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(21320, 4, '2015-02-26 11:39:37', '2015-02-26 16:39:37', '<strong><a href=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Burton-FD_Forest-Filed-Fire_022615.jpg\"><img class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-21321\" src=\"http://www.yourislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Burton-FD_Forest-Filed-Fire_022615-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"Burton FD_Forest Filed Fire_022615\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>Another smoke detector saves another family in Burton.</strong>\r\n\r\nA smoke detector again saves a young family with a new infant in the Forest Field\r\n\r\ndevelopment as a clothes dryer fire quickly filled the small home with toxic smoke.\r\n\r\nBurton firefighters were summoned to Pinto Court in the Forest Field subdivision just after\r\n\r\n10pm Wednesday night for a report of a house fire. Fire crews from the nearby Shell Point fire station\r\n\r\narrived on scene in minutes and reported smoke coming from the small single story home.\r\n\r\nFirefighters located and extinguished a fire inside a clothes dryer halting the fire before it spread\r\n\r\ninto the walls. The Burton Fire District assisted the residents by removing smoke from the home\r\n\r\nand provided the young family with additional smoke detectors. The fire was confined to the\r\n\r\nlaundry room with minor charring to the wall.\r\n\r\nThe male resident, a young Marine, stated his smoke detector activated and he saw flames\r\n\r\ncoming from the clothes dryer. Acting quickly, he grabbed his days old newborn infant and he\r\n\r\nand his wife and another adult in the home fled and called 911.\r\n\r\nBurton fire officials’ state that once again not only did the smoke detector save lives, but also\r\n\r\ngave early notification of a small growing fire which enabled firefighters to be called in enough\r\n\r\ntime to make a difference.\r\n\r\nThis is one of four fires for Burton firefighters in just a week in what fire officials fear is a\r\n\r\ndangerous spike, and are urging residents to clean dryers fully and mount ABC fire extinguishers\r\n\r\nnearby for quick use in such events.', 'Burton FD responds to 4th house fire last night in less than a week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'burton-fd-responds-to-4th-house-fire-last-night-in-less-than-a-week', '', '', '2015-02-26 11:39:37', '2015-02-26 16:39:37', '', 0, 'http://www.yourislandnews.com/?p=21320', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(818, 4, '2011-05-19 05:35:08', '2011-05-19 05:35:08', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_819\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Sea Turtle by Kathy Crowther\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Cover-KathyCrowther-sea-turtle-Celadon.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-819\" title=\"Cover-KathyCrowther sea turtle Celadon\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Cover-KathyCrowther-sea-turtle-Celadon-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nThe Celadon Fine Arts Festival is proud to present 28 juried artists, representing five states, for this inaugural event from May 20-22 at Celadon on Lady’s Island. The festival starts Friday, May 20, 4 to 8 p.m. Parking $5 per car. <!--more-->Saturday is family fun day, opening at 10 a.m.; Jef the Mime performs from noon to 4 p.m.; Generation Gap, everyone’s favorite band, plays from 4 to 7 p.m.; and glass artist Kathy Oda will help kids create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork that is encased in glass. That evening from 7:30 to 9, hang with the artists and applaud the winners of $3,000 in awards, judged by artist P.A. Kessler, while being serenaded by the sounds of Kenny Varner. Tickets to the reception are $10, catering by Breakwater Restaurant.\n\nThe festival lasts through Sunday, May 22, from noon to 5 p.m. Ice cream from Berry Island, wings from 2 Fat 2 Fly, Italian ice from Jack Frost, and Brick’s bombers will be available all day each, and Photobooth Beaufort will be on site too.\n\nThe inaugural Celadon Fine Arts Festival presents the highest caliber of fine art and crafts, for the knowledgeable and discriminating audience that resides, visits, and revels in the Lowcountry creative experience.\n\n“I am looking forward to the Celadon Arts Festival because it is the first of its kind in Beaufort,” said artist Eve Miller. “The eclectic mix of media is very exciting.  Hopefully it will be the start of an annual event showcasing the arts in Beaufort County.”\n\nThe festival is located in the beautiful Celadon Community on Lady’s Island, across the bridge from historic Beaufort, then left down Sams Point Road, make a right at the tower. Artists, collectors, and visitors will be surrounded by oak trees, ponds, and the distinguished architecture that is Celadon, May 20-22. Visit www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org and www.CeladonFineArtsFestival.org for details and updates.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Celadone Fine Arts Festival: Be a part of the inaugural event', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'celadone-fine-arts-festival-be-a-part-of-the-inaugural-event', '', '', '2011-05-19 05:35:08', '2011-05-19 05:35:08', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=818', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(823, 4, '2011-05-20 13:27:04', '2011-05-20 13:27:04', 'BEAUFORT POLICE DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE May 20, 2011:  <strong>ARMED ROBBERY REPORTED</strong>\nOn May 20th 2011 a 34 year old man met with police to report that he had been robbed the night before (May 19th). According to the complainant he was walking to his car in the parking lot of Wal-Mart at approximately 10:00 p.m. when<!--more-->he was approached by four subjects who knocked him down and held a knife to his neck. The man reported that he struggled briefly then gave the suspects a small amount of cash and they fled into the woods. The complainant reported receiving minor injuries during the struggle. He described the suspects as four black males,one was heavy set with medium length dreadlocks, the second was wearing a Cincinnati Reds baseball cap, the third had on a Philadelphia Phillies baseball cap and the fourth was just described as being thin. The victim could not explain why he waited until the next day to report the crime. The case is under investigation. <strong>Anyone with information regarding it is requested to call the dispatch office at 524-2777.</strong>', 'ARMED ROBBERY REPORTED: May 20', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'armed-robbery-reported-may-20', '', '', '2011-05-20 13:27:04', '2011-05-20 13:27:04', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=823', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(827, 4, '2011-05-26 12:57:53', '2011-05-26 12:57:53', '<strong>Why Do We Like Dogs?</strong>\n\n<strong>By Tracie Korol</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nMy Airedale friend is staying with me this week. As she normally lives in a highly controlled neighborhood, one of her favorite things to do when she visits is to reclaim her Inner Wolf.  That, and pal around with the neighbor dog, a wilderness-wise terrier, and her special friend. When she can do both at the same time, she is in dog heaven.\n\nAt one point, monitoring play in the backyard, I watched Pooh (the neighbor) dart off into the underbrush and pull out ... something. Something highly desirable given Airedale’s reaction. Not to kick up a game of GimmeThat, I strolled casually around the perimeter of the yard, slowly coming closer to the prize. They beamed at me; they were so proud.  Pooh had scored an old, dry skeleton — entire rib cage, spine, tail assembly and one leg — and, as a team, were preparing to settle down for an afternoon of Inner Wolf-ing — dragging it around for a while and then, ultimately, settling down to crunch it to smithereens. Before things became more interesting, I retired the whole mess to the garbage to looks of dismay, disappointment and what could be described as dog pouting.\n\n(Later, when Pooh fetched the skull, I determined it was an ex-cat.)\n\nI share this anecdote because my reaction to this whole slightly gruesome event was “why do I like dogs, again?”   They trail grime and hair wherever they go, hork up piles on the nice rugs, leave other gifts on the bathmat, yap, fart, roll on and/or eat dead things, cause us to spend outrageous amounts of money at pet stores and the veterinary, and create occasions when you have to pick up cat skeletons with your bare hands.\n\nYet, during Hurricane Katrina people would not leave their dogs alone to perish and refused to evacuate. Imagine that. People chose to risk their lives for their dogs. We like our dogs to the extreme, but why?\n\nCertainly, dogs give us joy and pleasure. There is science that explains part of the reason why. Studies have shown that oxytocin and dopamine, the “pleasure chemical,” are released in the brain when we pet our dogs. This even works for people who are not crazy about dogs and who don’t even own one.  Oxytocin motivates a desire to interact with others and gives us a sense of well being when we do. It is the same brain chemical that helps a mother with lactation and bonding with her new baby.\n\nBut science aside, our dogs enrich our lives. They improve cognitive development and strengthen immune systems in children; they increase self-esteem, positive communication skills, responsibility and compassion in adolescents; they offer companionship for singles, empty-nesters and the elderly; they lower our blood pressure and cholesterol levels, increase survival rates, assist in battling depression and help prevent heart disease. Having a dog can be a beneficial symbiotic relationship that we are just beginning to understand. But the question remains: WHY do we really like dogs?\n\nMy theory is that dogs fulfill our most basic needs for validation and affection. In other words — the need to be right (dogs never tell us we’re wrong), and the need to be loved (they offer unconditional affection). Or do they?\n\nIn my experience, a dog doesn’t do anything unconditionally! (Remember my What’s-In-It-For-Me method of dog training?) But we perceive they do and that is what is important. Our perception of their forgiving, honest nature allows us to love them unconditionally. Anything that increases our ability to love has to be a good thing.  And, with that tender thought in mind, I’m happily going to go hose off eight muddy little feet and wipe up yet another layer of canine-applied dried marsh grime.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>BowWOW! Is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog. She is a canine behavior coach, Reiki practitioner, a canine massage therapist (CMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath.  Want more information? Have a question? Send a note to Tracie at <a href=\"mailto:letstalk@wholedog.biz\">letstalk@wholedog.biz</a></strong><strong> or visit <a href=\"http://www.wholedog.biz\">www.wholedog.biz</a></strong><strong>.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>Send your bad dog stories\n\nFor an up-coming article possibly  called “Eeuw and Aw,” please send me stories of your Best Friend’s reprehensible moments and why you love him anyway.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'BowWOW!  Facts, observations and musings about Our Best Friends', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bowwow-facts-observations-and-musings-about-our-best-friends-4', '', '', '2011-05-26 12:57:53', '2011-05-26 12:57:53', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=827', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(829, 4, '2011-05-26 12:59:18', '2011-05-26 12:59:18', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Pets-Pets-of-the-Week.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-830\" title=\"Pets-Pets of the Week\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Pets-Pets-of-the-Week-248x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"248\" height=\"300\" /></a>The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center will sponsor the adoption fee for anyone willing to take all three or at least two of these boys. They have been together their entire lives and in rescue for those two years. They came to us from another rescue and we were quite sure that their dynamic and fun personalities along with their small size would allow us to place them quickly, but that has not been the case.  Black dogs are often overlooked.  The Three Stooges, as they are lovingly called, are very healthy, neutered and chipped.  You can see them Monday through Saturday from 12 to 7.  For information or directions, please call the PAL Center at 843-645-1725 or email info@palmettoanimalleague.org.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Pets of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pets-of-the-week', '', '', '2011-05-26 12:59:18', '2011-05-26 12:59:18', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=829', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(832, 4, '2011-05-26 13:00:00', '2011-05-26 13:00:00', '<strong> </strong>\n\nAs part of the redistricting process, Beaufort County Council has scheduled a series of public hearings with the hope that citizens will attend and voice their concerns.<!--more-->\n\nThe county has also developed website postings that include information about the redistricting process, proposals for district lines, maps and an interactive comment forum. Go to www.bcgov.net and click on the sliding “Redistricting” graphic on the home page.\n\nThe public hearing schedule is as follows:\n\n• June 15, 6 p.m., Hilton Head Island Branch Library, 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head Island\n\n• July 18, 6 p.m., Bluffton Branch Library, 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton\n\n• August 8, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, County Administration Building, 100 Ribaut Road, Beaufort\n\n• August 22, 6 p.m., Council Chambers, County Administration Building ,100 Ribaut Road, Beaufort.\n\n&nbsp;', 'County seeks input on redistricting', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'county-seeks-input-on-redistricting', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:00:00', '2011-05-26 13:00:00', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=832', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(834, 4, '2011-05-26 13:01:08', '2011-05-26 13:01:08', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/News-F-35B.gif\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-835\" title=\"News-F-35B\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/News-F-35B.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"129\" /></a>The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce is landing national recognition for their Operation F35-Beaufort campaign from the American Chamber of Commerce Executives.\n\nOperation F35-Beaufort and the Chamber will be awarded a Gold Award this August as part of the 27th Annual Awards of Communication Excellence at the 2011 ACCE Convention in Los Angeles.<!--more-->\n\nOperation F35-Beaufort, a partnership between the chamber, the Military Enhancement Committee, Lowcountry Economic Network &amp; Alliance, and Williams Group PR, was an integrated public relations campaign to boost local and statewide support to bring five squadrons of F-35 Joint Strike Fighters to Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort.\n\nThe Awards for Communications Excellence honor, reward and celebrate the achievements of outstanding communication programs, campaigns and projects. It also serves to enhance the professional development of chamber professionals through the evaluation and recognition of their communications efforts.\n\nLast month, Operation F35- Beaufort earned a Mercury Award of Merit from the S.C. Public Relations Society of America for outstanding community relations campaigns.\n\nThe Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, led by Interim President Blakely Williams, leads the enhancement, expansion and diversification of the business community throughout the Beaufort region. The chamber focuses on providing business growth opportunities and learning opportunities so that businesses are more productive and profitable, as well as advocacy and community development initiatives to build a favorable business climate. For more information, visit www.beaufortchamber.org.\n\nThe Military Enhancement Committee is a board housed under the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Visitor &amp; Convention Bureau to address military issues at the critical junctures at the national level.\n\nThe Lowcountry Economic Network &amp; Alliance is a public-private partnership tasked with providing comprehensive business development and recruitment services to organizations looking to relocate or expand their business in Beaufort and Jasper counties.\n\n&nbsp;', 'BEAUFORT CHAMBER WINS NATIONAL AWARD FOR F-35 CAMPAIGN', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-chamber-wins-national-award-for-f-35-campaign', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:01:08', '2011-05-26 13:01:08', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=834', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(837, 4, '2011-05-26 13:01:52', '2011-05-26 13:01:52', '<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office will be participating in the 2011 Buckle Up South Carolina campaign.\n\nThe men and women of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office are proud to partner with the South Carolina Department of Public Safety and law enforcement agencies throughout the state in the annual Memorial Day Buckle Up South Carolina campaign.<!--more-->\n\nThis campaign focuses on the importance of using a seat belt during the operation of a motor vehicle. Increased enforcement of the South Carolina seat belt law will be conducted until June 5.\n\nFor additional information, contact Captain Allen Horton at 843-255-3264 or visit www.buckleupsc.com.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Campaign enforces S.C. seat belt safety  ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'campaign-enforces-s-c-seat-belt-safety', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:01:52', '2011-05-26 13:01:52', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=837', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(839, 4, '2011-05-26 13:02:39', '2011-05-26 13:02:39', '<strong>Black Chamber to host Artist Showcase 2011</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce welcomes local and visiting exhibitors to the Artist Showcase 2011 scheduled for May 27-28 at Sea Island Best Western in downtown Beaufort. The ninth annual event is free and open to the public Friday, May 27, from Noon until 8 p.m. with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 28, from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. For additional information and artist details, follow and connect at bcbcc.org, on Twitter @BeaufortBlack and on Facebook.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Gullah Festival returns for 25th anniversary</strong>\n\nThis year marks the 25th Silver Anniversary of the Gullah Festival. In addition to a number of festivities, organizers will be remembering and honoring the former co-founder/president Rosalie F. Pazant, who passed away last year. This year’s theme is “We Are One Family That Has Come This Far by Faith.” The Festival will go from Friday, May 27, to Sunday, May 29, at the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park in downtown Beaufort. The Gullah Festival of South Carolina celebrates and recognizes the history, customs, cultures, language and accomplishments of the African Americans of the Lowcountry. This year’s Honorary Chairperson will be Bern Nadette Stanis (Thelma Evans from the 70’s TV show “Good Times”). For a complete entertainment lineup and lots more information about the festival, visit www.gullahfestival.org or www.gullahfestival.net.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>St. Helena businesses host Spring Fling</strong>\n\nSt. Helena Island Businesses will host a Spring Fling on Saturday, May 28, to include open house events with artists, authors, book signings, refreshments, food tastings and discounts on shopping. Penn Center’s York W. Bailey Museum will feature Diane Britton Dunham’s Solo Exhibit “Gifts of the Spirit.” The Red Piano Too Art Gallery will host “The Art of Mel Green,” with authors Vertamae Grosvenor, Alvin Green, John Warley and Earl Cooler. The St. Helena Branch of the Beaufort County Library will hand out information on library services and the summer reading program. What’s In Store, Bellavista and Octopuses will offer special discounts on shopping. Also join Bella Luna Restaurant, The Lowcountry Store, and other downtown island businesses for a fun day for all.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>St. Helena businesses host Spring Fling</strong>\n\nMr. Jonas Gadson, DTM, and local author will be signing copies of his brand new book “How To Fly Like An Eagle With Wings Like A Wimp!” at the 25th Annual Gullah Festival this weekend. His booth is in the local author’s section and he will be there on Friday May 27, and Saturday May 28, from 10 a.m. to  6 p.m. at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Jonas Gadson, is a nationally-known motivational speaker, certified trainer, consultant and radio personality. For more information call (843) 379-8145 or email jg@jonasbonus.com.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Don’t miss Street Music on Paris Avenue </strong>\n\nStreet Music on Paris Avenue is a free concert series that is a gift from the Town of Port Royal and produced by ARTworks.\n\n<strong>• On Saturday, May 28, The Homemade Jamz Blues Band</strong> is back by popular demand — Ryan, Kyle, and Taya Perry who, at 18, 16, and 12 years of age, are the Youngest Blues Band in America, the youngest winners of the “Jus Blues Music Award,” and the youngest nominees of the Blues Music Award. Their latest CD “The Game,” is some sweet, hot Delta Blues fo’ sho’.\n\n<strong>• Saturday, June 11, is Candace Woodson and the Domino Theory Band. </strong>After touring the U.S. and Europe with various well-known bands, Tony, Keith and Mark formed The Domino Theory Band in 2007, later finding Candace Woodson, a radio personality in Nashville and performer: now they are known for dynamic performances of both cover and original songs.\n\nAll the concerts are free and at 6:30 p.m. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes. For more information, contact ARTworks at 843-279-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Be sure to renew your business license</strong>\n\nAll businesses in the unincorporated parts of Beaufort County must have a county business license to operate and the deadline for renewals is May 31. Renewal applications can be downloaded at www.bcgov.net. They are also available at the County Administration Building, 100 Ribaut Road, Room 225, Beaufort, or at the Myrtle Park Professional Center, 4819 Bluffton Parkway, Room 315, Bluffton. For more information, call (843) 255-2270.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Annual Memorial Day parade, events planned</strong>\n\nThe annual parade will wind through downtown Beaufort on Monday, May 30, starting at 10 a.m. following the path of down Boundary to Carteret to Bay streets and ending near the Beaufort National Cemetery on Bladen Street. Then at noon, local former Army lieutenant colonel Joseph Walker Jr. will speak at the cemetery. Then the annual W. Brown Marshel Memorial Day Picnic will be held at 1814 Greene Street from 1 to 4 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Bereavement Support group to gather</strong>\n\nUnited Hospice will be hosting a Bereavement Support Group on June 9 from 3-4:30 p.m. at United Hospice, 1605 North Street, Beaufort. All are welcome . For questions or more information, call 843-522-0476.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Local Therapy Dog group to meet</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort Chapter (#229) of Therapy Dog International will hold its next meeting at Bricks, 1422 Boundary St. on Saturday, June 4 at noon. For more information, please call 843-522-2073. Those who are interested in learning more about how to certify their dog as a therapy dog are welcome to attend (without their dogs).\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>YMCA to host first Exercise-A-Thon</strong>\n\nThe Wardle Family YMCA will host its first Exercise-A Thon Saturday, June 4th, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. to assist the 2011 Annual Scholarship Campaign goal for the year. This unprecedented 4 hour event invites everyone to participate in aerobic exercises from stability ball class, spinning, Zumba, kickboxing, power circuit, Pilates, Step Interval and yoga. Non Y members are invited to participate and will receive a complimentary YMCA day pass. Due to limited space in the spinning room, Y members, guests and community participants are asked to reserve their spin bike in advance by either visiting the Y at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal or by calling the Y at 843-522-9622.  All other participants can register and pledge on the morning of the event.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Freedom from smoking classes offered to public</strong>\n\nFreedom From Smoking classes will begin Tuesday, June 7, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the third floor classroom of the Medical Office Building at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. This is the American Lung Association’s program to help people who want to break free of the bondage of cigarette smoking. These are open to the public and the cost is $60. Please call 522-5635 at the LifeFit Wellness Center for more information.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Tour private gardens with Garden A Day</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort Garden Club will celebrate National Garden Week with its 17th Annual Garden a Day event. Gardens will be open from 9:30 a.m. each morning until 12:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served by The Beaufort Garden Club. Here is the schedule of featured home gardens:\n\n• Monday, June 6, Beaufort, 500 Port Republic Street.\n\n• Tuesday, June 7, 137 North Hermitage Road.\n\n• Wednesday, June 8, 76 Dolphin Point Road, Cat Island.\n\n• Thursday, June 9, 1 Hermitage Point.\n\n• Friday, June 10, 608 Hamilton Street.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Sign up for Gamecock Classic golf tourney</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament will be on Saturday, June 11, at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island. This is a 4 person scramble, Captain’s Choice format starting at 9 am. Proceeds benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee and golf cart, gift bag, awards lunch, beverages, and contests and prizes. Please call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 or send to Beaufort County Gamecock Club, 2 Carolina Lane, Beaufort, SC 29907.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Beaufort Writers meet</strong>\n\nBeaufort Writers meets every second and fourth Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Lady’s Island Airport Conference Room. The next meeting will be June 14.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Save the date for up coming Pet Fair</strong>\n\nSave the Date: September 17, at United Hospice of Beaufort, 1605 North Street,\n\nAdoption Fair, dog show, pet boutique, photos with your pet and more. Proceeds to benefit The United Hospice Foundation. For more information, call 843-522-0476.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Play Mah Jongg and Bridge every Monday</strong>\n\nLooking for an interesting way to meet new friends and help a worthy cause at the same time?  Come to Mah Jongg and Bridge every Monday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. in the Walsh Palmetto Room at St. Peter Catholic Church, 70 Lady’s Island Drive. Players are always welcome for hours of relaxation and fellowship. Just bring $3, two cans of food and a spirit of fun.  Instruction is available and refreshments are always served.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'What 2 Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-2-do-4', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:02:39', '2011-05-26 13:02:39', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=839', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(841, 4, '2011-05-26 13:03:44', '2011-05-26 13:03:44', 'By Pamela Brownstein\n\n&nbsp;\n\nI’m not a breakfast snob.\n\nWait.\n\nThe fact I even have to use that disclaimer means that I actually AM a breakfast snob. I’ll admit it. I’m a purveyor of pancakes, an expert on eggs, a champion for cereal, a sucker for sausage links.<!--more-->\n\nEver since I was little, this first meal of the day has always been my favorite. I thought weekends when my dad whipped up omelettes or French toast or Cream of Wheat were heaven. Now that I’m older, I’ve expanded my scope and discovered that the best breakfasts do not have to be confined to the morning: Roasted, diced sweet potatoes with a fried egg on an English muffin is one of my most-loved (and easy and inexpensive) dinners.\n\nSo with home improvement projects making our kitchen off limits, my husband and I ventured out on a lovely late Sunday morning to fill up on some good breakfast fixins. This was a big deal because Daniel rarely eats breakfast, in the morning at least. Usually all he has when he wakes up is a protein shake. Luckily, he likes breakfast food, just later in the day.\n\nAs breakfast snobs, we turn our nose at IHOP. It might be fine for families with children or those looking to save a buck, but we try to avoid places like IHOP and Waffle House and opt for a restaurant with a little more local flavor. (That is unless it is between 1-6 in the morning, in that case, either of those places is totally acceptable.)\n\nThis particular morning I had a restaurant in mind where we had never eaten breakfast. We were filled with possibilities on the ride there. I was craving pancakes, how would there’s stack up? Good coffee is always key to accompany a good breakfast: would we find that here? It was exciting not knowing.\n\nOur visions were quickly dashed though once we realized the restaurant was CLOSED. “On a Sunday morning?” we asked each other. It seemed odd.\n\nIn the parking lot we assembled a new game plan on the fly. I suggested another place that was new to us; even though it was a little out of the way on Lady’s Island, it was worth a try.\n\nThe anticipation was building again, but on the ride to the second stop, I was just hungry. The place was deserted as we drove up: this time, the situation was becoming dire. Seriously, what restaurant that serves breakfast is closed on Sunday morning? We were baffled.\n\nOK, we are persistent people. I mentioned another place along Boundary Street, “I’m sure it’s open,” I declared confidently.\n\nOn the drive over, I told Daniel about my favorite breakfast restaurant where I grew up in New Jersey. The Red Barn. (At one time, it actually was a barn.) The ceilings are low, and the sturdy wooden tables with long wooden benches still give it a rustic feel. Our family always went to The Red Barn on Sundays after church. The place was always packed, and we always saw people we knew. The servers were friendly and sassy, and the food was so freaking good. Say what you want about New Jersey, but with a local diner practically around every corner, the folks there know good breakfast.\n\nSo, back in Beaufort, we thought third time’s a charm. But we were wrong. Again, the restaurant was closed!\n\nWith our hopes sinking and our hunger pains rising, we realized we were close to Magnolia Cafe. As we drove around Bellamy Curve, we saw diners outside, so we knew it was definitely open.\n\nWe sat outside too, and the breeze blew pleasantly across the marsh as we ordered off their delicious menu and breathed a sigh of relief at having finally found the right place. My waffle was perfect, and Daniel’s iced vanilla latte was the best I’ve had in some time.\n\nI still think Beaufort needs to step up its breakfast options.\n\n&nbsp;', 'In search of the best breakfast', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'in-search-of-the-best-breakfast', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:03:44', '2011-05-26 13:03:44', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=841', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(843, 4, '2011-05-26 13:04:39', '2011-05-26 13:04:39', 'by Peggy Chandler\n\n<strong>The Royal Pines Garden Club</strong> met May 11 for its annual luncheon held at the Lady’s Island Country Club. Following the luncheon, members gathered at the Quilt Garden, located near the entrance of Royal Pines Boulevard for the unveiling of a sign that reads, “DEDICATED TO OUR FOUNDING MEMBERS ROYAL PINES GARDEN CLUB EST.1990.<!--more-->” The quilt garden was designed and installed by garden club members Joey Patrucco and Nancy Steeves with much needed help from their spouses in 2010 and has been maintained by Royal Pines Garden Club members. The garden quilt has been refreshed with annuals in soft colors of pinks, purples and yellows. Charter members that attended the dedication are Bunny Spiers and Ellen Richards. The garden club has scheduled a field trip for June 9 to the Day Lily Farm on St. Helena’s Island to be followed by a brown bag luncheon.\n\n<strong>Pat and Joe Davidyock</strong> of Wade Hampton celebrated the birth of twin grandsons this week. Their daughter Jill and her husband, Steve, of Pennsylvania are the proud parents.  The boys are identical twins born on May 17th.  They will not only share their birthday with each other but with their big sister Nina who turned 4 on May 17 as well.  The boys’ names are Colin and Patrick; they are doing well under the watchful eye of Grandma Pat.\n\n<strong>Save the date:</strong> Friends of Caroline Hospice is planning a “Christmas in July” for Saturday July 30 at Coosaw.  There will be entertainment for the entire family to enjoy.  A schedule of events and other details will follow.\n\nWith Father’s Day approaching- what better gift to give than a round of golf at <strong>Lady’s Island Country Club</strong>. To purchase a gift certificate, call 524-3635. Give them a try: “The course is in magnificent condition”.\n\nIt’s going to be a girl for Jessica and Michael Haught, daughter and son of <strong>Maritza and Fred Schmidt</strong> and <strong>Marcy and Bill Haught</strong> (both Royal Pines families).  There will be lots of travel to and from Chicago in September!\n\nIf you have news to share with your community, please contact me at buddysoma@embarqmail.com.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Little Bits of Royal Chatter', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'little-bits-of-royal-chatter-2', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:04:39', '2011-05-26 13:04:39', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=843', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(845, 4, '2011-05-26 13:05:36', '2011-05-26 13:05:36', 'By Cherimie Crane\n\n&nbsp;\n<div></div>\n&nbsp;\n\nAfter months of dragging my Flintstone-flat feet and eloquently expressing every single excuse — some real, some not so real — I went wedding dress shopping.\n\nFor some girls this day is something planned, organized, and anticipated in ways only girls who dream of weddings can understand. I am not that girl. I spend my days drudging through construction sites, debating square footage  ad nauseam, all the while my biggest concern usually involves sub contractors and summer storms. My dreams are more in line with a career as a new star in Swamp People rather than being the center of attention, in the center of a church, wrapped tightly in the center of a dress best described as nothing short of material mayhem.\n\nMy reasons for not attempting this majestic feat were more of a personal nature. I just didn’t want to do it. I used work, weather, and world events as completely rational justifications for avoiding anything that resembled a bridal shop. My fears were quite real, matter of fact so real they crept gently into my slumber on numerous occasions sending me into a screaming fit. I am not afraid of snakes, but for the love of all things sacred,  please don’t send me into a bridal shop. Put me to work, make me clean windows, anything but measure me and shove me into something that is better served as a winter duvet. Call after call, voicemail after gently aggressive voicemail, my ever-so-patient girlfriends urged me politely to fit a fitting into my schedule. After months of mysteriously short term illnesses, several creatively appointed appointments, and avoiding anyone who will be attending my wedding, I surrendered.\n\nAnxiety is a peculiar ailment, coming on with no particular warning and body slamming the unsuspecting bride-to-be with gale force. Most brides carefully curb their diets, faithfully hydrate and steer clear of vices that react poorly to those functions most necessary to beauty. I ate three packs of Reeces Peanut Butter Cups, downed a Diet Coke, a Mountain Dew, two packs of some cracker cheese substitute, and a slightly outdated sleeve of cashews. This is not a diet of champions, nor is it a good idea to inhale such sultry salty treats precisely 34 minutes before being shoe-horned into satin. Good ideas seem only to come to me in written form, actions are more of a challenge. I digress.\n\nIt was nothing short of mortifying. Dress after beaded, pearled, ruffle laden dress, I waddled towards the three sided mirror that I couldn’t help but notice reminded me of the fun house at our state fair back home. It wasn’t quite as fun. No matter how hard that poor bridal consultant slash social worker slash esteem builder slash slayer of dreams, tried, each dress had some feature that emphasized my obvious inexperience in pageantry. Not too mention, they were so darn uncomfortable. It became quite clear to me why weddings are meant as a one time event. Why would anyone want to wear this stuff twice?\n\nFeeling about as salt-infused, caffeine dried, and carb-loaded as a gal can feel, I tried on one more duvet. I am fairly certain the clouds parted, the trumpets sounded, and the angels said yipppeee, because that is what Southern angels say. Thank you Lord above and ground below, it didn’t require the assistance of a small army, it didn’t ravage me of my dignity, nor did it resemble a four-tiered cake. Without rhinestones, without net, without odd beads that resemble fishing lures, it was no longer without a bride. I looked in the state fair-style mirror and, for the first time, I was all right with me. It wasn’t an overly dramatic moment, I didn’t feel any need to burst in to song or dance, but I did feel the need to purchase it immediately to avoid anymore mishaps with mesh.\n\nNot every woman dreams of dresses, wishes for white knights, or plans the picture perfect pairing of ceremony meets sanctuary. Every woman does dream of comfort, acceptance, and contentment. All of which may very well be bologna, so we shoe horn ourselves into satin with the hopes that we can at least manage two out of three.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'The woes (and rewards) of wedding dress shopping', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-woes-and-rewards-of-wedding-dress-shopping', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:05:36', '2011-05-26 13:05:36', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=845', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(850, 4, '2011-05-26 13:11:29', '2011-05-26 13:11:29', '&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nThe Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Officers’ Spouses’ Club will host its Inaugural “Run for the Tea” 3K/5K Family Fun Run at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, at the air station. The run will start and finish in the Afterburners parking lot.<!--more-->\n\nRunners of all ages and abilities are welcome.  A post-run celebration will include breakfast, a bounce house for children, volleyball, basketball and other family fun activities.\n\nThe suggested registration donation for this fundraising event is $20 for adults and $10 for children under 12 who run the race. The fee includes a commemorative T-shirt.  Proceeds will benefit the OSC’s Annual Senior Citizen’s Tea, a 42-year tradition honoring the seniors and veterans of our greater Beaufort community.\n\nFor more information or to request a pre-registration form, please contact Misty at 401-633-4228 (oscrunforthetea@gmail.com). Registration forms are also available at the MCAS Beaufort Officers’ Club, Afterburners, and SemperFit offices.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Air station to host “Run for the Tea” 3K/5K', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'air-station-to-host-%e2%80%9crun-for-the-tea%e2%80%9d-3k5k', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:11:29', '2011-05-26 13:11:29', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=850', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(852, 4, '2011-05-26 13:12:24', '2011-05-26 13:12:24', 'Now is the time to sign up for the 3rd Beaufort Water Festival Championship Sports Series sponsored by Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Register your team early as space is limited! Teams will be required to participate in at least six events. Leader board positions will be posted nightly during the festival for competition tracking.<!--more-->\n\nThe entry fee of $250 for the Championship Sports Series offers great team exposure to include at least: weekly ads in The Island News and in other print media, 12 radio ads, team name on one sleeve of sporting events with T-shirts, 20 exclusive Championship Sport Series hats with your team name on the side, as well as the team name listed on the championship board in the park!\n\nVisit us on the web at www.bftwaterfestival.com or email Jack Little at jack.little@wellsfargo.com for more information.\n\nThe Coed Softball Tournament champions were Lather Motor Sports with Used 2 Bezz in second.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Water Festival Championship Sports Series', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'water-festival-championship-sports-series', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:12:24', '2011-05-26 13:12:24', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=852', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(854, 4, '2011-05-26 13:14:15', '2011-05-26 13:14:15', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Yoga-at-Pinckney-Retreat-2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-855\" title=\"Lifestyle-Yoga at Pinckney Retreat 2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Yoga-at-Pinckney-Retreat-2-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" /></a>On Thursday, May 19, Shelley Lowther and Marty Crocker of Dancing Dogs Yoga offered a free morning yoga class, followed by breakfast on the Bluff at Pinckney Retreat. The event was sponsored by First Citizens Bank, the Marek-Polk Group, Higher Ground and Dancing Dogs Yoga.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Morning Yoga on the Bluff', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'morning-yoga-on-the-bluff', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:14:15', '2011-05-26 13:14:15', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=854', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(857, 4, '2011-05-26 13:33:39', '2011-05-26 13:33:39', '<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>By Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_858\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"AMIkids Board of Trustees\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/AMIkids-Board-of-Trustees.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-858\" title=\"AMIkids Board of Trustees\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/AMIkids-Board-of-Trustees-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nLast weekend, Brays Island hosted the 20th Annual Croquet Tournament to benefit AMIkids (formerly Beaufort Marine Institute). This year’s event broke a fundraising record for the annual sporting classic. The tournament successfully raised $88,000 for AMIkids, an organization that provides a second chance for young men who would otherwise be sent to jail for their non-violent offenses.<!--more-->\n\nAMIkids Beaufort was started in 1985 by seven locals who saw the need for a facility to redirect kids who have been referred by the juvenile justice system or have failed in traditional school settings. Since then, AMIkids has shown hundreds of young South Carolina men ages 14-17 a way to change their lives.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_859\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Grand Marshall Shannon Erickson and AMIkids Board Chairman, Mike Ingram\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Grand-Marshall-Shannon-Erickson-and-AMIkids-Board-Chairman-Mike-Ingram.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-859\" title=\"Grand Marshall Shannon Erickson and AMIkids Board Chairman, Mike Ingram\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Grand-Marshall-Shannon-Erickson-and-AMIkids-Board-Chairman-Mike-Ingram-300x224.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nMike Ingram, Board Chairman of AMIkids commented, ““When you combine the labor of the hard working staff we have at the institute, a dedicated board of trustees, the many volunteers and the hundreds of financial patrons, you get results that matter. At the end of the day, these collective efforts are changing young men’s lives and making them educated and productive citizens in tomorrow’s society, and that’s a good thing!”\n\nRepresentative Shannon Erickson (R-Beaufort), a vocal and strong supporter for AMIkids in Columbia, was the Grand Marshall of the tournament.\n\nThis year, organizers raffled off a 1949 MG TC in mint condition with tan leather, wire wheels and right steering. Fifty-four tickets were sold at $500 per ticket. The lucky winner of the car was Brantley Harvey.\n\nOther prizes auctioned off included a slip up to 40 feet for the Water Festival at Port Royal Landing Marina and a room for the second Saturday (July 23rd) of Water Festival at City Loft Hotel; a round of golf for four at Harbor Town Golf Links on Hilton Head Island; and a 14kt. Brays Island Brooch made exclusively by Modern Jewelers.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_860\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Brantley Harvey\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Brantley-Harvey.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-860\" title=\"Brantley Harvey\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Brantley-Harvey-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nA cocktail party was held at the home of Brantley Harvey on Friday evening in the historic Old Point. Tournament participants enjoyed delicious tapas prepared and served by Beaufort Catering before their big day of Croquet at Brays Island the following day.\n\nHere are some photos of the cocktail party and the croquet tournament.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9338.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-861\" title=\"DSCN9338\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9338-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9341.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-862\" title=\"DSCN9341\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9341-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9343.jpg\"><img 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src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9347-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9348-2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-867\" title=\"DSCN9348 2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9348-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9348.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-868\" title=\"DSCN9348\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9348-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9349.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-869\" title=\"DSCN9349\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9349-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" 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class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-873\" title=\"DSCN9354\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9354-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9355.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-874\" title=\"DSCN9355\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9355-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9371.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-875\" title=\"DSCN9371\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9371-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9372.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-876\" title=\"DSCN9372\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9372-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/1949-MG.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-877\" title=\"1949 MG\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/1949-MG-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/2011-Croquet-Tournament-12.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-878\" title=\"SONY DSC\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/2011-Croquet-Tournament-12-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Croquet.