.  (Obviously you can tell by this that “years ago” means before New Zealand was a wine country with any wines considered worth drinking. and before Sauvignon Blancs were actually made around the world.)  The Loire Valley is a wine region of France that runs from the Atlantic Ocean east for about 350 miles into central France. It starts at the ocean near the city of Nantes in the Muscadet area and goes upstream to the cities of Pouilly-sur-Loire (home of Pouilly Fume) and Sancerre.  (This Eastern end of the river is very close to the region of Burgundy.)\r\nAs it flows from West to East, the Loire changes soils and grape varieties — starting with Muscadet at Nantes, then Chenin Blanc then Sauvignon Blanc, all whites.  For red grapes, which are rarer for the Loire Valley, there are Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet France, Gamay and a tiny bit of Pinot Noir at the Eastern end of the river. Caught between a true southern climate and the northern colder climate of Bordeaux, Loire Valley wines have always been lighter, crisper and shorter-lived than their neighbors,  sparkling wines from Chenin Blanc and Sauvignon Blanc have helped them save wines from colder (which means not always completely ripe grapes) vintages.\r\nFrench citizens have always valued the sparkling wines from the Loire Valley when they could not afford real Champagne. (Way back in 1953 and 1954, when I lived in France for a year thanks to my father’s studying there, my family was introduced to these Loire bubblies. I, of course, was not of legal drinking age then, but what he learned my father passed on to me.)\r\nIn addition to an almost moderate climate, the Loire Valley also has some history that is interesting, and influential on its wines.  Because it was located about a day’s horse-carriage ride southwest of Paris, during the days of French Kings and royalty it was the summer “go-to” spot. The river itself was lovely and cooling and calming, vegetables and fruit grew abundantly, there were plenty of fish and game to have, and — if you had enough money and power (like the King) — you could build your mistress a small chateau down the river a bit from your big one, see her fairly regularly, and your wife, in the big chateau, would never know. (Yeah, right.) All of this meant life along the river was active and very social.  Good food and good wines developed together and became part of the French standards. (Many liqueurs also come from the Loire Valley — Grand Marnier and Chambord included.) Truly, the Loire is an interesting area.\r\nMoving on to our grape for this week, Sauvignon Blanc. This variety’s origins are traced to the Loire Valley and Bordeaux. It is associated genetically with the Carmenere family, now of Chilean fame. At some point in the 18th century, Sauvignon Blanc was paired with Cabernet Franc to make a new variety — Cabernet Sauvignon. (A perfect example of two smaller parents making a really big kid.)\r\nAlong the length of the Loire River, there is a range of soil types. This accounts partly for the large number of different grape varieties that grow successfully there. Sauvignon Blanc is found mostly from the middle of the river around the city of Tours upstream to the great wines in the East — Pouily-Fume and Sancerre.  White wine making in the Loire is characterized by a general avoidance of barrel aging and malolactic fermentation.\r\nBaron Patrick de Ladoucette is the proprietor for our wine. He is well known for his superb Ladoucette Pouilly-Fume.  But, through one side of his family, he was related to the Comte (French for Count) Lafond, a well known Sancerre. Both of these wines have been leaders in world sales for their appellations for years. The Baron took over running the family vineyards in 1972 when he was 20 years old.  He is responsible for establishing their reputation for superior quality and has earned himself the “King of the Loire Valley” nickname.  In 1992, he was my host for a tour of Chateau de Nozet, the family home in Pouily-sur-Loire, and the source for his great Pouilly-Fume wines and a lunch with many of his wines. (Imagine sitting at a Chateau dining room table with the Baron of the Chateau and asking him to pass you the salt.) After lunch, and coffee and cognac from his Cognac vineyards, we strolled outside for a photo of us in front of the Chateau, taken by his family photographer.  Proof that I was there.\r\nMoving beyond the wines of Pouilly-Fume and Sancerre, which can be a bit expensive, the Baron is now making a wine from his vineyards in Tours.  The appellation here for white wines is “Touraine.” The soils are mainly limestone with some blotches of clay mixed in — perfect for Sauvignon Blanc. “Les Deux Tours” is the name on this wine, The Two Towers. The fermentation of this wine is temperature controlled in stainless steel tanks.  This wine is pale golden-green in color and has citrus and floral aromas. There is a lively acidity in it, plenty of body, richness and roundness and a smooth finish. And completely different from New Zealand Sauvignon Blancs. Its usual price is close to $20 a bottle.  But, as usual, we have a deal for you. At $13.97, you can try it for yourself.  And like it.  I’m going to sip through several bottles and remember my day with the Baron.  Enjoy!', 'Savoring Sauvignon Blanc', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'savoring-sauvignon-blanc', '', '', '2011-12-28 17:55:10', '2011-12-28 22:55:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4819', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4821, 4, '2011-12-28 17:56:36', '2011-12-28 22:56:36', 'You may not be able to stop aging, but you can certainly slow the process. That’s the good news Beaufort Memorial Internist Philip Cusumano, MD, will share on Wednesday, January 18, when he presents “New Findings in the Anti-Aging Debate” at the Quality Inn in Beaufort.\r\nThe free lecture will be held from 8 to 9 a.m. A light, continental breakfast will be served. Seating is limited and registration is required.\r\nBased on the best-selling book, “YOU – Staying Young,” by Drs. Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz, Dr. Cusumano’s lecture will explore major causes of aging, nature’s best anti-aging ‘medicines,’ gene expression and how to control it, and practical changes anyone can adopt to make major gains in health, wellness and longevity.\r\n“There is a widespread belief that our genes have the final say in our ability to become and stay healthy, but it’s simply not true,” says Dr. Cusumano, a board-certified internist formerly with the Cleveland Clinic, who recently joined Beaufort Memorial Lady’s Island Internal Medicine. “Three-quarters of our health issues are caused by our own behaviors and lifestyle choices — not our genes.”\r\nThe lecture is part of a new “Life, Lived Better” community series hosted by Beaufort Memorial LifeFit Wellness Services. Series lectures focus on overall wellness, prevention, and health improvements for the best quality of life, and will be held throughout the year.\r\nTo register for “New Findings in the Anti-Aging Debate” call the Beaufort Memorial Hospital registration line at (843) 522-5585, or toll-free at (888) 522-5585, by Friday, January 13. The Quality Inn at Town Center is located at 2001 Boundary Street in Beaufort.\r\nFor information about Beaufort Memorial LifeFit Wellness Services and Dr. Philip Cusumano visit www.bmhsc.org.', 'BMH LifeFit Wellness Services hosts free lecture ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bmh-lifefit-wellness-services-hosts-free-lecture', '', '', '2011-12-28 17:56:36', '2011-12-28 22:56:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4821', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4823, 4, '2011-12-28 17:57:22', '2011-12-28 22:57:22', 'By Takiya Smith\r\n\r\nWith the new year fast approaching, 2011 is about to come to a screeching halt and turn into yet a memory as 2012 marks the beginning of a future to behold. Taking a look back at the year of beauty in review, Beaufort has made tremendous leaps and bounds towards fashion and beauty. Far from being recognized as fashion capitol of the world among the likes of Paris, Milan and Tokyo, Beaufort still proudly boasts a melting pot of culture, history and design like no other.\r\n2011 marked the year of an increased interest in eyelash extensions, lash nutrient systems and growth serums, to name a few.  Latisse, Lavish Lashes and even extreme measures such as lash implants sprinkled the conversations amongst girlfriends, beauty columns and new reports.  This new phase of craze, previously seen in other cities across the West Coast to Midwest, finally reached our small southern town and not one, but two amazing lash and brow businesses gained recognition. Beautique Lash &amp; Brow, a facial spa dedicated solely to lash and brow grooming and enhancement, opened its doors in March of 2010, and Eye Candy Lash &amp; Inspirational Studio — a separate but unique entity — followed suite, opening its doors in October of 2011.\r\nAdding to the grand plan of things, eyebrows also became a forefront in facial sculpting with the introduction of eyebrow threading.  Threading, an ancient method of hair removal that boasts perfectly precise eyebrows, frames and enhances the features of one’s face and is the preferred choice of method amongst celebrities and pop icons.  Known and used for centuries, threading made its way to Western culture over 10 years ago and is now offered in top salons and spas across the country, with Beaufort now being placed on the map as one of those sources.\r\nAnother fabulous beauty addition to the scene was the entrance of semi-permanent mascara.  SPM does exactly as it sounds — it’s mascara that is applied to last for an extended period of time.  The life span of SPM is normally 4-6 weeks, takes about 15-30 minutes to apply and is water resistant, resulting in perfectly coated lashes for days.\r\n2011 has been a “fabu-lash” year and 2012 has much more to offer in the way of fashion, beauty and design.  Marking the eve of the new year, Beautique Lash &amp; Brow will be offering Swarovski Crystal Lash Enhancements to boost and add flash to your lash palette for all those late night parties. Crystals, commonly referred to as “lash bling,” range from small and discreet to bold and flashy and come in all sorts of colors and sizes.  The year of beauty in review has been one of fashion and fun, so let’s make the final night of 2011 one to remember and BLING in the New Year!', 'Bling in the new year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bling-in-the-new-year', '', '', '2011-12-28 17:57:22', '2011-12-28 22:57:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4823', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4825, 4, '2011-12-28 17:58:42', '2011-12-28 22:58:42', 'By Holly Kearns Lambert\r\nGrowing up in Beaufort during the 60s and 70s was carefree and fearless. Windows stayed open all night and doors were never locked. Our parents didn’t think twice about us leaving the house at the crack of dawn and returning in time for dinner. It was safe back then. Everyone knew who everyone was and looked out for each other.\r\nMy neighborhood, Hundred Pines, had families with kids of all ages. There was never a time when you didn’t have someone to play with. If we weren’t building forts on Battery Creek’s river bank, we sold lemonade in the median where Hermitage Road forks north and south. Many an afternoon friends would flock to our front yard to play with daddy’s old parachute. And summer time meant attending two weeks of the Humpty Dumpty Day School — a school-themed babysitting service first initiated by my sister, Connie, and her friends Judy Chambers, Eileen Harvey and Helen Lipson. It was such a success with the neighborhood moms that my friends, Carroll Chambers and Margaret Harvey, and I continued the tradition for several summers.\r\nWhether we walked or rode our bikes, a trip to town always included a stop at Koth’s grocery. There, we bought a bag of freshly boiled peanuts and a fountain drink from Mr. J.M., then hurried across the street to find a shady spot under the bayside oaks. Once we worked our way downtown, we’d run in and out of every store: The Piggly Wiggly on Port Republic, Edwards, Wallace and Danner, Lipsitz’s and the most memorable, Schein’s. You never went into Schein’s without showing Mrs. Bell your hands. She checked to make sure they were clean because we had a tendency to touch every piece of clothing we passed as we worked our way to the coke machine at the back of the store. But the day wouldn’t be complete if we didn’t get to see slingshot yielding Tutti-Frutti blow his whistle and direct traffic.\r\nDepending on the time of year, Saturday afternoons would be spent watching a double feature at the Breeze Theatre, cooking burgers out on the sandbar or swimming at the Lady’s Island Country Club pool under the vigilant eye of our lifeguard, Wallace Thomas.\r\nI recall the “Beaufort Beatles” singing on the blue, shell-shaped stage in the downtown parking lot and waving at “Happy Rain” as she passed by in the Christmas parade.\r\nAnd whether I watched my brother play a “Bubbles” football game or I cheered for the “Ripples” at the Pigeon Point football field, Basil Green was always in the background. There wasn’t a child in Beaufort who hung on a fence or left a snow cone cup on the ground for fear of being caught by Mr. Green. He was strict but fair and I don’t believe anyone who knew him would argue the fact that our parks were anything but the best.\r\nThe memories I have of growing up in Beaufort help me hold on to the things that I loved, the things that helped shape who I became and the things I never want to lose. A happy childhood can never be erased, and I had a happy childhood.\r\n\r\n<em>Beaufort Then &amp; Now: This moment in Beaufort’s history is an excerpt from the book “Beaufort ... Then and Now,” an anthology of memories compiled by Holly Kearns Lambert. Copies of this book may be purchased at Beaufort Book Store. For information or to contribute your memory, contact Holly at lowcountrymemories@hotmail.com or beaufortmemories@gmail.com.</em>', 'History with Holly: Childhood memories ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'history-with-holly-childhood-memories', '', '', '2011-12-28 17:58:42', '2011-12-28 22:58:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4825', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4827, 4, '2011-12-28 18:01:49', '2011-12-28 23:01:49', 'By Cherimie Crane Weatherford\r\n\r\nLike a clean kitchen, a blank piece of paper, and sheets from the dryer, the New Year lends a sense of potential seasoned perfectly with hope and intention. We began 2011 with a cautionary step inherited from the difficulty of 2010. Instead of shock and awe of the destructive path of the economy or the disbelief that one may need to reconsider a budget founded on frivolous frolics, we met 2011 with a Monday mentality of getting the job done or even getting through the day. In 2011, we accepted the challenges begrudgingly, but accepted nonetheless. No longer crying in our cappuccinos, moaning in our mochas, we pulled up our well-worn bootstraps and ran through the mine field dodging and swaying the shrapnel from years of indulgence. We laughed at the scrapes, bandaged the wounds, and roared victoriously at free parking.\r\nNow battered, bruised, and stronger than ever, most of us crawl forward with a sense of accomplishment knowing that, indeed, we survived. No longer cloaked in dismay, we faced 2011 with the knowledge that there is no substitute for hard work, diligence, and friends with wine. The pundits no longer shocked us with financial predictions or woes of economical waves; we shrugged our shoulders and faced the day. Akin to a secret society, a fraternity, even a bridge club, we recognize the members of the survival class without the need for a special handshake, membership card, or lettered ring. Just a nod, a glance, or a sigh signifies a common bond of those who accepted the obstacles and forged on determined remain afloat.\r\nCongratulations, y’all, we made it through another year! After the tumultuous training of two years in the trenches, we greet 2012 with the beautiful shield of experience. Neither the economical roller coaster nor the impetuousness of government can surprise us now. Our Christmas trees come down as our spirits lift up; we made it — some with more grace than others. Many of us slide in at the finish holding on for dear life. Some of us carry others, some even crawl; either way we are all  here now prepared for the start of a new year, a new race, new challenges, and new things we wish we hadn’t put on Facebook.\r\nCheers to each of you. May the new year bring forth a new perspective, a new adventure, an attitude of resilience and a sense of humor when all else fails. Regardless of your personal battle in 2011 — whether it was financial, familial, or the simple distaste for your current station in life — you did it. You are now prepped and primed for whatever direction you choose. Happy 2012, Beaufort.', 'Happy New Year, Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'happy-new-year-beaufort', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:01:49', '2011-12-28 23:01:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4827', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4829, 4, '2011-12-28 18:02:32', '2011-12-28 23:02:32', 'By Jack Sparacino\r\nWell, here comes 2012 at warp speed and with it another opportunity for all of us to consider those pesky New Year’s resolutions.  I now prefer to think of them as goals which can be written almost as if one was developing them for a job or task.  So they need to be specific, measurable, supportive of the larger organization (county or even world?) and of course achievable. That’s the theory, anyway.  Now, for the more personal and humble reality.\r\nDeep breath.  OK, here goes. I will now:\r\n1. Watch where I’m going better, and stop tripping so often over anything more than about an inch high.  This includes sneakers, dog toys, and garden tools.  Also sticks, curbs and lamp tables.  Unless any of these things need tripping over.\r\n2. Watch 25% less distressing national and world news while simultaneously acquiring 25% more actual wisdom about how and why the world around us works the way it does (or doesn’t).  Maybe no news at all on Sundays.\r\n3. Vow to give gardening one more serious try to see if I can get to like it.  I’ve read that gardening is one of THE most popular hobbies in the country.  The trick will be for me to ignore or minimize the bugs, dirt, sweat, and aching back and focus on the lovely results.  I have a hunch that accomplishing this one will really make my wife proud of me.\r\n4. Figure out, once and for all, where socks that go missing after they enter the dryer actually go.  And how they get there.  This one has tremendous leverage and when achieved should make people who like reading mystery novels stand up and take notice.  Maybe NASA would be interested, too. And the National Sock Guild.\r\n5. Remember how to whistle.  I used to be a pretty decent whistler.  Not concert level or anything like that, just on key and enthusiastic.  But my whistle got up and left the building one day.  Wouldn’t it be eerie if it turns out that it went where everyone’s lost socks go when they escape from dryer Alcatraz.\r\n6. Learn how to fly fish.  I had a great offer this year from a friend who is absolutely expert, but it was tied to a specific tournament and I was unable to go.  The first step in this resolution is to get my head straight and stop thinking of fly fishing as arts and crafts.  You know, making your own flies on a nifty workbench with those little tweezers and such.  Wearing those vests with a million little pockets.  And the sometimes dorky hats.\r\n7. Teach 10 people something really useful.  This one involves a slight hedge, since I’m willing to count myself as one of the ten.\r\nThe challenge here will be figuring out what I actually still know that’s valuable without getting on Google or asking my son, who already knows lots of good stuff, including things I forgot.\r\n8. Learn how to make bread.  This one has been evading me for years, probably because so many grocery stores make such good bread.  I’m not sure whether to get a bread making machine or earn my stripes the old fashioned way and do it the way the pioneers did, for example.  Or the people who needed to really get it right for the Earl of Sandwich so they could stay out of sandwich jail.\r\n9. Get used to my neck cracking all the time.  Since no doctor has yet told me it’s serious, maybe the solution is to try yoga or a zen-like attitude readjustment.  Or maybe join a group of people who like to crack their knuckles or chew ice cubes and find out what their secrets of enjoyment are.\r\n10. Make a contribution to world peace OR do a better job of remembering why I walked into a particular room (without having to write it down before). Well, succeeding with the latter resolution would at least generate some peace of mind.  And how do you boil the world peace ocean?  Right. One cup at a time.', 'Almost resolute resolutions', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'almost-resolute-resolutions', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:02:32', '2011-12-28 23:02:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4829', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4831, 4, '2011-12-28 18:03:19', '2011-12-28 23:03:19', 'In its final weeks, the FWDG Coat Drive is pushing to hit 4,500 coats and jackets for Beaufort County families — with hopes that after-Christmas contributions will make this winter a bit warmer for needy families.\r\nNow in its 21st year, the FWDG Coat Drive traditionally sees a bounce in donations immediately after the holidays as families “recycle” older outerwear after people receive new coats and jackets as gifts, said FWDG President Larry Mark.\r\nOver the past two decades, FWDG founders Larry and Robyn Mark have shared more than 37,000 gently-used coats with Beaufort County families in need.   FWDG has once again chosen HELP of Beaufort, Bluffton Self Help and the Deep Well Project on Hilton Head to distribute the donations to families in need.\r\nJackets, coats and sweaters can be dropped off at local collection sites through Dec. 31.\r\n“In these tough economic times, there are more and more local families who need help, and that includes help keeping warm through the winter,” said Mark, president of Furniture Warehouse Design Gallery.\r\n“Recycling jackets, coats and sweaters is good for our environment, but more importantly, it’s good for our community. The economy has put thousands of families in a position where a used coat or jacket can make a big difference in being comfortable this winter,” he said.\r\nAlready, students and families at schools in Beaufort, Seabrook, Bluffton and Hilton Head contributed hundreds of jackets and coats — with Beaufort Middle School alone collecting about 150.\r\nDonations can be dropped off now through Dec. 31 at these locations:\r\n• FWDG, Perimeter Walk, 745 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort\r\n• Beaufort County BB&amp;T branch offices at Beaufort, 95 Port Republic St. and Lady’s Island, 1 Kemmerlin Lane\r\n• Carolina Stamper, 203A Carteret Street, downtown Beaufort\r\n• Omni Health &amp; Fitness, Boundary Street behind Outback.', 'Coat drive makes final push', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coat-drive-makes-final-push', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:03:19', '2011-12-28 23:03:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4831', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4833, 4, '2011-12-28 18:04:10', '2011-12-28 23:04:10', 'By Randy Page\r\n“Everyone is unique and that makes each of us special.”\r\nThat’s not just a sappy greeting card line; it’s a fundamental truth of education. Each person has a unique way of learning, applying and retaining information.\r\nPsychologists give this phenomenon fancy names like “multiple intelligences,” or “learning modalities.” Whatever you call it, the fact remains that different students require different types of instruction and curriculum. Some learn by seeing, others by hearing, and yet others by doing. Standardization doesn’t work in education.\r\nTeachers and parents know this fact, but many politicians and public school administrators seem to have forgotten it.\r\nOver decades, they have taken control away from parents and teachers and made education a one-­size-fits-­all state enterprise.\r\nDay-­to-­day operations at public schools are now driven in precise detail by state and federal mandates.\r\nSchool districts are caged in by onerous regulations and micromanaged by far-­off technocrats.\r\nFor the most part it is the schools’ own fault. Through powerful political lobbying, the school boards and administrators have driven up government funding of public schools year-­after-­year, knowing full well that money comes with complicated strings attached. Ever more money for public education (over $11,700 per student this year alone) has not led to higher student achievement. It has not decreased inequalities between schools in different areas of the state. It has not increased parental engagement in public education. It has, however, made public education a powerful political force.\r\nMany non-­teaching “educators” now have an overriding personal or professional stake in the financial “success” of the system itself. That’s a dangerous thing for students and parents.\r\nExcellent education is student appropriate. It is innovative and adaptive. It is not, and cannot be, standardized and politicized.\r\nThere is a way to turn the system around. We can give parents of all income levels the means and motivation to get more involved in their children’s education. We can support innovation and specialization among schools. We can reverse the trend of one-­size-­fits-­all. That way is School Choice, and it’s proven to have raised student achievement and reduce educational costs in other states. It allows parents — those with the most information and best motivation — to direct their own children’s education. It helps to ensure students are seated in the classroom best suited for their unique learning needs.\r\nFor nearly a decade, lawmakers in South Carolina have debated education choice for families. In that time public school spending has gone up and test scores have dropped.\r\nOrganizations representing the school boards and school bureaucrats have aggressively fought against any move toward a more parent-­driven educational system. Their fear of change has become the stuff of legend in Columbia. This powerful political force has shamelessly cloaked itself in the name of “the children” as it lobbies for its own institutional interests. The choice is simple: either ignore the differences among students and blindly throw ever more money at the one-­size-­fits-­all public school system, or wake up to the realities of individual differences and embrace them through parental choice.\r\n<em>Randy Page is President of South Carolinians for Responsible Government and a board member of the Palmetto Family Council.</em>', 'Each student is unique, special', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'each-student-is-unique-special', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:44', '2018-07-12 15:04:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4833', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4835, 4, '2011-12-28 18:04:47', '2011-12-28 23:04:47', 'University of South Carolina Beaufort psychology students took first place at the annual Quiz Bowl competition at the South Carolina Psychological Association’s 2011 Academic Day, held at the College of Charleston.\r\nUSCB bested eight other teams during the two-hour, seven round competition: Coker College, USC, Clemson University, College of Charleston, Newberry College, The Citadel, Furman University and Lander University.\r\nSecond place went to Furman, and third place was awarded to College of Charleston.\r\nThe USCB team was coached by Assistant Professor, Brandon Cosley, Ph.D  with assistance from faculty member Linda Wilson, Ph.D.\r\nUSCB’s Department of Social Science Chair, Charles Spirrison, Ph.D is thrilled about the victory.  “These students are among our best and brightest.  I am very excited for them.  They have represented themselves, their classmates and professors, and USCB remarkably well.  It is a true pleasure to be associated with them and their educations.”\r\nUSCB Quiz Bowl team members included: Justin Barber, Brittany Cheek, Jenny Dolin, Ian Evans, and Joely Tweel.   All of these students are also members of the USCB Psychology Club. Kate Torborg, Director of Student Life, was thrilled to hear of the student organization’s success. “I am unbelievably proud of this special group of students.”\r\nAccording to Psychology Club Treasurer Tweel, “We were like one mind to the power of five. I don’t think that we could have won if we had been missing any one of our members. We knew each other well enough to have a sense of when to defer to each other.  It was a glorious example of social psych at its best.  And we had incredible coaches. We definitely could not have done so well without their tireless efforts.  Our success proves that we have as good of professors at USCB as you would find at any college anywhere.”\r\nDolin, Vice-President, concurred.  “All of us on the team kept talking about the differences between our school, USCB, and the other larger universities. We decided that we had an edge over the other schools, like Clemson and USC, because we all knew each other and were comfortable.  We know our professors and they know us. It’s  a different dynamic that you cannot find at a bigger university, a  place where you might just be a number. At USCB, it’s the complete  opposite. Professors know you and are interested in your life and  invest in your future. It’s wonderful. And that’s the reason why we did  so well yesterday. Our preparation was impeccable and it was entirely  a team effort, one that I’m proud to have been a part of.”', 'USCB psychology students take first place at quiz bowl', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uscb-psychology-students-take-first-place-at-quiz-bowl', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:44', '2018-07-12 15:04:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4835', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4837, 4, '2011-12-28 18:05:30', '2011-12-28 23:05:30', 'By Tess Malijenovsky\r\n\r\nAfter being chosen as one of the nation’s “100 best Communities for Young People” by the America’s Promise Alliance in 2011, Beaufort County will continue to defend its title into the new year by advertising “beaufort4kids.com.”\r\nOut of the 300 communities across the nation that were nominated for the Alliance’s “100 Best list,” only 29 were added in 2011.\r\n“America’s Promise said that a key strength of our application was the comprehensive array of services and opportunities available for our young people and their families, particularly relating to education and family services,” said Superintendent Valerie Truesdale. “One of the ongoing challenges we face is ensuring that families are aware of those services and opportunities, and this website will help to accomplish that.”\r\nIn an effort to bring awareness to great local resources, three new billboards will go up across the county directing families to “beaufort4kids.com,” an on-line directory of services for children and their families. The website provides a variety of links to local services ranging from recreation to education to transportation.\r\nAdams Outdoor Advertising partnered with the website by providing the billboard space without charge.\r\n“Our hope is that these billboards will make more people aware of the many services and opportunities that are available to help keep their families healthier, happier and more successful in school,” said Cynthia Beilar, general manager of local operations for Adams Outdoor Advertising.\r\nThe county’s strengths are its innovation and efforts in helping young people achieve their potential by graduating from high school, securing a job and playing an active role in America’s economic vitality. It does so by providing youth with after-school programs and health initiatives, such as with YMCA of Beaufort County, the Boys &amp; Girls Club of the Lowcountry and Beaufort County Parks and Leisure Services. Beaufort also provides leadership development opportunities for youth through its annual Beaufort County Youth Leadership Conference.\r\nAlso, Beaufort coordinates a health model made up of 16 local organizations that aim to reduce childhood obesity, increase access to health services, advance health education programs and provide more opportunities for youth to participate in physical activity.', 'Billboards direct families, kids to online services', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'billboards-direct-families-kids-to-online-services', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:44', '2018-07-12 15:04:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4837', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(4840, 4, '2011-12-28 18:09:08', '2011-12-28 23:09:08', 'By Lanier Laney\r\n\r\nAfter 16 years in New York City, Beaufort native Nan Brown returned to Beaufort to open the store of her dreams and in the process met the man of her dreams too — City Councilman Mike Sutton.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4841\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Mike and Nan Sutton\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Profile-Suttons.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4841\" title=\"Profile-Suttons\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Profile-Suttons-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nFirst, the New York City part, in Nan’s own words:\r\n“I went to NYC to be an actress in the 80’s so I did the whole New York acting thing ... spent five years studying with Uta Hagen and HB Studio ... was in the cult film “Swamp Thing” in 1981 (I was Swamp Thing’s sister, Linda Holland) and had another small part in a film called “My Boyfriend’s Back.” It bombed at the box office, it was a film about zombies.\r\nWhen I went to New York I didn’t have a job or a place to live, just packed a bag and went. I slept on a couch of a friend of mine for three weeks and then got a job as an au pair for the first three years I was there.\r\nBut then I got into the catering business after that and spent 11 years as the director of service for an exclusive caterer inside the United Nations and  managed all the private parties there. It was a fascinating, but stressful, job. We handled all the state functions for the Secretary General which meant state luncheons and receptions for all the heads of nations.\r\nThe most fascinating year was the UN’s 50th anniversary where in one room one day we took care of Fidel Castro, Yasir Arafat, Margaret Thatcher, Boris Yeltsin, Bill Clinton, Vaclav Havel and many others — and that was just one day. You name the Head of  State and I probably took care them over that 11 year period. My favorite Secretary General was Kofi Annan.\r\nWe handled all the private receptions for every country in the world and one of my memories that stands out was the night we were doing a reception for Iraq and, as usual, I approached the ambassador (as I did for every function) to introduce myself, put my hand out to shake his  and he pulled his hands behind his back. It was my first introduction to the Muslim world and what they think about women. Thereafter, I decided to let my counterpart, who was a male, do all the Iraqi parties.\r\nMy other favorite story was when Richard Nixon came to lunch and it was a private luncheon for about 20 people and one of the African ambassadors who was attending and was French speaking motioned to me and then his mouth and said the words ‘to speak.’\r\nAnd so I said, ‘You want to speak?’\r\nAnd he shook his head no. ‘To speak. To speak,’ he kept saying.\r\nFinally I figured out he wanted a ‘toothpick!’ And in the middle of this I looked over at Richard Nixon at the head of the table and he was winking at me.”\r\nHer thoughts on Beaufort:\r\n“My father, Ned Brown, who was born here in 1923 on Parris Island, always called it paradise and as I’ve gotten older, I see what he means — it is paradise. I don’t know how many places have the combination of natural beauty and history. The downtown part with a beautiful waterfront park and a shopping district.”\r\nHow did she decide to open Lulu Burgess on Bay Street?\r\nSays Nan, “My friends say they remember me talking about opening a store when I was in college, but I took a long detour to New York City for 16 years and then opened it!\r\nI came back to Beaufort in 2000. My mother was sick and I decided to come back to be with her for the end of her life, and then I opened Lulu Burgess not long after she passed away. I wanted to have a fun, affordable place to shop — a place to find cool gifts for not a lot of money that you didn’t have to drive to Savannah or Charleston for.  And now Lulu Burgess has been open for 11 years.”\r\nHow she met Mike:\r\n“We met in Old Bay Marketplace. He and his brother were the general contractors for the renovation of Bay Marketplace back in 1999-2000 and he was standing in what is now Lulu Burgess and I came in to ‘check my space’ because I had just rented it, it was a pizza parlor at the time. He had on his hardhat — he said he felt like he looked like one of the Village People. So we’ve been together for 11 years, married seven. He asked me to pick a wedding date that he could always remember our anniversary, so we got married on New Year’s Eve.”\r\nMike was born in Jacksonville, Fla., then moved to Fripp Island when he was 6 years old.  His father, Bob Sutton, was the man who brought the dredge up from Georgia in the early development days of Fripp Island. Mike’s family was one of the first families on Fripp. Mike’s business is Sutton Construction and he’s a residential and commercial contractor.\r\nMike’s also been a hardworking city councilman in Beaufort for six years. I asked Nan what was that like. “It’s a tough, thankless job. I go to just about all the meetings and have learned an enormous amount  about city government. The biggest lesson that I’ve learned is before you complain about something, make sure you know both sides of the story.”\r\nI have to say that Lulu Burgess is one of those great and unique stores that really make Beaufort “Beaufort” and her whole team there is super. I remember when I went in there 10 years ago, I thought “what a cool store and town to support a store like this” and that helped me to decide to move here.  I’m sure other people have thought so too.\r\nMike has been a committed city council member over the years and I think we are so lucky to have these two people who have given back so much to all of us here in Beaufort. I’m sure you will join me in wishing them a wonderful wedding anniversary this New Years Eve!\r\nLulu Burgess is located at 917 Bay St.,  Beaufort, SC 29902. (843) 524-5858.', 'From business to politics, Nan and Mike Sutton represent the best of Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'from-business-to-politics-nan-and-mike-sutton-represent-the-best-of-beaufort', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:09:08', '2011-12-28 23:09:08', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4840', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4843, 4, '2011-12-28 18:09:39', '2011-12-28 23:09:39', 'The middle school girls basketball team from Beaufort Academy traveled to St. George, S.C., for the Dorchester Academy Christmas tournament and came away with the championship trophy for the third year in a row.\r\nFive teams — BA, Cathedral Academy, Colleton Prep, Dorchester Academy and Patrick Henry Academy — competed for the crown.  On the first day, Dec. 19, the BA girls had two close games defeating Cathedral Academy 20-18 and Colleton Prep 22-18, earning them a spot in the finals. On the second day, the Eagles faced Colleton Prep which had fought back in the losers’ bracket to the finals. The Eagles jumped out to a 6-0 lead and coasted to a 20-11 victory to bring home the championship trophy once again.\r\nAllison Alvarez led the scoring in all the games and totaled 34 points. Seventh graders Ashley Taylor and Skyler Nuelle were the next highest scorers for BA.  