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40 M ade in South Carolina Highlighting some of the top manufacturers in the state.
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68 H urricane Prep
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36 : Creativity Central 9Rooftops a vibrant marketing and advertising agency. 40 : Top-selling Boats Sea Hunt produces quality boats in Columbia. 44 : Spreading its Wings Boeing manufactures 787s in North Charleston. 48 : Continued Growth BMW invests in Spartanburg.
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July is here, and we couldn’t be more excited to start our roles as co-publishers of the Lowcountry’s favorite city magazine. Between us we have worked nearly every aspect of Hilton Head and Bluffton Monthly magazines, from design to sales to events to editorial. We have loved every minute of it and are honored to take the helm as we go forward and continue Marc and Anuska Frey’s vision for Monthly. We appreciate their trust in us. Monthly and the Lowcountry have a long history together. 1985 marked the introduction of our publication: a 16-page black-and-white newspaper that was mailed to primary and second homeowners. As our community grew, so did Monthly. Under the guidance of Marc and Anuska, our folded tabloid transformed into a full-color magazine, our content expanded and the internet made it possible for us to reach readers across the globe via our website, social media, digital editions and newsletters. Throughout the years one thing has remained consistent: Our mission of being the Voice of the Lowcountry by informing and inspiring our audience with local and independent content. There are some great stories this month you won’t want to miss. July means summer vacation and with so many great places within a two-hour drive, you can enjoy a great staycation at home. We offer some great tips for keeping the kids safe in the water and sunscreen protected. Whether you travel by air, land or sea, you may be traveling on a product made in South Carolina. Find out more in our Business Journal. Summer heat means it’s time for summer fashion. We highlight some of our favorite looks. Matthew Raiford, a dynamic chef and farmer working the lands of his great-greatgreat grandfather, pays homage to the cuisine that nurtured his family for seven generations. Read about his beautiful book that features more than 100 heirloom recipes. We love being part of the Lowcountry. This is a special place to live and work. It’s a wonderful place to be. Whether you are new to the area or have been here for generations, each of you make the Lowcountry the place we call home. We look forward to getting to know you.
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“letter ” BEAUFORT COUNTY’S MARKET IS HOT By John A. O’Toole
In 2017, area mayors and County Council came together to form the Beaufort County Economic Development Corp. They formed the organization with an eye toward diversifying the county’s economy and creating better jobs. The BCEDC got off to a fast start in its first few years and then came the COVID-19 pandemic. What was to become momentum, stalled for a year as vaccines were developed and things could get back to a “new normal.” In its first few years the BCEDC booked just under $200 million in projects, 770 new jobs, 175 retained jobs — all with an average pay of $47,800. When investors are asked why they’re choosing Beaufort County, it’s because of our exhilarating environment, skilled workforce and concierge-level assistance. The proof lies within the decisions by GlassWRX, Material Research Group, Stoneworks, Burnt Church Distillery, Lowcountry Fresh Market & Café, Magnus Development Partners, Geismar, L3Harris, Lockheed Martin, RX Industries and Salt Marsh Brewery who have all decided to invest in Beaufort County in recent years. Bottom line: The collaboration of so many partner organizations around economic development in Beaufort County is making the post COVID-19 horizon look even brighter than what has been accomplished to date. Currently, Magnus Development Partners is building a 64,000-square-foot speculative industrial building. It’s expected to be under contract before the foundations poured later this summer. One of our prospect companies, an aerospace company from the Midwest, is in negotiations
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with Magnus for the whole building. The market is hot. A 50,000-square-foot building came on the market Feb. 1 and was under contract with a California company by Feb. 12. The demand that was created prior to COVID-19 is still there. Now, in the aftermath of the pandemic, interest in Beaufort County has only heightened. The Beaufort County Economic Development Corp’s pipeline of projects, over $45 million, includes headquarters, aerospace, defenses. healthcare, cosmetics, and light manufacturing. Workforce across the United States is a challenge. The key to Beaufort County’s success is the good men and women of the U.S. Marine Corps. Each year approximately 2,000 Marines exit the military annually within Beaufort County, providing employers an opportunity to hire individuals with the skills, discipline and leadership needed to grow a business. Lockheed Martin is a great example of a company that is the beneficiary of Beaufort County’s continuous flow of exiting U.S. Marines. Over the last two years, Lockheed Martin has added 70 employees. In one hiring tranche, Lockheed interviewed 30 applicants of which they were able to make offers to 28 qualified individuals. Invariably, when Beaufort County emerges from the site selection process it is because the decision maker believes they can thrive here. John A. O’Toole, CEcD, is Executive Director of Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation.
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“The best part about my job is that I work with amazingly smart, creative and talented people.” Heather Edge was raised in Oklahoma and studied business at Cameron University. She moved to Atlanta in the late 1990s where she began a career in the beauty industry. She has worked for Sephora, Nordstrom, Devacurl, St. Tropez Tan and more. Edge has freelanced as a NARS Cosmetics Makeup Artist in Bluffton and Savannah at Ulta Beauty stores since 2018. The dream of moving to the Lowcountry became a reality in 2013 when she and her husband and their two daughters moved to Hilton Head Island. She has worked as a brand ambassador for Shop More Local and ParenthoodIQ and has written for parenthoodiq.com and Monthly magazine. She joined Monthly Magazine in 2017. It was her longtime dream to work for a magazine since she was a kid visiting the island. Edge assists the Monthly team with research projects and sales calls and subscriptions. She is the sales representative for the Where to Worship Church page in Monthly and on social media for the @wheretoworship Facebook page. Edge owns and operates Shine Your Light Makeup Artistry and hopes to inspire people by sharing makeup, skincare tips and inspiring messages. 12 // H I LT O N H E A D M O N T H LY. C O M
Celebrating Independence Day often means enjoying fireworks outside. But there are plenty of other activities to help celebrate the festive day. Monthly has got you covered with these DIY Fourth of July suggestions. BACKYARD BARBECUE There’s nothing better on Independence Day than enjoying your family, spending time outdoors and cooking a savory backyard barbecue. The summer heat is upon us, so keep it simple. Start with starters such as chips and dip and then grill burgers, hot dogs, steak, grilled vegetables or corn on the cob. Cool off with sweet tea, lemonade or a cold beer. YARD GAMES There are myriad options to keep the family entertained including cornhole, horseshoes or even a potato sack race. Or try yard bowling. Set up soup cans and knock’ em down. Have a game of catch or take a few swings with a game of Wiffle ball. PATRIOTIC PINWHEELS Pinwheels are an Independence Day staple. The spinners are fun for kids, but they also make for an attractive look at home. Making your own pinwheel at home is a fun DIY project. RED, WHITE AND BLUE DESSERTS A frozen treat such as chocolate-covered frozen bananas gets you into the spirit with sprinkles. A cupcake with red, white and blue accents is a fun patriotic dessert. Or cut everybody a slice of ice cream flag cake.
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“in the know ” Beaufort County named a new administrator, Hilton Head town council resumed in-person meetings, and developers purchased Palmetto Bluff in Bluffton. Here’s what made news during the previous month:
LPGA AT MOSS CREEK
BEAUFORT COUNTY NAMES ADMINISTRATOR, DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR Eric Greenway has been named Beaufort County administrator. He had served as interim county administrator since November. He has more than 26 years of experience managing, directing and administering programs. Whitney Richland was named deputy county administrator. She had served as Beaufort County’s assistant county administrator/chief financial officer.
SCHOOL DISTRICT NAMES NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS Three administrators were selected to serve as executive directors for the Beaufort County School District: Chad Cox, Ed.D., Mona Lise Dickson and Celestine LaVan, Ed.D. Cox has 18 years of educational experience, all at BCSD. He holds an education specialist degree from South Carolina State University and recently earned a doctorate degree in education leadership from South Carolina State University. Dickson has 28 years of educational
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experience, 27 of which serving BCSD. She holds an education specialist degree from The Citadel. LaVan has 17 years of educational experience, 14 of which serving BCSD. She holds an education specialist/ leadership degree and a doctorate degree in educational leadership, both from Liberty University.
LPGA RETURNS TO MOSS CREEK The South Course at Moss Creek Hilton Head hosted 16 players from the LPGA’s Legends Tour in a warm-up for the U.S. Senior Women’s Open held in August. The field collectively represented 65 LPGA Tour wins. Cathy Johnston-Forbes, a major championship winner on the LPGA Tour, from Kitty Hawk, N.C., won the $6,000 prize, shooting a 1 under-par 71. The Legends Tour is the official senior tour of the LPGA, showcasing golfers aged 45 and over. Moss Creek has a history of hosting LPGA events. The Moss Creek Women’s Invitational was an official LPGA Tour event from 1976 to 1985.
USCB’S MONTIE WINS AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH Dr. Eric W. Montie, a member of the Department of Natural Sciences at the University of South Carolina Beaufort, received a 2021 Governor’s Award for Excellence in Scientific Research at a Predominately Undergraduate Institution. This statewide award recognizes Montie’s strong research program in soundscape ecology, which focuses on estuaries. Since 2013 Montie’s lab has been recording the underwater soundscape of the May River in Bluffton. From 2017 to 2019 his team expanded soundscape monitoring to Charleston Harbor, Chechessee Creek, Colleton River, and the North Inlet-Winyah Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve.
TOWNS APPROVE 2022 BUDGETS The town councils of Bluffton and Hilton Head approved final readings of their fiscal year 2022 budgets. Bluffton’s budget ($40,132,070) reflects an 8.5% decrease compared to 2021, according to the town of Bluffton. The proposed budget keeps the
property tax millage the same at 38.5. The budget supports a nearly $11.6 million Capital Improvement Program and adds eight full-time positions, according to a Bluffton news release. The town of Hilton Head’s proposed budget ($96,838,322) includes no millage rate increase (28.1 mills). The budget supports a $28 million Capital Improvement Program and expands the town’s fire-rescue staff with the addition of three firefighters and provides for updating public safety equipment, a Hilton Head news release said.
FORMER 14TH CIRCUIT SOLICITOR DIES Randolph Murdaugh III, who served as the 14th Circuit Solicitor from 1986 to 2005, died at his home June 10. He was 81. Murdaugh III was president of the S.C. Solicitor’s Association from 1995-1996 and served on the National District Attorney’s Association Board of Directors from 1998-
2005, according to his obituary. In 2018 he received the state Order of the Palmetto. His death came days after the shooting deaths in Colleton County of his daughterin-law Margaret Murdaugh and his grandson Paul Murdaugh. S.C. Law Enforcement Division is investigating the shootings and has set up a tipline at 803-896-2605.
HILTON HEAD GAS STATION SHOOTER SENTENCED TO PRISON A Hilton Head Island man was convicted of murder in a 2018 shooting in a gas station parking lot, according to the 14th Circuit Solicitor’s Office. Joseph Decoriyus Burton, 27, of Greens Road, was found guilty last month for killing Christopher Shaun Fells. Burton was sentenced to 40 years in prison. Burton was also convicted of possession of a deadly weapon during the commission of a violent crime. He received a two-year sentence for that offense, which will run concurrently.
GOVERNOR ENDS COVID-19 EMERGENCY ORDER Gov. Henry McMaster did not renew the COVID-19 State of Emergency he issued in 2020. The order was active for 451 days before it expired Sunday, June 6. “It is no longer necessary for us to have a state of emergency,” McMaster said during a news conference, according to the Associated Press.
BRYSON NIMMER FINISHES TIED FOR 35TH AT PALMETTO CHAMPIONSHIP Bluffton’s Bryson Nimmer finished tied for 35th at the Palmetto Championship at Congaree. The event, held at Congaree Golf Club in Jasper County, represented Nimmer’s best finish at a PGA Tour event. He finished the tournament 3-under overall. Garrick Higgo shot an 11-under overall to win the tournament.
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PALMETTO BLUFF BOUGHT BY DEVELOPERS Henderson Park Capital Partners and South Street Partners formed a joint venture to purchase Palmetto Bluff, a 20,000-acre property in Bluffton. London-based Henderson Park Capital is a private equity real estate company. South Street Partners is a private equity real estate investment firm based in Charlotte and Charleston. The developers plan to construct a second golf club, according to a news release. Other development will focus on the construction of Anson Village, which will open access to a large waterfront space and the southern Intracoastal Waterway. The community includes Forbes’ Five-Star Montage Palmetto Bluff resort.
HILTON HEAD TOWN COUNCIL RESUMES IN-PERSON MEETINGS
HARLEY Age: 4 years old Gender: Female Weight: 50-60 pounds Breed: Mixed Large Temperament: Harley is full of energy and enjoys playing with whoever is willing. She would enjoy a home with one person who can give her undivided attention.
JANIE Age: 5 years old Gender: Female Weight: 8-10 pounds Breed: Domestic short-haired Temperament: : Janie has a sweet soul and enjoys watching her rambunctious roommates. She is often found sunbathing and taking a nice long nap.
The Town Council of Hilton Head Island returned to in-person meetings beginning June 15. It was the first time the council hosted meetings in the Benjamin M. Racusin Council Chambers since public access to Town Hall was closed last April.
GOLFER DUSTIN JOHNSON RECEIVES TOP STATE HONOR Gov. Henry McMaster presented South Carolina native and World No. 1 Dustin Johnson in early June with the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor. Johnson is a 24-time PGA Tour winner, the defending FedEx Cup champion and the first South Carolinian to win the Masters. He was born in Columbia and attended Coastal Carolina University. “Through the Dustin Johnson Foundation, he’s removing barriers to the game and providing opportunities for young people that they wouldn’t otherwise have,” McMaster said. “We are proud to honor him with the Order of the Palmetto for all that he has accomplished, and all that he will continue to accomplish, in golf and beyond.”