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-879\" title=\"Croquet\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Croquet-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\n</strong>', 'AMIkids Croquet Tournament', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'amikids-croquet-tournament', '', '', '2011-05-26 13:33:39', '2011-05-26 13:33:39', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=857', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(881, 4, '2011-05-26 16:13:00', '2011-05-26 16:13:00', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Elizabeth-McMillan-Mary-Anne-Harrison-and-Heather-Winch-with-Magoo.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-882\" title=\"Elizabeth McMillan, Mary Anne Harrison and Heather Winch with Magoo\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Elizabeth-McMillan-Mary-Anne-Harrison-and-Heather-Winch-with-Magoo-300x245.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"245\" /></a>Last Wednesday, <strong>Pat Dudley and Heather Winch </strong>hosted a party at Heather’s home on Federal Street in the Old Point. The annual party called, Pickled on the Porch, is a rite of spring in the South.  Dudley and Winch prepared pickled dishes served elegantly on the lawn while guests sipped wine on the porch and commented on the perfect May weather in Beaufort. Here are a few photos from the party.\n\n<!--more-->\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Katrina-Billig-and-Mary-Trask.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-883\" title=\"Katrina Billig and Mary Trask\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Katrina-Billig-and-Mary-Trask-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lantz-Price-Pat-Dudley-Edward-Dukes-and-Terry-Sweeney.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-885\" title=\"Lantz Price, Pat Dudley, Edward Dukes and Terry Sweeney\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lantz-Price-Pat-Dudley-Edward-Dukes-and-Terry-Sweeney-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Sarah-Chafin-and-Vivi-Nellen.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-886\" title=\"Sarah Chafin and Vivi Nellen\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Sarah-Chafin-and-Vivi-Nellen-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9250.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-887\" title=\"DSCN9250\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/DSCN9250-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>', 'Pickled on the Porch', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pickled-on-the-porch', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:13:00', '2011-05-26 16:13:00', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=881', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(889, 4, '2011-05-26 16:15:05', '2011-05-26 16:15:05', '[caption id=\"attachment_890\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"From left: Kylie Hayman, Jaellene Carson, Michael Houston, Maria Cooler, Sara Rauenhorst and teacher Ashley Byrd\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Schools-Spanish-Exam.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-890\" title=\"Schools-Spanish Exam\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Schools-Spanish-Exam-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nStudents from Ashley Byrd’s Spanish II classes at Beaufort High School attained national recognition for excellent performance on the 2011 National Spanish Examinations.\n\nA total of five silver and four bronze medals along with 11 honorable mentions were earned this year.<!--more-->\n\n“Attaining a medal or honorable mention for any student on the National Spanish Examinations is very prestigious,” said Kevin Cessna-Buscemi, National Director of the Exams, “because the exams are the largest of their kind in the United States, with 140,373 students participating in 2011.”\n\nThe National Spanish Examinations are administered each year in grades six through 12, and are sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP), of which Byrd is a member.\n\n<strong>• Honorable Mention (Mención Honorífica)</strong> — Students scoring at or above the 50th percentile (national average) through the 74th percentile are awarded a Mención Honorífica:\n\nMaddie Aune\n\nCharlotte Cannon\n\nJessica Correll\n\nShannon Courtney\n\nCourtney Coxwell\n\nKylie Hayman\n\nMitchell Nestler\n\nJessa Norton\n\nSara Rauenhorst\n\nAbigale Shelby\n\nGabby Maynard\n\n<strong>• Bronze Award (Premio de Bronce) </strong>— Students scoring from the 75th through the 84th percentiles receive a Premio de Bronce:\n\nJaellene Carson\n\nTaylor Jones\n\nJames Rider\n\nArionna Russell\n\n<strong>• Silver Award (Premio de Plata)</strong> — Students scoring from the 85th through the 94th percentiles receive a Premio de Plata:\n\nMaria Cooler\n\nMichael Houston\n\nReilly Kilpatrick\n\nJanelys Villalta\n\nEliza Rhodes (This student scored in the 94th percentile in the nation.)\n\n&nbsp;', 'BHS Students are Recognized for Spanish Exams', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bhs-students-are-recognized-for-spanish-exams', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=889', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(892, 4, '2011-05-26 16:16:00', '2011-05-26 16:16:00', 'The Beaufort County School District has increased the diversity of its academic offerings in recent years, providing traditional schools, magnet programs, schools of choice and, now, the county’s first charter school. But this array of choices is set against a backdrop of a lean economy and the tight budgets that come with it.<!--more-->\n\nThe Leadership Beaufort Alumni Association will sponsor a panel discussion of these matters, “County School Choices and Funding: Why Parents Want Choices and How They Are Funded.”\n\n<strong>Who:</strong> District superintendent Valerie Truesdale, Riverview Charter School parent Stacy Canaday; AMES magnet school parent Anne Hansen, principals and other public officials will attend and participate in the discussion.\n\n<strong>What:</strong> In addition to the discussion, a question-and-answer period is planned.\n\n<strong>Where:</strong> Holiday Inn Beaufort, 2225 Boundary Street, Beaufort.\n\n<strong>When:</strong> Tuesday, May 31. The evening begins at 5:30 p.m. with a cash bar and light hors d’oeuvres. The one-hour program begins at 6 p.m.\n\n<strong>Details:</strong> The public is invited to this free presentation. Contact Jack Little at Jack.Little@wellsfargo.com.\n\n&nbsp;', 'School Choices and Funding Discussion Planned', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'school-choices-and-funding-discussion-planned', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=892', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(894, 4, '2011-05-26 16:16:46', '2011-05-26 16:16:46', '&nbsp;\n\nLady’s Island Middle School will be sponsoring their first annual (PTO) Spring Carnival. The carnival will take place on Friday May 27. The carnival hours will be from 3-6 p.m. Admission is free. Tickets can be purchased for only $.25 cents each. Come on out and have some fun while supporting the school!\n\n&nbsp;', 'Spring Carnival at Lady’s Island Middle School', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'spring-carnival-at-ladys-island-middle-school', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=894', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(896, 4, '2011-05-26 16:18:42', '2011-05-26 16:18:42', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Schools-BA-Marine-Science-Oil.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-897\" title=\"Schools-BA Marine Science Oil\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Schools-BA-Marine-Science-Oil-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>Beaufort Academy students recently participated in a Marine Science hands on activity, “Real Life Experiences.”\n\nThis lesson focused on how engineers use various techniques to provide speedy solutions to oil spill or other threats to natural water resources.  Each lab group was given the challenge of first containing, and then cleaning up an oil spill.  Each group had to gather materials and come up with a strategy to remove as much oil as possible.  Students observed all of the different approaches and evaluated the results.\n\n&nbsp;', 'BA Student study solutions to oil spills', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'ba-student-study-solutions-to-oil-spills', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=896', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(899, 4, '2011-05-26 16:25:13', '2011-05-26 16:25:13', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/IMG_00281.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-901\" title=\"IMG_0028\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/IMG_00281-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>E.C. Montessori and Grade School presented the Class of 2011 Tuesday evening with a Kindergarten Bridging Ceremony and an End of Year program at the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Performing Arts Center.  The school’s 2011 graduates are (from left) Trinity Biehayn, Kinzly Cohen, Julia Pollitzer, Ryder Hodge, Sam Wood, Aaron Lamb, Oliver McElveen, Julian Cerda, Arthur Singleton, Brianna Hammill and Emi Yeager.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Congratulations Graduates', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'congratulations-to-e-c-montessoris-graduates', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=899', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(903, 4, '2011-05-26 16:28:26', '2011-05-26 16:28:26', '&nbsp;\n\nBy Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Wines-and-Beers-available.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-904\" title=\"Wines and Beers available\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Wines-and-Beers-available-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>The Lunch Bunch traveled to the Bistro at the Tooting Egret for Happy Hour last week. Located at 706 Craven Street next to the Beaufort Branch of the Beaufort County Library, the Bistro at the Tooting Egret resides in the Old Firehouse. Beautifully decorated by interior designer and owner Anne Parker Balance, the Bistro at the Tooting Egret serves breakfast and lunch Tuesday-Saturday and Sunday brunch from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. And now, they are offering a casual happy hour Tuesday-Saturday from 4-7 p.m.<!--more-->\n\nThe Happy Hour was just perfect.  Barry and his girlfriend, Aaryne Elias joined Pamela, Elizabeth, Kim, Terry, Lanier and me on the patio for a couple of glasses of wine and a delicious assortment of rare cheeses and meats.  The weather was enjoyable and the mood was relaxed. We listened to Thelonious Monk and John Coltrane, sipped on beverages and had quite a time chatting about our week.\n\nWhat a great spot for a peaceful glass of wine after a day of shopping downtown or just before a dinner date with that special someone.  The Bistro offers white and red wines by the glass or bottle, Prosecco and a variety of beers. On Wednesdays, referred to as ‘Wine Wednesdays,’ patrons can purchase bottles of wine for half off the regular price and remain open until 8 p.m. Now that’s a deal!\n\nEveryone but Barry preferred white wine. He asked for beer. We all tasted a few from the Bistro’s wide selection. My personal favorite was the Riff Pinot Grigio.\n\nThe wines were paired impeccably with the meats and cheeses Matthew Pieper, our server, brought to the table.  Prosciutto and Summer Sausage accompanied a cheese tray that included a Shepherd’s Blend, Dante, Gran Queso, Cocoa Cadonna and Hooks Blue cheeses as well as walnuts and pickles.\n\nWe tasted and sipped, smiled and chatted, tasted and sipped and finally agreed that the Cocoa Cadonna was the favorite cheese of the table.\n\nThis American original has a big flavor that is mellow, surprisingly for goat and subtle yet pleasantly tangy, sweet and savory. The cocoa powder-rubbed rind accents the Cadonna, which is the reason why the cheese, created by Wisconsin cheese-master Sid Cook, took first place at the American Cheese Society Competition in Burlington, Vermont.\n\nThe ambiance of the Bistro at the Tooting Egret is desirable for tourists and locals. Jazz on the patio with an intense or medium-bodied glass of wine, comfortable spring weather, good company and delicious cheeses are ingredients for an ideal afternoon in Beaufort. So take my advice, please go to The Bistro at the Tooting Egret and take pleasure in their reasonably-priced and welcoming happy hour.\n\nThanks to Chapman Parker, the General Manager of the Tooting Egret for inviting the Lunch Bunch. You can be assured we will be back.\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Lunch Bunch After Five enjoys The Bistro at The Tooting Egret', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-lunch-bunch-after-five-enjoys-the-bistro-at-the-tooting-egret', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:28:26', '2011-05-26 16:28:26', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=903', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(906, 4, '2011-05-26 16:30:44', '2011-05-26 16:30:44', '&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-event-under-the-tent.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-907\" title=\"Lifestyle-event under the tent\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-event-under-the-tent.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"100\" height=\"200\" /></a>The Beaufort Sweetgrass Music Festival, a benefit concert for the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA), will showcase local bands playing 60s and 70s music on Saturday, June 4, from 1-10 p.m. at Beaufort Town Center Lakeview (under the big white tent). Tickets are $15 in advance or $18 at the gate.\n\nThe all-day concert features music by The Groovetones, Joshua Foxx, The Mr. Bill Band, Snazzy Red, Brandon Hage Band and more.<!--more-->\n\nNationally recognized sweet-grass basket weaver Vera Manigault will give a sewing demonstration of her treasured baskets during the day. She will also have baskets for sale.\n\n“All of these bands are coming together to help the children of Beaufort County. Many members of these bands and their relatives have played in bands in Beaufort since the early 1960s and are considered local musical legends I look forward to spending the day on our tidal marshes listening to some great music and helping the children. You will have the best time that you’ve had in Beaufort in many years,” said Susan Wester, volunteer event coordinator.\n\nCome out for a day of fun  — 60s and 70s music, full barbecue plates and a cash bar. All proceeds benefit CAPA. Purchase your tickets in advance at CAPA’s Outreach Center (714 14th St., Port Royal), Murr Printing, Collectors Antique Mall, Hilton Garden Inn, Sandbar and Grill, Big Joe’s BBQ, The Quality Inn or Bangs Salon. Call CAPA at 843-524-4350 for more information about the festival.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Sweetgrass music festival to benefit CAPA', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sweetgrass-music-festival-to-benefit-capa', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:30:44', '2011-05-26 16:30:44', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=906', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(909, 4, '2011-05-26 16:32:38', '2011-05-26 16:32:38', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Victoria-Gwin-Baughman.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-910\" title=\"Lifestyle-Victoria Gwin-Baughman\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Victoria-Gwin-Baughman-216x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"216\" height=\"300\" /></a>Victoria Gwin-Baughman, a second grader at St. Peter’s Catholic School on Lady’s Island, made her first Holy Communion on Sunday, May 8. She received gifts and cards from family and friends. She also received one very special card, which came as a surprise to Victoria and her family. President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama sent Victoria a card congratulating her on this milestone and wishing her well on her spiritual journey.\n\n&nbsp;', 'President Obama congratulates Second Grader’s First Holy Communion', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'president-obama-congratulates-second-grader%e2%80%99s-first-holy-communion', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:32:38', '2011-05-26 16:32:38', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=909', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(912, 4, '2011-05-26 16:33:51', '2011-05-26 16:33:51', '<strong> </strong>\n\nInstead of spending the summer at home and indoors, the YMCA of Beaufort County Summer Camp is encouraging parents to give their kids a chance to explore nature at the Y’s day camps. YMCA campers gain new experiences, develop essential social skills and create lifelong friendships, while enjoying camp adventures along the way.<!--more-->\n\n“The Y has been nationally recognized for the quality summer camp programs that Y’s have offered all over the country throughout the years and this year the Y celebrates the 126th year in camping,” says, Kaylin Caron, childcare director for the YMCA of Beaufort County. “When at day camp, kids are given new responsibilities and they learn independence. As a result, they become more confident, open to trying new things and grow as individuals and as part of a group. Our camp program has offered new specialty and sports camps and as a result I have had several adults from 20 years old to 89 years old ask if they can come to camp!”\n\nAs a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility, the Y works to help children and teens discover their full potential by providing opportunities to learn, grow and thrive amidst caring, supportive adults.\n\nYMCA of Beaufort County provides exciting and educational camp programming for children and teens, and their parents, including: Fishing and kayaking, equestrian, journalism, rock wall climbing, golf, dance, basketball, indoor soccer and more. New this year is our CIT Camp for teens 13-15 years old where they become counselors in training.\n\nTo ensure that every child and teen has the chance to go to camp, the Y offers financial assistance to those in need.\n\nFor more information about the 2011 YMCA Summer Camp, visit www.ymcabeaufortcounty.com or contact 843-522-YMCA.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Summer Camp at YMCA', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'summer-camp-at-ymca', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:33:51', '2011-05-26 16:33:51', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=912', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(914, 4, '2011-05-26 16:35:38', '2011-05-26 16:35:38', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Girls-at-Prom.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-915\" title=\"Lifestyle-Girls at Prom\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Girls-at-Prom-300x257.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"257\" /></a>Ashley Dantzler and Juanita Mayse get ready to hit the town before the Beaufort High Prom on Saturday. If you have photos from prom, please send them to theislandnews@gmail.com, Attn. Wendy Pollitzer.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Pretty for Prom', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pretty-for-prom', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:35:38', '2011-05-26 16:35:38', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=914', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(917, 4, '2011-05-26 16:37:49', '2011-05-26 16:37:49', '<em>\n</em>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Painting-underbell-wide-shot.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-918\" title=\"Lifestyle-Painting underbell, wide shot\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Painting-underbell-wide-shot-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>Paul Binyard of Mitchell Brothers in Beaufort on Thursday, May 19, sprays some of the six gallons of primer it will take to cover the FJ-3 Fury on static display at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. Each of the jets on display gets a coat of primer and two coats of industrial marine latex paint before being detailed with the appropriate markings and squadron tail art by Marines with the Corrosion Control Facility at the air station. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Painting Jet Planes', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'painting-jet-planes', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:37:49', '2011-05-26 16:37:49', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=917', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(920, 4, '2011-05-26 16:40:16', '2011-05-26 16:40:16', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-This-Old-House.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-921\" title=\"Lifestyle-This Old House\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-This-Old-House-300x194.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"194\" /></a>Brian and Shelia Robbins’ outdoor living space at 207 Laurens Street in Beaufort is featured on the cover of the June issue of <em>This Old House</em> magazine. The project was designed the local architecture firm of Frederick + Frederick Architects. The project includes a great outdoor living space under a magnificent 75 inch diameter live oak. <!--more-->The Fredericks designed an outdoor kitchen, teak dining table, fireplace and oyster roast pit. The firm designed a new gate and walk for the front of the house which faces Beaufort’s Historic Green on The Point.\n\nIn 1989, Jane and Michael Frederick, established Frederick + Frederick Architects in Beaufort. They create comfortable houses that fit the Southern landscape, climate, culture and client.\n\nFor more information, contact Jane Frederick at 843 522 8422.\n\n&nbsp;', 'BEAUFORT HOME FEATURED ON COVER OF ‘THIS OLD HOUSE’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-home-featured-on-cover-of-%e2%80%98this-old-house%e2%80%99', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:40:16', '2011-05-26 16:40:16', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=920', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(923, 4, '2011-05-26 16:43:31', '2011-05-26 16:43:31', '[caption id=\"attachment_924\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"208\" caption=\"Charles Stockell\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-EVT-charles.stockell.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-924\" title=\"Lifestyle-EVT-charles.stockell\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-EVT-charles.stockell-208x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"208\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nWith about 184,000 South Carolinians serving in World War II, and thousands more who moved here after the war, ETV and The State newspaper partnered together to tell the stories of these veterans in their own words. The result is a new Emmy-nominated documentary series – “South Carolinians in World War II.”\n\n<!--more-->\n\nEpisode II, “A New Front,” airs at 9 p.m. on May 26, on ETV, with re-broadcast on Memorial Day, May 30, on The South Carolina Channel at 9 p.m. and ETV at 10 p.m.\n\nThe documentary follows 20 South Carolina veterans from the bitter fighting in Italy to the epic invasion of France on D-Day. It also includes the story of doctors and nurses in World War II, and women working at the Charleston Navy Yard.\n\nTwo of the veterans featured in this second episode are from Beaufort County:\n\n<strong>• Charles Stockell from Beaufort: </strong>An artillery spotter for the 28th Field Artillery Battalion during the war. He landed on Omaha Beach and would go on to fight in the Battle of the Bulge.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_925\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"212\" caption=\"Dominick Rufrano\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyl-ETV-dominick.rufrano.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-925\" title=\"Lifestyl-ETV-dominick.rufrano\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyl-ETV-dominick.rufrano-212x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"212\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n• Dominick Rufrano of Sun City Hilton Head Island: Rufrano entered the Army at 17 years old in 1942 and served in the 45th Division and 179th Infantry. Originally from New York, he was raised in an orphanage. During the war, he fought in Italy on Anzio Beach and at Monte Cassino.\n\nThe “South Carolinians in World War II” series is part of a larger effort by ETV and The State newspaper to collect the stories of South Carolina veterans. The first episode, “A Time to Fight” debuted on Veterans Day 2010 and recently garnered a Southeast Regional Emmy nomination. The third installment will air later in 2011.\n\n“South Carolinians in World War II” was funded in part by Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Documentary shows Veterans  ETV presents ‘South Carolinians in World War II’', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'documentary-shows-veterans-etv-presents-%e2%80%98south-carolinians-in-world-war-ii%e2%80%99', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:43:31', '2011-05-26 16:43:31', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=923', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(928, 4, '2011-05-26 16:47:36', '2011-05-26 16:47:36', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Cruise-In.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-930\" title=\"Lifestyle-Cruise In\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Cruise-In-300x224.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" /></a>The Classic Car &amp; Truck Club of Beaufort held its monthly Cruise-In at Grayco parking lot, Sea Island Parkway Lady’s Island on Friday evening May 6. The winners are, from left to right: Dr. Ralph Salzer, 1946 Hudson Super Six, Best of Cruise-In; Jason Mueller, 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback, First Runner-Up; Woody Rutter, 1949 Plymouth Woody Wagon, Second Runner-Up; and Ken Szarek, 1958 Oldsmobile 88 Hardtop, Third Runner-Up.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Classic Car Cruise-In Winners', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'classic-car-cruise-in-winners', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:47:36', '2011-05-26 16:47:36', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=928', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(932, 4, '2011-05-26 16:50:15', '2011-05-26 16:50:15', '[caption id=\"attachment_933\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"2011 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gen. Pres. Mason\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-2011-Alpha-Phi-Alpha-Fraternity-Inc.-Gen.-Pres.-Mason.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-933\" title=\"Lifestyle-2011 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Gen. Pres. Mason\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-2011-Alpha-Phi-Alpha-Fraternity-Inc.-Gen.-Pres.-Mason-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nThe Members of the Xi Gamma Lambda Chapter (Beaufort) of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will celebrate their 29th Charter Day.  The event will be held on Sunday, June 12,, 4 p.m at the Faith Memorial Baptist Church, 28 Lands End Road, St. Helena Island. It is free and open to the public.<!--more-->\n\nThe speaker will be the 33rd  National President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Herman “Skip” Mason, Jr.  Mason is an author, educator, historian, and community servant is a native of Atlanta, Georgia. He received his Bachelors of Arts degree from Morris Brown College. He received a Masters Degree in library and information science with a concentration in African-American History from Clark Atlanta University. He has also studied at the Phillips School of Theology. Currently, he serves as the Interim Vice President of Student Services/Dean of Students and College Archivist at Morehouse College in Atlanta and holds the endowed directorship as the Edward and Hermese Director of Morehouse College’s Learning Resource Center.\n\nMason has authored several books and produced various videos including: “Going Against the Wind: A History of African Americans in Atlanta;” “Black Atlanta in the Roaring Twenties;” “African-American Life in Jacksonville, Florida;” The History of Black Entertainment in Atlanta; and History of African-American in DeKalb County, African-American Life in East Point and Washington, Georgia and the Talented Tenth: The Founders and Presidents of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity.  He has also served as a consultant and curator on numerous projects and exhibits documenting the African-American experience.  He served as a consultant and researcher for the documentary “Alpha Phi Alpha: A Century of Leadership.” Mason has been the recipient of numerous awards and honors including the Iota Chapter Brother of the Year, Georgia Alumni Brother of the Year, Southern Region Brother of the Year and National Alumni Brother of the Year, 2006 Georgia Governor’s Award in the Humanities and the Outstanding Georgia Citizen from the Secretary of State Office. Currently the 33rd  National President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., Mason is also a  member of Sigma Pi Phi (Kappa Boule’), and Prince Hall Masons, St. James Lodge No. 4 and the Atlanta Consistory No. 24.  He is a member of Leadership Atlanta, the Society of American Archivists, the Association for the Study of Afro American Life and History and serves on the board of the Atlanta Branch of the NAACP.\n\nAlso appearing as special musical guests will be the reigning Southern Region and District of South Carolina Miss Black and Gold Miss Jaleesa Graham of Winthrop University, and the St. Paul Baptist Church Adult Choir of Beaufort.\n\nFounded in 1906, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. is the first intercollegiate Greek-Letter Fraternal Organization originally established for African-Americans. The organization has a rich history of commitment to the community through its National Programs, Special Projects and Outreach Activities.\n\nIn June 1982, a charter establishing Xi Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. was presented to 14 Alpha Men in Beaufort. After 29 years, the Xi Gamma Lambda Chapter continues to move forward in the true sense of brotherhood, community service and advocacy in Beaufort County and surrounding areas.\n\nFor more information contact Donnie “DC Mahaga” Campbell, Committee Chair at 843-263-6393 or Scott A. Gibbs at 843-812-6111.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort’s Alpha Phi Alpha Chapter to Honor Charter Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort%e2%80%99s-alpha-phi-alpha-chapter-to-honor-charter-day', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:50:15', '2011-05-26 16:50:15', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=932', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(935, 4, '2011-05-26 16:51:35', '2011-05-26 16:51:35', 'By Terry Sweeney\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe other day while preparing hors d’oeuvres for some charming fellow Happy Winos who were running a little late for happy hour (hey in my book, five minutes after five o’clock is late!), I received a call from my guests, a couple who live in Port Royal, informing me that because of loud thunder and lightening, threatening a storm; they couldn’t leave their petrified golden retriever by herself.<!--more-->\n\nAs a matter of fact, they confessed, they had already opened the very bottle of wine they were going to bring and had absentmindedly drunk it all while watching the lightening. Alas, they were now too buzzed to get in their car and come over.\n\nI glanced down at the beautiful silver platter I had just prepared: fresh sliced figs from the farmers market, two gorgeous hunks of cheese — a luscious orange double gloucester, and a beautiful Danish blue — surrounded by giant fresh blackberries and a mound of crisp white English water crackers. “Oh no!” I insisted. “If you can’t come to the party, then the party shall come to you.”\n\n“But we don’t have anything to give people for dinner,” they moaned.\n\n“Darlings,” I replied, “Wine, cheese, fruit, and crackers are dinner!”\n\nI hurriedly called all my other guests about this sudden change of plans; we formed a caravan, and off to Port Royal we all gallivanted. The party was a huge smash, or maybe we all got hugely smashed; I’m not sure which. But at some point, furniture was moved and wild dancing ensued until the wee hours. All this on a school night! The next day we all retrieved our cars (we had wisely taken taxis home) and everyone agreed that our new favorite kind of dinner party is one with no dinner at all. Who knew?!\n\nThe best part of the “no-dinner dinner party” was that our hosts did not have to disappear into the kitchen as though they were staff for long stretches of time; missing all kinds of laughter, interesting stories, and fun. (Not to mention the resentful cleanup afterwards they’d have had to endure when everyone was gone.) No more muttering “Never again” and “How much did that cost us?!” Especially during these challenging economic times.\n\nHere are some other ways to make your next “no-dinner dinner party” more fun for yourself:\n\n1) Always have at least one drink before your guests arrive. The best thing about the “no-dinner dinner party” is you can start without ‘em.\n\n2) When guests arrive, refer to your small bowl of peanuts or potato chips as “tapas” and loudly exclaim after popping one, “Boy these are filling!”\n\n3) Have background music that you’ve especially chosen for the “no-dinner party” — and that includes danceable music. You will be surprised how many people love to dance after a bunch of drinks at the “no-dinner dinner party.” (After all, they’re so grateful not to be stuck sitting at a table for hours, slowly getting sober and fatter.)\n\n4) No kids in any way shape or form. The “no-dinner dinner party” often gets wild! Remember, kids’ phones have cameras now.\n\n5) A nice touch is to have an extra pack of cigarettes like Marlboro Lights on hand so that guests who smoke only when they drink are not forced to bum cigarettes off people they hardly know. After all, everyone knows a cigarette after “no dinner” just hits the spot.\n\n6) Last but not least, have a local cab company on speed dial; after all, you’ve had no dinner! A cab ride home is always better than a police car ride to the pokey. You won’t get a nightcap there.\n\nCheers!\n\n&nbsp;', 'Dinner is Not Served', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dinner-is-not-served', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:51:35', '2011-05-26 16:51:35', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=935', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(937, 4, '2011-05-26 16:53:03', '2011-05-26 16:53:03', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Arts-Gullah-Festival-Arts-Tribute.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-938\" title=\"Arts-Gullah Festival Arts Tribute\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Arts-Gullah-Festival-Arts-Tribute-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>LyBensons Gallery &amp; Studio and The Gullah Festival will present the exhibit, “We Are One Family — The Gullah/Africa Connection.” The exhibit will feature the work of many local, Gullah and African artists. The exhibit will also feature an exhibit of the posters of Jonathan Green.  Many of Jonathan Greens masterpieces that have been produced as posters for various organizations throughout the country for nearly 25 years will be on display.<!--more-->\n\nThe opening reception will be Friday, May 27, from 6-8:30 p.m.  The reception is open to the public.  An open house will be Saturday, May 28. Jonathan Green will be the special guest artist at both events. The exhibit is dedicated to the Memory of Mrs. Rosalie F. Pazant, Co-founder and President of the Gullah Festival from 1986-2010.\n\nLyBensons Gallery is at 211 Charles St. downtown. For more information, please call (843) 525-9006.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>juba: a gullah celebration at uscb</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nJuba: A Gullah Celebration is billed as “a little bit of this and a little bit of that.” On Saturday, May 28, at 8 p.m., Marlena Smalls, Gine Rene and Sumitra Red featuring the Delbert Felix Trio will delight audiences with blues and jazz. Then Sunday, May 29, Marlena Smalls &amp; Hallelujah Singers present Sounds of Gospel featuring The Men of Praise at 5 p.m. Both performances will be at the USCB Performing Arts Center on Carteret Street. Tickets are $22 for adults, $18 for seniors and military, $15 for students and can be purchased by calling 843-521-4145 or at the USCB box office.\n\n&nbsp;', 'LYBENSONS GALLERY HAS GULLAH EXHIBIT', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'lybensons-gallery-has-gullah-exhibit', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:53:03', '2011-05-26 16:53:03', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=937', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(940, 4, '2011-05-26 16:54:17', '2011-05-26 16:54:17', '[caption id=\"attachment_941\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Director JW Rone works with Elliot Chucta and Abigail Freeman. \"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Arts-OurTownJW-large.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-941\" title=\"Arts-OurTownJW-large\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Arts-OurTownJW-large-300x168.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"168\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n“Our Town” opens Thursday, June 2, and is produced jointly by the Palmetto Theater Xperiment and Misspent Youth Productions, directed by JW Rone. The show is at 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturdays, and Sundays at 3 p.m., until June 12. Thursday nights are “Pay What You Can.”<!--more-->\n\n“I auditioned for this show for a couple of reasons,” said Benji Morgan, who is the music specialist at Red Cedar Elementary School. “One being that I have worked previously with JW Rone, in an  educational setting with 3rd grade students, and was anxious to see what he could teach me as an adult. I also wanted to grow my relationship with ARTworks by participating as well as attending performances there.”\n\nBenji plays Simon Stimson, the music director in Our Town. “The role is  short and sweet, and totally me. As a music teacher and former music minister, I can relate to how Simon Stimson thinks  — though I’ve never been drunk either as a teacher or when working in the ministry.”\n\nMichael Bible, a student at Beaufort Academy, auditioned because “I love acting, and I wanted to put on a great show. Meeting other actors gives me the chance to pick up some new techniques of my own, and “Our Town” has helped me find other fantastic people who share my passion for the theater. Elliot Chucta’s pantomiming is amazing; I love Ann Errington’s address to Editor Webb from the audience; I love Benji’s drunken stagger across the stage.”\n\nMichael is playing Howie, and two other supporting roles too. “I like that my role establishes the immutable nature of Grovers Corners. My roles have graced me with challenging pantomime, including controlling my invisible (but all too real) horse Bessie. Best of all, I love that my character, Howie, has an eccentric love for discussing the weather. What fascinates me about “Our Town” is the way that Thorton Wilder has captured the very essence of a turn of the century American town.  I’m fascinated by the way in which the play presents daily life in an idyllic town both on and below the surface. In this play, I see an American playwright’s perfect preservation of what it was to be a New Englander in the early 20th century.”\n\n“It’s an old play,” mentioned Benji Morgan. “Community theater is important because it allows me to get to know the community. I enjoy getting to work with different people, many whom I never met before doing this play, and it’s a great avenue to hone ones acting skills.\n\nThe theater production is accompanied by a juried art show in the gallery at ARTworks, 2127 Boundary St. Tickets to the play are $15 per person, $10 for students (13+), $5 for children (12 and under) and $10 for groups of 10 or more. www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.\n\n&nbsp;', '‘Our Town’ at ARTworks', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '%e2%80%98our-town%e2%80%99-at-artworks', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:54:17', '2011-05-26 16:54:17', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=940', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(943, 4, '2011-05-26 16:56:24', '2011-05-26 16:56:24', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Athlete-of-the-Week.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-944\" title=\"Athlete of the Week\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Athlete-of-the-Week-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>Congratulations to Madison Heyward. She attended her first Coastal Hunter Circuit Show riding, “Sugar Fix” aka “Fixy.” She placed first and third in her classes.  Madison is trained at Land’s End Stable by Erika Marshall and looks forward to competing on her pony, “Sky” at upcoming shows in Charleston and Savannah.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Athlete of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'athlete-of-the-week', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:56:24', '2011-05-26 16:56:24', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=943', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(946, 4, '2011-05-26 16:58:11', '2011-05-26 16:58:11', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Biz-Williamson_Kelly.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-947\" title=\"Biz-Williamson_Kelly\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Biz-Williamson_Kelly-209x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"209\" height=\"300\" /></a>Kelly Williamson has joined Southern Graces, owned by Christopher and Bethany Hewitt, as wedding and events planner. Williamson is responsible for the design and coordination of Southern Graces events as well as general marketing and sales support for the company.<!--more-->\n\n“In the short time that Kelly has been with us, she’s already proven to be an asset to Southern Graces,” Owner Bethany Hewitt stated. “She is a seasoned interior designer who really knows the business and who helps set us apart in regard to the integrity and quality of our work.”\n\nWilliams received her BS in Architectural Design from Clemson University and her Master’s in Interior Design from Florida State University. She is an Allied member of the American Society of Interior Designers and was most recently employed as an interior design professor at the Art Institute of Charleston.\n\nSouthern Graces is a full service wedding and event firm known for its unique blending of flavors and textures from the Grand Coastal South as well as its incorporation of tastes and thrills from around the world. Southern Graces Bistro, its restaurant extension, specializes in upscale Southern food with a luxurious Lowcountry spin on classics and a modern take on fantastically fresh food.  The bistro is located at 809 Port Republic St. and is open Tuesday – Sunday. Lunch is offered 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., afternoon tea from 2-4 p.m., dinner from 5-9 p.m. and Sunday brunch from 11 a.m. -2 p.m. weekly.\n\n&nbsp;', 'SOUTHERN GRACES HIRES new event planner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'southern-graces-hires-new-event-planner', '', '', '2011-05-26 16:58:11', '2011-05-26 16:58:11', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=946', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(949, 4, '2011-05-26 19:00:05', '2011-05-26 19:00:05', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_950\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Ceremonial groundbreaking, from left to right: Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling, developer Steven Tully and Lowcountry Real Estate Realtor Kirsten Brodie.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Biz-Midtown-Square-groundbreaking-bw.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-950\" title=\"Biz-Midtown Square groundbreaking bw\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Biz-Midtown-Square-groundbreaking-bw-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nMidTown Square, a new housing development on a block and a half of long-neglected land in Beaufort’s Northwest Quadrant, celebrated its ribbon-cutting Thursday to the applause of city leaders, neighbors, real estate agents and developers.<!--more-->\n\nThe two-plus acres is slated for up to 16 homes and six “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.\n\nJon Verity, chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission, hailed the project as an example of public-private partnerships that are the goal of the Redevelopment Commission.\n\n“The MidTown Square project will make a huge difference in the look, feel and texture of a big part of interior Beaufort,” Verity said.\n\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. It’s happening because private investors are responding to the investment made by the city to improve Beaufort,” he said.\n\nThe project is the first approved under the city’s new Bladen Street Redevelopment District zoning code — a form-based code that emphasizes how a structure fits into a neighborhood rather than how it will be used. The form-based code work, led by the Redevelopment Commission and the city’s Office of Civic Investment, is being done in conjunction with Port Royal and Beaufort County.\n\nThree MidTown Square homes already are under construction. Custom homes in Midtown Square will start around $260,000 and pre-designed homes will cost less, said builder Allen Patterson. By design, homes will be built close to the road with parking in the rear to encourage interaction with neighbors walking past.\n\nBeaufort’s Office of Civic Investment along with its Planning and Public Works departments came together to keep this project moving forward, Tully said. “The level of communication and cooperation, and the desire by the city to help make things happen in this area, really impressed us,” he said.\n\nThe property is a few blocks from Beaufort Elementary, a few blocks to the city’s core commercial district, a few blocks to USCB and a few blocks to the city and county government offices.\n\n“We have been talking about public-private partnerships and we have been working to create a more walkable, liveable and financially sustainable Beaufort where residents can enjoy all that Beaufort offers. This project is exactly what we are talking about,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said.\n\n“In the past, the city has used funds to improve streetscapes, drainage and sidewalks and then adjacent property owners put signs on their properties asking higher prices because of the public investment.  This time, the public investment is being used by land owners as a way to improve their property rather than seeking a windfall.  It is a win-win for all and sets a precedent for the future,” Keyserling said.\n\nThe ribbon-cutting came a year after intense clean-up help by the city and neighborhood associations removed some 400 tons of debris from the area.\n\n&nbsp;', 'MIDTOWN SQUARE  City, developers cut ribbon on residential project downtown', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'midtown-square-city-developers-cut-ribbon-on-residential-project-downtown', '', '', '2011-05-26 19:00:05', '2011-05-26 19:00:05', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=949', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(952, 4, '2011-05-26 19:01:59', '2011-05-26 19:01:59', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Amy-Faulkner-and-Andy-Burris.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-954\" title=\"Lifestyle-Amy Faulkner and Andy Burris\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Amy-Faulkner-and-Andy-Burris-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>Wondering about the big tent by Hampton Inn on Boundary Street? The 6,000-square-foot tent could be yours to rent for an event. Andy Burris, owner of Amazing Rentals erected the tent at the permanent location by the marsh. If you’re interested in leasing the site, please call Amy Faulkner, Event Planner for Beaufort Weddings and Events at 379-3470.\n\n&nbsp;', 'What’s Under the Tent?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what%e2%80%99s-under-the-tent', '', '', '2011-05-26 19:01:59', '2011-05-26 19:01:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=952', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(956, 4, '2011-05-26 19:04:25', '2011-05-26 19:04:25', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/News-BMH-CancerCenterexteriorPaulNurnberg2006large.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-957\" title=\"News-BMH-CancerCenterexteriorPaulNurnberg2006large\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/News-BMH-CancerCenterexteriorPaulNurnberg2006large-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>Beaufort resident Nelle Pender was never one to worry about her annual mammogram. Accustomed to receiving the usual “negative” test results, she didn’t sweat it when she got a call from a staff nurse at Beaufort Memorial Hospital requesting she return to the imaging center for a more thorough examination.<!--more-->\n\n“I wasn’t overly concerned,” Pender recalled. “I was sure there wasn’t going to be a problem.”