Ashley was also the leading rebounder for the Eagles. Eighth grader Kirsten Floyd was the only player to be part of all three championship teams.  In the championship game, fellow eighth grader Ting O’Regan was a stalwart on defense, holding Colleton’s leading scorer to four points.\r\nCoach Bill Gabrielson was proud of the effort of his entire squad and looks forward to getting back in action against St. Gregory the Great on Wednesday, January 4, on the Eagles’ home court.', 'BA girls get threepeat', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-girls-get-threepeat', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:09:39', '2011-12-28 23:09:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4843', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4845, 4, '2011-12-28 18:10:25', '2011-12-28 23:10:25', 'Wardle Family YMCA is introducing youth cheerleading for the first time ever!  Boys and girls ages 4-10 are encouraged to participate in this exciting sport and registration is open until January 9, 2012.  YMCA cheerleaders will perform at YMCA basketball games and will learn plenty of new cheers by Head Coach Tracy McMurray. The season will officially begin on January 16. The cost is $35 for Y members and $45 for non-members.  There is also a mandatory $55 uniform fee for all participants.  Uniform sizing is necessary for all participants and will take place on January 10 immediately following program registration. All children involved in the program must attend in order to ensure proper fitting. To register, visit the YMCA at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal.  If you have any questions concerning this or any other Y program, please call 843-522-9622 or visit our website at www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com.', 'YMCA introduces youth cheerleading', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ymca-introduces-youth-cheerleading', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:10:25', '2011-12-28 23:10:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4845', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4847, 4, '2011-12-28 18:11:11', '2011-12-28 23:11:11', 'It’s time to break open those holiday bubbles!\r\n\r\nBy Terry Sweeney\r\nNow, I’m no “fizzicist” but I am quite fond of sparkling wines and champagne with their festive little pearls of CO2 that happily tickle my nose and help me forget I have no health insurance.  Perhaps it’s the elegance of the slender glass flute that reassures me that in my hand I hold a liquid invitation to leave the ordinary behind and celebrate the extraordinary.  Dirty dishes, mounds of bills, and a cat that has suddenly taken to pooping on my beautiful white chenille bedspread in the guest room are all magically dismissed from my world and shown the door (especially the cat!). A magic flying carpet of bubbles will take this happy wino up, up, and away this holiday season, and maybe you too if you climb aboard one of these fizzy floats.\r\nNow, since I am half-Sicilian, I must start with that Italian court jester of bubbles — Prosecco. A dear, depressed friend of mine affectionately calls it “Prozac-co” and relies on it to get through the not-always-so-cheery Christmas season.  Don’t get me wrong, it’s great fun to hear sleigh bells ringing and go dashing through the snow.  However, for those of us who now know that Santa’s not really coming to town and for whom the days of train sets and shiny new bikes and piles of beautifully wrapped toys are long gone — well, we need a little help. And for typically under $15 dollars a bottle, you can get it from a Prosecco from the Veneto district of Northwest Italy.  Fresh and citrusy with hints of pears or melons, sometimes dry (labeled “brut”), sometimes deliciously fruity (confusingly labeled “extra dry”), Prosecco is always a guaranteed mood elevator and a reminder not to give up, no matter how much sad sappy Christmas muzak you are bombarded with in every store on God’s earth.  (Are ya listening, Publix?! )\r\nOne important Happy Wino footnote: A delightful concoction of peach puree mixed with Prosecco is called a Bellini.  It’s one of Venice’s most famous cocktails and was invented in Harry’s Bar, which still exists.  Serve it to your guests in your home or better yet, say “screw-em” and fly to Venice and go on a Bellini-bender until Christmas is over!\r\nOf course, not to be forgotten, is my other favorite sparkler from the country of Spain — cava. You’ve seen it in supermarkets and dozens of liquor stores in that dark, mysterious-looking jet black bottle with that unpronounceable name Freixenet (Fresh-shun-nett).  Made in the Penedes region, around Barcelona, this is probably some of the best value bubbly you can find. Made like champagne with the “methode champenoise,” it comes in various delightful variations from super dry to super sweet and is a great aperitif for any holiday party. Pair it with something Spanish like marcona almonds or Spanish olives or even better with a tall good-looking Spaniard, if you can find one.\r\nThis, of course, leaves us with the one and only. (drum roll!) That sparkling French superstar — Champagne!  Breakfast, lunch, dinner, I can’t think of a meal it doesn’t raise out of the gutter and place on a glistening throne of bubbles. New Year’s Eve without Champagne? No way!  Not after the year you’ve had! (or maybe that’s just me I’m talking about). My favorite affordable Champagne is Pol Roger. For me that’s bubbly grape juice of the gods.  Of course, my friend Mariah Carey (who doesn’t know I call her my friend, so please don’t tell her I throw her name around) favors Cristal at $280 a bottle and loves to start her day by drinking it in mimosas with orange juice. Perhaps that’s how we should all get our Vitamin C.\r\nStill, it’s up to you which of your fancy French friends you want to spend Christmas and New Years with.  Maybe it’s Veuve Cliquot, maybe Moet &amp; Chandon, or Perrier Jouet, or Bollinger, or Tattinger or — “oh mon dieu, I’m parched!!” I fill a glass and raise it to my lips and sip. And suddenly, somewhere, I think I still hear Christmas music playing. But wait, it’s not sad. It’s the Champagne of Christmas carols — “Joy To The World!” Happy New Year to all the Happy Winos!!!\r\nCheers!', 'Things that go pop in the night', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'things-that-go-pop-in-the-night', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:11:11', '2011-12-28 23:11:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4847', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4849, 4, '2011-12-28 18:12:18', '2011-12-28 23:12:18', 'By Lanier Laney\r\n\r\nI asked around town to see what was going on for you:\r\n\r\n• Matt Pieper at Tooting Egret has a special five course meal with carefully chosen wines at $100 a person. One seating at 7:30 p.m. with live music. For reservations, call 843-521-4506.\r\n\r\n• Saltus has  a four-course New Year’s Eve Prix Fixe Menu. at $50 per person plus tax and gratuity. Reservations required, call 843-379-3474. DJ Mix Master Milner will host a New Year’s Eve Dance Party beginning at 10 p.m.\r\n\r\n• Plums has The Broke Locals beginning at 10 p.m. with a  countdown at midnight.\r\n\r\n• Donna Lang invites everyone to Breakwater for a New Year’s Eve lobster special and a complimentary champagne toast for those around at midnight.\r\n\r\n• Southern Graces has two seatings for their Decadent New Year’s Eve Dinner at the Beaufort Inn at 6:30 and 9 p.m. Call (843) 379-0555 or email reservations to reservations@southerngracescatering.com\r\n\r\n• Wren has a special prix fixe menu with four seatings at 5, 6, 9 or 10 p.m. Call 524-9463 for reservations.\r\n\r\n• Q on Bay has some nifty New Year’s Eve dinner specials and music by Hebrew Brother. 524-7771.\r\n\r\n• Chef Josh at Bricks says: “We will have a prime rib dinner with black-eyed peas, twice baked potatoes, soup and salad and all the fixings for $16.95. Live music with Short White Irish Guy, dancing, free champagne toast, plus New Year’s giveaways. Free overnight parking, and simply great times.”\r\n\r\n• From all of us at the Island News: Have fun everybody and hope you have a happy, safe and prosperous New Years!!', 'Got New Year\'s Eve plans yet?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'got-new-years-eve-plans-yet', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:12:18', '2011-12-28 23:12:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4849', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4851, 4, '2011-12-28 18:13:53', '2011-12-28 23:13:53', 'Combining its reputation for the most elegant oyster roast in the Lowcountry in a historic setting, Historic Beaufort Foundation will hold its 12th annual roast on the grounds of the iconic Beaufort mansion, Marshlands, on January 13. Scheduled to begin at 6 p.m., the event at 501 Pinckney Street is open to HBF members and the general public.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4852\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Historic Beaufort Foundation’s annual oyster roast fundraiser will be held at Marshlands on Friday, January 13, 2012.\"]<a href=\"https://actionclub.site/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Lifestyle-oyster-roast-1-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4852\" title=\"Lifestyle-oyster roast 1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Lifestyle-oyster-roast-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nMarshlands’ historic site on Beaufort’s waterfront provides a 180-degree view of the river to enjoy while eating oysters, gumbo, hamburgers and hotdogs catered by Plums, an open bar by Reeves Outdoor Catering and blues music by Kirk Dempsey and the Sidestreet Walkers. Craft beers will be provided by Bear Island Distributors.\r\nThe annual oyster roast serves to foster fellowship in the preservation community while gaining new members and funds for the Foundation’s preservation and Verdier House activities. In addition to preserving and protecting historic and cultural sites and advocating for the National Historic Landmark District, HBF operates the ca. 1804 Verdier House, the only historic house museum in Beaufort.\r\nMarshlands, ca. 1814, is listed individually on the National Register of Historic Places and was built by Dr. James Robert Verdier, a pioneer in the successful treatment of yellow fever. The home as it stands today reflects three phases of construction but it remains a classic example of what came to be called the “Beaufort style,” i.e. a raised foundation, wrap-around double porches and projecting rear wings. It has been in the W.B. Harvey family since the early 20th century.\r\nTicket prices have been reduced this year to $45 per person and to $35 for those 35-years-old and younger. Tickets will not be sold at the door and must be purchased by January 6. Tickets may be ordered and charged to a credit card by calling the HBF office at 379-3331. Checks can be mailed to PO Box 11, Beaufort, SC 29901.  The office is open Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. and closed for the holidays December 23 through January 2.', 'History and oysters join for HBF’s 12th annual oyster roast', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'history-and-oysters-join-for-hbfs-12th-annual-oyster-roast', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:13:53', '2011-12-28 23:13:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4851', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4854, 4, '2011-12-28 18:16:15', '2011-12-28 23:16:15', 'By Dr. Charles Bierbauer\r\nMy tribe wears garnet and black.  Yours may garb itself in orange.  Or varying hues of blue and green, even garish combinations of purple and yellow.\r\nMy other tribe flies the palmetto and crescent moon on a field of blue.  I know, I don’t sound like a Carolinian, but I like to think we’ve adopted each other.\r\nA wary Serb once told me, I spoke like a Russian. He had every reason to worry.  It was 1968, and the Russians had just led the Warsaw Pact invasion of nearby Czechoslovakia. And, well, my basic Serbian was based on my much better Russian.\r\nThe Serbs were just one of the tribes of Cold War Yugoslavia, an amalgam of Serbs, Croats, Slovenes, Bosnians, Macedonians, Montenegrins and Kosovars.  I may have left some out.  But at the time, they were Yugoslavs first and tribal ethnicity was sublimated.  All hell broke loose at the end of the Cold War, and the Yugoslavs literally slit each other’s throats, and worse.\r\nTribalism is a cautionary thing.  For a fleeting few hours on a Saturday afternoon, it may cloak itself in high spirits and sporting competition.  The post-game handshakes at midfield are supposed to equate to an armistice.  Verbal slurs lingering days and weeks after are an excess.  Coaches, please note.\r\nAt the recent Liberty Fellowship Summit in Columbia, Walter Isaacson suggested Americans are losing their willingness to resolve our tribal conflicts.  Isaacson, the CEO of the Aspen Institute, is the biographer of Steve Jobs, Albert Einstein and Benjamin Franklin.\r\nFranklin, Isaacson recounted, left Boston and its Puritan elite for Philadelphia where a strong middle class evaded the dictates of tribalism.  Franklin presaged the post-9/11 jingoism against Islam by declaring that in Philadelphia, “even if the Mufti of Constantinople were to send a missionary to preach Mohammedanism to us, he would find a pulpit at his service.”\r\nEinstein, witnessing the communist witch hunts of the 1950s led by Senator Joe McCarthy, observed he’d seen it happen before in the most savage tribalism of Nazi Germany.  But Einstein, according to Isaacson, felt the United States possessed  an internal gyroscope that regularly rights itself. Jobs, more benignly, perhaps, has divided us into cultish tribes — Mac or PC — in which we behold each other’s iconic machine with both envy and disdain.  In Jobs’ case, his biographer tells us, only disdain for what he deemed unworthy competition.\r\nWe are deep into the political season of 2012, and it’s divisive.  Yet we have always managed peaceful transitions of power in our nearing two and a half centuries as a nation.  Even an uncivil war did not deter that, though vestiges of that particular tribalism remain to trouble us. Isaacson raises other concerns in his argument against our parochial tendencies.  Today’s society, he contends, has lost much of the common ground that “used to hold us together.”  The experience of serving in the military is no longer shared across the socio-economic spectrum as it was, for better or worse, prior to the advent of the all volunteer force.  Educational equity has severely devolved.  South Carolina has its “Corridor of Shame” as evidence.\r\nIsaacson, a former editor of Time and chairman of CNN, says we “used to have great communications.”  When CBS’s Walter Cronkite said “that’s the way it is,” that’s the way it was.  Now, we have more information than ever, more venues of communication and greater polarization. That’s Isaacson’s take.  You and I may agree or disagree, all or in part.\r\nThe Liberty Fellowship in South Carolina is the only statewide endeavor in the Aspen Global Leadership Network.  Liberty founder Hayne Hipp told the gathering of nearly 900 from across the state that the goal of this year’s summit was to move from thought and discussion to action for the collective good of South Carolinians. Aspen’s vice president, former Congressman Mickey Edwards, compared the solitary hunting style of tigers to the collaborative pride of lions. “South Carolina needs to be a lion, not a bunch of tigers,“ Edwards told our breakout group.  As near as I could tell, none of the Clemson tribe growled.\r\n“The mission is not consensus; the mission is compromise, “ Edwards continued.  “Compromise doesn’t mean selling out.”\r\nMeanwhile, my wife’s tribe wears Nebraska red.  We’ll have an interesting day watching the Capital One Bowl.  Champagne for the winner.  Two glasses.\r\n<em>Dr. Charles Bierbauer is Dean of the University of South Carolina College of Mass Communications and Information Studies. Recently, Dr. Bierbauer, along with 900 other South Carolinians, attended the second annual Liberty Fellowship Summit in Columbia which is part of the Aspen Institute and has a mission of bringing together a diverse gathering of the top thinkers and leaders from across our state to discuss moving South Carolina forward.</em>', 'Letter to the Editor: The tribes of South Carolina', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letter-to-the-editor-the-tribes-of-south-carolina', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:16:15', '2011-12-28 23:16:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4854', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4856, 4, '2011-12-28 18:17:14', '2011-12-28 23:17:14', 'By Shannon Erickson, R-Beaufort\r\n\r\n‘Tis the season and I will soon return to Columbia for my fifth year as your South Carolina House District 124 Representative.  I want to humbly thank you for the honor of serving you and let you know how much your trust and confidence means to me each and every day.  There is no other place I’d rather be than beautiful Beaufort — except making sure that we have a strong Beaufort voice in Columbia.\r\nSo, some good news: South Carolina is ending the year on a brighter economic note than it began. Indicators in the past few months have rendered several encouraging economic forecasts for the state.\r\nS.C. Economy Continues to Recover: By measuring the state’s sales and income tax collected, South Carolina’s economy is continuing its slow recovery. The state’s general fund revenue was up 6% in November from the same month a year ago. We’re apparently buying more — sales tax collections were up nearly 5%. Personal income tax collections were up 4% while corporate income tax collections were up a whopping 118%. Moody, the credit rating firm, has restored the state’s top rated AAA credit to “stable status.” Earlier this summer, Moody had issued warnings to five AAA rated states saying the debt problems with the federal government could affect their credit worthiness. According to State Treasurer Curtis Loftis, “This affirms our ranking among the best states in the country when it comes to handling our debt obligations.” It also allows the refinancing of a series of bonds saving South Carolina taxpayers $24 million.\r\nMore Tax Money = More Government Spending? I will continue to work to keep that from happening!  We all recognize the tendency for government to increase spending when more of your dollars are collected in taxes. Previous estimates show the legislature will have $900 million more available for the 2012-2013 state budget. Unofficial estimates now put that at 1.3 billion. Our priority must be to adequately fund core functions of government not grow unnecessary programs. Just one example: recession cut-backs diminished our state trooper ranks by nearly 20%.\r\nForecasting the 2012 Legislative Agenda:\r\n1. Comprehensive Tax Reform: Overall, South Carolinians pay lower taxes than most other states, but we can do a better job. I authored a bill last year to remove all the sales tax exemptions (H. 4271 http://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess119_2011-2012/bills/4271.htm) in order to lower our overall state sales tax. Additionally, the S.C. Supreme Court has heard arguments challenging the states’ many sales tax exemptions as unconstitutional. While the justices’ decision looms large and could throw our taxing and revenue system into chaos, alternatives, like mine, are in the works. The House GOP Tax Committee, on which I serve, is moving swiftly to recommend reforms in sales tax exemptions, and property, income taxes and how we can make South Carolina a more fertile ground for businesses.\r\n2. Major Pension Reform: With South Carolina tackling reform of its state pension program in the coming year, it’s important to keep an eye on what other states are doing. Lawmakers in Rhode Island, for example, are encountering similar issues to ours.  They had a choice — keep their state’s pension system as is, forcing big tax increases, service cuts, or both, or change the pension system to improve solvency and control the growth of future obligations. Last month, Rhode Island lawmakers chose the latter. They approved reforms that require certain state workers and teachers to move some of their retirement funds into a 401(k)-style account They also suspended annual cost-of-living raises until their pension funding levels reach 80 percent. They raised age requirements and re-amortized the pension system debt to lower and smooth future payments. Employee contributions will also rise.  Keeping our state retirement system vital is important and will be a large part of this upcoming session.\r\n3. A Responsible Budget: As mentioned above, more revenue is forecasted but how it is spent is vital to our state’s well-being.  Having extra revenue doesn’t mean that we have “extra” money.  Appropriately funding core functions of government, making sure that you, the citizens, see a value in how your tax dollars are invested in our state and not allowing agencies to operate in deficits are important to our state’s fiscal health. We also must remember that when we have debt, it must be paid back and we should save and have adequate funds in the state’s rainy day fund.\r\n4. Senate Action: The South Carolina House passed several key pieces of legislation last year and far too many are sitting in Senate committees or on their crowded docket. A few dedicated senators (Bryant, Davis, Campsen, Gregory, Grooms, Martin, Massey, Shoopman, Verdin come to mind) come to work and are doing their best to do business in the Senate.  Other senators, who affectionately call themselves “the deliberative body,” are not so inclined and find ways with rules and procedures to simply cause movement on vital issues to come to a crawl or complete halt.  Every one of you probably knows someone else in another county of South Carolina and I urge you to contact them and let’s push the state Senate to action from all sides.\r\n5. Continuing Quest for Equitable Education Funding: The broken record message that Beaufort County is a donor county and that doling out education dollars based on property tax values continues to be the order of the day. We made small strides last year when the State House budget pushed away from the “EFA formula” in budget line items and placing “per pupil weighted unit” in its place. But the Senate finance committee did not allow it to remain and the Beaufort delegation had to drop back to “Plan B”, a Senate one-year proviso which allotted a minimal payment of funds to any district not receiving any EFA funding (only Beaufort). With the backing of the Beaufort County Council and the school board, we will continue this work in reforming our state’s antiquated education funding system.\r\nPort Issues: The Army Corps of Engineers recently held a public meeting about its harbor deepening study, giving the public an opportunity to comment and ask questions about the harbor deepening study. With the Panama Canal expansion set to be completed in 2014, East Coast ports will be open to larger ships that require deeper drafts. About 80% of the ships on order now are post-Panamax, meaning they are too large to fit through the canal today. Experts say South Carolina’s deepening project will drive economic investment and jobs in the state.\r\nIn light of the SC DHEC permit allowing the Savannah Port to dredge, I have asked for a meeting with the governor to discuss the ramification of this decision on the Jasper Ocean Terminal. I am deeply troubled by her role in asking DHEC to hear this issue again and the lack of regard for the South Carolina Maritime Commission. Particular concerns are the spoil from the dredging being dumped on the Jasper Ocean Terminal site for the next 50 years and the fact that the Army Corps of Engineers did not consider the Jasper Ocean Terminal as an alternative to the Savannah Port’s dredging since the former would require far less environmental impact.  I will share information as I receive it and look for a meeting on this in early January.', 'A look at the upcoming legislative agenda with Rep. Shannon Erickson', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-look-at-the-upcoming-legislative-agenda-with-rep-shannon-erickson', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:17:14', '2011-12-28 23:17:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4856', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4858, 4, '2011-12-28 18:18:01', '2011-12-28 23:18:01', 'The ‘Pencils Words &amp; Kids’ app is a how-to guide for kids and their mentors to get the words flowing. Learning to write is like weight lifting, every repetition makes you stronger. This app, for iPhones and iPads, is not about grammar and spelling, and it’s good for all ages, like a one room schoolhouse. The creative writing process is presented in 81 entries and 203 photos of kids writing, original artwork, and inspiring scenes. The photos show what real writing looks like, and will fuel stories, essays and poems. Many are scenes from Beaufort. Preview it all at http://sutromedia.com/apps/Pencils_Words_Kids.', '‘Pencils, Words & Kids’ is new creative app', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pencils-words-kids-is-new-creative-app', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:18:01', '2011-12-28 23:18:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4858', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4860, 4, '2011-12-28 18:19:17', '2011-12-28 23:19:17', 'A book signing for “The Boy Project: Notes and Observations of Kara McAllister” by Beaufort author Kami Kinard will be held Tuesday, January 10, 2012. The book, published by Scholastic, is a social science experiment for anyone who’s ever felt that boys were a different species. Meet the author at ARTworks from 4 to 6:30 p.m. in Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary St.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Arts-Book-signing.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4861\" title=\"Arts-Book signing\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Arts-Book-signing-204x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"204\" height=\"300\" /></a>Kami Kinard’s debut novel “The Boy Project: Notes and Observations of Kara McAllister” is a good-hearted look at the trials and tribulations of eighth-grader Kara McAllister who has one huge problem: Kara is the only person in her grade to have never had a boyfriend. Thirteen and wildly creative, Kara McAllister just had her best idea yet. Masked under the pretense of a social experiment for the school science fair, Kara plans to take careful notes on all of the boys in her grade (and a few elsewhere) in order to answer a seemingly simple question: How can she get a boyfriend?\r\nBut, as luck would have it, Kara’s project turns out to be much more complicated than she anticipated. Soon there are secrets, lies, and an embarrassing incident in the boy’s bathroom. Plus, Kara has to deal with mean girls, her slightly spacey BFF, and some surprising uses for duct tape. Still, if Kara’s research leads her to the right boy, everything may just be worth it.\r\nFull of charts and graphs, heart and humor, this hilarious debut will resonate with tweens everywhere.\r\nKami Kinard enjoys writing about the boyfriend quest more than she enjoyed experiencing it. A teaching artist on the SC Arts Commission’s Roster of Approved Artists, she writes from Beaufort where she lives with her husband and two children. You can visit her online at www.kamikinard.com.', 'Author to sign copies  of book ‘The Boy Project’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'author-to-sign-copies-of-book-the-boy-project', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:19:17', '2011-12-28 23:19:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4860', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4863, 4, '2011-12-28 18:20:32', '2011-12-28 23:20:32', 'Start 2012 with a generational look at beauty: James Denmark, the renowned artist and collagist (including a spot in the Absolut collection in Stockholm) and his grandson Dimitri, based in Florida, join forces to fill the spacious gallery at ARTworks with an opening reception Friday, January 6, 2012, from 6-8 p.m., through February 29.\r\nIn his studio in Yemassee, James Denmark creates compositions that go beyond the superficial and transitory. He focuses, instead, on what is eternal and universal.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4864\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\" caption=\"“Cut flowers” by James Denmark.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Arts-Denmark.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4864\" title=\"Arts-Denmark\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/Arts-Denmark-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nDenmark’s work is consistently and eagerly sought after by galleries and collectors worldwide: most notably New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art.\r\n“Trust and faith creates confidence, which allows me to move forward with my work,” stated Denmark. “I leave everything to the spirits. I step back every so often to peek at found collage materials, and to ponder new possibilities. I am a party to improvisation, found materials, and the impact of color.”\r\nBorn in 1935, Denmark was exposed to color and form at an early age by his grandmother, a wire sculptor and quilt artist, by his grandfather, a bricklayer noted for his unique custom design molds, and his mother who was gifted with an intuitive feeling for design and a fastidiousness for detail which she expressed in all aspects of her daily life. This family tradition continues in grandson Dimitri, who is forging his own artistic career as an adult.\r\nJames’ career began as an art teacher in the New York public school system. There he met and was nurtured by an immensely talented community of artists, including abstract expressionists as Jackson Pollack, Clifford Still, and William DeKooning. The African-American masters Norman Lewis, Romare Bearden, Jacob Lawrence, and Ernest Crichlow instilled in him an appreciation of his African-American artistic heritage, and he began experimenting with collage.\r\nDenmark has a natural affinity for the difficult and largely improvisational medium of collage and quickly developed his own unique and easily identifiable style, which can be enjoyed by the public at ARTworks Tuesday through Fridays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday afternoons.\r\nARTworks is located at 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort SC 29902, 843-379-2787. http://www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.', 'Generations: The work of James Denmark & Dimitri Denmark', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'generations-the-work-of-james-denmark-dimitri-denmark', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:20:32', '2011-12-28 23:20:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4863', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4866, 4, '2011-12-28 18:21:16', '2011-12-28 23:21:16', 'Administration, Libraries, PALS, and Courthouse:\r\nAll Beaufort County administrative offices, libraries, Parks and Leisure Services and the County courthouse will be closed Monday, January 2 for the New Year’s holiday and will reopen for business Tuesday, January 3 at 8 a.m.\r\n\r\nConvenience Centers:\r\nAll Beaufort County Solid Waste and Recycling Convenience Centers will close Saturday, December 31 at 1 p.m. for the New Year’s holiday and will remain closed New Year’s Day, Sunday January 1. They will re-open Monday, January 2 and operate as normally scheduled.\r\n\r\nAnimal Shelter:\r\nThe Beaufort County Animal Shelter will be open to the public as usual on New Year’s Eve, Saturday, December 31 and closed to the public Sunday, January 1 and Monday, January 2. The shelter will re-open for business Tuesday, January 3 at 9 a.m. for those turning in an animal or seeking a lost pet.', 'Holiday Closings', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'holiday-closings', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:21:16', '2011-12-28 23:21:16', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4866', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4868, 4, '2011-12-28 18:32:29', '2011-12-28 23:32:29', 'By Tess Malijenovsky\r\nLast week a mobile home went up in flames when a Pop-Tart started shooting flames from a toaster. The wife was just returning from the hospital for the holidays, said Fire Fighter Dan Byrne.\r\nThe Burton firefighters arrived in minutes to the scene on Winsor road in the Shell Point area, but were forced to exit the burning house as the roof weakened and the fire grew beyond their hose line.\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/News-fire-1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-4869\" title=\"News-fire 1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/News-fire-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>In the middle of the operation, a home oxygen tank inside exploded with enough force to result in several 911 calls from the surrounding area and sent firefighters scattering; however, no one was injured. Firefighters from Port Royal and Parris Island were called to the scene for assistance, along with Beaufort County EMS.\r\nThe Beaufort County Fire Scene Investigation Team is conducting an investigation and while the investigation is still ongoing, Burton Fire Chief Harry Rountree states they have no reason or evidence to think there is another cause at this time.\r\nBurton fire officials encourage citizens to research the dangers of pop tarts and toasters, and stress the importance of having home fire extinguishers that are readily available and all household members are knowledgeable in its use.\r\nAccording to Byrne, the family has no homeowner’s insurance. The home was a total loss. A fund has been set up at the Wells Fargo bank on Lady’s Island. To help this family, make a donation to the fund in the name of Gwen Price.', 'Fire leaves family homeless', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fire-leaves-family-homeless', '', '', '2012-01-03 10:45:23', '2012-01-03 15:45:23', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4868', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4871, 4, '2011-12-28 18:25:24', '2011-12-28 23:25:24', 'By Pamela Brownstein\r\nThe tradition of starting the new year by braving the cold Atlantic Ocean continues on Hunting Island State Park during the 4th Annual Pelican Plunge on Sunday, January 1, 2012. Registration starts at noon at the North Beach Lighthouse Shelter, and the plunge will be at 1 p.m.\r\nLast year the event attracted 200 plungers, but with spectators on the island, the number was more like 700, said this year’s chairwoman Denise Parsick.\r\nSponsored by Friends of Hunting Island, the Pelican Plunge raises money to support the Discover Carolina educational program that allows teachers and students to visit the park for a day of learning. Denise calls it “an excellent, hands-on science-based experience” that gives students the chance to have a deeper understanding and appreciation for their environment.\r\nThis year, a steel drum band will be playing and free coffee and cocoa will be available for all participants. Denise said the warm-up activities are always fun, and all plungers will get a kazoo. Costumes are also encouraged. “It’s just a hoot of a day,” she said.\r\nPrizes will be given out to the business, organization and individual that raise the most money. For more information, visit www.friendsofhuntingisland.org or call the park at 843-838-2011.', 'Take the Pelican Plunge', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'take-the-pelican-plunge', '', '', '2012-01-03 10:40:26', '2012-01-03 15:40:26', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4871', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4873, 4, '2011-12-28 18:26:24', '2011-12-28 23:26:24', 'By Roxanne Cheney\r\nFor many, the New Year is a time to reflect on the changes we want or need to make.  And every year, many of us end up making the same resolutions.  One that shows up on just about every New Year Resolution Top Ten List is to “get organized.”  That’s not surprising when you consider these statistics:\r\n• 23 percent of adults admit to paying bills late (incurring late fees and suffering credit report effects) because they lose bills among the clutter;\r\n• 25 percent of people with two-car garages can’t park even one car because of the other items stored there;\r\n• 1 in 11 American households spends more than $1,000 annually on rented self-storage space;\r\n• The average American spends one year of his/her life looking for lost items.\r\nWhether you want your home organized enough that you can invite guests over on the spur of the moment, or simply want your papers organized enough to find addresses or receipts in under a minute, the following tips will get you started on the road to a more organized life.\r\nFor most people, trying to organize their space without first sorting and purging their belongings is simply rearranging the clutter.  Use this simple acronym to kick start your efforts:  SORT.\r\nS ort\r\nO bserve Oosouji\r\nR ule of One\r\nT oss with Abandon\r\nSort. Soon after the New Year arrives, most families take down holiday decorations and store everything for the following year. This year, before repacking the ornaments, lights, and linens, look at each item to determine whether it’s something you really want to keep. With time, have some of the items become tired, tattered, or stained?  Some may have sentimental value despite (or even because of) their age.  But are some decorations there just because, well, they’re there?  If you don’t love each one, donate or discard it before putting away the others. Next December you’ll be glad you did.\r\nObserve Oosouji. In Japan, an integral part of New Year tradition is clearing dirt, clutter, and the disorganization from the old year.  Japanese homes receive a top-to-bottom cleaning; business offices are sorted and organized; and children clean out school desks.  The objective is to drive out any impure influences that may have taken up residence during the previous year.   Whether you want to purify your home, or simply enjoy a clean and uncluttered house, oosouji will help you achieve your objective.\r\nRule of One. Try this simple idea to keep clutter at bay as you put away holiday gifts: for each item received, donate or discard one.  For example, for every new DVD you add to the shelf, remove one older title. New PJs for the children? Before placing them in the drawer, take out a pair that no longer fit or that your child doesn’t like. If craft supplies filled your stocking, remove as many from your stash before adding the news ones.\r\nIf your home is already cluttered, try donating or discarding two items for each one received.  This will immediately reduce clutter — and the pleasure of new possessions will help ease any discomfort about letting go of items you no longer use, need or love.\r\nToss with Abandon. We all know that when it comes to gift-giving, it’s the thought that counts. And that’s true for all the gifts that entered your home this holiday season.  Do not allow your home to be cluttered with items you do not want simply because they were gifts.  Try these strategies to handle any “white elephant” gifts (after writing a thank you note, naturally):\r\n• If a gift receipt was included, return the item or exchange it for one you will use, need or love.\r\n• Consign gifts to one of our fabulous local consignment shops, or donate to one of the myriad charitable resale shops in town.\r\n• If you wish to save a gift for “regifting,” attach a note to yourself with the name of the gift giver and date received; this will help prevent a regifting faux pas.\r\n• Host an after-Christmas “white elephant” exchange (with very good friends).  Remember, one woman’s trash is another’s treasure?  It’s true!\r\nSorting and de-cluttering before putting things away isn’t about doing without; it’s about surrounding yourself only with things you use, need or love.   And wouldn’t that be a lovely way to live your best life in 2012?\r\nRoxanne Cheney is a Professional Organizer and Daily Money Manager. For more information, visit www.RoxanneOrganizes.com, 843-252-1118 or Roxanne@RoxanneOrganizes.com.', 'Start a more organized life in 2012', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'start-a-more-organized-life-in-2012', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:26:24', '2011-12-28 23:26:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4873', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4875, 4, '2011-12-28 18:28:58', '2011-12-28 23:28:58', 'By Tess Malijenovsky\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/B300-logo-on-black-e1325605404376.