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The South Carolina Department of Transportation is expected parallel access roads,” Rodman said. to reveal this month its long-awaited preferred option for an Local officials were also urged to create an island gateway estimated $272 million project designed to ease peak-time traffic with enhancements that highlight Stoney’s Gullah history. congestion on the island’s north end. Other aesthetics included landscaped medians, biking and SCDOT is scheduled to present its preferred option at a July walking pathways and low-level lighting. 22 public hearing. The proposal is undergoing an environmental The town hired MKSK Inc., a land planning consultant, assessment required by the National Environmental Policy Act. to recommend to SCDOT designs for the island’s entrance SCDOT will incorporate public comments into its preferred and in Stoney, said Shawn Colin, senior advisor to the town option and send it back to the Federal Highway Administration, manager. Additional recommendations may be appropriate which oversees NEPA. once SCDOT releases the Environmental Assessment results Beaufort County Council member Stu and details of the preferred route are Rodman called it a drawn-out process, made public, he said. required by federal law, that started with SCDOT’s plan should cover from the creating alternatives, gathering community Moss Creek streetlights on the mainland input and using that information to finalize to the Cross Island Parkway and U.S. the alternatives. 278 near Gumtree road, said Steve Baer, The project, which will take three to a member of a citizen’s group that says five years to complete, would revamp or it has more than 5,900 signatures on a replace the bridges connecting Hilton Head petition challenging the project. The to the mainland and expects to improve group has made its concerns known to traffic flow between Moss Creek Drive in NEPA and politicians such as state Sen. Bluffton and Spanish Wells Road on the Tom Davis. island. The project, scheduled to start in “Some of our group say that SCDOT 2024, is funded by a voter-approved 1-cent started with the answer they wanted tax increase, a state grant, SCDOT and and worked backward to try to get other local sources. it,” he said. “They also feel that the SCDOT unveiled six proposed routes land planner that has been hired, while nearly two years ago, later adding three important, may be being used to sell others. Concerns were raised about lipstick on a pig.” environmental effects, displacing the SCDOT’s scope stops at Spanish historic Stoney neighborhood and Wells, and county funding stops at increased traffic congestion. Squire Pope, Baer said. The proposed Critics argued for an independent alternatives don’t study or pay for such review of the alternatives. The county things as the ramifications of no left and town opted to hire HDR Engineering. turns at Squire Pope and Spanish Wells Craig Winn, SCDOT Program Manager, Roads, which could add congestion to reviewed the HDR recommendations and roads near 278 or require changes at the BY JAMES A. MALLORY how SCDOT responded in a May town Gumtree Road intersection, he said. council workshop on Zoom. “Most important, we have not been The HDR recommendations focus on given end-to-end comparison of the traffic flow. They call for two-phase traffic lights that stay green for costs, throughout, impacts and issues of the alternatives, or 90 percent of the time and limiting conflict points where U.S. 278 proof that they will solve our problem,” he said. “Despite intersects with Jenkins, Gateway Drive and Blue Heron Point roads. many meetings and comments over two years, there has been The suggestions call for the elimination of left turns at a lack of scientific computation and transparency on this Squire Pope and Spanish Well Roads, a new light at Old Wild project.” Horse Road and a 45-mile speed limit in the area. It also The July 22 public hearing is scheduled for 2 p.m. to 7 proposes studying future changes to U.S. 278 like adding p.m. at the Island Recreation Center, 20 Wilborn Road. Those parallel access roads and evaluating the intersections at Wild unable to attend can schedule in-person appointments July 14Horse and Gumtree Roads. 16 and Aug. 18-21 at the recreation center. “All the parties appear to be converging on the need for For more information, visit scdot278corridor.com.
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HARDEEVILLE’S $8.5 MILLION MULTI-PURPOSE RECREATION CENTER READY TO DEBUT
FIRST-CLASS FACILITY BY EDWARD THOMAS
There has been a growing sense of anticipation and elation within the 56-square-mile city of Hardeeville — recently listed among the fastest growing municipalities in South Carolina. The excitement is focused around the $8.5 million, 35,000-square-foot indoor, multi-purpose recreation center that has been a gleam in the eyes of community leaders for more than six years, but actually has taken shape in just the past two years.
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The new facility is located on a parcel of wooded acreage near the corner of John Smith Road and McTeer Street just off the city’s main drag — Whyte Hardee Boulevard. And, according to Hardeeville Mayor Harry Williams: It’s going to be a tourism attraction as well as a venue that he believes “will help bring our very diverse community closer together in many positive ways.” Mayor Williams and the City Council are eagerly looking forward to the official grand opening the final weekend of
July, with the first public viewing on Saturday, July 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will be a festive event with free giveaways, tours, demonstrations, food and more. Jennifer Combs, director of the City of Hardeeville’s Parks, Recreation and Tourism Department, said the prime features of the facility will include an NCAA-size basketball court with seating for 1,000 spectators, plus courts for volleyball, racquetball and pickleball. Other competitive teams like cheerleading and gymnastics will be welcome. The venue is expected to attract a wide range of clubs, schools and organizations from throughout the region to use its facilities as it expects to host a variety of invitational tournaments. Hugo Montenegro is the new Recreation Center Manager. He will oversee most of the programming at the center from exercise classes for seniors to invitational competitive events. The 2,200-square-foot events room at the center can be divided into three meeting spaces and is larger than any other meeting space in Hardeeville. It will be able to host activities as well as events that have previously been a challenge, or impossible. “As you can see, I look forward to this multi-purpose recreation and community center becoming a major asset for our quality of life in Hardeeville as well as an economic
driver,” said Mayor Williams. “It will not only bring adult groups together for functions but, more importantly, become a safe gathering place for our youth, and thereby help solve the issue of unconstructive idle time.” In many ways the multipurpose center will serve as a linchpin for Mayor Williams’ goals that have been set for Hardeeville’s “smart growth” economic plan moving forward. For example, Montenegro is already working with pickleball organizations across South Carolina to attract tournaments to Hardeeville. He is also looking to host indoor league play among teams in the surrounding area as quickly as possible. Additionally, the multi-purpose facility includes a state-ofart, fully-equipped fitness center, which should attract a strong following of both residents and visitors using local hotel and motel accommodations. It is accompanied by a stylish indoor walking track. Total cost for the recreation center is $8.5 million, with $6.5 million coming from accommodations tax revenues (A-TAX) and the remaining $2 million from borrowed funds –— a fixed, 15-year loan from BB&T Bank (now TRUIST) at 3.1%. The facility was designed and constructed by Bobbitt Design Build, a prominent construction firm with offices in Columbia, Charlotte and Raleigh.
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COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF THE LOWCOUNTRY AWARDS $58,000 IN GRANTS
C o m m u n i t y Fo u n d a t i o n o f t h e Lowcountry awarded more than $58,000 to two programs that support healthcare and education. South Carolina Nurse Retention Fund received a $25,000 grant to support “reverse scholarships” to recent BSN graduates to keep them in Beaufort County. The University of South Carolina Beaufort received a “last dollars in” grant for up to $33,075 to fund a summer math program for low-income students of Ridgeland-Hardeeville High School. The summer program will provide a 10-day, intensive summer enrichment program, providing instruction and support to students.
ROTARY CLUB OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND HONORS PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS
The Rotary Club of Hilton Head recognized law enforcement officers and firefighters chosen by their organizations with the 2021 Rotary Public Service Recognition Award. Cpl. Andrew Calore was named Officer of the Year. Cpl. Calore has been with the Beaufort County police force since 2010. He is assigned to the Southern Investigations Section, which includes Bluffton and Hilton Head. The Firefighter of the Year Award was presented to Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue Captain Lee Jenkins. Jenkins is also a paramedic. Jenkins has been with the fire department since 2006.
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DON RYAN CENTER KICKS OFF HEROES PROGRAM
More than 80 people gathered at Veterans Park in Bluffton recently to officially kick off the Don Ryan Center for Innovation’s new HEROES Initiative. The event featured Bluffton Mayor Lisa Sulka declaring the day as the “Bluffton Heroes Day.” She issued a proclamation to mark the day in honor of the launch of this program to help the Lowcountry’s heroes transition to business ownership. The program is open to all military, veterans, police, firefighters and EMTs in the region who are interested in business ownership or who have an idea for a business looking to take it to the next level.
PEACOCK SUBARU HONORED WITH NATIONAL “LOVE PROMISE GOLD AWARD”
Subaru of America, Inc. has honored Peacock Subaru with its “Love Promise Customer and Community Commitment Gold Award,” which is reserved for “elite Subaru retailers who exhibit remarkable dedication to providing both exceptional customer service and making a positive impact in their communities,” a news release said. Peacock Subaru supports the Hilton Head Humane Association, Inner City Night Shelter, The Outside Foundation, the Palmetto Animal League, and Greater Bluffton-Jasper County Volunteers in Medicine.
ROTARY CLUB OF HILTON HEAD ISLAND NAMES SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
The Rotary Club of Hilton Head Island selected students Lupita Gomez and
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Michael Calamari to receive a scholarship of $4,000 per year for a maximum of four years. Gomez is a graduate of Hilton Head Island High School, where she was a member of JROTC and the recipient of a Rotary Youth Leadership Award. She has been accepted by the University of South Carolina Honors College. Calamari is a graduate of Hilton Head Island Prep School where he was a member of the National Honor Society and a student council member. He will attend Clemson University to pursue a degree in electrical engineering and computer science.
SCHOOL DISTRICT HONORED WITH MILITARY PURPLE STAR DISTINCTION
The South Carolina Department of Education designated the Beaufort County School District a Military Purple Star School District in recognition of its dedicated programming and resources in support of military families. Beaufort County School District currently serves approximately 1,500 children from active-duty military families stationed at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, and Naval Hospital Beaufort.
GULLAH ARTWORK INSTALLED BY TOWN OF HILTON HEAD
The Town of Hilton Head Island has installed mural panels outside the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island. Produced in partnership with the Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island and the Town’s Office of Cultural Affairs, the murals were created
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by African American artists to teach about the history of the Gullah community, a news release said. Artists Beverly Baynes, Tony Burns and Amiri Farris licensed the images in support of the initiative. Core themes of the murals are family, community and ingenuity. “Art is core to the Gullah experience, so it makes sense that we would use it as a tool to tell our story,” said Louise Miller Cohen, Executive Director for the Gullah Museum. The Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island reopens July 3. More information about Community Creates can be found at culturehhi.org/ about/community-create-initiatives.
CEFA AWARDS INAUGURAL SCHOLARSHIP
The Hilton Head Area Council of Estate and Financial Advisors, Inc. awarded its inaugural 2021 CEFA Scholarship to Hilton Head High School senior Mya Clayton. Clayton plans to major in medicine. The $1,000 CEFA Scholarship is awarded to a student planning to enter the estate planning and financial professional fields and is open to any graduating high school student in southern Beaufort County, Hilton Head Island and Bluffton. The scholarship is in memory of James C. Moore.
VILLAGE OF WEXFORD DONATES $1,000 TO NONPROFITS
The Village at Wexford hosted Wine Down Wednesday to benefit nonprofits. The event raised $1,000 each for the Boys & Girls Club of Hilton Head and Pockets Full of Sunshine.
BLUFFTON ARTIST WINS AT PICCOLO SPOLETO JURIED ART EXHIBITION
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Chef Matthew Raiford showcases his personal mixture of recipes, photos, and stories about Southern coastal cuisine.
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For Brunswick-based chef Matthew Raiford, food and storytelling blend together like butter and sugar. His justreleased cookbook, “Bress ‘N’ Nyam: Gullah Geechee Recipes from a Sixth-Generation Farmer,” showcases his personal mixture of recipes, photos and stories about Southern coastal cuisine. The title means “bless and eat” in Gullah Geechee, something that resonates deeply with Raiford, who grew up surrounded by food and family on the Gilliard Farm, purchased in 1874, by his great-great-great grandfather, Jupiter Gilliard, a freed slave. “My father wanted me to grow up with grass under my feet,” recalls Raiford, launching into stories about planting crops, trading squash for cucumbers with neighbors and picking wild huckleberries after “hitting the bush with a stick and chasing the snakes away.”
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The daily gathering spot was always at the table. Conversation was mandatory. “To this day,” he says, “I still believe people are more connected at the table than anywhere else.” His mission is reminding people of that. Reminiscing about his father’s apple turnovers and French pastries, his grandmother’s Caribbean dishes, and his grandfather’s candied yams, Raiford moans with delight. Family, he says, broadened his palate. Growing up, he loved spending time in the kitchen, especially with his Nana, the glue that held everyone together. But at 18 years old, bruised by racial attitudes, he joined the military, declaring he was “never coming back.” Ten years later he enrolled in the Culinary Institute of America. A rising star, he became the executive chef of Haute Catering at the U.S. House of Representatives.
A family reunion in 2010 changed all that. Back at his Nana’s table, Raiford heard the same question he’d heard for 20 years: “What should we do with this land?” His advice was always, “You should go back to farming.” But Nana was aging, and the land was full of weeds. Seemingly possessed by the spirits of his ancestors, Raiford looked at his sister and declared, “We need to get back to farming.” Nana smiled, reached under the table, and handed over the deed. He started by planting 100 fruit trees. “They all died,” he bellows. “I had to learn what I didn’t know.” Advice came from local farmers and professors alike, but Raiford gleaned the best tips from the pages of his ancestors’ letters and diaries. Today rows of sweet
potatoes, peas, herbs — and fruit trees — grace the landscape. Stories wrap around all of it like vines. His inner harvest has been bountiful, too. There’s stillness, he explains, and a renewed sense of purpose and community. All more valuable than that high-paying job he left behind. “The land speaks to me,” he adds, pointing to a patch of weeds by the front door. “Pennywort,” he calls it, spinning yet another tale about the plant, its message (too much water in the soil), and how he tricked his mother into eating it in a salad she deemed “delicious.” Being connected to the land and using what’s available is part of Raiford’s philosophy. It’s also a theme in his cookbook, co-written with writer Amy Condon, who urged Raiford to share his message.
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Ideas for pairing homegrown crops like tomatoes and Muscadine grapes with local staples such as crabs, oysters, or farm-raised chickens fill each page. Organized not by types of food, but rather, by the elements – Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, Nectar, and Spirits – the book weaves a bit of spirituality and nostalgia into every recipe. “I was lost for so long,” Raiford admits. “Now, I’ve learned to look at life a whole new way.” Of course, making stone fruit compote or watermelon salad, two of his favorite summer recipes, seems to right the world as well.
Excerpted from Bress ‘n’ Nyam: Gullah Geechee Recipes from a Sixth-Generation Farmer. Copyright © 2021 CheFarmer Matthew Raiford and Amy Paige Condon. Photography © 2021 by Siobhán Egan. Styling by Bevin Valentine Jalbert. Reproduced by permission of The Countryman Press, a Division of W.W. Norton & Company. All rights reserved.