\n\nBut the diagnostic mammogram showed an abnormality. A biopsy confirmed she had breast cancer. Over the next eight months, Pender would make dozens of trips to Beaufort Memorial Hospital and the Keyserling Cancer Center. She met with a surgeon and a medical oncologist, had numerous tests and scans, underwent a double mastectomy and received four rounds of chemotherapy.\n\n“I still feel I made the right decision,” Pender said. “I was glad to have the choice, but I wanted to get it over and done with.”\n\nNext Sunday, June 5 — National Cancer Survivor Day — Pender will celebrate with thousands of other Americans who have beat the disease.\n\n“Today, a diagnosis of cancer is not a death sentence,” said Constance Duke, cancer program director for Beaufort Memorial Hospital. “More than 60 percent of patients are cured of cancer, and the statistics are getting better every year.”\n\nSince BMH opened the cancer center five years ago, the Duke-affiliated facility has treated more than a 1,000 patients with a variety of diseases, including lymphoma, colon, breast, lung and prostate cancers.\n\nAt Keyserling, physicians and specialists encompassing a broad range of disciplines work as a team to ensure coordinated and seamless care.\n\n“It used to be one physician making all the decisions,” BMH radiation oncologist Dr. James McNab. “That’s been the biggest change I’ve seen in cancer care since I began my career 30 years ago. It’s become an integrated process. The result has been improved outcomes.”\n\nTo facilitate the team approach to treatment, BMH established a tumor board that meets every two weeks to review case histories. The group can include surgeons, pathologists, medical and radiation oncologists, dieticians, physical therapists, social workers and primary care physicians, along with any number of specialists from urologists to gynecologists depending on the types of cancer in question.\n\n“Treating cancer is not just a process confined to some specific organ,” McNab said. “The disease has to be attacked from multiple directions.”\n\nFor Pender, the process began with a diagnostic mammography, followed by an ultrasound and needle biopsy. To pinpoint the location of the tumor and determine if it had spread beyond her breast, her surgeon, Dr. Edward Burrus, ordered an MRI, a CAT scan and PET scan. She also met with medical oncologist Dr. Majd Chahin.\n\n“It’s a joint effort involving all the specialists,” Burrus said. “The treatment is tailored to fit the patient’s medical needs and desires.”\n\nLast fall, the Duke-affiliated hospital received accreditation from the prestigious Commission on Cancer, earning a special commendation for achieving excellence in all eight core areas of cancer care. Only 25 percent of the 5,500 cancer programs in the country are granted the commission’s stamp of approval.\n\n“I can’t say enough about the Keyserling Cancer Center,” said Pender. “Everyone was so caring and helpful — from the nurse who takes your blood to the people who greet you when you walk in the door.”\n\n&nbsp;', 'Cancer Survivors Day at Beaufort Memorial Hospital', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'cancer-survivors-day-at-beaufort-memorial-hospital', '', '', '2011-05-26 19:04:25', '2011-05-26 19:04:25', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=956', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(959, 4, '2011-05-26 19:05:48', '2011-05-26 19:05:48', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Cover-left-jari_on_bike.png\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-960\" title=\"Cover-left-jari_on_bike\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Cover-left-jari_on_bike-219x300.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"219\" height=\"300\" /></a>From the dirt roads of St. Helena Island to the hot pavement of Parris Island, history comes alive in northern Beaufort County on the Sea Islands 100 Bike Tour.  Mark your calendars for July 2 and 3 and get ready for a 100-mile bicycle tour.  Cycle through the Sea Islands’ oak-lined roads and discover this region’s rich beauty and historical treasures.  Thirty-year Beaufort resident Maurice Ungaro, of Sea Island Bike Tours, is teaming up with The Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry to lead a fascinating tour of the Sea Islands.<!--more-->\n\nThis inaugural fundraising event for The Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry is the first bicycle tour of this kind in the Lowcountry.   Bicyclists will ride 50 miles a day Saturday and Sunday and visit St. Helena Island, Hunting Island, Lady’s Island, Harbor Island, Port Royal, Parris Island and Horse Island.\n\nRiders will start the tour each day at the historic Penn Center on St. Helena’s Island.  Participants can stay overnight in local hotels or camping grounds.  Staff from the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry will serve the riders a Lowcountry boil supper at Penn Center Saturday afternoon after the ride.\n\nThe Sea Islands 100 is not a race, it’s a ride.  Cyclists of all skill levels are welcome.  Riders are requested to raise $250 to ride, along with a $50 registration fee.  Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 2, at Penn Center (16 Penn Center Circle West, St. Helena Island, S.C.). The tour begins at 9:30 a.m. each day.  The Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry will provide the support and gear vehicles wagons, bike maintenance and rest stops.\n\nRegistration and sponsor forms are available by calling the Boys &amp; Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry at (843) 575-5430.\n\nThe Sea Islands 100 bicycle tour will visit the following sites during the two-day ride:\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>St. Helena Island</strong>\n\n• Penn Center:  Penn Center is the nation’s most historically significant educational institution for African-Americans.  Built early in the Civil War, abolitionists and a coalition of churches established the school to educate freed slaves.  The first classes were held in a one-room classroom.    The demand for education grew rapidly and education supporters from Pennsylvania sent a prefabricated building to the Sea Islands of South Carolina. A 50-acre site on St. Helena Island became the home for that building and is still there today.\n\nPenn Center is also base camp for the Sea Islands 100 for the ride will start and finish there Saturday and Sunday.\n\n<strong>• Chapel of Ease: </strong>Located down Lands End Road, the tabby ruins and adjacent cemetery of the Chapel of Ease reminds residents and guests of Colonial times.  Rice and cotton planters constructed chapels of ease as a place to worship because their plantations were located too far from the Beaufort churches. Historians predict the tabby wall on St. Helena Island was built between 1742 and 1747.  In 1886, a forest fire destroyed most of the chapel.  The ruins and   nearby cemetery remain.\n\n• Fort Fremont:  This fort is located at the southwestern tip of St Helena Island.  Soldiers constructed Fort Fremont in 1899 to defend Port Royal Sound during the Spanish-American war. A maritime forest hides the fortress, which is now owned by Beaufort County. Overgrown vegetation also gives the impressive structure  a mystical appearance.\n\n• Station Creek Boat Landing:  Capture the beauty of the glimmering waters of the county’s marshes and deep water from this site.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Hunting Island</strong>\n\n• Hunting Island is a 5,000-acre semitropical barrier island at the tip of Beaufort County.  It is the most visited state park in South Carolina.   This island’s maritime forest and beachfront have merged, giving it a “Jurassic Park” vibe, as tree remains are scattered throughout its sandy shore.  Hunting Island got its name since it served as hunting preserves in colonial times.  People came to hunt deer, raccoon, waterfowl and other small game.  Human occupants came to the island around 1850 when the first Hunting Island lighthouse was built.\n\n• The 1893 Hurricane also known as the Sea Islands Hurricane was the deadliest hurricane in American history.  The storm destroyed much of Hunting Island.  The Hunting Island Lighthouse survived. The lighthouse still stands like a guardian over this natural habitat.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Port Royal</strong>\n\n• Port Royal is a small town and sea island within Beaufort County, which includes Parris Island. Its short main street is peppered with quaint shops and restaurants, which leads past the Port where ocean-going vessels can import and exports goods from this small fishing village. The town’s beachfront, also known as “The Sands” provides a picturesque view of the water.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Parris Island</strong>\n\n• Parris Island, known for its motto of, “We Make Marines,” is a more than 8,000-acre military installation, which trains all female marines, and all male marines east of the Mississippi River.   Parris Island offers several historical sites within its jurisdiction while soldier create history every day with its rigorous training requirements and obligations.\n\n• The Parris Island highlights include Horse Island, the rifle range, the Parris Island Museum, Elliot’s Beach and Page Field.   Horse Island is an island before the main area of Parris Island.  Horse Island’s picnic area represents the Southern beauty with its century-old oak trees draped in Spanish moss.   Elliot’s Beach is used for recruit training.\n\n• An interesting fact about the natural surroundings of Parris Island — half of its land is unusable due to its remoteness and dense vegetation.  There are many smaller islands within Parris Island such as Horse Island, Gibbs Island, Doggie Island, Jericho Island and Scout Island. However, they are not known to many since most people consider the installation as one island.\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry Announce 100-Mile Bike Tour through the Sea Islands', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-boys-girls-clubs-of-the-lowcountry-announce-100-mile-bike-tour-through-the-sea-islands', '', '', '2011-05-26 19:05:48', '2011-05-26 19:05:48', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=959', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(962, 4, '2011-05-26 19:08:32', '2011-05-26 19:08:32', '&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_963\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"From left, Lili Walker will play Captain Hook, Celene Lampright will portray Wendy and Noni Yeager will be Peter Pan in the show.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Lily-Walker-Celene-Lampright-and-Noni-Yeager-will-portray-Hook-Wendy-and-Pater-Pan-in-Lowcountry-School-of-Performing-Arts-production-of-Peter-Pan.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-963\" title=\"Lifestyle-Lily Walker, Celene Lampright and Noni Yeager will portray Hook, Wendy and Pater Pan in Lowcountry School of Performing Arts\' production of Peter Pan\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lifestyle-Lily-Walker-Celene-Lampright-and-Noni-Yeager-will-portray-Hook-Wendy-and-Pater-Pan-in-Lowcountry-School-of-Performing-Arts-production-of-Peter-Pan-300x262.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"262\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nMore than 150 dance students will participate in the Lowcountry School of Performing Arts’ production of “Peter Pan” on Saturday, June 4 at 1 p.m. at the Beaufort High School Performing Arts Center. For ticket information, please email <a href=\"mailto:deanna@lowcountrysopa.com\">deanna@lowcountrysopa.com</a>.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Get Hooked on Peter Pan', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'get-hooked-on-peter-pan', '', '', '2011-05-26 19:08:32', '2011-05-26 19:08:32', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=962', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(965, 4, '2011-05-26 19:17:09', '2011-05-26 19:17:09', '<div>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_968\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Michelle-Before\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-Before.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-968\" title=\"Michelle-Before\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-Before-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_969\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Michelle-After\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-After.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-969\" title=\"Michelle-After\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-After-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nThis year’s winner of the Mommy Makeover contest was Michelle Morgan, wife of Dan Morgan and mother of eight. Michelle was nominated by Dan’s co-worker at Beaufort County, Suzanne Larson, and was voted by readers as the winner of The Island News’ popular online contest.<!--more-->\n\nI had the pleasure of accompanying Michelle and Dan on Friday, May 20, to get “made-up’” before their big date at Southern Graces that evening.\n\nMichelle and Dan are both selfless parents who put their children first. Michelle, who deservingly won with hundreds of votes online, stays at home with her kids and is an active volunteer at each of their schools, Shanklin Elementary, Robert Smalls Middle and Battery Creek High Schools. Their oldest, Allyson, is a Senior at BCHS. She is Valedictorian of the 2011 Class and will be attending Brigham Young University in the fall, completely on academic scholarship. Their second oldest, Grayson, is currently top in his sophomore class as well. The other six are equally as exceptional. And that just doesn’t happen unless two parents are committed to education like Michelle and Dan.\n\nMichelle admitted that she had never had a manicure, rarely goes out with her husband and can’t remember the last time she went shopping for herself. Well, that all changed Friday afternoon. And Michelle couldn’t have been more humbled and thankful. She is a true gem of a person.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_970\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Michelle Morgan with Cindy Turnbull, Patti Stevenson and Judy Kole at Grace and Glory\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-Morgan-with-Cindy-Turnbull-Pati-Stevenson-and-Judy-Kole-at-Grace-and-Glory.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-970\" title=\"Michelle Morgan with Cindy Turnbull, Pati Stevenson and Judy Kole at Grace and Glory\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-Morgan-with-Cindy-Turnbull-Pati-Stevenson-and-Judy-Kole-at-Grace-and-Glory-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nWe started at Grace and Glory, where owner Cindy Turnbull helped Michelle select an outfit for her dinner date. Michelle chose a beautiful black shirt and white cardigan from Nomadic Traders, an original necklace made by jewelry designer, Carol Kent, classic and adorable flip-flops made by OKA and a charming summer handbag from Straw Studios. The girls at Grace and Glory were so helpful, and Michelle was beside herself with excitement.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_971\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"247\" caption=\"Elizabeth Parker applys color at Salon 10\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Elizabeth-Parker-applys-color-at-Salon-10.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-971\" title=\"Elizabeth Parker applys color at Salon 10\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Elizabeth-Parker-applys-color-at-Salon-10-247x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"247\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_975\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Lynn Groff styles Michelle&#39;s hair at Salon 10\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lynn-Groff-styles-Michelles-hair-at-Salon-10.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-975\" title=\"Lynn Groff styles Michelle\'s hair at Salon 10\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lynn-Groff-styles-Michelles-hair-at-Salon-10-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nAfter lunch, we headed to Salon 10 at Habersham Marketplace where Elizabeth Parker and Lynn Groff discussed cut and color and proceeded to transform Michelle’s locks into a masterpiece of maintenance-free style.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_972\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Lydia Ballesteros applying make-up to Michelle\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lydia-Ballesteros-applying-make-up-to-Michelle.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-972\" title=\"Lydia Ballesteros applying make-up to Michelle\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Lydia-Ballesteros-applying-make-up-to-Michelle-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nFinally we went to Aqua Med Spa in Port Royal where Melanie Singleton gave Michelle an amazing French Manicure, Michelle’s first ever! After getting her nails pampered, Michelle was introduced to Lydia Ballesteros, Beaufort’s premier makeup artist. Ballesteros touched up eyes and lips while creating a flawless look to an already beautiful face.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_974\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Melanie Singleton gives Michelle a French Manicure at Aqua Med Spa\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Melanie-Singleton-gives-Michelle-a-French-Manicure-at-Aqua-Med-Spa.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-974\" title=\"Melanie Singleton gives Michelle a French Manicure at Aqua Med Spa\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Melanie-Singleton-gives-Michelle-a-French-Manicure-at-Aqua-Med-Spa-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nIn addition to all of the pampering Friday, Michelle also received a Loyalty Card to all businesses in Habersham Marketplace, a gift card for membership to EarthFIT, teeth whitening from Palmetto Smiles Dentistry and a Swedish massage from Beaufort Day Spa.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_973\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Michelle and her husband, Danny before dinner at Southern Graces Bistro at the Beaufort Inn\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-and-her-husband-Danny-before-dinner-at-Southern-Graces-Bistro-at-the-Beaufort-Inn.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-973\" title=\"Michelle and her husband, Danny before dinner at Southern Graces Bistro at the Beaufort Inn\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/Michelle-and-her-husband-Danny-before-dinner-at-Southern-Graces-Bistro-at-the-Beaufort-Inn-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nMichelle and Dan were now ready for their date at Southern Graces Bistro at The Beaufort Inn. They dined by themselves and enjoyed a memorable meal. It was evident these two were still in love. They adored each other, and I was awed by their commitment to one another. These two really made me believe in love, and they surely made me appreciate family.\n\nI congratulate you both for raising a fine group of children and staying in love after so many years. The Island News thanks you for being such an inspiring person and a great mom, Michelle.\n\n</div>\n&nbsp;', 'Mommy Makeover Winner', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-transformation-of-super-mom-michelle-morgan', '', '', '2011-05-26 19:17:09', '2011-05-26 19:17:09', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=965', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(980, 4, '2011-05-30 20:07:38', '2011-05-30 20:07:38', 'Beaufort County, South Carolina- At approximately 8:30am on May 30, 2011, a body was discovered in the Broad River near Archer’s Creek.  The identity of the Decedent, as well as the cause and manner of death have yet to be determined.  A forensic autopsy is scheduled to be performed at the Medical University of South Carolina on May 31, 2011.  The investigation is ongoing and additional information will be released upon confirmation of the Decedent’s identity.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nOn May 31, 2011, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Public Information Officer (Sgt. Robin McIntosh) will be available for further comment.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Body Found in Archer\'s Creek on Memorial Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'body-found-in-archers-creek-on-memorial-day', '', '', '2011-05-30 20:07:38', '2011-05-30 20:07:38', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=980', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(983, 4, '2011-06-02 10:40:41', '2011-06-02 10:40:41', '<strong>Obesity, the Silent Killer</strong>\n\n<strong>By Tracie Korol</strong>\n\nThere are no solid statistics documenting the incidence of obesity in American dogs and cats. The most commonly used figure is that 40% of the cared for pets in the US are significantly overweight. In round figures, no pun intended, this means 2-2½ million pets are not merely chubby, plush or pleasingly plump.<!--more--> They’re obese. In a medical sense, they are critically ill, with an illness that frequently creates other serious clinical problems and shortens lifespan much like the human counterpart.\n\nObesity is defined as an increase of over 20% above the optimum body weight. My beagle’s optimum weight was 28 pounds. She looked trim, had a nice tuck-up, could run for hours and had good self-esteem at that weight.  At one point, early in our 17 years together, she gained five extra pounds and became one seriously adipose beagle.  It doesn’t take much; five pounds to us may be a weekend of self-indulgence. But, when you only weigh 20 pounds, five extra pounds can profoundly change your life. Reasons for pet obesity include having a more confined and sedentary lifestyle, availability of highly palatable, filler-dense pet foods and treats, and our desire to please our pets by over-feeding.  Bea’s momentary diversion into Fatland was completely my fault.\n\n<strong>Why should be concerned about obesity?</strong> The most serious aspect of it is its effect on heart and blood vessels. Fat doesn’t just rest on the outside like a thick spongy blanket. Globs of fat fill the body cavity, too. Fat deposits can crowd the heart of an obese pet, so its pumping capacity is limited. Additionally, the beleaguered heart is called upon for heroic efforts because these additional fat deposits throughout the body, supported by additional linear feet of blood vessels, require additional pumping power. Whew! No wonder fat dogs have no energy.\n\nLung capacity is lessened when crowded by fat, too. When a dog can’t pull a full lungful of air because of the fat crowding the chest cavity, the lungs cannot transfer the required amount of oxygen to the blood. When the blood is poor in oxygen, more blood is needed….adding another demand on the heart’s pumping capacity. The extraordinary stresses on this large muscle pump usually lead to its early deterioration, failure, and eventual demise of the pet.\n\nRecently, a dog friend had a trip to the vet, his owner sure her Best Friend had asthma, he wheezed so much.  Turns out this little guy was twice the weight he should be. Twice!  His activity level is diminished, his wheezing, not asthma at all, is lung and heart stress; the sounds he makes are what I call The Sebastian Cabot Effect. (This little guy recently started on my REAL FOOD low-carb program and will be back to being a scrappy little dude by Labor Day, guaranteed.)\n\nWhat else happens to a fat animal? There is immeasurable discomfort and pain due to the effects of excess fat on the skeletal system, which must support added weight. Joints are subject to erosion and crippling pain. The slow, waddling, painful gait of a grossly obese pet is a pitiful and preventable sight. Do you have one of these at your house?\n\nObesity is also conducive to fatty tumors and sebaceous (greasy) dermatitis. Plus, it’s not surprising that obese dogs are prone to developing diabetes mellitus. A recent study, tracking the health of 2.5 million pets, reports that in the last five years, obesity has climbed 32 percent in dogs and 16 percent in cats.  While obesity is not the cause of diabetes—a lifetime of too much poor quality food is—the two are often linked.\nHaving had a fat dog for a few months, I found the most immediate negative effect was that my beagle had turned into a dud of a dog. She could no longer sustain an afternoon of “’munking” (running down and tormenting an un-catchable chipmunk), she couldn’t enjoy an evening run in the woods with me; she struggled to get comfortable when she curled up in her chair and, she wheezed. It was tough to watch but not at all tough to correct once we got down to business.  For her remaining 15 years she ate clean--not too much--kept her figure, her energy and her goofy beagle outlook.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe picture of an obese pet can be looked at as a vicious circle: Best Friend eats too much and accumulates fat. This slows him down and reduces his activity. Because he burns less energy, he grows even fatter, and so on. The end result: a sloppy fat pet whose only interest is what’s in his bowl.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>BowWOW! Is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog. She is a canine behavior coach, Reiki practitioner, a canine massage therapist (CMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath.  Want more information? Have a question? Send a note to Tracie at <a href=\"mailto:letstalk@wholedog.biz\">letstalk@wholedog.biz</a></strong><strong> or visit <a href=\"http://www.wholedog.biz\">www.wholedog.biz</a></strong><strong>.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'BowWOW!  Facts, observations and musings about Our Best Friends', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bowwow-facts-observations-and-musings-about-our-best-friends-5', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:40:41', '2011-06-02 10:40:41', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=983', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(985, 4, '2011-06-02 10:41:46', '2011-06-02 10:41:46', 'By Bill Evans\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe hot topics on the Board’s plate and in the community are the budget and the possible closure of schools; in reality the two are deeply connected. While I am sure that some will look at the return to the study of school closures as a response to the County Council’s decision not to grant the district a tax increase, in reality it is a topic that has never left the dialogue among many of the Board members.<!--more--> No matter what your personal feelings are, it is clear that public sentiment and the Council’s votes are not there to support a tax increase of any size no matter who might have to pay.\n\nAs reviewed in a previous article, the Board made serious cuts back in February to programs that are clearly impacting the performance of students in a positive way. The targeted reductions of $6.8 million have actually produced about $5.4 million in savings; much of this is due to the fact that many of the higher paid literacy, math and science coaches cut from those programs have been returned to the classroom at a rate usually much higher than the cost of a new teacher. Recently, the Board voted not to grant the teachers who are eligible a step increase for years of service; this is in addition to the teachers who are at the top of the schedule and are not eligible for step increases and administrators who have had their salaries frozen at this year’s levels for next year. Support staffs have not had any increases for three years. The reductions in the “coaching” program and the increase in class size are not in place yet, so that we might gauge the impact; one has to believe that there will be some negative impact to these actions.\n\nThe issue of school closures, I prefer calling them “consolidations” since we are not going to stop teaching students we are only discussing doing it in a different location, can positively impact the budget for well into the future. As we consolidate schools, we will certainly experience savings on utilities and in those support positions that are redundant. We will make better use of those facilities that we continue to use and in some cases may even be able to sell property which of course will provide new one time money to the district or serve as a bridge until the existing weak tax code and funding formulas can be addressed and reformed.\n\nAs we move forward with the study of possible consolidations or changes in attendance zones, we will be guided by the original plan presented last November and new ideas, which I am sure will bubble up through the committee of district and site administrators, SIC members and community members. It is understandable that some of the discussions and input will have an emotional nature to them, we are talking about children and where they go to school. Let me make two points from my own experience with similar actions in other schools districts; education is primarily a factor of the quality of leadership and staff at the school and committed and supportive parents, walls do not teach students, teachers do and as we move students their teachers will move with them. Second, if we don’t find permanent savings in our budget then we will be back at this every year peeling away another layer of program or adding more students to each class; it is analogous to tearing off a bandage, you can do it all at once and have a short period of pain or you can do it slowly and spread the pain over a long period of time.\n\nOn June 9<sup>th</sup> we will meet again to look at the current budget and the shortfall we are experiencing primarily due to the low tax collection rate. All of this is again understandable in this economy, but the projected rate that the County Council established at 98.6% is presently coming in at less than 90%; we expect that by the end of the year, June 30<sup>th</sup>, we will see a final collection rate of about 94%-95%, the difference equates to roughly $1 million for each percentage point we are short. You can do the math; we are looking at a shortfall of around $4 million. My personal position is that we make up the difference using our fund balance/reserves. Although this may mean putting ourselves in a position of paying higher interest rates when we borrow, we are not borrowing much at this time and any additional debt incurred is at least paid by all taxpayers through the debt service part of their tax bills and not just those with second homes or commercial property as is the case with operating funds.\n\nWe have to see this through, there is no magic cure and we are still probably two years away from seeing any reform to the tax code that will bring more funding to Beaufort County. I ask you all to stay informed, listen to facts and watch actions, please do not get caught up in speculation and rumor. Where you can, bring ideas to the committee; you can do that through me at any time or with the committee members, we will have at least three from the Beaufort HS attendance zone, as will each of the other high school zones.\n\nI can be reached at <a href=\"mailto:billevansschoolboard@gmail.com\">billevansschoolboard@gmail.com</a>. and I am more than open to meeting with individuals or groups that would like to discuss my position on any of these issues.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Vol. 8 District 7 School Board News', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'vol-8-district-7-school-board-news', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:41:46', '2011-06-02 10:41:46', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=985', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(987, 4, '2011-06-02 10:42:42', '2011-06-02 10:42:42', 'By Mayor Billy Keyserling\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBeaufort City Council passed the first of two readings on the FY 2012 Budget (July 2011 - June 2012) and there will be no tax increase and no increases in solid waste pick up or stormwater fees.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThanks in large part to the fact that the City had our eyes open two years ago and made changes necessary to survive the economic downturn before we felt the effects, we are in good financial shape.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThat said, as we study the budget between first and second readings and go through the budget line by line with department heads, we will be looking for ways to plan for the following year (FY 2013) when we anticipate additional drops in revenue due to falling property values and pending actions by the SC House and Senate that may further tie the hands of local government by removing point of sale provisions in state law.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBetween now and the final reading, we will hold two informational workshops and a Public Hearing.  If you want to better understand how the City Budget works or if you have concerns or cost saving ideas, please join us at these open to the public meetings. Watch for notices in the news or send me a note for the schedule.\n\n&nbsp;', 'A Promising FY 2012 Budget', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-promising-fy-2012-budget', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:42:42', '2011-06-02 10:42:42', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=987', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(990, 4, '2011-06-02 10:44:29', '2011-06-02 10:44:29', 'As hurricane season is just about to get underway, the SC Wind and Hail Underwriting Association (The Wind Pool) is raising the cost of wind and hail insurance by an average of 10% for those property owners who can’t get coverage through private insurance companies.<!--more-->\n\nThe Wind Pool is the State run insurer of last resort for properties that are located along the coast. The premium increase has been approved by the SC Department of Insurance and will take effect for policies renewing as of September 1. Properties located in Zone 1 primarily on the barrier islands will see a larger increase than those located in Zone 2 (Lady’s Island is rated as zone 2).\n\nThe last premium increase came in 2009 and was just 1.6%.\n\n\"We had actually asked for more, 18.9 percent,\" said Smitty Harrison, executive director of the S.C. Wind and Hail Underwriting Association.\n\nHarrison said the wind pool needs more money because the cost of reinsurance has increased. Reinsurance is insurance that the wind pool buys, worth about $1.3 billion, so that it would have enough money to cover claims in a catastrophe.\n\n\"When the major disaster occurs, we\'ll have the money to pay for that,\" Harrison said.\n\nWhat can consumers do about this?\n<ul>\n	<li>Look around to see if another insurance company will include the wind coverage within the base homeowner policy.  The insurance market is now more competitive than it has been over the last several years and many companies are willing to include the wind and hail coverage within their policies.</li>\n	<li>Review your deductibles.  The wind and hail deductible is usually stated as a percentage of the property’s limit.  Deductibles typically range from 2% to 10%.  Premium credits are usually significant if you are willing to share more of the risk and increase your deductible.</li>\n	<li>Consider the accuracy of your coverage limits. The replacement cost must contemplate the actual cost to rebuild your property if a major disaster were to strike.  Also consider the amount of coverage on your contents, which is the value of the items you own located within the property.</li>\n	<li>Finally, be prepared!  Have an emergency plan.  Do everything you can to mitigate the cost of a major claim and protect your property.</li>\n</ul>\n&nbsp;\n\nJeff Althoff, Vice President, Lowcountry Insurance Services\n\n&nbsp;', 'Coastal Insurance Will Cost You More', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'coastal-insurance-will-cost-you-more', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:44:29', '2011-06-02 10:44:29', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=990', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(992, 4, '2011-06-02 10:45:16', '2011-06-02 10:45:16', 'United Contractors and Misener Marine will flag motorists on the McTeer Bridge from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. through the month of June while crews pour concrete for the new bridge foundation.<!--more-->\n\nContractors warn motorists to expect delays and ask that they look out for workers on foot. For a complete review of this project and other Beaufort County road improvement projects, visit the County website, <a href=\"http://www.bcgov.net/\">www.bcgov.net</a> and look under the “How Do I” section\n\non the home page.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Overnight Flagging on McTeer Bridge Through June', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'overnight-flagging-on-mcteer-bridge-through-june', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:45:16', '2011-06-02 10:45:16', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=992', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(994, 4, '2011-06-02 10:46:46', '2011-06-02 10:46:46', '<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/News-Gobel-Officer-of-the-Year.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-995\" title=\"News-Gobel Officer of the Year\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/News-Gobel-Officer-of-the-Year-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to recognize one of its own as the recipient of the 2011 Jesse L. Altman Law Enforcement Officer of the Year award.<!--more-->\n\nDuring the Beaufort Rotary Club award luncheon held last Wednesday, May 18<sup>th</sup>, Corporal John Gobel was honored for his life’s dedication to public service. This coveted award has been given since 1973 in honor of the late Col. Jesse Altman. He was a Beaufort Rotary Club member, a retired U.S. Marine Corps colonel and retired chief of the Beaufort Police Department.\n\nThe club chooses a winner from those nominated by local agencies that best represent the Rotary motto: \"Service above self.\"\n\nCorporal Gobel began his career with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office in 1988, after eleven years of service in the United States Marine Corps. As a Marine, Gobel served in military police billets and as logistics chief, positions that would aptly prepare him for civilian law enforcement.\n\nOver the last 20 years, Corporal Gobel has excelled in all avenues of law enforcement. Establishing himself early on as an aggressive go-getter, Corporal Gobel demonstrated an affinity for investigations. Developing highly effective and uniquely laid-back communication skills, Gobel has become well-known for the positive results of the interviews he conducts.\n\nAttaining the rank of Staff Sergeant, Gobel chose to retire from law enforcement in 2006. Even during his retirement, Gobel continued to serve as a Reserve Deputy and as the Master Dive Instructor for the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office Dive Team. Unable to resist the draw of law enforcement, Gobel requested permission to rejoin the Sheriff’s Office in 2009.\n\nHis experience and talents were the type sought after by all law enforcement agencies, and he was quickly hired and assigned to the Sheriff’s Office Northern Enforcement Investigations.\n\nCorporal Gobel’s efforts have resulted in one of the highest arrest rates in the county and the highest case clearance rate. This effort is emulated by his fellow officers as he often lends his assistance and expertise to his co-workers.\n\nCorporal John Gobel is considered a model deputy and investigator by the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office. His tireless commitment to resolving cases and apprehending offenders is a credit to the agency and the community he serves.\n\n###\n\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort County Deputy Named Officer of the Year', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-county-deputy-named-officer-of-the-year', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:46:46', '2011-06-02 10:46:46', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=994', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(997, 4, '2011-06-02 10:47:56', '2011-06-02 10:47:56', 'By Tony Mills\n\nChalk it up as a serious case of the “heebie jeebies”…I am still not sure what got into me that day. The setting was the Palmetto Sportsmen’s Classic, a huge fishing-hunting festival in Columbia, South Carolina. Our education program had assembled a group of non-game wetland animals for the audience of sports enthusiasts to view. <!--more-->As usual, I was manning my booth, telling stories, and expounding about the three-inch-long predaceous insect I was holding in my hand. I was referring to it metaphorically as a miniature great white shark of the wetland ecosystem. I went into great detail describing its piercing, sucking mouthparts and its ability to inject digestive juices into its hapless prey turning the insides into liquid for ingestion. A large group of families began to assemble around our booth during this overly-dramatic diatribe.\n\nAs I pointed out the animal’s fine swimming limbs, it reached out and unexpectedly grabbed my finger with one of its appendages and pricked my finger in the process. As you guys know by now, much of my life has been spent handling wild animals. However, on that particular day, my gut reaction was to fling the animal away from me, unfortunately in the direction of the group on the other side of the table. The bug landed on an unsuspecting lady’s shoulder causing her to convulse violently and then flick the insect onto the person next to her. A chain reaction occurred and thus developed into a small riot around my booth. The animal was eventually batted to the floor where it remained upside down thrusting frantically upward in an effort to right itself.  Fortunately, a teenage girl calmly reached down and expertly picked up the bug and handed it to me. She informed me that she was an amateur entomologist and absolutely loved bugs.\n\nI guess it is a good thing that giant waterbugs don’t get any bigger than they do. They are voracious predators often feeding on fish, crayfish, salamanders and frogs twice their size. You may have heard them referred to as “toe biters” because of their painful bite or “electric light bugs” because of their tendency to fly to tennis court lights or baseball fields at night. They have the abilities of walking, flying or swimming, but are mostly aquatic, living in our wetlands in the lowcountry.\n\nWe have a variety of aquatic insects on Spring Island ranging from the microscopic to the biggest bugs and beetles. The giant water bug (<em>Lethocerus americanus)</em> belongs to an order called Hemipterans (true bugs) which includes a variety of “stink bugs”, “assassin bugs”, “leaf-footed bugs”, “water scorpions” and others. The bite of <em>Lethocerus</em> to humans, although very painful, is not overly dangerous and usually does not require medical attention. As usual, I have personal experience involving giant waterbug bites! Sure, our giant water bug is pretty impressive, but tropical waterbugs may reach 5 inches or more in length. In Southeast Asia, they are commonly deep fried and eaten as a delicacy.\n\nI guess, I still continue to tell stories and share the wonders of local wildlife to people around me. I am just a bit more careful these days. Hey, look on the bright side. At least I wasn’t holding a water moccasin!\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Giant Water Bug', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'giant-water-bug', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:47:56', '2011-06-02 10:47:56', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=997', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(999, 4, '2011-06-02 10:48:59', '2011-06-02 10:48:59', '&nbsp;\n\nWritten by Terry Sweeney\n\nAh...the joy of wine!!! In its warm fuzzy afterglow, how different the world looks and sounds.! Is that my neighbor’s ear-shattering leaf blower I hear?! Not after several glasses of Louis Latour 2006 Vire Clesse.! More like the gentle buzz of a thousand honey bees.! What’s that I see in my yard?! Did some trashy passerby toss his empty crushed Budweiser can into my azaleas?! <!--more-->Another glass of my delicious Louis Latour and suddenly I see it more as a chic aluminum ‘object-de-garden-art’ by renowned German sculptor Anhauser Busch.! And as for myself, all my flaws and imperfections seem to melt away (especially after several more snootfuls).! It must be obvious to anyone with eyes, Monsieur Latour tells me, that I am at the ‘top of my game’, the ‘peak of my intellectual powers’ and the very embodiment of ‘worldly wisdom’.! Obvious to anyone but Lanier, who has the nerve to say to me: “You’re slurring, I think you oughta slow down on the vino.” ! !! “WHAT?! What did you just shay?!” I ask, fuming with the kind of righteous overreaction that only a drunk can muster. !!! “I’m just saying I think you might wanna give it a rest,” says Lanier, quietly. ! !!! Well, that timid suggestion is all it takes for The Mean Glass to come banging on my door, demanding satisfaction. “YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR PROBLEM IS?” I hiss. “YOU’RE A CONTROL FREAK!” This to someone who, only minutes before, I saw as near to perfect as a human can be. ! !!! Ask any married couple, and they’ll tell you.! When the Mean Glass hits, RUN!!! Sometimes it’s you, sometimes it’s them, and no one ever knows just what might set it off.!! Our friend Kathy reported to us one of her recent Mean Glass moments. She and her British husband were having a lovely evening, when he sweetly suggested that she “Ease up on the Pinot Grigio.”! Her response? “YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR PROBLEM IS? YOU’RE ENGLISH!! F---- YOU AND F---- YOUR COUNTRY!” !!! “Not exactly the high point of our marriage,” says Kathy, sheepishly. !!!! “YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR PROBLEM IS?!” remains the universal battle cry of the Mean Glass and is almost always followed by the nonsensical insult.! Once when Lanier politely implied, after a boozy night out on the town, that I didn’t really need to open a new bottle of wine at midnight, I aristocratically tossed out at him “YOU KNOW WHAT YOUR PROBLEM IS? YOU ARE SOOOO MIDDLE CLASS!”! Totally overlooking the fact that I’m the son of a Long Island butcher and his Sicilian fishwife and Lanier’s the direct descendant of Sir Nicholas Lanier, ‘Master of the King’s Music’ to King Charles II. !!!! The Mean Glass doesn’t care whom it says what to.! Basically its evil plan is to drive your loved one as far away as possible so the road is clear for a return trip to Wineville... without them sticking their big fat nose in your wine glass.! But are you really mad at them?! Nah.! Deep down you know you love them and you feel safe enough to let off a little steam, saying to them what you couldn’t say to your boss, your mother in law, that pain-in-the-butt client, or any number of petty tyrants who walk all over your world all day long.! So next time when you gently ask! your mate: “Don’t you think you’ve had enough?” and they answer out of the blue: “LET’S GET A DIVORCE, SELL EVERYTHING AND SPLIT IT DOWN THE MIDDLE!”... know it’s really just their way of saying: “I want another glass of wine (no matter how many I’ve already had!)”. !!!! The Mean Glass is, of course, not to be confused with The Horny Glass which one usually\n\nhits late in a raucous cocktail party or late night at a restaurant that\'s turned into a bar.! Our friend Liza says she always knows when it hits because \"I\'m suddenly attracted to every man in the room EXCEPT my husband.\"! Usually that leads to some guilty confession the next morning. \"Honey, last night when I was out with the girls I ended up kissing some guy at the bar and I just wanted you to hear about it from me first.! It meant absolutely nothing.\" And it didn\'t, because it wasn\'t really you. It was The Horny Glass that had momentarily taken possession of your lips.! Blessedly, you often don’t remember who or what the Horny Glass told you to do.! Which means it doesn’t count! !!!!! Not to be forgotten is The Weepy Glass, which can occur about 2 1/2 hours into a joy-filled wine party.! When this strikes, it\'s best to just sneak away from the hapless \'Weepy Glass\' victim as there is no amount of logic or common sense that will make this person stop crying.! They just need to get that emotional lump out of their throat and will awake happy and refreshed in the morning without any help from you.! Some people use the Weepy Glass as a way to deal with problems without paying a shrink.! We all have that special tearjerker of a tune that we play over and over again once we’ve had the Weepy Glass (mine’s ‘Moon River’).!! My cousin Carol says she once woke up at dawn on the floor in front of her CD player with her arm outstretched and her finger still touching the button; she had obviously replayed Edith Piaf’s ‘La Vie En Rose’ till she (ahem) \'fell asleep\' next to her empty, overturned wine bottle. \"It was humiliating, to say the least, but I’d finally cried my divorce out and felt better than I had in months!\" confesses Carol. “And I don’t even understand a word of French!”. !!!!! So whether it’s the bad boy Mean Glass, the oversexed Horny Glass, or the old self pitying ‘swallow and wallow’ Weepy Glass that decides to spend the night; just remember...they’ll be gone and forgotten in the morning.! Hopefully, most of all, by the person you may or may not still be married to!\n\nCheers!