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4787\" title=\"B300 logo on black\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/B300-logo-on-black-e1325605404376-300x257.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"257\" /></a>It’s been a long year celebrating Beaufort’s 300th birthday, but now it’s time to wrap up the year with a bang. That’s why the city is kicking off Beaufort’s fourth century with a free, family-oriented New Year Eve’s event December 31, from 4:30-6 p.m. at the Waterfront Park.\r\nThis special community event begins at 4:30 p.m. in the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park and will feature the noted singer Marlena Smalls with musical performances by Sumitra Stewart, Marlena Smalls and the Delbert Felix Trio, and choirs from Tabernacle Baptist, Carteret Street United Methodist and First Presbyterian churches.\r\nBetween musical productions, locals Anita Singleton-Prather, Bill Harvey Jr. and Jeff Evans will present brief snapshots of Beaufort’s history ranging from the city’s humble beginnings in 1711 to its economic growth and wars during the last 300 years.\r\nBeaufort was named after Englishman Henry Somerset, Duke of Beaufort (1684-1714), one of the Lords Proprietors of Carolina. It was on January 17, 1711, that the English founded Beaufort’s formal charter.\r\nThe closing Tricentennial ceremony and the explosion of fireworks over the Beaufort River will take place after sunset around 6 p.m.  “We want this to be a family affair and we’ll end early enough so people can go out to dinner or get home for New Year’s Eve festivities,” said Mayor Billy Keyserling.\r\nIn the event of rain on December 31, the event will be moved to The Arts Center at Beaufort High located on Lady’s Island.', 'Celebrate the new year at Founders\' Night II', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'celebrate-the-new-year-at-founders-night-ii', '', '', '2012-01-03 10:43:57', '2012-01-03 15:43:57', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4875', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(4877, 4, '2011-12-28 18:31:52', '2011-12-28 23:31:52', 'Rarely do I ever make resolutions for the New Year because I take such things very seriously.  The last one was two years ago when I resolved to stop smoking — cold turkey — and did.  As you can see I try to keep resolutions for the big, serious, life changing stuff. Well, this year I am going to make another biggie resolution.  I have gotten rather rotund (my nice way of saying fat) and badly out of shape. and if I don’t do something to change my direction soon I will easily win a Jabba The Hut look alike contest.  So the serious regimen to change my ways starts January 1, 2012! If I have the same success as with stopping smoking, I should be looking for another big resolution next year. Maybe learning how to Shag!                                                       Buck Boone, General Manager\r\n\r\n“It is with sincere conviction that I resolve to attempt my greatest fear: To think before speaking and say it anyway. Or possibly guard my words and thoughts with the fierceness that I often guard my cupcakes. Either one of those will suit just fine. The likelihood that I forget them both by midnight suggests eminent failure.”\r\nCherimie Crane Weatherford, aka Backwoods Barbie\r\n\r\nApproaching the age of 35, it has become quite apparent that I no longer possess the physique, energy and metabolism that I did at the age of 25.     2011 was an eye-opener for me, in regard to my current state of health as well as those around me. Discovering that I had high cholesterol, having both my parents and an aunt diagnosed with cancer, as well as losing a beloved church family member and another aunt to the same, I make a resolve to take better care of myself so that I am better able to take care of those around me. I make a resolve to eat better and at appropriate times, exercise more, drink water more, rest more, and most importantly, I vow to get annual screenings and regular check-ups as if my life depended on it. 2011 has taught me to pray endlessly, love harder, and laugh louder. See you all in the New Year! 2012 is going to be awesome!                                                             Takiya Smith, Beauty columnist\r\n\r\n“I think I’ll start the year out by giving birth and then I’ll try this whole raising a baby thing.”\r\nPamela Brownstein, Editor\r\n\r\n“Wag more. As my dog friends have taught me over the years, those who wag more have more joy, harmony, gratitude, and peace of mind than those who spend their time barking about whatever is presented them on a moment-to-moment basis.”\r\nTracie Korol, holistic behavior coach and author of wholeDog', 'The Island News asked: What are your resolutions?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-island-news-asked-what-are-your-resolutions', '', '', '2011-12-28 18:31:52', '2011-12-28 23:31:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4877', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4994, 4, '2012-01-11 07:15:23', '2012-01-11 12:15:23', '<h6 data-ft=\"{&quot;type&quot;:1}\">Shop in Downtown Beaufort for 1/2 price?\r\nMain Street Beaufort is having a downtown shopping awareness campaign starting on February 18th in which you can purchase up to 100 \'Main Street Beaufort Dollars\' for only $50, and redeem them at participating businesses before March 31st. Up to $15,000 is available (with maximum $100 pp).  This comes at a good time for downtown businesses, who usually see a decline in business between the holidays, and Beaufort\'s traditional start of it\'s tourist season.  </h6>\r\n<h6 data-ft=\"{&quot;type&quot;:1}\">The public can purchase MSB dollars for cash only, in $10 increments. MSB dollars can only be purchased in person at the Main Street Beaufort office located at 101 West Street Extension at 10am Saturday, February 18, 2012.  A list of participating businesses will be posted on Main Street Beaufot\'s website at <a href=\"http://www.downtownbeaufort.com\">www.downtownbeaufort.com</a></h6>\r\n<p data-ft=\"{&quot;type&quot;:1}\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/msbdollars1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-4997\" title=\"msbdollars\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/msbdollars1-150x74.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"74\" /></a></p>\r\n<p data-ft=\"{&quot;type&quot;:1}\"> </p>', 'Shop in downtown Beaufort for half-price', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'shop-in-downtown-beaufort-for-half-price', '', '', '2012-01-11 07:17:46', '2012-01-11 12:17:46', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4994', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4895, 4, '2012-01-03 19:00:05', '2012-01-04 00:00:05', 'Groundbreaking on the new Buffalo Wild Wings location on Robert Smalls Parkway began just last week and the project seems to be underway now, with work being done daily.   Expect a Spring opening.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/160.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4896\" title=\"160\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/160-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Buffalo Wild Wings breaks ground in Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'buffalo-wild-wings-breaks-ground-in-beaufort', '', '', '2012-01-03 19:00:05', '2012-01-04 00:00:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4895', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4898, 4, '2012-01-04 17:26:44', '2012-01-04 22:26:44', 'Another Christmas Season has come and gone.  Folks visiting are back home by now, decorations are starting to find their way back into their boxes, the kids are back to school, and life is returning to relative \'normal\'.    The Small Business Saturday and Shop Small campaigns will tuck themselves away, for now, and find ways to make improvements until reappearing late next fall and we do it all over again.  (Do you remember the pre-holiday hype?)  Soon, you will see reports of the Wal-Marts, Targets, Sears, and other large retailers gauging how the overall shopping season was, based on dollars.\r\n\r\nRunning with the fact that the Beaufort area is comprised of mostly small businesses, we  went out into town today to ask some of our small business owners ...\"How WAS the  2012 Holiday shopping season for your small business?\" \r\n\r\nWe first stopped into Modern Jewelers on Bay Street and spoke with owner Kevin Cuppia.  Kevin\'s response when we asked the question...just a big smile on his face.  \"Actually we had a better season this year, than last, and we\'re quite happy for that.  Beaufortonians always support the local businesses, and we\'re grateful,\" Kevin said.  Our next stop was Divine Shoes on Scott Street where Kathy Kilgore was opening for the day.  Her answer to the same question was \"we\'ve had a better season this year, than the past 2 or three\".  Next stop was downtown\'s The Lollipop Shop on West Street Ext.   Owner Cindy Jacobus was happy to report that \"this year is up over last year\", as well.\r\n\r\nAll is great news.  Will the trend of positivity continue, we wondered?\r\n\r\nTim Lovett, owner of Beaufort Town Center\'s Higher Ground Outfitters said \"this year is better than last.  We had a solid season, and much better than last year.\"    We then continued our local retail-tour by contacting Allegra Craig, part-owner of Joli Home &amp; Events on Bay Street.  Allegra was very happy to tell us that \"sales were very strong both before, and after the Holiday\", and that \"Bay Street has really embraced Joli, and we\'re very grateful.\"   This sentiment was echoed by Jennifer Argetsinger, purveyor of fine children\'s clothing at her new Carolina Wiggle Wear shop in downtown, which just opened it\'s doors at the beginning of December.  \r\n\r\nAnd last, but certainly not least, Cindy Turnbull, who\'s Grace &amp; Glory has seen more than just a few Christmases, was very pleased to tell us that her store had \"one of the best seasons in it\'s history, and certainly better than the past 2 or 3 seasons\".\r\n\r\nThings seem to be good, and overall ...a definite thumbs up. \r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/seasonsgreetingsbeaufort.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4899\" title=\"seasonsgreetingsbeaufort\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/seasonsgreetingsbeaufort-167x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"167\" height=\"300\" /></a>', 'Beaufort retailers give 2011 Holiday shopping season a \'thumbs-up\'', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-retailers-give-2011-holiday-shopping-season-a-thumbs-up', '', '', '2012-01-04 17:26:44', '2012-01-04 22:26:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4898', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5004, 4, '2012-01-11 21:53:34', '2012-01-12 02:53:34', '[caption id=\"attachment_5005\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"247\" caption=\"Paying homage to MLK\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/MLK.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5005\" title=\"Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/MLK-247x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"247\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'A weekend in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-weekend-in-commemoration-of-dr-martin-luther-king-jr', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:39:19', '2012-01-12 03:39:19', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5004', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4902, 4, '2012-01-04 18:23:53', '2012-01-04 23:23:53', 'Beaufort Youth Orchestra auditions\r\nThe Beaufort Youth Orchestra (BYO) will be holding their semi-annual auditions on Thursday, Jan. 5, at 6 p.m. at Beaufort High School band room for all interested students. Auditions will include brass, woodwinds, percussion and string instruments. The first rehearsal will follow from 6:30 to 9 p.m. BYO is comprised of 45 students from approximately 12 different schools including public, private, home and virtual programs. BYO began over 11 years ago by the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra to provide students the opportunity to learn to play in an orchestra. BYO is taught by Fred Devyatkin who has conducted the Beaufort Symphony Orchestra since 1992. Rehearsals are weekly with community performances at various locations. Call to schedule an appointment, 263-2190. For more information, visit www.beaufortorchestra.org.\r\n\r\nAll Pro Dads group to meet for new year\r\nStart your new year off right by being an All Pro Dad. The next monthly breakfast gathering is Friday, January 6, 2012, at 7 a.m. in the Coosa Elementary School Gym. This month’s meeting topic is “Encouraging Your Child” where you’ll learn practical methods to be a better dad.  There is no charge for this event, but please RSVP to www.allprodad.com/dd/2508 as space is limited and a good head count in needed for breakfast, complements of Chick-fil-A. For more information please contact Mike Mashke, Team Captain at 843.525.5154.\r\n\r\nBlack Chamber to hold networking event\r\n• The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) will have its First Friday Networking Event from 6 - 8 p.m. Friday, January 6, at the Holiday Inn &amp; Suites located at 2225 Boundary Street, Beaufort.  There will be drawings, prizes, and refreshments. Open to the public. The cost is $5 for members and $10 for non-members.\r\n• The Annual Meeting for members will be held on Saturday, January 7, from 9:30 a.m. – noon at the Holiday Inn &amp; Suites.  During the meeting, businesses that have supported the BCBCC over the years will be recognized and the president will report on the state of the chamber and the goals for 2012. All members are urged to attend. For more information, call 843-986-1102.\r\n\r\nLowcountry Housing Trust holds workshop\r\nIt is an exciting time in the growth of the Lowcountry Housing Trust as we look to expand our services and financing to housing developments into the city of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal.  We invite you to join us as we begin to evaluate the housing needs of the residents of Beaufort and Port Royal. We invite your participation as we seek to gain invaluable local knowledge and insight into the unique place that you call home. Please join us Tuesday, January 10, at 3 p.m. at Beaufort City Hall, 1911 Boundary Street. Beaufort, SC 29902. Contact: Josh Martin, Office of Civic Investment at 843-247-2057\r\nor jmartin@cityofbeaufort.org for more information.\r\n\r\nAuditions being held for ARTworks productions\r\nAuditions for the first half of the ARTworks theater season will be January 11 and 12 at 7 p.m. Roles are available for all ages, races, and levels of experience in productions of “Catholic School Girls,” directed by Gail Westerfield in March, “Picasso at the Lapin Agile,” directed by J.W. Rone in May/June, and staged readings of “The Exonerated” and “The Pillowman” in February. For more information, call 843-379-2787 or visit http://www.beaufortcountyarts.com/theater.htm.\r\n\r\nSportfishing and diving club has annual awards\r\nThe January meeting for the Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club will be held on Thursday, January 12 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club, off Meridian Road, on Lady’s Island. This meeting marks the Annual Awards for the Year Round Fishing Tournament. Certificates will be given for those winning in each category and plaques will be given for Youth Angler, 10 and under, Female Angler, Male Angler, Best Recreational Boat, and Best Commercial Boat. The oyster roast, which begins at 6 p.m., will also include different varieties of chili and hotdogs for the young and young at heart. The awards ceremony will begin around 7:30 p.m. This is the only time of year where the club requests that individuals purchase and/or reserve tickets.\r\n\r\n\r\nBeaufort Agility Club to start new session\r\n• The Beaufort Agility Club announces that it will begin a new session of agility classes, practices, and trials for novice and expert handlers beginning January 14 at 10 a.m. to be held at Beaufort Dog- 1307 Boundary St.  Cost $120 for six session.  The Beaufort Agility Club is non-profit. Call Beaufort Dog at 812-5394 or e-mail kelley@beaufortdog.com for more details.\r\n• Beaufort Dog will start its next basic obedience session on Saturday, January 28 at 11 a.m. Positive reinforcement training is used in an outside “real-world” environment. This course is designed for both puppies and adult dogs. Please call 812-5394 or visit beaufortdog.com for more details.\r\n\r\nSign up now for Senior Leadership Program\r\nA new group is forming now for the January 2012 Program conducted by Clemson University’s Beaufort Extension office.. Space is limited to 35 participants, and applications are already being received. The one day per week, 13 week, Senior Leadership Program includes presentations about Beaufort County and local government with presentations by County Council members, mayors of Beaufort’s incorporated municipalities (there are four you know!), Economic Development with business leaders, county school and local university Education personnel,  Arts, Human Services, Health. If you are interested in joining the new 2012 group starting Jan. 10, please contact Bob Guinn at Clemson Extension: 843-255-6060, X-116 or go to the program website: www.beaufortseniorleadership.com.\r\n\r\nFraternity hosts annual oyster roast\r\nThe Omega Alpha Alpha Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity will be hosting its second annual all you can eat oyster roast. In addition to the oysters, patrons will also receive a serving of fish and Lowcountry Boil. The event takes place on Friday, January 14 at the old packing shed 10 De Gullah Way on St. Helena Island. Tickets are $25. For more information, contact Mickey Shumake at 843-304-2120. Omega Alpha Alpha serves Beaufort and Jasper counties in South Carolina. Every year the fraternity gives scholarships to students in both counties. The fraternity also sponsors a boys camp for students in the summer.\r\n\r\nUpcoming classes scheduled at ArtLofts\r\n• Art Party  with Susie Stockholm: January 17 from 1-4 p.m. $45. Collage a small painting or greeting cards.  Lunch, wine and supplies are included.\r\n• Oil Painting Workshop with Mary Grayson Segars: Feb. 28, 29 and March 1 from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. $150. Learn the process of oil painting, including color mixing and composition.\r\nCall 843-410-8815 for more information, or come by ArtLofts to register.\r\n\r\nParish Church of St. Helena save the date\r\nWhat:    The Parish Church of St. Helena, the oldest public building in Beaufort and one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the country, celebrates its 300th anniversary next year with a special ceremony.\r\nWhen:    January 22, 2012, 9:15 – 10 a.m. for opening celebration ceremonies. January 22, 2012, noon, Lord Bishop, presentations and proclamations to the Reverend Jeff Miller, rector.\r\nWho:  The Right Reverend and Right Honorable Richard Chartres, Lord Bishop of London, will be a special guest and will preach at the worship service.  Bishop Chartres recently officiated at the royal wedding earlier this year.\r\nAbout the event:  Ringing of the 1726 church bell begins at 9:15 a.m. calling all to worship as they did in the 18th century. Flag bearers with various historic flags and in period costumes will line the front walkway of the church as a town crier will “cry” a greeting from Queen Elizabeth and the Archbishop of Canterbury.  A special worship service will follow with sermon by Bishop Chartres, and original Tricentennial music composed by renowned English composer Malcolm Archer and performed by the St. Helena’s choir.\r\nWhere: The Parish Church of St. Helena, 505 Church Street, Beaufort, South Carolina 29902. Please visit: www.StHelenas1712.org.\r\nFor more information contact:\r\njanspringle@earthlink.net\r\nstewart.cat@gmail.com.\r\n\r\nBeaufort Film Festival oyster roast fundraiser\r\nOn January 21 from 3-6 p.m., the Beaufort International Film Festival will be gathering at Bubba’s Momma’s house from “Forrest Gump” for a day of oysters, beverages, chili, music and good fun to support the Beaufort International Film Festival 2012. Tickets are $50 each and can be purchased at the Beaufort Film Society Office at 708 Carteret St., or order online at http://beaufortfilmsociety.eventbrite.com. The 2012 BIFF Oyster Roast will be at 145 Alston Road, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nNARFE two chapters meet monthly\r\nNational Active and Retired Federal Employees (NARFE) has two chapters in Beaufort County that meet monthly:\r\nBeaufort Chapter 1021, second Wednesday, Sept. - May, at Golden Corral, Robert Smalls Pkwy. Contact Mamie Clark at 843 846-6415; Hilton Head-Bluffton-Sun City Chapter 2258, first Tuesday, Sept. - May, at Golden Corral, U.S. 278. Contact Bill Coakley at 843 815-5604.', 'What To Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-to-do-23', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:23:53', '2012-01-04 23:23:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4902', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4904, 4, '2012-01-04 18:24:45', '2012-01-04 23:24:45', 'By Tracie Korol\r\n\r\nIt was the weekend before Christmas when Ben, an otherwise rational English setter, succumbed to the lure of the garbage and ate grandma’s discarded compression stocking.  What transpired in the three weeks after The Ingestion has already become neighborhood legend.\r\nForeign bodies combine mystery, intrigue, incredulity and guilt to make for a fascinating and fickle assortment of surgical interventions. There seems to be no limit to what our Best Friends will cram into their gullets; size, shape, texture and taste often playing little or no part in an oral obsession that for many owners can become a difficult and costly vice to curb. So why do our dogs, crave foreign bodies (FBs), and why are so many of these pets repeat offenders?\r\nYoung animals of two years of age or less are most commonly afflicted, and so, like inquisitive toddlers intent on putting everything into their mouths, simple curiosity plays a part. It has been suggested that in dogs, it reflects the need to hunt, that it is instinctive and a throwback to a time when their prey was eaten in its entirety. Some animals appear to enjoy the act of chewing, experimenting with the feel of an object in their mouths. My favorite theory, and one I believe I can safely share with the majority of Labrador owners, is that “it was there, so I ate it.”\r\nUndergarments — socks, stockings, panties — often prove to be popular offending items, the olfactory stimulation of ripe underwear proving too tempting for a curious pet. Ben’s stocking Ingestion was traced back to an apparently dog-alluring skin lotion from Trader Joe’s. The foreign bodies related to food make perfect sense. Peach pits, corncobs and all manner of bones can prove irresistible to the scavenging instinct of a dog. Those little plastic pop-up timers that tell you when your turkey is perfectly cooked are drizzled in tasty fat, and despite being made of tasteless plastic, slip down nice and easy until they reach the small intestine. The teriyaki stick laden with succulent meaty pieces may not go down with quite the same ease, but who cares until the sharp wooden skewer begins piercing its way through a variety of abdominal organs on its errant journey through the abdomen?\r\nHere are a few potentially risky items (in addition to shoelaces, socks, and loose threads on looped and fringed rugs) best kept out of harm’s way: diapers and tampons (virginal and unfortunately, used), sharp pointy objects (fish hooks, bottle caps, safety pins), rubber toys (usually not size-appropriate), magnets, batteries, stones, balls and gobs of Gorilla Glue (Gorilla Glue expands dramatically by polymerization to produce a large, solid, indigestible foam).\r\nAn intestinal blockage quickly becomes an emergency situation. A partial blockage in the intestines may produce vomiting, diarrhea and cramping of the abdominal muscles. A complete blockage will cause severe abdominal pain, abdominal bloating, and repeated, frantic, projectile vomiting. Bens’ owner was cued that something was wrong when Ben vomited frantically and looked at her with his “help me” eyes. All you dog owners know exactly what that is.\r\nAbdominal X-rays are the best way to diagnose an obstruction, and immediate surgical intervention is usually the only form of treatment. The blockage is located and removed, and if the surrounding bowel has been compromised, it is resected and the healthy ends of the gut sewn together to reconnect the intestinal tract. No fun, all the way around.\r\nBen had three surgeries Christmas week: one to remove the sock, one to remove a gob of necrotic stomach fat and a third to cold laser the stitch line and, just to be sure, flush the gut one more time.  We are extremely lucky to have in Hilton Head a board certified surgeon who not only exhibits great skill, but also great compassion coupled with a good sense of humor and realistic pricing schedule. Her team is pretty nifty, too. Ben is up and around again thanks to his terrific medical team, his tirelessly attentive owner and me, his personal chef.', 'Under the knife', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'under-the-knife', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:24:45', '2012-01-04 23:24:45', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4904', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4906, 4, '2012-01-04 18:27:17', '2012-01-04 23:27:17', 'By Terry Sweeney\r\nRight now, it makes my head hurt to think of all the Swedish mulled wine I drank while trying to adjust the recipe with a pinch of this and another pint of that. Lawd! This was my first time making that beloved Scandinavian winter time treat — GlÖgg (pronounced glug). The Swedes use glÖgg to recover from strenuous winter tasks like shoveling snow.  Since there was no snow, I just kept shoveling down the glÖgg!!\r\nBut I must say I finally got it right and served it at my Swedish-themed holiday party in a crock pot.  The house was filled with a warm inviting spicy aroma and my guests were extremely curious about the fragrant, purplish liquid simmering before them.  Curious but cautious. I couldn’t blame them.  After all, I myself have been the victim of many a party punch.  Hadn’t I been the first one in my college dorm to throw up rivers of purple after a dorky Spanish club sangria party? Hadn’t I practically proposed marriage to a girl who was a total stranger after getting mixed up with a very innocent looking Champagne punch?  And I’m not even straight! The list of embarrassments goes on and on.\r\nSo, naturally, I did not blame them for being tentative about giving it a  try.  But I had been very conscientious about cutting down the alcohol content of a recipe I had gotten from a friend (who is now in rehab) and also had plenty of food on hand to soak up the booze. Things like Swedish meatballs, chicken and apple sausage. smoked salmon, smoked ham and Swedish farm cheese on cocktail slices of pumpernickel and rye.  Traditional Swedish ginger snaps — and of course ABBA!\r\nI can’t encourage you enough to add a theme to the next cocktail party you are having. People were excited to come to a party so out of the ordinary.  It was actually surprising how many of the guests had Swedish ancestors or friends or even a parent or two.   Even I suddenly remembered that my ex sister-in-law was Swedish from that Swedish American ice box called Minnesota. Whether it’s Spanish or Indian or Mexican or what have you, a theme will make your next Happy Wino party that much more memorable.\r\nSo here is my alcoholic friend’s recipe for traditional Swedish glÖgg which she got from her alcoholic Swedish friend who lives in Rome. I tweaked it a bit but there are countless variations of this recipe, depending on which Swede you talk to. Of course, you may vary the amount of alcohol to suit yourself.  Hey, you’re a grown up, just remember to drink responsibly. Or better yet, drink irresponsibly and call a cab. Cheers!\r\n\r\nSweeney’s Swedish glÖgg\r\n\r\n6 bottles red wine — dry\r\n2 bottles port (mid priced)\r\n1/3 bottle acquavit\r\n1/4 bottle brandy (mid priced)\r\n12 cloves\r\n20 figs chopped\r\n2 cups golden raisins\r\n6 cinnamon sticks\r\n6 cardamon seeds\r\nwhole peel of 1 orange\r\nwhole caraway seed\r\n• Put all in a pot except acquavit and brandy.\r\n• Simmer for 3-4 hours then add the rest, never boil. Strain before serving.', 'Happy Winos: Mulling over the new year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'happy-winos-mulling-over-the-new-year', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:27:17', '2012-01-04 23:27:17', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4906', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4908, 4, '2012-01-04 18:30:51', '2012-01-04 23:30:51', 'By Pamela Brownstein\r\nWhen locals are asked “Where do you go for great pizza?” the response is overwhelmingly The Upper Crust on Lady’s Island. The restaurant not only serves tasty Italian food, but the laid-back, family friendly vibe created by owner David Blake has customers coming back for more.\r\nThe Lunch Bunch started with the mozzarella tomato bread, served warm on big pieces of fresh bread with melted cheese.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4909\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"The 12-inch House Special pizza.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/UpperCrust1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4909\" title=\"UpperCrust1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/UpperCrust1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nApril, who brought her kids because her family adores the food, ordered her usual, the Notorious Grilled Chicken Salad — a large tossed salad with green pepper, onions, cucumbers, black olives, tomatoes, grilled chicken and topped with seasoned french fries and freshly grated cheese. She likes hers with honey mustard dressing, and has nicknamed the salad “the Ackerman” (after her own last name) because she orders it so often.\r\nBuck tried a salad too, the Chicken Teriyaki Salad with grilled chicken and mushrooms sauteed in a teriyaki glaze over mixed greens with house dressing.\r\nGene, Heather and her son all got the Homemade Meatball Grinder. The big, delicious warm sandwich — an Upper Crust favorite — includes old world recipe meatballs and meat sauce baked with melted provolone cheese, a side of fries and a pickle.\r\nElizabeth ordered the House Special medium pizza made with pepperoni, sausage, mushrooms, green peppers, onions, black olives and extra cheese. The restaurant’s pizza options seem endless. You can choose a medium (12”) or large (16”) of their specialty pizzas or you can create your own with a variety of more than 20 toppings. The signature pie, the 14” Upper Crust, actually has thin crust on the top and bottom. And the 14” Fat Boy comes with a thick crust.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4910\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Meatball Grinder with side of fries.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/UpperCrust2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4910\" title=\"UpperCrust2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/UpperCrust2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nI decided to try the Chicken Wrap and it was fantastic. The grilled chicken with mushrooms, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, special sauce and mozzarella were all rolled in homemade dough, and baked to perfection. With a side of fries and ranch dressing, it was a great meal.\r\nOwner Blake is involved in giving back to the community and especially supports the local schools on Lady’s Island. The restaurant offers an afterschool dollar menu to Beaufort High School and Beaufort Academy students Monday-Friday from 2:30-5 p.m. With ID, students can stop in and enjoy a variety of menu items such as pizza slices, sodas, baskets of fries, and more, for only $1.\r\nThe Upper Crust is located in Hamilton Village, Suite 201, 97 Sea Island Parkway, on Lady’s Island. Call 843-521-1999 for take out or visit their website for menus, coupons and specials at www.theuppercrustli.com.', 'Making Old World Italian pizzerias proud: The Upper Crust', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'making-old-world-italian-pizzerias-proud-the-upper-crust', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:30:51', '2012-01-04 23:30:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4908', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4913, 4, '2012-01-04 18:36:49', '2012-01-04 23:36:49', 'For the past eight years on Christmas Eve, members of the Classic Car &amp; Truck Club of Beaufort have delivered prepared meals to shut-ins and disabled individuals in their classic cars.\r\nThis year, 120 meals were delivered. The meals — consisting of turkey, ham, dressing, green bean casserole, salad, rolls, and dessert — were prepared by Josh Poticha and his staff at Bricks on Boundary.  Thanks to a donation from Vaden Chevrolet Buick GMC of Beaufort, the cost of the event was almost totally underwritten.  In the past, proceeds from club sponsored car shows paid for this event.\r\nAccording to Theresa Pulliam, President of CC&amp;TCB, the club donates to charitable organizations each year. During this year, donations were made to the Wounded Warrior Project and to the Catastrophic Disease Foundation in memory of a faithful member who passed away earlier in the year, Lowell Rorrer.\r\nProjects planned for early 2012 include a Classic Car Display at Beaufort Academy on January 7 in conjunction with the Tate/Coursen Memorial Walk/Run to benefit Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse.  Also, the club will have a Classic Car Display at Habersham on February 4 in conjunction with the Annual Chili Festival, and a Car Show at the Soft Shell Crab Festival in Port Royal on April 21. On the first Friday of every month, a cruise-in is held in the Grayco parking lot on Lady’s Island.\r\nFor more information about the Classic Car &amp; Truck Club of Beaufort, call Theresa Pulliam at 524-2604 or Membership Chairman Craig Lynch at 694-1897.', 'Christmas Meals on Classic Wheels', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'christmas-meals-on-classic-wheels', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:36:49', '2012-01-04 23:36:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4913', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4915, 4, '2012-01-04 18:37:33', '2012-01-04 23:37:33', 'Books Sandwiched In will be held at USCB’s Beaufort Center for the Art from Noon to 1 p.m. at 801 Carteret Street. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Bring your lunch or purchase it from Outtakes Cafe in the lobby of USCB. Here is the list of books and when they will be presented:\r\n• Jan. 9: “The Big Short” by Michael Lewis presented by Kenneth Hirsch\r\n• Jan. 23: “That Used To Be Us” by Thomas Friedman presented by\r\nDr. Valerie Truesdale\r\n• Jan. 30: “The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo” by Stieg Larsson presented by Deanna Bowdish\r\n• Feb. 6: “Hidden In Plain View” by Jacqueline L. Tobin and Raymond G. Dobard presented by Charles D. Frost\r\n• Feb. 13: “Bleak House” by Charles Dickens presented by Robert R. Googins\r\n• Feb. 20: “Unbroken”by Laura Hillenbrand presented by Gary Kubic\r\n• Feb. 27: “Flying: A Novel” by Paula Helfrich and Rebecca Sprecher presented by Rebecca Sprecher', 'Books Sandwiched In Series begins', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'books-sandwiched-in-series-begins', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:37:33', '2012-01-04 23:37:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4915', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4917, 4, '2012-01-04 18:39:24', '2012-01-04 23:39:24', 'By Peggy Chandler\r\nThe year was 1960. On a July night in Pittsburgh, Pa., Carol Congalton and her friends attended a local community dance.  At that same dance, was a baby-faced young man named John Clark.   Carol, being the forward person that she is, asked John to dance as a “ladies choice” was announced. And that’s when it all started. It took John until October of 1961 to pop the question,  but by this time he was in the Marines stationed at Memphis, Tenn., and had to mail Carol the engagement ring  — they were officially engaged.\r\nOn January 6, 1962, Carol and John were married at the Church of the Nazarene in Pittsburgh by Carol’s uncle Jack Congalton. As a young married couple, they were stationed in Beaufort and lived in a small apartment on Craven Street. John and Carol eventually left Beaufort, headed north and went on to have four children and very busy lives.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4918\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"John and Carol Clark\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Royal-Chatter-2012-1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4918\" title=\"Royal Chatter-2012-1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Royal-Chatter-2012-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nWhen the time arrived to retire, the Clark’s decided to return to Beaufort to relax and enjoy as they had in their early days. Carol keeps herself busy with her church, church board, youth group, baking, and is always crafting something. John, who at all times is available to help a friend or neighbor, also works part time, watches movies and listens to Doo Wop!\r\nJohn and Carol’s three children, Sherri, John and Charlene (daughter Lisa Lyman has passed away) and their families surprised them over the Christmas holiday arriving to celebrate their parent’s 50th wedding anniversary.  Honoring their parents and grandparents were: Arriving from Ohio — Sherri and Dan Johnston, their children Danny, Caitlin, Ryan and Kyle; from Georgia — John and Laurie Clark with their children Sarah and John; and from Texas — Charlene and John Berner with their children Chelsea, Alex and Bryan.\r\nI have had the pleasure of meeting and being in the company of the entire Clark family over the last few years and I can truly say that they are a wonderful, loving family.  John and Carol can be very proud of all they have accomplished in their short 50 years together.  May they all live happily ever after.', 'Little Bits of Royal Chatter', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'little-bits-of-royal-chatter-10', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:39:24', '2012-01-04 23:39:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4917', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4920, 4, '2012-01-04 18:42:58', '2012-01-04 23:42:58', 'The work continues at the Hunting Island Nature Center.  Master Gardeners have planted almost 100 plants, (most donated by the Spring Island Native Plant Project) cleared debris and weeds from the large area around the building, and worked on the small pond.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4921\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Master Gardeners at the Hunting Island welcome center.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/HI-Planting2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4921\" title=\"HI Planting2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/HI-Planting2-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe center was able to hire a pond company to drain and clean out the pond. This definitely qualified as a “dirty job!”  When they are through, the pond will have beautiful clear water with a small waterfall. Some fish might be added next spring.\r\nDue to a lack of funds, the entire area had been neglected for several years. It is the aim of Master Gardeners to restore the grounds with native plants.  They have planted trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses and flowers.  