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BY MARK E. LETT | PHOTOS BY MADISON ELROD
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Creativity, it is said, is your intelligence having fun. In Bluffton, creativity has a surprising hangout at the intersection of a cul-de-sac, a gravel patch and a couple of buildings with frumpy exteriors. But look inside. That’s where the fun lives. Pulsing to a motto of “Heart and Hustle” is the colorful command center of 9Rooftops, one of America’s most vibrant advertising and marketing companies. It is not your workaday workplace. Some 75 colleagues on flex schedules share graffiti-enlivened cubicles, pet dogs, a commercial kitchen and a deluxe video and film studio. Out of sight to most Hilton Head and Bluffton residents, the agency is top-of-mind for a growing number of diverse brand clients — from Coca Cola to Qdoba, Grand Marnier and the Pennsylvania Lottery. Among the many others: Whirlpool, Church’s Chicken, Barilla Pasta, Belle Tire and the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism. The company was formed a year ago by merging three agencies with offices in Bluffton and eight other cities (hence, the name “9Rooftops”). Today’s company has 280 employees in Bluffton, Pittsburgh, Chicago, Boston, Atlanta, New York, Birmingham, Baltimore and Miami. The past year has been a success, said chief executive Kevin Meany, a New York native and former Californian and Minnesotan, who came to Hilton Head a quarter-century ago and launched an ad agency from his living room. A self-described “contrarian” who “has never taken a management course,” Meany said the Covid pandemic made the merger of three agencies with far-flung offices “a special challenge.” It has been a year packed with Zoom meetings and long-distance communicating, complicated all the more by work-from-home practices at individual offices. “We are a very collaborative business,”’ said Meany, who earned a master’s degree in clinical psychology and was on his way to an advanced degree when marketing and advertising captured his heart and mind. “Covid has changed our industry. I do believe we are better together when you can see the smiles or frowns that have been behind masks for the past year.”
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“IT WORKS BECAUSE WE ARE DISSIMILAR.” KEVIN MEANY
9Rooftops chief executive
The merger combined Meany’s BFG company with Pittsburgh-based Marc USA and BLR of Birmingham, Alabama. Each brought different ingredients to the table, with Marc specializing in data science, analytics and digital media and BLR focused on the health care industry. “It works because we are dissimilar,” said Meany. Added Scott Seymour, executive vice-president and creative director: “It was like pieces of a puzzle all fitting together,” he said. The pieces came together nicely, with 9Rooftops gaining valuable business during the pandemic. Among clients served in the past year have been Facebook, Burger King and Microsoft. “We are having a good run,” said Seymour, who was persuaded by Meany to leave New York for Hilton Head when Meany launched his original company, BFG Communications (think: Beverage & Food Group). Meany and his wife had been looking to relocate from New York more than 25 years ago. A tour of the South included Charlotte, Charleston and Jacksonville, before they stopped to see Meany’s parents, who were vacationing in Sea Pines Plantation.
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The couple was sold on Hilton Head and promptly sold their New York home. In the years since, they raised two children and moved from Indigo Run to Windmill Harbour, not far from the 9Rooftops location. “It sure beats ice fishing in Minnesota,” said Meany, who has shifted from surfing to boating and restoring classic cars. His pride and joy: A 1955 Porsche Speedster. Hosting the BFG – and now 9Rooftops – has paid dividends for the community. More than a decade ago, Meany provided marketing and creative support to a foundation established by Robert DiCarlo of the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Department. In some 10 years of operations, the No More Diabetes foundation raised nearly $1 million for juvenile diabetes research and development. Meany’s team helped promote fund-raising events ranging from golf tournaments and bicycle rides to a tennis tournament. DiCarlo, now a master sergeant, met Meany when he visited the ad agency’s offices to clear up phone problems that resulted in errant 911 calls. “One thing led to another,” said DiCarlo. “Kevin offered to help the foundation and he did all he could for us. He was with us every step of the way after that.”
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SUCCESS COLUMBIA-BASED MANUFACTURER PRODUCES TOP-SELLING BOATS BY TIM WOOD | PHOTOS SUPPLIED
Their success is counterintuitive to the rest of their boating industry competitors. Just about every manufacturer is angling to make bigger boats to serve the ever-growing saltwater boat market. Vic Roof Sr. had already had a Hall of Fame-level marine career, having created the Sunbird Boat Company. The brand was one of the best-selling boats in the 1980s and the company was sold to Outboard Marine Corporation. After a short “retirement,” Senior got the itch back when
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Vic Roof Jr., affectionately known as Bubba, graduated college. The two took their old-school knowledge and nextgeneration passion for design and created Sea Hunt Boats in 1995. The company is based in Columbia. The goal was simple for Bubba: give the next-generation angler what they weren’t getting. “We build family fishing boats,” said Sea Hunt National Sales Manager Robbie Coates. “Our Ultra series, our bestsellers, it’s an acronym for what we’re all about. Ultimate
lifestyle that’s really affordable. It’s got the seating for the family, for the kids, for the tubing and the watersports, for pulling up on sandbars or docking at restaurants. Bubba got that we can build a boat that serves the hardcore fisherman and the family that wants to be on the boat, too.” The result was an industry-changing innovation, a saltwater center console boat with extra bow seating, back rests in the bow and extra leg room. It’s the type of genius you see on “Shark Tank” and say, “I wish I’d thought of that.”
Father and son started with a 15-foot boat and soon expanded to 17- and 19-footers. Their 23-foot model catapulted Sea Hunt into the boating elite. The company now builds four lines of boats ranging from 18 to 30 feet and within that market have become the No. 1 center console boat in the world in that size range for 16 straight years. We’re not talking about taking over the industry with volume or boat size. The Roofs have always focused on innovating within one mindset — combining the fun of a
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SEA HUNT BY THE NUMBERS A LOOK AT SEA HUNT IN SOUTH CAROLINA: • 16: CONSECUTIVE YEARS AS THE TOP-SELLING BOAT IN THE 18-TO-30-FOOT RANGE. • 8-9: NUMBER OF BOATS PRODUCED EACH DAY AT ITS COLUMBIA FACILITY. • 220: EMPLOYEES WORKING AT THE COLUMBIA PLANT. • 30: MAX LENGTH BOAT (IN FEET) SEA HUNT PRODUCES.
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pontoon with the fisherman’s needs of a center-console boat. The Ultra series is the most family friendly with a full backseat. The Gamefish, Triton and Bay Extreme series are all more specifically tailored toward fishing but still account for family time. Vic Sr. has retired, but Bubba has kept his Dad’s ideals fully intact. The company has not computerized design. The new looks are designed by Bubba and a small team of engineers. New design tweaks are the product of discussions between Bubba, customers and his network of dealers from New York to the Florida Keys and over to the Gulf of Mexico and Texas. The company has ramped up production out of its 170,000-squarefoot facility while always keeping the laser-sharp focus on quality. Sea Hunt has around 30 total dealers, with The Boathouse on Hilton Head Island being the Lowcountry’s lone dealer. Each of the dealers is clamoring for more boats, but Bubba has toed the line at no more than 2,200 boats produced per year. Roof, now 49, is at the facility at 5:30 a.m. each day and inspects every boat before it heads to a dealer. The signature of a Sea Hunt — sharp bow drops, big dead rise, smoother ride —is achieved on a drafting board, then a wood plug and finally, a fiberglass mold. Competitors have tried to replicate the process with mass production but boaters know a Sea Hunt when they see it hit that first heavy wave. The company has stayed equally focused on their commitment to giving back to both the Columbia region and the state, thanks to strong charitable donations to area schools, the Harvest Hope food bank and the Coastal Conservation Association. Many competitors have graduated to building 40-foot boats and beyond with robots, but Roof and his crew have a mentality Lowcountry boaters can relate to: speed can be achieved with a slow and steady commitment to unwavering customer satisfaction.
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The Lowcountry, known for historic communities, thick marshlands, diverse wildlife and oceanfront playlands, is also the home of a major global aircraft manufacturer. Boeing South Carolina in North Charleston, combined with a sister plant in Everett, Washington, has produced more than 1,000 Boeing
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787s, which are designed for long-haul and international flights. The company touts its production as “From Freezer to Flight” because the carbon fiber used in the planes arrives in a freezer. The aircraft maker’s presence in the state goes beyond the planes it builds and the approximately 5,700 people it employs. It is a generous
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giver to non-profits around the state, including in the Lowcountry. Its most visible impact on the local community is as the presenting sponsor of the RBC Heritage golf tournament at Harbour Town Golf Links. Less visible is the company’s support of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math education initiatives across the state.
The Boeing name first appeared in South Carolina in the late 2000s when it bought two of its aircraft suppliers in the Charleston area, and then developed a final assembly building for Dreamliner and eventually expended to include a new north campus in Ladson. Boeing’s Interior Responsibility Center opened on the 141-acre
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• EMPLOYEES: APPROXIMATELY 5,700 • $ 56 MILLION INVESTED IN S.C. NON-PROFITS SINCE 2010
• E MPLOYEES COMMUNITY FUND PROVIDED NEARLY $2 MILLION TO CHARLESTON-AREA ORGANIZATIONS SINCE 2012. • E MPLOYEE VOLUNTEER PROGRAM: MORE THAN 8,000 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.
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north campus in 2011. Workers there make interior parts familiar to airplane passengers, including stow bins, closets, partitions and class dividers. A Research & Technology Center followed in 2015, focusing on manufacturing technology and composite fuselage manufacturing. There is also a propulsion facility that makes nacelles for 737 engines. Other operations at Boeing South Carolina include: IT Center of Excellence and Engineering Design Center. Finally, Boeing South Carolina said it partners with more than 300 suppliers across the state. The first airplane rolled out of final assembly and took its inaugural flight in the spring of 2012. That plane was delivered to Air India later in the year. The three versions of the 787 are all built in North Charleston, and about 70 percent of Boeing’s commercial airplane sales are to international airplane operators. Workers fabricate, assemble and install interiors for the plane’s rear fuselage and integrate it with the midbody fuselage. The combined sections are then moved to final assembly. The forward fuselage, wings and tail cone are made elsewhere and brought in to complete the plane. Community is part of Boeing’s presence in South Carolina. It has given out more than $56 million to non-profits. Another example of Boeing’s community presence is its support of STEM education. Currently, more than 850,000 middle and high school students have
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gone through its DreamLearners Program and Speakers Bureau since 2012, the company said. That number spiked in the past year as the coronavirus forced the program to become virtual. The company expects the number of students reached to hit one million by the end of the year. The Hilton Head-Beaufort-Bluffton area had more than 1,762 students participate in DreamLearners between 2013 and 2021 in either the onsite program or through its speaker’s bureau, the company said. Boeing is proud of its environmental stewardship. Boeing South Carolina was the company’s first 100 percent renewable energy site. Solar panels on the 787 Final Assembly building generate up to 2.6 megawatts of energy to power the facility and other areas. Boeing also said that no waste generated at the campuses goes into landfills. The company also helps veterans transition back to civilian life. “Boeing has been a part of the South Carolina community for more than a decade, providing meaningful careers for our teammates who continue to innovate the aerospace industry,” said Lane Ballard, vice president and general manager of the 787 program and Boeing South Carolina site leader, in a statement from the company. “We are grateful for the strong partnerships across the state that have contributed to the development of an advanced and growing manufacturing community, and we look forward to a long future in South Carolina.”
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NON STOP GROWTH BMW CONTINUES TO MAKE BIG INVESTMENT IN SOUTH CAROLINA BY TIM WOOD | PHOTOS SUPPLIED
It’s the dream-car purchase for so many. The Ultimate Driving Machine signifies the highest level of sophisticated engineering for autophiles. An achievement once thought to be purely German is manufactured just 235 miles up I-26. BMW made a huge bet on South Carolina in 1992, buying 900 acres of peach orchards in Greer and Spartanburg. Few natives realized the impact the car giant’s first U.S. manufacturing plant would make, even when the first Americanmade BMW 318i rolled off the production line in 1994.
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More than a quarter century later, the company has invested close to $11 billion in the plant, a seven-millionsquare-foot campus that encompasses enough space for 150 football fields. The Spartanburg facility has been at the forefront of BMW Group’s heavy push to make BMW a leader in the evolution of the electric vehicle and has produced most of the vehicles that have made the company the top U.S. auto exporter for seven straight years.
In 2020, the plant was responsible for exporting 218,820 of its sport activity vehicles and coupes, a total retail value of $8.9 billion. The ripples of such output have a wide-spanning impact, as ports in Charleston, Savannah and Brunswick, Ga. have become the main centers to ship out the cars to more than 125 countries. The plant employs more than 11,000 workers who have built houses and pumped billions of dollars into
the local economy. Research out of the University of South Carolina shows that for every 10 jobs BMW has created, 90 more jobs are sustained thanks to supplier network jobs and consumer spending. The transformation of those peach orchards has led to an evolution of nearby Greenville, a city that has undergone a 25-year-long extreme makeover from an economically depressed city to one of 2019’s Top 10 Best Places to Live, according to Livability.com.
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• 1,500: NUMBER OF BMWS PER DAY THAT CAN BE PRODUCED AT THE PLANT.
• 50: PERCENT OF BMWS SOLD IN THE U.S. MADE IN SPARTANBURG. • 11,000: EMPLOYEES AT THE PLANT.
• $14 MILLION: AMOUNT RAISED BY BMW’S CHARITY IN RUNNING THE BMW CHARITY PRO-AM.
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The state gave BMW Group more than $200 million in tax breaks, the type of investment that has attracted more than 400 auto-related companies to South Carolina, accounting for 66,000 jobs and an economic impact of $27 billion. The company’s success was cited as a main reason Volvo Cars built its first U.S. plant in the Charleston suburb of Ridgeville in 2015. The company has been equally active in giving back to the local community. Its sponsorship of the Korn Ferry Tour’s BMW Charity Pro-Am golf tourney has raised more than $14 million for South Carolina non-profits over the past 20 years. The Spartanburg plant is a manufacturing marvel, with 2,000 robots, two immense body shops, two paints shops, two assembly halls and a logistics division. The facility has its own railyard, which ships the cars to the ports for delivery to far-flung destinations. And there are a lot of cars. Plant workers celebrated the production of the five millionth BMW built in the U.S. in 2020. “When BMW announced more than 28 years ago the decision to locate the company’s first North American manufacturing operations in South Carolina, it was a true game changer for the Palmetto State,” said S.C. Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt. “The fact that our state remains the leader in the export sales of completed passenger vehicles, particularly during a challenging year, is a reflection of the incredible commitment and partnership between BMW and South Carolina.” Corporate communications manager Sky Foster was the fifth employee hired at the plant in 1993 and was the person tasked with hiring the plant’s first 100 workers from an application pool of more than 160,000 applicants. “There’s constant learning here and we want to remain on the cutting edge,” Foster said. “We have not stopped growing since Day 1. We continue to value the best lessons of the ‘start-up’ experience: commitment to a vision, working hard but also smartly, building strong teams, and valuing multiple perspectives to arrive at the best outcomes.” The coronavirus shut down the plant for a five-week stretch in March and April 2020, but the staff returned with strict safety guidelines and procedures and produced nearly 218,000 BMWs over the last six months of the year — a record for any half-year stretch in the factory’s history. The Spartanburg plant has become an incubator of innovation for BMW Group in evolving production to meet the changing automotive landscape. The company invested in a 2019 expansion of the plant’s battery assembly hall, allowing for a greater focus on hybrid electric vehicle production. The automaker’s two main hybrid electric models, the X3 xDrive30e and X5 xDrive45e, made up 13 percent of the plant’s total production in 2020. J U LY 2 0 2 1 // 51
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HAVE A PLAN TIPS FOR REDUCING FINANCIAL RISK AS A STARTUP FOUNDER BY DON RYAN CENTER FOR INNOVATION
Starting a business is inherently risky, but if there’s one thing you don’t want to take a chance on as a new entrepreneur, it’s your funding. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 20% of new businesses fail within the first two years of being open, 45% within the first five years, and 65% within the first 10 years – usually due to financial reasons. Sometimes you must spend money to make money but developing smart financial strategies can help you mitigate or eliminate high-risk areas. Reducing risk doesn’t just prevent you from taking on more debt. It can also reduce financing costs and the amount of equity that must be given up to attract investors. Here’s how you can reduce your financial risk as a startup founder.
