<b> ‘Bid for PAL’ Online Auction a huge success </b>

The Palmetto Animal League’s 6th annual “BID for PAL” Online Auction was, once again, a huge success, raising $41,000, which will be used to support PAL’s rescue, rehabilitation and adoption programs at its Adoption Center and Community Clinic in the Riverwalk Business Park.

More than 300 registered bidders participated in purchasing 620 donated items. The success of the auction would not have been possible without the commitment of co-chairs Wendy Schlegel, Mary Lynn Peacher and Pam Dyer. In addition to this trio, 33 hard-working volunteers were responsible for locating auction items and administering the auction.

<b>Wanted: fledgling entrepreneurs</b>

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) and SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) will offer a business class focusing on developing a business plan, accessing a business loans and other financial strategies. The class will be held on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on May 4, 6 and 8, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Call 843-986-1102 to enroll. Classes will be held at the chamber office located at 801 Bladen Street in Beaufort. Cost for the class is $25 which will be reimbursed once the course has been satisfactorily completed.