It will take a season or two for the plantings to mature, but the Nature Center will a credit to all those who had a hand in restoring it.', 'Gardeners restoring Hunting Island', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'gardeners-restoring-hunting-island', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:47:04', '2012-01-04 23:47:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4920', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4923, 4, '2012-01-04 18:48:20', '2012-01-04 23:48:20', 'The work continues at the Hunting Island Nature Center.  Master Gardeners have planted almost 100 plants, (most donated by the Spring Island Native Plant Project) cleared debris and weeds from the large area around the building, and worked on the small pond.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4924\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Master gardeners at Hunting Island Nature Center.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/HI-Planting21.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4924\" title=\"HI Planting2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/HI-Planting21-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe center was able to hire a pond company to drain and clean out the pond. This definitely qualified as a “dirty job!”  When they are through, the pond will have beautiful clear water with a small waterfall. Some fish might be added next spring.\r\nDue to a lack of funds, the entire area had been neglected for several years. It is the aim of Master Gardeners to restore the grounds with native plants.  They have planted trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses and flowers.  It will take a season or two for the plantings to mature, but the Nature Center will a credit to all those who had a hand in restoring it.', 'Gardeners restoring Hunting Island center', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'gardeners-restoring-hunting-island-center', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:48:20', '2012-01-04 23:48:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4923', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4927, 4, '2012-01-04 18:58:15', '2012-01-04 23:58:15', 'There were a lot of parties around town on New Year’s Eve plus all the bars and restaurants were packed to the gills with revelers. One of the biggest parties was a 30th birthday bash given that night by Jared Kraszewski for his wife, Deanna.  It was tented with a band that had people dancing all night long.  Speaking of dance, Deanna is head of the Beaufort dance school Low Country School of the Performing Arts and a group of her students put on a lovely dance recital for Deanna that they had created themselves in her honor.  Here are some pics from the fun event for you.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4930\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The Dancers with Deanna.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The-Dancers-with-Deanna.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4930\" title=\"The Dancers with Deanna\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/The-Dancers-with-Deanna-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4929\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\" caption=\"Jared and Deanna Kraszewski\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Jared-and-Deanna-Kraszewski1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4929\" title=\"Jared and Deanna Kraszewski\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Jared-and-Deanna-Kraszewski1-e1325721078505-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0085.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-4931\" title=\"IMG_0085\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0085-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0060.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-4932\" title=\"IMG_0060\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0060-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0087.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-thumbnail wp-image-4933\" title=\"IMG_0087\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0087-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0088.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-4934\" title=\"IMG_0088\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/IMG_0088-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>', 'New Year’s Eve Party Pics!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-years-eve-party-pics', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:58:15', '2012-01-04 23:58:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4927', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4936, 4, '2012-01-04 18:59:54', '2012-01-04 23:59:54', 'Hand-Crafted Creations on Tuesdays with Heather Denardo for ages 6-9: Rigid canvas, fun designs and oodles of yarn offer students a class with hands on creativity. No two items will look alike as the students’ personal sense of design and color choice will make an individual statement. We will be creating such items as bookmarks, cell phone or glass holders, coasters, and a curio box.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4937\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"A fiery dragon painted on Amate Bark Paper, in a class with Kim Keats.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Arts-artworks.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4937\" title=\"Arts-artworks\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Arts-artworks-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nMore Artmaking in the Afternoon on Tuesdays with  Kim Keats, for ages 10 -15: Students will explore a number of visual arts disciplines including painting, weaving, and sculpture using an array of art materials. Each day will offer creative experiences intended to expand the participants’ technical skills and knowledge of both two-dimensional and three-dimensional elements of design. For returning artmaking students, there will be more lessons to challenge and more projects to inspire you.\r\n\r\nPrintmaking on Wednesdays with  Deanna Bowdish for ages 6-9: This class offers students the opportunity to have a seven week course in printmaking. Working specifically with block printing we will carve an image into the block and print from that surface. No experience is necessary, a creative mind and an eagerness to learn are the only skills required. Be prepared to get DIRTY — inks will not wash out of clothing, but are water based and non-toxic!\r\n\r\nHammered Metal on Wednesday with Peggy Carvel for ages 11-16: For the metal worker at heart, this class will focus on techniques to shape, form, and texture different kinds of metals. Over the seven-week period, each student will create a multi-component, one-of-a-kind piece of jewelry.\r\n\r\nTheatrical Movement on Thursdays with Heather Denardo, for ages 6-9: One of the most vital and least explored skills in basic theater is movement. In this class, designed for youngsters ages 6-9, we will explore various types of movement from inanimate objects to aliens and everything in between. Starting, literally, from the ground up, students will gain a sense of self-awareness and body control that will help them create believable and realistic performances for our showcase.\r\n\r\nAdventure Stories by Lowcountry Kids on Thursdays with  Lisa Rentz for ages 9-16: Write about panda tribes or camping on the beach — whatever the imagination conjures, by experiencing the creative writing process: finding inspiration, details, and the right words, and dedicating time to writing, sharing, and feedback. Young writers will work in their own notebooks, and together on a group story.', 'Art classes for kids at ARTworks', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'art-classes-for-kids-at-artworks', '', '', '2012-01-04 18:59:54', '2012-01-04 23:59:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4936', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(4939, 4, '2012-01-04 19:02:06', '2012-01-05 00:02:06', 'By Lanier Laney\r\nKyle Faucher was born and raised in Massena, N.Y., just across the St. Lawrence river from Canada. Renee Gregor Faucher was born here at the Naval Hospital overlooking the Beaufort River. The two met on St. Simon’s Island. Ga., in 2001 at their best friend’s wedding and later married and have been together for nine years.\r\n\r\nThe Fauchers moved to Beaufort just five months ago and Kyle is the new general manager of the Port Royal Pasta Company, almost across the street from where Renee was born. Another coincidence is that Renee’s Grandmother Goldie owned and ran The Blue Room that was near Charles and Boundary streets in the late 1950’s and she actually worked for Joe Malizia from Joe’s Spaghetti House in the same building that Port Royal Pasta Company is in today.  They have pictures of Joe and the old Spaghetti House as well as The Blue Room.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4940\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Kyle and Renee Faucher at the Port Royal Pasta Company.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Profile-Kyle-and-Renee-Faucher1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4940\" title=\"Profile-Kyle and Renee Faucher1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Profile-Kyle-and-Renee-Faucher1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nRenee’s father, Retired Sgt. Major Earnest F. Gregor USMC, also knew Joe Malizia from Bellville, N.J., before he moved down here and reconnected with Joe after he was stationed at Parris Island as a drill instructor in the 1960’s.  So coming back to the Port Royal Pasta Company building has been truly like coming home to them. Like Joe’s, Kyle says his goal is to make it again “the local pasta restaurant that is enjoyed for years to come.”\r\nKyle’s background is in psychology and he has a master’s degree in School Psychology which is how, ironically, he got into the restaurant business which became his true profession.\r\nSays Kyle, “I put myself all the way through graduate school at SUNY Oswego working in restaurants. I started as a busser and worked my way up to being a bartender and eventually a bar manager. I worked as a school psychologist in Albany, N.Y., before moving to Atlanta to be with Renee, and found restaurants calling me back, so I started to work for local restaurants in Atlanta. Within a year, I became the general manager for a sports bar called Benchwarmers in Atlanta and I have continued to further my career by gaining experience in all types of restaurants, including a fine dining steakhouse (New York Prime) where I was the senior manager for two years.  I have worked in every position any restaurant may have and I love every aspect of running restaurants.”\r\nKyle’s training in psychology has helped him tremendously in the restaurant business as it is such a “people” business.\r\nHe says, “My goal has always been to create a dining experience that exceeds a guest’s expectations. I want my guests to be surprised that they get a great meal and a great experience at a great value. This means that I have people who work with me express a genuine aptitude for serving others.  I hire people because of their attitude, more than their experience. This goes for both the kitchen and waitstaff. I believe people feel if you love what you do, and I want people to feel that I love what I do.”\r\nRenee, who is a marketing and sales consultant, comes from a family that has been actively involved with Beaufort for years. Renee’s Uncle Willard Outlaw organized the first ski shows that happened at the Water Festival and he helped organize the first Water Festival more than 50 years ago.  Several generations of Renee’s family grew up in the historic two story house on the corner of Prince and Carteret streets (across from Lime Lite Salon.) Each year they would watch the Water Festival parade from there. Renee says that even for years after they had sold the house and moved away that they would always come back, park in front of their old house and watch the parade, then eat fried chicken and watermelon. This gave her lasting wonderful memories of Beaufort.\r\nBoth Kyle and Renee still love the water and the natural beauty — from the marsh to the river to Hunting Island and all the islands. “We love sitting on our dock and looking across the bay watching the birds, dolphins, boats, and people enjoying the water. Also, we love living in a military town. With strong military history on both sides, it gives us a sense of pride and allows us to honor our family by supporting the recruits and their families. We have a Wall of Heroes in the restaurant that honors our staff and their families that have served and invite our guests to bring in their hero to permanently display with pride,” said Kyle.\r\nThey also are big supporters of the YMCA. Says Kyle, “We support the YMCA’s Creating Opportunities Scholarship program and have a mission to support any child and youth development program in Beaufort county. Our goal is to create a mentoring program that allows youth to have an opportunity to learn about the  restaurant business, and we have donated a portion of our proceeds to the YMCA’s program in the past.”\r\nRenee is also a member of the Beaufort Chapter of Toastmasters and they are both active in the Chamber of Commerce.\r\nThey have a new addition to their family — Figaro, a cat that is just 17 weeks old. “He rode on my muffler home from the restaurant one night without me knowing it in November and he has been ours since,” Kyle said.\r\nNow that you know about the Fauchers, let Kyle know something about you the next time you are dining at the Port Royal Pasta Company, and be sure to welcome them to town.\r\nPort Royal Pasta Company is located at 1340 Ribaut Road, Port Royal, SC. Call 843-379-0146.', 'Coming home: Meet Renee and Kyle Faucher', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coming-home-meet-renee-and-kyle-faucher', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:02:06', '2012-01-05 00:02:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4939', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4942, 4, '2012-01-04 19:03:56', '2012-01-05 00:03:56', '• Thursday, Jan. 5, home basketball game for Riverview’s Stingrays at Beaufort Middle School against Hilton Head Prep. Girls play at 6:15 p.m., boys 7:15 p.m.\r\n• Friday, Jan. 6, Beaufort Academy: The 2011 Thomas H. Horton Jr. Scholarship recipient, Michael Bible, will present on his trip to Leysin, Switzerland, 12:15 p.m.\r\n\r\n2012 Riverview Board of Directors\r\nThe following are the newly-elected members of Riverview Charter School’s Board of Directors for 2012: Sarah Block, Chris Canaday, Joseph Dunkle, Edward Foster, Michael Freeman, Stan Ganshow, Shelley Kolb, Christy Levitt, Courtney Smith and Evy Trask.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4943\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"BA alumni team: Front row, from left: Kyle Cheung (’09), Chris Ernestine (’09), Walter Gay (’07), Bill Dalton (faculty), Evan Long (’06), Bennett Fultz (’11), Carl Harper (’87). Back: Chris Conefry (BA coach), Chris Huckabee (’11), Tom Savage (faculty), Andy Cheung (’06), Thor Rhodin (’04), Josh Wegmann (’07).\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/BA-alumni-bball-game.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4943\" title=\"BA alumni bball game\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/BA-alumni-bball-game-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nBA Alumni Basketball Game\r\nLast week Beaufort Academy alumni played some basketball in an epic game. With nearly 120 fans in the stands, the alumni basketball players made it a close game with a final score of 61-67 in favor of the white team. The game was played in 10-minute quarters with a running clock and refereed by Framp Harper (’85) and B.A. coach Joe Matheny.\r\n\r\nNew Student Enrollment for Riverview Charter School\r\nApplications for students in Kindergarten through eighth grade are now being accepted at Riverview Charter School. Applications will be accepted until 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 31. Applications received after Jan. 31 will be added to the wait list but those applicants will not be eligible to participate in any ensuing lotteries. You can find an application at the front office at Riverview, on the school’s website, at the Waddell Family YMCA in Port Royal, at the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs in Beaufort and Bluffton, or at any branch of the Beaufort County Library System. There are three options for returning applications: 1) drop them off at Riverview’s front beginning Tuesday, Jan. 3, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday; 2) send via USPS mail to Riverview Charter School/ 302 Burroughs Avenue/ Beaufort, SC 29902 (must be received by 6 p.m. on Jan. 31); 3) fax to Riverview at 843-379-0133.\r\nIn addition, tours of the school are available at 11 a.m. and 12 p.m. on Wednesdays during the month of January, and an Open House will be held at Riverview on Thursday, Jan. 19, at 6 p.m. Once applications are received, Riverview will mail a postcard confirmation within three business days to the address on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation postcard by Monday, Jan. 30, please contact the front office at 843-379-0123. Contact school Director Alison Thomas at 843-379-0123, ext. 228 with any questions.\r\n\r\nSchool briefs compiled by Tess Malijenovsky', 'School Briefs', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-briefs-16', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:44', '2018-07-12 15:04:44', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4942', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4945, 4, '2012-01-04 19:05:18', '2012-01-05 00:05:18', 'By Jack Sparacino\r\nRecently, I wrote about 10 of my favorite biographies as a wonderful educational window on American history.  The reaction from readers was encouraging, so I’d like to offer up 10 more of my favorites.  This time, they’re tilted toward entertainers, and most of the titles below are autobiographies.  Taken together, they offer a panoramic view of some of the most creative, heroic and influential people of the twentieth century.  I hope that if you read any of them, you’ll be as inspired and enlightened as I was.\r\n1. “Love, Lucy” by Lucille Ball. This charming book, discovered in manuscript form after her death, reads like a giant kiss blown from her grave.  She was a talented, funny, smart and unstoppable force who worked like crazy from the bottom up for all her success, and had a fine movie career going before she attained international stardom on television.  Her recollections offer a detailed look into her own motivation and the cast of characters, including but by no means limited to Desi Arnaz, who helped her work her way toward a true Hollywood pinnacle.\r\n\r\n2. “Joe Dimaggio,” by Richard Ben Cramer. For anyone who has ever paid the faintest eyelash of attention to American sports, Joe Dimaggio stands out as one of the spectacular all-time greats.  He fielded his position with skill, grace and speed and was a laser focused demolition derby in the batter’s box.  He led his Yankee teams to winning nine league World Series titles in his 13 seasons (you can do the math on that one).  All that greatness is an historical given. What may surprise if not unhinge Dimaggio fans is Cramer’s wire brush portrait of the man who lived off the field. If you are unprepared for Cramer’s view of a self-centered, petty, greedy human being who made few true friends in life and alienated his family, this book will knock your ball cap off.  That said, the chapters on Dimaggio’s Yankee career are simply thrilling and the photos (except the cover, just my opinion) are terrific.\r\n\r\n3. “David Brinkley: A Memoir,” by David Brinkley.  Mr. Brinkley was more than a newsman, he was an American news icon.  Born in a small town (Wilmington, N.C.) with only a single 100-watt A.M. radio station, he grew up to be one of the handful of people we looked to for help in understanding what was going on in an increasingly complex and frightening world. The book spans some 75 years and is written in the warm, friendly personal style that we learned to expect when he was on the air.\r\n\r\n4. “Broken Music,” by Sting.  This is a tough one to capture in a few words.  Sting is a brilliant musician and he writes, if it’s possible, even more brilliantly.  In fact, one might wonder why he didn’t pursue a career as a writer in the first place.  Sting comes across as a first class act as a human being.  You’ll learn about rock and roll, how a kid from a humble working class background found the strength to create his own destiny, and how for some, at least, the road to fame can be an uplifting and intensely edifying experience.\r\n\r\n5. “Clapton: The Autobiography,” by Eric Clapton. Pretend for a moment that you love rock and roll.  Further pretend that you find the creation of over the top lead guitar musicianship riveting. Now imagine that you have a soft spot for people who have managed to overcome their setbacks and afflictions and write about them with an artist’s sensitive eye for drama.  Good. Now check out this book and be whisked away by a master.  “I went down to the crossroads” indeed.\r\n\r\n6. “Lauren Bacall: By Myself.”  While some have noted, accurately I think, that Ms. Bacall’s book is not a great literary work, she more than makes up for that with gritty and often humorous candor and genuine self-insight. Few aspects of her performance anxiety and insecurity seem to be left out, and her years with Humphrey Bogart are warmly and keenly told. One is left wanting to have a cup of coffee with her and thanking her for having lived and shared such an intriguing life with the stars.  If there has ever been romance or fear in your heart, this book has your name on it.\r\n\r\n7. “Will Rogers: A Biography,” by Ben Yagoda.  For a considerable time, Will Rogers was the most popular and perhaps most influential man in America.  His successful start as a rodeo act and Ziegfield Follies star, as impressive as it was, only helped lay the foundation for Rogers becoming a radio and movie megastar and the most revered columnist of his day.  His irresistible likeability and warm, folksy yet keen sense of humor kept him front and center in America’s heart well into the Depression.\r\n\r\n8. “Rickenbacker: An Autobiography,” by Eddie Rickenbacker.  If you like high adventure as told in the first person and want to go for a daredevil of a ride, this is your book. From racing car mechanic to championship racer to WWI fighter pilot ace to his founding Eastern Airlines, Eddie Rickenbacker was the kind of American hero that Hollywood has always searched for. Though his writing hand is steady and determined, you will seldom catch him selling himself short as he shares more adventures than one would imagine any single human being could have experienced.\r\n\r\n9. “Walter Cronkite, A Reporter’s Life.” For many of us growing up in the 1940’s through the 1970’s, Walter Cronkite might as well have been carved into Mount Rushmore. His credibility as a newsman was the gold standard for just about all who have followed him in the world of news reporting. Happily, his autobiography leaves one liking him as a warm and inviting person, with a delightful sense of humor no less, at least as much as we treasured him as a fixture on the radio and TV.  How many of us wouldn’t give our eye teeth to be able to still have him to turn to when the world news of the day is just too much to bear or even comprehend?\r\n\r\n10. “Unbroken,” by Laura Hillenbrand. This woman is such a remarkable researcher and writer that I find myself practically speechless. Her recounting of the life of former Olympic track star turned WWII bombardier and then prisoner of war and spectacular survivor, Louie Zamperini, is stunning.  This book is so incredibly well done that Ms. Hillenbrand deserves all of our thanks and admiration and then some.  If you think you’ve read some real life adventures about unspeakable courage that could make your hair stand on end, try this one and see if you can still breath normally by the time you finish reading it.\r\nMore good news. I believe I found all these books in the Beaufort County Library. A great place to visit. See you there!', 'Lives to inspire: More fascinating biographies', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lives-to-inspire-more-fascinating-biographies', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:05:18', '2012-01-05 00:05:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4945', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4947, 4, '2012-01-04 19:06:36', '2012-01-05 00:06:36', 'By Anne Kennedy\r\nWelcome to the world of horses!\r\nBefore you enter this equine universe, there are many questions to be considered, studied and answered. What are your goals? What is your riding level? Will you need to learn about horse keeping? Do you have the time and resources to care for a horse?\r\nMy goal in this first series of articles is to introduce you to horse ownership. Whether considering a horse for yourself or for a child, good decisions at the start of your journey will make the trip so much more enjoyable.\r\nThere is something so very magical about horses. From fantasy winged Pegasus to Secretariat or the beloved backyard friend, horses have long been known for forming special relationships with humans. So what is your dream? Do you want a horse to ride miles of trails to enjoy the great outdoors, one to take on camping trips with friends? Do you want to ride dressage, the beautiful classical moves that partner the equine and rider in union of dance. Are timed events your thing? Would you like to race around barrels at top speed? How about jumping high over fences then galloping to the next obstacle. Do you see yourself as an English rider in breaches or do cowboy chaps and cowgirl jeans fit your life style? Close your eyes and picture yourself on your horse. Would you be performing in front of an audience with you trick horse making young and older eyes twinkle with amazement? Where are you and what are you doing?\r\nWith approximately 267 different breeds of horses and ponies, you will have another choice to ponder. So many of these breeds are rare and without the sacrifice and hard work of many people, they would vanish. The Rocky Mountain Horse, a gaited breed, is one of these rare breeds that we specialize in at our farm. There are horses that are called warmer or colder breeds, the draft breeds, ponies and the miniature horses. Mules before the tractor was invented, were indispensable to the farmer. The mule is the offspring of a Jack, or donkey and a female horse, a mare. Each breed of horse offers it’s own unique way of moving and suitability for the task , or discipline. You can understand now that it is a good idea to know exactly how you would like to enjoy your horse before you obtain one. Would you like the trotting breed with a two beat intermediate gait that you “post” on, or a gaited breed that has a four beat foot fall that is smooth and preferred by people that cannot take the bounce of a trotting horse because of age or back problems. That opens a new area of consideration for you. Horseback riding is a wonderful way to get fresh air and exercise and to meet new friends but also you must consider your physical abilities. Choosing the right horse can make all the difference in your enjoyment and safety. Some of the more common breeds that are found in our area are the Thoroughbred, Quarter horse, Arabian and Tennessee Walking Horse. Often you will find crosses of these breeds, where they have been breed together to produce an animal that hopefully will have the best of each parent’s talents. With all the breeds, for the beginner you need to consider the temperament of the breed and of the horse itself. Some breeds are known to be hotter, more reactive, and are more suited for experienced riders . To further complicate matters within the breed, just like humans, there are horses that are more nervous and those that are more laid back. A lot to ponder but if you are able to find that special partner, just like in marriage, the ride is a blast!\r\nI could have written this quote by Gunther Gebel-Williams myself: “Once you become involved with animals, they become a part of you.”\r\n\r\n<em>Anne Kennedy owns Camelot Farms Equestrian Center and The Gift Horse Shop on Saint Helena Island. Please let us know if you have training questions, problems with your horses or have an event that you would like to announce. Camelotfarmshorses@gmail.com.</em>', 'Many things to know before owning a horse', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'many-things-to-know-before-owning-a-horse', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:06:36', '2012-01-05 00:06:36', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4947', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4949, 4, '2012-01-04 19:08:24', '2012-01-05 00:08:24', '[caption id=\"attachment_4950\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"168\" caption=\"Ray Hampton\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Ray-Hampton.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-4950\" title=\"Ray Hampton\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Ray-Hampton-e1325722072520-168x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"168\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nRay Hampton is an 8th grader at Lady’s Island Middle School. Ray has led the Cougar football team to their first two victories of the year by helping to defeat Whale Branch and McCracken. Ray has not only led on the court but in the classroom. Congratulations to Ray on being the athlete of the week for Lady’s Island Middle School!', 'Athlete of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'athlete-of-the-week-8', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:08:24', '2012-01-05 00:08:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4949', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4952, 4, '2012-01-04 19:09:18', '2012-01-05 00:09:18', 'By Takiya Smith\r\nThis past week, let alone this past year, has taught me a very valuable lesson regarding my love towards others. This past holiday season brought closure to particular relationships but opened pathways to newfound ones that I am certain will immensely impact my life forever. The foundation of these relationships, whether negative or positive, are all based upon trust and it is with great conviction that I continue to move forward and learn to trust.\r\nAs women, when we think about our relationships in regard to marriage, friendship and even courtship, the bottom line is that if there is no trust, we have nothing.  How can one be a friend and even receive a friend if there is no foundation of trust?  Personally, I am not saying that we should skip along in life, trusting every Jane, Judy and Jaonne that comes along, but we have to begin to open our eyes and our hearts to know when people, as well as ourselves, can be trusted.\r\nOur first and foremost relationship of trust comes from within. My morning routine often starts out with time spent in the mirror doing my hair and make up.  It is always during these intimate and quiet moments of preparation that I am given Godly inspiration and direction regarding my writing these articles. Ironically enough, the person that He is speaking about is the one standing, staring right at me from the mirror. Through this gentle and guiding process of wisdom shared, I have learned to listen to His cues regarding the areas of my life that are flawed and need to be smoothed out. Writing has become such an unknown passion to me and through this venue, hopefully, I am able to touch the hearts of the women of Beaufort County, and one day the world.\r\nIn the mirror, I have learned that beauty encompasses the multitudes and seeks to embrace the masses. When we, as women, can begin to take a look at ourselves first, we can zero in on our flaws and extract them, then we can learn to trust. From trust, empowerment is founded, and from empowerment encouragement is extended. When encouragement is extended, we then become our sister’s keeper and our sisters keep us.\r\n(Please note my apologies regarding an informational error in last weeks article, “Bling in the New Year.” Eye Candy Lash &amp; Inspirational Studio is now Eye Candy Lash &amp; Brow and was established in August of 2010 with a grand re-opening in October 2011.)', 'I am my sister’s keeper', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'i-am-my-sisters-keeper', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:09:18', '2012-01-05 00:09:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4952', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4954, 4, '2012-01-04 19:10:02', '2012-01-05 00:10:02', 'A coalition of 16 Lowcountry healthcare providers has received a half-million dollar grant from the Duke Endowment to create a medical system designed to coordinate services for low-income uninsured residents in Beaufort and Jasper counties.\r\nAccessHealth Lowcountry Network will serve as a clearinghouse for patients who have no regular medical provider and often bounce from one facility to another, losing continuity of care. Under the new system, patients would be referred to a “medical home” where they would have access to a primary care team able to provide preventative screenings, treatment of chronic disease and management of their medications.\r\nThose requiring specialized care or other social services, including vocational rehabilitation, pregnancy counseling or help with alcohol or drug abuse, would be referred to participating partners.\r\n“This is not a bricks and mortar project,” said Cindy Coburn-Smith of Beaufort Memorial Hospital, the administrative leader of the project. “We’re creating a system that will allow us to communicate with each other so we’re not duplicating services.”\r\nSome 33,000 low-income residents in Beaufort County and 6,000 residents in Jasper County are uninsured.\r\nLast month, Duke awarded $500,000 to AccessHealth Lowcountry Network through BMH to be dispersed over two years. The funding will be used to hire staff and purchase software that will allow participating healthcare partners access to patients’ medical records.\r\nBMH is expected to have the system operational by the summer. In time, administrators hope to add more providers to the network.', 'Duke awards AccessHealth Lowcountry Network', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'duke-awards-accesshealth-lowcountry-network', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:10:02', '2012-01-05 00:10:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4954', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4956, 4, '2012-01-04 19:11:28', '2012-01-05 00:11:28', 'Beaufort Memorial is pleased to announce the addition of Lowcountry Bone &amp; Joint, the private practice of H. Kevin Jones, MD, to the hospital’s growing network of physician practices.\r\nDr. Jones and his staff are now employed by Beaufort Memorial Hospital, and the practice will be managed by Beaufort Physician Partners, a division of the hospital.  The office will remain at its current location, 1251 Ribaut Rd., Beaufort, and the office number remains the same 524-3015.  Dr. Jones also will continue seeing patients at Bluffton Medical Services, 11 Arley Way, Ste. 102.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4957\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"H. Kevin Jones\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Health-Kevin-Jones.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4957\" title=\"Health-Kevin Jones\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Health-Kevin-Jones-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n“We are thrilled that Kevin Jones and his colleagues have joined our growing network of physicians,” said BMH President &amp; CEO Rick Toomey. “Their practice philosophy and focus on quality care perfectly matches ours and those of our physician partners, and we look forward to working together to excel in providing for the orthopedic needs of area residents.”\r\nDr. Jones, a native of Hilton Head Island, received his undergraduate degree from Clemson University, and his medical degree from the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston.  He completed a residency in orthopedic surgery at Orlando Regional Medical Center in Florida in 1989, and joined the medical staff of Beaufort Memorial Hospital later that year.  He specializes in hip and knee replacement and arthroscopic surgery, with a special interest in minimally invasive techniques.\r\nIn his quest for less invasive techniques, Dr. Jones is one of only a few physicians in South Carolina trained to perform the Oxford Uni-Compartmental Knee procedure.  Dr. Jones is joined in his practice by his wife Becky, who is an Adult Nurse Practitioner, Board Certified, and Evan C. Reese, Jr., MD, an orthopedic surgeon.', 'H. Kevin Jones, MD joins Beaufort Physician Partners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'h-kevin-jones-md-joins-beaufort-physician-partners', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:11:28', '2012-01-05 00:11:28', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4956', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4959, 4, '2012-01-04 19:13:40', '2012-01-05 00:13:40', 'By Danette Vernon\r\n\r\nHave you ever played, or watched one of your kids play one of those video games where you sit inside of the game, curtained in as it were—just you and the game—all alone in there?\r\nYes? Well, that is much like what it is like for all of us in our thoughts, especially when we are engaged in angry, anxious or sad thoughts, we are all alone with them—and they can seem “so real.” The event that we are worrying over may have played out, yesterday, or 50 years back, yet here we are, still “playing the game” of that event.\r\nHow do we get so stuck, and how does it affect our health?\r\nScience tells us that the more we think of a particular event, the stronger the neuro-network is in our minds. Even the Bible says, “As man thinketh in his heart, so he is.”\r\nAnd once we adjust to how “we” generally feel and therefore think, we hardly realize how often we are playing “the game” of anger, or sadness. “Playing” just becomes a part of our lives, cruising along in the car, falling asleep ... all the while, playing the game again, as if we have nothing else to do.\r\nMarcus Aurelius, a Roman Emperor and philosopher from 161-180 AD, said, “no one can breach your boundaries without your permission,” which means no one can make you angry, or anxious, or sad, only you do that — it is your choice. Hard words to hear, as we all sometimes feel, or believe, that how “we” reacted to a particular event is the only way anyone in their right mind would react, but frankly, it just isn’t true.\r\nAll events are neutral, only we give them meaning, life, space, in our heads — sometimes forever.\r\nHow is all of this affecting your health?\r\nRe-occurring negative feelings contributes, to many emotional and physical ills. And surprise — to being overweight, as anger, anxious and sad thoughts leave an acidic residue on the body that must be dealt with, as the body is always working to have your blood and therefore your body at a particular pH. Your body is constantly adjusting to be slightly alkaline and will pull from your bones, teeth, liver, etc., to get the minerals it needs to re-alkalize after you have had “yet another acid-residue thought.” The end result, in theory, is that in an effort to shield your organs from this high acid environment, your body veils them in fat. In addition, you risk the possibility of getting shorter; as un-checked acidification leads to osteoporosis.\r\nSo, note to self — un-checked emotions may lead to brittle bones — quite literally your thoughts can “break you!”\r\nIf you would like to work towards reversing this process, begin by tuning into your thoughts and learning what foods support an alkaline environment in your body. For more information please contact Danette Vernon at Therapeutic Solutions at 524-2554.', 'The Anger Game — and what it does to you', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-anger-game-and-what-it-does-to-you', '', '', '2012-06-18 13:00:24', '2012-06-18 17:00:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4959', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4961, 4, '2012-01-04 19:14:25', '2012-01-05 00:14:25', 'YMCA thanks sponsors for lock-in\r\nThe New Year’s Eve Rockin’ Lock-in was a huge success for the Wardle Family YMCA. Dozens of children enjoyed fun and games throughout the night and even rang in 2012 watching the televisions on the treadmills in the fitness room. This event was made possible through generous donations from our community sponsors.  