The Don Ryan Center for Innovation provides startup and growth assistance to Beaufort and Jasper County entrepreneurs. Learn more at donryancenter.com.
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HAVE A BUSINESS PLAN One of the most effective steps an entrepreneur can take to reduce their financial risk is to write a business plan. This document outlines how much capital you’ll need to get your business up and running and where you intend to allocate those resources later. If you know exactly how much money you’ll need on the front end, you’ll be less likely to take out more loans or make purchases you’ll regret later. The market research you conduct while writing a business plan should also give you an idea of whether your startup will be a success or if you need to re-work your idea.
KNOW WHEN TO OUTSOURCE Entrepreneurs are used to wearing many hats at once, but outsourcing some responsibilities could make a real difference to your bank account (and your sanity). Although certain tasks can be completed in-house, the reality is that paying a professional to do the task will usually yield better results at a lower cost. While you might be hesitant to spend your startup capital on outside marketing, design, or office support services, the reality is that it’s better to have those things done right the first time than waste precious time, money, and energy on redos.
REDUCE FIXED OVERHEAD COSTS Startups can almost never justify investing in expensive infrastructure or large inventory orders from the beginning. Even with careful planning and extensive research on your side, there’s no way to accurately predict the actual demand for your products or services. That’s why your goal should be to minimize initial overhead costs – like shipping, office supplies, equipment, and consulting fees – until you start turning a profit.
BUY BUSINESS INSURANCE Just like a home or auto insurance plan, business insurance can protect your assets when disaster strikes. Many business owners forget to buy business insurance or opt-out of policy shopping altogether because they think they’ll never need it. But as they say, “The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry,” and you don’t want to be without a safety net if the unthinkable happens.
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HERE’S A QUICK GUIDE TO MAINTAINING A STRONG PROFILE
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Your credit score is a measure of your past ability to make payments on time and manage your credit. It helps lenders determine how risky a borrower is. Credit scores range from 300 to 850. About 46% of Americans have scores of 740 or higher.
800 TO 849: Fico scores in this range are considered exceptional and will give you the best loan offers at the lowest cost. 740 TO 799: Credit scores in this range are classified as very good. Although you would be good candidates to get a loan, the interest rates might be slightly higher.
670 TO 739: Fico scores in this range are considered good. Borrowers in this range will pay more for their money than the best advertised rates. 580 TO 669: A score in this range would be classified as fair. With a below-average credit score, your options are reduced, and you will pay a premium for your loan.
BELOW 579: A credit score under 579 puts you in the category of a very poor borrower. Loans will likely be denied or at extremely high interest rates to compensate for the additional risk. WANT TO INCREASE YOUR SCORE? CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING KEY AREAS:
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HIGH BALANCES: Keeping a big balance on a credit card can increase your credit utilization ratio, which is the percentage of your credit limit that you use. The ratio is calculated using the end-of-month balance that appears on your bill. Your score can suffer even if you pay off your balance every month. It is recommended that you use less than a third of your credit limit. Tip: To obtain the best FICO scores, keep this under 10%.
CLOSING ACCOUNTS: Closing a credit card account can hurt your credit because it lowers the amount of credit you have available to you and hurts your debt utilization ratio. This also impacts the length of your credit history which reduces your score. Tip: You can stop using cards without closing accounts. CREDIT TYPE: If you have several credit cards in your name, but no loans, your credit might suffer. Credit scoring systems reward consumers who have different types of accounts. Revolving debts, like credit cards, are viewed less favorably than loans. Tip: If you are considering buying a new car and can afford the payments, taking out a car loan could boost your score.
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LATE PAYMENTS: Your payment history is one of the biggest factors that is considered. Late payments on credit cards, student loans, mortgages, bills and even unpaid parking tickets can all bring down your score. Tip: If you have difficulties paying a bill, reach out to your lender. Most will work out a payment plan that will keep your credit rating intact while you pay down your debt. TOO MANY LINES OF CREDIT: Having some credit is good for your score, but there is such a thing as too much. Every time you apply for a loan or credit card, the lender makes an inquiry into your credit history, which usually knocks off several points from your credit score. Tip: Avoid store credit card promotions that create inquiries on your credit report.
DEFAULTING: The most obvious credit blunder is defaulting on a loan or credit card. The biggest hits come from declaring bankruptcy or foreclosure, which can easily slice 100 points or more from a credit score. Tip: Bankruptcies stay on your credit report for 7-10 years depending on the type of filing. CO-SIGNING: By co-signing, you are assuming equal responsibility for the amount owed. Any late payments or defaults will show up on your credit report. Tip: Just say no. It’s important to monitor your credit regularly to check your progress, and check for errors. You can obtain your credit reports for free from each of the three major credit reporting agencies (Equifax, Experian, TransUnion) or once a year through www.annualcreditreport.com.
Pat Sokolowski is a certified financial planner for Metis Wealth Management and Planning.
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1. ROC DENTAL GROUP WELCOMES PATIENT CARE COORDINATOR
Katie Brown has joined ROC Dental Group as its newest patient care coordinator. Originally from Colorado, Brown has lived in the Lowcountry for the past year and a half and has worked in the healthcare industry for the past four years.
2. MEMORIAL HEALTH CURTIS AND ELIZABETH ANDERSON CANCER INSTITUTE NAMES MEDICAL DIRECTOR
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William Burak Jr., MD., has been named medical director at Memorial Health Curtis and Elizabeth Anderson Cancer Institute. Burak is a surgical oncologist and serves as director of breast oncology at the ACI. In his new role he will provide medical leadership and oversight for all adult cancer programs.
3. COASTAL EMPLOYMENT WELCOMES TWO EMPLOYEES Kristen Buhl has joined Coastal Employment as a recruiter. She is an active-duty military spouse. Buhl and her family relocated to the Lowcountry from North Carolina where she worked as an HR business partner. Lillie Powell has joined Coastal Employment as a team coordinator. She attended the University of South Carolina Beaufort where she earned a degree in hospitality management. Her background includes many levels of administration in the resort- and travel-agency industries.
6. THE WESTIN HILTON HEAD ADDS FOOD AND BEVERAGE DIRECTOR 4. ELLIS
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Marya Moore has joined The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa as its director of food and beverage. She has more than 25 years of experience working in hospitality and management. A Massachusetts native, Moore recently was executive chef and director of restaurants at Renaissance Boston Waterfront Hotel following her tenure at Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa.
7. THE CLUB GROUP NAMES NEW PRESIDENT 5. PRIZE
4. ERICA ELLIS JOINS JOLLEY LAW GROUP
Erica Ellis has joined Jolley Law Group in its office on Hilton Head Island. Ellis joins the firm’s wills, trusts, estate planning and estate administration practice areas and will focus on drafting estate planning documents,
Daniel Prize has joined Group 3 Designs. Prize graduated with a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Notre Dame. At Notre Dame, Prize garnered architectural experience during his internship at Duncan G. Stroik. At Group 3 he will design a wide array of residential architecture from concept to completion. Prize will contribute in all phases from schematic design to contract bidding.
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The Club Group, Ltd., announced that Chief Financial Officer Andy Sutton has been appointed President and Chief Operating Officer of the property management firm. Sutton began as the Hilton Head-based firm’s Controller in 2009, becoming Chief Financial Officer in 2017. The Club Group was founded in 1986 by Mark King. The firm has been connected with Sea Pines for over 32 years, since hired by Prudential-Bache/ Fogelman to manage its Harbour Town properties, including the
Harbour Town Yacht Club and the Slip Owners Association of the Yacht Basin.
8. HILTON HEAD PREP NAMES FIRST ALUMNUS ELECTED BOARD CHAIR
Sam Bauer, class of 1984, is the first alumnus elected chairman of the board of trustees at Hilton Head Preparatory School. Bauer joined the board in 2018 as the first alumnus elected to the board. He has also served on the marketing committee. He has served as President of the Beaufort County Bar Association and of the South Carolina Criminal Defense Lawyers Association.
9. BEAUFORT COUNTY NAMES HEAD OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Scott Marshall has been named director of human resources for Beaufort County. He will start in his new role July 6, a news release said. Marshall was formerly interim town manager for the town of Bluffton and was deputy town manager of Bluffton from December 2015 to January 2021.
10. RESURRECTION CHRISTIAN CHURCH WELCOMES PASTOR
Timothy Hayes has joined Resurrection Christian Community Church as its lead pastor. Hayes is a 2003 graduate of Liberty University. He joins the church with his wife, Heather, and their children from Encounter Church in Arnold, Missouri, where he has served since 2015.
11. BEAUFORT MEMORIAL ADDS PHYSICIAN
Dr. Robyn Odzark joined Beaufort Memorial’s Express Care & Occupational Health walk-in care practice in Okatie. She joined the hospital’s medical staff in 2019 as part of its Bluffton Primary Care team.
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THE LOWCOUNTRY GETS READY FOR ATLANTIC HURRICANE SEASON STORM SEASON IS HERE.
The Lowcountry is prepping for Atlantic hurricane season, which is from June 1 to Nov. 30, with the heaviest months usually in August through October. Officials with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration forecast that we will see between 13 and 20 named storms this year. They say three to five of those storms could be major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher. The NOAA predicts a 60% chance of an above-normal hurricane season, a 30% chance of a near-normal season and a 10% chance of a below-normal season. “Now is the time for communities along the coastline as well as inland to get prepared for the dangers that hurricanes can bring,” said Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo. To help the state prepare, the South Carolina. Emergency Division created a new website: hurricane.sc. The site is an online guide to hurricane season resources. “People in potentially vulnerable areas will be able to use this new website along with our other resources to update their emergency plans, know what evacuation zone they’re in and make informed decisions about their personal safety,” SCEMD Director Kim Stenson said. Residents should give themselves enough time to prepare for a hurricane; make sure everyone in the household knows the family’s hurricane plan; and know where you will go once an evacuation order has been issued. Here are some tips to stay safe.
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• Know your evacuation zone. Evacuations are announced by designated zones. View the map found on the S.C Emergency Management Division website (scemd.org), and identify your hurricane evacuation zone and routes. Do not rely on your GPS or seek shortcuts, which may be blocked off or unsafe. • Make an emergency plan with your family. Ensure everyone knows what to do.
• Place in a watertight container your ID cards, bank information, copies of insurance policies, emergency contact information, pet medical records, medications, doctor contact information and instructions on how to operate any medical equipment you use. Don’t forget to put an ID tag on your pet. • If possible, put important identification and medical records into a digital format for easy safekeeping and quicker movement.
Palmetto Bay Marina after Hurricane Matthew
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• Have an emergency kit, which should include a minimum of three days of non-perishable food, drinking water, first aid supplies, flashlight with extra batteries, medications, important documents and cash and credit cards.
• Include personal hygiene and sanitation items such as wet wipes, antibacterial cleaning products, hand sanitizer, towels, trash bags, dust masks, feminine supplies and an extra change of clothes for each person in the household. • Keep extra items on hand for children: crayons, paper, books, puzzles.
• If you are on dialysis or another life-sustaining treatment, identify a few locations available for treatment. Leave an extra key to your home with a trusted person so they can check on you. • If your medical device needs electricity, ask your healthcare provider or doctor what you should do if there is a power outage. Wear a medical bracelet. Flooding on Hilton Head Island after Hurricane Matthew
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• If you are disabled, contact your local government’s emergency information management office. Many local officials create contact lists of disabled residents to be able to check on them and provide help in a sudden emergency.
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• Turn off gas, electricity and water. • Charge your cell phone and mobile devices, and have extra chargers. • Prepare your vehicle by getting an inspection and checking your oil and tire pressure before you get on the road. Keep your gas tank full in the days before an evacuation.
STAY SAFE DURING COVID-19 • SCEMD recommends getting a COVID-19 vaccine. • Once you are in a safe place, do what you can to prevent the spread of the coronavirus. Add face masks, soap and hand sanitizer and tissues to your emergency kit. • Wear a mask and stay at least 6 feet from people who don’t live with you.
• Carry emergency items including a spare tire, tool kit, emergency flares, towels, gloves and jumper cables.
• When you check on neighbors and friends, be sure to follow social distancing recommendations (staying at least 6 feet, about 2 arms’ length, from others).
• Know where you will go. Stay with family, friends or a hotel far inland. If those options are not available, the S.C. Department of Social Services and the American Red Cross will provide a safe place.
• Due to the possibility of coronavirus infections, fewer people may be able to stay in each emergency shelter. Volunteers should take extra safety precautions such as safe distancing.
• The SC Emergency Manager mobile app, scemd.org, and road signs will have real-time information on all open shelters nearest to your evacuation route.
• Additional shelters will open based on need. • Each person entering a shelter will be screened for COVID-19 symptoms.
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PET SAFETY • Evacuate with your pet outside of the evacuation zone.
• Have a cage/carrier for each pet; a means of containment will be needed anywhere you go. • Counties may have a temporary emergency shelter for pets. The South Carolina Emergency Manager mobile app and scemd. org will list open shelters. • Consider boarding facilities, veterinary clinics, pet-friendly hotels, as well as homes of friends and relatives. • Have photos of yourself with your animals to prove ownership if you become separated. • Information about options for assistance with animals will be provided as soon as possible from SCEMD by way of news briefings and telephone hotlines.