\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Mean Glass', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-mean-glass', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:48:59', '2011-06-02 10:48:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=999', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1001, 4, '2011-06-02 10:49:40', '2011-06-02 10:49:40', 'The Lowcountry Estuarium, a Coastal Learning Center in Port Royal is hosting Critter Fest 2011 – Celebrating Creatures of the Estuary from Noon to 4:00 on June 18<sup>th</sup>.  Estuarium Open House – Critter Touch Tank and Tickle Tank - Kids Games and Activities – Food and Drinks by Danny’s BBQ. Corner of 14<sup>th</sup> St. and Paris Ave. Call 524-6600 or 263-7959.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nUnited Hospice will be hosting a <em>BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP</em>\n\n- open to the community (free)\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDate:   June 9th\n\nTime:  3pm-4:30pm Place:  United Hospice; 1605 North Street, Beaufort, SC\n\n<em>All are welcome </em> Questions/more info:  call United Hospice at <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/843-522-0476\">843-522-0476</a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBeaufort County\'s Gen. Richard H. Anderson Camp #47 Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV) will hold their monthly meeting on Monday June 6th. The meeting will be held in the Harmony Masonic Lodge located at 2710 Depot Road in Beaufort, starting promptly at 7:00 pm. The camp\'s members will share relics and items of the War Between the States that belonged to their Confederate ancestors.  Meetings are open to the public and guests.  Those individuals who are not members of the camp but who are interested in participating and sharing any items that were passed down to them would be most welcome.  Please contact Lt. Commander Rev. Jim Thomas <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/%2528843-592-2299\">(843-592-2299</a>) if you wish to participate.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThose interested in learning more about the SCV are encouraged to attend. Please review the Camp\'s web site <a href=\"http://scvcamp47beaufortsc.com/\">scvcamp47beaufortsc.com</a> and contact Commander Paul Griffin with any questions you may have. <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/843-524-8792\">843-524-8792</a>\n\nThe \"Lunch and Learn\" program continues at the Port Royal Farmer\'s Market with a session on the Care and Feeding of Camellias, presented by George Cannon of Cannon Farms.  This program will be Saturday, June 4th, at 11:30\n\nunder the big live oak tree behind the Master Gardener table.  Bring a folding chair and join us for lunch.  The food vendors are special, and don\'t forget your market basket.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nLowCountry Habitat for Humanity will hold family orientation sessions on Thursday, June 9<sup>th</sup> at 6:00 pm at Sea Island Presbyterian Church on Lady’s Island and Tuesday, June 14<sup>th</sup> at 6:00 pm at Riverview Baptist Church on Boundary Street. Orientation sessions are the first step in the family selection process, and attendance at one of these sessions is mandatory for those interested in becoming Habitat partner families. Qualified future homeowners currently live in sub-standard housing, live or work in northern Beaufort County, have a steady source of income not above 60% of the median income, the willingness to partner with Habitat and the ability to repay a zero-interest mortgage.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nLowCountry Habitat has built 37 houses in Beaufort, St. Helena, Port Royal and Gardens Corner since their inception in 1990. For further information, please call our office at 522-3500.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'What 2 Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-2-do-5', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:49:40', '2011-06-02 10:49:40', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1001', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1003, 4, '2011-06-02 10:51:52', '2011-06-02 10:51:52', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Schools-EC-Field-Day.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1004\" title=\"Schools-EC Field Day\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Schools-EC-Field-Day-300x179.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"179\" /></a>Devin Taylor (Gamecock Football Player #98 &amp; Beaufort High Graduate) stopped by E.C. Montessori to spend some time with the Elementary students during field day.  He joined in the Balloon Toss and got soaked by the children!\n\n&nbsp;', 'Gamecock Football Player visits EC Montessori for Field Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'gamecock-football-player-visits-ec-montessori-for-field-day', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1003', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1006, 4, '2011-06-02 10:53:08', '2011-06-02 10:53:08', '[caption id=\"attachment_1007\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"240\" caption=\"Theresa Bishop\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Schools-Bishop-Theresa.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1007\" title=\"Schools-Bishop, Theresa\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Schools-Bishop-Theresa-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nIf you’re looking for symbols of dedication and hard work, it’s hard to beat Theresa Nicole Bishop.  When she graduates from Battery Creek High School at ceremonies this week, she will have completed 12 years of school without missing a single day.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBishop is the only student in Beaufort County School District and is among 72 South Carolina high school seniors in this year’s graduating class who have gone to school through their entire academic careers without missing a day.  She is among about 44,000 seniors being honored at commencement ceremonies across the state as the 2010-11 school year winds down.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n“We are so proud to have Theresa to graduate without missing a single day of school,” said Superintendent, Dr. Valerie Truesdale.  “It is a sign of dedication and hard work to complete such a task.  Theresa should be very proud of her accomplishments as we and are of her.”\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSince 1979, seniors with 12 years of perfect school attendance have been recognized by the South Carolina Department of Education.  They receive certificates and congratulatory letters from Superintendent Mick Zais.\n\n&nbsp;', '12 YEARS OF PERFECT ATTENDANCE', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '12-years-of-perfect-attendance', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:59', '2018-07-12 15:04:59', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1006', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1009, 4, '2011-06-02 10:54:04', '2011-06-02 10:54:04', 'Coed Softball results:\nChampions- Lather Motor Sports\nSecond- Used 2 Bezz\nChampionship Sports Series standings:\n1st place- Beaufort Naval Hospital\n2nd place- Lee Distributors\n3rd place- Waters Edge Methodist Church\n\n&nbsp;', 'Here is an update on the Water Festival Championship Sports Series:', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'here-is-an-update-on-the-water-festival-championship-sports-series', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:54:04', '2011-06-02 10:54:04', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1009', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1011, 4, '2011-06-02 10:54:53', '2011-06-02 10:54:53', 'Come one, come all to Hunting Island State Park’s first ever <strong>Father’s Day Fishing Tournament</strong>. The tournament will be located on the <strong>PARADISE PIER</strong>,<strong> </strong>located next to the Nature Center.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>The tournament will be held on Father’s Day, June 19<sup>th</sup> from 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Cost is $5.00 per adult.</strong> Kids ages 15 and younger fish for <strong>FREE</strong>.<strong> </strong>\n\nEnter your catch into one of our several categories to win a <strong>PRIZE</strong> for <strong>Biggest Fish</strong>, <strong>Smallest Fish</strong> and <strong>Ugliest Fish.</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nRod and reels are available, but <strong>LIMITED</strong>. <strong>FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED!</strong>\n\nBait Shrimp is available for sale, <strong>$6.00 per carton. </strong>Contact the<strong> Nature Center </strong>with any questions at<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>(843) 838-7437</strong>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Father’s Day Fishing Tournament at Hunting Island', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'father%e2%80%99s-day-fishing-tournament-at-hunting-island', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:54:53', '2011-06-02 10:54:53', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1011', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1013, 4, '2011-06-02 10:56:30', '2011-06-02 10:56:30', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1014\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"225\" caption=\"USCB student, Coley Davis, and team member, Ken Tessier, represented St. Joseph’s Candler Sports Medicine and South Eastern Orthopedics Center.  \"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-USCB-Golf-tourney.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1014\" title=\"Sports-USCB Golf tourney\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-USCB-Golf-tourney-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nThe University of South Carolina Beaufort  held its 5<sup>th</sup> Annual Sand Shark Golf Tournament Scholarship Fundraiser at Chechessee Creek Golf Club on May 23<sup>rd</sup>.  This was the first year the tournament was held at Chechessee, who donated the use of their course and facilities.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAccording to USCB Athletic Director, Ty Rietkovich \"Our annual golf tournament is an important link between USCB supporters in our community and our student-athletes. With their help we are able to raise funds to support athletic scholarships. This is the best way to help Sand Sharks be winners in the classroom and on the athletic fields.\"\n\n&nbsp;\n\nOver $25,000 was raised for athletics scholarships.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'USCB Golf Tournament Raises over $25,000 for Athletics Scholarships', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uscb-golf-tournament-raises-over-25000-for-athletics-scholarships', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:56:30', '2011-06-02 10:56:30', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1013', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1016, 4, '2011-06-02 10:59:27', '2011-06-02 10:59:27', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-My-Time-Out-21.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1018\" title=\"Sports-My Time Out 2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-My-Time-Out-21-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>The Port Royal Landing Marina recently hosted the Port Royal Spring Challenge.  Offshore boat, My Time Out III crew stand with their catch of Dolphin and owner Captain Frank Gibson shows off his 54lb Wahoo.<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-My-Time-Out.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1020\" title=\"Sports-My Time Out\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-My-Time-Out-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWe want your photos! This summer, please submit photos of your fish caught in the creeks, rivers and off the coast of Beaufort. The Island News will feature the photos and crew in a “Catch of the Week” similar to our popular, “Athlete of the Week.”\n\n&nbsp;', 'Offshore Season is Here', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'offshore-fishing-season-is-here', '', '', '2011-06-02 10:59:27', '2011-06-02 10:59:27', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1016', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1023, 4, '2011-06-02 11:06:15', '2011-06-02 11:06:15', '[caption id=\"attachment_1063\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Dr. Burris and his staff traditionally gather around a patient when he or she gets his/her braces and sings to the tune of a banjo.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN97731.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1063\" title=\"DSCN9773\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN97731-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nWhen Dr. Skeet Burris was in his 40’s, he assumed he would retire at 55. He worked hard, made sound financial decisions and reached the age of vocation retreat when he realized he was nowhere near the age of giving up the daily operation of his practice, Winning Orthodontic Smiles. He continues more aggressively and enthusiastically today than ever before.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDr. Burris earned his Doctor of Dental surgery degree and graduated as Valedictorian from University of Tennessee, Memphis. While in Dental School, Dr. Burris joined the United States Navy and after graduating, he spent two and a half years as a dental officer at Parris Island Marine Corps Recruit Depot; he returned to the University of Tennessee Memphis and completed his residency in orthodontics and served as a Navy Reserve dental Officer at the Navy Recruiting Center in Memphis.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nHe missed the Lowcountry terribly. While at Parris Island, Dr. Burris and his wife, Gail came to love the woods, water, wildlife and recreation of coastal South Carolina, ironically four words widely recognized across the country on the American Tree Farm System’s green and white diamond shaped signs that tell the story of sustainable forestry, which is also another passion of Dr. Burris.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nIt seems Dr. Burris has come full circle in his journey to live and work in the Lowcountry. Determined to come back here against the advisement of dental consultants, Dr. Burris fought the odds and began a referral practice in Beaufort County with only four dentists North of the Broad and one in Hilton Head.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThat was in 1972.  Today there are 24 dentists, three oral surgeons, two endodontists, and one Pediatrics Dentist, just in Beaufort. And since Dr. Burris relies on referrals, he makes it priority to understand the goals of each patient and their dentist. And area dentists know their patients will be well taken care of and be given quality results with Dr. Burris.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n“I believe I am part of a dental team community. I am blessed to have been able to grow with Beaufort,” explains Dr. Burris.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9761.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1025\" title=\"DSCN9761\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9761-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>Dr. Burris’ staff of thirteen has a combined longevity of 106 years with his practice. There are three women who have worked at Winning Orthodontic Smiles for over 20 years.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n“ What separates us from the other Orthodontic practices is our stability and caring and compassionate staff. All of our assistants are certified in Orthodontics and Radiology. The way we treat folks matters. When you’re in our environment, we want you to feel comfortable.”\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAnd that sentiment is echoed by Jan Goude, the Scheduling Coordinator with the practice for 24 years (in fact, she’s retired twice and come back).  She says, “When you walk in, you’re a visitor. When you leave, you’re part of our family.”\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1026\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Orthodontic Assitant Tiera White examines Cole Elliott. Elliott describes Dr. Burris, “He’s funny and I like coming here.”\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9778.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1026\" title=\"DSCN9778\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9778-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nThere is a definite sense of communal enthusiasm in the office.  Each and every employee I met thoroughly enjoyed their profession. They get caught up in the excitement of developing winning smiles and radiate their positive energy to their patients.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nGould explains, “We are building a person’s self esteem. There is nothing more rewarding than that.”\n\n&nbsp;\n\nI can attest. When my braces came of at eighteen, I walked into the high school cafeteria and people took notice when I smiled. It was something I’d never felt before. Once embarrassed by crooked teeth and a noticeable overbite, I was now comfortable with my appearance.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAnd thousands of Dr. Burris’ patients are equally as grateful. Dr. Burris can take mismatched bones in the face and crooked eruption of teeth and turn them into works of art. The mouth is truly his canvas.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1027\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Dr. Burris explains the importance of wearing rubber bands to Savannah Heape as Orthodontic Assistant, Marie Blackwood looks on.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9780.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1027\" title=\"DSCN9780\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9780-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nAnd it’s necessary for patients to seek consultation sooner than later.  If children are still pre-pubescent, they have time to allow orthopedic braces to correct the problem. After puberty, oral surgery is required, which becomes more costly. Responsible parents should ask their dentists which orthodontist is best suited to treat the child’s condition. In most cases, it is Dr. Burris at Winning Orthodontic Smiles.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAnd gone are the days of payment in full. Dr. Burris’ practice has a multitude of payment plans suited for all types of families. Minimal down payments are necessary, and the result is life changing.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDr. Burris is more than an Orthodontist. Fortunately his practice has given him the financial opportunity to practice and teach forest conservation. He is a steward of our Lowcountry and was given the Environmental Awareness Award in 2003 from Governor Mark Sanford. He is also a SC Forestry Commissioner.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nHis love of the land, humble approach to life and dedication to his profession has given Dr. Burris reason to persevere. His passion is contagious, whether it is about timber, religion or braces. When he speaks, you’ll listen and more importantly, learn.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nHe and his wife, Gail and their five sons have built a reputation of giving back.  The family’s generosity over the years has been recognized statewide and nationally.  But perhaps, there are no other people more thankful than Dr. Burrris’ patients. His infamous “Wall of Smiles” indicates the ultimate sign of appreciation…genuine smiles radiating through the picture frame, each thanking Dr. Burris and his staff.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDr. Burris isn’t quitting any time soon. “My goal is to produce quality Orthodontic care to patients. When I am no longer blessed with the abilty to judge a dental scenario, I will retire.” For now, he will still produce winning smiles and continue to practice as part of Beaufort’s dental community team.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Dr. A.G. “Skeet” Burris gives Winning Smiles', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'dr-a-g-%e2%80%9cskeet%e2%80%9d-burris-gives-winning-smiles', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:06:15', '2011-06-02 11:06:15', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1023', 0, 'post', '', 1),
(1029, 4, '2011-06-02 11:07:41', '2011-06-02 11:07:41', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Bob-Sofaly-Sand-fences-in-Moonlight.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1030\" title=\"Bob Sofaly-Sand fences in Moonlight\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Bob-Sofaly-Sand-fences-in-Moonlight-300x198.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" /></a>This sand fence at Hunting Island\'s South Beach is illuminated by moonlight only. Note the crisp shadows on the sand contrasting with the twinkling stars also visible over the ocean. Photo by Bob Sofaly.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Stars over the Ocean', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'stars-over-the-ocean', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:07:41', '2011-06-02 11:07:41', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1029', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1032, 4, '2011-06-02 11:08:55', '2011-06-02 11:08:55', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Veggies.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1033\" title=\"VFW-Run-logo\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Veggies-300x199.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" /></a>The whistle blows, the participants cheer and shouts of exhortation fill the air as all of the participants in the Parish Church of St. Helena’s summertime Veggie Fun World begin to <strong>Run</strong>! They are not running aimlessly. No, they are running with purpose–they want to win the prize of the higher call in Christ Jesus. <!--more-->The race is not to the swiftest but for all who want to exercise their creative juices, memorize Scripture, build fun team relationships, and get messy in outside activities. Water and sand are definitely part of the fun, as is making giant kid-size bubbles and throwing water balloons at Bob and Larry. It’s OK–they are waterproof.\n\nVeggie Fun World has three sessions scheduled during the summer. All children will design their own unique t-shirt with each session’s theme. Session one coincides with the older children’s Vacation Bible School (VBS) program in cooperation with Praise Assembly in Shell Point. The dates for VBS and Veggie Fun World I are June 20-24, everyday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The fee for Veggie Fun World I is $130 per child, ages 18 months to 6 years, with online registration and payment available at <a href=\"http://www.sthelenas1712.org/\">www.sthelenas1712.org</a>. The theme for the first session is <strong>Run </strong>and will emphasize the race we are in as Christians. Remember that spaces are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Our regular trained nursery staff will be present to lead and encourage the children as they look to win the overcomer\'s prize.\n\nVeggie Fun World II will be July 18-29 on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. The fee for this longer session is $145 and can be reserved and paid online also. The theme for this session is <strong>Praise</strong>, and we will emphasize music, marching, and praise Scriptures. It, too, will have fun games, crafts, and outside activities.\n\nVeggie Fun World III will be August 15-26 and will provide a happy transition into our regular fall school schedule. The days for activities will be Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. <strong>Shout</strong> is the theme, and there is a hint of football in the air with kick, toss, and team competitions. Shouting is definitely encouraged as well and running, splashing, and creating outdoor murals of all the team members’ outlines painted with favorite team colors. Are you a gold and black, blue and white, or maybe teal and orange team? Let your team spirit shine through as we shout and cheer for each other.\n\nVeggie Fun World seeks to encourage growth in body, mind, and spirit as we build fellowship in the body of Christ. We will provide professional nursery staff, crafts, games, music, and storytelling as we promote Biblical family values while having a whole lot of fun! We do hope to hear from your family this summer. Please consider joining us for one or more sessions. Contact Roz Dixon, Director of Nursery Ministry for the Parish Church of St. Helena, at <a href=\"mailto:nursery@islc.net\">nursery@islc.net</a>, call <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/%2528843%2529%20812-8772\">(843) 812-8772</a> (cell) or <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/%2528843%2529%20522-1712%252C%20ext.%20220\">(843) 522-1712, ext. 220</a> (work) for availability or with any questions. Run, Praise, and Shout to the praise of our Lord!\n\n&nbsp;', 'Calling All Children to Veggie Fun World!', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'calling-all-children-to-veggie-fun-world', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:08:55', '2011-06-02 11:08:55', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1032', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(1035, 4, '2011-06-02 11:09:50', '2011-06-02 11:09:50', 'SOUTH CAROLINA’S\n<h1><strong>HUNTING ISLAND STATE PARK</strong></h1>\nJune, 2011\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n<table border=\"1\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\" align=\"left\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"64\" valign=\"top\">Sunday</td>\n<td width=\"63\" valign=\"top\">Monday</td>\n<td width=\"72\" valign=\"top\">Tuesday</td>\n<td width=\"71\" valign=\"top\">Wednesday</td>\n<td width=\"82\" valign=\"top\">Thursday</td>\n<td width=\"77\" valign=\"top\">Friday</td>\n<td width=\"90\" valign=\"top\">Saturday</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"64\" valign=\"top\">&nbsp;</td>\n<td width=\"63\" valign=\"top\">&nbsp;</td>\n<td width=\"72\" valign=\"top\"></td>\n<td width=\"71\" valign=\"top\">&nbsp;</td>\n<td width=\"82\" valign=\"top\">2\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBirds of Prey</td>\n<td width=\"77\" valign=\"top\">3\n\n<strong>8:30am</strong>\n\nKayaking**\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSharks of SC\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nPier Fishing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nDreamcatchers**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nCast Netting**</td>\n<td width=\"90\" valign=\"top\">4\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator   Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse   Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish   Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nGreen   Living**</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"64\" valign=\"top\">5</td>\n<td width=\"63\" valign=\"top\">6\n\n<strong>9:30am</strong>\n\nKayaking**\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSea Turtle Tracks\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>4:00pm</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh</td>\n<td width=\"72\" valign=\"top\">7\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nCarolina Explorers**\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nSea Safari\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBeachwalk</td>\n<td width=\"71\" valign=\"top\">8\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nReptiles of the SC Lowcountry\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nWalk in the Woods</td>\n<td width=\"82\" valign=\"top\">9\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nWoodland Birds</td>\n<td width=\"77\" valign=\"top\">10\n\n<strong>8:30am</strong>\n\nKayaking**\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nPirates of the Carolinas\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nPier Fishing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nDreamcatchers**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nCast Netting**</td>\n<td width=\"90\" valign=\"top\">11\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator   Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse   Tour\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nWhat’s   on the Menu?\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish   Printing**\n\n&nbsp;</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"64\" valign=\"top\">12</td>\n<td width=\"63\" valign=\"top\">13\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>9:00am</strong>\n\nSalt   Marsh Kayaking**\n\n<strong>4:00pm</strong>\n\nSecrets   of the Salt Marsh</td>\n<td width=\"72\" valign=\"top\">14\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nCarolina Explorers**\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nSea Safari\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBeachwalk</td>\n<td width=\"71\" valign=\"top\">15\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nReptiles of the SC Lowcountry\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nWalk in the Woods</td>\n<td width=\"82\" valign=\"top\">16\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBirds of Prey<strong> </strong></td>\n<td width=\"77\" valign=\"top\">17\n\n<strong>8:30am</strong>\n\nKayaking**\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSharks of SC\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nPier Fishing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nDreamcatchers**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nCast Netting**<strong> </strong></td>\n<td width=\"90\" valign=\"top\">18\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator   Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse   Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish   Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nGreen   Living**</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"64\" valign=\"top\">19\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>9:00am</strong>\n\nFishing   Tournament\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;</td>\n<td width=\"63\" valign=\"top\">20\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>9:30am</strong>\n\nSalt   Marsh Kayaking**\n\n<strong>4:00pm</strong>\n\nSecrets   of the Salt Marsh</td>\n<td width=\"72\" valign=\"top\">21\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nCarolina Explorers**\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nSea Safari\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBeachwalk</td>\n<td width=\"71\" valign=\"top\">22\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nReptiles of the SC Lowcountry\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nWalk in the Woods</td>\n<td width=\"82\" valign=\"top\">23\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nWoodland Birds<strong> </strong></td>\n<td width=\"77\" valign=\"top\">24\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>8:30am</strong>\n\nSalt Marsh Kayaking**\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nCast Netting**<strong> </strong></td>\n<td width=\"90\" valign=\"top\">25\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator   Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse   Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish   Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nGreen   Living**</td>\n</tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"64\" valign=\"top\">26\n\n<strong> </strong></td>\n<td width=\"63\" valign=\"top\">27\n\n<strong>9:30am</strong>\n\nKayaking**\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSea Turtle Tracks\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>4:00pm</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh</td>\n<td width=\"72\" valign=\"top\">28\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nCarolina Explorers**\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nSea Safari\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBeachwalk</td>\n<td width=\"71\" valign=\"top\">29\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nAlligator Talk\n\n<strong>12:00pm</strong>\n\nLighthouse Tour\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nReptiles of the SC Lowcountry\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nWalk in the Woods</td>\n<td width=\"82\" valign=\"top\">30\n\n<strong>10:00am</strong>\n\nSecrets of the Salt Marsh\n\n<strong>11:00am</strong>\n\nCrabbing**\n\n<strong>1:00pm</strong>\n\nFish Printing**\n\n<strong>3:00pm</strong>\n\nBirds of Prey</td>\n<td width=\"77\" valign=\"top\">&nbsp;</td>\n<td width=\"90\">\n<h1><strong>**   Pre-registration and/or Fees Required!!</strong></h1>\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>\n</strong><strong>**</strong></td>\n</tr>\n</tbody>\n</table>\n<h1><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Program Descriptions</span></strong><strong> </strong></h1>\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Alligator Talk: Meet at the Park Office.</span></strong> Discover modern-day dinosaurs during this enlightening look at our largest reptile. <strong>(All ages, 30 minutes)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Beach Walk: </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at the Lighthouse</span></strong> for an interpretive talk about the physical changes that occur on a barrier island while exploring the biological aspects of the beach environment. <strong>(All ages, 1 hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Birds of Prey: </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at the Nature Center</span></strong> for an enlightening look at some of the most amazing hunters in the animal kingdom-Raptors!  <strong>(All ages, 1 hour).</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Carolina Explorers: Meet at the Nature Center </span></strong>for arts and crafts while learning about Hunting Island. All projects are nature-based. <strong>$5 per person. For ages 3-7.  Pre-registration is Required!!! </strong><strong>(3-7 year olds, 1 hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Cast Netting</span></strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">: <strong>Meet at Lagoon Parking Lot “J</strong></span><strong>” </strong>to gain a skill you can apply to everyday life in the Lowcountry-catching shrimp and bait!  After learning the technique, participants will practice their new skill<strong>.  Pre-registration is required!  (6 years and up, 1 hour).</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Crabbing: Meet at the Nature Center.</span></strong> Learn about the life history of the Blue Crab, the methods of crabbing and the responsible use of this natural resource. <strong>$5 per person. Pre-registration is required! (All ages, 1.5 hours)</strong><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>●<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Dreamcatchers and SC Native Americans: Meet at the Nature Center </span></strong>for an inside look at the life and culture of the Native Americans who once lived on the island.  Build a dreamcatcher to scare off any bad dreams and make a unique souvenir.  <strong>Pre-registration is required!!  Must be at least 6 years old.  $5 per person.  (6 years and up, 1.5 hours)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fishing Tournament: Meet at the Nature Center. </span></strong>Come one, come all to Hunting Island State Park’s first ever Father’s Day Fishing Tournament.  Kids ages 15 and younger fish for free.  Tournament will be located on the Paradise Pier, located next to the Nature Center.  <strong>Must register fish before 3:00pm.  $5 per adult.  (All Ages, 6 hours)</strong><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Fish Printing (Gyotaku): </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at the Nature Center</span></strong>. Learn the art of gyotaku and create a one-of-a-kind souvenir from your visit.  <strong>$5.00 per person. Must be at least 6 years old. Pre-registration is Required and you must bring your own t- shirt!!! </strong> <strong>(6 years and up, 1 Hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Green Living: Meet at the Nature Center</span></strong> to learn easy steps towards a healthier body and wallet.  Reduce your carbon footprint while saving money.  A recyclable craft is optional at the end and <strong>$3 per person.  Pre-registration is NOT required.  For all ages. (All Ages, 1 Hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Lighthouse Tour: Meet at the Lighthouse.</span></strong> A fascinating look at how it was built and how it was moved over one hundred years ago! <strong>There is a $2.00 per person fee to climb the lighthouse. Children must be accompanied by an adult and must be a minimum of 44 inches in height. (All ages, 30 minutes)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Pier Fishing: Meet at the Nature Center.</span></strong> Learn how to cast like a pro, and how to catch “the big one”. Naturalist will be on hand to talk about the common fish caught off the Hunting Island pier. <strong>$3.00 per person, pre-registration is required! (6 years and up, 1.5 hours)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Pirates of the Carolinas: Meet at the Nature Center.</span></strong> Alas, ye dirty land lovers.  Throw up the Jolly Roger and join me for a look into the dirty rotten scallywags who used to visit these shores.  Arggh Matey! <strong>(All Ages, 30 minutes)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Reptiles of the SC Lowcountry: </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at the</span></strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> <strong>Nature Center</strong></span>. Prepare yourself for a close encounter with our native reptiles, including snakes, turtles, alligators and lizards. Live animals will be on hand<strong>. (All Ages, 1 Hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Salt Marsh Kayaking: </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at Russ Point Boat Landing</span></strong><strong>. </strong>Learn the technique of kayaking while getting a unique look at the salt marsh behind Hunting Island. Guided tour offers a look into the five habitats of hunting<strong> </strong>Island.  Please bring sunscreen, drinking water, a snack and clothes and shoes that can get wet.  <strong>No flip flops.  No one under 8. Children ages 8-12 must be in a tandem with an adult.  Children ages 13-17 must be accompanied on the trip by an adult. $40 per person. Pre-Registration is Required!!!  Limited to 14 people. You must call the Kayak Farm (843) 838-2008 to register. (8 years  &amp; older, 2 hours)</strong>\n\n<strong>●<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Sea Safari: Meet at the Lagoon Parking Lot “J”. </span></strong>This program will allow participants a chance to view the marine creatures that live under the sea and the diversity of animal life found in the waters surrounding Hunting Island. <strong>(All ages, 1 hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Sea Turtle Tracks: Meet at the Nature Center</span></strong><strong>:</strong><strong> </strong>This program will give visitors the opportunity to learn about sea turtles in general (body structure, different species, and life cycles) and sea turtle conservation on Hunting Island<strong>. (All ages, 1 hour)</strong>\n\n<strong>●<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Secrets of the Salt Marsh: </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at the</span></strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> <strong>Marsh Boardwalk</strong></span><strong> </strong>for an enlightening interpretative walk through the wonderful world of the Salt Marsh; one of the four ecosystems on Hunting Island<strong>. (All ages, 1 hour).</strong>\n\n<strong>●<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sharks of SC: Meet at the Nature Center</span></strong> Sleek design, powerful swimmer, and a bad reputation...  We\'re talking about sharks!  Join us in the Nature Center classroom to see what the buzz is all about. <strong>(All ages, 30 minutes)</strong><strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Walk in the Woods: </span></strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Meet at the Nature Center.</span></strong><strong> </strong>Join a Naturalist for a hike through the Maritime forest. View ancient dunes, learn about the edible plants of the island and possibly see some of the creatures that call our forest home! <strong>(All Ages, 1 hour).</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> What’s on the Menu?: Meet at the Nature Center.</span></strong> Join us as we feed our animals.  Help a staff member catch crabs for the turtles and watch a snake hunt its prey. <strong>(All Ages, 30 minutes)</strong>\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"> Woodland Birds of Hunting Island: Meet at the Nature Center </span></strong>to learn about the diversity of birdlife found in the maritime forest of Hunting Islands. (<strong>All Ages, 1 Hour</strong>).\n\n<strong>●</strong><strong> </strong><strong> </strong><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">For a fee of $99, the <em>Passport Plus</em></span></strong> will afford the same admission privileges as an annual Park Passport, but will also include free admission for up to 4 persons for programs costing $8 and under.\n\nNature Center Hours: 9am-5pm Sunday-Saturday\n\n<strong>PROGRAM INFORMATION: 843.838-7437</strong>\n\n<strong>For more information,</strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.southcarolinaparks.com\"><strong>www.southcarolinaparks.com</strong></a><strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Hunting Island Activities', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'hunting-island-activities', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:09:50', '2011-06-02 11:09:50', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1035', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1037, 4, '2011-06-02 11:12:29', '2011-06-02 11:12:29', 'Contributed by Melissa Florence, decorator for Historic Beaufort Foundation Soiree\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1038\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Back row, left to right – Ginger Anderson (instructor), Alex Thibault (Junior), Tiara White (Senior), Christopher Polowy (Senior) Front row, left to right – Charity Martinez (Sophomore), Naomi King (Senior) \"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-HBF-student-Art.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1038\" title=\"Lifestyle-HBF student Art\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-HBF-student-Art-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nBeaufort is known by many.  A sleepy, little town full of historic treasure and seaside beauty.   Whereas tourists stop by for a dose of hospitality and unmatched scenery, we simply call this home.  And such has been the case for 300 years.  So to honor our coastal town The Historic Beaufort Foundation celebrated in style.  With a Birthday Bash and fundraiser that would make Robert Smalls himself proud. <!--more--> But it took many to put together this annual soiree.  Some gave of their time; some gave monetarily while others with their amazing talent.   And it was the talent that really got people talking.\n\nHistoric Beaufort Foundation wanted to commemorate Beaufort and its many charms by having painted directional arrows hung about the event.  So HBF enlisted the help of Ginger Anderson, Art Director at Beaufort High School and some of her star art students.  To say that this group of students and Ms. Anderson captured the essence of Beaufort is an understatement.  Given the task of choosing a landmark or historic location to paint each created a true work of art.  A story was told – a history revealed. With each careful brush stroke the artists left a little of their soul on those wooden arrows. Having chosen the National Cemetery, a historic home, the Downtown Marina, Gullah Heritage, the Arsenal and a shrimp boat; onlookers instantly felt immersed in the richness of Beaufort.\n\nAnd while there are numerous volunteers that make the HBF soiree a success it seems necessary to really highlight these young people and their teacher/mentor.  To have a talent and realize a talent are two different things and this group of artists has arrived.  These students are part of the reason that Beaufort is such a desirable town – the youth appreciate and celebrate the history they live in. So to Alex Thibault, Charity Martinez, Tiara White, Christopher Polowy, Naomi King and their ever so gracious instructor, Ginger Anderson your contribution was of great value but your talent is priceless.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort High School Artists Make History with the Stroke of a Brush  ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-high-school-artists-make-history-with-the-stroke-of-a-brush', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:12:29', '2011-06-02 11:12:29', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1037', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1040, 4, '2011-06-02 11:13:37', '2011-06-02 11:13:37', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-John-Warley.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1041\" title=\"Lifestyle-John Warley\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-John-Warley.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"125\" height=\"141\" /></a>John Warley, a Beaufort-area writer is featured in the new book, <em>This I Believe:  On Fatherhood</em>.  Based on the acclaimed public radio series, this collection features 60 statements of belief about the many experiences of fatherhood.  These essays were drawn from the more than 100,000 submissions made to the This I Believe radio show and website (<a href=\"http://www.thisibelieve.org/\">www.thisibelieve.org</a>) over the past five years.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>John Warley</strong> of Beaufort, South Carolina is a Virginia attorney, who also spent time in Mexico writing and teaching business law.  His essay, Lingering at the Doors, is about his nightly ritual of standing outside each of his children’s doors, appreciating the opportunity to protect and raise them after a yearlong separation with his wife.  Warley is also the author of the novel <em>Bethesda\'s Child.</em>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Just in time for Father’s Day', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'just-in-time-for-father%e2%80%99s-day', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:13:37', '2011-06-02 11:13:37', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1040', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1043, 4, '2011-06-02 11:19:50', '2011-06-02 11:19:50', 'By Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1044\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Blackstone&#39;s Owner, Roger Alley\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9737.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1044\" title=\"DSCN9737\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9737-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nThe Lunch Bunch dined on Scott Street in downtown Beaufort last week at the infamous Blackstone’s, named from owner Roger Alley’s middle name.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1045\" align=\"alignright\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Jessica Hughes, Tariel Williams and Larry “Fritz” Hynson\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9738.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1045\" title=\"DSCN9738\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9738-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nOne of my favorites, Blackstone’s is the staple breakfast restaurant in town, but also known for its hearty lunches. You’re sure to see familiar faces at Blackstone’s, whether it be patrons or staff. Jessica Hughes, Tariel Williams and Larry “Fritz” Hynson are staff members you’re likely to see when you visit. They’ve been working at Blackstone’s for a combined 31 years. And, if you dine on the weekends, you’re  certain to be greeted by owner, Roger Alley who has owned Blackstone’s since 1991.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBlackstone’s is celebrating its 20<sup>th</sup> Anniversary, making it the oldest single owner/operated restaurant in the Historic District. Congratulations Roger and staff for two decades of great food and fast, reliable service!\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThis day was no different than most. We all were seated at the front corner table, reserved especially for the Lunch Bunch. And we were well treated by Jessica, our friendly and professional server.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9747.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1046\" title=\"DSCN9747\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9747-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Pamela took the breakfast route, not surprisingly. Did you read her column last week? About breakfast? She ordered the blueberry pancakes with a side of bacon and was flavorfully pleased.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9742.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1047\" title=\"DSCN9742\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9742-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>I opted for the brunch entrée and got Blackstone’s signature dish, the Shrimp ‘n’ Grits, which can be found on both the breakfast and lunch menus. Covered in cheeses and filled with tasty shrimp, it was definitely the favorite of the table.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9739.