A delicious assortment of food was graciously donated by Papa Jones, Carolina Wings, Taco Bell, Coca-Cola and Crave Cupcakes. “We expect next year to be an even bigger success!” says Kaylin Caron, Childcare Director at the YMCA. “I want to personally express my gratitude to all donors!”\r\n\r\nAn overlooked section of Lady’s Island\r\nHaving read the column by Peggy Allard about Crystal Lake in the December 8-15 issue of “The Island News,” one feels some points should be made about an overlooked section of Lady’s Island.  Crystal Lake is beside Lady’s Island Drive which opened in 1980 and became the eastern boundary of that overlooked section.  Our northern boundary is U.S. 21, or Sea Island Parkway.   Our western boundary is the Beaufort River and Meridan Road.  Our southern point and smallest section is near the McTeer Bridge where Lady’s Island Drive meets Meridan Road.\r\nIt was along a portion of Meridan Road, about an half mile west of the lake, where a school child was injured and the question of sidewalks was once more raised. That request apparently has been long forgotten but the county was able to donate $3.2 million to convert Crystal Lake into a play thing.\r\nYoumans Drive has one end at Meridan Road and the other end at Sea Island Parkway.  When Beaufort High School was built on the north side of the drive, some of us thought for sure sidewalks would be built along that road.  Eleven years have passed and no sidewalks along Youmans Drive\r\nDuring that 11 years, school buses have used that section of Youmans Drive from Sea Island Parkway to Beaufort High’s bus entrance. The section of road was not designed for that traffic and is badly deteriorated. But apparently it is better to make a toy of Crystal  Lake.\r\nThere were a few of us thinking that when the newer McTeer Bridge was completed that at last a light would be placed near the Meridan Road and Lady’s Island Drive intersection.  Another foolish idea.\r\nThe saddest parts about using our tax payer money on making Crystal Lake an adult toy is it could have been used to improve our section of Lady’s Island and our children would not continue having to walk along unsafe roads.\r\nRobert Joseph Williams\r\nLady’s Island', 'Letters to the Editor', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'letters-to-the-editor-2', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:14:25', '2012-01-05 00:14:25', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4961', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4963, 4, '2012-01-04 19:15:26', '2012-01-05 00:15:26', 'Mr. Doug Henderson, Beaufort County Treasurer, will be the guest speaker at the January 10 meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association.  He was elected to the office of treasurer in November 2010 and assumed the position July 1, 2011.  The delay in assuming the office was due to South Carolina law which requires county treasurers to assume office at the beginning of a fiscal year versus the January 1 for most other elected positions.\r\nBefore assuming his present position, Mr. Henderson had 35 years of experience as a banker and also worked for the county assessor for seven years.  He holds certificates from the South Carolina Banker’s School at the University of South Carolina, the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University, East Carolina University, and other institutions. He has held positions with the Home Builder’s Association, United Way and other civic and service groups. He is a former Chairman of the Aiken Chamber of Commerce and a graduate of Leadership Beaufort. Originally from Spartanburg, Mr. Henderson is the sixth of 10 children and has been married for nearly 50 years.\r\nMr. Henderson has been requested to include in his discussion with the LIBPA members the following subjects:\r\n• Evaluation of the strong and weak points of the today’s Beaufort County Treasurer’s Office.\r\n• Impact on tax revenue of the economic downturn.\r\n• Have the “bugs” been worked out of the Manatron computer system which has been blamed for many of the past tax problems?\r\n• Does the annual property tax sale accomplish its purpose in an efficient manner?\r\n• Opinion of referendum to make County Treasurer an appointed versus elected office.\r\n• Long term objectives for the office.\r\nThe meeting is open to the public and will be held on Tuesday, January 10, at 8 a.m. in the Beaufort County Realtors Association Headquarters on 22 Kemmerlin Lane located in the Palmetto Business Park (behind BB&amp;T Bank) on Lady’s Island Drive.', 'County treasurer to be LIBPA guest speaker', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'county-treasurer-to-be-libpa-guest-speaker', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:15:26', '2012-01-05 00:15:26', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4963', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4965, 4, '2012-01-04 19:16:15', '2012-01-05 00:16:15', 'Boulevards lined with flowering trees and shrubs; utility lines buried underground; and  bustling shops filled with people who walk, bike or park in convenient locations are goals for 2012 and beyond in historic Beaufort.\r\nA re-energized and reconstituted Beaufort Redevelopment Commission and Beaufort City Council began reshaping the city in 2011 as it celebrated its 300th birthday.\r\nOn the eve of Beaufort’s fourth century since its founding Jan. 17, 1711, Beaufort is poised for improvements that will benefit residents and visitors as well as boost the local economy, city leaders said.\r\n“Looking back, 2011 was huge for Beaufort, and it helps set the stage for what’s coming in 2012 and beyond,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said. “We put a lot of time, faith and effort into making sure that all of our planning doesn’t just sit on a shelf but gets translated into reality. We are seeing that happen, and 2012 promises to be even busier.”\r\nBeaufort is in the “re-investment phase” of its long-term strategy, Beaufort City Manager Scott Dadson said. “From 2009 through 2011, we protected our cash position, we improved our service levels while lowering our overall cost structure, and we began to tie our financials to our planning, to our operations and to our maintenance.\r\n“Now we are starting to see the fruits of that labor.  We are also coming back up in terms of building permits in Beaufort, and that is largely infill in the city. In 2011 we had the most building permits since 2007,” Dadson said.\r\nTo set the stage for translating planning into reality, the Beaufort City Council authorized the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission to establish a support office to work side by side with the city’s Planning Department. This new team, called the Office of Civic Investment, has been working through the first year of a two-year effort to prepare a citywide Civic Master Plan on a block-by-block, neighborhood by neighborhood approach.\r\nSuccesses include:\r\n• A $12.6 million federal DOT grant awarded in December;\r\n• Retrofitting several downtown structures to new uses, including the former City Hall. Between Wren, Breakwater, City Loft and the old city hall, the city has seen more than $5 million in capital investment on the corner of Carteret and Port Republic streets;\r\n• Seeing a new McDonald’s restaurant under construction on Boundary Street that reflects the Boundary Street form-based code;\r\n• Renewed interest in housing infill in Beaufort and the help of the Lowcountry Housing Trust for financing options;\r\n• Collaboration with Beaufort County and the private sector on the long-awaited linear park, known as the Rail to Trail.\r\nLeading the way is the $12.6 million TIGER III federal Transportation Department grant, the 16th largest such grant award in the nation. The funding targets the Boundary Street Redevelopment Corridor, the primary entrance to historic Beaufort.\r\nThat money, coupled with matching funds from Beaufort County’s one-cent voter-approved road tax, will help create unified and connected neighborhoods designed for people and not just for cars.\r\nA financial impact analysis indicates the local economy will see $5 in benefits for every $1 invested in the Boundary Street Redevelopment District.\r\n“The Boundary Street Redevelopment District is the transformational project that will help re-shape the entrance to Beaufort for decades and create great opportunities for business and residents,” said Jon Verity, chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission.\r\nThe project includes converting the former Port Royal railroad into a multi-use trail; making Beaufort’s streets more accessible to pedestrians, wheelchairs, baby strollers and bikes; adding shared-lane markers on roads for bikes and cars; and creating new links and connections so people can reach different destinations without cars.\r\nIn the core commercial district, Lowcountry Produce is set to open a fresh market grocery in early 2012 in the former City Hall building at Carteret and Port Republic streets. Similarly, the former Lipsitz shoe store on Bay Street will be retrofitted to house Barefoot Bubba’s inventory. Additionally, the Lipsitz Department Store and former Bay Street Trading Company locations have new owners who will soon make improvements.\r\nNearby, in the Northwest Quadrant residential area downtown, two-plus previously derelict acres are being built with new homes and “live-work units” developed by Steven Tully and John Trask III. Beaufort city leaders already have in place plans for $1.3 million in streetscape improvements in the area of Bladen, Prince, Duke and Adventure streets. The improvements are being paid for through two federal Community Development Block Grants.\r\nVerity, chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission, hailed the MidTown Square project as an example of public-private partnerships that are the goal of the Redevelopment Commission.\r\n“This type of infill is what we are seeking as we move Beaufort into its fourth century — encouraging the filling in of open and vacant spaces in the city to create new homes and new jobs,” Verity said.', 'Redevelopment a key theme for city in 2012', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'redevelopment-a-key-theme-for-city-in-2012', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:16:15', '2012-01-05 00:16:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4965', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4967, 4, '2012-01-04 19:20:59', '2012-01-05 00:20:59', 'By Tess Malijenovsky\r\n\r\nMeet Arushka: the sweet, world-traveled dog that’s new to town and responds to Polish, Albanian, a little Spanish and Urdu. Arushka, or “little bear cub” in Albanian, was a young puppy when she was found in a snow bank near an “instant cemetery” in Kosovo in 2001. Her mother was killed, as there was a war going on in the country at the time.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4968\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Arushka the puppy in Kosovo.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Arushka-4-weeks.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4968\" title=\"OLYMPUS DIGITAL CAMERA\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Arushka-4-weeks-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nBill Ballard was working as a Foreign Service Officer for the State Department in Kosovo when he was handed the tiny pup. Bill explained that in war territories, when the electricity goes out and food becomes sparse, pets are turned loose to the streets. About 50,000 dogs, he said, ran wild in the city where he was working. Raising a puppy in turbulent territory is no ordinary feat. Bill imported dog food from Germany and actually had a doctor who was looking for surgery practice spay Arushka while in Kosovo.\r\nFor most families working in American embassies and consulates, having a pet is out of the question because of the hassle of travel, but that didn’t stop Bill. Arushka came with him to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia; Lahore, Pakistan, and Bogotá, Columbia, throughout his career. Kids of the consulate families got a special kick out of playing with Arushka, the that became their Little League team mascot.\r\nAfter Kosovo, Bill was relocated to Jeddah, but to bring Arushka to the Saudi Arabia he’d have to prove that she was purebred and either a guard dog, hunting dog or Seeing Eye dog. Bill listed Arushka as a Miniature German Shepherd, a “new breed,” and a guard dog. “I don’t know whether it was my diplomatic passport or the cash inside the passport but he only made a cursory examination and signed off on her,” Bill said.\r\nBill and Arushka lived in a nine-bedroom house all to themselves. She was not welcomed in the presence of the Saudis because dogs are unclean by Islamic standards and only allowed to work (not to touch); so Arushka stayed at home in her garden among the date trees with her own gardener.\r\nIn Pakistan, Arushka picked up Urdu from her private house keeper, which is the same way she picked up a little Spanish in Bogotá. But the multi-lingual dog doesn’t like responding to English, so Bill usually speaks to her in Polish or Albanian.\r\nAfter 10 years of world travel, Arushka is happier than ever that she and Bill are officially retired in beautiful Beaufort where they spend all their time together. She especially likes her water bowl at Common Ground and taking walks with her best friend Bill by the waterfront.', 'Arushka: The traveling dog story', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'arushka-the-traveling-dog-story', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:20:59', '2012-01-05 00:20:59', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4967', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4970, 4, '2012-01-04 19:22:31', '2012-01-05 00:22:31', 'Visitors to the Smithsonian exhibit, New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music at the Beaufort Branch Library, agree that it is an unforgettable, toe-tapping musical experience!   Be sure to experience this one of a kind exhibit during its stay at the Beaufort library (311 Scott Street). The exhibit will be on view during hours of operation until Saturday, February 4.\r\n\r\nIn addition to being the temporary home for New Harmonies, the Beaufort library, in partnership with several local organizations, has put together a robust schedule of free, music events. Full event descriptions are available online at www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/newharmonies&lt;http://www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/newharmonies.\r\n\r\nDocumentary Film Series\r\nThe following films will be shown at the Beaufort library at both 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. on the respective dates. There is no admission charge for these screenings.\r\n• Thursday, January 5,  3 p.m. and 6 p.m. “Al Otro Lado.”\r\n• Thursday, January 12,  3 p.m. and 6 p.m. “Awake My Soul: The Story of Sacred Harp”\r\n• Thursday, January 26,  3 p.m. and 6 p.m. “Johnny Cash: The Man, His World, His Music”\r\n• Thursday,  February 2, 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. “Through Many Dangers: The Story of Gospel Music.”\r\n\r\nLunch and Listen\r\nPerformances begin at noon in the auditorium (Bldg 12) on the Technical College of the Lowcountry Beaufort Campus, 921 Ribaut Road.  Participants are encouraged to bring their lunch to eat in the student center prior to the performance.  All performances are free.\r\n• Wednesday, January 11 at noon: “Girls with Guitars: Women in Country Music” with Amanda Brewer.\r\n• Wednesday, January 25, Noon: “Sounds of Barbershop” featuring Tidal Fource\r\n• Wednesday, February 1, at Noon: “Livin’ Music: A Gullah/Geechee Journey of Harmony” featuring Queen Quet.\r\n\r\nSaturday at the Smithsonian:\r\nA series of free music programs suitable for the whole family to enjoy every Saturday at the Beaufort Library at 2 p.m.\r\n• Saturday, January 7: “History of Hand Drumming and Drum Circle” with Sam Jones.\r\n• Saturday, January 14:  “Shape Note Singing with Lowcountry Sacred Harp.” Note: This event will be held at Grand Army Hall, 706 Newcastle Street.\r\n• Saturday, January 21: “Appalachian Stories and Songs” with John Fowler.\r\n• Saturday, January 28: “Tunes and Tales” with Irene Goodnight.\r\n• Saturday, February 4: “Gullah Stories and Songs with Aunt Pearlie Sue.”\r\n\r\nSunday Concert Series:\r\nThe following concerts will be held at ARTworks (2127 Boundary Street). There is no admission charge. Donations are encouraged.\r\n• Sunday, January 8 at 3 p.m.:    FolkUs and The Hungry Monks in concert.\r\n• Sunday, January 22 at 3 p.m.: Blue Mudd in concert.\r\n• Sunday, January 29, at 3 p.m.:   Drink Small Trio in concert.', 'Library launches a month of free music', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'library-launches-a-month-of-free-music', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:22:31', '2012-01-05 00:22:31', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4970', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(4972, 4, '2012-01-04 19:26:05', '2012-01-05 00:26:05', 'As social affairs go, Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation’s winter fundraiser promises to be a ball. Some 50 elegant dinner parties have been planned all over town in some of the area’s finest homes.\r\nAnd that’s just the warm-up for the main event — a black tie gala with live music, dancing and decadent desserts.\r\nThe much talked about Valentine Ball takes place Feb. 11 at Parris Island’s historic Lyceum Hall. As many as 800 people are expected to attend the soiree — the biggest annual fundraiser for the foundation. Proceeds from this year’s event will help pay for the expansion of the hospital’s emergency department.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4973\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Co-chairs Chad and Tei Tober and Valerie and Marc Fisher are preparing an extravagant evening aboard the Orient Express for this year’s Valentine Ball.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Health-Valentine-Ball-Chairs.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-4973\" title=\"Health-Valentine Ball Chairs\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Health-Valentine-Ball-Chairs-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n“People recognize the importance of having a good community hospital,” said ball co-chair Tei Tober. “And there aren’t a lot of formal events in Beaufort. It’s fun to get dressed up at least once a year.”\r\nGuests who make their reservations by Jan. 16 receive an invitation to one of the private dinner parties hosted by area residents.\r\n“Everybody brings out their finest china and goblets,” said Becky Trask, who helped organize the first Valentine Ball in 1990 and has hosted countless parties over the years. “You try to make it really special with good food, an elegant place setting and beautiful decorations.”\r\nBall organizers spend a full day putting together the guest list for each dinner. Using a spread sheet, they carefully select six to 12 couples per party, creating different and diverse groups each year.\r\n“The private dinner parties are what make the event so unique,” said co-chair Valerie Fisher, who has been involved with the ball since 2005. “It’s a great way to meet new people.”\r\nAbout 9 p.m., the dinner parties break up and attendees head over to the gala where they are treated to a grand selection of desserts served on tiered serving pieces.\r\nThis year, the ball will feature A-town A-list, an Atlanta-based band specializing in a wide variety of dance music from disco to Motown to jazz and shag. Members of the talented group have shared the stage with some of the industry’s biggest names, including Bruce Springsteen, The Dave Matthews Band, Stevie Wonder, The Black Eyed Peas and Jennifer Lopez.\r\nThe festivities also will include a silent auction and a late-night serving of ham biscuits and coffee.\r\nBecause the dinner party hosts foot the bill for the food served in their homes, more of the proceeds are left to be donated to the hospital. Last year, the ball raised $231,000. Over the last 22 years, more than $3.5 million has been contributed to the hospital to upgrade technology and expand and improve facilities and services.\r\n“It’s a huge community affair,” Tober said. “It couldn’t happen without the help and support of Beaufort residents.”\r\nTickets to the Valentine Ball start at $150 per person. Reservations can be made online at www.valentineball.org or by calling (843) 522-5774.', 'Preparing for the Valentine Ball 2012', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'preparing-for-the-valentine-ball-2012', '', '', '2012-01-04 19:26:05', '2012-01-05 00:26:05', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4972', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4976, 4, '2012-01-07 12:18:56', '2012-01-07 17:18:56', 'Folks traveling along Hwy 170 this morning were able to witness a site not often seen... a boat that caught fire at the dock at the Broad River Landing, along the Broad River bridge.  No word yet if there were any injuries.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_4977\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"336\" caption=\"Photo courtesy of John Haynie\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/boatonfire.jpg\"><img class=\" wp-image-4977\" title=\"boatonfire\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/boatonfire-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"336\" height=\"232\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n <a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/boatonfire21.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft  wp-image-4979\" title=\"boatonfire2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/boatonfire21-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"268\" /></a>', 'Boat catches fire at Broad River Landing', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'boat-catches-fire-at-broad-river-landing', '', '', '2012-01-07 12:22:20', '2012-01-07 17:22:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4976', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(4986, 4, '2012-01-09 12:45:27', '2012-01-09 17:45:27', 'Click and print these coupons<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Coupon-6-28.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft  wp-image-7269\" title=\"Coupon 6-28\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Coupon-6-28-1024x840.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"664\" height=\"544\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<span style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/coupon-4-26final1.jpg\">\r\n</a> </span>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Coupons', '', 'private', 'open', 'closed', '', 'coupons', '', '', '2012-11-21 14:15:11', '2012-11-21 19:15:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?page_id=4986', 0, 'page', '', 0),
(4989, 4, '2012-01-10 09:17:33', '2012-01-10 14:17:33', 'Gamecocks Defensive End, and fellow-Beaufortonian, Devin Taylor will return for his senior season at USC, he confirmed through the university Monday.\r\n\"I still have some things I\'d like to accomplish at Carolina before I go on to the next level,\" Taylor said in a statement.\r\nTaylor was one of a group of USC players who could have been picked in the upcoming NFL draft. Two others, Alshon Jeffery and Stephon Gilmore, elected to enter the draft.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/devintaylor.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft  wp-image-4991\" title=\"devintaylor\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/devintaylor-300x154.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"292\" height=\"162\" /></a>', 'Taylor to stay put at USC next year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'taylor-to-stay-put-at-usc-next-year', '', '', '2012-01-10 09:17:33', '2012-01-10 14:17:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=4989', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5104, 4, '2012-01-18 19:59:18', '2012-01-19 00:59:18', '[caption id=\"attachment_5105\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Hellraisers to perform at Mardis Gras at The Shed\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/art-Mardi-Gras-at-The-Shed-.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5105\" title=\"Hellraisers to perform at Mardis Gras at The Shed\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/art-Mardi-Gras-at-The-Shed--300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe Mardi Gras Take Over on Saturday, January 28, 2012, is a great way to be a part of the creative movement—and to dance your booty off to Dwayne Dopsie and the Zydeco Hellraiser.\r\n\r\nThe Hellraisers are direct from New Orleans, in their third year of fueling this dance party with flaming accordion and a mean washboard. Guests should dress festively and warm up their dancing muscles for a night of conga lines, boogeying, stompin’ and generally putting on the ritz. The event also includes a silent auction, a cash bar, a parade of beady delights and food by Berry Island Café—jambalaya and white chocolate bread pudding, the signature New Orleans dessert. Kings and Queens will be chosen!\r\n\r\nThe event is at the Shed on Paris Avenue in Old Village Port Royal, and tickets close Jan. 23, 2012.\r\n\r\nARTworks, the arts council of Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands, works year-round in order to heighten quality of life and cultural assets with after school classes, community theater, American roots music, a clean well-lit gallery to peruse and ponder paintings  (located 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort 29902).\r\n\r\nTickets to Mardis Gras at the Shed are $75: 843-379-2787, http://www.artworksinbeaufort.org.', 'Mardi Gras at The Shed', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'mardi-gras-at-the-shed', '', '', '2012-01-18 19:59:18', '2012-01-19 00:59:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5104', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5007, 4, '2012-01-11 21:55:20', '2012-01-12 02:55:20', '<strong>By Tess Malijenovsky</strong>\r\n\r\nStokes Honda Cars of Beaufort, the family-owned business that’s been in town for over 20 years, is remodeling to better serve its customers. Stokes Honda prides itself as being a dealership that gives back to the community. “Other dealerships have picked up and moved to other places, but we’re building right in the same exact location and really making a commitment to the people here in Beaufort,” said General Manager Michael Coxwell.\r\n\r\nThe new Stokes Honda of Beaufort building will have a spacious indoor showroom where customers can walk around as they compare cars to buy. Their Service Department will be improved to accommodate more people faster. The new State of the Art equipment will allow for an express service that gets customers in and out. Customers can make appointments for their car services and enjoy a brand new lounge with WiFi, gourmet coffee and television. In addition, they offer a shuttle service and courtesy cars for their customers.\r\n\r\nCoxwell estimates that the construction will take about ten months but is excited for the new architectural design that will compliment the town. “We want to have a new building that Beaufort will be proud of and a dealership that they can call their own,” he said.\r\n\r\nWhile their current location undergoes its makeover, Stokes Honda will move next door to its used car dealership where used cars, new cars and car services will share the same roof. Because of the limited space, Coxwell says, they’ll have to keep cars moving in and out of the lot: “The guys are excited about that, a fast moving dealership with really great specials.”\r\n\r\nAside from Stokes Hondas’ shuttle and courtesy car services, it boasts one of the largest inventories of cars in the area thanks to its connection with 17 other Stokes Honda dealerships. Their better selection comes to an advantage for customers that demand specific cars. If it’s not on the lot, Stokes Honda can get the car from their partner dealerships in no time.\r\n\r\nAs part of Stokes Honda of Beaufort for 23 years and the GM for 20, Michael Coxwell can testify to the company’s support of the community and military. Over the years they have sponsored varies charities, local schools and churches. Stop by Stokes Honda Cars of Beaufort located at 88 Robert Smalls Pkwy to support your local car dealership.\r\n<div></div>', 'Stokes Honda Cars of Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'stokes-honda-cars-of-beaufort', '', '', '2012-01-11 21:55:20', '2012-01-12 02:55:20', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5007', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5009, 4, '2012-01-11 21:56:04', '2012-01-12 02:56:04', '“Melcancholia” Tuesday, Jan. 10, 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nIn this beautiful movie about the end of the world, Justine (Kirsten Dunst) and Michael (Alexander Skarsgård) are celebrating their marriage at a sumptuous party in the home of her sister Claire (Charlotte Gainsbourg), and brother-in-law John (Kiefer Sutherland). Despite Claire’s best efforts, the wedding is a fiasco, with family tensions mounting and relationships fraying. Meanwhile, a planet called Melancholia is heading directly towards Earth... “Melcancholia” is a psychological disaster film from director Lars von Trier.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The Black Power Mixtape” Tuesday, Jan. 17, 7 p.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Rejoice &amp; Shout” Thursday, Jan. 19, 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nPerhaps the most intense and emotional music one can ever hear is the best of African-American Gospel music. Packed with evocative photos, rare audio recordings, stirring film appearances and TV performances, “Rejoice &amp; Shout” covers the 200 year musical history of African-American Christianity. Culled from hundreds of hours of music, “Rejoice &amp; Shout” features the crème de la crème of Gospel music.\r\n\r\n“Rejoice &amp; Shout” traces the evolution of Gospel through its many musical styles—spirituals and early hymns, four-part harmony-based quartets, the integration of blues and swing into Gospel, the emergence of Soul, and the blending of Rap and Hip Hop elements.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“The Way” Tuesday, Jan. 24, 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nThe Way is a powerful and inspirational story about family, friends and the challenges we face while navigating this ever-changing and complicated world.  Martin Sheen plays Tom, an American doctor who comes to St. Jean Pied de Port, France to collect the remains of his adult son (played by Emilio Estevez), killed in the Pyrenees in a storm while walking the Camino de Santiago, also known as “The Way” of Saint James. Rather than return home, Tom decides to embark on the historical pilgrimage to honor his son’s desire to finish the journey. What Tom doesn’t plan on is the profound impact the journey will have on him.\r\n\r\nFilmed entirely in Spain and France along the actual Camino de Santiago.', 'USCB January documentaries and films', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uscb-january-documentaries-and-films', '', '', '2012-01-11 21:56:04', '2012-01-12 02:56:04', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5009', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5011, 4, '2012-01-11 22:00:03', '2012-01-12 03:00:03', '[caption id=\"attachment_5013\" align=\"aligncenter\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Beaufort International Film Festival\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/beaufort-intl-film-fest1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-5013\" title=\"Beaufort International Film Festival\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/beaufort-intl-film-fest1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"72\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong>25 independent films and 6 screenplays have been chosen from nearly 200 entries world wide. All film screenings at USBC, Center for the Arts.</strong>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Wednesday, Feb. 15</strong>\r\n\r\nFilmmakers Opening Night Reception/ Invitation Only, 6-8  p.m.\r\n\r\nOld Bay Marketplace Rooftop,\r\n\r\n917 Bay Street, Beaufort\r\n\r\n<strong>Thursday, Feb. 16</strong>\r\n\r\nFilm Screenings, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.\r\n\r\nScreenwriters Table Read, 7:30 p.m. (Wine and Cheese Reception)\r\n\r\nUSCB, Center for the Arts\r\n\r\nSingle Ticket $15 (included in All Events Pass) No Discounts.\r\n\r\n<strong>Friday, Feb.17</strong>\r\n\r\nFilm Screenings, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Saturday, Feb. 18</strong>\r\n\r\nFilm Screenings, 9 .a.m-1:40 p.m.\r\n\r\nAwards Ceremony Cocktail Hour, 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nAwards Presentations, 8 p.m.\r\n\r\nUSCB, Center for the Arts\r\n\r\nSingle Ticket $15 (included in All Events Pass)\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nIndividual films $5 each or for all 25 films purchase the Unlimited Film Pass $75\r\n\r\nThur./Fri. Daily Film Pass $30 each day, Sat. Daily Film Pass $20\r\n\r\nAll Events Pass $125(BFS Members $100\r\n<div></div>', 'Beaufort International Film Festival', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-international-film-festival', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:37:01', '2012-01-12 03:37:01', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5011', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5571, 4, '2012-02-11 17:40:32', '2012-02-11 22:40:32', 'At approximately 5:00 this afternoon the Plaza Stadium Theater on Robert Smalls Parkway in Beaufort was evacuated due to an apparent electrical fire.  Patrons were watching their movies and \"everything just shut down\", said one movie-goer.\r\n\r\nFire trucks and emergency personnel rushed into the Theater.  Nobody was hurt, and when the local favorite hang-out will reopen is currently unknown.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/firemovie1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-5572\" title=\"firemovie1\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/firemovie1-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a> \r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/firemovie2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-5573\" title=\"firemovie2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/firemovie2-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort\'s Plaza Stadium Theater evacuated due to electrical fire', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beauforts-plaza-stadium-theater-evacuated-due-to-electrical-fire', '', '', '2012-02-11 17:40:32', '2012-02-11 22:40:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5571', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5020, 4, '2012-01-11 22:05:26', '2012-01-12 03:05:26', '[caption id=\"attachment_5021\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Call for artists to re-think the nude.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Arts-ReNude2.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5021\" title=\"ReNude\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Arts-ReNude2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nHow would you renew the nude? The human form has driven and swayed religion, the sciences and the arts; our bodies have been uncovered and covered in spirit and form throughout the centuries. Where are we now and what of the future?\r\n\r\nArtists are invited to submit artwork on the theme of “Re-Nude” for a juried art show/gallery event organized by the Friends of Planned Parenthood of Beaufort (your neighbors in Pigeon Point, Dataw, Bay Street, Spring Island and Hilton Head) to benefit Planned Parenthood Health Systems in South Carolina.\r\n\r\n• There is no fee to be a part of this show.\r\n\r\n• Personal interpretation of the theme is encouraged (such as the Re-Nude event poster designed by Tim Devine) and only original art (of any and all media) is accepted.\r\n\r\n• The organizers reserve the right to accept only quality work in keeping with the theme, and standards of self-determination and health.\r\n\r\n• Artists can submit a maximum of 4 pieces.\r\n\r\nAll accepted art will be priced by the artist and sold either as a 50/50 split, or full donations are much appreciated. When delivered, each piece must be ready to hang, and marked on the back with the title, price and artist name. Artists are invited gratis to the party on Feb. 24, at ARTworks in Beaufort Town Center.\r\n\r\nThe deadline to submit is Sunday, Jan. 29, 2012. To apply and participate, send an email to the local artist coordinator volunteer at plannedart@hotmail.com.\r\n<div></div>', 'Call for art: Re-Nude', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'call-for-art-re-nude-2', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:05:55', '2012-01-12 03:05:55', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5020', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5024, 4, '2012-01-11 22:06:45', '2012-01-12 03:06:45', 'The Beaufort County Administrator has received written correspondence from the United States Department of Justice that the Attorney General does not interpose any objection to the redistricting plans as submitted for the Beaufort County Council and the Beaufort County School Board.\r\n\r\nA plan that does not receive an objection is deemed approved as the Justice Department does not provide approval notices for any redistricting plan that it receives.\r\n\r\nBeaufort County Ordinance Number 2011-25, which adopted the new district lines for County Council and School Board seats, becomes effective immediately and thereby eliminates the previous district lines and substitutes the new districts lines in their place.\r\n\r\nBeaufort county was required to redraw its district lines by federal and state law after the 2010 census figures were released and certified to ensure equal representation between voters of the various districts. The approved plan, passed by County Council at its September 12th meeting, shifted one County Council district from the northern areas of the county to the southern areas to reflect the dramatic increase in population that has occurred in the Bluffton/Sun City area. The School Board District was also adjusted as the 1992 Act of the General Assembly requires that School Board members be elected from the same single member districts as County Council members.\r\n<div></div>', 'Justice Department Approves of County Council and School Board Redistricting Plans', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'justice-department-approves-of-county-council-and-school-board-redistricting-plans', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:06:45', '2012-01-12 03:06:45', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5024', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5026, 4, '2012-01-11 22:07:32', '2012-01-12 03:07:32', 'The Beaufort County Transportation Advisory Group (TBAG) will meet at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 18, in the chambers of Beaufort County Council, 100 Ribaut Road, Beaufort.\r\n\r\nThe group is led by Beaufort County Council Chairman Weston Newton, and composed of representatives of area county and municipal councils and agencies. Members are scheduled to discuss highway improvement projects planned or underway throughout the region.\r\n\r\nThe meeting will be televised live on The County Channel. The broadcast will be streamed on the home page of the county website, www.bcgov.net and carried on Charter Cable channel 20, Comcast Cable channel 2, Hargray Cable channels 9 and 252, Time Warner Cable Hilton Head Island channel 66 and Time Warner Cable Sun City channel 63.', 'BTAG meets Jan. 18', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'btag-meets-jan-18', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:07:32', '2012-01-12 03:07:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5026', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5028, 4, '2012-01-11 22:08:02', '2012-01-12 03:08:02', 'LendingTree, a national online mortgage broker, is paying a $3 million penalty for failing to comply with state law requiring all mortgage lenders to make the appropriate disclosures to potential customers.