WHAT TO DO AFTER THE HURRICANE • Return home only after it is declared safe. • Check gas, water, electrical lines and appliances for damage. • Use a flashlight to inspect damage. • Take pictures of damage, which will help in filing insurance claims. • Contact your insurance agent as soon as possible. • Don’t ever swim, drive or walk through flood waters. • Do not touch downed power lines or tree limbs touching power lines. • If you smell gas, leave your home and call the power company. • As soon as it is safe, contact your friends and family through texts and/ or social media to let them know if you need help or that you are OK.
After Tropical Storm Irma, this 13,000-pound Coast Guard buoy traveled about 8 nautical miles and washed ashore on Hilton Head Island.
HURRICANE RESOURCES TO HELP YOU STAY SAFE S.C. HURRICANE GUIDE scemd.org // hurricane.sc TOWN OF HILTON HEAD EMERGENCY PREP GUIDE hiltonheadislandsc.gov/publicsafety/ citizensguideemergencyprep.cfm TOWN OF BLUFFTON HURRICANE SEASON GUIDE townofbluffton.sc.gov/656/Hurricane-Season-2021 BEAUFORT COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT bcgov.net BEAUFORT COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE NIXLE ALERTS local.nixle.com/register/ PALMETTO BREEZE HURRICANE EVACUATION REGISTRY palmettobreezetransit.com CDC HURRICANE PREP www.cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/covid-19/ public-disaster-shelter-during-covid.html www.ready.gov/hurricanes FEMA www.fema.gov NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER nhc.noaa.gov
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The only thing hotter than the Lowcountry in July is the real estate market. “It’s funny, but the single most popular word we are hearing everyone use to describe this market is ‘crazy,’” said Chip Collins of Collins Group Realty, which has assisted more than 200 clients in 2021. “No matter how long anyone has been selling or participating in real estate, none of us have ever seen such a strong seller’s market with so few properties available for sale, and it’s happening across the entire country.”
WHEN IT COMES TO GETTING YOUR HOUSE READY, COLLINS HAS 5 TOP TIPS:
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A clean appearance allows a potential buyer to see the house itself without the distractions of displayed collections, overfilled bookcases, and cluttered countertops. One of the easiest ways to put your “buyer hat” on when evaluating if a space is cluttered is to simply step back and take a photo of the space with your phone, then look at the photo instead of the space. Is your eye drawn to the features of the room, or are you having a hard time seeing past the contents of the room?
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It’s important not only to properly time when you go on the market (there are strategic times based on availability of competing inventory), but you also need to consider what you’ll do if a buyer emerges straightaway.
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What will you do if they want to occupy in 30-45 days? What’s the transition plan? What kind of terms can you leverage into the sale contract that can help make this the smoothest and most rewarding sale ever? 5
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Consider a pre-sale home inspection to get a heads up on any issues that might cause an objection, expense or possible delay in the selling process. Cathy Olivetti of Olivetti, McCray & Withrow, LLC, said there are some pitfalls to consider when selling your home.
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“Everyone thinks that they can sell their own home. Some people can, and sometimes, especially in this market, a buyer falls into their lap,” Olivetti said. “But generally speaking, you need to list your home with a Realtor. A good Realtor will get you more money for your home, negotiate for you and usher you through the process. They will handle the contract and they will get you through a stressful time.” Olivetti added, “A good Realtor will also take good photos of the property. Good photos make a difference for the on-line listing. Professional pictures are a must and a small price to pay considering that you are selling a large asset.” Olivetti said being forthright is best. “Give your Realtor permission to be candid with you about the price of the property, the presentation and what needs to be done to make it sell for top dollar,” Olivetti said. “Leave for showings, keep the house tidy, and take the pets out of the home when showing.”
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WEICHERT REALTORS WELCOMES THREE AGENTS Joe Delvecchio, Downing Whitesell and John Bowen have joined Weichert Realtors as agents. Delvecchio will work out of the Sun City office. He grew up working in his family business building custom homes throughout Connecticut. He moved to Scottsdale, Arizona, and became a partner in a real estate firm selling luxury homes in Scottsdale and Paradise Valley. Whitesell, who will work out of the Hilton Head Island office, was a newcomer to New Jersey but was awarded Rookie of the Year in 2018 and became a member of the Executive Club, the Million Dollar Club, and received the 2019 NJ Realtors Circle of Excellence Sales Award. She was also awarded the Enterprise Award in 2019 from Weichert Realtors. In 2020, Whitesell received the Directors Club and Company Pride Awards. Bowen will work out of the Bluffton office. He is the founder of the Bluffton Group. A Bluffton native, he holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Colorado. Prior to venturing into real estate, Bowen was a manager for retail boating and fishing stores in Hilton Head, Columbia S.C., Charlotte N.C., and Denver, Co. CENTURY 21 ADDS FOUR AGENTS Anne Fitzgerald joins Century 21 as an agent. Originally from Connecticut, she and her husband have lived in Bluffton since 2015. In Connecticut she worked in the insurance industry as a litigation manager within the complex-claims arena. Fitzgerald received the Hilton Head Area Realtors Service Award for 2019. Rachel Kaufman is an Atlanta native who moved
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to Hilton Head after graduating from Kennesaw State University with a business degree. Carol Woods has a strong background in real estate sales. A former Texas resident, she and her husband, Jimmie, a retired Marine, moved to the Beaufort area in 2002. Their family includes six children and seven grandchildren. Claudia G. Murphy is an honors graduate of Furman University with a degree in communication studies. She played a prominent role on the Furman NCAA Division I women’s soccer team. She is a lifelong resident of the Lowcountry. HILTON HEAD PENDING SALES UP 64 PERCENT According to the May Housing Supply Overview from the Hilton Head Area Association of Realtors, from June 2020 to May 2021 pending sales in the Hilton Head region were up 64.4 percent. The price range with the largest gain in sales was the $650, 001-and-above range, which increased 142.9 percent. The overall median sales price was up 16.5 percent to $384, 418. The property type with the largest price gain was the condos/villas segment, where prices increased 20.8 percent to $290,000. Market-wide, inventory levels were down 71.3 percent. The property type that lost the least inventory was the condos segment, which decreased 68.9 percent. SALES STRONG STATEWIDE South Carolina real estate was strong in April, according to South Carolina Realtors statewide real estate market reports. Sales were up 41% from last year. Coastal areas continue to be hot spots, a news release said, with areas like Charleston, Hilton Head,
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LOWCOUNTRY SCHOOLS ENJOY ATHLETIC SUCCESS
A year ago, the high school spring sports season was just starting to heat up when the world shut down, bringing an abrupt end for BY JUSTIN JARRETT baseball, softball, soccer, lacrosse, track, tennis and golf standouts who had set their sights on winning a state championship. After a long wait, those studentathletes donned their school colors again this spring, and three area teams and five individuals achieved the milestone they had to put on standby during the COVID-19 pandemic: capturing state titles. It was an extra special spring at Hilton Head Christian Academy, where the Eagles brought home two state championship trophies to their new Bluffton campus and boasted an individual champion. The boys golf team got the party started with a dominant showing at the SCISA Class AA state championship in April, as the Eagles coasted to a 14-shot win. Senior Max Green captured the individual title at Coastal Carolina University’s Hackler Golf Course in Conway. “We were really prepared going in and had a really good gameplan set up,” said Green, who will play at West Virginia University next season. “We all wanted to shoot in the 70s, and we knew if we did that, we would have a good shot to win.” The Eagles did just that, as Green, Ethan Ducharme, Aiden LeBlanc, Sean Engler, and Hudson Buck each broke 80 both days and recorded top-10 individual finishes. Green capped off his phenomenal high school career with a three-shot win, opening with an even-par 72 and sealing the title with a scorching 4-under 68 to hold off
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Palmetto Christian Academy’s Alex Stephens and Orangeburg Prep’s Harris Holstein. HHCA’s girls soccer team had an impressive run through the abbreviated SCISA Class AA playoffs, outscoring their two opponents 8-0, including a 3-0 victory over Christian Academy of Myrtle Beach in the state championship match. It was an incredible showing for the Eagles as several of their stars looked to find their soccer legs on the heels of winning a third consecutive state title on the basketball court just a few days earlier. “(Coach Rosa Smith) told us at the beginning of the season, ‘We’re here to win a state championship.’ That was our goal,” sophomore standout Abby Peduzzi said. “I think our coaches bought into that goal and made us buy in and pushed us to be our best every day.” The Eagles’ first-year coach was spot-on. HHCA rattled off four straight wins following a seasonopening loss and rolled to a 10-4-2 overall record. Peduzzi scored a hat trick in a 5-0 win over a solid Spartanburg Day team in the semifinals, and when she drew extra attention in the title game, her teammates stepped up. Bless Hurtado, Devon Yarde, and Addy Lentz all scored goals, and senior goalkeeper Mikayla Kelca recorded her second straight clean sheet in goal to secure the championship. No team was more dominant than Hilton Head Prep’s boys tennis team, as the Dolphins racked up 13 straight wins en route to their sixth state championship in the past seven seasons, winning 82 of 91 individual matches throughout the undefeated run despite regularly cycling through a deep roster to challenge their top players.
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HHP didn’t drop more than two courts in any match, which included a pair of victories over Class AAAA state finalist Beaufort High School. The Dolphins weren’t challenged in the SCISA Class AAA playoffs and dropped only six games across six singles matches in a sweep of Cardinal Newman in the championship round. A quartet of May River High School Sharks were also crowned state champs, as the team of Jaxon Beebe, Sean Hamby, Colin Keck, and Damaion Polite ran a blistering time of 8:12.57 to win the 4-by-800 relay by less than a second at the S.C. High School League Class AAAA Track & Field Championships in May, leading the Sharks to an area-best sixth-place finish. Bluffton High’s Tacoya Heyward claimed silver in the girls 100-meter dash (12.38) and the long jump (18-6).
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The highlights didn’t stop there. HHCA’s boys nearly made it a clean sweep for the Eagles on the soccer pitch, dropping an overtime heartbreaker to Oakbrook Prep in the championship game, while Hilton Head Prep’s baseball team completed a perfect regular season before falling one game short of the SCISA Class AAA championship series, and Hilton Head Island High School’s girls soccer and girls lacrosse teams also came within one win of playing for state titles. After the season that wasn’t, every opportunity to compete felt like a win. “It definitely taught me not to take any day or game for granted,” Peduzzi said. “To be able to play sports and get through each season was a huge blessing, let alone winning two state championships.”
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CHILDREN’S SWIMMING TIPS AND WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN CLASSES
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Learning to swim not only provides kids the opportunity to enjoy lots of water-filled fun, but it’s also essential to their safety. It also helps kids build strength and endurance, is an excellent form of exercise and builds kids’ confidence. What age should they begin taking lessons? A small study, “Association between swimming lessons and drowning in childhood: a case-control study,” by R.A. Brenner, et al., has been conducted. It found kids between the ages of 1 and 4 years old had an 88% reduced risk of drowning if they had taken swimming lessons. As for the age to begin swimming lessons, many medical experts recommend against it for babies under the age of 1. Infants are more susceptible to skin irritation from pool chemicals, swimmer’s ear, and hypothermia when water temperatures dip below 85°F. Also, leaky diapers in the pool increase the risk not only to your baby but to all the other swimmers of contracting a parasite. The nasty Cryptosporidium parasite causes nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, dehydration and weight loss.
GETTING KIDS USED TO THE WATER
As young children grow, they usually come to love bath time. But getting splashed in the face is a different ball game. Try the following to ease your kid’s fears of the water. • Provide your child with a variety of water experiences and opportunities to get used to getting their face wet. Let your child wet and wash their own hair. Also, have your child try the shower with you. In warm weather, give your youngster a kiddie pool to splash around in and a sprinkler to run through. • Read storybooks to your child about swimming and swim lessons. • Don’t force your fearful little one into the pool. It can ultimately increase your child’s fears. Don’t make a big deal about your child’s fearfulness, either. Instead, offer encouragement and allow your kid time to warm up to the pool. • Offer praise for each step of progress your child makes, even if it’s just dipping their feet in the water. Look for ways to make being in the water a pleasurable experience. • Rewards can help. Offer your child an ice cream cone, trip to the park or small prize on the way home for taking a big step.
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN SWIMMING CLASSES
A warm pool. Getting into a cold pool isn’t a pleasant experience. It also makes it harder to focus on learning and getting comfortable in the water. Make sure the pool is heated to at least 84°F for children over 6. If under 3, the temperature should be at least 87°F. Social distancing. According to the CDC, it “is not aware of any scientific reports of the virus that causes COVID-19 spreading to people through the water in pools, hot tubs, water playgrounds, or other treated aquatic venues.” Because COVID-19 spreads through the air, look for classes that allow for social distancing from other students as well as the instructors. Safety. Find out the class size and ratio of students to instructors. If you won’t be in the pool with your child, ask about lifeguards, especially if it’s a larger class. Also, do instructors get in the pool with the kids, or do they instruct from the deck? Here are some guidelines for student-teacher ratios based on the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim program: • Children up to 4 years old and attended in the pool by their parent, 12:1 ratio. • Ages 3-5, with a buoyancy device, 6:1. • Kids 6 and up, 8:1; for advanced classes, 10:1.
Trained instructors. Claire McCarthy, MD, in “Swimming lessons: 10 things parents should know,” at Harvard Health Publishing, says to look for swim instructors trained and evaluated under the guidelines of a reputable agency.
Chlorine levels. Ask if the pool chlorine and PH levels are tested regularly. Low PH causes eye irritation. Low chlorine levels can be a health risk. If you’re in doubt, pick up a test kit at a hardware store.
Instructor’s style. Make sure the instructor is childcentered. Teaching kids to swim is different from teaching adults. It requires patience, understanding, and positive reinforcement.
Open-door policy. Make sure parents are allowed some ability to observe if they choose. When parents can attend the entire class, having additional eyes on the kids adds an extra layer of safety.