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1048\" title=\"DSCN9739\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9739-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9743.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-thumbnail wp-image-1049\" title=\"DSCN9743\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9743-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Barry, April and Elizabeth fancied the lunch menu. April ordered the BLT with a side of fries while Elizabeth chose the Shrimp Salad plate with a side of pasta salad. Barry asked for Blackstone’s other great seller and Thursday’s special, the Shrimp Burger.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9745.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1050\" title=\"DSCN9745\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9745-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>The generous portions are well prepared fresh foods delivered at a reasonable price. And the décor is tasteful and spirited.  Filled with posters of films made in Beaufort, banners of Prep Schools and letters of recognition from local, regional and national politicians, Blackstone’s gives the sense of community. When you dine there, you become part of the family.  Staff will remember you by name and likely to know what your favorite dish is as well.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nIt’s the quiet spot off the beaten path that has become a second home for me since moving downtown.  And, it’s the spot I’ll recommend time and again to friends visiting from out of town. Once you go, you’ll remember it forever. And, when tourists come back, they definitely go back to Blackstone’s…just like the locals do!\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThank you Roger for hosting the Lunch Bunch. You’re sure to see me soon!\n\nSpotted by the Lunch Bunch:\n\nSteve and Mary Anne Harrison\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Lunch Bunch dines at Blackstone’s', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-lunch-bunch-dines-at-blackstone%e2%80%99s', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:19:50', '2011-06-02 11:19:50', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1043', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1053, 4, '2011-06-02 11:23:31', '2011-06-02 11:23:31', '[caption id=\"attachment_1054\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Digitel image of Hunting Island by Dr. Phil Dunn.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Arts-hunting-island-sunrise.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1054\" title=\"Arts-hunting island sunrise\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Arts-hunting-island-sunrise-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nFor the first time, the University of South Carolina Beaufort is offering graduate level digital photography classes for art teachers on June 13<sup>th</sup>-17<sup>th</sup>. Workshop participants will gain new personal insights about the creative process, how to make aesthetic decisions in selecting subjects and frame composition, and an increased expertise in using Photoshop to manipulate captured images- all of which can be taken into the classroom and shared with students.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nClasses will be taught by Dr. Phil Dunn, artist in residence and a Pulitzer nominated, award winning photographer with over thirty years experience as a photographer and an art educator.  According to Dunn,  \"This workshop is the first in a series of professional development initiatives that will bring art teachers from all across South Carolina to the Historic Beaufort Campus to study digital photography as an art form. In the next several months we will continue to reach out to our community and the educational profession as we strive to build the Studio Art program at USC Beaufort.”\n\n&nbsp;\n\nEvening activities will include a waterside barbeque on Lady’s Island and a presentation on Gullah culture. The workshop will culminate with a group exhibition and reception held at the USCB Gallery at the Center for the Arts on July 15, 2011.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSpace in this workshop is limited to twenty participants. For pricing and additional information please email <a href=\"mailto:Dunnp@uscb.edu\">Dunnp@uscb.edu</a>.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;', 'USCB Announces a Graduate Level Summer Workshop in Digital Photography for Art Teachers  ', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'uscb-announces-a-graduate-level-summer-workshop-in-digital-photography-for-art-teachers', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:23:31', '2011-06-02 11:23:31', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1053', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1056, 4, '2011-06-02 11:24:22', '2011-06-02 11:24:22', '1.<strong> Hobey Ford @ ARTworks</strong> for one show <strong>June 29</strong>th @ 6pm, as part of the Beaufort County Public Library\'s \"World Tales\" Hobey\'s intricate shadow puppetry work and creation of the original rod puppets, the \"Foamies\", have earned him a place on stages across the world. Hobey\'s performances incorporate a variety of puppetry styles including Bunraku, rod, marionettes, \"Foamies\", and shadow puppetry. <!--more-->Hobey adapts folk tales from various cultures for many of his performances, always adding a special \"Golden Rod\" twist. He uses his own voice to create characters and sound effects, tell stories, and sing. <a href=\"http://www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org/\">www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org</a> in Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort SC 29902.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n2. <strong>Kazoos on Vacation</strong>: Rick Hubbard\'s hit family show of Music, Comedy, and Fun @ ARTworks where your kids are the stars and kazoos are free! Tuesdays at 7:30, <strong>June 28- August 2</strong>. Doors open at 7pm, adults $10, kids $5. Info &amp; reservations <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/843-379-2787\">843-379-2787</a>, <a href=\"http://www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org/\">www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org</a> in Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort 29902...because we\'re on vacation!\n\n&nbsp;\n\n3. <strong>Clay on Thursdays</strong> @ ARTworks with Trevor Foster. Learn basic techniques or refine your skills &amp; explore new techniques. <strong>June 9-July 14</strong>: handbuilding 10am-noon, and wheelthrown from 1:15 to 3:15, or 6 to 8pm. Glazes and firing are included: $125 plus $25 per 25lbs of clay. <a href=\"mailto:thealligatorhunter@hotmail.com\">thealligatorhunter@hotmail.com</a>, <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/803-707-5961\">803-707-5961</a>, ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n4. update- the grand prize is announced:\n\n<strong>Grand Prize is $1000 and a Street Music on Paris Avenue concert in Spring 2012: </strong>\n\nBeaufort\'s Best Hidden Talent Competition @ ARTworks registering now. Jam, sing, strum, strut, yodel and bang a gong— perform your best on stage, and you might be declared Beaufort\'s Best Hidden Talent 2012! All ages any every groups size should apply, no matter where you live. <strong>Sign up by Friday, July 1</strong>, get details at <a href=\"http://www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org/\">www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org</a>, <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/843-379-2787\">843-379-2787</a>, and at ARTworks in Beaufort Town Center, Tuesdays through Saturdays. Check out these images from the 2010 preliminaries: <a href=\"http://bit.ly/BeaufortTalentTryOuts2010\">http://bit.ly/BeaufortTalentTryOuts2010</a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Upcoming Activities at ARTworks', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'upcoming-activities-at-artworks', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:24:22', '2011-06-02 11:24:22', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1056', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1058, 4, '2011-06-02 11:25:00', '2011-06-02 11:25:00', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\nThe curtain will rise next month on the inaugural International New Plays Festival of the Lowcountry, (INPFL) which will bring three evenings of original plays to the stage at USCB’s Center for the Arts in Beaufort.<!--more-->\n\nThe festival is scheduled Friday, June 17 and Saturday, June 18 at 8 p.m. A matinee is planned for Sunday, June 19 at 3 p.m. Admission is $10 or $25 for all three shows. Students are admitted for $7 or $18 for all three shows. Audience members can reserve seats by calling <a href=\"file://localhost/tel/%2528843%2529%20521-4145\">(843) 521-4145</a> or pay at the door.\n\nLocal playwrights Ethard Van Stee, Becky Mitchell, Nicholas Nicholas, Dennis Adams and Dan Daniels have contributed their works for a series of staged readings and original monologues scheduled Friday night, June 17.\n\nOn Saturday night, June 18, audiences will see plays selected from entries submitted by playwrights from Australia, Europe, New York and California, who entered their work for consideration.\n\nTalks With Stars, by Hilton Head playwright Brent Savidge will be read Saturday evening. Savidge’s play is about a young man who talks with the ghost of Humphrey Bogart. The ghost offers his insights with the frank, masculine wisdom and truthful strength only Bogey could convey.\n\n<em>A Tragic Comedy of Shakespeare Shakeups</em><em> </em>\n\nby 14-year-old Jonathan Boulon of Beaufort will be read during Sunday’s matinee.\n\nPieces throughout the festival include both comedic and dramatic readings performed and directed by local thespians. For a full schedule of performances, visit <a href=\"http://lowcountrynewplays.com/\">lowcountrynewplays.com</a>.\n\n&nbsp;', 'New Plays Festival of the Lowcounty at USCB Center for the Arts Announces Dates', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'new-plays-festival-of-the-lowcounty-at-uscb-center-for-the-arts-announces-dates', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:25:00', '2011-06-02 11:25:00', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1058', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1060, 4, '2011-06-02 11:32:50', '2011-06-02 11:32:50', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Arts-Fellowship-Concert-Choir.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1061\" title=\"Arts-Fellowship Concert Choir\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Arts-Fellowship-Concert-Choir-300x165.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"165\" /></a>The Fellowship Concert Choir of Beaufort will present a Spring concert on Friday, June 10, 2011\n\nAt 7:30 P.M. at United Church of Jesus Christ for All People, 1801 Duke Street.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>The concert is free and open to the public. </strong>For additional information, please contact Brother Scott Gibbs at 843-812-6111.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Fellowship Concert Choir Of Beaufort  Presents A Spring Concert', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'fellowship-concert-choir-of-beaufort-presents-a-spring-concert', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:32:50', '2011-06-02 11:32:50', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1060', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1066, 4, '2011-06-02 11:39:38', '2011-06-02 11:39:38', '&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1067\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Victoria Smalls gallery curator, Mary I. Mack gallery owner, and Vertamse Smart Grosvenor Culinary Griot\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Victoria-Smalls-gallery-curator-Mary-I.-Mack-gallery-owner-and-Vertamse-Smart-Grosvenor-Culinary-Griot.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1067\" title=\"Victoria Smalls gallery curator, Mary I. Mack gallery owner, and Vertamse Smart Grosvenor Culinary Griot\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Victoria-Smalls-gallery-curator-Mary-I.-Mack-gallery-owner-and-Vertamse-Smart-Grosvenor-Culinary-Griot-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nFriends, relatives and art patrons came out to the Red Piano Too Art Gallery’s Spring Fling Exhibit on Saturday May 28th, which featured many authors and artist Mel Green.  Mel Green (1934-2007), a Korean War Veteran and native of Beaufort County, graduated from Shanklin High School and the School of Visual Arts in New York in 1959; he spent the next seven years working as a commercial artist.  Mel Green has been praised for his ability to combine Expressionism, Primitivism and Cubism.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\nHe said about his work…  “My paintings are an expression of my love, ideas, true feelings and philosophy of life.  If you can see and understand the waves in the ocean or a beautiful dance in motion, then you will get the idea of what I am trying to express in my paintings.  It’s very abstract, but it’s also very recognizable.”\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe exhibit will run now through June 30, 2011 and is free and open to the public.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nAmong the participants for Spring Fling were well known Culinary Griot, correspondent on NPR\'s Cultural Desk, and author of Vibration Cooking: or, The Travel Notes of a Geechee Girl, Vertamae Grosvenor; local bee farmer turned storyteller and author of Tales of the Great Swamp: Shrouded in Mystery, Earl Cooler, Sr.; John Warley, author of Bethesda’s\n\nChild and contributor to This I Believe on Fatherhood; and Alvin J. Green, poet and author of The Struggle For Peace Of A Gullah Mind and brother to the late artist Mel Green.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe St. Helena Brach of the Beaufort County Library was also on hand to inform the community of services offered by the library and to show plans of the new library that will be located on the grounds of The Historic Penn Center.  The Spring Fling is an annual event celebrated around Memorial Day Weekend.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1068\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Author and Gullah Historian Dr. Emory Campbel and Sam Green \"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Author-and-Gullah-Historian-Dr.-Emory-Campbel-and-Sam-Green-l.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1068\" title=\"Author and Gullah Historian Dr. Emory Campbel and Sam Green l\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Author-and-Gullah-Historian-Dr.-Emory-Campbel-and-Sam-Green-l-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1069\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Author of Tales of the Great Swamp and Bee Farmer Earl Cooler, Sr.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Author-of-Tales-of-the-Great-Swamp-and-Bee-Farmer-Earl-Cooler-Sr..jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1069\" title=\"Author of Tales of the Great Swamp and Bee Farmer Earl Cooler, Sr.\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Author-of-Tales-of-the-Great-Swamp-and-Bee-Farmer-Earl-Cooler-Sr.-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1070\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Barbara Planchon and Author Delores Nevils\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Barbara-Planchon-and-Author-Delores-Nevils.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1070\" title=\"Barbara Planchon and Author Delores Nevils\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Barbara-Planchon-and-Author-Delores-Nevils-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1071\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Gullah Artist Sandra Renee Smith\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Gullah-Artist-Sandra-Renee-Smith.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1071\" title=\"Gullah Artist Sandra Renee Smith\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Gullah-Artist-Sandra-Renee-Smith-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1072\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"John Warley, Author of Bethesda&#39;s Child &amp; Contributor of This I Believe on Fatherhood\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/John-Warley-Author-of-Bethesdas-Child-Contributor-of-This-I-Believe-on-Fatherhood.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1072\" title=\"John Warley Author of Bethesda\'s Child &amp; Contributor of This I Believe on Fatherhood\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/John-Warley-Author-of-Bethesdas-Child-Contributor-of-This-I-Believe-on-Fatherhood-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1073\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"150\" caption=\"Author of Gullah Mind Alvin Green\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/See-and-Be-Seen-Author-of-Gullah-Mind-Alvin-Green.jpg\"><img class=\"size-thumbnail wp-image-1073\" title=\"See and Be Seen-Author of Gullah Mind Alvin Green\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/See-and-Be-Seen-Author-of-Gullah-Mind-Alvin-Green-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>[/caption]\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Spring Fling at The Red Piano Too Art Gallery', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'spring-fling-at-the-red-piano-too-art-gallery', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:39:38', '2011-06-02 11:39:38', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1066', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(1075, 4, '2011-06-02 11:49:54', '2011-06-02 11:49:54', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/251696_1898219827741_1608991648_1816831_658636_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1076\" title=\"251696_1898219827741_1608991648_1816831_658636_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/251696_1898219827741_1608991648_1816831_658636_n-300x261.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"261\" /></a>Beaufortonians celebrated Memorial Day Weekend with a variety of activities. Families played at the beach and in the pool and gathered for the annual Memorial Day Parade downtown to honor military heroes who have died for our beloved country. Her are some photos from the weekend.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/240491_1980543963835_1550278217_2123615_8155529_o.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1077\" title=\"240491_1980543963835_1550278217_2123615_8155529_o\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/240491_1980543963835_1550278217_2123615_8155529_o-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/249322_1898205987395_1608991648_1816715_3412102_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1078\" title=\"249322_1898205987395_1608991648_1816715_3412102_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/249322_1898205987395_1608991648_1816715_3412102_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/250803_215411135147137_100000347569195_712104_8355980_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1079\" title=\"250803_215411135147137_100000347569195_712104_8355980_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/250803_215411135147137_100000347569195_712104_8355980_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/251671_2082968711966_1177552000_2480502_560921_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1080\" title=\"251671_2082968711966_1177552000_2480502_560921_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/251671_2082968711966_1177552000_2480502_560921_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/253067_10100482370243010_4937794_62245790_5678370_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1081\" title=\"253067_10100482370243010_4937794_62245790_5678370_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/253067_10100482370243010_4937794_62245790_5678370_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/253833_1898219947744_1608991648_1816832_1267121_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1082\" title=\"253833_1898219947744_1608991648_1816832_1267121_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/253833_1898219947744_1608991648_1816832_1267121_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/253992_1898208507458_1608991648_1816737_2361380_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1083\" title=\"253992_1898208507458_1608991648_1816737_2361380_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/253992_1898208507458_1608991648_1816737_2361380_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/254540_10150200738084658_636959657_6693423_7041194_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1084\" title=\"254540_10150200738084658_636959657_6693423_7041194_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/254540_10150200738084658_636959657_6693423_7041194_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/256961_1979353174066_1550278217_2121075_6546375_o.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1087\" title=\"256961_1979353174066_1550278217_2121075_6546375_o\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/256961_1979353174066_1550278217_2121075_6546375_o-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9409.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1088\" title=\"DSCN9409\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9409-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9710.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1089\" title=\"DSCN9710\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9710-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9714.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1090\" title=\"DSCN9714\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9714-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9754.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1091\" title=\"DSCN9754\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9754-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9757.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1092\" title=\"DSCN9757\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9757-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/IMG957143.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1093\" title=\"IMG957143\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/IMG957143-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/parkers-birthday-012.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1094\" title=\"parkers birthday 012\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/parkers-birthday-012-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/249929_2090846275316_1370029936_4456615_3147465_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1095\" title=\"249929_2090846275316_1370029936_4456615_3147465_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/249929_2090846275316_1370029936_4456615_3147465_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/251701_2090849235390_1370029936_4456621_1018172_n.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1096\" title=\"251701_2090849235390_1370029936_4456621_1018172_n\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/251701_2090849235390_1370029936_4456621_1018172_n-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/257162_1980545363870_1550278217_2123621_2442723_o.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1097\" title=\"257162_1980545363870_1550278217_2123621_2442723_o\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/257162_1980545363870_1550278217_2123621_2442723_o-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/258110_1980546123889_1550278217_2123624_6103275_o.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1098\" title=\"258110_1980546123889_1550278217_2123624_6103275_o\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/258110_1980546123889_1550278217_2123624_6103275_o-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>', 'Memorial Day Weekend Fun', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'memorial-day-weekend-fun', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:49:54', '2011-06-02 11:49:54', '', 0, 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(1100, 4, '2011-06-02 11:58:19', '2011-06-02 11:58:19', 'By Pamela Brownstein\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/hurricane-evacuation2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1106\" title=\"hurricane evacuation\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/hurricane-evacuation2-300x191.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"191\" /></a>In the event of a disaster, Beaufort County officials are committed to keeping you safe. Members of the Beaufort County Emergency Management Division have been meeting and plotting and planning for months to provide comprehensive short-term and long-term strategies designed to minimize property damage, restore the area and bring back citizens.<!--more-->\n\nIn return, county officials are urging  residents to do their part and be prepared in case a storm hits.\n\nAccording to Todd Ferguson, director of emergency management,  just because Beaufort County hasn’t seen a hurricane in years doesn’t mean that people should become complacent.\n\n“We need to all prepare for the one storm that will get us one day,” Ferguson said.\n\nThe National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season this year with  12 to 18 named storms (winds of 39 mph or higher), of which 6 to 10 could become hurricanes (winds of 74 mph or higher), including 3 to 6 major hurricanes (Category 3, 4 or 5; winds of 111 mph or higher).\n\nWith natural disasters wreaking havoc in the United States and across the world recently, now is not the time to take a wait-and-see approach. County officials recommend having a home evacuation plan, the proper papers up-to-date (which includes knowing whether you have flood insurance or not and understanding how your mortgage company handles loss) and a recovery plan in place.\n\nJohn McFee, the Beaufort County disaster recovery director, emphasized businesses should also have a plan because it is “vitally important” for businesses to come back after a disaster.\n\nThe county’s team has all its bases covered in case Gov. Haley issues a hurricane warning. From the safe removal of all the animals from the shelter to the removal of debris, the people under William Winn at the emergency operations center know their roles and what they need to do. And they encourage the public to do the same and be ready.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Hurricane Season 2011</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>How to stay informed</strong>\n\n• Beaufort County Emergency Management Division: 843-255-4000\n\n• Beaufort County Hurricane Hotline for re-entry: 1-800-93-5023\n\n• SC DOT Traffic information: 1-888-877-9151\n\n• TV broadcasts will be through the County Channel\n\n• Radio broadcasts will be through Adventure Radio and WYKZ\n\n• For information online visit www.bcgov.net, www.scemd.org, www.wcsc.com, or www.beaufortcountydisasterrecovery.net.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Northern Beaufort County Evacuation Routes:</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort area will evacuate exclusively along U.S. 21 to U.S. 17. Approaching the U.S. 17 intersection with Gardens Corner, the left lane of U.S. 21 will have access to U.S. 17 South and will be directed to Exit 33 (Point South) where motorists will be directed to use the right lane to access I-95 North and the left lane to access I-95 South. The right lane will follow U.S. 17 North to Highway 303 toward Walterboro. Also, motorists wishing to travel towards the Hampton or Augusta area may turn right off U.S. 17 at Pocataligo onto U.S. 21 North to Yemassee an S.C. 68 West.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Hurricane Season 2011: County, local officials know preparation is key', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'hurricane-season-2011-county-local-officials-know-preparation-is-key', '', '', '2011-06-02 11:58:19', '2011-06-02 11:58:19', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1100', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1109, 4, '2011-06-02 12:00:46', '2011-06-02 12:00:46', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Ladys-Island-resident-Graduates-from-Parris-Island.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1110\" title=\"Cover-Lady\'s Island resident Graduates from Parris Island\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Ladys-Island-resident-Graduates-from-Parris-Island-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" /></a>Trey Savel graduated from boot camp on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island on Friday, May 20. Trey has lived on Lady’s Island his entire life. He will leave for Camp Geiger, N.C., for Infantry School this month. His specialty is in security forces. Family and good friends came out to show their support for Team Trey.<!--more--><!--more--><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Team-Trey.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1111\" title=\"Cover-Team Trey\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Team-Trey-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Local Parris Island Grad', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'local-parris-island-grad', '', '', '2011-06-02 12:00:46', '2011-06-02 12:00:46', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1109', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1122, 4, '2011-06-09 14:55:15', '2011-06-09 14:55:15', 'Domestic pantomime\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Arts-Our-Town-Our-Art-Town15.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1124\" title=\"Arts-Our Town &amp; Our Art Town15\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Arts-Our-Town-Our-Art-Town15-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" /></a>The set of “Our Town” by Thornton Wilder is minimalist and perfect for the black box theater at ARTworks. Jen Shand and Carrie Freeman are pictured here, during breakfast time in their neighboring houses. The production is well-crafted community theater about community, the scent of heliotropes and runs now through June 12 in Beaufort Town Center, 379-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.<!--more-->\n\nIF YOU GO\n\n• Thursday, June 9: Pay What You Can night ($5 min.) in the theater, 8 p.m. curtain.\n\n• Friday &amp; Saturday, June 10-11: curtain is 8p.m.\n\n• Sunday, June 12: the final show is a 3p.m. matinee.\n\n• The gallery show is free to browse Tuesday-Saturdays, through July 30th. Artwork is for sale.\n\n• Tickets with assigned seating are online or call 379-2787; all tickets for the play are $15 per person, $10 for students (13+), $5 for children (12 and under) and $10 for groups of 10 or more.', '“Our Town’ at ARTworks', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '%e2%80%9cour-town%e2%80%99-at-artworks', '', '', '2011-06-09 14:55:15', '2011-06-09 14:55:15', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1122', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1126, 4, '2011-06-09 14:57:19', '2011-06-09 14:57:19', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Business-Farmers-market-2.gif\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1127\" title=\"Business-Farmer\'s market 2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Business-Farmers-market-2.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"203\" /></a>The Farmers Market at Pick Pocket Plantation, located at 93 Trask Farm Road and tucked away behind Advance Auto Body on Robert Smalls Parkway, will be opening Tuesday, June 21.<!--more-->\n\nVisitors will enjoy fresh local produce, delicious food, live music and activities for the kids on a 15-acre historic Beaufort plantation. The market will feature produce, breads and pastries, specialty foods, local prepared foods, a variety of artisans, competitions and raffles for the kids, pony rides and historic tours of the plantation. The Farmers Market will be open every Tuesday from 2-7 p.m. now through September.\n\n&nbsp;', 'There’s a New Farmers Market in Town', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'there%e2%80%99s-a-new-farmers-market-in-town', '', '', '2011-06-09 14:57:19', '2011-06-09 14:57:19', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1126', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1129, 4, '2011-06-09 14:58:00', '2011-06-09 14:58:00', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\nDon’t want to go out, but still want to have your favorite cuisines? Get your meal fast with CabbieCuisine.Com! Cabbie Cuisine is a Multi-Restaurant Delivery Service. The service will start delivering to the Beaufort area on June 10.  Some of the restaurants participating are Sandbar Grill, Shoofly Kitchen, Big Joe’s Bar-B-Que, Carolina Wings and Fryed Green Tomatoes. The company can be reached at www.cabbiecuisine.com or 843-647-7766.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Delivery or Takeout?', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'delivery-or-takeout', '', '', '2011-06-09 14:58:00', '2011-06-09 14:58:00', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1129', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1131, 4, '2011-06-09 14:58:50', '2011-06-09 14:58:50', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<strong>By Tracie Korol</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nThe next time you take a trip to a big box store in the middle of the day, park on the far end of the parking lot. Slip off your flip-flops and walk to the store. Chances are you won’t get too far before you slip your sandals right back on, or dance quickly over to a grassy area.<!--more-->\n\nBecause asphalt is black it absorbs rather than reflects the heat from the sun. In fact, a study published in the Annals of Emergency Medicine noted that 35 seconds of exposure, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., to hot asphalt pavement could result in second-degree burns to the exposed area. That shouldn’t be surprising, given that on sunny summer days, the temperature of pavement can easily reach 300 degrees.  For a dog forced to barefoot it over such a surface, the result can be painfully burned paw pads.\n\nOr, take off your shoes and hop up into the back of your pickup in the middle of the day. Chances are you won’t spend too much time up there, either. We prudently do not allow our toddlers to play on the slide at midday for fear of searing their backsides, but we load our dogs into the bed of a pickup to go for a ride. Can you even imagine how painful it is to stand on what is essentially a hot frying pan?\n\nNotice, next time you attend one of the local festivals, how uncomfortable the attending dogs are as they wait patiently beside their humans. These dogs, while you may think are having a great time on an outing, are standing barefoot on hot pavement, sometimes for long periods of time. While a dog’s paws are the toughest part of his skin, they still need protection from heat, just like yours do.\n\nA day at the beach is not much fun for your dog, either, especially if he is not inclined to get wet. Hot sand can scald paws. Even heading down the metal boat ramp for a family day at sea can fry Fido’s feet in minutes.\n\nUnlike obvious wounds such as lacerations, foot infections (fungal, bacterial or foreign bodies like stickers and thorns), burned pads may not be readily apparent to the eye.  That’s why pup parents need to be on the lookout for blisters or redness on the pads. Also, suspect a burn if you notice missing parts of the pads or they seem dark in color. Your dog may try to compensate for the pain of a paw pad burn by limping, refusing to walk, or licking and chewing at his bottoms of his feet.\n\nIf you suspect your dog has a pad burn it is important to keep the area cool and clean. As soon as you notice the problem (limping along on the road, lifting paws in rotation, excessive licking), flush with cool water or a cool compress if available. Sacrifice your cup of beer at the festival, if necessary. Get your dog to a grassy area or if possible, carry him.\n\nAt first chance, examine your dog for signs of deeper burns, blisters and possibility of infection. Washing the feet with a gentle cleanser and keeping them clean is important. Bandaging can be difficult to do and to maintain (monitor and change often), but licking must be kept to a minimum, easier said than done. Some dogs will tolerate a sock for a few minutes but most dogs I know would rather chew off the sock and eat it. Lick deterrents (bitter sprays) may help reduce the damage caused by licking but many of my dog friends view the spray as a condiment.\n\nBest advice is to be mindful of hot surfaces — asphalt and metal (i.e. boat dock, car or truck surfaces). Put yourself in his place just for a few minutes; how would your bare feet feel? Walk your dog on the cool, shady side of the street or in the grass. Schedule exercise for early or late in the day or after a good rain. And while it may look silly and your human friends may razz you, lay down a wet towel for your Best Friend to stand on when grassy areas are not available.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>BowWOW! Is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog.</strong>\n\n<strong>She is a trainer, holistic behavior coach, a canine massage therapist (CMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath.  Want more information? Have a question? Send a note to Tracie at <a href=\"mailto:letstalk@wholedog.biz\">letstalk@wholedog.biz</a> or visit <a href=\"http://www.wholedog.biz\">www.wholedog.biz</a>.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Watch out for hot paws', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'watch-out-for-hot-paws', '', '', '2011-06-09 14:58:50', '2011-06-09 14:58:50', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1131', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1133, 4, '2011-06-09 14:59:58', '2011-06-09 14:59:58', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Pets-Pet-of-the-Week-Radar.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1134\" title=\"Pets-Pet of the Week-Radar\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Pets-Pet-of-the-Week-Radar-300x269.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"269\" /></a>Meet Radar.  He is about 1 year old or so.  He is a great family dog.  He is a total people dog and does great with kids.  He is wonderful with all other dogs too.  Radar is good on the leash and knows some basic commands.  He is extremely healthy, neutered and up to date on his vaccines.  He is chipped too.  You can meet Radar Monday through Saturday at Palmetto Animal League’s Adoption Center in Okatie.  We are open from 12 to 7 p.m..  For more information about Radar please call the Adoption Center at 843-645-1725 or email info@palmettoanimalleague.org.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Pet of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'pet-of-the-week-2', '', '', '2011-06-09 14:59:58', '2011-06-09 14:59:58', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1133', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1136, 4, '2011-06-09 15:00:52', '2011-06-09 15:00:52', '&nbsp;\n\nBy Terry Sweeney\n\n&nbsp;\n\nIt was bound to happen one day. I knew the dark secret I kept carefully hidden inside my oh-so-innocent-looking kitchen cabinets would one day rear its ugly mug, or more appropriately, raise its stemmed glass freak flag for the whole world to see.<!--more-->\n\nOK I admit that sounds a tad melodramatic but I am still recovering from that Day Of Shame!\n\nA Napa valley winemaker and all around hoity-toity viticultural highbrow called to tell me she was in town. Since she had never been to my house, I invited her to have wine and cheese on my porch later that afternoon. Quickly I put together a small party of local wine aficionados, went shopping for three bottles of a fabulous French white Burgundy (a 2004 Louis Jadot Chapelle Aux Loups) and carefully chose several baguettes and a lovely wheel of Petit Basque to accompany them. Everything was perfect ... or so I thought; till I opened the cabinets to set out my wine glasses. (cue sound effect: High Pitched Scream) Not one of them matched!!! (Years of drunkenly smashing them, kicking them, elbowing them and dropping them to their deaths had taken its toll!)\n\nA tall, short, big bowled, and high-and-low stemmed gang of stemware reprobates stared back at me. Apparently they were still bitter at my having massacred all of their mates and finally they were to have their revenge.\n\nI slammed the door in the accusing faces of this glass menagerie and desperately tore open another cabinet. Aha! More glasses! I’m saved! Quite quickly I realized I spoke too soon. The first odd-shaped glass I spied was inscribed with the words “We’ll miss you Sid” (had he died or retired?! I couldn’t remember) Another was a short stout glass that was actually a brandy snifter and doubled as a vase on occasion. I imagined my soon-to-arrive California wine expert nick naming me “Brandy Winewriter” to gales of derisive laughter from her fellow Napa Valley wine snoots. The next glass I pulled out had a red bowl with a fake gold rim, a green stem and a blue base. Good God! I’d gladly return that one to its owners but I swear I don’t know anyone that tacky ... Do I?\n\nOut came further waves of embossed stemware promoting things like The Hilton Head Wine Festival, Charleston Food and Wine Festival, The Savannah Wine Expo, etc. Apparently, if I keep attending wine festivals for the next 20 years, one day I’ll have a lovely set of mismatched festival ware that is sure to dazzle anyone who may drive past my yard sale.\n\nFinally I found my one good wine glass. Yes! I’ll give her this one. But I better wash off the faded lipstick stain on it first — gross!! I got it off all right with lots of soap and elbow grease. So much soap in fact that the glass slipped through my wet fingers and landed in the sink shattering into a million tiny pieces.\n\nWhat did I do next, you ask? I called her up and told her the “truth” of course — that I’d totally forgotten I’d had a kitchen fire the night before that wrecked all of my wine glasses. “They were so beautiful” I sighed, “Each one was one of a kind. Let’s meet at a bar.”\n\nWhew! She bought it. But still, this is no way to live. I’ve got to get a grip on my wineglass breakathon otherwise I can never have nice wine glasses again. I’ll be stuck with this bunch of clunkers forever, or worse, be doomed to one day drink my wine out of empty Hannah Montana jelly jars.\n\nThe real irony is I’m actually a wine glass elitist. If someone hands me a glass of wine and it’s in a blue or green colored glass, I have to force myself to keep from spitting it out and hurling the empty glass out of the nearest open window.\n\nA Happy Wino friend of mine says her pet peeve are thick glasses. “I hate the heavy Bavarian cut crystal ones my mother-in-law has. I chipped a tooth on one of those monsters last Thanksgiving.”\n\nYet I’m not as big a wine glass snob as some. An uppity French wine expert once confided to me that he was such a purist, that soap had never touched his wine glasses. “It alters the flavor of the wine,” he sniffed arrogantly (which of course confirmed my deepest suspicions — those filthy, filthy, French!) I think I better bring my own glass from home if I ever decide to visit his Chateau des Germs.\n\nAnd, yes, I know this is so petty, but I secretly envy people who own the full spectrum of Riedel wine glasses. It’s just the pure unadulterated green-eyed monster that grabs hold of me and I should be ashamed. Yet, instead, whenever I meet one of those lucky Riedel Richy Riches I am tempted to say just casually in passing, “Did you know Riedel was the Fuhrer’s favorite? He made it the official glass of the Nazi party. What? You didn’t know?!” (Of course it’s a total lie.)\n\nWhat a stinker, you are thinking. And you’re right. I get out my “We’ll miss you Sid” memorial wine goblet and console myself with the fact that, in truth, it’s the wine that counts, not the glass. I must be growing up. I lift my glass in a toast — Here’s looking at you, Sid!\n\n&nbsp;', 'A Pain in the Glass', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-pain-in-the-glass', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:00:52', '2011-06-09 15:00:52', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1136', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1138, 4, '2011-06-09 15:01:37', '2011-06-09 15:01:37', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\nBy Chris Damgen\n\nIn third grade, I entered into a nationwide traffic safety poster contest that was sponsored by the American Automobile Association. The poster I drew showed a very disproportional drawing of kids playing soccer (yes, soccer) away from traffic, separated by a house drawn at a different perspective angle than other items.<!--more--> In spite of my major transgression, the poster managed to come into second place in New Jersey’s statewide competition before being awarded the best poster in the nation, much to my surprise. Shows the level of respect New Jersey has in traffic related matters, apparently.\n\nSo what did I do with my $125 prize?  Did I spend it on art supplies or lessons or a summer camp experience?\n\nNo. I bought a Sega Genesis video game system, of course.\n\nYou see, being an artist was kinda uncool among boys growing up in my town, and in countless others across the country. The cool kids in our age group were supposed to be interested in sports and video games and nothing “artsy.” Within a few years, in an effort to tag along with the in-crowd, I had dropped my interest in visual art, gave away my saxophone to charity, and didn’t bother to attend any plays or performances. Only the weirdos and sissies did those things. It didn’t matter that my teachers saw potential in me to develop those skills.  All that mattered is that I fit in, which to a certain degree, I did.\n\nSince moving to the Lowcountry, I have begun to reconsider how I come to appreciate art. Peer pressure and teenage stereotypes just don’t seem to matter much anymore. Friendships are established based on personalities and not on pursuits. In my cherished friendships in this town, I am fortunate to count football coaches, politicians, business owners, and retirees as friends, among others. They have enriched my appreciation for Beaufort and its people.  However, one group of friends has surprised me more than others in their contributions to Beaufort’s social scene — the artists.\n\nThe artists in this town have significant respect and face dire circumstances on a daily basis. They bask in pride as Beaufort is named one of the top art towns in the country due to their efforts, yet have to fiercely mobilize other efforts to protect financial support from the public. They have faithfully painted the vast landscapes and abundant wildlife of the Lowcountry while many of their peers scrape by to pay their rent in the galleries on Bay Street. They have performed countless productions of American classics on stage yet were stung when their main organization literally robbed them. Despite it all, they still produce things of beauty that capture the human imagination.\n\nI will admit that without these friends, I would not have gone to seen “Our Town” last weekend at ARTworks, or have strolled past galleries during the Art Walks that the Guild puts together. I also admit that I don’t consider myself a connoisseur of art. I will testify that I can recite winners of sports championships and losers of political scandals better than I can discuss Tony Award winners and French transcendentalists. My trivia categories on Thursday nights too often neglect art, and when it comes up, the complaints come in from many who play.\n\nBut my hope is this: Perhaps one day I can fully come to appreciate art for what it is and how it contributes to our lives and to the community that we love.  Perhaps the cool kids will one day have a similar experience.\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Art of Appreciation', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-art-of-appreciation', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:01:37', '2011-06-09 15:01:37', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1138', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1140, 4, '2011-06-09 15:02:39', '2011-06-09 15:02:39', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\nBy Pamela Brownstein\n\nI don’t know what it is about going to the drive-in movie theater, but it’s a positively transporting experience. Before the movie starts, this familiar scene unfolds: families and friends sit and laugh together, kids run around merrily, boys throw footballs, the smell of popcorn and fried comfort foods fills the air. It’s reminiscent of a simpler time.<!--more-->\n\nOnce the movie starts, it’s all about eating snacks and being captivated by the giant screen. If you sneak a peek upward, you can’t miss the covering of stars above, which adds to the beauty of your surroundings.\n\nMy husband and I recently had date night at the drive-in. We went to see “Kung Fu Panda 2” and “Thor,” not because we were particularly interested in those movies (although both were entertaining), but because we hadn’t been to the drive-in since last summer. And I forgot how much I love it!\n\nAt $6 per adult for two movies, the price just can’t be beat. I almost feel bad about paying so little (almost!). We always make up for it though by raiding the awesome, old school snack bar. Popcorn, soda, candy, cheese fries, hot dogs, funnel cake — it’s easy to go overboard, but it’s a totally worthy calorie fest.\n\nJoe and Bonnie Barth have owned the Highway 21 Drive In for eight years. The theater requires a lot of upkeep, and other family members are there to help at night after their day jobs. One of the family members, Don Seagraves, said, “We really give it 110 percent.”