\r\n\r\nIn September 2008, Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor Duffie Stone, along with the other chief prosecutors of the state, sued LendingTree to enforce state law and stop their unfair business practices. Immediately after the suit was filed, the online mortgage broker changed language on its website to comply with state law. This week, LendingTree began making payments on the statutory penalty associated with those practices.\r\n\r\n“Thousands of South Carolina homeowners are losing their homes to foreclosure,” Stone said. “In these difficult economic times, the very least consumers should expect is that the people making money off of these mortgages are following the law. In the case of LendingTree, they were not.”\r\n\r\nState law requires all mortgage brokers to disclose that they are the agent of the borrower. Additionally, they must disclose all material facts and give a good faith estimate of any fees the broker receives, whether from the lender or borrower. Prior to the suit, LendingTree was not making these disclosures.\r\n\r\nThe Charlotte-based mortgage broker will pay the five counties of the Fourteenth Circuit a total of $163,376 that will be divided up among the counties based on the number of mortgages closed. Beaufort County will receive $132,335.\r\n\r\n“Most importantly, LendingTree now has to live up to its fiduciary responsibility that state law mandates and our citizens deserve,” Stone said.\r\n<div></div>', 'LendingTree pays $3 million', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lendingtree-pays-3-million', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:08:02', '2012-01-12 03:08:02', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5028', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5030, 4, '2012-01-11 22:09:07', '2012-01-12 03:09:07', '<strong>By Tom Davis</strong>\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina General Assembly begins a new legislative session this week, and I think it should focus on these three goals:\r\n\r\n• Cap government spending. State spending grew by 20 percent last year and revenues are projected to grow by an additional 20 percent in 2012. Simply put, state government is too big and tries to do too much. This year, instead of using the new money to expand government programs or, even worse, create new ones, we should pay down state debt and/or rebate dollars to taxpayers. Last year my bill to cap spending failed in the South Carolina Senate by only four votes. We need to get the job done in 2012.\r\n\r\n• End crony capitalism. Most South Carolinians are familiar with the corruption in DC. Few, however, realize that state politicians in Columbia also run a favor mill, and that annual state giveaways have grown from $34 million in 1998 to over $1 billion last year. Economic prosperity results from individuals investing their capital, working hard, and enjoying the benefits of their labor; it will never come through politicians’ misguided attempts to “steer” the economy. It’s time to shut down the favor factory and cut taxes across-the-board, for everyone.\r\n\r\n• Expand freedom. We need to make South Carolina the freest state in America, with individuals empowered to solve their own problems and government limited to a few core functions. That goal should guide all of our legislative decisions, and it means removing barriers to a free market in health care, increasing school choices for parents, eliminating unnecessary red tape and regulations, and opting out of overreaching federal programs.\r\n\r\nSouth Carolina has hardworking people and abundant natural resources; it has tremendous potential.   And if we start putting more faith in South Carolinians, and less in politicians and bureaucrats, then we will realize that potential.', 'State senator’s legislative goals for 2012', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'state-senators-legislative-goals-for-2012', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:10:42', '2012-01-12 03:10:42', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5030', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5032, 4, '2012-01-11 22:10:09', '2012-01-12 03:10:09', 'THE ANT AND THE CRICKET: Last Friday proved quite the remix to the famous “The Ant and The Cricket” Aesop fable. An unknown subject broke into an unoccupied residence between 8 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. and stole approximately $4,ooo in electronics and jewelry. Now that is a lot of electronics and jewelry. While one poor honest ant works all day, another cricket steals all his goods, reaping the benefits of the other’s hard work. I guess in this story the cricket stays very entertained over the winter.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nSUPER LIQUID COURAGE: Last Saturday around 2 a.m. when the bars downtown closed, an intoxicated subject walked up to a couple of officers and tried to intervene as the cops were in the process of giving a stopped car a traffic violation. “Just who, <em>hiccup</em>, do you think you guys are?” Unfortunately, the subject’s super hero drunkenness neither helped the traffic violation victims nor his case. He was arrested for public drunkenness.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nKNOCK, KNOCK: Who’s there? An unknown male subject running away from your door. A resident was watching TV at 10:15 p.m. when he heard someone knock on his door and jiggle the door handle. It’s one thing for kids to play Ding Dong Dash in the day and frustrate the heck out of some adult, but it’s an entirely creepy when adults play it at night.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nTHE LOUD &amp; THE FURIOUS: Last Saturday around 10 p.m. an officer attempted to pull over a vehicle that was blasting loud music. Apparently “loud and unseemly” is a crime. This particular driver, however, either felt guilty about something else or felt like taking on the officer for an elite street race. The vehicle took off at a high speed and was later found crashed into an apartment building at Marsh Point—amateur. He or she could learn a thing or two about drifting from Vin Diesel.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>Compiled by Tess Malijenovsky. Crime Blotter items are chosen from the files of the Beaufort Police Department. Please contact the police with any insider information on these cases. </em>', 'Weekend Crime Reports', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'weekend-crime-reports-11', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:10:09', '2012-01-12 03:10:09', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5032', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5035, 4, '2012-01-11 22:11:35', '2012-01-12 03:11:35', '<strong>By Lanier Laney</strong>\r\n\r\nYou’ve just got a few more days left to buy tickets to the biggest Charity Event of 2012. The fabulous Valentine Ball to benefit Beaufort Memorial Hospital.  That is if you want to go to one of the exclusive pre-ball private dinner parties before hand. It’s a great way to meet new people or reconnect with old friends and half the ticket price is tax deductible!  You have until midnight on this Monday the 16th to buy tickets!  Simply go to www.valentineball.org to purchase.  The dinner parties start at 6:30 p.m. and then guests go to the Lyceum on Parris Island for the Ball. Don’t miss this great opportunity to both have fun and contribute to a great cause!\r\n\r\nSpeaking of the Valentine Ball, this special just in from Stephanie Fairbanks, Director of Operations at the wonderful City Loft Hotel downtown. Stephanie says, “For the night of the Valentine’s Ball—February 11—I would like to offer a local’s only special rate of $159 including a bottle of Cava, white wine or red wine. Early check in for local’s only. We only have a few rooms left so book now to make sure you get a room at Beaufort’s number one hotel.” Thanks Stephanie!\r\n\r\nAlso don’t forget, Historic Beaufort Foundation’s Annual Oyster Roast is this Friday the 13th at 6 p.m. on the grounds of historic Marshlands, 501 Pinckney Street, $45 per person, $35 for those under 35. Warm oysters freshly roasted! Hot music with a live band! Cold drinks at the open bar! This year’s Oyster Roast features an expanded menu with oysters, fried oysters, cheeseburgers and fries, hot dogs, chili, mac and cheese, cornbread, collards, hoppin’ john and red rice.\r\n<div></div>', 'The countdown has begun!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-countdown-has-begun', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:11:35', '2012-01-12 03:11:35', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5035', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5037, 4, '2012-01-11 22:15:04', '2012-01-12 03:15:04', '• Thursday, Jan. 12, for the Kid’s Club at <strong>Red Cedar Elementary</strong>, the circus has arrived. Pre-K and K/1 families are invited to come for a short performance, games, fun and a new book. The event will be from 6-7 p.m. RSVPs appreciated. Also, PTO will meet at 6 p.m. in the Art Room; all are invited.\r\n\r\n• Thursday, Jan. 12, Blood Drive at <strong>Beaufort Academy</strong>, 12-4 p.m.; all donors are welcome. Also, BA Parents Association Meeting, 7 p.m.\r\n\r\n• Thursday, Jan. 12, report cards go home from <strong>St. Peter’s Catholic School</strong>.\r\n\r\n• Saturday, Jan. 14, <strong>Beaufort Academy</strong> vs. Hilton Head Prep at Colonial Life Arena, 3 p.m. Charter bus for students interested in attending, see Coach Millwood for more information.\r\n\r\n• Monday, Jan. 16, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day—No school!\r\n\r\n• Monday, Jan. 16, <strong>Red Cedar</strong>’s Drum &amp; Dance team will march at the MLK Parade.\r\n\r\n• Tuesday, Jan. 17, Spirit Week begins at <strong>Beaufort Academy</strong>.\r\n\r\n• Wednesday, Jan. 18, school tour of <strong>Riverview Charter Schoo</strong>l, 11 a.m. and 12 p.m.\r\n\r\n• Wednesday, Jan. 18, Knight of Columbus Spaghetti at <strong>St. Peter’s Catholic School</strong>, 5-6:30 p.m. All money raised goes to the school.\r\n\r\n• Wednesday, Jan. 18, <strong>Red Cedar Elementary</strong> hosts RESPECT Ceremonies for K/1. Ms. Austin, Ms. Baker, Ms. Gump, Ms. Hill, Ms. Jones and Ms. Metz’s ceremonies are at 9 a.m.; Ms. Berglind, Ms. Cassidy, Ms. Harms, Ms. Howell, Ms. Venning and Ms. Viskovich’s ceremonies are at 9:45 a.m.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5039\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Riverview first grader Casey Hoogenboom playing chess at tournament.\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/School-casey-chess.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5039\" title=\"School-casey chess\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/School-casey-chess-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong>Riverview students reign at USCF Chess Tournament</strong>\r\n\r\nTwo Riverview students made quite a show at the Knight Invaders USCF Scholastic Chess Tournament on January 7, 2012, in Beaufort. Sixth grader Chris Hoogenboom was undefeated and came in first place in the open division. First grader Casey Hoogenboom came in second place in the under 600 division with three-and-a-half wins out of four. The boys competed against some of the top scholastic players from South Carolina and Georgia.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5038\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"The importance of being a first grader!\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/school-the-impt-book.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5038\" title=\"The importance of being a first grader!\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/school-the-impt-book-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong>The importance of being a first grader</strong>\r\n\r\nAfter reading The Important Book, Broad River students in Mrs. Nan Spearman’s class made life sized replicas of themselves and wrote about the things that make them special. Answers included things such as working on the computer, playing with friends, spending time with family and playing video games. However, the most popular answer was, “being a first grader!”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Fripp Island’s Audubon Club pairs with Beaufort Elementary</strong>\r\n\r\nFripp Island’s Audubon Club recently adopted Beaufort Elementary School (BES) to inspire fourth and fifth grade students to learn more about birds and bird identification, advise them on bird habitat improvements in the school’s Life Lab, and help create a “ bird walk” art display for the bird-named hallway signs. In February, in conjunction with the Audubon’s sponsored Great Backyard Bird Count, BES will hold its first Fripp partnered event with a bird feeder building workshop, bird talks and the unveiling of Fripp and BES’s collaborative artwork. In the Spring, select fourth and fifth grade science classes are invited for a birding fieldtrip at the Audubon Nature Trail on Fripp Island. For more information on the Fripp Audubon partnership, please contact: Darby James at darby.james@beaufort.k12.sc.us, or Gwen Allen at janna.allen@beaufort.k12.sc.us\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>“Show and Tell”  at St. Peter’s Catholic</strong>\r\n\r\nStudents in second grade invite parents to be their “Show and Tell” each week. Recently Detective Yiralys Suarez, mother of second grader Miguel and seventh grader Omar, came in with a fellow police officer, Charles McGuire, to share with the students the details of their jobs. During their presentation Miguel read a book to the class about police officers and what they do. Both Detective Suarez and Officer McGuire reviewed safety precautions with the students. Detective Suarez brought in some of her police/detective equipment to show the class. The students were given the opportunity to try on her bulletproof vest.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Beaufort Elementary School Achievement Highlights </strong>\r\n\r\n• 2011 Teacher Advancement Program Recognition for Value-Added Level 5 Achievement\r\n\r\n• Absolute Index Growth from 2009-2011 on State Report Card: 0.69\r\n\r\n• Improvement Index Growth from 2009-2011 on State Report Card: 2.81\r\n\r\n• MAP Reading RIT Mean Score Improvement  2009-2011: 7.1\r\n\r\n• MAP Math RIT Mean Score Improvement  2009-2011: 8\r\n\r\n• Decrease in Percentage of Students Not Meeting ELA State Standards on PASS 2009 – 2011: 14.9\r\n\r\n• Decrease in Percentage of Students Not Meeting Math State Standards on PASS 2009 – 2011: 17\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Beaufort High Wrestling team</strong>\r\n\r\nDecember 17, 2011, Beaufort finished second at the Cane Bay Duals Tournament. The wrestling team took eighth place at the Hilton Head Seahawk Slam tournament on December 22, and they beat West Ashley 61-14 on Jan. 4, 2012. Way to plough into the New Year!\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Beaufort Academy girls split</strong>\r\n\r\nIt was a week where the Beaufort Academy Middle School girls split two games with a pair of Saints. On Wednesday the BA girls took a while to shake off the rust from the Christmas break.  At the end of the third quarter the Eagles clung to a two point lead at 16-14. With Allison Alvarez scoring 10 of her game high 20 points BA outscored St Gregory in the fourth quarter 16 to 4 and cruised to a 32-14 victory.\r\n\r\nThe Eagles traveled to Hilton Head to take on the Wolves of St. Francis on Thursday. In a back and forth contest the Beaufort Academy girls held a one point lead with six seconds left on the clock.  With two ticks left on the clock a St. Francis player swished her first career three pointer handing the Eagles a two point loss 26-24.  Eighth grader Allison Alvarez was once again the high scorer with 11 points with seventh grader Ashley Taylor contributing seven.  With the loss the Eagles fall to 5-2.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>School briefs are compiled by Tess Malijenovsky. To have your school events published, email schoolnews@beaufortislandnews.com.</em>', 'School News', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-news-2', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:43', '2018-07-12 15:04:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5037', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5041, 4, '2012-01-11 22:15:46', '2012-01-12 03:15:46', 'Seven Beaufort County schools hope to recruit additional students with  specialized academic offerings designed to expand the number of school choice options for parents and fill up underutilized classroom space.\r\n\r\nThe Board of Education today recommended areas of curriculum focus for the seven schools, which will be responsible for developing and implementing their individual programs.\r\n\r\n• Lady’s Island Elementary School Arts Infusion\r\n\r\n•St. Helena Elementary School Language Immersion and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)\r\n\r\n•Shanklin Elementary School Environmental Science\r\n\r\n• Lady’s Island Middle School STEM (to include an AMES program—Advanced Mathematics, Engineering and Science)\r\n\r\n• Robert Smalls Middle School STEM\r\n\r\n• Whale Branch Middle School STEM\r\n\r\n• Battery Creek High School Tri-Academies (Information Technology; Engineering; Military Science/Aviation; Arts &amp; Humanities)\r\n\r\nThese sorts of “programmatic transfers” allow students to enroll in schools outside their zoned attendance areas.\r\n\r\nThe Board designated that through 2015, the programs in the seven targeted schools—all of which have student enrollments that put them between 50 percent and 74 percent of capacity—will be targeted for strong recruitment efforts by district and school leaders to encourage families to choose those schools.\r\n\r\nExisting transfer options known as “general transfers” are not affected by the new recruitment efforts and will continue without change.\r\n\r\nThe Board also directed district administrators to develop more specific admissions criteria for “magnet programs” such as the popular AMES (Advanced Mathematics, Engineering and Science) programs at Beaufort and Pritchardville elementary schools, the new Montessori program at Beaufort Elementary and the technical college program at Whale Branch Early College High School.  Those criteria would include stipulations that continuing in a magnet program would depend on a student continuing to meet its academic and behavior expectations.\r\n<div></div>', 'Seven school market specialized programs to attract students', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'seven-school-market-specialized-programs-to-attract-students', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:43', '2018-07-12 15:04:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5041', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5043, 4, '2012-01-11 22:18:06', '2012-01-12 03:18:06', '[caption id=\"attachment_5045\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Steven Jones(LCCC Singer) and Melanie Williams\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/profile-Steven-JonesLCCC-Singer-and-Melanie-Williams1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5045\" title=\"profile-Steven Jones(LCCC Singer) and Melanie Williams\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/profile-Steven-JonesLCCC-Singer-and-Melanie-Williams1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\n<strong>By Lanier Laney</strong>\r\n\r\nWe can thank God for giving a “call” to Melanie Williams and her husband who came back to Beaufort after a 30 year tenure in the Midwest 11 years ago. The Baptist Church of Beaufort has been the main beneficiary of her musical skills and guidance as well as the LowCountry Children’s Chorus, which she founded and directs. Melanie is Minister of Music at The Baptist Church of Beaufort.\r\n\r\nMelanie says: “I have been a church musician ever since I began piano lessons with our church organist in my childhood back in Waynesboro, GA, and began accompanying children’s choirs in middle school. We did not have a choral program in our public schools, so the church music program helped to fill that void and nurture young musicians for the future. We did have a strong band program in our schools where I played saxophone and bassoon and gained my first conducting experience as drum majorette. There’s nothing quite as musically exciting for a teenager as cueing those cymbal crashes for the National Anthem! One can be ‘hooked for life’ as a conductor following that experience.”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nHer Path in Life\r\n\r\n“I earned a bassoon scholarship to the University of Georgia my freshman year, but decided that I really did not want to go through life with an extreme overbite and carrying a bassoon around with me, so I switched my major to vocal performance,” says Melanie. “As my voice grew and matured, it led me to many exciting places. In addition to the classroom and vocal studio, there were also wonderful operatic, choral, vocal recital performances and church sanctuary experiences that helped develop a keen respect and love for the beauty of the human voice and a passion for the gift of singing.”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nThe Founding of LowCountry Children’s Choir\r\n\r\n“LowCountry Children’s Chorus came about a year after Alan and I arrived in Beaufort. I had formerly directed the Central Illinois Children’s Chorus (Champaign, IL) and founded the Northern Kentucky Children’s Ensemble (Northern Kentucky University) while in the Cincinnati area. The search committee here at The Baptist Church of Beaufort was excited about the possibility of a musical community connection through a staff member when I came ‘on board’ and has graciously allowed us to function as a community choir ‘in residence’ at the church for ten years. Through the help of the church providing us rehearsal space and a beautiful performance venue with its historic sanctuary, LowCountry Children’s Chorus has enjoyed a rich history of successful performance within our community, our region, our state and our nation over the past ten years! Our faithful accompanist, Mrs. Linda Keene, who teaches music at Mossy Oaks Elementary, has been with us since that first rehearsal in September 2001, and we have also been under-girded with many helping hands and in-kind donations of parents, board members and support staff from the church over the years”.\r\n\r\nMelanie is married to Alan Williams, a computer systems administrator for 40 years. Her oldest daughter, Howell, 32, is married to Steve Bryant and works at the Learning House Company in Louisville, KY, as their Director of Student Success. Her second daughter, Haley, age 29, is married to Bart Reed with two children named Mac, 4, and Ava, 11 months, and teaches Middle School Music in Crestwood, KY.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nWhat She loves about Beaufort\r\n\r\n“There are many things that we love about Beaufort, but I have often said that the intoxicating fragrance from the tea olive shrub is enough to lure anyone from anywhere back to the South...it is an unforgettable aromatherapy from my childhood, which now I liken to the ‘fragrance of Christ.’ And the fact that there are beautiful flowers and shrubs in bloom in the winter here!  In the Midwest, one cannot count on any living, blooming thing until after May 15! It took a while for our bodies to acclimate to the heat of the summer, but we have learned to tolerate it as long as we can keep the humidity at bay.”\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nMore about the LowCountry Children’s Chorus\r\n\r\n“We are beginning our 20th semester of existence this month (we operate on two 15-week semesters per year), and we have averaged a range of about 30-40 students per semester drawing from over 14 public schools, private schools, parochial schools and home schooled students. LCCC, which began in 2002, is an auditioned tuition based community chorus, open to treble voices ages 9 and older. Some of our treble singers (boys and girls) have stayed with us as long as five or six years!  Unfortunately, some of our young male singers must retire earlier due to voices changing.”\r\n\r\nMany touching memories over the Year\r\n\r\n“There are many wonderful memories, but one that stands out is watching our choristers organize themselves at the base of the Statue of Liberty and sing an a cappella rendition of “May the Road Rise to Meet You” to the great city across the harbor. I was overcome with emotion as were all of our parents within earshot—it was a priceless experience!”\r\n\r\nLCCC’s Spring Semester 2012 begins this month and we are still auditioning prospective young singers over the next two weeks. We are looking forward to planning our final concerts and outings in celebrating our tenth anniversary.”\r\n\r\nIf interested in auditioning for the chorus, please contact Dr. Melanie Williams at 843.252.4104 or melaniewilliams@yahoo.com. LowCountry Children’s Chorus also has a Facebook account and our website is www.bcob.org/lccc/html\r\n\r\nIf you would like to become a “friend of LCCC” they will gladly accept donations to their scholarship funds for deserving young singers. They are a 5013C non-profit organization and their mailing address is LowCountry Children’s Chorus, P.O. Box 2007, Beaufort  SC  29902.', 'With a song in her heart: Dr. Melanie Williams', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'with-a-song-in-her-heart-dr-melanie-williams', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:18:06', '2012-01-12 03:18:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5043', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(5047, 4, '2012-01-11 22:18:49', '2012-01-12 03:18:49', '<strong>By Martha ORegan</strong>\r\n\r\nThe idea that the world is coming to an end on December 22, 2012 comes from many misguided interpretations of the Mayan calendar. The fact is, the Maya see this time as a rebirth, a time of transformation in all areas of our world when we begin to work together for peace and to take care of the Earth that feeds and shelters us. Maybe it is my circle of influence, but I have been seeing and feeling the shift for some time now; and I can certainly see it picking up momentum now. Seems like “humankind” is becoming “kinder humans.”\r\n\r\nJust check out Facebook for a few days, especially around a holiday—there is no fear or shame in expressing love and gratitude for everything. Blogs, articles and YouTube clips tend to be about good things people are doing in the world. People are eating from the earth again and getting out and moving about in nature. We’re getting back to what is important: relationships, health and the environment. We’re seeking simplicity, less clutter and chaos, more gratitude and love.\r\n\r\nMayan elder, Carlos Barrios, is clear when he states: “The greatest wisdom is in simplicity. Love, respect, tolerance, sharing, gratitude, forgiveness. It’s not complex or elaborate. The real knowledge is free. It’s encoded in your DNA. All you need is within you. Great teachers have said that from the beginning. Find your heart, and you will find your way.” What does your heart say?\r\n\r\n“Live each day as if it were your last”. Great expression, but do we live by it? If the world were coming to an end this year, what do you plan to make of it? What is on your dream list of things to accomplish or traits to polish? And how do you intend to make those things happen?\r\n\r\nSince this is the time of year to ponder those intentions anyway, let’s have some fun with it. Instead of a “New Year Resolution” list that will likely be forgotten in February, create your “Vision Quest.” Write it out with the energy of both urgency and expectancy and include all areas of your life: family, career, relationships, health, finances, travel, spiritual growth. Write it in present tense, as though it is already happening. Feel the emotion that will come as a result of your goals manifesting and allow that feeling to anchor into the body. Remember that it is the feeling that we put out there that brings back experiences of like frequency.\r\n\r\nFor example, if you are seeking the feeling of freedom that financial stability brings, but staying worried about your next bill, then you are sending out a frequency of worry, and attracting more bills and reasons to worry. Instead, using your imagination, allow yourself to feel the sense of freedom while opening yourself to inspirations and possibilities. Give it the energy of anticipation—like we give Christmas morning or our long awaited vacation—and just expect it to happen. Review your “Quest” often, buzz on it and keep tabs of thoughts and comments in between to make sure you’re not sabotaging your intentions.\r\n\r\n“We become what we think about most of the time,” said Napolean Hill. So, what will your thoughts help you become this year? Live Well. Have Fun.\r\n<div></div>', '2012: The beginning or the end?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '2012-the-beginning-or-the-end', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:18:49', '2012-01-12 03:18:49', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5047', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5049, 4, '2012-01-11 22:20:07', '2012-01-12 03:20:07', '<strong>By Jack Sparacino</strong>\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5050\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"192\" caption=\"Amy Vanderbilt\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Amy-Vanderbilt.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-5050\" title=\"Amy Vanderbilt\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Amy-Vanderbilt.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"192\" height=\"240\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nAfter writing recently about one of the queens of etiquette, Emily Post, it seemed only fair to give equal time to one of her famous kindred spirits, Amy Vanderbilt. Born in 1908, Ms. Vanderbilt published the Blockbuster best seller, “Amy Vanderbilt’s Complete Book of Etiquette.” She also hosted popular TV and radio programs on etiquette and even consulted with the U.S. Department of State. Wow, that was some career. One worth thinking about even today. I must confess that my first response to reading her collection of responses to her readers’ questions, Amy Vanderbilt’s Everyday Etiquette, circa 1952, was basically shock. And laughter. A few examples might help to recall her sharp eye. The gist of her suggestions follows, along with my first reactions in italics.\r\n\r\n<strong>How to eat various foods</strong>\r\n\r\nBacon: May be eaten with the fingers if crispy, otherwise (“with any vestige of fat”) it must be cut with fork or knife and eaten with the fork. Cake: Sticky cake is eaten with a fork. Dry cake is broken and eaten in small pieces. Tiny confection cakes are eaten with the fingers. Cakes “treacherous as to filling,” e.g., cream puffs, are eaten with a fork.<em> (I’ll have the pie, please.)</em>\r\nOn the use of iced teaspoons versus parfait spoons, when serving parfait it’s OK to use teaspoons if parfait spoons are not available. <em>(Whew.  What a relief!)\r\n\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Bowing for a man vs. a woman</strong>\r\n\r\n“When presented to a lady, he bows first slightly from the waist, eyes on her face, steps forward awaiting her tendered hand. A lady’s bow is a slight inclination of the head, usually accompanied by a smile.” Handclasp optional. <em>(Should the man smile too while he’s awaiting?)\r\n\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>When to use a lace tablecloth</strong>\r\n\r\nIt is suitable for dinner with guests and for a buffet and should be accompanied by fine china. It does not lend itself well to informal table accessories such as earthenware, wood and stainless steel.<em> (Do we have any earthenware, dear, or is that a flower pot?)\r\n\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>How to deal with a spilled glass of tomato juice in a restaurant</strong>\r\n\r\nIf the waiter doesn’t take care of it, go ahead and spread a napkin over the spot yourself “without undue discussion of the incident.” <em>(So much for alerting the media.)\r\n\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>Sending a Christmas card</strong>\r\n\r\nNever send them second class. “Any communication with a friend which requires an envelope deserves the dignity of a three-cent stamp.” <em>(I wonder what she’d say about e-mailing a card.)\r\n\r\n</em>\r\n\r\n<strong>How an executive should answer his phone</strong>\r\n\r\n“Hello” or “John Black speaking” (if the person knows him well). “John Black of the Ace Company,” if their contact is more casual. (Gotta keep this one by the phone.)\r\nNow, multiply these samples by oh, say a bazillion and you have Ms. Vanderbilt’s entire catalogue of how to behave in public. It’s quite the comprehensive package, though in today’s Lowcountry world we might need to make a few accommodations. Here’s my list:\r\n1. Take two Tylenol as directed and lie down for an hour. When your headache subsides, proceed to number two;\r\n2. Note how far off the wagon, so to speak, modern society has fallen since Ms. Vanderbilt responded to her audience’s need for etiquette guidance sixty short years ago. Some people miss the day when proper decorum was a bit more prevalent. Do we need to swing the pendulum all the way back to 1952? Probably not, but perhaps halfway back or so would be a pretty decent idea;\r\n3. Grant that Ms. Vanderbilt’s catalogue of do’s and don’ts are really more like recommendations than universally hard and fast rules. Here and there one can catch her waffling just a bit and allowing the reader some wiggle room in determining how to proceed correctly.  But let’s face it—we’re not talking about precise specifications for manufacturing jet engines here or putting someone on Mars;\r\n4. Consider how society only functions harmoniously when there are commonly accepted and rational norms and standards of conduct in place. Sure they need updating from time to time;\r\n5. Practice some of Amy’s advice on your dog or cat. Talk about wiggle room, you’ll have plenty and even dogs like a good laugh. If you bow too deeply, put your elbow in the tomato juice, say “hey there” instead of “hello,” or overestimate the crispiness of the bacon and skip the fork, your faithful pet will forgive you. And if none of this works, see if it’s been long enough since the Tylenol for you to perhaps take something stronger. Then maybe watch an old movie featuring polite characters played by Donna Reed, Doris Day, or Cary Grant. You can even try talking back to the screen in admiration and relief. Tell ‘em Amy sent you.\r\n<div></div>', 'Once (Again) In Love With Amy', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'once-again-in-love-with-amy', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:20:07', '2012-01-12 03:20:07', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5049', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5052, 4, '2012-01-11 22:23:48', '2012-01-12 03:23:48', '<strong>By David Pettigrew</strong>\r\n\r\nWhen I was in Jr. High School, (now it’s called middle school) I would get together with my brother and two of my neighbors and we would pack a lunch and walk down to the beach along Beaufort River from near the hospital to the point of Spanish Point (no houses were built there yet). We would look for sharks‟ teeth, play on the rocks, and explore the woods along the bank of the river. On one trip we found an old cistern made of tabby hidden in the woods. It must have been built by some of Beaufort’s early settlers. Another time, we took fishing rods and caught fish. It was always an exciting and enjoyable adventure with lots of good exercise.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Beaufort Then &amp; Now</strong>\r\n\r\n<strong><em>This moment in Beaufort’s history is an excerpt from the book “Beaufort ... Then and Now,” an anthology of memories compiled by Holly Kearns Lambert. Copies of this book may be purchased at Beaufort Book Store. For information or to contribute your memory, contact Holly at lowcountrymemories@hotmail.com or beaufortmemories@gmail.com.</em></strong>\r\n<div><strong><em>\r\n</em></strong></div>\r\n<div></div>', 'History with Holly: childhood memories', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'history-with-holly-childhood-memories-2', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:23:48', '2012-01-12 03:23:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5052', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5054, 4, '2012-01-11 22:24:28', '2012-01-12 03:24:28', '<strong>By Peggy Allard, Co-Chair of Friends of Crystal Lake Committee</strong>\r\n\r\nThe Friends of Crystal Lake took part in the Beaufort county planning charrette held for Lady’s Island in the first part of December. During the three-day event the Friends of Crystal Lake had a display of various views of the lake, the mission of the Crystal Lake committee, conceptual designs for development of the 25 acre lake property, and comment cards for visitors to share their thoughts and recommendations for uses of the park. We received a wide range of ideas for a secure safe environment including accessible trails, a dog park, picnic areas, children’s playground, connectivity with schools and neighborhoods, native species gardens, viewing platforms, interpretive center, kayaking and environmental education.\r\n\r\nOne of the unique tasks of this committee is to determine the feasibility of developing a public/private venture for the operation and maintenance of the park. There is a facility on the property, formerly owned by Butler Marine, that the county could, through a competitive bidding process, grant a business the ability to operate out of this building in return for assistance in the maintenance and operation of the park. As part of the plan for the county, the most the committee can do is determine if there is an interest in the business community for this venture.  Naturally, Beaufort county would make the decision to further investigate the subject and if deemed appropriate issue a Request for Proposal (RFP) from interested parties.\r\n\r\nThe present mission of the committee is to create a conceptual plan for the development of a Crystal Lake Park and submit it to Beaufort county for consideration by March 1, 2012. The January meetings of the Friends of Crystal Lake committee are scheduled for 10 a.m on January 16,  and January 30, in the conference room of the Lady’s Island Airport. These meetings are open to the public.\r\n\r\nYou can share your thoughts and recommendations for the best uses of Crystal Lake Park by visiting the LIBPA website (www.LIBPA.org) and participating in the Crystal Lake survey.', 'Friends of Crystal Lake', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'friends-of-crystal-lake', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:24:28', '2012-01-12 03:24:28', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5054', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5056, 4, '2012-01-11 22:25:22', '2012-01-12 03:25:22', '<strong>by Celia Strong</strong>\r\n\r\nWelcome to a new year and 52 more chances to find another favorite wine. Isn’t that really the best part of wine drinking? There’s always another favorite out there, just waiting for us to find it. So, off we go to learn a new about a new one.\r\n\r\nThis week we’re going to Washington state, ranked second in the United States in wine production. While there are some viticultural activities in the cooler, wetter western part of the state, 99 percent of Washington’s wines come from the eastern half of the state with its almost desert-like conditions. Irrigation and water rights are a big part of the business there because the eight inches of annual rain they get each year are not even close to what’s needed for successful grape growing.Also, Washington gets two hours more of sunlight everyday than California.