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HEALTH SCREENINGS FIND PROBLEMS BEFORE THEY START By Hilton Head Regional Hospital
WHAT ARE THE TOP HEALTH SCREENINGS I SHOULD GET? As a general guideline, these are some of the most important exams for most people. • CHOLESTEROL – Over 30 percent of American adults have high cholesterol. High cholesterol puts you at risk for heart disease and stroke. High cholesterol has no signs or symptoms, so it’s important to get it checked to know for sure. • HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE – High blood pressure is a common and dangerous condition. It’s called the “silent killer” because it often has no warning signs or symptoms. Be sure to get it checked regularly. • DIABETES – Too much glucose in your blood can cause serious problems over time. This can damage your eyes, kidneys, and nerves. Diabetes can also cause heart disease, stroke, and even the need to remove a limb. Have your doctor check your blood glucose, or blood sugar, regularly. • BREAST CANCER – It’s unknown why some women get breast cancer, but there are many risk factors that include obesity, taking birth control pills and more. If you’re over age 50,
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especially, it’s important to get a mammogram every two years. Women aged 40 to 49 should talk to their doctor about when to start and how often to get a mammogram. • CERVICAL CANCER – Cervical cancer found early may be easier to treat. So having a cancer screening can make a difference. Pap tests every three years are recommended for women ages 21–29. A Pap test and HPV test (co-testing) is recommended every five years for women ages 30-65. Or you can continue to get a Pap test alone every 3 years. • COLORECTAL CANCER – Colorectal cancer occurs when tumors form in the lining of the large intestine, which includes the colon and rectum. It is common in both men and women. Anyone over the age of 50 should get either a colonoscopy every 10 years or a virtual colonoscopy every five years. Alternatively, a stool-based screening can be performed every year. • PROSTATE CANCER – The prostate is a small gland in men that produces fluid for semen. Men ages 55-69 should talk to their doctor about whether to get screened. Routine screenings for men age 70 or older aren’t
We all need to have regular health screenings to make sure we are healthy. Having regular health exams and tests can help find problems before they start, and they can help find problems early, when your chances for treatment and a cure are better.
recommended because the potential risks outweigh the benefits for most men. • SKIN CANCER – Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States. Report any unusual moles or changes in your skin to your doctor, especially if you are at an increased risk. • OSTEOPOROSIS – Osteoporosis thins and weakens bones. Anyone can develop osteoporosis, but it is more common in older women. The best way to check for bone health is through a bone mineral density test. • LUNG CANCER – Lung cancer is the leading cause of death from cancer in the United Sates. More than 80 percent of the people who develop lung cancer get it from smoking. If you smoke, the best way to lower your risk is to quit. Other screenings or exams may be appropriate for you. Keep an open dialogue with your doctor about your health and health risks. Your age, health and family history, lifestyle choices (i.e. what you eat, how active you are, whether you smoke), and other important factors impact what and how often you need healthcare. J U LY 2 0 2 1 // 109
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GUIDELINES TO HELP KEEP YOUR SKIN SAFE BY VICKIE MCINTYRE
It’s clear that excessive exposure to the sun increases the risk of skin cancer and premature aging of the skin, yet general knowledge about sunscreens — how they work, how much to use, and what brands are safe — seems to be a bit hazy. Here are a few guidelines to increase your sunscreen know-how and help you make better decisions about protecting your skin. GETTING STARTED
For starters, peak exposure happens between 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., so apply sunscreen 15 minutes before venturing outside. Even on cloudy days, lather up to shield yourself from light reflected off water, snow, sand, or concrete. Always check your product’s expiration date and look for the “broad-spectrum” label, which guarantees protection against both UVA and UVB rays. For the beach or pool, use a “water-resistant” product, which lasts about 40 minutes, while “very water resistant” lasts for 80 minutes.
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WHAT DOES SPF MEAN?
SPF stands for sun protection factor and experts suggest an SPF between 30-50. Anything higher isn’t necessary. Carmen Traywick, MD, founding partner of May River Dermatology, says the most common mistake people make is failing to reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours, regardless of what SPF is used. Typical dosage is using at least 1 ounce (as much as a full shot glass) for your body and a nickel-sized amount for your face.
Another mistake, cautions Traywick, is failing to rub in sunscreen that is applied by spraying. “I see so many people on a windy beach spraying sunscreen and only getting about 10% on their skin,” she says, adding that a recent review of sunscreens found many sprays contain benzene, a known carcinogen. “Generally, I would avoid spray sunscreens unless a specific one is recommended by your dermatologist.” Consider choosing creams for dry skin, while lotions work well on large areas. Use gels for hairy areas like the scalp or chest and sticks for around the eyes. Lips need protection, too. Tuck a lip balm with SPF 30 or higher into your pocket or purse so it’s always accessible.
READ LABELS
The most important tip, according to health experts like Dr. Axe and the Mayo Clinic, as well as environmental watchdogs like marketwatch.com, is to read labels carefully. Avoid sunscreens containing a long list of chemicals. Although these products tend to be easier to apply, the ingredients can be harmful to you and the environment. Environmental Working Group says of the 1,800 products they tested, 40% contained oxybenzone, a suspected hormone-disrupter. Even after one application, the chemical can be detected in the bloodstream. “Look for natural mineral-based sunscreens,” advises Traywick. “Check the back of your sunscreen bottle for the list of active ingredients. Zinc oxide and titanium dioxide are the purest sunscreen ingredients.” To avoid the pasty, white look after application, she suggests using a tinted product. “Zinc is the same mineral used in cream for diaper rash and titanium is found in any white cake icing you’ve ever eaten,” Traywick said. “Both are safe for any age and they rarely cause skin irritation or burning in the eyes.” Although many adults like to splurge on more luxurious facial sunscreens, less expensive mineral-based products are just as effective. Unfortunately, widespread use of chemical sunscreens is destroying our reefs and damaging marine life. To reverse this trend, Hawaii recently banned the sale of sunscreens containing two of the most harmful chemicals, oxybenzone and octinoxate. But don’t be fooled into buying products labeled “reef safe,” as the term isn’t regulated. It’s up to consumers to check the ingredients label to make sure products are as safe as advertised. For more guidance about choosing sunscreens, browse through recommendations at DrAxe.com and Marketwatch. com. For more information about the top sunscreen ingredients to avoid, search Whatgreatgrandmaate.com.
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Fun and fresh destinations are a short car ride from home in the Lowcountry. Whether you go for a day-trip or stay and explore for an extra day, neighboring cities are ready to greet you warmly. Here are a few must-see spots for family adventures. CHARLESTON, SC
Charleston is bursting with exciting things to do. Sightseeing tours are plentiful: horse and carriage, walking, trolly-bus, boat cruise or aerial. There are more than 156 square miles of city to explore, and more than 400 churches, temples and synagogues, earning Charleston’s nickname of The Holy City. Charleston City Market: In the heart of downtown Charleston, more than 300 local artisans line four city blocks to display their craftsmanship. Browse decor, art, jewelry, and clothing. Native Gullah artisans hand-weave the beloved sweet grass baskets and similar treasures from local bulrush, a Lowcountry sweet marsh grass. Cuisine for every palate is also a delicious part of the market experience along historic Meeting Street. For more information, visit thecharlestoncitymarket.com. Cypress Gardens: Enjoy botanical wonders, bird exhibits, butterfly houses, an alligator display and children’s nature center. Flat-bottom boat rides show off this fresh-water reservoir. Eighty acres of lush tree and swamp waters caught the attention of film industry insiders who discovered its charm and used the garden backdrop for films such as The Notebook, Cold Mountain and The Patriot. No pets through October. Less than 20 miles from downtown Charleston. Visitors are encouraged to buy tickets online. Visit cypressgardens. berkeleycountysc.gov.
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P a l m e t t o C a r r i a g e Wo r k s : Charleston’s oldest carriage-tour company has guild-certified storyteller guides ready to customize your tour. See stunning residential areas or the sophisticated commercial district. Animal welfare is a high priority, and Palmetto Carriage said it ensures their horses have proper hydration, temperature monitoring and pasture time. For more information, visit palmettocarriage.com S o u t h C a ro l i n a A q u a r i u m : Features more than 5,000 animals. This waterfront location on the Charleston Harbor offers great outside views where visitors may spot wild dolphins and birds. A top attraction is the 385,000-gallon, two-story Great Ocean Tank. Tickets purchased online. Learn more at scaquarium.org.
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Riverbanks Zoo & Garden
COLUMBIA, SC
What many call ‘The Real Southern Hotspot,’ Columbia is just a 2 1/2 hour drive north of the island. This capital city destination checks off a host of vacation-getaway boxes. Pawley’s Front Porch: Featured on Food Network’s series “Diners, Drive-in’s, and Dive’s,” it has been in the winner’s circle for its fresh and funky burgers. Voted 2021’s best hamburger and food truck for “Best of Columbia Metropolitan.” Homemade pimento cheese and jalapeño bacon top the Isle of Palms burger. Crawfish tail or mahi-mahi tacos, plus cinnamon sugar sweet potato fries, make for happy, porch-rocking customers. For the latest info, visit pawleysfrontporch.com. Riverbanks Zoo & Garden: Natural habitat exhibits on 170 acres of lush greenery are home to more than 2,000 exciting
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animal species. Feed giraffes, mingle with monkeys, and ride the Spots and Stripes train. There’s interactive fun and learning opportunities. Beautiful blooms and greenery are another attraction. “Horticulture Magazine” voted them one of 10 gardens that inspire, with more than 4,200 species of native and exotic greenery. To learn more, visit riverbanks.org. South Carolina State Museum: Bring your sense of curiosity and a pair of comfortable shoes. The South Carolina State Museum has more than 210,000 square feet of art, natural history and science-technology exhibits. It has four floors of modern design for curious minds of all ages. Have a blast at the interactive 4D theater, Boeing Observatory and the 55-foot, 145-seat dome planetarium. Advance online ticket purchases are encouraged. Learn more at scmuseum.org.
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Bonaventure Cemetery SAVANNAH, GA
Less than an hour away, Savannah’s history, music, art, shopping and great eats make for an all-age playground. Bonaventure Cemetery: A must. Captivating and hauntingly mesmerizing, master storytellers as tour guides walk you through one of the most beautiful cemeteries in the world. More than 100 acres of southern gothic mysticism, draped in moss-covered oaks and greenery, surround the final resting places of authors, songwriters, poets, screenwriters, and regular Georgians alike. Somber but magnificent; quiet but alive. Can a graveyard be awe-inspiring and beautiful? Yes, it can. For more information, visit bonaventurehistorical.org. Henny Penny Art Space & Café: All ages will enjoy Henny Penny Art Space & Café. Celebrate “the parent tribe” by enjoying baked goods and craft coffee while engaging in custom design projects. Art projects change weekly. “Papa Bear” canvases were a recent attraction. Great for grandparents, parents and babysitters. Henny Penny features Savannah-based Perc Coffee and partners with Leopold’s Ice Cream. Open each day. Learn more at hennypennycafe.com. Wormsloe State Historic Site: The visually stunning estate of Wormsloe is a short drive from Savannah’s Historic District. Mirrored oak trees, in an archway of branches, lead you to the tabby ruins of Noble Jones’ 18th century estate. Georgia Department of Natural Resources manages the historic site. Visitors can see an artifacts museum, observation deck overlooking marshland, and the Jones’ family original burial ground. Or enjoy a trek on the nature trail. For more information, visit gastateparks.org/Wormsloe.
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BEAUFORT, SC
Spend a day in neighboring city that has plenty to do for the entire family. From outdoor adventures to nighttime movie watching under the stars, Beaufort provides quintessential daytrip options. Hunting Island: Hailed as South Carolina’s most popular state park, Hunting Island attracts more than a million visitors a year. The main attraction is the island’s lighthouse, built in 1859. Visitors can stand 130 feet above the ground (in 167 steps) and absorb a panoramic view of the Atlantic Coast. Hunting Island State Park camping has 100 campsites. Visit the nature center and you might see an alligator. Open daily. Learn more at southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island. The Kazoo Factory: The kids will enjoy seeing how kazoos are made at this unique museum. The Kazoo Factory features one of the largest collections of kazoos in the world. Visitors can tour the factory and get an opportunity to make their own kazoo. Choose among 14 colors of bodies and caps. Fun for all ages. Fully guided tours are available Monday to Friday. Four tours each day. For more information, visit thekazoofactory.com. Highway 21 Drive-In Movie Theater: Feel a hint of nostalgia while watching an outdoor movie on one of two big screens. A mainstay since 1978, the Highway 21 Drive-In Movie Theater offers double features on Friday and Saturday nights. Fast & Furious 9 and Boss Baby 2 are scheduled to be shown in July. For an updated schedule, visit hwy21drivein.com.
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P ASTOR TO THE PEOPLE ST. ANDREW BY-THE-SEA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH WELCOMES REV. DEASE BY AMY COYNE BREDESON
St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church and its new senior pastor are making history. The Hilton Head Island church will welcome the Rev. Dr. Robin Dease for her first sermon on July 4. Dease said she is the first African Rev. Robin Dease American woman to serve as lead pastor of a white United Methodist church in South Carolina. For the past eight years, she has served as the district superintendent of the Hartsville District in the South Carolina Conference of the United Methodist Church. Dease said St. Andrew has made history in many areas, one being that it is the only Methodist church in South Carolina that has multiple campuses. St. Andrew’s main campus is located at 20 Pope Avenue on Hilton Head. Its second location is at 39 Persimmon St., suites 203 and 204, in Bluffton. “They continue to crack the stained-glass ceiling,” Dease said. “They continue to be innovative and creative. And I hope that my leadership will bring some of that creativity and passion for people. I hope that’s going to really make a difference and catapult them into the future in positive ways.” Dease began working in ministry in 1992 and has served rural and urban churches in South Carolina since 1998. Her first and longest tenure was with Wesley United Methodist Church on Johns Island, where she served as senior pastor for 10 years. Dease is excited to be back in the Lowcountry. She loves being on the water, fishing, crabbing, harvesting oysters, participating in Blessing of the Fleet ceremonies and just being closer to nature
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in general. “To be returning and possibly completing my ministry in the lower part of the state is sort of a wonderful deja vu, if you will,” Dease said. “It is a beautiful place to live.” Dease feels blessed not only to be back in the Lowcountry but Rev. Neil Yongue to have the opportunity to once again be a pastor to the people. She described the role of district superintendent of the Hartsville District as a human resources kind of job. Dease oversaw 104 churches in six counties as district superintendent. Her new role, on the other hand, will involve leading, pastoring, building relationships with people and getting involved in the community. Dease joins St. Andrew as the church’s former senior pastor, the Rev. Neil Yongue, settles into retirement. Yongue served 43 years in ministry, the past 14 of those years as senior pastor of St. Andrew. He is confident that Dease will do an excellent job serving the people of St. Andrew and the local community. Yongue said Dease is a wonderful leader, is a lot of fun and has a great reputation. “I’m able to leave knowing that the church is in good hands,” Yongue said. “There’s a really bright future for the church and for the island.” St. Andrew By-The-Sea United Methodist Church hosts traditional worship services at 9 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Sundays at its Hilton Head campus, and contemporary services at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. Sundays at the Bluffton campus. Services are streamed live on the church’s website, YouTube and Facebook. For more information, call 843-785-4711 or visit www.hhiumc.com.