\n\nTheir efforts pay off, especially during the summer when people flock from all over the Lowcountry to see the blockbusters hit the screens. I encourage everyone to take advantage of this fun, unique opportunity. Be sure to bring bug spray, chairs and a reliable portable radio. Or you can stay in your car, like we did for date night, there’s something very romantic about it.\n\nSoak in the entire experience. With so few drive-in theaters left in the country, it’s just another reason I love calling Beaufort home.\n\nFor more information, visit www.hwy21drivein.com.For more information, visit www.hwy21drivein.com.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'The delights of the drive-in', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-delights-of-the-drive-in', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:02:39', '2011-06-09 15:02:39', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1140', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1142, 4, '2011-06-09 15:03:54', '2011-06-09 15:03:54', '&nbsp;\n\nBy Cherimie Crane\n\n&nbsp;\n\nIt has been one of those days. I have two choices: 1. Tell everyone what I really think (and subsequently be shot, incarcerated and/or committed) 2. Make a joke out of the whole thing (and subsequently feel some sort of relief, justification and/or free group therapy).<!--more-->\n\nI don’t look good in orange jumpsuits, I don’t like being shot, and could never survive in a rubber room. Therefore, my sense of humor is all I have left.\n\nTo all my fellow Realtors, sellers, and the ever-coveted buyer, may you smile amidst the battles, and take some comfort in redefining these commonly used real estate terms:\n\n<strong>1. Short Sale </strong>— A transaction in which the Realtor puts an endless amount of work, effort, sweat, blood, and many wasted days that is anything BUT a “Short” sale. The seller wants to sell; the buyer wants to buy. The bank can’t remember where they put the paperwork.\n\n<strong>2. Foreclosure</strong> — This is where some Realtors are allowed to channel their creative side. No appliances, carpet is less than “clean,” the AC/heating unit may very well be running down the road in the middle of the night, the guy who determines the price is in another state, another time zone, and — often can be argued — another planet. Photographs require a bit of imagination. MLS description?!?! Shakespeare himself would be challenged, and then the search for who really has the keys (if there is still a door).\n\n<strong>3. Under-contract</strong> — Hmm. Once upon a time this had a positive connotation. Now under-contract simply means somebody wants to buy something but nobody knows how much it is really worth; not even the appraiser. So now under-contract can also be described as overwhelmed, over priced (according to whomever doesn’t matter or for all parties involved, simply OVER IT!\n\n<strong>4. Negotiations</strong> — Basically whatever you can’t do and can’t give, prepare to do and give immediately, not once but twice.\n\n<strong>5. Closing</strong> — If you are able to make it to this event, everyone is so mad, frustrated, worn out, and simply unsocial it has a striking resemblance to your first cousin’s wedding. Security may be required, first aid kit advised.\n\nYet we continue. We continue to be the whipping post for a population so beat down. We continue to smile and encourage when there is no smile or encouragement left. We continue the long winding road towards a Short Sale, the aftershock of Foreclosure, and the anti-climatic close.\n\nThen we go home to realize someone drank the last bit of wine. @%#$!!!!!!\n\nHow can I joke about the brutal reality? It is quite simple. If I don’t joke about my career, I will cry. If I cry, somebody is getting punched; which takes me back to my original point — I don’t look good in orange jumpsuits.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Because I don\'t look good in orange jumpsuits', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'because-i-dont-look-good-in-orange-jumpsuits', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:03:54', '2011-06-09 15:03:54', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1142', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1144, 4, '2011-06-09 15:06:21', '2011-06-09 15:06:21', '&nbsp;\n\nby Peggy Chandler\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Litlle-Bits-of-Royal-Chatter-HinesFamily.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1145\" title=\"Lifestyle-Litlle Bits of Royal Chatter-HinesFamily\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Litlle-Bits-of-Royal-Chatter-HinesFamily-300x198.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"198\" /></a>Our Royal Pines neighbors, J<strong>ohn and Kay Hines,</strong> recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Their children, Amy, David and Carrie along with their spouses Tim and Jeannie and grandchildren, Thomas, Shane, Jordon, Madison and Jack were on hand for a weekend of festivities.<!--more-->\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Little-Bits-of-Royal-Chatter-HinesWed.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1146\" title=\"Lifestyle-Little Bits of Royal Chatter-HinesWed\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Little-Bits-of-Royal-Chatter-HinesWed-241x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"241\" height=\"300\" /></a>John and Kay met subsequent to John’s inquiry of Kay’s sister, “are there any more at home like you?” There was! And a plan was made for them to meet at a community pool.  They began dating as Kay could not resist a “man in uniform.”  John was a drum major at Marshall University.  After a long courtship, they were married in the small town of Kenova, West Virginia, on May 26, 1961.  They settled in Huntington, W.V., where they raised their family.  After their marriage, John completed his education at Marshall University where he achieved his BA in Journalism and Advertising along with MA in speech.\n\nFifteen years ago, in search of a warmer climate, John and Kay decided to move south after visiting Kay’s sister, who lives in Beaufort County.  They decided to settle in Royal Pines and moved into their home on Moultrie Drive to begin their life of retirement.\n\nThe couple stays active as John plays golf twice a week, Kay bowls weekly and is currently learning to play bocce ball so she can compete in the bocce tournament at this year’s Beaufort Water Festival. John was active in the Royal Pines Homeowners Association and a board member for nine years.  John and Kay both enjoy the Beaufort Waterfront swinging in the swings, people watching, in addition to the activities surrounding the Naval Air Station.\n\nIn 1995 John and some friends competed in a fishing tournament and he still holds the Virginia state record for the largest (99 lbs) tuna caught.  John and Kay additionally give back to their community as volunteers at Health of Beaufort Mobile Meals, where they make deliveries to needy residents.\n\nI asked John and Kay for the secret of their marriage. John claimed to always say “please,” “thank you” and “yes, ma’am.” Kay told me “a day doesn’t go by that we don’t tell each other I love you.” Kay asked, “Right John?” And John replied, “yes ma’am,” and it seems to be working beautifully for them.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Little Bits of Royal Chatter', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'little-bits-of-royal-chatter-3', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:06:21', '2011-06-09 15:06:21', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1144', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(1148, 4, '2011-06-09 15:07:12', '2011-06-09 15:07:12', '<strong>Tour private gardens with Garden A Day</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort Garden Club will celebrate National Garden Week with its 17th Annual Garden a Day event. Gardens will be open from 9:30 a.m. each morning until 12:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served by The Beaufort Garden Club. Here is the schedule of featured home gardens:<!--more-->\n\n• Thursday, June 9, 1 Hermitage Point.\n\n• Friday, June 10, 608 Hamilton Street.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Sportfishing and diving club to meet</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort Sportsfishing Diving Club June meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 9 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located off of Meridian Road on Lady’s Island.  The social begins at 6:30 and the meeting will start at 7 p.m.  Captain Don May, a 40 plus year fishing veteran, will give a unique presentation on King fishing.  As you know, starting now and through the summer, Kings will be near shore, on the wrecks, and also offshore.  Captain Don has participated more than 10 times in the National SKA finals.  He will bring rods, reels, and particularly the different types of set ups for King Mackerel fishing with live bait.  You do not need to be a member to attend and guests are welcomed.  For additional information please call Captain Frank Gibson at 522-2020 or fgibson@islc.netr.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Bereavement Support group to gather</strong>\n\nUnited Hospice will be hosting a Bereavement Support Group on Thursday, June 9 from 3-4:30 p.m. at United Hospice, 1605 North Street, Beaufort. All are welcome . For questions or more information, call 843-522-0476.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Week of Champions is sports clinic for kids</strong>\n\nIn its 33rd year in this area, the Week of Champions is an event for all children ages 8 and up.  It is a free sports clinic and also includes a free T-shirt. It runs June 13-16.\n\n• Soccer Clinic: Monday and Tues., June 13 and 14, 9 a.m. - noon at Basil Green Complex;\n\n• Tennis Clinic: Wed. and Thurs., June 15 and 16, 9 a.m. -noon at Downtown Tennis Courts, Boundary Street;\n\n• Golf Clinic: Thurs., June 16, 9 a.m. - noon at Sanctuary Club at Cat Island.\n\nThe Week of Champions is a non-profit ministry. Register ONLINE AT  www.WeekofChampions.org. or call 838-2407.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Chamber has business after hours at BES, Inc.</strong>\n\nBES, Inc. will host the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce’s monthly Business After Hours on Thursday, June 9 from 5:30 – 7 p.m.  BES is located at 2712 Bull Street in Beaufort. Business After Hours events provide networking opportunities for Chamber members and guests. The event is open to chamber members for $10 and all others for $20. Please RSVP to Amy Kaylor at (843) 525-8524 or via email at amy@beaufortsc.org.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Angel of Hope church to host health fair</strong>\n\nThe Angel of Hope Health Ministry of Faith Memorial Baptist Church Annual Health Fair will be held on Saturday June 11 from 9 a.m.  to 2 p.m.  The Health Fair will be at Faith Memorial Baptist Church at 28 Lands End Road, St. Helena Island. Activities include presentations by health care professionals on cancer, heart and related diseases, pediatrics, pharmacy, dentistry, gastroenterology, colon cancer, podiatry and drug abuse/fire/safety. Other activities include health screening for blood sugar, blood pressure, body index, foot care and breast exams. There will also be information booths on other health issues and activities for children. For details, call 838-5926 or 838-5031.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Sign up for Gamecock Classic golf tourney</strong>\n\nThe Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament will be on Saturday, June 11, at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island. This is a 4 person scramble, Captain’s Choice format starting at 9 am. Proceeds benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee and golf cart, gift bag, awards lunch, beverages, and contests and prizes. Please call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 or send to Beaufort County Gamecock Club, 2 Carolina Lane, Beaufort, SC 29907.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Habitat for Humanity to hold family sessions</strong>\n\nLowCountry Habitat for Humanity will hold family orientation sessions on Thursday, June 9 at 6 p.m. at Sea Island Presbyterian Church on Lady’s Island and Tuesday, June 14 at 6 p.m. at Riverview Baptist Church on Boundary Street. Orientation sessions are the first step in the family selection process, and attendance at one of these sessions is mandatory for those interested in becoming Habitat partner families. Qualified future homeowners currently live in sub-standard housing, live or work in northern Beaufort County, have a steady source of income not above 60 percent of the median income, the willingness to partner with Habitat and the ability to repay a zero-interest mortgage. For further information, please call 522-3500.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Tasty fundraiser for Habitat for Humanity</strong>\n\nOn Sunday, June 12, there will be a special chefs demonstration cooking and tasting event in four homes in the Village of Habersham as a fundraiser for LowCountry Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build project. Local chefs will prepare signature dishes in the four homes with two late-morning sessions occurring from 11 a.m. until 12:30 p.m., then two afternoon sessions from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Chef Richard Wilson of Maggie’s Pub will be cooking in the home of Cindy Guldin and Steve Mazur, Erin Lurtz of EL Catering will be cooking in the home of Dan Stover, Chef Bethany Boles-Hewitt of Southern Graces will be cooking in the home of Janet and Ryan Norris, and Chefs’ Gary Lang and Beth Shaw of Breakwater will be cooking in the home of David Littleton. Tickets for the event are $35 per person per session, or $60 for two sessions. Paid reservations are required. This event is an opportunity to taste local dishes prepared by local chefs, with all proceeds benefitting Women Build. This is the second Women Build project that LowCountry Habitat has undertaken, and will be a house-building project primarily funded by and built by local women. To make a reservation for one of the demonstrations or to find out more about Women Build, please call the LowCountry Habitat office at (843) 522-3500.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Beaufort Writers meet</strong>\n\nBeaufort Writers meets every second and fourth Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Lady’s Island Airport Conference Room. The next meeting will be June 14.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Sea Island Quilters to hold meeting</strong>\n\nThe Sea Island Quilters will meet on Thursday, June 16, at 6 p.m. at the Charles Lind Brown Activity Center on Green Street. Joey Patrucco will speak on “A Quilter’s Garden,” and she will demonstrate how to turn your flower beds into a living quilt. Contact Joey for additional information at 379-4688.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Chamber holds 2011 Civitas Awards</strong>\n\nThe 2011 Civitas Awards &amp; the Chamber’s Annual Meeting are scheduled for Friday, June 17 at the Dataw Island Club.  A cocktail reception will begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and the awards at\n7 p.m.  Please RSVP by June 10 for early bird pricing to join us for the Beaufort area’s premier event celebrating business excellence.  All are welcome. Contact Amy Kaylor at 843.525.8524 or amy@beaufortsc.org for more information or to RSVP.\n\n<strong>Lowcountry Estuarium hosts Critter Fest 2011</strong>\n\nThe Lowcountry Estuarium, a Coastal Learning Center in Port Royal is hosting Critter Fest 2011 – Celebrating Creatures of the Estuary from Noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 18.  Estuarium Open House – Critter Touch Tank and Tickle Tank - Kids Games and Activities – Food and Drinks by Danny’s BBQ. Corner of 14th St. and Paris Ave. Call 524-6600 or 263-7959.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>ARTworks to have puppeteer Hobey Ford</strong>\n\nHobey Ford will be at ARTworks for one show June 29 at 6 p.m., as part of the Beaufort County Public Library’s “World Tales.” Hobey’s intricate shadow puppetry work and creation of the original rod puppets, the “Foamies,” have earned him a place on stages across the world. Hobey’s performances incorporate a variety of puppetry styles including Bunraku, rod, marionettes, “Foamies”, and shadow puppetry. Hobey adapts folk tales from various cultures for many of his performances, always adding a special “Golden Rod” twist. He uses his own voice to create characters and sound effects, tell stories, and sing. For more information, visit www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org or go to Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort SC 29902.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Save the date for up coming Pet Fair</strong>\n\nSave the Date: September 17, at United Hospice of Beaufort, 1605 North Street,\n\nAdoption Fair, dog show, pet boutique, photos with your pet and more. Proceeds to benefit The United Hospice Foundation. For more information, call 843-522-0476.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'What 2 Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-2-do-6', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:07:12', '2011-06-09 15:07:12', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1148', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1150, 4, '2011-06-09 15:09:04', '2011-06-09 15:09:04', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straight-Talk-Mick-Zais.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1151\" title=\"Straight Talk-Mick Zais\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straight-Talk-Mick-Zais-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>By MICK ZAIS\n\nState Superintendent of Education\n\n&nbsp;\n\nU.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan recently announced another round of “Race to the Top,” a federal program that offers quick, one-time cash infusions to state and district administrative offices.<!--more-->\n\nIn exchange for these dollars, “winning” states dance to Washington’s tune on education.  When the music stops and the money is exhausted, states will be left on the dance floor and paying for their rides home.  This is an all-too-familiar occurrence with federal programs, and it is one of many reasons I did not support Race to the Top as a candidate and will not sign an application as State Superintendent.\n\nA key question when it comes to education funding is always, “What will you do with the money?” It may shock some to know that Race to the Top funding would not have paid for teachers, teacher supplies, school buses, or classroom computers. Rather, it would have paid for new employees at the South Carolina Department of Education and in district offices, contracts with out-of-state education consultants, rented office space, travel expenses, and even $96,000 in box lunches.  Shortages of administrators, office space, and box lunches are not our problems in education, nor will more of them improve student achievement. This is yet another example of how no amount of taxpayer money can quench the thirst of the education establishment.\n\nWhile there isn’t a silver bullet to fix our problems, I’ve proposed several solutions to transform education.  The state should streamline the funding formula so that funding follows the child to the public school of their choice.  This is a more efficient model because it focuses on the students served by a school, not programs offered.  Parents and students should have a full menu of schools to choose from so they can find classrooms that best meet their needs. High school courses should be more closely aligned with the world of work to make learning relevant to careers. Effective teachers should be compensated for their excellence in the classroom; ineffective teachers should have an opportunity to improve, and those who remain ineffective should be removed.\n\nAccomplishing these goals will require a significantly smaller footprint from Washington. The original Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) was written on 32 pages.  No Child Left Behind, the eighth version of ESEA, is more than 600 pages long.  Federal mandates largely drive the way South Carolina hires and certifies teachers.  Schools attempting to meet the federal accountability measurement, called Adequately Yearly Progress, are labeled as failing even if they meet every benchmark except one.  A school that has 21 goals “fails” if it meets 20.  That isn’t a failing school; that is a successful school with some room for improvement, which is common sense.\n\nThese mountains of federal regulations cost teachers and taxpayers enormous amounts of time and money.  The Office of Management and Budget estimated in 2006 that federal education laws cost states 7 million work hours in paperwork and $141 million, just for compliance. Make no mistake; the federal dollars South Carolina receives today are intended to offset these costly mandates. In some cases, such as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Washington pays for only 20 percent of its mandate, half of the original promise.\n\nEducation in South Carolina will improve if Washington will get out of our classrooms.  Sen. Jim DeMint and other reformers have proposed the Academic Partnerships Lead Us to Success Act, or A-PLUS Act, which would free states from many unnecessary and costly regulations.  In exchange for regulatory relief, states would sign a performance agreement with the Secretary of Education to meet certain student achievement goals. This is the reform we need in education, and I wholeheartedly support Sen. DeMint in his effort.\n\nThe Race to the Top program expands the federal role in education by offering pieces of silver in exchange for more strings attached by Washington.  This federal education money will not solve our problems in the short term.  In the long-term, it will require South Carolinians to spend more on non-classroom activities. Schools need less, not more federal intrusion if they are to increase student achievement. The previous two rounds of Race to the Top were not competitive grant programs; they were top-down directives forcing states to adopt programs favored by Washington.\n\nRespectfully, South Carolina will not apply for this money.  It would be penny-wise and pound-foolish.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Race to the Top is penny-wise and pound-foolish', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'race-to-the-top-is-penny-wise-and-pound-foolish', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:58', '2018-07-12 15:04:58', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1150', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1153, 4, '2011-06-09 15:10:42', '2011-06-09 15:10:42', 'Thankful for a great year at Beaufort Elementary\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straight-Talk-Jennifer-Morillo.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1154\" title=\"Straight Talk-Jennifer Morillo\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straight-Talk-Jennifer-Morillo-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>By Jennifer Morillo\n\nAs we close this academic year, I wanted to share some of my thoughts and impressions of the 2010 – 2011 school year. It is my honor to be the Principal of Beaufort Elementary. We have experienced much success this year and grew as a school family. I believe Beaufort Elementary is a great place to learn, and we have the potential to be even better.<!--more-->\n\nI cannot possibly thank everyone in this letter who has volunteered, contributed, or supported our school because there are so many people. Whether it was coordinating and selling, or monitoring students, or volunteering for after-school events, or serving in the Learning Commons, or whatever, I thank everyone who has given of their time, talents and treasures to support and improve our school. We turned in 4.5 two gallon bags of pop tops to Ronald McDonald house.  We also made $234  in box tops for education. We also raised 1,876 points from soup labels for education. We could not possibly operate without the support of our parents and volunteers who give with a generous loving heart.   Our students continue to sail into success and represent Beaufort Elementary in a positive manner in extra-curricular activities and in the community. We have a unique blend of diverse personalities and talents here. People really do care about each other. We are making a difference in the community.\n\nOur mission statement declares, “The mission of Beaufort Elementary School, in partnership with Beaufort County Schools, parents, and community, is to prepare children for a successful future by providing access to knowledge, skills, and experiences to achieve academic excellence and personal growth in a safe, positive and diverse environment.” We remain committed to that mission of serving our families. Our number one priority has been and always will be ensuring each child learns.\n\nWe have decided to continue focusing on improving our school climate during the 2011 – 2012 school year. Our theme for next school year will continue to be “Sailing into Success.”\n\nWe also must say goodbye to 67 wonderful fifth graders. We will miss our fifth grade students as we know they are well prepared for middle school and ready to move on. Our fifth graders provided leadership in and outside of the classroom and will sincerely be missed. Thank you for helping to make this school year such a great success.  Please know that everyone who had the honor of teaching and working with your children here at Beaufort Elementary School is very thankful of your commitment to education. We thank you for your support. We thank you for your openness and honesty. We thank you for your care and commitment. We thank you for your hours of volunteering. I trust what we do will continue to have a tremendous impact on our students and families.\n\nBeaufort Elementary is a great place to be and I know we will continue to work together to make it even better. I know all of you are looking forward to a nice summer break and I hope you find time to relax, rest, and spend quality time with family. I look forward to the 2011 – 2012 school year with great anticipation and hope for another outstanding year filled of student success.  Have a safe and wonderful summer!\n\n<em>Jennifer Morillo is the principal of Beaufort Elementary School.</em>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Straight Talk: Education', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'straight-talk-education', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:58', '2018-07-12 15:04:58', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1153', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1156, 4, '2011-06-09 15:11:28', '2011-06-09 15:11:28', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\nEffective Monday, June 6, hours were reduced at most of the branches within the Beaufort County Library System as part of the county’s effort to deal with loss of staff.<!--more-->\n\nCurrently, the library system is short 21 positions; reduction of public service hours will allow the library to provide services in light of the loss of 25% of its staff.   Library administration developed the new public service hours schedule based upon current customer usage patterns so as to minimize the impact to the community. The Library Board of Trustees approved the new schedule and the South Carolina State Library, as required by statute, granted a waiver.\n\nLibrary branches in Beaufort and Hilton Head will be cut back from 60 to 40 hours per week. They will be open Monday and Wednesday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday and Thursday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Friday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.  All branch libraries in the system will be closed on Sundays.\n\nThe Lobeco branch will remain open for 40 hours each week from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.   The St. Helena branch, located at St. Helena Elementary School, will remain at 22 1/2 hours with no change in hours.  It will be open Monday through Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m., closed Friday and open on Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.\n\nThe new St. Helena Branch Library project will continue to move forward toward a completion date of November 2012.  For more information on the schedule change and on other library activities, visit www.beaufortcountylibrary.org.  The site provides continuous access to information, calendars, databases and the online catalogue.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>book store opens at beaufort library</strong>\n\nA long-time dream of the Friends of the Beaufort County Library has become a reality.  Through the efforts of Library Director Wlodek Zaryczny and the downtown Beaufort library branch staff, the group has established a new, gently-used book store in the former Beaufort District Collection Room, located on the main floor to the right as you walk into the Beaufort library.  Current hours of operation are Tuesdays from 4-8 p.m. and Fridays from 1-5 p.m.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nFriends of the Beaufort County Library contributed more than $39,000 last year for unfunded programs, materials and equipment at the Beaufort, St. Helena and Lobeco branches.  Those dollars came from fundraisers, such as the annual fall and spring book sales.  FOL hopes to add the funds raised from the year-round Gently-Used Book Store to their annual contribution.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWhile the annual fall and spring book sales will continue, residents and visitors can now purchase books year-round as opposed to twice a year.  According to Book Store Manager Geni Flowers, there is a large selection of excellent quality, gently-used books in a wide variety of interests.  All books in the store are those donated by residents and visitors to Beaufort; and, the shelves are continually re-stocked with donated books, offering affordable prices starting at just 50 cents.  For more information, call 843-812-3574.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Library system reduces hours due to loss of staff', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'library-system-reduces-hours-due-to-loss-of-staff', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:11:28', '2011-06-09 15:11:28', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1156', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1158, 4, '2011-06-09 15:12:18', '2011-06-09 15:12:18', '<h1></h1>\nBy Charles Tumlin\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWhile changes in the economy occur regularly, what we have experienced recently is anything but a “normal” change. The challenges of the current economy haven’t been seen or experienced in our country in decades. Like most investors, you may wish you could figure out some way to know when economic conditions were about to change, or what adjustments you should make in your portfolio based on current conditions.  It’s a tricky topic, and even economists disagree about the nature and causes of economic cycles.  But we can at least take a look at some of the issues you need to be aware of, and help familiarize you with how the economy works.<!--more-->\n\n<strong>Advance or expansion</strong>\n\nWhen times are good and the economy is growing, we typically see indications such as falling unemployment rates and factories taking advantage of excess capacity, to name a couple.  While the news during this phase is typically positive, you may soon start to see signs of problems ahead.  If inflationary pressures begin to creep in, this is typically when the Fed raises interest rates in an attempt to help keep the economy from overheating.\n\n<strong>Peak</strong>\n\nBy the time we get to this point, the economy tends to be operating at full employment, factories have generally used up their excess capacity, and inflationary pressures are usually building.  When rising labor and materials costs squeeze companies’ profit margins, the Fed will usually move more aggressively in an attempt to slow growth by raising rates to help ease inflationary pressure.\n\n<strong>Decline, slowdown or recession</strong>\n\nIdeally, action by the Fed to tame inflation should allow the economy to gradually adjust to a sustainable long-term growth rate without the threat of inflation.  In reality, however, the combination of the Fed’s tightening and the need to correct accumulated imbalances in labor and materials supplies typically slows growth to a level that’s actually below the economy’s long-term potential.  Unemployment rises, factories slow down, and inflationary pressures ease.\n\n<strong>Trough</strong>\n\nAt this point in the cycle, inventories are depleted.  The Fed lowers interest rates in an attempt to help stimulate the economy, and businesses and homeowners may consider refinancing mortgages to take advantage of lower rates. Companies will eventually purchase new equipment and expand operations, helping inventories to grow and marking the beginning of a new expansion.\n\nAs you can see, there are some telltale signs that can at least give some idea of where the economy is in its cycle.  However, to make matters more complicated for you as an investor, the stock market tends to move in advance of the economy, usually in response to investors’ anticipation of what they see down the road.  The biggest challenge is knowing when the shift to the next phase will occur, because predicting the market and the economy is a bit like forecasting the weather.\n\nAs an investor, your level of concern for economic fluctuations will depend on several factors.  Working with a Financial Advisor could prove valuable if you decide to employ such a strategy.\n\n<em>This article was written by Wells Fargo Advisors and provided courtesy of Arthur Levin.</em>\n\n<em>Investments in securities and insurance products are: NOT FDIC-INSURED/NOT BANK-GUARANTEED/MAY LOSE VALUE</em>\n\n<em>Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, Member SIPC, is a registered broker-dealer and a separate non-bank affiliate of Wells Fargo &amp; Company.</em>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Navigating Today’s Economy', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'navigating-today%e2%80%99s-economy', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:12:18', '2011-06-09 15:12:18', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1158', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1160, 4, '2011-06-09 15:17:58', '2011-06-09 15:17:58', '&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\nBy Marie McAden\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1162\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"From left to right, Mimi Glenn, RN, Andrea Davis, Unit Secretary, Erika Cathey, CNA,  Renee&#39; Pritchard, RN, Shayne Pitts, RN, Diane Razo, Karen Carroll, Megan Dean, RN, Bev Yoder.\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Health-From-left-to-right-Mimi-Glenn-RN-Andrea-Davis-Unit-Secretary-Erika-Cathey-CNA-Renee-Pritchard-RN-Shayne-Pitts-RN-Diane-Razo-Karen-Carroll-Megan-Dean-RN-Bev-Yoder.1.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1162\" title=\"Health-From left to right, Mimi Glenn, RN, Andrea Davis, Unit Secretary, Erika Cathey, CNA,  Renee\' Pritchard, RN, Shayne Pitts, RN, Diane Razo, Karen Carroll, Megan Dean, RN, Bev Yoder.\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Health-From-left-to-right-Mimi-Glenn-RN-Andrea-Davis-Unit-Secretary-Erika-Cathey-CNA-Renee-Pritchard-RN-Shayne-Pitts-RN-Diane-Razo-Karen-Carroll-Megan-Dean-RN-Bev-Yoder.1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nZip. Zero. Zilch. Not one patient in the last 30 months has developed a bloodstream infection in Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s Intensive Care Unit.<!--more-->\n\nIt has taken a concerted effort by staff and physicians to win the battle of the bugs — a problem that continues to plague hospitals across the country.\n\nBloodstream infections are introduced through central lines, an intravenous catheter used to deliver medication, nutrition and fluids to a patient. The thin, flexible tube is inserted into one of the large veins deep in the chest near the heart.\n\n“When you break the skin to insert these devices, you’re making it easier for organisms to enter the body,” said Beverly Yoder, RN, Beaufort Memorial’s Infection Prevention Coordinator.\n\nAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 248,000 bloodstream infections occur in U.S. hospitals each year, leading to longer hospital stays, higher costs and an increased risk of death.\n\n“With central line infections, germs are transmitted throughout the body via the bloodstream,” said Diane Razo, RN, director of critical care for BMH. “It’s a very serious condition that can affect vital organs.”\n\nTo reduce the number of infections caused by central lines, the Institute for Healthcare Improvement developed a series of evidence-based practices physicians and nurses should follow when inserting and maintaining a central line. Beaufort Memorial implemented the recommendations in 2006.\n\nThe hospital purchased special central line kits that contain everything needed to insert the catheter in a sterile environment, including the prescribed antiseptic, full-body sterile drapes, sterile mask, cap, gloves and gown, as well as a checklist to follow. The staff was trained on how to use the kits, where to insert the lines to minimize the risk of infection and how to properly change the dressings.\n\nIn 2009, BMH went a step further and joined the “On the Cusp: Stop BSI” campaign, a national initiative endorsed by the South Carolina Hospital Association, to stay abreast of any changes to the multi-faceted interventions.\n\n“We used to change the dressings every day, but now they’re recommending every seven days and sooner if needed,” Razo said. “It’s based on evidence that has proven to reduce the risk of introducing infections.”\n\nThe hospital’s infection preventionist performs random spot checks to ensure compliance of the practices. In addition, daily reviews are conducted by staff to determine the necessity of each central line.\n\n“The longer a catheter stays in, the greater the risk of infection,” Yoder said. “We want to be sure they are removed as soon as possible.”\n\nIn the past, Beaufort Memorial’s Intensive Care Unit had gone as long as nine months without a patient developing a bloodstream infection. It’s now been two-and-a-half years the ICU has maintained a clean record.\n\n“Bloodstream infection rates have come down across the country,” Yoder said, “but going this long without an infection is rare.”\n\n&nbsp;', 'Beaufort Memorial celebrates  infection-free ICU', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'beaufort-memorial-celebrates-infection-free-icu', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:17:58', '2011-06-09 15:17:58', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1160', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1165, 4, '2011-06-09 15:19:56', '2011-06-09 15:19:56', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<strong>By Martha O’Regan</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nYou’ve heard the phrase “just go with the flow” but have you ever stopped to feel what it means to you?\n\nWe know that everything in all of creation is energy: energy is always flowing, and energy is either attracting or repelling other energies. So, let’s look at life like a flowing river with some days running faster or more chaotic than others.  If we continually face that river by going against it, we’ll get tired and cranky.<!--more--> But if we just go with it while navigating the obstacles with grace and ease, we can actually enjoy the ride. Sounds easy enough, but what about those rocks that we get slammed up against, the wrong turns or the roots that come out of nowhere to snag us?  Let’s consider that maybe we attracted those rocks and roots into our life, to slow us down, to teach us not to go that way or to show us what is getting in the way of a more enjoyable ride. What if we truly create our reality?\n\nRemember that we are energy beings having a physical experience and that every thought, word and deed is an energy that is either expansive or contractive, attracting or repelling, high frequency or low frequency, etc.  Therefore, energetically, we have the ability to manage every second of every day just by the choices we make in our perception of that moment.  To simplify neuroscience, if a thought or action is negative, it has a contractive, low vibratory frequency.  Conversely, positive thoughts or actions are expansive, high frequency energies.\n\nWe are each an assortment of such frequencies based on our entire life experience.  Every experience that has ever occurred is stored in our brain with a feeling and correlating frequency that we put on it in the moment. We know that often, a single experience can create multiple perceptions based on what each person brings to the situation.  Each person stored the same experience, yet under different files that could be anything from fear to gratitude. Our perceptions are based on the structures and beliefs that were formed early on and, contrary what others may say, are never wrong.  They may not resonate with the energy of your structure and belief, but beliefs are never wrong. We have been so programmed to judge everything as right or wrong, good or bad, and want others to share the same belief.  But the fact is, energetically, every experience is neutral or “just is” until we put a judgment on it. Once we judge it, we attach a frequency to it and it gets stored in our mind for future reference.  Even if we never consciously retrieve it, it continues to put out a frequency.\n\nLet’s imagine that individually, we are dialed into our own personal radio station based on the multitude of frequencies that we are made up of.  That radio station emits a frequency that attracts people and experiences of like frequencies, i.e. friends, the phone call from someone you recently thought about, an inspiration, etc.   Likewise, those who are not “dialed in” are repelled or are harder to attract, i.e. enemies, financial freedom, the job that you really wanted, etc. Maybe life isn’t a coincidence after all.\n\nThere is a beautiful symphony always playing out in the universe (one song) and we are each a part of its harmony.  The more often we can choose to “just be” in or find the good or the lesson in each experience, the more we can just go with the flow and enjoy the ride.  You decide.  Live Well ... Have Fun!\n\n&nbsp;\n\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>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Just Go With the Flow', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'just-go-with-the-flow', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:19:56', '2011-06-09 15:19:56', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1165', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1167, 4, '2011-06-09 15:21:11', '2011-06-09 15:21:11', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-Softball.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1168\" title=\"Sports-Softball\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-Softball-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>The Bombers 14 and under softball team took second in the Gold Division at the Queen of Diamonds tournament in Savannah held June 4 and 5.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Softball Team takes second in Gold Division', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'softball-team-takes-second-in-gold-division', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:21:11', '2011-06-09 15:21:11', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1167', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1170, 4, '2011-06-09 15:22:34', '2011-06-09 15:22:34', 'Beaufort High School Coach David Riedmayer and Teaching Pro Warren Florence will offer MorningStart Tennis starting Monday, June 13 through Friday, June 17.<!--more-->\n\nThe Beaufort Tennis Camp afternoon session narrows in on the more serious-minded tennis athlete. While this group of players will strive for improvement — and not without laughs and fun — high performance tennis is the priority. The clinic will continue to focus on the whole player by advancing technical development and sound technique; good footwork and conditioning; court consciousness in doubles and singles; point set up; shot making and closing; consistency; patterns of advanced play; match philosophy; honesty; sportsmanship and character.\n\nFor more information, Contact Coach David Riedmayer (321-0381) or Teaching Pro Warren Florence (441-0871).\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nMorning QuickStart Tennis\n\nQuick Start Tennis, also known as “10 and Under Tennis,” is a competitive play format that features modified equipment and courts, allowing kids to rally and play the game of tennis earlier than the expected advanced lesson training. With shorter and narrower courts, lower nets and lower compression balls, kids build the confidence and ability to cover the entire court. Now, children 10 and under can compete and play, moving their way through a progressive court system until they reach the traditional court size where tournament ages 12 and up play and compete.\n\n• Ages 5-8 9 – 10 a.m. $80\n\n• Ages 9-11 10 –11:30 a.m. $120\n\nAfternoon Intermediate &amp; Advanced\n\n• Ages 12-16 3 – 4:30 p.m. $120\n\n• Ages 12-18 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. $175\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>\n</strong>', 'Morning QuickStart Tennis offered in June', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'morning-quickstart-tennis-offered-in-june', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:22:34', '2011-06-09 15:22:34', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1170', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1172, 4, '2011-06-09 15:26:46', '2011-06-09 15:26:46', '&nbsp;\n\nThe Water Festival gave away fishing rods to all the youth that attended the banquet, even the ones that did not fish the tournament.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-a-group-shows-off-their-Dolphin-caught-during-the-Water-Festival-Fishing-Tournament1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1175\" title=\"Sports-a group shows off their Dolphin caught during the Water Festival Fishing Tournament\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-a-group-shows-off-their-Dolphin-caught-during-the-Water-Festival-Fishing-Tournament1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>OFFSHORE:\n\n• Wahoo: 1st place; 24lbs; Robert Detreville; boat <em>Tommy de Cat</em>\n\n• Dolphin: 1st place; 18.9lbs; Shawn Lather; <em>Black Gold</em>\n\n• Dolphin: 2nd place; 14.9lbs; Ty Cordrey; <em>My Time Out</em>\n\n• Dolphin: 3rd place; 12.4lbs; Robert Detreville; <em>Tommy de Cat.<!--more--></em>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-Lila-Alcott-poses-with-a-Redfish-she-caught-from-a-Kayak.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1174\" title=\"Sports-Lila Alcott poses with a Redfish she caught from a Kayak\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-Lila-Alcott-poses-with-a-Redfish-she-caught-from-a-Kayak-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>Inshore\n\n• Redfish: 1st place; 4.36lbs; Billy Plair; <em>Ranger One</em>\n\n• Redfish: 2nd place; 4.22lbs; Lucas Posey; <em>Salty Nutz</em>\n\n• Redfish: 3rd place; 3.84lbs; Blair Williams; <em>Mud Minnow</em>\n\n• Sheepshead: 1st place; 4.88lbs; John Pierce Sr.; <em>Hunters II</em>\n\n• Sheepshead: 2nd place; 4.34lbs; Mike Linker;<em> Team Rae</em>\n\n• Sheepshead: 3rd place; 2.64lbs; Lucas Posey; <em>Salty Nutz</em>\n\n• Flounder: 1st place; 2.4lbs; Billy Gray; <em>Flounder Magic</em>\n\n• Flounder: 2nd place; 1.84lbs; Kip Graham; <em>Team Foreclosure</em>\n\n• Redfish (Catch &amp; Release); 1st place;           2.18lbs 19.5in.; Lila Alcott; <em>Kayak</em>\n\n• Inshore Youth Angler Award went to Lila Alcott who is 9 years old.\n\n• First place in the CSS goes to Waters Edge for Billy Gray’s 1st place finish in the Flounder species.\n\n• Second place goes to BMH for Mike Linker’s 2nd place finish in the Sheepshead species.\n\nCSS RESULTS as of June 6, 2011\n\n• Lee Distributors 8\n\n• Waters Edge 8\n\n• Beaufort Naval Hospital 7\n\n• Beaufort Memorial Hospital 4\n\n&nbsp;', 'Water Festival Fishing Tournament Results', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'water-festival-fishing-tournament-results', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:26:46', '2011-06-09 15:26:46', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1172', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1177, 4, '2011-06-09 15:29:26', '2011-06-09 15:29:26', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-BC-United.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1178\" title=\"Sports-BC United\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-BC-United-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>BC United came in third in the region in the 3v3 World Soccer Tour on Hilton Head Island last weekend. They also qualified to advance on to the 3v3 World Cup, which will be held in Atlanta in August. Way to bring the HEAT, Beaufort County United! From left: Merrit Patterson, Kenny Gonzalez, Thomas Holladay, Dawson Coleman, Aki Carter and William Tumlin.