\r\n\r\nIn most wine producing areas, irrigation is not allowed and the grapes grow with whatever amount of rain they get in any year. It’s why the vintage is so important in some areas. (Vintage is literally the year the grapes are picked but they are picked after that year’s weather has grown them.) The wine industry in Washington would not exist without irrigation, nor would they be able to grow all the other fruits that come from there as well. The average eight inches of rain that they get each year is less than half of what they need for good grapes In addition, the irrigation helps the growers avoid frost on the vines. After harvest they wet the soil in the vineyards down about two feet. As winter comes and the temperatures drop, this water in the soil forms a protective layer of ice that will give the vines a few extra degrees of protection from freezing that can cause root damage. I guess we can see that Washington’s wine industry does have some special circumstances.\r\n\r\nFor our winery this week, we are going to the Walla Walla American Viticultural Areas (AVA). Established in 1984, most of this AVA is in Washington, but a small portion of it creeps south into Oregon as well. Along with its wine, Walla Walla if known for its sweet onions that are a local food and wine pairing favorite with a Walla Walla Merlot. What else? The region is generally wetter than the rest of Columbia Valley with 20 inches of rain each year, almost half of what grapes need. In 1998, Ron Coleman and his wife, Jamie, founded Tamarack Cellars. Rather than building a new facility, they found an abandoned World War II firehouse near the Walla Walla airport. Everything is done in this converted building: racking, blending and bottling. Tamarack’s first vintage was 300 cases of Merlot. Their goal was to make elegant, balanced, delicious wines and sell them at a fair price. They now make up to 20,000 cases and, as of 2007 with their highly acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, have a solid reputation for good wines.Firehouse Red is Tamarack Cellars’   blend. The wine is aged 40 percent in new oak barrels, mostly French and American with a bit of Hungarian oak as well. The grapes are gently crushed and dropped by gravity into bins. They are cold soaked for 36 to 72 hours, yeast is added, hand punched and pressed into barrels where the fermentation is done.\r\n\r\nThe weather, vintage, for the 2009 was similar to the two previous vintages. (Note this because we’ll come back to it in a second.) There were hot conditions in the the late spring and early summer, then cooler night temperatures all summer. Then above average temperatures closer to maturity brought the harvest on quickly with the grapes having great natural acidity and balanced flavors. The wine has pretty notes of vanilla, blackberry, cherry and rose petals—one of my favorite subtleties.\r\n\r\nThe 2008 Tamarack Cellars Firehouse Red was rated very well by the Wine Spectator.  In fact, it was the number 49 wine in the top 100 for 2010. I know our current vintage is the 2009, but that’s why the similarity in the weather between the two years is so important. Similar weather makes for similar grapes makes for similar wines. So, there you have it—a great wine.  And fairly priced at $16.99.  Hope you like it as much as I do.  Enjoy!\r\n<div></div>', 'Firehouse Red: visting Tamarack Cellars', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'firehouse-red-visting-tamarack-cellars', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:25:22', '2012-01-12 03:25:22', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5056', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5058, 4, '2012-01-11 22:27:18', '2012-01-12 03:27:18', '<strong>By Tess Malijenovsky</strong>\r\n\r\nThe locally owned and operated Port Royal Pasta Company off Ribaut Road is back in the lunch business; and Lunch Bunch rushed to the set eager to find out what the local pasta house had to offer in the afternoons.\r\n\r\nWe dined upstairs of the lovely two-storied restaurant where we had the pleasure of meeting the restaurant’s General Manager Kyle Faucher and his wife, Renee. The pair moved to Beaufort in August, a return home for Renee. In fact, Port Royal Pasta Company is in the same exact location as the old Spaghetti House from the 1950’s where Renee’s grandmother Goldie had worked.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5066\" align=\"alignnone\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Pasta carbonara with chicken\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LB-carbonara1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5066\" title=\"LB-carbonara\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LB-carbonara1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nThe pasta company experience began with a basket of warm bread and a dish of olive oil, balsamic vinaigrette, Parmesan, herbs and roasted garlic—irresistible even to New Year’s resolutions.\r\n\r\nThe lunch menu is concise with a choice of three pasta dishes, a build-your-own pasta option, six sandwich styles or two salads, all ranging between $6-$7.75. “What we do we do well,” said Kyle, and he said it best. Our meals were simply delicious.\r\n\r\nKim and Elizabeth had to fight it out for the pasta carbonara (a sister favorite), but Elizabeth manned up with the SGT Major meatball hoagie with marinara, mozzarella and home-cut fries, and loved it.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5065\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Roasted portabella panini\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LB-veggie1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5065\" title=\"LB-veggie\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LB-veggie1-300x207.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"207\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nFor any vegetarians out there looking for a hearty, filling meal, the roasted portabella panini was stacked high with roasted vegetables, Swiss cheese, sundried tomatoes and sprinkled with a white balsamic vinaigrette. I liked that the bread wasn’t squashed flat, as it tends to be in traditional paninis, and the Greek-style pasta salad was well above par.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5064\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"&quot;Best lasagna in town&quot;\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LB-lasagna.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5064\" title=\"LB-lasagna\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/LB-lasagna-300x212.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"212\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nBuck’s lasagna won the Lunch Bunch favorite. There was nothing simple about the flavor of this traditional Italian dish. The herbs were infused in the sausage and beef marinara and baked with the pasta noodles seamlessly. Most of us had to take half of our generous portions home with us, but we waited untill Buck enjoyed every last bite of his lasagna. “The best lasagna in town,” Buck boasted.\r\n\r\nPort Royal Pasta Company is located at 1430 Ribaut Road, Port Royal, SC.  It’s opened from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week. To check out the dinner menu, weekly deals and upcoming events, visit their Facebook page or call 843-379-0146.\r\n<div></div>', 'A saucy, local spot: Port Royal Pasta Company', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-saucy-local-spot-port-royal-pasta-company', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:33:10', '2012-01-12 03:33:10', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5058', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5068, 4, '2012-01-11 22:34:51', '2012-01-12 03:34:51', '<em>Let Christmas trees benefit fish and wildlife after the holidays</em>\r\n\r\nInstead of letting your Christmas tree take up space in a landfill this year, state natural resources officials suggest giving it a second life by putting it to good use for fish or wildlife.\r\n\r\nIn rural areas, discarded Christmas trees can be put to good use as erosion control or as brush piles to provide resting and escape cover for small animals. In addition to benefiting small game such as quail and rabbits, brush piles constructed of Christmas trees can help birds such as sparrows, towhees and wrens.\r\n\r\n“We’re getting to the time of year when the leaves are off, and evergreen cover is a pretty important part of a total wildlife management plan,” said Tammy Wactor, wildlife biologist with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR) based in Clemson. “Even though the needles of old Christmas trees will brown and fall off in two or three months, if you get enough trees piled up they will make pretty good cover.”\r\n\r\nBrush piles are usually mound or teepee shaped, Wactor said, with the largest material forming the base and layers of small limbs and branches added as filler. The base should consist of sturdy trunks or limbs to allow adequate escape entrances at ground level.\r\n\r\nFisheries biologists with the DNR Freshwater Fisheries Section use discarded Christmas trees to maintain many fish attractor sites, which are clearly marked by buoys, at all major reservoirs in South Carolina. Once on the lake bottom, Christmas trees and other suitable materials provide a surface where aquatic insects live and grow. These insects in turn attract small fish that are fed upon by larger fish.\r\n\r\nPlease do not toss discarded trees on state fish attraction areas. Some DNR regions collect the trees from municipalities, so that they may “pick and choose” the best trees for their needs, rather than have the public deliver them to a DNR facility. Deliver the tree to designated areas, and state natural resources personnel will replenish sites as needed.\r\n\r\nAnother alternative is grinding up your tree to use as mulch. Some cities and counties offer tree grinding at no charge after the holidays. Those who choose to take their mulch home can use it for flowerbeds, gardens or around trees and shrubs. To learn about a tree grinding program in your county, contact your local Clemson Extension office-locations and phone numbers are at: http://www.clemson.edu/extension/county/index.html.\r\n\r\nPerhaps the best kind of recycling is to buy a live tree and replant it, and then the tree can provide evergreen cover for wildlife year-round. Consumers should keep in mind, however, that many kinds of popular Christmas trees will not survive the hot and humid South Carolina summers. Tree species that may not survive here, except in our foothills and mountains, include hemlock, Colorado blue spruce, Douglas fir, Fraser fir and balsam fir.\r\n<div></div>', 'Don’t throw out your Christmas trees ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dont-throw-out-your-christmas-trees', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:34:51', '2012-01-12 03:34:51', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5068', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5070, 4, '2012-01-11 22:35:39', '2012-01-12 03:35:39', 'It was the weekend before Christmas when Ben, an otherwise rational English setter, succumbed to the lure of the garbage and ate grandma’s discarded compression stocking.  What transpired in the three weeks after The Ingestion has already become neighborhood legend.\r\n\r\nForeign bodies combine mystery, intrigue, incredulity and guilt to make for a fascinating and fickle assortment of surgical interventions. There seems to be no limit to what our Best Friends will cram into their gullets; size, shape, texture and taste often playing little or no part in an oral obsession that for many owners can become a difficult and costly vice to curb. So why do our dogs, crave foreign bodies (FBs), and why are so many of these pets repeat offenders?\r\n\r\nYoung animals of two years of age or less are most commonly afflicted, and so, like inquisitive toddlers intent on putting everything into their mouths, simple curiosity plays a part. It has been suggested that in dogs, it reflects the need to hunt, that it is instinctive and a throwback to a time when their prey was eaten in its entirety. Some animals appear to enjoy the act of chewing, experimenting with the feel of an object in their mouths. My favorite theory, and one I believe I can safely share with the majority of Labrador owners, is that “it was there, so I ate it.”\r\n\r\nUndergarments — socks, stockings, panties — often prove to be popular offending items, the olfactory stimulation of ripe underwear proving too tempting for a curious pet. Ben’s stocking Ingestion was traced back to an apparently dog-alluring skin lotion from Trader Joe’s. The foreign bodies related to food make perfect sense. Peach pits, corncobs and all manner of bones can prove irresistible to the scavenging instinct of a dog. Those little plastic pop-up timers that tell you when your turkey is perfectly cooked are drizzled in tasty fat, and despite being made of tasteless plastic, slip down nice and easy until they reach the small intestine. The teriyaki stick laden with succulent meaty pieces may not go down with quite the same ease, but who cares until the sharp wooden skewer begins piercing its way through a variety of abdominal organs on its errant journey through the abdomen?\r\n\r\nHere are a few potentially risky items (in addition to shoelaces, socks, and loose threads on looped and fringed rugs) best kept out of harm’s way: diapers and tampons (virginal and unfortunately, used), sharp pointy objects (fish hooks, bottle caps, safety pins), rubber toys (usually not size-appropriate), magnets, batteries, stones, balls and gobs of Gorilla Glue (Gorilla Glue expands dramatically by polymerization to produce a large, solid, indigestible foam).\r\n\r\nAn intestinal blockage quickly becomes an emergency situation. A partial blockage in the intestines may produce vomiting, diarrhea and cramping of the abdominal muscles. A complete blockage will cause severe abdominal pain, abdominal bloating, and repeated, frantic, projectile vomiting. Bens’ owner was cued that something was wrong when Ben vomited frantically and looked at her with his “help me” eyes. All you dog owners know exactly what that is.\r\n\r\nAbdominal X-rays are the best way to diagnose an obstruction, and immediate surgical intervention is usually the only form of treatment. The blockage is located and removed, and if the surrounding bowel has been compromised, it is resected and the healthy ends of the gut sewn together to reconnect the intestinal tract. No fun, all the way around.\r\n\r\nBen had three surgeries Christmas week: one to remove the sock, one to remove a gob of necrotic stomach fat and a third to cold laser the stitch line and, just to be sure, flush the gut one more time.  We are extremely lucky to have in Hilton Head a board certified surgeon who not only exhibits great skill, but also great compassion coupled with a good sense of humor and realistic pricing schedule. Her team is pretty nifty, too. Ben is up and around again thanks to his terrific medical team, his tirelessly attentive owner and me, his personal chef.\r\n<div></div>', 'Under the knife', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'under-the-knife-2', '', '', '2012-01-11 22:35:39', '2012-01-12 03:35:39', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5070', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5190, 4, '2012-01-20 10:36:15', '2012-01-20 15:36:15', 'Effective on or around the 1st of January 2012, the City of Beaufort has decided to start enforcing an ordinance that has been in effect since 2002 that authorizes \'immobilazion of a vehicle\'.\r\n\r\nThe ordinance states that if you have \"3 or more outstanding, unpaid, or overdue parking tickets issued by the City, a police officer or any other person designated by the Chief of Police may immobilize the vehicle by the use of vehicle immobilization equipment\" (the boot).  Other regional cities already do this.\r\nThere\'s also an additional $50 charge to have the boot removed, in addition to full payment of outstanding parking fines.  Also, if the \'immobilized\' vehicle is left in it\'s spot past 6pm on the day it was \'booted\' then it will be properly towed, and additional towing and storage fees may apply.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5191\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"208\" caption=\"File Photo\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/parkingboot.jpg\"><img class=\"size-full wp-image-5191\" title=\"parkingboot\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/parkingboot.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"208\" height=\"208\" /></a>[/caption]', 'City to enforce Vehicle Immobilization ordinance', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'city-to-enforce-vehicle-immobilization-ordinance', '', '', '2012-01-24 22:37:41', '2012-01-25 03:37:41', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5190', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5198, 4, '2012-01-22 11:23:44', '2012-01-22 16:23:44', 'The winningest coach in College Football history, and American sports icon, Joe Paterno has passed away this morning at the age of 85.\r\n\r\nThe Associated Press reports that \"a  family spokesperson confirmed that <strong>Joseph Vincent Paterno</strong> has died at a State College hospital at the age of 85, just over two months after being diagnosed with a form of lung cancer.  A posting to Penn State’s official Facebook page read simply: \'With great sadness <a href=\"https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=8763500&amp;l=3714ac57e7&amp;id=90410823197\">we mourn the passing of Coach Joe Paterno</a>…Few have done more.”\r\n\r\nPaterno passed away at 9:25am  on Sunday, and the official cause of death was <a href=\"https://twitter.com/#!/PeteThamelNYT/status/161111814334197760\">metastic small cell carcinoma</a> of the lung.\r\n\r\nThe legendary former Penn State head coach was surrounded by family and friends, who had been summoned to the on-campus hospital when Paterno’s health took a turn for the worse recently.\r\n\r\n“It is with great sadness that we announce that Joe Paterno passed away earlier today,” a statement from the family read. ”His loss leaves a void in our lives that will never be filled. He died as he lived. He fought hard until the end, stayed positive, thought only of others and constantly reminded everyone of how blessed his life had been. His ambitions were far reaching, but he never believed he had to leave this Happy Valley to achieve them. He was a man devoted to his family, his university, his players and his community.”\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/joepaterno2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-5199\" title=\"joepaterno2\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/joepaterno2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\n&nbsp;', 'Joe Paterno passes at 85', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'joe-paterno-passes-at-85', '', '', '2012-01-24 22:37:15', '2012-01-25 03:37:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5198', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5077, 4, '2012-01-15 10:04:11', '2012-01-15 15:04:11', 'Panini\'s Cafe will be reopening at the beginning of February with a whole new look, and a new name as well.  \r\n\r\nLook for \'Panini\'s on the Waterfront\' to emerge form the current large-scale remodeling project that has the popular downtown Beaufort restaurant closed for the remainder of this January.  \"We\'re changing a lot more than just the name of the restaurant.  From floorcovering, to decor, in both our upstairs and downstairs dining rooms.  Look for lots of detail changes too, and a few walls aren\'t where they used to be,\" said owner Paul Thompson.  \"The entire project\'s purpose is to improve our customers\' experience, and bring you a better Panini\'s.\"\r\n\r\nWith the current project going as scheduled, Paul said that the exact day of the reopening of the restaurant will be announced shortly.\r\n\r\nAlso planned is an Grand Reopening &amp; Ribbon Cutting event, tenatively scheduled for February 8th.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5078\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"199\" caption=\"Photo by Amy Daring\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/amypaninis30.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5078\" title=\"amypaninis30\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/amypaninis30-199x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"199\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]', 'Panini\'s Cafe goes through changes', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'paninis-cafe-goes-through-changes', '', '', '2012-01-15 10:04:11', '2012-01-15 15:04:11', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5077', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5686, 4, '2012-02-16 14:08:37', '2012-02-16 19:08:37', '<strong>Cast your vote!</strong>\r\n\r\nMust answer at least 10 categories.\r\n\r\nBe sure to scroll all the way down to click <strong>SUBMIT!</strong>\r\n\r\n<script src=\"http://www.surveymonkey.com/jsPop.aspx?sm=oryOAG6jG1iyhHJ_2b1gpmdw_3d_3d\"> </script><div id=\"surveyMonkeyInfo\"><div><script src=\"http://www.surveymonkey.com/jsEmbed.aspx?sm=gVFw3bi_2btmIaRG6TR5o3qQ_3d_3d\"> </script></div>', '2012 T.I.N. Favorites!', '', 'private', 'open', 'closed', '', '5686-2', '', '', '2012-03-27 10:06:37', '2012-03-27 14:06:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?page_id=5686', 0, 'page', '', 0),
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(5101, 4, '2012-01-17 09:56:00', '2012-01-17 14:56:00', 'It\'s that time of year again!  Please support our local little ladies in the Girl Scout, Brownie, and Daisy Troops by grabbing up some of these timeless tasty delights. Yes....it\'s Girl Scout Cookie time, and you\'ll be seeing them over the next month just about everywhere.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/girlscouts.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-5102\" title=\"girlscouts\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/girlscouts-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>', 'Girl Scout cookie time', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'girl-scout-cookie-time', '', '', '2012-01-17 09:56:00', '2012-01-17 14:56:00', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5101', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5107, 4, '2012-01-18 20:00:18', '2012-01-19 01:00:18', 'Grammy Award winning pianist and composer Paul Sullivan will perform a solo piano concert at the USCB Center for the Arts on Thursday January 26th at 7 p.m.\r\n\r\nSullivan, who is making his first visit to Beaufort, describes the evening as a “Getting to Know You” concert, and is offering the concert free of charge, asking only that people bring a contribution of non-perishable food for the Lowcountry Food Pantry.\r\n\r\nSullivan has performed all around the world, as a soloist and as a member of the Paul Winter Consort. He is a gifted improviser and storyteller, and he has a friendly and relaxed style, with a great sense of humor. His career has brought him into contact with such dignitaries as Leonard Bernstein, Dave Brubeck, Yo Yo Ma, and the Princess of Japan, but he also plays regularly at the schools, fundraisers and nursing homes of his community in Maine. He is best known for his original compositions, which blend jazz and classical styles in a unique and delightful way. He has recorded over 14 CDs.\r\n\r\nSullivan studied at the New England Conservatory, St. Paul Choir School, Phillips Exeter Academy and Yale, and then made a career in New York City playing in jazz clubs, concert halls and Broadway shows.\r\n\r\nPaul’s concert will feature a variety of music and styles that appeal to all tastes, and the main theme is always “fun”.\r\n\r\nContact Bonnie Hargrove at USCB Performing Arts Center for more information.', 'Grammy winning artist to perform benefit concert at USCB for Lowcountry Food Pantry', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'grammy-winning-artist-to-perform-benefit-concert-at-uscb-for-lowcountry-food-pantry', '', '', '2012-01-18 20:00:18', '2012-01-19 01:00:18', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5107', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5109, 4, '2012-01-18 20:17:14', '2012-01-19 01:17:14', '<strong>[gallery]\r\n\r\n</strong>\r\n\r\nThe MLK Parade took place Monday, Jan. 15, 2012 along the Rogers Street parade route.\r\n\r\n<strong>Photos by Captured Moments Photography</strong>\r\n<div></div>', 'Check out last week\'s MLK parade', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'check-out-last-weeks-mlk-parade', '', '', '2012-01-18 20:18:24', '2012-01-19 01:18:24', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5109', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5129, 4, '2012-01-18 20:19:14', '2012-01-19 01:19:14', 'The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting incident that left one man injured.\r\n\r\nJust after 7 p.m. Jan.12, 2012, Sheriff’s deputies responded to a reported gunshot victim at a Billy Hill Rd residence. While en route, it was learned that the victim had been transported away from the incident location by a friend to the nearby Food Lion (350 Shanklin Rd). There, deputies made contact with a 39-year old male suffering from a gunshot wound to his lower torso.\r\n\r\nThe victim’s friend, a 29-year old Beaufort man, advised that he and the victim had been hanging out with other friends outside the residence at 6 Billy Hill Rd when an unknown white four-door vehicle pulled up. A subject described as a light-skinned black male with dreadlocks reportedly exited the car and began shooting.\r\n\r\nFollowing the shooting, the victim and his friend fled the area, calling law enforcement to report the incident once they reached Food Lion. The victim was subsequently transported by EMS to Beaufort Memorial where he remains for treatment of a non-life threatening gunshot wound.\r\n\r\nNo motive for the shooting has been established and no further description of the suspect has been made available by witnesses at this time.\r\n\r\nThe Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information to contact either Investigator Cpl. A. Zsamar at 843-255-3408 or the Beaufort County Dispatch Center at 843-524-2777.\r\n<div></div>', 'Shooting leaves one injured', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'shooting-leaves-one-injured', '', '', '2012-01-18 20:19:14', '2012-01-19 01:19:14', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5129', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5131, 4, '2012-01-18 20:21:15', '2012-01-19 01:21:15', 'Just after 6:30 pm January 15, the Lady’s Island St. Helena Fire District was called to the report of a house fire in the Cee Cee Road neighborhood of St. Helena. Callers stated that their neighbor’s home was on fire with flames visible high above the roof. First arriving units were on scene in a matter of minutes and found that the house was completely enveloped by fire. Personnel quickly learned that the occupants were not at home at the time and there was no life safety hazard to be dealt with. Teams of firefighters entered the structure but were soon pushed out by heavy fire as the roof collapsed in. Firefighters fought for nearly an hour to bring the fire under control as wind driven flames and the previous collapse made their work that much harder.\r\n\r\n“The home was set back off the road in a rural neighborhood and likely burned for some time before the attentive neighbor noticed anything out of the ordinary” stated Lee Levesque, fire department spokesman. In the end the home was unfortunately a complete loss but no injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is officially undetermined as the residence was so badly damaged that little was left to lead investigators to the specific cause. The fire solicited a response of 20 firefighters, paramedics from Beaufort County EMS, and officers from the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office.  The family is now being assisted by the Palmetto Chapter of the Red Cross as they work to recover from this event.\r\n\r\n[caption id=\"attachment_5132\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Fire burns house down on St. Helena\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/fire.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5132\" title=\"Fire burns house down on St. Helena\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/fire-300x179.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"179\" /></a>[/caption]', 'Family left homeless after home is destroyed by fire', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'family-left-homeless-after-home-is-destroyed-by-fire', '', '', '2012-01-18 20:21:15', '2012-01-19 01:21:15', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5131', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5134, 4, '2012-01-18 20:22:13', '2012-01-19 01:22:13', 'Robin Boozer, president of the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA), announces the organization’s 2012 Annual Meeting will be held on Thursday, January 19, at 6:30 p.m. in the Hargray Building (room 156) of the USC Beaufort Hilton Head Gateway Campus in Bluffton. The meeting will include elections for board of directors and officers, recognition of volunteers and staff, an update on the state of child abuse and the release of the 2011 Annual Report. The agency will showcase its programs prior to the meeting.\r\n\r\nCAPA, a United Way agency accredited by the Council on Accreditation, has provided child abuse prevention and intervention programs to the Beaufort community for more than 30 years. CAPA’s mission is to break the destructive cycle of child abuse and neglect by equipping parents, children and their caregivers with necessary skills, knowledge and values. CAPA’s outreach programs include school-based safety and character development programs for children, teen pregnancy prevention programs, parent education and support groups, and mandated reporter training for community members. CAPA’s Open Arms Shelter for Abused and Neglected Children has cared for over 2,000 child residents since opening its doors in 1985. The shelter serves children from Beaufort, Jasper, Hampton, Colleton and Allendale counties. CAPA’s Closet thrift shop is a valuable resource to the community and accepts tax-deductible donations of furniture, clothing, appliances, books and more. CAPA envisions a community in which every child is free from maltreatment, safely nurtured in a loving family; a state in which every community is committed to the safety and well-being of children; and a community where this commitment is demonstrated in policies and actions that place the needs of children first.\r\n\r\nThe public is encouraged to attend.  For more information, please call the CAPA Outreach Office at 843.524.4350 or email capa714@earthlink.net. Visit www.capabeaufort.org to learn more.\r\n<div></div>', 'Child Abuse Prevention Association to meet', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'child-abuse-prevention-association-to-meet', '', '', '2012-01-18 20:22:13', '2012-01-19 01:22:13', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5134', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5136, 4, '2012-01-18 20:22:58', '2012-01-19 01:22:58', '“Upheaval in Charleston: Earthquake and Murder on the Eve of Jim Crow,” a gripping account of natural disaster coupled with turbulent social change will be the topic at January’s Dinner &amp; A Lecture at the Verdier House, 801 Bay Street, January 23rd at 5:30 p.m.\r\n\r\nThis latest work of non-fiction by Charleston historian Stephen Hoffius and  scholar Susan Millar Williams reads like fiction, but it is a real- life account of a volatile time in a city struggling to determine how blacks and whites would coexist a generation after the Civil War.\r\n\r\nSet against the backdrop of the earthquake of 1886 and with the city of Charleston itself as a character, the story illuminates the growth of Jim Crow attitudes and their inhibition of Charleston’s economic and cultural progress. At the center, standing against decadence and corruption, was Francis Warrington Dawson, the British expatriate editor of the News &amp; Courier. In trying to find common ground between the races, Dawson lost his life.\r\n\r\nHoffius is most recently known in Beaufort County for co-editing “Northern Money; Southern Land: The Lowcountry Plantation Sketches of Chlotilde Martin.” Martin’s articles printed in the Charleston papers in the first half of the 20th century are largely credited with beginning preservation awareness in Beaufort. Williams teaches American literature and creative writing at Trident Technical College and is author of a biography of Julia Peterkin, South Carolina novelist and 1929 winner of the Pulitzer Prize for fiction.\r\n\r\nA wine and hors d’oeuvre reception begins at 5:30 p.m.; the program is 6-7 p.m. Admission for members is $15/$25 per member/couple. Non-member admission is $20/$30 per person/couple. Call 379-3331 to make reservations. Reservations for Saltus’s three-course dinner for $19 may be made by calling Saltus at 379-3474.\r\n<div></div>', 'Verdier House lecture', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'verdier-house-lecture', '', '', '2012-01-18 20:22:58', '2012-01-19 01:22:58', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5136', 0, 'post', '', 0);

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(5230, 4, '2012-01-25 19:54:16', '2012-01-26 00:54:16', '[caption id=\"attachment_5231\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Poinsett Trio\"]<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Poinsetta-Trio1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-5231\" title=\"Poinsett Trio\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Poinsetta-Trio1-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>[/caption]\r\n\r\nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to hear the Poinsett Piano Trio in concert! The premier, internationally acclaimed ensemble will perform selections from Dvořák and Ravel on Sunday, January 29, at the Fripp Island Community Centre.\r\n\r\nThe Trio brings together musicians from German, New Zealand, and American backgrounds. All three members live in Greenville, S.C. and teach at Furman University, a liberal arts college with a strong, performance-oriented music program.\r\n\r\nAfter several years of successfully performing together, in 2008 pianist David Gross, violinist Deirdre Hutton and cellist Christopher Hutton founded the Poinsett Piano Trio, naming their new group in honor of Joel Roberts Poinsett, South Carolina statesman, physician and botanist. Poinsett discovered the Mexican Poinsettia, today associated with Christmas worldwide. While each of these musicians is accomplished in his or her own right, together they have enchanted audiences from New Zealand to the 2011 Spoleto Festival in Charleston.\r\n\r\nSunday, January 29, at 5 p.m. at the Fripp Island Community Center, Fripp Island.  The cost is $20 a person; $10 for students.  Free Fripp pass at gate.  Attendees are invited to join the artists at a catered event after the performance.  For details www.islc.net/friendsofmusic/  or call (843) 838-6655.\r\n<div></div>', 'Poinsett Trio concert', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'poinsett-trio-concert', '', '', '2012-01-25 19:54:38', '2012-01-26 00:54:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5230', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5234, 4, '2012-01-25 19:55:54', '2012-01-26 00:55:54', 'At approximately 3:34 a.m. on Jan. 22, 2012, a Beaufort police officer on patrol heard what he believed to be gunshots come from the area of the Kangaroo Express located at 290 Robert Smalls Parkway.  As he pulled into the location he observed a man run to a car which left at a high rate of speed. He then located a 33-year-old man who had been shot multiple times while in a vehicle in the parking lot. Another officer located the vehicle that was seen leaving the location and attempted to stop it. The vehicle fled and finally stopped after a brief pursuit. During the chase a .45 caliber handgun was thrown out the window of the suspect vehicle and recovered.\r\n\r\nThe occupants of the vehicle were identified as 24-year-old Marvin Huggins and 22-year-old Devonte Akins. Surveillance video and witness statements confirmed that these were the suspects involved in the shooting.\r\n\r\nMarvin Huggins has been charged with attempted murder, conspiracy and possession of a weapon during the commission of a violent crime. Devonte Akins has been charged with attempted murder and conspiracy.\r\n\r\nThe victim was transported to the hospital with multiple gunshot wounds. His condition is not believed to be life threatening. The investigation is not complete at this time. Early information indicates that the shooting was the result of an earlier dispute over a woman at a nightclub. Anyone with additional information on this case is requested to call investigator Carter at (843) 322-7966.', 'Two arrested in morning shooting', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'two-arrested-in-morning-shooting', '', '', '2012-01-25 19:55:54', '2012-01-26 00:55:54', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5234', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5236, 4, '2012-01-25 19:56:53', '2012-01-26 00:56:53', 'Over the past two years, the Carolinas Chapter of The Congress on New Urbanism has presented outside speakers to talk about issues important to our thinking about the future of our special hometown.\r\n\r\nThis Thursday, there is another speaker who I am sure will talk to many of the questions we all have about “why” we are talking about form based codes, block by block development and redevelopment and making our hometown more environmentally, culturally and fiscally sustainable.\r\n\r\nIf I did not have a conflict between this and the first annual meeting of the new Beaufort Museum Committee, I would be there.\r\n\r\nSo, if you go, please take mental notes so you can share with me.  Thanks and best to all.', 'The option of urbanism:  Investing in a new American dream', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-option-of-urbanism-investing-in-a-new-american-dream', '', '', '2012-01-25 19:56:53', '2012-01-26 00:56:53', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5236', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5238, 4, '2012-01-25 19:57:32', '2012-01-26 00:57:32', 'Members of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Enforcement Team will be conducting a traffic safety checkpoint on Friday, Jan. 27 from 10 p.m. to 12 a.m.\r\n\r\nCheckpoint will be held at the following location at Sam’s Point Road near Beaufort Academy (eastbound lanes only).\r\n\r\nThis Public Safety Checkpoint will be conducted to enforce all South Carolina State Laws, with emphasis on violations related to driver’s licenses, vehicle registrations, and insurance.\r\n\r\nDrivers passing through the checkpoint will be asked to produce their driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance for their vehicle.\r\n<div></div>', 'Checkpoint on Sam’s Point Road on Lady’s Island', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'checkpoint-on-sams-point-road-on-ladys-island', '', '', '2012-01-25 19:57:32', '2012-01-26 00:57:32', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5238', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5240, 4, '2012-01-25 19:58:37', '2012-01-26 00:58:37', 'P*SS ON ‘EM: Last Friday a juvenile received three violations: disorderly conduct, trespass of real property and false information to the police. The police caught the boy urinating in full view of the public. He gave no justification for his behavior and initially lied about his identity. He was visiting another youth at the residence but had been told previously by the homeowner not to come there because he was a bad influence. At a boy—show them what you think about that.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nDREAMS ON PAVEMENT: Last Saturday police officers found a man passed out drunk in a parking lot behind 821 Bay St. at 12:38 a.m. He was disoriented and unsure of his own location. Officers attempted to locate someone to give him a ride, but he could not provide any information to help find someone. It’s OK buddy, just go back to sleep; real life was just a bad dream.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nFIGHTING WISELY: Last Saturday after a bumping party off New Castle, a male subject leftover from the party refused to leave the property at 6:31 a.m. He took several charges in the process (public disorderly conduct, public drunkenness, resisting arrest and trespass of real property) after trying to fight the officers. The report said no one was injured. It also said that the subject was “belligerent throughout the encounter and very intoxicated.” Personally, I think it was actually quite responsible of the male subject to refuse to leave at 6:30 a.m.