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Lord of Life Lutheran Church
We at Lord of Life Lutheran Church seek to serve in the name of Christ.
Sunday Worship Service at 8:30am & 10:30am in the Sanctuary Virtual Worship on YouTube at 10am Lord Of Life Lutheran Church Virtual Worship on Facebook Lord of Life, Bluffton 351 BUCKWALTER PARKWAY BLUFFTON, SC 29910
LORDOFLIFE BLUFFTON.ORG 843 757 4774
Grace Coastal Church Come. Experience Grace.
Saturday Night “Come As You Are” Service Online at 7pm Sunday Morning Schedule Worship Services 9am and 11am 15 WILLIAMS DRIVE OKATIE SC 29909
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JULY 1 FIRST THURSDAYS ART MARKET: Meet more than two dozen local artists as they present their work on the first Thursday of the month. Stroll the plaza, see the exhibits, talk with artists and enjoy live music, complimentary wine samples and more. Free entry. 4-7 p.m., The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-363-5699 or theshopsatseapinescenter.com. MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK: “JUMANJI”: Watch this blockbuster hit under the stars on a 20-foot movie screen. Bring beach chairs, blankets and take-out food. Free. 8:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercovetownecentre.com.
JULY 2-3 THE ETIENNE CHARLES QUARTET AT THE JAZZ CORNER: $10. 7:30-11 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-8428620 or thejazzcorner.com.
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JULY 2-4 WATERSIDE SIDEWALK SALE: Enjoy great savings during this semi-annual sidewalk sale. Free. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Shelter Cove Towne Centre, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-6863090 or sheltercovetownecentre.com. JULY 2-5 SAVANNAH STARS AND STRIPES JULY 4TH WEEKEND: The Plant Riverside District will host this fun and family-friendly weekend featuring live music, performances, mini golf and more. Free. Times and events vary. Plant Riverside District, Savannah. plantriversidedistrict.com.
JULY 4 CHALK THE WALK: Bring the family to Harbour Town and draw pictures of kindness and patriotism to brighten everyone’s day. Chalk provided. Free. 9-11 a.m., Harbour Town, 147 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979 or seapines.com.
CROSSFIT 843 INDEPENDENCE DAY 5K: An exciting 5K and Kids Fun Run presented by CrossFit843 and Palmetto Running Company. Cost is $15 for Fun Run, $30 for 5K. 7:30 a.m., Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf Street, Bluffton. 843-815-1718 or palmettorunningcompany.com. FIRECRACKER 5K: Celebrate Independence Day with a run or family fun walk. This 35th annual event is the largest and oldest road race in Beaufort County. Cost is $35 for the 5K, $15 for the Children’s Fun Run. 8 a.m., Jarvis Creek Park, 100 Jarvis Park Road, Hilton Head Island. firecracker-5k.com. HARBOURFEST FOURTH OF JULY: The biggest Fourth of July fireworks show on Hilton Head Island. Enjoy a show by Shannon Tanner, kids’ activities with Cappy the Clown and children’s train rides around the promenade. Free. 6 p.m., Shelter Cove Harbour & Marina, 1 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercoveharbourfest.com.
SALUTE FROM THE SHORE: A military flyover that will stretch the entire length of the South Carolina coast to honor our Armed Forces. Free. 1 p.m. salutefromtheshore.org. SAVANNAH’S WATERFRONT INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS SHOW: Bring the whole family as Savannah lights up the sky with exciting Fourth of July fireworks. Free. 9:15 p.m. Riverfront Plaza, Savannah. SUPER SUMMER JAMS: A fun-filled, festive atmosphere with the highlight of the night fireworks starting around 9 p.m. Featuring inflatable bounce houses and face painting for a minimal fee. Bring your lawn chairs. Free. 6-10:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-7273 or islandreccenter.org. JULY 5 HAIG POINT FOUNDATION CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT: The third annual event will feature a five-person shamble (four players, plus one golf professional). Participant contributions will be used to help the Foundation’s Board undertake Daufuskie Island community enhancement projects and build a reserve to be used immediately in emergency situations, like hurricanes. Cost is $300. 10:15 a.m., Haig Point, 10 Haig Point Court, Hilton Head Island. haigpointfoundation.org. JULY 6-31 EXHIBIT: “AUDIO VISUALS”: Hilton Head Island native and artist Kristin Griffis will have her music-inspired paintings on display, featuring art that is child-like and fun with bright colors and bold strokes. An artist’s reception is July 7, 5-10 p.m. Free. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mondays-Saturdays; Noon-4 p.m., Sundays. Art League Gallery, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.org. JULY 7 SOBA ANNUAL JUDGED SHOW CEREMONY: The winning Lowcountry artists from The Society of Bluffton Artists’ 27th Annual Judged Show will be announced live from a special awards ceremony. Their work will be on display through Aug. 1. Free. 5-7 p.m., SOBA Art Gallery, 6 Church Street, Bluffton. 843-7576586 or sobagallery.com.
JULY 7-9 SETHI COUTURE TRUNK SHOW: A three-day event featuring the intricate work and design of Sethi Couture’s rare and unusual diamond jewelry collection. Enjoy a complimentary gift with your Sethi Couture purchase. Reservations suggested. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Forsythe Jewelers, 71 Lighthouse Road, Suite 311, Hilton Head Island. 843-671-7070 or forsythejewelers. biz. JULY 8 MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK: “MINIONS”: Watch this blockbuster hit under the stars on a 20-foot movie screen. Bring beach chairs, blankets and takeout food. Free. 8:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercovetownecentre.com.
JULY 14 SUNSET 5K: Kick off the May River Shrimp Festival with an exciting 5K through the streets of Historic Old Town Bluffton. A percentage of proceeds will benefit a local charity. Registration is $35 before July 10, $40 July 11-13. 7:30 p.m., Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf Street, Bluffton. 843757-8520 or bearfootsports.com. JULY 15 LIVE AFTER FIVE: Every third Thursday of the month is Downtown Beaufort’s newest recurring monthly party with live music, local artists, late night shopping and drink and food specials. Free. 5-8 p.m., Downtown Beaufort, Beaufort. “Like” the event on Facebook.
JULY 8 NAMI ZOOM FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP: A support group for family members and caregivers of people with mental health conditions. Free. 7 p.m. Register for Zoom link. 843-636-3100 or namilowcountry.org.
MARTINIS AT THE MANSION: The Mansion on Forsyth Park’s charity networking series will take place on the third Thursday of every month to benefit a different local nonprofit. Admission is a suggested $5 donation. 5:30-7 p.m., Mansion on Forsythe Park, 700 Drayton Street, Savannah. 912-2385158 or kesslercollection.com.
JULY 9-10 THE NOEL FREIDLINE QUARTET AT THE JAZZ CORNER: Featuring Adam McKnight. $10. 7:30-11 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK: “THE SECRET GARDEN”: Watch this blockbuster hit under the stars on a 20-foot movie screen. Bring beach chairs, blankets and takeout food. Free. 8:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercovetownecentre.com.
JULY 10 PICK UP AND JOG: The Outside Foundation and Palmetto Running Company have partnered to keep our Earth and the Lowcountry clean. Begin with a run or jog, then complete a trash pickup. Bags provided, please bring gloves and masks. 7 a.m., Burkes Beach, 60 Burkes Beach Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-815-1718 or palmettorunningcompany.com.
JULY 15-16 MAY RIVER SHRIMP FESTIVAL: Two fun evenings of live music, local food vendors and arts and crafts vendors to benefit the Gaelic Football Club and the Coastal Conservation Association. Cost is $10, free for children under 12. 5:30-9:30 p.m., Oyster Factory Park, 63 Wharf Street, Bluffton. 843-757-8520 or bearfootsports.com.
JULY 11 BLUFFTON ARTISAN MARKET: An open-air market, featuring local makers with live music and food trucks. Free entry. 1-5 p.m., Burnt Church Distillery, 120 Bluffton Road, Bluffton. lcmade.com.
JULY 16-17 NICKI PARROTT AT THE JAZZ CORNER: Featuring the All-Star Hilton Head Jazz Camp Faculty. $10. 7:30-11 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
JULY 13 A CONVERSATION WITH PRESLAYSA WILLIAMS: Join USCB Center for the Arts for a conversation and meet-and-greet book signing with award-winning author and actress Preslaysa Williams. Cost is $10. 6 p.m., USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret Street, Beaufort. 843521-4145 or uscbcenterforthearts.com
JULY 16-25 BEAUFORT WATER FESTIVAL: A variety of fun and family-friendly events like an arts and crafts market, badminton tournament, live music, sports, competitions, fireworks and more. Free and ticketed events. Times and locations vary. Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, Beaufort. bftwaterfestival.com.
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JULY 25 COOKING DEMO AT ALEXANDER’S: Gather ‘round the table for a new cooking demonstration featuring how to make Oklahoma Onion Smash Burgers and Blueberry Hand Pies. All the money collected will go to the Deep Well Project. Cost is $25 per person. 2-3 p.m., Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar, 76 Queens Folly Road, Hilton Head Island. 866-921-6639 or alexandersrestaurant.com. JULY 29 MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK: “HOOK”: Watch this blockbuster hit under the stars on a 20-foot movie screen. Bring beach chairs, blankets and takeout food. Free. 8:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercovetownecentre.com. PALMETTO BLUFF ARTIST IN RESIDENCE
JULY 17 BLUFFTON ARTISAN MARKET: An open-air market featuring local makers, with live music and food trucks. Free entry. Noon-5 p.m., Martin Family Park, 68 Boundary Street, Bluffton. lcmade.com. JULY 17 FIGHT OR FLIGHT: Buckle up and enjoy a flight of spirits, a curated cocktail, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction. Cost is $75. 5-7 p.m., Burnt Church Distillery, 120 Bluffton Road, Bluffton. 843-636-3100 or namilowcountry.org. JULY 19-23 PALMETTO BLUFF ARTIST IN RESIDENCE: The two sisters behind BR Design Co. are this month’s artist in residence. Event details vary. 866706-6565 or palmettobluff.com. JULY 20 FREE SOUNDWAVES CONCERT: Enjoy a free concert on the SoundWaves Patio, sponsored by Coligny Plaza. Bring your own chairs. Free. 8-9:30 p.m., SoundWaves, 7 Lagoon Road, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-2055 or hhso.org. JULY 22 XXXXXX MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK: “FREE WILLY”: Watch this blockbuster hit under the stars on a 20foot movie screen. Bring beach chairs, blankets and
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take-out food. Free. 8:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 40 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. sheltercovetownecentre.com.
JULY 30-31 DAVE POTTER & RETRO GROOVE AT THE JAZZ CORNER: $10. 7:30-11 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
JULY 23 FOURTH FRIDAY ARTISTS MARKET: Coligny Plaza and Art League of Hilton Head have partnered to create a monthly outdoor showcase of Lowcountry art and artists. Items for sale include paintings and illustrations, mixed media art, sculptures and more. Free entry. 4-7 p.m., Coligny Plaza, 1 North Forest Beach Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-5060 or artleaguehhi.com.
THROUGH AUG. 22 MAMMA MIA!: Nominated for five Tony Awards, this magical musical story follows a mother, a daughter, three possible Dads, and an unforgettable trip down the aisle. Ticket costs and times vary. Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-2787 or artshhi.com.
LOW COUNTRY GOLF HALL OF FAME INDUCTION CEREMONY: The seventh annual induction ceremony, dinner and golf gala for the Low Country Golf Hall of Fame will include hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and a cash bar. The event will induct Heidi Wright-Tennyson, John F. Farrell, Mark King and Pete Dye. Tickets are $125. 5:30 p.m., The Country Club of Hilton Head, 70 Skull Creek Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-816-0898.
SEPT. 13 SWING FOR THE FUTURE GOLF EVENT: Tickets are now on sale for The Children’s Center’s one-of-a-kind golf event with proceeds benefiting the organization’s mission to provide high-quality early education to families in need. Cost is $250 per player, $1,000 per foursome. Includes golf, cart, a box lunch and after-golf cocktails. Noon, Long Cove Club, 399 Long Cove Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-2739 or thechildrenscentersc.org.
JULY 23-24 PRETTY DARN AT THE JAZZ CORNER: $10. 7:30-11 p.m., The Jazz Corner, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-8620 or thejazzcorner.com.
ALLIGATOR AND WILDLIFE BOAT TOUR: Alligator & Wildlife Boat Tour with H2O Sports in the Sea Pines Forest Preserve. Get an up-close view of indigenous plant and animal life, including the American alligator, on a one-hour guided boat tour. Reservations are required, 843-6714386 or h2osports.com.