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Team Stays United', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'team-stays-united', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:29:26', '2011-06-09 15:29:26', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1177', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1180, 4, '2011-06-09 15:30:26', '2011-06-09 15:30:26', '&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Kayak Cash for Trash Dash</strong>\n\nThis new Water Festival event on Saturday, June 11, at 4 p.m. combines the beauty of the Beaufort River and going green for the environment. We will be helping to keep our waterways clean while enjoying a beautiful afternoon kayaking in the Beaufort River. Bring your own kayak or one will be provided for you by The Kayak Farm. For more information please visit us on the web at www.bftwaterfestival.com to download the application.<!--more-->\n\n<strong>Sports Saturday, Saturday June 18th</strong>\n\nSpace is still open to compete in the Horseshoe Tournament sponsored by Allen Patterson Residential Construction, Volleyball Tournament sponsored by Marine Federal Credit Union, and the Men’s Softball Tournament sponsored by the Marine Federal Credit Union. Horseshoes starts at 9 a.m. at the Live Oaks Park, Port Royal; entry fee is $30 for two person teams. Volleyball starts at 10 a.m. at the Parris Island Soccer Fields; entry fee is $65 per three person team. The softball tournament starts at 8 a.m. at the Parris Island softball complex; entry fee is $200 per team. For more information please visit us on the web at www.bftwaterfestival.com to download applications, and to check out the other 56th Annual Beaufort Water Festival events.\n\n<strong>56th Annual Beaufort Water Festival T-shirts &amp; Passes </strong>\n\nBeaufort Water Festival T-shirts are now available for sale.  The YMCA, Visitors Center, Grayco, and Downtown Marina have a variety of shirts available for purchase.  Season tickets are also available at the Visitors Center and Downtown Marina. To purchase advanced tickets and merchandise, please visit our website at www.bftwaterfestival.com.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>nightly entertainment schedule</strong>\n\nFriday, July 15\n\nOPENING CEREMONY\n\nSponsored by South Carolina Education Lottery\n\nGates open 6 p.m., Ceremony begins 7 p.m. Featuring the Parris Island Marine Band and a spectacular Fireworks Show at dusk. Free admission.\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSaturday, July 16\n\nCONCERT IN THE PARK\n\nSponsored by NEW COUNTRY BOB 106.9 FM\n\n8 - 11:30 p.m., Waterfront Park\n\nGates open 7 p.m., Show starts 8 p.m.\n\nEntertainment by country music artist Lee Brice opening with Josh Thompson.\n\nNO STROLLERS ALLOWED\n\nAdmission $20\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSunday, July 17\n\nTEEN DANCE\n\nSponsored by Technical College of the Lowcountry\n\n6 - 9 p.m., Waterfront Park\n\nGates open from 6 to 8 p.m. ( No entry after 8 p.m.)\n\nNO RE-ENTRY ALLOWED.\n\nEntertainment by D.J. Ross Brown\n\nAges 13-17 only — VALID ID REQUIRED\n\nCLUTCH PURSES ONLY (6x9) size\n\nAdmission $10.\n\nNo Shuttle Service Available.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nMonday, July 18\n\nMOTOWN MONDAY\n\nSponsored by Actus Community Fund/AMCC at Tri-Command\n\n8 - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park\n\nGates open 7 p.m., Show starts 8 p.m.\n\nEntertainment by Deas Guyz,\n\nAdmission $7. FREE to ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY with valid ID.\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nTuesday, July 19\n\nTROPICAL TUESDAY\n\nSponsorship available\n\n8 - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park\n\nGates open 7 p.m., Show starts 8 p.m.\n\nEntertainment by Conch Republic\n\nAdmission $12.\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nWednesday, July 20\n\nTALENT SHOW\n\nHosted by the Preceptor Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority.\n\nSponsored by McDonald’s.\n\n7 - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park\n\nGates open 6 p.m., Show starts 7 p.m.\n\nAdmission $10. Free with Official 2011 Beaufort Water Festival T-shirt\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThursday, July 21\n\nLOWCOUNTRY SUPPER\n\nSponsored by Waste Pro\n\n6 - 11 p.m., Waterfront Park\n\nGates open 6 p.m., Supper served\n6 - 7:30 p.m.\n\nOpening with the Groovetones. Entertainment by the World Famous Whistlers Followed by 7 Bridges, an Eagles tribute band\n\nAdmission $15.\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nFriday, July 22\n\nRIVER DANCE\n\nSponsorship available\n\n8 p.m. - Midnight, Waterfront Park\n\nGates open 7 p.m., Show starts 8 p.m.\n\nEntertainment by Superglide opening with the Broke Locals\n\nMUST BE 18 OR OLDER WITH VALID ID TO ATTEND\n\nNO STROLLERS ALLOWED\n\nAdmission $12.\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\nSaturday, July 23\n\nCOMMODORE’S BALL\n\nSponsored by Mazzanna’s Lawn Care\n\n8 p.m. - Midnight, Waterfront Park\n\nEntertainment by Legends of the Beach\n\nGates open 7 p.m., Show starts 8 p.m.\n\nAdmission $10.\n\nShuttle service available from Beaufort County Government Center.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Upcoming events for Water Festival', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'upcoming-events-for-water-festival', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:30:26', '2011-06-09 15:30:26', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1180', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1182, 4, '2011-06-09 15:31:23', '2011-06-09 15:31:23', 'The village that was home to Native Americans for over 3,000 years in Beaufort County will be the topic of Historic Beaufort Foundation’s Dinner &amp; a Lecture, Monday, June 27, from 5:30 – 7 p.m., at the Verdier House, 801 Bay St.<!--more-->\n\nDr. Eric Poplin, archaeologist and cultural resources manager, will discuss recent excavations at the site of Altamaha Town in Okatie and data recovery from digs at the Comabahee River on U.S. Hwy. 17, near the location of the Harriet Tubman Bridge. A ferry at that location was the predecessor to U.S. Hwy. 17.\n\nAltamaha Town, mentioned in early documents as the head town of the Lower Yamasee tribe was home to 1,200-1,500 Native Americans during Beaufort’s earliest development as a town itself, 1695-1715. Archaeological evidence indicates the site was occupied from at least 1500 B.C. to 1715 based on various pottery types recovered during testing and excavations.\n\nThe site contains at least two pre-Yamasee period burial mounds. Poplin’s research at Altamaha Town revealed that the town was not a compact, easily defensible community as might be expected, but was instead a village composed of dispersed households spaced seventy-five to one hundred meters apart over an area of as much as 125 acres. Approximately 40 houses were once present at Altamaha Town. It was listed in the National Register in 1994.\n\nThirty percent of the town is within the boundaries of Heyward Point, a development on the Okatie, and the remaining land was purchased by Beaufort County through its Rural and Critical Land purchases.\n\nOpen to HBF members and non-members, the lecture series takes place on the second floor of the Verdier House, and features a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception from 5:30 p.m. to\n6 p.m. The talks are presented from 6-7 p.m. followed by audience questions.  A three-course dinner at Saltus River Grill is offered at $19 per person for attendees at the lecture.  Admission to the lecture is $15/$25 per member/member couple respectively, and $20/$30 per non-member/non-member couple respectively. Call 379-3331 to make reservations.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Village excavation to be topic of June “Dinner & A Lecture”', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'village-excavation-to-be-topic-of-june-%e2%80%9cdinner-a-lecture%e2%80%9d', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:31:23', '2011-06-09 15:31:23', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1182', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(1184, 4, '2011-06-09 15:33:06', '2011-06-09 15:33:06', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Eat-Mor-Chicken.png\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1185\" title=\"Lifestyle-Eat Mor Chicken\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lifestyle-Eat-Mor-Chicken-300x97.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"97\" /></a>Chick-fil-A, operated by Seth Scarpa and located at 2405 Boundary Street, will donate 10% of all sales generated on Friday, June 10, from 5:30-8 p.m. to help the Lieutenant Dan Weekend and America’s severely wounded veterans. <!--more-->That evening, Lieutenant Dan volunteers will sell T-Shirts, wristbands, and discounted tickets for the September 16th benefit concert featuring Gary Sinise and the Lt. Dan Band. Other Lieutenant Dan fundraising events in June include: Dinner for the Troops at Bella Luna Cafe on St. Helena Island (June 15); Forgotten Sons Poker Run in Port Royal (June 18); All-You-Can-Eat ice cream at Berry Island Cafe on Lady’s Island (June 22). For more information about these fundraising activities, contact Dick Clarke, dickclarke@iscl.net / (843) 812-7787.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Support Wounded Veterans  at Chick-fil-a Fundraiser', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'support-wounded-veterans-at-chick-fil-a-fundraiser', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:33:06', '2011-06-09 15:33:06', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1184', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1187, 4, '2011-06-09 15:35:18', '2011-06-09 15:35:18', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-picture-of-speckled-trout.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1188\" title=\"Sports-picture-of-speckled-trout\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Sports-picture-of-speckled-trout-300x134.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"134\" /></a>The Beaufort Sportfish &amp; Dive Club has amended the species list for the 2011 Beaufort Annual Fishing Tournament.  SCDNR has recommended that anglers release all speckled trout, also known as Winter Trout, due to the winter kill-off  of trout that occurred this past winter.  The species has been removed from the list of fish eligible for weigh-in during the tournament, which has no entry fee and runs from January 1 to December 31 every year.<!--more-->\n\n“With the extremely low numbers of trout being found in local waters, the tournament directors decided it was just the right thing to do. Hopefully they will quickly recover and will be back on the board for 2012” says Club president Bo Von Harten.  “There are, however, almost 30 other eligible species that anglers can weigh-in at Port Royal Landing Marina, including inshore species such as red drum and whiting, and offshore species such as dolphin and wahoo,” Von Harten said.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Speckled trout off species list for tournament', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'speckled-trout-off-species-list-for-tournament', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:35:18', '2011-06-09 15:35:18', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1187', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1191, 4, '2011-06-09 15:36:44', '2011-06-09 15:36:44', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Outdoors-Governors-Cup.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1192\" title=\"Outdoors-Governor\'s Cup\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Outdoors-Governors-Cup-281x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"281\" height=\"300\" /></a>The second tournament in the 23rd season of the South Carolina Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series took place at the 44th Annual Georgetown Blue Marlin Billfish Tournament over the Memorial Day weekend at the Georgetown Landing Marina.<!--more--> Amy Dukes, Series Tournament Coordinator for S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR), noted that a total of 33 boats participated in the tournament with 45 billfish releases including 6 blue marlin, 30 white marlin and 5 sailfish. No billfish were landed. “There is an incredible billfish bite right now off the South Carolina Coast!  There were more billfish released during this weekend’s Georgetown Tournament then have been released in the previous 23 series tournaments hosted in Georgetown.”\n\nA special recognition award, the Wallace Pate Trophy, was presented by the Georgetown Landing Blue Marlin Tournament to Jim Johnston for all his years of billfish conservation. Wallace Jenkins, Series Program Director for DNR, added that “Johnston has participated in all of the 44 Georgetown Tournaments and was a major contributor in establishing billfish release practices during fishing tournaments that are still in use today.”\n\nThe Outstanding Billfish Boat was awarded to <em>Sportin’Life</em>, owned by Manly and Graham Eubank of Charleston and captained by Mike Glaesner.  The boat crew caught and released a white marlin on Thursday, and surged to a victory by releasing two blue marlin and another white marlin on Saturday to accrue 1,800 total release points.\n\nSecond place for Outstanding Billfish Boat went to <em>Daymaker</em>, owned by Mark Daniels. Jay Weaver captained the boat, which caught and released four white marlin and one sailfish to accumulate 1,400 release points.\n\n<em>Miss Wy IV</em> won third place for Outstanding Billfish Boat. The boat is owned by Ed Holder and captained by Matt Wilkinson and the boat crew caught and released one blue marlin and two white marlin to earn 1,200 release points.\n\nOutstanding dolphin was awarded to Billy Monckton for his 38.4-pound landed dolphin caught aboard <em>Mirage</em>, owned by Bill Monckton and captained by Homer.\n\nAngler Charlie Byars fishing on the <em>Reel Patience</em> won the Outstanding Wahoo award, with a 12.6-pound fish. The boat is owned by James Zachrich and captained by Stefan Patrick.\n\nWil Thornhill won the Outstanding Tuna award aboard <em>Bench Mark</em>, owned by Stephen Davis and captained by Bobby Garmany, for his 10-pound Bonita.\n\nFirst place for Outstanding Lady Angler went to Holly McAlhany for releasing two white marlin aboard <em>Syked Out</em>.  Second place for Outstanding Lady Angler went to Amy Bennett on <em>Rodeo</em> who also caught and released two white marlin. Keenan Grayson won third place Outstanding Lady Angler aboard <em>On The Hook</em> for her 27-pound dolphin catch.\n\nSix-year-old Rance Jennings won first place for Outstanding Youth Angler for an 11.2-pound dolphin catch aboard <em>Sadie Beth</em>. Second place for Outstanding Youth Angler went to John Taylor aboard <em>Caramba</em> for catching a 6.6-pound dolphin.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Results from the SC Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'results-from-the-sc-governor%e2%80%99s-cup-billfishing-series', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:36:44', '2011-06-09 15:36:44', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1191', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1194, 4, '2011-06-09 15:37:37', '2011-06-09 15:37:37', 'Advance sales of 2011-2012 state recreational hunting and fishing licenses are available now through the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (DNR).  Advance sales are available by calling 1-866-714-3611 or online at www.dnr.sc.gov/purchase.html. All advance sale licenses will be mailed out beginning Monday, June 13, 2011 in time to be received before all 2010-2011 licenses expire on June 30, 2011.<!--more-->\n\nRegular sales for 2011-2012 hunting and fishing licenses will begin on June 13, 2011, and will be valid immediately. You can buy your South Carolina hunting and fishing licenses multiple ways.  Licenses are available in person at any of the four regional DNR offices or by visiting one of the over 500 license agents across the state. Licenses are also available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling 1-866-714-3611 or by visiting the DNR website at www.dnr.sc.gov/purchase.html.\n\nResidents and nonresidents age 16 and older must purchase the required licenses to hunt and fish in South Carolina. Persons born after June 30, 1979, must have successfully completed a hunter education course to obtain a hunting license. To find a course near your or complete hunter education online, visit www.dnr.sc.gov/education/hunted.html.\n\nHunting license applicants who do not have a hunter education certification may use a one time exemption and apply for an annual Apprentice Hunting License. The apprentice hunter must be accompanied by a SC licensed hunter who is not licensed as an apprentice hunter, is at least 21 years of age, has not been convicted of a hunting or hunter education violation or received deferred adjudication of the same, and stays within a distance that enables uninterrupted, unaided, visual and oral communication with the apprentice hunter and provides adequate direction to the apprentice.\n\nAll hunting and fishing license prices remain the same for the upcoming 2011-2012 season. South Carolina residents born on or before July 1, 1940, are eligible for the Gratis Hunting and Fishing license. South Carolina residents born after July 1, 1940, and over the age of 64, are eligible for the $9 Senior License.\n\nSouth Carolina hunters and anglers remain the state’s top conservationists. Through your purchase of a state recreational hunting and fishing license, combined with excise tax collected on hunting and fishing gear, hunters and anglers contribute funding to South Carolina’s wildlife and sportfish restoration projects.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Renew state hunting and fishing licenses', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'renew-state-hunting-and-fishing-licenses', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:37:37', '2011-06-09 15:37:37', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1194', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1196, 4, '2011-06-09 15:40:08', '2011-06-09 15:40:08', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Outdoors-SCORE-oyster-project.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1198\" title=\"Outdoors-SCORE oyster project\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Outdoors-SCORE-oyster-project.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" /></a>South Carolina’s Department of Natural Resources’ SCORE Program will be bringing shell and organizing volunteers on Monday, June 13, at noon for the sixth year of constructing oyster habitat on Hunting Island. Students from AMIkids will assist in the Oyster Reef Restoration Project at Russ Point Boat Landing on Hunting Island (before the Fripp Island Bridge). This labor-intensive project requires 70-80 volunteers to transfer recycled oyster shells from land to boats, and then again from boats to nearby reefs. Volunteers should wear closed-toed shoes and dress weather appropriate. SCORE staff will provide tools needed for the project.  For more information, please email doneff@verizon.net.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Oyster reef restoration', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'oyster-reef-restoration', '', '', '2011-06-09 15:40:08', '2011-06-09 15:40:08', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1196', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1200, 4, '2011-06-09 17:11:07', '2011-06-09 17:11:07', '<strong>Dance Recitals all over Beaufort</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9851.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1201\" title=\"DSCN9851\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9851-300x220.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"220\" /></a>Saturday marked the end of a busy after-school season for many area dancers.  Two recitals were held at the University of South Carolina Performing Arts Center and Beaufort High School Performing Arts Center.<!--more--> <strong>Lowcountry School of Performing Arts</strong>, owned by <strong>Deanna Kraszewski</strong>, presented “Peter Pan,” a production that included <strong>Celene Lampright</strong> as Wendy Darling; <strong>Keating Reichel</strong> as John Darling; <strong>Hannah Lienhop</strong> as Michael Darling; <strong>Nonie Yeager</strong> as Peter Pan; <strong>Madison Mullen</strong> as Tinkerbell; <strong>Olivia Givens</strong> as the Lead Light Fairy; <strong>Mary Margaret Achurch</strong> as Princess Tigerlili;<strong> Kristin Floyd </strong>as Queen Clarien; <strong>Grace Trask</strong> as Tinket; <strong>Erin Filler</strong> as Smee; <strong>Lili Walker</strong> as Captain Hook; <strong>Megan Howe</strong>, <strong>Morgan Waters</strong> and <strong>Tami Suire</strong> as Pirates; <strong>Briley Langehans</strong> as Tic Toc; and a full cast of Party Attendants, Mermaids, Indians, Fairies and Lost Boys. <strong>Studio B Dance Centre</strong>, founded  by <strong>Erin Demers</strong> and with <strong>Heather Gwin</strong> as the assistant director, presented “Take Me To TV Land.” Studio B is already busy planning its spring 2012 show, “Under the Big Top!”\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1977.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1202\" title=\"DSC_1977\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1977-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Maggie-Amelia-jazz-1.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1203\" title=\"Maggie Amelia jazz 1\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Maggie-Amelia-jazz-1-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9816.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1204\" title=\"DSCN9816\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9816-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9818.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1205\" title=\"DSCN9818\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9818-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9820.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1206\" title=\"DSCN9820\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9820-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9825.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1207\" title=\"DSCN9825\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9825-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9827.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1208\" title=\"DSCN9827\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9827-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9828.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1209\" title=\"DSCN9828\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9828-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9832.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1210\" title=\"DSCN9832\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9832-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9834.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1211\" title=\"DSCN9834\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9834-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9835.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1212\" title=\"DSCN9835\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9835-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9837.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1213\" title=\"DSCN9837\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9837-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9839.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1214\" title=\"DSCN9839\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9839-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9840.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1215\" title=\"DSCN9840\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9840-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9842.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1216\" title=\"DSCN9842\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9842-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9846-2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1217\" title=\"DSCN9846 2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9846-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9846.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1218\" title=\"DSCN9846\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9846-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN98511.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1219\" title=\"DSCN9851\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN98511-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/See-and-Bee-Seen-Studio-B.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1220\" title=\"See and Bee Seen-Studio B\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/See-and-Bee-Seen-Studio-B-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9850.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1221\" title=\"DSCN9850\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN9850-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Studio-B-3.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1222\" title=\"Studio B 3\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Studio-B-3-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Studio-B-2.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1223\" title=\"Studio B 2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Studio-B-2-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n_____________________________________________________________\n\n<strong>Sweetgrass Music Festival  - All for the Kids</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Teaching-and-Learning.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1225\" title=\"Teaching and Learning\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Teaching-and-Learning-300x228.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"228\" /></a>Hundreds of people, both locals and visitors, came out last Saturday to listen to the sounds of the Beaufort Sweetgrass Music Festival. Five bands participated in the benefit concert for the Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA). The music spanned the generations playing rock-and-roll classics from the 60’s and 70’s on through the 80’s and 90’s.\n\nThe all-day concert featured music by The Groovetones, The Mr. Bill Band, Snazzy Red, Brandon Hage, Eric Daubert, and Audioshot. Some of these musicians used to frequent Bailey’s and the Canteen, some of Beaufort’s old hangouts from the 60’s and 70’s. There was even a nationally recognized sweetgrass basket weaver, Vera Manigault, on site giving sewing demonstrations of her treasured baskets throughout the day.\n\n“We really appreciate all the bands coming together to help CAPA. It was their talent and generosity that made this event possible. Many volunteers spent a lot of time organizing this event, especially Susan Wester, volunteer event coordinator, and Kim Torrey. The business community really pitched in to help cover the expenses. We are thankful for a fun event and thoroughly enjoyed listening to the local musicians,” said Susan Cato, CAPA’s executive director.\n\nCountless CAPA volunteers came out to work the ticket booths and sell food and beverages. All proceeds from the concert go to CAPA to help purchase a new box truck for CAPA’s Closet thrift store. If you’d like to learn more about CAPA, visit www.capabeaufort.org or call 843.524.4350.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Group-of-5.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1227\" title=\"Group of 5\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Group-of-5-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"180\" height=\"135\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/IMG_0466.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1228\" title=\"IMG_0466\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/IMG_0466-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/The-Good-Ol-Days.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1229\" title=\"The Good Ol\' Days\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/The-Good-Ol-Days-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\n\n_____________________________________________________________\n\n<strong>Cancer Survivor’s Day at Keyserling Cancer Center</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0996.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1230\" title=\"DSC_0996\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0996-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>Last Sunday, which was National Cancer Survivor Day, many came out to the Keyserling Cancer Center to celebrate with thousands of other Americans who have beat the disease.\n\n“Today, a diagnosis of cancer is not a death sentence,” said Constance Duke, cancer program director for Beaufort Memorial Hospital. “More than 60 percent of patients are cured of cancer, and the statistics are getting better every year.”\n\nSince BMH opened the cancer center five years ago, the Duke-affiliated facility has treated more than a 1,000 patients with a variety of diseases, including lymphoma, colon, breast, lung and prostate cancers.\n\nAt Keyserling, physicians and specialists encompassing a broad range of disciplines work as a team to ensure coordinated and seamless care.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0992.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1231\" title=\"DSC_0992\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0992-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0995.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1232\" title=\"DSC_0995\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0995-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_0997.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1233\" title=\"DSC_0997\" 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height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1007.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1237\" title=\"DSC_1007\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1007-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1012.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1238\" title=\"DSC_1012\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1012-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a><a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1017.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1239\" title=\"DSC_1017\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSC_1017-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'See and Be Seen', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', '1200', '', '', '2011-06-09 17:11:07', '2011-06-09 17:11:07', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1200', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1244, 4, '2011-06-09 17:33:28', '2011-06-09 17:33:28', '<strong>\n</strong>\n\n<strong>By Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Captain-Frank-Gibson.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1245\" title=\"Captain Frank Gibson\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Captain-Frank-Gibson-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>The Lunch Bunch took a break from the norm and relaxed on My Time Out last week, a fishing boat owned by Captain Frank Gibson. Captain Gibson invited Kim, Elizabeth and I for a boat cruise along the Beaufort River to inaugurate the unofficial beginning of summer and fishing season. <!--more-->It was the perfect spring day, with temperatures in the low 90’s, humidity at a comfortable level and a steady breeze coming off the water.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Captains-Tennent-Houston-and-Sonny-Ellis.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1246\" title=\"Captains Tennent Houston and Sonny Ellis\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Captains-Tennent-Houston-and-Sonny-Ellis-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>We were accompanied by Tennent Houston from Lands End and Captain Sonny Ellis from Bluffton. They were so helpful as soon as we boarded and took care of us the entire trip.\n\nCaptain Frank Gibson owns Fishing Charters of Beaufort, an outfit that specializes in quarter-day and half-day local water charters, all-day Gulfstream charters and entertainment cruises on his 47 foot Cabo.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lunch-Bunch-Beaufort-River.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1247\" title=\"Lunch Bunch-Beaufort River\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Lunch-Bunch-Beaufort-River-193x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"193\" height=\"300\" /></a>We left the Port Royal Landing Marina at 10 a.m. and traveled south along the shores of Cane and Cat islands, Bermuda Bluff and Lands End to our port side. We turned around at Bay Point and navigated alongside Parris Island and Port Royal with Hilton Head in clear sight. With Kim at the helm, we came back under the bridge after passing the Naval Hospital and cruised by Spanish Point, Verdier Bluff and Beaufort Memorial Hospital before turning around again.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Kim-Harding-takes-the-wheel-while-sister-Elizabeth-looks-on.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1248\" title=\"Kim Harding takes the wheel while sister Elizabeth looks on\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Kim-Harding-takes-the-wheel-while-sister-Elizabeth-looks-on-275x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"275\" height=\"300\" /></a>The day was just incredible. Elizabeth went by Publix before we departed and got the boat’s crew a bunch of subs from the deli. We devoured Italian, Cuban and Ultimate subs while on board. In my opinion, there is no better quick stop than Publix to get all your boating needs before a day out in the river.  If you’re headed to any of the St. Helena Island landings, Coosaw or Brickyard Point, definitely stop by Publix for chicken, subs, beer and snacks. A boat trip can be an all-day affair, and it’s important to be “un”nutritionally prepared.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Wendy-Nilsen-Pollitzer-Kim-Harding-Frank-Gibson-and-Elizabeth-Harding-atop-the-Tuna-Tower.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1249\" title=\"Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer, Kim Harding, Frank Gibson and Elizabeth Harding atop the Tuna Tower\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Wendy-Nilsen-Pollitzer-Kim-Harding-Frank-Gibson-and-Elizabeth-Harding-atop-the-Tuna-Tower-300x92.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"92\" /></a>Offshore and In-shore fishing season is here! The Lunch Bunch included some popular game fish recipes for your pleasure. Charters are available all over Beaufort. If you have friends coming in town or want to charter a boat for your family this summer, give Captain Gibson a call at 522-2122. Booking a charter might land you some Dolphin, Cobia, Barracuda, Grouper, Red Snapper, Vermillion Snapper, Trigger fish, Sea Bass, King Mackerel, Amber Jack and even Wahoo in your freezer.\n\nAnd even if you don’t catch a thing while on the <em>My Time Out</em>, you’re sure to have a good time nonetheless!\n\nThank you Captain Gibson for a perfect day on the river. We had a ball!\n\n_____________________________________________________________\n\n<strong>Mahi with Lemon and Capers</strong>\n\n<strong><em>From My Carolina Cooking by Pat Branning</em></strong>\n\n<strong><em> </em></strong>\n\nIngredients:\n\n4 pounds fresh mahi\n\n2 cups all purpose flour, seasoned with 1 tablespoon dried oregano\n\n8 eggs and 1cup milk, beaten together\n\n1quart Panko breadcrumbs\n\n4 lemons\n\n½ pound butter\n\n3 tablespoons capers\n\n½ bunch chopped parsley, washed, dried and chopped fine\n\nSalt and freshly ground black pepper\n\n2 pound well washed fresh spinach\n\n2 cups vegetable oil\n\nDirections:\n\nSlice the mahi very thin, on the bias, into 16 equal parts.  Dip the mahi into the flour, then dip into the egg, then dip the mahi into the bread crumbs.  Set on a plate or tray and refrigerate. Squeeze the juice from the lemons. Just before starting to pan fry the mahi, place the butter and lemon juice in a small pan and melt over low heat.  When emulsified, mix in the capers, and parsley.  Set aside and keep sauce warm. Heat oil in a large pan until fairly hot, and sauté fish in batches until nice and brown.  Place on a plate in a warm oven until all are cooked.\n\nWhile the fish is cooking, warm the wilted spinach in a dab of butter and season with salt and pepper.  Plate a mound of spinach, and place two mahi fillets on top of the spinach.  Spoon the sauce around the bottom of the plate.  Repeat this process for each plate.  Yields: 8 servings.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Baked Fish Daufuskie</strong>\n\n<strong><em>From The Pat Conroy Cookbook by Pat Conroy and Suzanne Williamson Pollak</em></strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDish can be prepared with Grouper or other firm-fleshed white fish, such as red snapper, sea bass or mahi mahi\n\n&nbsp;\n\nIngredients:\n\n4 fish filets\n\n1 medium red onion, sliced\n\n½ cup mayonnaise\n\n2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard\n\n1 Tablespoon fresh lemon juice\n\nPaprika\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDirections:\n\nPreheat oven to 350°F. Put the filets in a greased baking dish and cover with sliced onion. Combine the mayonnaise, mustard and lemon juice in a small bowl and spoon the mixture over the fish and onion. Sprinkle the top with Paprika. Bake for 10 minutes per inch of thickness. Finish under the broiler for a couple minutes to brown. Serves 4.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>\n</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Lunch Bunch relaxes on My Time Out', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-lunch-bunch-relaxes-on-my-time-out', '', '', '2011-06-09 17:33:28', '2011-06-09 17:33:28', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1244', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1251, 4, '2011-06-09 17:34:44', '2011-06-09 17:34:44', '<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Athlete-of-the-Week.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1252\" title=\"Athlete of the Week\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Athlete-of-the-Week.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"137\" height=\"188\" /></a>Congratulations to Timothy Aune, a senior at Beaufort High School. He has been a member of Beaufort High Track and Cross Country team for the past four years. He has been a four-year letter winner, region champ in both cross country and track, and MVP various times. He officially signed a letter of intent to run Cross Country and Track at Guilford College.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Athlete of the Week', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'athlete-of-the-week-2', '', '', '2011-06-09 17:34:44', '2011-06-09 17:34:44', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1251', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1254, 4, '2011-06-09 17:36:32', '2011-06-09 17:36:32', '&nbsp;\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-sheriff_tanner_2010_2.png\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1255\" title=\"Cover-sheriff_tanner_2010_2\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-sheriff_tanner_2010_2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"258\" /></a>The Lady’s Island Business Professional Association welcomes Sheriff P.J. Tanner as guest speaker for June. A lifelong resident of Beaufort County, Tanner joined the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Department in 1982.  <!--more-->He rose through the ranks to serve as Commander of the Southern Division of the Sheriff’s Department.  In 1995, following his service with the Sheriff’s Department, he became a member of the South Carolina Department of Public Safety where he served in a variety of assignments.\n\nReturning to Beaufort in 1998, he was elected as Sheriff of Beaufort County and reelected in 2002, 2006 and 2010. Sheriff Tanner was selected as the South Carolina 2009 Sheriff of the Year by the S. C. Sheriff’s Association and served as President of the Association in 2010.\n\nSome issues he will be discussing:\n\n• What is the impact of reduced funding (county, state and federal) on the Sheriff’s Department?\n\n• What have been the results of the establishment of a Beaufort County Forensics and DNA Laboratory?\n\n• How has the downturn in the economy affected the crime rate?\n\n• An overview of crime in Northern Beaufort County and specifically Lady’s Island.\n\n<strong>If you go</strong>\n\n<strong>When:</strong> Tuesday, June 14, 8 a.m.\n\n<strong>Where:</strong> Palmetto Business Park, Beaufort County Realtor’s Association headquarters, Lady’s Island Drive\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Sheriff Tanner to speak to LIBPA', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'sheriff-tanner-to-speak-to-libpa', '', '', '2011-06-09 17:36:32', '2011-06-09 17:36:32', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1254', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1257, 4, '2011-06-09 17:39:18', '2011-06-09 17:39:18', '&nbsp;\n\nBy Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1258\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"Beaufort High Graduates\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Graduation.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1258\" title=\"Graduation\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Graduation-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nLast week, almost 600 seniors graduated from two area high schools. A collective amount of $7.5 million in scholarships was awarded to the Lowcountry graduates from Battery Creek and Beaufort High schools.<!--more-->\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1259\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"223\" caption=\"Battery Creek High School Valedictorian, Allyson Morgan\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Allyson-Morgan-Valedictorian.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1259\" title=\"Allyson Morgan-Valedictorian\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Allyson-Morgan-Valedictorian-223x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"223\" height=\"300\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nValedictorian of Battery Creek High School was Allyson Brooke Morgan, who earned a 4.96 grade point average and will attend Brigham Young University in the fall. Theresa Nicole Bishop, who earned a 4.64 grade point average, was salutatorian and will attend Newberry College.\n\nBeaufort High School Valedictorian Marian Rose Hohenwarter earned a 4.88 grade point average. She will attend the University of Virginia. Brittany Megan Baker was salutatorian and earned a 4.79 grade point average. She plans to study at Furman University.\n\nFor a complete list of graduates from Battery Creek and Beaufort High schools, visit www.BeaufortIslandNews.com.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Congrats, Graduates', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'congrats-graduates', '', '', '2018-07-12 11:04:58', '2018-07-12 15:04:58', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1257', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1261, 4, '2011-06-09 17:43:22', '2011-06-09 17:43:22', '<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>\n</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nThe three candidates are running to fill the seat left open by Beaufort City Council member Gary Fordham, who passed away in April. The term ends in 2012. The special election will be held Tuesday, July 19.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Larry-Holman.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1262\" title=\"Cover-Larry Holman\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Larry-Holman-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>Larry Holman\n\nAge: 64\n\nEducation: Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Financial Management from North Carolina Central University located in Durham, N.C.; Housing Counseling Certification.\n\nWork experience: 27-year retired executive of the JC Penney Company. The JC Penney Company honored me with its Chairman’s Award for Managerial Excellence in 1997; Vietnam-era veteran.\n\nFamily: wife of 40 years, Wilma; three adult children and five grandchildren.\n\nPublic service: Former leadership roles include being a member of the Audit and Academic Review committee of the Beaufort County School District; Board member and Treasurer of Access Network; Vice President and Treasurer of the Waddell Family YMCA; Board member and Treasurer of Penn Center; Currently am Ex-officio Board Member of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce; Life member of both NAACP and the North Carolina University Alumni Association; President of the Real Deal Investment Club; and Board member of Lowcountry Workforce.\n\nLocal issues you feel passionate about: As President/CEO of the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce, the officials of Beaufort County’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Steering Committee presented me with the 2006 combined Distinguished Achievement in Business/Humanitarian Award for leadership in organizing residents of Beaufort’s Northwest Quadrant to lobby for neighborhood improvements and for pushing Beaufort County Council to add accountability to its Small and Minority Business Vendors and Contractors ordinance.\n\nQualifications: I’m running because I see this as an opportunity to serve the entire community of Beaufort. I support increasing home property values through planned/sensible growth; supports creating jobs through microenterprise; jobs for our young people to include other youth activities.  Keeping our communities safe; and supports finding creative ways to rehabilitate houses rather than demolish them.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-George-OKelley.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1263\" title=\"Cover-George O\'Kelley\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-George-OKelley-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>GEORGE H. O’KELLEY, JR.\n\nAge: 69\n\nEducation: B.A., The Citadel, 1965. JD, USC Law School, 1968, The Basic School, USMC Officer’s basic course, 1969, Naval Justice School, 1969\n\nWork Experience: USMC, Active Duty 1968-1971 (Including tours at MCAS Cherry Point, Vietnam and Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island); Marine Reserve, Retired, Lieutenant Colonel; Levin &amp; Sams, Attorneys at Law 1971-1975; O’Kelley, Fordham &amp; Reid 1975-1980; Sole Practitioner, 1980 to present.\n\nFamily: Married, Yancey Heins, 1970; Three sons: Hamlin, Arthur and Wade; Six granddaughters\n\nPublic service: Beaufort City Council, 1979-1982 and 2004-2008; Beaufort Municipal Judge 1982-1986 and 1994-1999; Historic Beaufort Foundation, trustee; SC Bar Grievance Committee; President, Beaufort Bar Association.\n\nHobbies: Golf, hunting, woodworking and artwork.\n\nLocal issues you feel passionate about: The downtown parking plans advanced by the City were a mess.  I think we should look at free parking with two-hour limits being strictly enforced.  I also am not a fan of farming out the City’s leadership and business to committees.  Certainly holding the line on taxes and expense is important.  We also need to effectively market  and sell the old City Hall and Carnagie Library.\n\nQualifications: Having served two terms, I am very familiar with the process.  I have the experience and ability to “hit the ground running.”  My record shows I never voted for a tax increase.  I, along with Gary Fordham, voted against the Clarendon Plantation annexation.  I still feel this was the right vote and was what the overwhelming majority of the citizens wanted.  I will also work with our close friends and Beaufort allies, The Marines.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Petit-Ron-.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-thumbnail wp-image-1264\" title=\"PETIT, RON 06/2011\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Cover-Petit-Ron--150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" /></a>RON PETIT\n\nAge: 70\n\nFamily: Married to Annette-Rentz Petit, a Beaufort native; with four grown children.\n\nWork experience: Retired Air Force Lt. Col. having served 29 years in the reserves and on active duty.  I worked Federal Civil Service after retiring from the Air Force and since have taught as an Adjunct Faculty member at James Madison University and the University of South Carolina.\n\nPublic service: Currently I serve on the Beaufort County Planning Commission and have for the past three years; worked for one year as a member of the Beaufort County Metro Steering Committee in helping  to develop the Beaufort County Comprehensive Plan; active member of the Rotary Club of the Lowcountry, the Lady’s Island Professional Business Association (LIBPA) , the Baptist Church of Beaufort, and the Kiwanis Club of Beaufort.\n\nLocal issues you feel passionate about: I see the challenge for the person filling this vacant City Council position to be that of growing the city in a positive way. This can be accomplished by working with the University of South Carolina to grow the university in Beaufort. Upgrades need to be made to the park in the Northwest Quadrant and improve facilities including the rest rooms. In order to complete the development of the new park and recreation area in Mossy Oaks, I would work with residents in the Mossy Oaks area. I can continue to improve communication and cooperation with the county, the Town of Port Royal, and work with business owners to bring new and expanded services to the city while reducing the red tape when doing business with the city.   Also, I know that improving communication by listening to those who live in the city is of major importance.\n\nQualifications: I am confident I can bring new thoughts and ideas to the city and I ask for the support of those who can make that happen.\n\n&nbsp;', 'A look at Beaufort City Council Candidates', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'a-look-at-beaufort-city-council-candidates', '', '', '2011-06-09 17:43:22', '2011-06-09 17:43:22', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1261', 0, 'post', '', 0);