—um, hello, clearly he was wasted. But, you should never hit a cop expecting to win.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\nI DON’T WANT TO “MAKE PAPER”: An unknown subject attempted to break into a coin-operated coke machine at the Enmark on Boundary St. You know what, bills are overrated and desperate times call for desperate measures. He was not successful.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<em>Compiled by Tess Malijenovsky. Crime Blotter items are chosen from the files of the Beaufort Police Department. Please contact the police with any insider information on these cases. </em>', 'Weekend Crime Reports', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'weekend-crime-reports-12', '', '', '2012-01-25 19:58:37', '2012-01-26 00:58:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5240', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5242, 4, '2012-01-25 19:59:40', '2012-01-26 00:59:40', '<strong>USCB seeks volunteers to </strong>assist with<strong> </strong>game day management for the upcoming baseball and softball seasons. Familiarity with baseball and/or softball is required, and experience with keeping statistics, operating an electronic scoreboard or audio and video production is preferred. If interested, please contact Kelley Alcorn at 208-8067 or alcorn@uscb.edu. The Sand Sharks’ first home baseball game is Jan. 28, and the inaugural softball season begins Feb. 11.\r\n\r\n<strong>The 5th Annual Beaufort Irish </strong>Festival is coming and the drums are sounding. Community minded volunteers and vendors are needed on February 26, to help make this annual event a continued success.\r\n\r\nInterested? Contact: Noel Tillman at (843) 379-7704 or e-mail: cntillman@embarqmail.com, or visit www.beaufortirishfestival.org.\r\nThe festival promotes Irish language, customs, traditions, history, music, food, drink, family fun and humor.\r\n\r\nLast year the festival made a net profit of $1000, which was donated to Hope Haven of the Lowcountry. This year the festival is donating earnings to Habitat for Humanity.\r\n\r\nThe Irish Festival and heritage celebration dates:\r\nFeb. 25     Gala—An evening of Irish dinner and drinks at Best Western on Bay St., 6-9 p.m., catered by Paninis;\r\nFeb. 26—An Irish family fun day at the main festival, 12-4 PM at The Quality Inn Hotel on Boundary St.;\r\nFeb.. 26—Pub Night at Luther’s on Bay St., 9 p.m.;\r\nFeb.. 27—Irish jam session at Luther’s on Bay St., 1-4 p.m.\r\n\r\n<strong>Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity </strong>will hold a volunteer orientation at the Habitat ReStore on Parris Island Gateway on Tuesday, Jan. 31, at 5:30 p.m. For those interested in putting non-construction skills to work, information will be available on how to get plugged in to volunteering with Habitat on various oversight committees, with fund-raising and special events, with family selection and family support, and at the ReStore. For more information please call the Habitat office at 843-522-3500.', 'Beaufort needs you to volunteer', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-needs-you-to-volunteer', '', '', '2012-01-25 19:59:40', '2012-01-26 00:59:40', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5242', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5244, 4, '2012-01-25 20:00:59', '2012-01-26 01:00:59', '<strong>By Will McCullough</strong>\r\n\r\nI’ve always heard that, in their language, Eskimos have as many as 400 different words for “snow”. As it turns out, that’s actually a myth. My guess is that this myth arose from the fact that Eskimos likely have about 400 different expletives that normally precede the word “snow”. But either way, for someone moving here from outside the area, it initially seems as if Beaufortonians could give Eskimos a run for their money when it comes to labeling “waterfront” in its various local incarnations. For example, I’m originally from Cranberry, Pa. (please stop laughing) and the only special water terminology I grew up with was  “crick” (definition: “creek”) and “lake” (definition: “most of the year, a large outdoor skating rink”).\r\n\r\nThere’s no question that having the opportunity to live near the water is one of the significant factors that leads people from all over the world to opt to call the Beaufort area home.  But while terms like “deep water” and  “tidal creek” are automatically understood by those born and bred in the Lowcountry, they often have little initial meaning for folks looking to relocate here. This seemingly insignificant fact should not be ignored by those looking to sell waterfront property in the area. But before I explain how local sellers may be able to enhance the marketing of their waterfront offerings, let me first explain some of our terminology to any of you non-locals.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Local Waterfront Property Definitions:</strong>\r\n\r\n“Marsh Front”: Property that directly fronts a marsh. “No kidding,” you say? OK, but what’s a marsh?  Locally, when we say “marsh” we’re talking about a salt marsh, and a salt marsh is characterized as being a low-lying wet area with halophyte vegetation (salt resistant grasses) regularly flooded by salt water via the ebb and flow of the tide. While often having some of the best views in the Lowcountry, marsh front properties normally do not offer the ability to launch a water vessel beyond the size of a paddle board, kayak, etc. Some lots may have a permit that will allow a small crabbing or shrimping dock.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Deepwater Frontage”: Property that fronts a flowing salt water body where the water depth meets the minimum standard of not being less than three feet deep at low tide. Deepwater property can be found fronting our various creeks, rivers and sounds. The sales value of deepwater properties can vary greatly, often depending upon a given parcel’s low tide water depth, perceived quality of water views and ease of access to major local waterways.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Tidal Creek Frontage”: Property that fronts a flowing salt water body where the water depth drops below three feet at some point in the 12 hour tidal cycle. Normally priced below otherwise comparable deepwater property, tidal creek properties often provide an affordable alternative to those looking to enjoy the local waterfront lifestyle on a budget. However, just like deepwater properties, tidal creek values vary greatly. The length of time the water body drops below three feet is one of the most significant factors to consider when determining value.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“Deepwater—Limited Access”: While the minimum depth of the water body directly fronting this type of property meets “deepwater” standards, the water depth between the subject property and the path out to the larger waterways is restricted by “tidal creek” features at some point in the normal tide cycle.  This is often caused by a sandbar and, like all of the above properties, the value of individual “limited access” properties can vary greatly (depending upon the amount of time a given property is blocked, etc).\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>What this means for local Sellers:</strong>\r\n\r\nSellers should note that they are potentially marketing to someone with a different geographical frame of reference. Depending upon where a buyer is from, a marsh could be viewed as more of a “swamp” or a “bog”.  A tidal creek (or “crick” if you happen to have been raised in Cranberry, Pa.) can make some individuals picture a small stream that could easily be jumped across.  One way to help ensure that your future buyer understands what your waterfront property has to offer is to not just label it as “tidal creek”, etc. Consider also adding text that explains what your waterfront label may mean, from a lifestyle perspective, to a non-local. For example, “This beautiful tidal creek lot offers water frontage that the property owner states is navigable for their 19’ boat for approximately 10 hours out of each 12 hour tide cycle.”\r\n\r\nBottom line, sellers may well find it beneficial  to focus very specific emphasis on exactly what   their property’s  waterfront label may mean to a buyer, hundreds of miles away, who will be viewing their property online. But, hey, at least our Lowcountry labels have meaning. “Deepwater,” for example, actually does mean “water that is deep”. That’s refreshing to me because, believe it or not, they don’t grow cranberries in Cranberry.\r\n<div></div>', 'Eskimos, cranberries and waterfront property', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'eskimos-cranberries-and-waterfront-property', '', '', '2012-05-03 12:08:27', '2012-05-03 16:08:27', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5244', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5246, 4, '2012-01-25 20:01:51', '2012-01-26 01:01:51', '<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Phyllis-Sullivan.pdf\">Phyllis Sullivan</a>\r\n\r\nBy Lanier Laney\r\n\r\nIn 2011 Phyllis of Andy’s Secrets on Boundary street celebrated her 20th year of having a successful business here in Beaufort and by the end of that year got to fulfill a lifelong dream to visit Africa.\r\n\r\nPhyllis Ann, whose nickname is ‘Andy’ was born and raised in Burton. She first started as a seamstress 22 years ago at Button’s and Bows, then opened her own shop, Andy’s Secrets &amp; Alterations, two years later. Located at 1117 Boundary St. (uptown—across from the Boy’s and Girl’s Club), they offer a wide variety of fashion services including, bridal gowns, formal wear, tuxedo rentals, accessories, shoe dying and apparel. Andy’s is also known for its expert alteration and tailoring services.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Her Experience in Ghana</strong>\r\n\r\nDuring her trip to Africa, she took time out to kindly help a native of Ghana open a similar bridal and dress shop there. Here is a description of her exciting trip in her own words:\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n“In December of 2011, I fulfilled one of my lifelong dreams; we­­—me, Phyllis of Andy’s Secrets, and Joyce Gibbs-Ham of Pairs Community Transitional Center—made our first trip abroad to Africa to the country of Ghana. Our travel to Ghana was an amazing international experience. Getting to see another part of the world and living with and working side-by-side the local people was awesome. We were not worried about stepping outside our comfort zone; we were sincerely welcomed or as many of the locals would say to us: “Welcome home.”\r\n\r\nIt was a cultural shock to see that 99 percent of the people there are black in Ghana, Africa, and yet comforting. It was more fascinating observing people’s interaction. Everyone got along. It gave us a new perspective on family and work.\r\n\r\nThere was a strong sense of unity among the Ghanaians  living together. There, people are genuinely busy (working) as many would take to the streets with their product on their head, selling items, trying to earn a living or to pay for their education while running their own business. But even in Ghana after a long day’s work many enjoyed going to Church or taking in the night life as they head out to a social spot or night club for dancing and just having a good old time.\r\n\r\nThe official language in Ghana is English, it being a former English colony, which made it easy for communication. But the most widely spoken language is a native African dialect called “Twi”.\r\n\r\nDuring our stay in Ghana, I helped a native of Ghana, Stella Amanquah,who also owns a business here in Beaufort called “Stella Africa Braids,” establish a bridal and evening wear shop there. I helped Stella design her selling space and become familiar with the marketplace, wholesalers and manufacturers as we shopped for clothing for her inventory. While on the other hand, Joyce of Pairs Community Transitional Center worked with children. By the way Joyce is my sister.\r\n\r\nStella and her family did their very best to make our trip to Ghana pleasurable through visiting many sites of interest in and around Ghana. While in Africa, we visited Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum, the Labadi Beach in Accra, Kakum National Park in the Central Region, the Trading Fort and Castle in Cape Coast where slaves were traded in the Gold Coast, Central Region.\r\n\r\nWe also visited the Manhyia Palace and Museum, Kumasi Zoo in Kumasi in the Ashani Region along many more cultural sites. Another awesome experience was going to visit a village. The village was situated away from the city in Bekwai. The village was a place of peace and calm. There appeared to be no worries there as the people live close to the land and its elements. This surrealistic experience appeared to be a place where many retire to relieve themselves of the stresses of life; as they seek relief from everything and return to the ultimate form of simplicity reclaiming their connectedness to the self and the land.\r\n\r\nOn the other hand, driving around the big cities in Ghana was the most chaotic experience. The enormous amount of people and traffic was overwhelming.  Thank God for our chauffeur and tour guide Kofi Appain who took us on a tour around Ghana. We had amazing experiences in Ghana, especially visiting the historic slave trade site at Cape Coast. That experience sent a chill through my body. To have an experience that most only dream of is a gift from God. It was really interesting. Oh, what an awesome experience! “\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Her appreciation of Beaufort</strong>\r\n\r\nBack in the U.S. Phyllis spoke to me about what her thoughts today are about Beaufort. “First of all, I love Beaufort. It is my only home and I just love my childhood memories and the fact that I’ve been able to see the town change in so many ways. I’ve watched it grow from the rural area of Burton, to the now, new and more commercial “Beautiful Beaufort by the Bay”. I like the friendliness and southern hospitality that Beaufortonians seem to possess naturally. They are truly beautiful and pleasant people who represent the “melting pot” of America because in Beaufort you will find everything from historic Gullah-Geechee culture to the finest cuisines found around the world.\r\n\r\nPhyllis also loves her family. She met her husband Kevin Sullivan at the Enlisted Club at MCAS Beaufort in 1976. He worked as a Drill Instructor on Parris Island from 1975-1983. He’s now a proud veteran of USMC and remains “Semper Fi”. They are also proud parents of two children: a son, Kevin, 34, and a daughter, Phylicia, 26. Kevin, an engineer, is a City and Regional Planner in Baltimore, Maryland. Phylicia works as a licensed cosmetologist with her own successful business in Charleston, SC.\r\n\r\nPhyllis attends Omega Worship Center where the senior pastor is Lawrence Washington. And she tries hard to put her spiritual beliefs into practice everyday at Andy’s Secret.\r\n\r\n“It is our greatest pleasure to provide our customers with excellent service as well as personal encouragement as they prepare for any event. Therefore, our motto is: There is no secret what God can do; what He has done for others, He can do for you,” Phyllis says.\r\n\r\n&nbsp;\r\n\r\n<strong>Andy’s Secret and Alterations</strong>\r\n\r\nLocated at 1117 Boundary Street,  Beaufort SC, 29902\r\n\r\nPhone: 843-986-0507\r\n<div></div>', 'Phyllis Sullivan of Andy’s Secrets Goes to Africa  ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'phyllis-sullivan-of-andys-secrets-goes-to-africa', '', '', '2012-01-25 20:05:52', '2012-01-26 01:05:52', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5246', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5248, 4, '2012-01-25 20:04:29', '2012-01-26 01:04:29', 'By Lanier Laney\r\n\r\nValentine’s day is just around the corner and restaurants are starting to book up fast. Here’s a short list of what’s happening around town to give you some ideas:\r\n\r\nDid you hear that Beaufort’s own City Loft Hotel was voted by Tripadvisor Traveler’s Reader’s Choice Awards for 2012 as the #9 Hotel (out of the top 25 chosen in the entire country) for best service? Quite an accomplishment! Congrats to <strong>Stephanie</strong> and <strong>Matt</strong> and <strong>the whole wonderful staff</strong> for giving new visitors to our town such good memories of Beaufort!  For Valentine’s day they still have a few king rooms available at their special ‘local’s only’ rate of $159.00, which includes a bottle of wine and an early 12 p.m. check in. Call (843) 379-5638 for reservations.\r\n\r\nBreakwater Restaurant, <strong>Donna Lang</strong> says they are running some wonderful Valentine Dinner Specials and also some bubbly specials (843-379-0052)!\r\n\r\nAcross Carteret street from City Loft  at Wren Bistro, <strong>Chef Annie Sergent</strong> is cooking up some exciting Valentine Specials along with drink specials (843-524-9463).\r\n\r\nAround the corner, a block away at 706 Craven, <strong>Chef Tony Fairbanks </strong>at the Tooting Egret has whipped up a delicious menu that includes pork tenderloin, crab cakes or chicken roulade. Two seatings 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.,  $40 for 3 courses. Check out the whole delicious menu on Facebook at The Tooting Egret (843-521-4507).\r\n\r\nUp the street at the new Italian Restaurant Griffin’s at 403 Carteret (on the corner of Craven),  Ricardo says, “Remember, Italy is for lovers”; and he invites you join he and his wife <strong>Chef Laura</strong> for a very romantic evening. They will have two seatings at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. with a special five-course menu which includes prosecco (843-524-0240).\r\n\r\nOver at Saltus  there will be a wonderful Valentine menu prepared by <strong>Chefs Brian Waters </strong>and<strong> Penn Ten Eyck. </strong>A four course meal for just $55 (843-379-3474).\r\n\r\nPlums also will have a special Valentine menu according to owner <strong>Lantz Price</strong> (843-525-1946).  Good news!  Lantz  also just told me that Plums is expanding to Bluffton. In a spot in the Truffles/Kroger shopping center complex,  so be sure and tell all your friends over there that they soon too can experience one of Beaufort’s favorite places to eat.\r\n\r\nAt Southern Graces, <strong>Chef Christopher Hewitt</strong> has put together a magical and romantic Valentine’s Dinner.  You can view it on their Facebook page.  By reservations only call (843)-379-0555.  And after dinner, there’s always the Beaufort Inn upstairs.\r\n\r\nFor a true Southern Valentines Day, check out the special Romance package at the beautiful antebellum Rhett House Inn (www.rhetthouseinn.com/packages), which  includes a half dozen roses, champagne, dinner certificate and carriage ride. Call (843) 524-9030 or book online.\r\n\r\nSince we are on the subject of Valentine’s, don’t forget you can still get tickets to the wonderful dancing, music and incredible silent auction items of the <strong>Valentine Ball</strong> at the Lyceum on Parris Island on February 11, which would be another great surprise Valentine gift for your sweetie! Go online to www.valentineball.org to purchase tickets.', ' Get a Valentine’s head start for your sweetheart!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'get-a-valentines-head-start-for-your-sweetheart', '', '', '2012-01-25 20:04:29', '2012-01-26 01:04:29', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5248', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5253, 4, '2012-01-25 20:06:46', '2012-01-26 01:06:46', '<strong>By Terry Sweeney</strong>\r\n\r\nIn my book, eating a scrumptious wedge of fabulous French triple-creme cheese with a warm crunchy crusty baguette is a religious experience.  On the other hand, three or four blocks of rubbery ice-cold supermarket cheese on a bare board with some cheap crackers…now that’s pure hell.  Please don’t think I’m a heartless cheese snob.  I’m aware of how much cheese prices have inexplicably gone up over the last three years.  Are the cows charging more for their milk?  Did the sheep wise up and decide they were getting flocked over? Did the old goats decide to start stashing some away for their retirement?  I guess the real truth is cheese makers everywhere realized that there was an ever growing consumer market out there.  Statistics show that American cheese consumption is at an all time high.  And well, let’s face it, since neither you nor I have any intention of taking on the job of making our own cheese; we’re at their mercy.  Just between us, I wish I’d known making cheese was a career option back when I graduated college.  I would have loved to seen the look on people’s faces when they asked about my future choice of profession.  Doctor?… Lawyer?…. No, (melodramatic pause) Cheese Monger.  (Yep, that’s what they call ‘em.)\r\n\r\nStill without having to sell a kidney; one can entertain quite beautifully and simply by following these Happy Wino cheese tips:\r\n\r\nPick one fantastic cheese you love if you are on a budget (and who isn’t?).  It’s like that little black dress that is so right for so many occasions.  And spend your money on a decent size wedge of it. Depending on the number of guests you are having.  My go- to hard cheeses are…Parmigiano -Reggiano, for its flakey, fragrant and savory flavor that lingers on the palate.  Manchego--a Spanish sheep’s milk cheese with a pleasing bite and a slight underlying sweetness and last but not least… Aged Gouda which is grainy, tangy, with just a hint of butterscotch on the finish.\r\n\r\nWith the Parmigiano serve a ramekin of italian olives, and some sliced rolled up proscuitto. (roll it around some juicy slices of cantaloupe for the wow factor).  Pop open a bottle of Brut Champagne to go with it and I can be at your house in five minutes.  Okay, okay. You can get away with a California Merlot (and I’d still come.)\r\n\r\nFor the Manchego…I’d go with some black Spanish olives, chorizo (Spanish dried sausage) and marconi almonds. Serve it up with a nicely chilled  Albarino (an inexpensive  but delish Spanish wine) or even a bubbly Cava.\r\n\r\nFor the Aged Gouda, I’d serve up some green grapes, sliced salami, and maybe some flatbread crackers and dijon mustard.  Open a Cab, a Petite Syrah, or( Surprise! )even a sweet Muscat to keep your friends interested.  After all, we don’t want a ‘cheese bored’.  We wanna keep it fresh and new.\r\n\r\nFor God sake please take that cheese out of your refrigerator at least 3 hours before your party!!!!  Okay, at least half an hour.  I was being dramatic (but three hours is what the experts say).\r\n\r\nAlso, using a fig leaf under the cheese on the plate, adding flowers or a sprig of rosemary is a simple yet elegant gesture . Your guests will appreciate that you put such thought into your presentation.\r\n\r\nCamembert and Brie lead the pack as my semi-soft favorites.  I love to pair them with a White Burgundy, a German Riesling or once again with my good buddy Brut Champagne. Smear  them on petit french toasted squares that you can find in various specialty stores and serve them with some dried apricots. Then lock the door and shut the windows.  You may not want anyone to see you that out of control or hear the embarrassing primitive animal noises that inadvertently will burst forth.\r\n\r\nNow we come to the Triple Cremes.  Especially my Big Cheese Crush who leaves me weak at the knees… Explorateur. I act so crazy around Explorateur; I’m surprised it hasn’t gotten a restraining order against me.  For this baby, break out the Veuve Clicqout or my favorite… Pol Roger. Definitely a warm baguette must be there to catch every creamy morsel as it collapses onto the bread in a dead faint.  Or maybe that’s me who faints; and the cheese is just sitting there on the plate completely baffled.  I’m not sure.   I do love a small bundle of tiny red champagne grapes or maybe even some sliced pears to decorate the plate. Nothing else.  Except maybe one other person to maybe share this Cheese of the Gods.  But no more than one.  Although it is a ‘triple creme’, three’s a crowd when Explorateur has graced you with its presence.  And it would be just awful; if someone dropped in unexpectedly and started chowing down.  Imagine yelling “You! Out!” At the top of your lungs and the next day having to call the poor person and apologize (sorry mother…but it was a triple creme).\r\n\r\nThese are just a few of the cheeses available to you but there are hundreds more varieties.  So what are you waiting for? Leave the dark dreary CNN world we mortals must trudge through and step up to the heavenly world of cheese that’s floating out there; waiting to save you from the humdrum of life.\r\n\r\nCome to Cheesus! Cheers.', 'Come to Cheesus', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'come-to-cheesus', '', '', '2012-02-13 16:33:33', '2012-02-13 21:33:33', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5253', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5256, 4, '2012-01-25 20:08:38', '2012-01-26 01:08:38', 'A new year, a new show, and “New Vibrations” opens at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. The Art Beyond Tradition group of artists brings its magic to the university’s gallery on Carteret Street. Twelve abstract artists have put together a showing of some of their latest works. The show will run from January 15, through April 30. There will be an opening reception at the gallery on February 3, from 5- 7  p.m. The public is invited.\r\n\r\nThe artists who reside on Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, Beaufort  and Columbia are known throughout the area for their unique style and exquisite artwork. They include painters:  Deanna Bowdish, Cindy Chiappetta, Marilyn Dizikes, Jo Dye, Vickie Jourdan, Mary Jane Martin, Mary Sullivan, Joan Templer, Arla Crumlick Wible, Caroll Williams and Irene K. Williamson; and sculptor Sharon Collings Licata.\r\n\r\nVickie Jourdan’s “Attitude,” where bold reds and blended hues ring true to their title, is a painting that says as much about the artist as the observer. Far from subtle, it asserts itself dramatically.\r\n\r\n<a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Martin-ABT.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-5257\" title=\"Break Out\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Martin-ABT-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>\r\n\r\nSharon Licata works in stone. Her sculpture named “Thunder” shows an amazing flexibility of design. The stone seems to swirl and wrap around itself forming an open space that defies credibility.\r\n\r\nMary Jane Martin has produced a painting titled “Java.” Colorful patches appear to be escaping from the muted background, whereas in “Grounded,” a muted palette is used, playing to texture and text.\r\n\r\nFollowing some of the concepts of color-mass abstract painting, Arla Crumlick  Wible has produced studies in Brown, Browns and Greens, while Irene K. Williamson brings a collage named “Interrupted” as well as an abstract painting called “Out of Control”. In this second painting, the vigorous swirls of color and mad splashes and dashes of paint appear to be out of control, yet the total environment is that of a carefully controlled painting.\r\n\r\nCaroll Williams describes her art as 2-1/2 D. Her wall mounted artwork uses found objects and “turns them into something quite different from their original use.“ Her philosophy is to do as little as possible to these objects. “In that way, the qualities that originally attracted me to them — the weathering, the patina of age, the quirkiness — continue to shine through.” This can easily be seen in her pieces titled “Transported” and “Grids, Boxes and Drawers.”\r\n\r\nIn the late 70s, I began the study of graphic design which led to a satisfying 30 year career. After my husband’s retirement to Hilton Head Island, and my own semi-retirement, I finally had the time to experiment with making art from the kinds of materials I’ve always loved and collected: peeling, painted boards; rusty objects; staircase spindles; ephemera of all varieties.\r\n\r\nThe Art Beyond Tradition has been together and showing its work as a group since 2007. For more information about the group and its work, contact Irene K. Williamson at 843-689-5088, or by e-mail at worldly@hargray.com .\r\n\r\n“We are so pleased to be holding our current show at the University of South Carolina Beaufort,” says Irene K. Williamson, manager of the Art Beyond Tradition group and one of its artists. “It is important to find venues that enhance the boldness of the art and provide the space for the 12 members of the group to display their work.”\r\n\r\n“We welcome Art Beyond Tradition and their new show “New Vibrations,” says Bonnie Hargrove. “The university is pleased to present this fine body of work. Our gallery is open to the public Monday- Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.”\r\n\r\n“All of the artwork in the show is for sale. We invite everyone to stop by the gallery space of USCB at 801 Carteret Street in Beaufort to see this splendid show,” said Hargrove.\r\n<div></div>', 'New Vibrations at USC Beaufort', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-vibrations-at-usc-beaufort', '', '', '2012-01-25 20:08:38', '2012-01-26 01:08:38', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5256', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5259, 4, '2012-01-25 20:09:48', '2012-01-26 01:09:48', 'Sea Island Rotary Club is pleased to announce their 8th Annual Adventure Biathlon scheduled for March 10, 2012.  The adventure Biathlon is truly an unique race pairing both a running and kayaking portion.\r\n\r\nThe race will begin promptly at 11 a.m. at Hunting Island State Park; however, plan on arriving early.  Participants can compete individually or with someone else as a team.\r\n\r\nStandup paddleboards can be used in place of kayaks during the event and kayak rentals are available through The Kayak Farm (838-2008) Higher Ground (379-4327).\r\n\r\nFifty-seven awards will be given to ranked participants and a post race party is being held at Boondocks on St. Helena Island.\r\n\r\nThe cost is $45 for individuals and $60 per team. A $10 late fee applies to all registrants after March 4, 2012.\r\n\r\nInterested persons can find the information online at www.setupinc.com or at race headquarters, Higher Ground.', 'Register now for eighth annual Adventure Biathlon', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'register-now-for-eighth-annual-adventure-biathlon', '', '', '2012-01-25 20:09:48', '2012-01-26 01:09:48', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5259', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5261, 4, '2012-01-25 20:10:40', '2012-01-26 01:10:40', 'Beaufort Middle School and Hilton Head High School are among nine finalists announced for the 2012 Palmetto’s Finest Schools Awards.\r\n\r\nThe extensive judging process includes evaluations by fellow educators and previous Palmetto’s Finest winners who focus on elements of student achievement, faculty training, program goals, teaching quality, office practices and community involvement.\r\n\r\n“We’re very proud of these schools,” said Superintendent Valerie Truesdale. “This statewide recognition shows how students can thrive when they’re supported by strong leaders, creative and hard-working faculty, and consistently receiving excellent support from their communities.”\r\n\r\nEntrants in the Palmetto’s Finest competition submitted 20-page applications last fall and received on-site visits by a review committee. Beaufort Middle, Hilton Head High and the other seven finalists will now undergo additional on-site evaluations.\r\n\r\nRepresentatives from the nine finalists will gather at Columbia’s Koger Center for the Arts on March 27 to learn which four—two elementary, one middle and one high school—have won the top honors. The finalists are:\r\n\r\n• Beech Hill Elementary, Dorchester District 2\r\n\r\n• Brushy Creek Elementary, Greenville County\r\n\r\n• Burgess Elementary, Horry County\r\n\r\n• Stone Academy of Communication Arts, Greenville County\r\n\r\n• Beaufort Middle, Beaufort County\r\n\r\n• Kelly Mill Middle, Richland District 2\r\n\r\n• Blythewood High, Richland District 2\r\n\r\n• Fort Mill High, York District 4\r\n\r\n• Hilton Head Island High, Beaufort County\r\n\r\nThis is Beaufort Middle School’s second consecutive year as a finalist. A Red Carpet award winner, the school’s strong academic focus resulted in 24 Junior Scholars in 2011 and also 67 seventh graders who qualified to participate in Duke University’s Talent Identification Program. The school also has a strong arts curriculum that has earned it designations as both a Distinguished Arts Program School and an Arts in the Basic Curriculum School. Beaufort Middle’s football and basketball teams both won Lowcountry championships in 2011.\r\n\r\nHilton Head Island High School is the first high school in Beaufort County to receive Excellent ratings in both the Absolute and Improvement Report Card rating categories. A Red Carpet and Palmetto Gold winner, Hilton Head High boasts students who win top honors in both academics and athletics, an outstanding faculty and strong community and business partnerships. Hilton Head High students also devoted nearly 17,000 hours of community service last year to the local community.\r\n\r\nThe South Carolina Association of School Administrators presents the awards each year to two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school that SCASA says “offer the best in innovative, effective educational programs.” The Palmetto’s Finest Award is celebrating its 34th year and is one of the most coveted and respected awards among educators.\r\n\r\nSCASA is the professional organization for school leaders in South Carolina, with a membership of more than 2,900.  From professional development opportunities and research to publications and legislative advocacy, SCASA’s focus is to support school leaders in providing the best possible education for South Carolina’s young people.', 'Register now for eighth annual Adventure Biathlon', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'register-now-for-eighth-annual-adventure-biathlon-2', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:43', '2018-07-12 15:04:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5261', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5263, 4, '2012-01-25 20:11:17', '2012-01-26 01:11:17', 'The School Improvement Council at Port Royal Elementary School has been named to the South Carolina School Improvement Council’s 2012 Honor Roll for its efforts to foster civic engagement in public education.\r\n\r\nPort Royal is one of 15 Honor Roll SICs in the running for the annual Dick and Tunky Riley Award for School Improvement Council Excellence. Named for the former U.S. Secretary of Education and South Carolina governor and his late wife, the Riley Award was created in 2002 to recognize the vital contributions made by the 14,000-plus local School Improvement Council members who volunteer in every public school in the state.\r\n\r\n“We are very pleased to recognize these School Improvement Councils for the important work they’ve done to build parent and community commitment in their schools,” said SC-SIC Board of Trustees Chair Sylleste Davis. “The contributions of time and talent made by our state’s SICs are even more vital in the current economic climate of limited revenue and tightened budgets. We must continue to honor and support our SICs for the value they bring to our schools, our children and the future of South Carolina.”\r\n\r\nIn the last year, local School Improvement Council members across South Carolina turned in more than 230,000 volunteer hours in their schools at an estimated value of nearly $4 million.\r\n\r\nFive finalists from this year’s list of Honor Roll schools will be selected late next month, with one to be named as the winner of the annual Riley Award. The award will be announced at the SC-SIC Annual Conference on March 24 in Columbia.\r\n\r\nLocated in the University of South Carolina’s College of Education, the South Carolina School Improvement Council was established in state law more than three decades ago to provide the member training, technical assistance, statutory accountability, and other operational resources necessary for the continued success of the community-based SICs in each of South Carolina’s 1,100-plus K-12 public schools.\r\n\r\nMore information on SC-SIC, the Riley Award for School Improvement Council Excellence and award winners from previous years can be found online at http://sic.sc.gov.\r\n<div></div>', 'Port Royal Elementary Improvement Council receives state recognition', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'port-royal-elementary-improvement-council-receives-state-recognition', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:43', '2018-07-12 15:04:43', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5263', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(5265, 4, '2012-01-25 20:12:06', '2012-01-26 01:12:06', 'In an era of sports when trash talking, win-at-all-cost mentalities and fights on the field seem to be the norm, it’s no wonder that 70 percent of U.S. children playing organized sports will quit by age 13 and never play again.Beaufort kids and families, believing that sports can be a positive experience, are participating in an unconventional youth sports league which teaches that the process of competition is just as important as the outcome.\r\n\r\nFor more than three years Cornerstone Christian Church has hosted sports leagues through Upward Sports—the world’s largest Christian sports league for children—coaching and mentoring more than 500 area kids. The church offers three Upward Sports: Flag Football, Cheerleading and Soccer.\r\n\r\n“Kids seem to really grow—both as athletes and friends—in an environment that focuses on skills, sportsmanship, teamwork and integrity while having fun. It’s been exciting seeing families from several neighborhoods come together for the first time. One football team can often represent more than five schools. This football program is building friendships and community,” said Bryan Gates, League Director.\r\n\r\nFocusing on healthy competition and positive sports environments that build strong self-confidence, Upward Sports equips churches with everything needed to run a competitive but fun, 12-week sports program for children K-6 grade. Each year, more than 1 million people play, coach, referee or volunteer in Upward Sports Leagues.\r\n\r\nTo avoid player and parent burn out, Upward Sports limits time commitments to one practice and one game per week. Other distinctive aspects of Upward Sports Leagues include:\r\n\r\n• Unique substitution system designed to provide every child equal playing time, competing against an equally matched opponent\r\n\r\n• Competitive games with strict adherence to a proprietary drafting system that balances talent on each team\r\n\r\n• Supportive coaches that bring out “the winner” in every child regardless of the game’s score\r\n\r\nRegistration is open now through February 25, 2012 for Spring Flag Football and Cheerleading. The cost is $55 for Flag Football and $58 for Cheerleading. Flag Football is open to girls and boys.  Late fees apply if you register after Feb. 25. The fee includes a uniform for the chosen sport. Each child must attend one evaluation day in order for the registration to be complete.  Evaluations will be held at Cornerstone Christian Church 2301 First Boulevard in Beaufort. The Evaluation times are as follows:\r\n\r\n• Saturday, Feb. 11, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\r\n\r\n• Tuesday, Feb. 21, 2012 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.\r\n\r\n• Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.\r\n\r\nPlease come anytime during those hours, and make sure your child is wearing athletic shoes. Allow 20 min. per player to complete the evaluation. Practices begin the week on March 20 and the league will conclude on June 2. Please register early at www.beaufortscornerstone.org. For more information about Upward Sports visit www.upward.org.\r\n<div></div>', 'Beaufort youth sports league defies ‘win-at-all-cost’ mentality', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-youth-sports-league-defies-win-at-all-cost-mentality', '', '', '2012-01-25 20:12:06', '2012-01-26 01:12:06', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=5265', 0, 'post', '', 0);