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(1266, 4, '2011-06-09 17:50:46', '2011-06-09 17:50:46', '&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\nBy Wendy Nilsen Pollitzer\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/3-streetscape.png\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1267\" title=\"3 streetscape\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/3-streetscape-300x194.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"194\" /></a>Steve Tully, Allen Patterson and John Trask III have hit the nail on the head. And, yes, that pun was intended. Developers Tully and Trask envisioned affordable homes with a focus on a walking community on land situated between Adventure and Bladen streets, 2 acres they purchased in 2006 in an area known as the Northwest Quadrant.  <!--more-->They met with third generation builder, Allen Patterson and initiated a plan to make efficient use of the dirt, located one block from the Beaufort River and a short distance to all the shops and restaurants downtown.\n\nThe sustainable infill project, called Midtown Square, holds 22 lots, 16 residential properties and six flex properties, which can be used as residential or work space on pads facing Bladen Street. The property also features the 1912 offices of Coastal Contractors, and that structure likely will be rehabilitated, Trask said.\n\nIt’s what Generation X’ers and Baby Boomers have been looking for downtown, with amenities within walking distance, all public and free. It’s far from the suburban master planned communities with costly regimes and homeowner association-supported extras. And even better, not a tree was cut nor an ounce of asphalt poured to create Midtown Square.\n\nAdditionally, what is remarkable about this project is the swiftness of its launch.  Steve Tully did in six months what most need 18 months to complete.  He diligently and diplomatically collaborated with many parties to secure a base plan for his idea.  He met with city officials and board members, the Office of Civic Investment, BJWSA, SCDOT, SCE&amp;G, Beaufort County Open Land Trust and the Lawrence Group to secure the initiative in a cost-effective and timely manner.\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Rendering-A-Final-small.jpg\"><img class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-1268\" title=\"Rendering A Final (small)\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Rendering-A-Final-small-300x194.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"194\" /></a>A $1.3 million streetscape plan for Duke, Prince, Bladen and Adventure streets has been approved. Utilities are supported, and the neighborhood is excited about the improvement.  What happened in this situation is unprecedented. In pre-hard economic times, this redevelopment project would go through a mountain of hoops and cost the developer thousands of dollars monthly as decisions rested on the tables of review boards. But that’s what Tully recognized from the get-go and wanted to avoid.  And everyone agreed: let’s work together to get a good idea off the ground, and let’s do it affordably in these times when we all need a boost. Simple enough. And, now we have a viable product that many are eager to see flourish.\n\nJon Verity, chairman of the Beaufort Redevelopment Commission, hailed the project as an example of public-private partnerships that are the goal of the Redevelopment Commission.\n\n“The MidTown Square project will make a huge difference in the look, feel and texture of a big part of interior Beaufort,” Verity said.\n\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. It’s happening because private investors are responding to the investment made by the city to improve Beaufort,” he said.\n\nBeaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling also supports Midtown Square. “We have been talking about public-private partnerships, and we have been working to create a more walkable, liveable and financially sustainable Beaufort where residents can enjoy all that Beaufort offers. This project is exactly what we are talking about,” Mayor Keyserling said.\n\n“In the past, the City has used funds to improve streetscapes, drainage and sidewalks and then adjacent property owners put signs on their properties asking higher prices because of the public investment.  This time, the public investment is being used by land owners as a way to improve their property rather than seeking a windfall.  It is a win-win for all and sets a precedent for the future,” Keyserling said.\n\nIt’s a concept the City of Charleston has pulled off beautifully.  They’ve allowed modern, 21st Century architecture to blend with 18th Century, ox-blood and tabby covered residential homes.  There are roof-top restaurants overlooking the well-known market area and historic Exchange Building.  They’ve somehow managed to incorporate new and maintain old and have done so respectfully.\n\nNow, Beaufort is not Charleston. And Midtown Square is not some out-of-the-box, crazy concept. It’s simply the real deal, an urban neighborhood consisting of quality-built homes, priced affordably for the young professional, new family or retired couple moving to our beloved city.\n\nThanks to the efforts of Historic Beaufort Foundation, editors of “This Old House” magazine named Beaufort’s Northwest Quadrant one of the nation’s 51 Best Old House Neighborhoods in 2010.\n\nThe area, once a thriving black middle-class neighborhood just blocks off the Beaufort River, fell into disrepair in the 1970s. It became one of Beaufort’s blighted and neglected areas until renovations started in earnest in the mid-1990s.\n\n“This is a great opportunity to live in one of the prettiest waterfront cities in the South,” the magazine wrote. “The quadrant’s downtown location puts it within walking distance of restaurants and shops.”\n\nTully agreed that the property’s location is key. “Even before we started our marketing, we had reservations for two homes and a contract for a custom home in MidTown Square,” he said. “There’s a great deal of interest in people who want to live in the heart of a small town, where there’s so much to do without getting in a car to drive somewhere.”\n\nAccording to Edward Dukes, the broker-in-charge at Lowcountry Real Estate, the firm marketing the property, “Midtown Square enjoys an excellent location. The city tennis courts, the marina and boat landing, library and the waterfront park are all within walking distance. People want amenities, and the best part about Midtown Square is that they are already here. Our town is the amenity. We are very excited about the response we have received on the project from our clients and other Realtors.”\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN00361.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1270\" title=\"DSCN0036\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/DSCN00361-300x241.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"241\" /></a>Homes sizes range from 900-square-foot expandable cottages, called “Evolution” homes, to 3,200-square-foot in-town residences with in-law suites over a two-car garage.  Midtown’s conceptuals feature modern designs with historic and classic details and are built to the newest storm codes. They are also built to Gold or Silver LEED energy certification standards.  Rear alley access combined with on-street parking is another plus. Small manageable garden yards promoting low water consumption and a neighborly feel, all in an established historic district, is a win-win for the consumer, the developer and the environment.\n\nThe project is the first approved under the city’s new Bladen Street Redevelopment District zoning code — a form-based code that emphasizes how a structure fits into a neighborhood rather than how it will be used. The form-based code work, led by the Redevelopment Commission and the City’s Office of Civic Investment, is being done in conjunction with Port Royal and Beaufort County.\n\nBeaufort’s Office of Civic Investment along with its Planning and Public Works departments came together to keep this project moving forward, Tully said. “The level of communication and cooperation, and the desire by the city to help make things happen in this area, really impressed us,” he said.\n\n[caption id=\"attachment_1271\" align=\"alignleft\" width=\"300\" caption=\"John Trask III, Steve Tully and Allen Patterson\"]<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/John-Trask-III-Steve-Tully-and-Allen-Patterson.jpg\"><img class=\"size-medium wp-image-1271\" title=\"John Trask III, Steve Tully and Allen Patterson\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/John-Trask-III-Steve-Tully-and-Allen-Patterson-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" /></a>[/caption]\n\nCommunity Development Corporation of Beaufort, LLC cut the ribbon and Allen Patterson Residential started framing the first home on May 12, which is currently two weeks ahead of schedule.  All homes will be built on a 90-120 day build cycle, which is pleasing to neighbors and homebuyers.\n\nLowcountry Real Estate brought the first four homebuyers and is actively working with more. Custom homes in Midtown Square will start around $260,000 and pre-designed homes will cost less, said builder Allen Patterson.\n\nMidtown Square is the right product in the right place at the right time.  It will bring a vitality to a neglected part of town and will be a model for public/private partnerships, streetscape improvements and form-based codes coming to Beaufort.\n\nTo learn more about MidTown Square, visit www.lowcountryrealestate.com or www.themidtownsquare.com.\n\nCommunity Development Corporation of Beaufort, LLC cut the ribbon and Allen Patterson Residential started framing the first home on May 12<sup>th, </sup>which is currently two weeks ahead of the build cycle schedule.  All homes will be built on a 90-120 day build cycle, which is pleasing to neighbors and homebuyers.\n\nLowcountry Real Estate brought the first 4 homebuyers and is actively working with more. Custom homes in Midtown Square will start around $260,000 and pre-designed homes will cost less, said builder Allen Patterson.\n\nMidtown Square is the right product in the right place at the right time.  It will bring a vitality to a neglected part of town and will be a model for public/private partnerships, streetscape improvements and form based codes coming to Beaufort.\n\nTo learn more about MidTown Square, visit <a href=\"http://www.lowcountryrealestate.com/\">www.lowcountryrealestate.com</a> or <a href=\"http://www.themidtownsquare.com/\">www.themidtownsquare.com</a>.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Midtown Square to bring vitality to Northwest Quadrant', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'midtown-square-to-bring-vitality-to-northwest-quadrant', '', '', '2011-06-09 17:50:46', '2011-06-09 17:50:46', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1266', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1275, 4, '2011-06-16 12:35:22', '2011-06-16 12:35:22', '<strong>Sea Island Quilters to hold meeting</strong>\n\nThe Sea Island Quilters will meet on Thursday, June 16, at 6 p.m. at the Charles Lind Brown Activity Center on Green Street. Joey Patrucco will speak on “A Quilter’s Garden,” and she will demonstrate how to turn your flower beds into a living quilt. Contact Joey for additional information at 379-4688.<!--more-->\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Chamber holds 2011 Civitas Awards</strong>\n\nThe 2011 Civitas Awards &amp; the Chamber’s Annual Meeting are scheduled for Friday, June 17 at the Dataw Island Club.  A cocktail reception will begin at 6 p.m., followed by dinner and the awards at\n7 p.m.  Please RSVP by June 10 for early bird pricing to join us for the Beaufort area’s premier event celebrating business excellence.  All are welcome. Contact Amy Kaylor at 843.525.8524 or amy@beaufortsc.org for more information or to RSVP.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Lowcountry Estuarium hosts Critter Fest 2011</strong>\n\nThe Lowcountry Estuarium, a Coastal Learning Center in Port Royal is hosting Critter Fest 2011 – Celebrating Creatures of the Estuary from Noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 18.  Estuarium Open House – Critter Touch Tank and Tickle Tank - Kids Games and Activities – Food and Drinks by Danny’s BBQ. Corner of 14th St. and Paris Ave. Call 524-6600 or 263-7959.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Water Festival 2011 starts Sports Saturday</strong>\n\nSpace is still open to compete in the Horseshoe Tournament sponsored by Allen Patterson Residential Construction, Volleyball Tournament sponsored by Marine Federal Credit Union, and the Men’s Softball Tournament sponsored by the Marine Federal Credit Union. Horseshoes starts at 9 a.m. at the Live Oaks Park, Port Royal, on Saturday, June 18; entry fee is $30 for two person teams. Volleyball starts at 10 a.m. at the Parris Island Soccer Fields; entry fee is $65 per three person team. The softball tournament starts at 8 a.m. at the Parris Island softball complex; entry fee is $200 per team. For more information please visit us on the web at www.bftwaterfestival.com to download applications, and to check out the other 56th Annual Beaufort Water Festival events.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Terry Sweeney hosts Beaufort Beauties</strong>\n\nFormer Saturday Night Live Alum Terry Sweeney has agreed to host the upcoming Beaufort Beauties Pageant 2011 for Main Street Beaufort, USA, which raises money for five local charities. Nine local men have already signed up to put their best “heel” forward by dressing as women, with the help of their wives, and competing in talent and evening gown competitions.  Terry Sweeney will be performing as his comedic character “Lucinda Ravenel” — a sharp-tongued, grey-haired Charleston matron of the “old school.” Sweeney said, “I am always ready to put my girdle back on for a good cause.” The event will benefit Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity, Boys &amp; Girls Club of the Lowcountry, Beaufort Film Commission, Main Street Beaufort, Zonta Club of Beaufort and Senior Services of the Lowcountry. The event will be held at the Dataw Island Club, Saturday, June 18, at 7:30 p.m. The tax-deductible tickets, at $30 each, are available for sale now at Main Street Beaufort, USA. The event is expected to sell out. For more information and to purchase tickets call (843) 525-6644 or email at info@downtownbeaufort.com.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>BC United to hold summer soccer camp</strong>\n\nA BC United summer soccer camp will be offered to children 5-12 years old June 20-24 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information, please email BeaufortCountyUnited@yahoo.com or call 843-592-1111.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Ice cream benefit party at Berry Island</strong>\n\nHow would you like to consume all the ice cream you can eat, guilt free? On Wednesday, June 22, you can help our wounded heroes by purchasing a ticket to the Second Annual ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT Ice Cream Party at Berry Island located in Newpoint Corners on Lady’s Island.  For $15, you can have all the ice cream you want from 7 to 9 p.m.  There will be many flavors available with several adult choices and chocolate lover creations.  Berry Island and The Independence Fund have used this event to raise funds which go directly to veterans who were severely injured in Iraq and Afghanistan. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Charlie Nolette at 524-8779 or Angel Flewelling at 525-0102.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Beaufort Writers meet</strong>\n\nBeaufort Writers meets every second and fourth Tuesday from 4:30 to 6 p.m. at the Lady’s Island Airport Conference Room. The next meeting will be held Tuesday, June 28.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Dataw Island to host annual tennis event</strong>\n\nDataw Island will host the 6th Annual Beaufort Summer Splash June 24-26. Presented by the Beaufort Tennis Association, this is a USTA-sanctioned tournament (18 and up). Register at www.btatennis.org ID#704110611. Levels include 3.0 to 9.0 Singles, Men’s/Women’s Doubles, Mixed Doubles and Open. The new tournament site at Dataw includes clay courts, swimming pool/showers availability, resort amenities, and there will be players’ trophies, goody bags, one complimentary lunch per entrant and more. Fees: $31 singles / $28 1st doubles / $23 2nd per player. Spectators and fans are welcome. For more information, please email or call Cathy McGill, Tournament Director at catmcgill@embarqmail.com or 843-271-0074. Entry deadline is Saturday, June 18, at midnight.\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<strong>Upcoming events at ARTworks</strong>\n\n<strong>• Puppeteer Hobey Ford </strong>will be at ARTworks for one show June 29 at 6 p.m., as part of the Beaufort County Public Library’s “World Tales.” Hobey’s intricate shadow puppetry work and creation of the original rod puppets, the “Foamies,” have earned him a place on stages across the world. Hobey’s performances incorporate a variety of puppetry styles including Bunraku, rod, marionettes, “Foamies”, and shadow puppetry. Hobey adapts folk tales from various cultures for many of his performances, always adding a special “Golden Rod” twist. He uses his own voice to create characters and sound effects, tell stories, and sing. For more information, visit www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org or go to Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort SC 29902.\n\n<strong>• </strong><strong>Kazoos on Vacation: </strong>Rick Hubbard’s hit family show of Music, Comedy, and Fun at ARTworks where your kids are the stars and kazoos are free! Tuesdays at 7:30 p.m., June 28- August 2. Doors open at 7 p.m., adults $10, kids $5. Info and reservations 843-379-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.\n\n<strong>• Beaufort’s Best Hidden Talent Competition concerts open to the public: </strong>These musicians need to hear the roar of the crowd as they compete for the Grand Prize — $1,000 paid gig in the Street Music on Paris Avenue concert in Spring 2012! Preliminary competitions are July 9 &amp; 16, 7:30 p.m. at ARTworks, $5 at the door. Semifinal competition- July 30, 7:30 p.m. at ARTworks, $5 at the door. Grand Finale is FREE on August 6, 6 p.m. on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. All ages,  music styles, and places of residency are eligible to register by July 1. Gospel and vocal groups, rock, country-western, bluegrass, rap, hip-hop, reggae, blues, jazz, folk, solo musicians and more are welcome. Performance slots are first come, first serve. www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org, 843-379-2787, and at ARTworks in Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street 29902, Tuesdays through Saturdays.\n\n<strong>• Ongoing registration for ARTblast &amp; TheaterArt weekly camps:</strong> now through July 30th. Every week this summer ARTworks offers the joy and challenges of art — on the canvas and on stage. Each weekly class is $110, and scholarships are available, supported by a private family foundation (no extra paperwork, just ask.) 379-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org. ARTworks is the home of the arts council of Beaufort, Port Royal and the Sea Islands, and applies the many creative tools of The Arts to strengthen artists and to enrich audiences, collectors, and visitors through high quality arts experiences and arts education programs 365 days a year: 2127 Boundary Street in Beaufort Town Center, Tuesdays through Saturdays.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Play Mah Jongg and Bridge every Monday</strong>\n\nLooking for an interesting way to meet new friends and help a worthy cause at the same time?  Come to Mah Jongg and Bridge every Monday afternoon from 1-4 p.m. in the Walsh Palmetto Room at St. Peter Catholic Church, 70 Lady’s Island Drive. Players are always welcome for hours of relaxation and fellowship. Just bring $3, two cans of food and a spirit of fun.  Instruction is available and refreshments are always served.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>Save the date for up coming Pet Fair</strong>\n\nSave the Date: September 17, at United Hospice of Beaufort, 1605 North Street,\n\nAdoption Fair, dog show, pet boutique, photos with your pet and more. Proceeds to benefit The United Hospice Foundation. For more information, call 843-522-0476.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'what 2 Do', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'what-2-do-7', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:35:22', '2011-06-16 12:35:22', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1275', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1277, 4, '2011-06-16 12:36:37', '2011-06-16 12:36:37', 'By Terry Sweeney\n\nOn a recent stay in the Hamptons at the Sag Harbor mansion of some richy rich friends of mine; (yes I know that sounded a bit braggy, but read on and you’ll find out why this hoity toity piece of background information is relevant), I was asked by my charming hostess, who was having a dinner party, to grab another bottle of her house red from under her bar.<!--more--> I graciously obeyed and, being a professional wine consultant and wine columnist, of course took on the task of opening it. All alone in her vast kitchen, I searched in vain for a simple corkscrew, but instead came upon a fancy version — something called the Metrokane Rabbit Deluxe Wine Pull. I’d seen these cartoony monstrosities before, but had never really worked one. How hard could it be? Well, I wrestled with the darn thing for at least 10 minutes, but the cork refused to budge. I gave it one good heave ho and it was then I felt the cork move — down into the bottle!\n\nWhat did head upward, however, was a huge sploosh of red wine that vaguely resembled Old Faithful. And that splashed my hostess’s newly painted ceiling and expensive cabinets, leaving her entire fancy kitchen looking like a seedy crime scene. Well, she did say “house wine, ”I said to myself. Probably some cheap bargain swill. Thank God for that at least!! It was then I turned the bottle around and saw it was Petrus! (A $400 BOTTLE OF WINE!) I tentatively stuck my head around a corner and shakily called out while trying to appear nonchalant. “Hey, so Petrus is your house wine?”\n\n“Oh no,” she replied, “you must have gone to the wrong bar. The only Petrus we have is the one we bought at the Chateau in Bordeaux on our 20th anniversary, and hand carried back on the plane. We’re going to open it on our fortieth, only nine more years to go, but it will be worth the wait!”\n\nOMG, I muttered horrified. “Well so long folks!! It was nice knowing ya!” I ran upstairs to quickly pack and jump in my rental car and speed off. (Of course with the luck I was having I’d run over their adored and pampered Maltese on the way out of the driveway.) Mercifully, they thought the entire mishap was very amusing and I remained their houseguest. Bless their multi-millionaire hearts!\n\nStill, I was left to ponder my troubled relationship with the corkscrew. You know, back in ancient Greek and Roman civilizations, the corks that were used to seal bottles wisely extended above the rim of the bottle neck — far enough to be grasped firmly, and making them much easier to remove. But after the fall of Rome in the fifth century, cork bottles disappeared from use for a thousand years. It wasn’t until the late 16th century that corks reappeared in England and, along with them, early versions of the cork screw. Over the 17th, 18th, and 19th centuries, various dedicated inventors worked on improvements to the corkscrew. (I’d mention all their names, but let’s face it I can barely keep the names straight of all those bitchy “Real Housewives,” not to mention the endless parade of floozy “Bachelorettes” or all the trash that has washed up on “The Jersey Shore.”)\n\nLet us suffice to say that over many years, many, many people dedicated their lives to making a better corkscrew. So many, in fact, that in 1997 Fred O’Leary published his book: “Corkscrews, 1,000 Patented Ways to Open a Bottle.” Leave it to an Irishman to try all 1,000.\n\nAs I Googled the world of the corkscrew online, I came upon an interesting group of corkscrew nuts who got together in 2003 at the Annual General Meeting of the International Correspondence of Corkscrew Addicts in Roanoke, Virginia. The gentleman who hosted this website had posted numerous photos of antique and modern corkscrews that he had obviously painstakingly collected over the years. I thought “Good God, what a bore that must have been.”\n\nHow wrong I was. The very last shot was him sitting in a vintage rattan peacock chair at the Pat Pong Corkscrew Club in Bangkok, Thailand, with a bevy of topless Thai hookers draped all over him. I’m not kidding, it went from the dullest bunch of shots of rusted corkscrews to X-rated Thai porn! Well, pardon me!\n\nI guess the bottom line for me is that perhaps the best way to deal with the corkscrew is to realize that maybe its time has come and gone.! After all, you can’t carry one onto a plane anymore and, besides, nowadays there is so much data out there that affirms that one out of every 10 corked bottles suffers from “the taint,” which ruins the taste. And though I feel bad for the cork farmers (add them to a long list of people I feel bad for), I have to admit I just love a screw top.! And more and more people like me are becoming fun-loving Screw-Toppers!!\n\nSo, so long ya crazy old corkscrew, see ya in Thailand!\n\nCheers!\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'The Taming of the Screw', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'the-taming-of-the-screw', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:36:37', '2011-06-16 12:36:37', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1277', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1279, 4, '2011-06-16 12:37:55', '2011-06-16 12:37:55', 'By Jack Sparacino\n\n1. I nearly fell off my chair when one of my new bankers called me “sweetie” over the phone when I was still in Connecticut.  Well, it turns out that people often use terms of endearment in the South, even with total strangers (“What can I get ya, hon?”).  Unfortunately, you could live up North for a lifetime and seldom get such a greeting.<!--more-->\n\n2. Ever wonder where the best strawberries in the world are? Turns out they’re right here.  How convenient.\n\n3. Maynard Ferguson had a spectacular career as a big band leader and trumpeter. He could hit higher notes and play in a higher register than you would imagine a human being could achieve. In 2005, about a year before he died, I stopped to hear him play at Newtown High School in Connecticut on my way home from work. A pretty good crowd showed up, and I grabbed a perfect seat in the second row.  He was in his 70s and did not look particularly well, but he was gracious and as awesome as ever solo as when he led a band of absolutely unbelievable twenty-somethings through the most amazing set of jazz arrangements I had ever heard.  To this day, I wish my father could have joined me, as he died a few years before the concert and loved that kind of music.  When I think how tired I was that night and almost didn’t go, I can only conclude that it really is best to seize the moment. Do what you can, when you can. We just don’t get enough second chances in life, whether we deserve them or not, and sometimes none at all.\n\n4. There are more crabs in Lowcountry waters than you can shake a trap at.  Crabs to the left of us, crabs to the right of us.  They are fun (partly because they fight back) and practically free to catch, they taste great, and they are available most of the year.  A real treat.\n\n5. Dating these days.  While there are far more internet and other high-tech services available to help people meet each other now, I do not miss the dating scene.  I think it was easier 30 or 40 years ago with no technology.  There was less to consider, less to worry about, less pitfalls. But less people, too.  My one piece of advice to daters is to forget about the old saying that “opposites attract.” A mountain of social science data proves that, in general, people are really attracted to those who are basically similar to themselves.  So if you go where people like what you like, it just improves your odds of success.\n\n6. Live oaks are quite a phenomenon here. They give us fall in the spring.  For those who really like fall with all those leaves swirling about, it’s a real bonus.\n\n7. The boundary between civilized and uncivilized behavior is shockingly thin, as demonstrated in numerous studies.  It never ceases to amaze me how nice people can be so easily goaded into acting in very mean-spirited ways.\n\n8. What a pain to forget if you remembered to do something important yet mundane, like turning off the stove, portable heater or sprinkler.  But there is a simple remedy.  Say what you are doing out loud and you will probably remember what you did.  Try not to worry too much about whether someone heard you talking to yourself.\n\n9. The United States is currently awash with simply fabulous storytellers.  Pat Conroy, John Grisham, Laura Hillenbrand, and Jane Leavy are just four that come to mind.  I’m betting there are plenty more just coming on the scene and that is something to look forward to.\n\n10.  One of my favorite memories from living in Chicago was seeing the Blue Angels perform over Lake Michigan.  I think it helped to nudge me into the aerospace business, where I spent 20 years.  And it almost always comes to mind when I look up into the sky at jet fighters from the Marine Corps Air Station. The “sound of freedom” has always made me smile.\n\n&nbsp;', 'Random thoughts of a retiree', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'random-thoughts-of-a-retiree', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:37:55', '2011-06-16 12:37:55', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1279', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1281, 4, '2011-06-16 12:39:36', '2011-06-16 12:39:36', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straigh-Talk-Billy-Keyserling.png\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1282\" title=\"Straigh Talk-Billy Keyserling\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straigh-Talk-Billy-Keyserling.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"188\" height=\"190\" /></a>Despite the fact that Beaufort County currently celebrates the fifth highest per capita concentration of millionaires in the U.S. and the highest per capita concentration of college graduates of South Carolina’s 46 counties, more than half our students are eligible for free or assisted lunches.<!--more-->\n\nThis doesn’t make sense. We need leadership and commitment to turn this around.  Can we disappoint future generations when we know we can do better? Not on my watch!\n\nSince I was a child, growing up in Beaufort, I’ve heard “grownups” give lip service to economic diversification.  We heard frequent warnings that we should not be overly reliant on farming and shrimping (now almost extinct), tourism, the military, government jobs and more recently the construction trades.\n\nThose who grow up here, and find career opportunities elsewhere, leave hoping to one day be able to afford to retire here.  And those who don’t have these opportunities, stay and struggle without hope of giving their children more opportunity than they had. A huge demographic imbalance … and we all pay the price.\n\nWe expect our school teachers to give hope to students who see little reason to study because they don’t believe that staying in school is going to lead to a better future.\n\nOn a positive note — together, the people of Beaufort County have scaled many mountains.  We’ve brought potable drinking water, indoor plumbing, comprehensive healthcare and other services to rural areas that did not have them.  We’ve more than doubled our population by becoming a desirable retirement destination.  We’ve invested hundreds of millions of taxpayers’ dollars on bridges and road improvements to ensure safe evacuation and to avoid gridlock. We’ve provided urban level fire and emergency services to outlying areas.  We’ve built libraries and schools and recreation centers to accommodate growth.   And, we’ve invested millions of dollars to preserve open space, to protect our natural beauty and to steer growth.\n\nWho says we cannot do what we “choose” to do?\n\nIt‘s time to raise the level of commitment so we can fulfill long- awaited promises for a diverse economic base and more economic sustainability.\n\nHeated discussions about the financial failure of the Beaufort Commerce Park, and whether the Lowcountry Economic Network has done what was expected, as well as the benefits of regional versus local economic development were quieted by handing  the challenge to consultants.  The Lowcountry Economic Alliance committed $125,000 for a study and soon after Beaufort County committed $50,000 for its own study. Yet, I haven’t seen one editorial or news report asking: Aren’t people talking with each other?  Aren’t we wasting public resources though duplication?  Are we paying attention?  Are we content to see a system failing?\n\nAnd, regardless of what consultants tell us, if we don’t have the commitment to make change, our money is wasted.\n\nSo, I ask ... when will someone have the courage to say the emperor wears no clothes?  That leadership is avoiding hard decisions, tough choices and investing little if anything toward this long-standing challenge?\n\nSome wax eloquent that we have too much government in our lives; that the challenge is for the private sector.   Well, where were they when we voted to raise taxes to pay hundreds of millions of dollars for more bridges and roads to accommodate the retirement boom that brought them here?\n\nEconomic development, however, requires partnerships between willing governments that embrace the private sector while also establishing predictable and timely regulatory processes.\n\nRegrettably, our county is perceived by economic developers as unfriendly to business. Perhaps this is because our regulatory processes are punitive rather than incentive-based and we have yet to encourage bureaucrats to collaborate.  (I don’t mean a laissez fair approach where total control is yielded to few at the expense of many. I mean a collaboration to do what is right for ALL.)\n\nI am, however, saying it shouldn’t take longer than 30 days to issue a development permit for a simple industrial building in an established business park.  And, we shouldn’t cause delays for businesses locating to a business park because they didn’t select appropriately colored awnings or their landscaping wasn’t completely installed.\n\nIn good conscience, I can’t wait for someone else to do the heavy lifting so I am calling on you, my colleagues across the region, to bite the bullet, work together, dig deeper into our pockets if necessary and engage the private sector to walk the walk.\n\nWe must fulfill our outstanding promise. If we don’t, who will?\n\n<em>Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling can be reached by email at billyk@islc.net.</em>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'Mayor Keyserling: Not on my watch', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'mayor-keyserling-not-on-my-watch', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:39:36', '2011-06-16 12:39:36', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1281', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1284, 4, '2011-06-16 12:41:17', '2011-06-16 12:41:17', '&nbsp;\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straight-Talk-nikki_haley.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-1285\" title=\"Straight Talk-nikki_haley\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Straight-Talk-nikki_haley-242x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"242\" height=\"300\" /></a>This week, thirty-six members of the South Carolina House and Senate took a brave stand by supporting my request that the General Assembly return to Columbia and complete their work on government restructuring.\n\nI would especially like to thank Reps. Shannon Erickson, Andy Patrick and Bill Herbkersman for demonstrating to our citizens and our Supreme Court that a significant number of legislators are committed to real reform.<!--more-->\n\nKey to bringing true accountability and transparency to our state government is the passage of the Department of Administration bill. Restructuring our state’s critical support functions will modernize the functions of state government, enabling us to meet the new challenges of the 21st century.\n\nWe must have a state government that’s run like a business. If we are to prevail against states and nations as we strive to attract jobs and talented professionals to South Carolina, then we need a government that is more agile, more accountable, and more responsive than the one we have today.\n\nI will continue to insist the General Assembly pass the Department of Administration bill before they leave Columbia again.  South Carolinians deserve better government, and they shouldn’t have to wait another year for it.\n\nWorking together, we can make good government happen!\n\n<em>Nikki Haley is the governor of South Carolina.</em>\n\n&nbsp;', 'Governor thanks local state representatives', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'governor-thanks-local-state-representatives', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:41:17', '2011-06-16 12:41:17', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1284', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1287, 4, '2011-06-16 12:42:51', '2011-06-16 12:42:51', '<strong>By Representative Shannon Erickson (R) Beaufort</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n<a href=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Staright-Talk-Shannon-Erickson.jpg\"><img class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-1288\" title=\"Staright Talk-Shannon Erickson\" src=\"http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/Staright-Talk-Shannon-Erickson.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"121\" height=\"182\" /></a>The SC House adjourned its first regular session of the 119th General Assembly on Thursday, June 9, and as of last update, will return on Tuesday, June 14 to deal with the budget, vetoes and  SC House Redistricting.<!--more-->\n\nBelow are some highlights from this past session and where these bills stand currently.  This is a snapshot of the work done by your SC House, and I have tried to compile some of the more highly asked about topics.  There will be further information as we conclude the budget process and redistricting sessions.\n\nThank you for the honor of serving you in the SC House of Representatives.  I hope that you will find this information useful and pertinent.  Please know that I appreciate all of the emails, calls, letters and visits during the last legislative session and hope that you will call on me anytime I can be of service to you or your family.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>CREATING JOBS</strong>\n\n<strong>Lawsuit Abuse Reform:</strong> Tort Reform is a top priority to further protect our state’s businesses from the threat of unjustified, debilitating lawsuits while preserving everyone’s access to our legal system. Versions of  H. 3375  have now passed both the House and Senate. Enrolled for ratification (6/2).\n\n<strong>Bill Wylie Entrepreneurship Act: </strong>This legislation will allow South Carolinians to claim an income tax credit for investing in small business start-ups in our state.  H. 3779 passed the House and has been sent to the Senate.  Passed the House (4/14). In Senate Finance Committee.\n\n<strong>Point of Sale Revisions:</strong> Reforming our Point of Sale reassessment requirements will greatly strengthen our real estate market and bring fairness to this system.  H. 3713  has passed the House and the Senate. Enrolled for ratification (6/2).\n\n<strong>TRANSPARENCY AND GOVERNMENT REFORM</strong>\n\n<strong>On the Record Voting:</strong> The House again approved a statute providing for more recorded votes by lawmakers. The Spending Accountability Act, H. 3004,  passed the House and has since become law. Signed by Governor (4/12).\n\n<strong>Higher Education Transparency:</strong> The House is fighting to open the books of state colleges and universities to the public. H. 3185 passed the House and is currently on the Senate floor.  Passed by House (2/2).\n\n<strong>Agency Restructuring: </strong>We continue to search for cost savings and operational efficiency in state agencies. H. 3066 (SC Restructuring Act of 2011 and Department of Administration Bill), along with other restructuring bills addressing elected constitutional officers, passed the House and are in the Senate. Passed by House (3/2). Senate Didn’t Approve Third Reading (6/2).\n\n<strong>Spending Caps:</strong> House Republicans passed spending caps for the sixth time in 15 years. H. 3368 passed the House and is now in the Senate.   Passed by the House (3/10). In Senate Finance Committee.\n\n<strong>Voter ID: </strong>Voters should be required to present a photo ID as proof of their identity when they vote. H. 3003 passed the House and subsequently went to conference committee, where a clean version of Voter ID was agreed upon.  The clean version of Voter ID that focuses on the ballot integrity in our elections has now been signed into law.   You may watch the bill signing here.  Signed by Governor (5/18).\n\n<strong>Shortening the Legislative Session: </strong>The House will work to shorten the legislative session, work more efficiently, and save taxpayers money. H. 4145 as passed the house and is in the Senate.  Passed by House (5/5). In Senate Judiciary Committee.\n\n<strong>State Agency Fee &amp; Fine Transparency:</strong> Citizens &amp; businesses should be aware of what fees and fines are generated by state agencies.  This bill would require all new or changing fees and fines be voted on by the General Assembly.  H. 3051. Passed by House (4/29). In Senate Finance Committee.\n\n<strong>IMPROVING EDUCATION</strong>\n\n<strong>Education Funding Reform: </strong>Reforming our antiquated, 30-year-old funding formula to make education funding more equitable and effective is a priority for our state. H. 3716 received passage in the House and is currently in the Senate.  Passed by House (3/9). In Senate Finance Committee.\n\n<strong>Charter School law revisions:</strong> Ensuring a healthy and vibrant public charter school choice for parents is essential for a strong education system in our state. H. 3241. Passed by House (2/24). Senate Gave Second Reading (6/1) now held up by\nSen. John Scott.\n\n<strong>School Calendar &amp; Teacher In-Service Flexibility:</strong> This legislation allows for districts (whole or portions) to transition the required school days into hours of instruction and days of teacher in-service into hours of required in-service permitting them to best utilize their finite resources. H. 3035. Passed by House (5/4). In Senate Education Committee.\n\nLIMITING GOVERNMENT POWER\n\n<strong>Repeal Amendment: </strong>A U.S. constitutional amendment where two-thirds of states can vote to repeal unfair, overreaching federal law.  H. 3507  passed the House and is currently in the Senate.  Passed by House (2/16). In Senate Judiciary Committee subcommittee.\n\n<strong>The SC Taxpayer Fairness Act:</strong> We will expand and update our state’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights to ensure law-abiding taxpayers are treated with respect and that government agencies enforce tax law in a fair manner. H. 3419  has passed the House and is currently in the Senate.  Passed by the House (3/10). In Senate Finance Committee.\n\n<strong>Illegal Immigration Reform:</strong> Strengthening illegal immigration reform in South Carolina is key in securing our state’s economic future.  S. 20  passed both the Senate and House, and the amended bill is now back in the Senate.  Passed by House (5/25). Senate carried over the bill (6/2).\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<em>Rep. Shannon S. Erickson, R-Beaufort, represents SC House District 124. She can be reached at 843-263-1867. </em>\n\n&nbsp;\n\n&nbsp;', 'State house legislative highlight report', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'state-house-legislative-highlight-report', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:42:51', '2011-06-16 12:42:51', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1287', 0, 'post', '', 0),
(1290, 4, '2011-06-16 12:43:54', '2011-06-16 12:43:54', '<strong>Dog benefit by eating green</strong>\n\n<strong>By Tracie Korol</strong>\n\n&nbsp;\n\nDogs are remarkably flexible in their tastes. They’ll polish off a bowl of dried dog food, then walk over to see if there’s anything tasty in the trash. If they’re still hungry, they’ll wander upstairs to see what’s in the cat box. Basically, they’ll eat, or at least sample, whatever they find.<!--more-->\n\nThere’s a good reason for their liberal tastes. Unlike cats, that evolved solely as hunters, dogs survived by scavenging. When they couldn’t catch live prey, they’d eat the ancient equivalent of road kill. They didn’t care too much if had been lying in the sun for a week or was moldering under old leaves. It was food, and they weren’t going to pass it up. When meat wasn’t on the menu, they’d rummage around for tender leafy stalks, berries, grasses, fruits, flower blossoms, seeds and even a few roots, They simply weren’t fussy, and dogs today haven’t gotten any fussier. They’re predisposed to like just about everything.\n\nIn addition, there’s some evidence that dogs get cravings for certain foods. It’s possible that dogs occasionally get a hankering for greens, just as people sometimes go to bed dreaming about Mom’s fried chicken. It’s not as strange as it may sound. There is also a theory that dogs may not always be seeking food, but are intuitively seeking medicine. Each spring, Moses, my Bassett hound friend, would pull himself along the ground, upside down underneath the pea-vine supports, and pluck the first tiny pea pods right off the vine.  He had equally arcane methods for harvesting the first asparagus shoots, parsley, blueberries, mint, garlic and baby carrots. Moses ate a fairly clean diet but would occasionally need to visit the garden.\n\nFor example, in early spring, dogs like Moses, may be attracted to the first shoots of common quack grass (Elytrigia repens). Each blade of this “dog grass” contains silicon for strong joints and connective tissues, essential fatty acids for clear skin and shiny coat, enzymes for digestion, chlorophyll for antioxidant support and soap-like saponin constituents that combine with the stringy fibers to help cleanse the digestive tract and keep parasites at bay. After a winter of kibble, a dog may feel his system needs a boost.\n\nLikewise, dogs will occasionally chew on berries, bark, pods, seeds or leaves that contain healing properties. The red or purple fruits of raspberry, rose bushes and hawthorn all contain flavonoid constituents that are good for the cardiovascular system.\n\nThe oils contained in the raw seeds of flax, currants, wheat, pumpkins and squash may be relished for an extra measure of essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals that are needed for skin and coat health.  Pumpkin seeds are also a natural vermifuge — expels intestinal parasites.\n\nEven certain kinds of algae (“pond scum”) contain a cornucopia of nutrients and disease-fighting chemicals that wild dogs may seek in time of need.   But how do we provide these things for our “suburban wolves?” When do they need these things and in what amount?\n\nBy serving a daily helping of nutritive herbs and “green food” at mealtime your dog will be provided added measure of nutritional or systemic support. Good “greens” are flaxseed, spirulina, garlic, dandelion root, kelp, alfalfa and nettle.\n\nBefore you “go for the green” on behalf of your Best Friend and head to the store for supplements, it is important to realize that green food supplements only serve to round out a good diet. They cannot be expected to replace nutritional elements that are missing from poor quality, bargain basement, supermarket kibble.\n\nBut, if you’re a do-it-yourself type and are conscientious about what goes into your dog, adding a commercial green supplement or a combo-mix of the beneficial herbs or even providing your Best Friend with his own tray of barley or wheat grass can only increase his energy, shine up his coat, float some anti-cancer antioxidants in his system, reduce the pain and swelling of arthritis and tidy up his digestion.\n\n&nbsp;\n\n<strong>BowWOW! Is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog.</strong>\n\n<strong>She is a trainer, holistic behavior coach, a canine massage therapist (CMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath.  Want more information? Have a question? Send a note to Tracie at <a href=\"mailto:letstalk@wholedog.biz\">letstalk@wholedog.biz</a> or visit <a href=\"http://www.wholedog.biz\">www.wholedog.biz</a>.</strong>\n\n<strong> </strong>\n\n&nbsp;', 'BowWOW!  Facts, observations and musings about Our Best Friends', '', 'publish', 'open', 'open', '', 'bowwow-facts-observations-and-musings-about-our-best-friends-6', '', '', '2011-06-16 12:43:54', '2011-06-16 12:43:54', '', 0, 'http://www.beaufortislandnews.com/?p=1290', 0, 'post', '', 0);