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MONDAYS INDIGO TIE DYE: Learn how indigo dye is made from a plant and use it to create a tie-dyed T-shirt to take home. All supplies are provided. Cost is $12 for adults, $7 for children. 3-4 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223 or coastaldiscovery.org. MONDAYS VIRTUAL KID’S STORY TIME: Listen to Rebecca read family favorites about the Lowcountry’s natural and cultural history on the Coastal Discovery Museum’s Facebook page. Watch on Facebook Live at @coastaldiscoverymuseum. 843- 689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org. MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS MEMORY MATTERS: “VIRTUAL COMPASS CLASSES”: An online program designed for adults experiencing mild to moderate cognitive impairment. Compass provides curriculum-based activities, physical exercise, relaxation techniques, life-long learning, small group discussions and socialization. 843-842-6688 or mymemorymatters.org. MONDAYS, TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS GREGG RUSSELL SUMMER CONCERTS: After a one-year, COVID-driven hiatus, beloved Sea Pines Resort entertainer Gregg Russell will be back this
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summer in Harbour Town performing his familyfriendly concerts. Renowned for his interactive sing-alongs, the Hilton Head Island icon will take the stage below the famed Sea Pines Liberty Oak. Free. 8-9 p.m., Harbour Town, 149 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. seapines.com. TUESDAYS FARMERS & MAKERS MARKET: Now in its eighth year, the Market will present more fresh, local produce, seafood, breads and cheeses, crafts and artisans than ever before. Enjoy the colorful displays that grow and change each week throughout the season. Free entry. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., The Shops at Sea Pines Center, 71 Lighthouse Road, Hilton Head Island. TUESDAYS HILTON HEAD ISLAND FARMERS MARKET: Support our local farmers and producers and take home fresh produce, pasture-raised chicken, free range rabbit, pork, seafood, salsa, sausage, cookies, bread, she crab soup and more. Entrance and parking are free. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum. 70 Honey Horn Dr, Hilton Head Island. 843-473-5231 or hhifarmersmarket.com. TUESDAYS OPEN MIC NIGHT AT CORKS: Show up and show off your talent during this open mic night, every Tuesday night at Corks Bluffton. 7-10 p.m., Corks Wine
Bar and Restaurant, 14 Promenade Street, Bluffton. 843-815-5168 or corkswinecobluffton.com. TUESDAYS SIT AND STITCH IN THE EVENING: Enjoy knitting, crochet, needlepoint, rug hook practice as Needlepoint Junction stays open late. All levels welcome. Outside food and drink permitted. Free. 5-8 p.m., Needlepoint Junction, Suite J-7-E, Village at Wexford, Hilton Head. 843-842-8488 or needlepointjunctionhhi.com. TUESDAYS SUMMER JAMS: A fun-filled, festive atmosphere with fireworks starting around 9 p.m. Kids of all ages can enjoy inflatable bounce houses and face painting for a minimal fee. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the fireworks. Free entry. 6-10:30 p.m., Shelter Cove Community Park, 39 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. 843-681-7273 or islandreccenter.org. TUESDAYS PARTY IN THE PARK: Enjoy the beautiful new Lowcountry Celebration Park with a family happy hour, including live music, bounce houses and beverages. Free entry. 5:30-8 p.m., Lowcountry Celebration Park, Hilton Head. 843-681-7273 or islandreccenter.org. TUESDAYS ZION CEMETERY AND BAYNARD MAUSOLEUM COSTUMED CEMETERY TOUR: Visit the gravesites
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of four Revolutionary War heroes and learn about the blood skirmish fought just a few steps away. $15 Adult/$10 Child, 10:30 a.m., Corner of U.S. 278 & Matthews Dr, Hilton Head Island. Reservations required- 843-686-6560 or heritagelib.org. TUESDAYS, THURSDAYS MARINA MORNINGS: OUTDOOR YOGA: Practice yoga on the pavilion at Shelter Cove, with draft kombucha to follow. All levels welcome. Cost is $20. 9:30 a.m., Pure Salt Studios, 1 Shelter Cove Ln, Hilton Head Island. 843-707-7027 or puresaltstudios.com. THURSDAYS CIVIL WAR ERA: Hilton Head Island was home to thousands of Union soldiers during the Civil War. Join this presentation featuring maps and historic photos of this time on Hilton Head from 1861-1865. Reservations required. Cost is $12 for adults, $7 for children. 3 p.m., Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island. 843-689-6767, ext. 223. or coastaldiscovery.org. WEDNESDAYS NAMI CONNECTION SUPPORT GROUP: A peer-led recovery support group for people living with mental health conditions in which people learn from each other’s experiences, share coping strategies, and offer each other encouragement and understanding. Virtual the first and third Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m.; in-person the second and fourth Wednesdays 6-7:30 p.m. Jarvis Creek Park, Hilton Head Island. 843-6363100 or namilowcountry.org. THURSDAYS DUELING PIANOS SHOW: The only Dueling Pianos Show on Hilton Head Island takes place each Thursday night on the Rooftop Bar. Cost is $5. 8-11 p.m., Rooftop Bar at Poseidon, 38 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head. 843-341-3838 or therooftophhi.com. THURSDAYS FARMERS MARKET OF BLUFFTON: New location! Meet local farmers, chefs and artisans every Thursday on Green Street. Buy a fresh assortment of strawberries, produce, beets, potatoes and more. Also, hear local, live entertainment and educational lectures. Noon-5 p.m., Martin Family Park, 71 Green Street, Bluffton. 843-415-2447 or farmersmarketbluffton.org. THURSDAYS HISTORIC FORT MITCHEL TOURS: Immerse yourself in the fascinating Civil War history of Hilton Head Island with a visit to Fort Mitchel. Costumed characters and an expert guide will demonstrate the vital historic importance of this place and the role the fort and its namesake, General Mitchel, played in shaping Hilton Head history, including historic Mitchelville. Cost is $15 for adults, $10 for children. 10:30-11:30 a.m., Hilton Head Plantation, 65 Skull Creek Dr, Hilton Head . 943-686-6560 or heritagelib.org. THURSDAYS PAINT ’N PARTY ONLINE: A fun evening of painting online. Any number of people can join, plus no need to pay for a babysitter or an expensive dinner out. Cost is $15 per household. 6:30-8:30 p.m. 843-342-5439 or scartstudio.com. FRIDAYS SIT AND STITCH: Practice needlepoint every Friday during this casual sit and stitch event. All levels welcome. Free. 10 a.m., Needlepoint Junction, 1000 William Hilton Parkway, Suite 6134, Hilton Head. 843-842-8488 or shopneedlepointjunction.com.
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CURBSIDE CRAFTS TO-GO: Children and adults can order a variety of craft activities pre-assembled and ready to enjoy at your home or villa. Book online. Cost is $12-$20. Sea Pines Resort Fitness and Recreation Department, 71 Lighthouse Road, Suite 122, Hilton Head Island. 843-842-1979 or seapines.com TRAIL RIDES THROUGH THE SEA PINES FOREST PRESERVE WITH LAWTON STABLES: Trail Rides through the Sea Pines Forest Preserve with Lawton Stables. Meander through the preserve on horseback for the true feel of the untouched Lowcountry. Trail riders must be at least 8 years old. Reservations are required. 843-671-2586 lawtonstables.com. PICKLEBALL AT PALMETTO DUNES: Learn how to play Pickleball with daily clinics and round robins at the Palmetto Dunes Pickleball Center in Palmetto Dunes Oceanfront Resort. Courts and equipment are available to rent. Reservations recommended. palmettodunes.com THE HARBOUR TOWN LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUM: Explore Hilton Head Island’s rich history and learn the story behind its famous lighthouse in a unique, museumlike setting. Admission is $4.25 per person, complimentary for children ages 5 and younger. 149 Lighthouse Rd. 843-671-2810 or harbourtownlighthouse.com.
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ICONIC ‘POOL BAR JIM' SHOWCASES BUSINESS SAVVY BY BARRY K AUFMAN | PHOTO BY LLOYD WAINSCOTT
Don’t let Jim “Pool Bar Jim” Lisenby’s laid-back demeanor and permanent smile fool you: behind the ever-present Hawaiian shirt beats the heart of a businessman. It’s just that for the last 40-plus years, his business has been good times and fuzzy memories that last a lifetime. And you’d best believe business is good. In one week this past June his hotspot, located behind the Sea Crest resort across from Coligny Plaza overlooking the beach, featured 35 gallons of Lava Flow slaking the thirst of thousands of locals. Lisenby said Pool Bar Jim’s likely sold more Painkillers than any other bar in the state. “The island has just exploded with people. Every business is having a record year, and so are we,” said Lisenby.“The biggest thing for us is trying to hold on and make sure we can take care of this volume of business.” It’s an interesting juxtaposition, seeing Lisenby perched on a stool of the bar that has borne his name since 2017, with people splashing in the Sea Crest pool just beyond, calypso playing on the speakers and a gentle breeze coming off the dunes, while hearing him talk about volume, profit and staffing. It’s easy to forget that Jim Lisenby didn’t become Pool Bar Jim by accident. Or overnight. There’s a keen business savvy that he developed over the years. Some of his insights come naturally, some were earned through trial and error. But they form a philosophy that proves there’s money to be made having the time of your life. Start with the atmosphere at the bar. It seems like customer satisfaction would be practically a given when you have these kind of beach surroundings and killer drinks. But it’s a deliberate approach Lisenby takes in selecting each member of his staff.
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“The key to the whole operation is the employees. Your employees make or break you no matter what business you’re in,” he said. “Personality is more important to me than anything. Whenever you come to work here, it’s showtime.” And while he’s in the happiness business, there have been times when Lisenby had to put the business first. An example came when he first arrived on Hilton Head Island, taking over a small beach bar inside Sea Pines. “The locals had gotten used to bringing their own beer coolers and not spending any money. Well, I put a stop to that,” he said with a chuckle. It didn’t endear him to islanders. “I didn’t go to any nightclubs; I didn’t go anywhere because those locals didn’t like me at all.” Fortunately, it gave him time to work on another of his business ventures — his first book, “Pool Bar Jim’s Famous Frozen Drinks.” First published in 1979, it was the book that ultimately built the Pool Bar Jim brand. “We sold 43,000 copies of that one,” he said. “There was a book-publishing convention at the hotel and I asked around about getting it published by a big publisher. They said, ‘You’ll make more money selling it yourself than you would going through a publisher.’ ” But perhaps his biggest piece of business advice is one he learned the hard way, through his ownership of a nightclub a few decades back. “There were so many nights where we had a line, people got sick of it,” he said. “I have just enough business now where I can still talk to my customers. When I lose that interaction, I lose my business.” Aspiring MBAs take note, saddle up to Pool Bar Jim’s, grab a Lava Flow and look for the smiling gentleman in the Hawaiian shirt. He might just teach you a thing or two.
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COOL
Drinks MIX UP THESE SUMMER TREATS AT YOUR NEXT BBQ OR GET TOGETHER
SUMMER MARTINI
Watermelon, Lime and Cranberry Juice make this martini a perfect summer cocktail
HURRICANE
Let's hope these are the only hurricanes we see this year INGREDIENTS 2 ounces light rum 2 ounces dark rum 1 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed 1 ounce orange juice, freshly squeezed 2 ounces passion fruit juice 1/2 ounce simple syrup 1 teaspoon grenadine Orange wheel, preserved cherry for garnish METHOD Combine light and dark rums, lime, passion fruit and orange juices, simple syrup and grenadine into a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a Hurricane glass over fresh ice. Garnish with an orange half-wheel and a preserved cherry and serve
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INGREDIENTS 1.5 oz Watermelon-flavored Vodka 1 oz Watermelon Juice (blend and strain fresh watermelon) 1 1/2 teaspoons (.25 oz) Cranberry Juice 1 1/2 teaspoons (.25 oz) Lime Juice 1 1/2 teaspoons (.25 oz) Simple Syrup Watermelon wedge for garnish METHOD Combine watermelon-flavored vodka, watermelon juice, cranberry juice, lime juice, simple syrup to a shaker filled with ice. Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass Garnish with watermelon SIMPLE SYRUP INGREDIENTS 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup water METHOD Combine sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat, let cool, then pour into a glass jar and seal tightly with a lid. Simple syrup will keep, refrigerated, for about one month.
BANANA-STRAWBERRY SMOOTHIE
Healthy Habit shares one of their most popular smoothie recipes INGREDIENTS 1/4 Cup Organic Coconut milk 1 Cup Organic Orange juice 3 Large Strawberries 1 Banana 1/4 Cup Pineapple Chunks 1/4 Cup Blue Agave Nectar METHOD Put all ingredients in blender, add 12oz cup of ice. Blend 30 seconds. Enjoy!
A QUICK WAY TO COOL OFF!
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RESTAURANT
NEWS NANTUCKET'S MEAT & FISH MARKET
JUICE HIVE
PIZZA PLACE OPENS IN BLUFFTON
LA PIZZERIA
SMOOTHIE SPOT ON THE ISLAND
There’s a new place for pizza in the Lowcountry. La Pizzeria on Fording Island Road in Bluffton offers N.Y.-style margherita pizza, veggie pizza and calzones, subs, pasta and an assortment of desserts, including cannolis and tiramisu.
Tropical Smoothie Café plans to open this summer on Hilton Head Island. The new spot (there’s also one in Bluffton) is at William Hilton Parkway. Try flavorful smoothies and wraps, sandwiches and flatbreads.
JUICE HIVE NAMED BEST VEGETARIAN RESTAURANT
NANTUCKET'S MEAT & FISH MARKET HOLDS GRAND OPENING
Bluffton-based The Juice Hive, the healthy eatery and juice bar known for its cold-pressed juices, smoothies and a variety of all-natural, predominantly raw foods, has been awarded a 2021 Recommendation Badge from Restaurant Guru. The award, based on visitors’ reviews, recognized The Juice Hive as Best Vegetarian Restaurant in Bluffton. Restaurant Guru provides users with complete information on restaurants, including visitor reviews, menus and photos.
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Nantucket's Meat & Fish Market of Hilton Head debuted with a grand opening in June. The family-owned and operated gourmet grocer from Nantucket features fresh seafood, fruits, vegetables, prime meats, prepared foods, an in-house bakery and café. Located in the Tanger 2 Outlet Mall.
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OUR FAVORITES
restaurants BROUGHT TO YOU BY MONTHLY, FORK & FUN AND VACATION GUIDE
HILTON HEAD // NORTH END:
Crazy Crab Jarvis Creek
Hwy. 278 | 843.681.5021 | thecrazycrab.com A Hilton Head tradition for over 30 years, enjoy genuine service and fresh seafood. Menu feature crab clusters, local oysters, seafood “your way,” fresh local shrimp.
Healthy Habit
33 Office Park Road | 843.686.5600 | healthyhabithhi.com A quick service style restaurant with a focus on chopped salads and other plant based items utilizing the freshest ingredients possible with hand crafted dressings.
Il Carpaccio
200A Museum St. (Across from Walmart) | 843.342.9949 Authentic Italian cuisine, ranging from cuisine of Northern Italy to crispy, thin-crust, Italian-style pizza. Casual restaurant, with a genuine brick pizza oven (imported from Italy).
Street Meet: The American Tavern
Port Royal Plaza | 843.842.2570 | streetmeethhi.com Street Meet specializes in homemade versions of regional American bar food. Best Wings, Fish & Chips, Homemade Soups, Salads, Vegetarian Menu, Seafood.
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soups, quiches & pastries. Traditional French recipes.
76 Queens Folly Rd. | 843.785.4999 | alexandersrestaurant.com Menu uses seasonal ingredients with a strong emphasis on seafood while paying homage to Alexander’s original favorites. Dinner from 5–10pm daily.
50 Shelter Cove Lane | 843.785.4144 | giuseppispizza.com They take pride in serving excellent, award-winning pizza (since 1984), plus a broad variety of well-prepared pastas, sandwiches, wings, garden fresh salads and more.
Alexander’s Restaurant & Wine Bar
Big Jim’s BBQ, Burgers & Pizza
7 Trent Jones Ln. | 855.878.1966 | palmettodunes.com/big-jims Big Jim’s offers signature Southern dishes, gourmet burgers, pizzas, soups, salads, seafood, steaks and ribs. Open daily for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Fishcamp on Broad Creek
11 Simmons Road | 843.842.2267 | fishcamphhi.com Fishcamp’s menu consists of seafood and American cuisine, including steak and lobster. They have an outdoor bar and open patio. Family friendly.
The French Bakery & Courtyard Café 28 Shelter Cove Ln. | 843.342.5420 | frenchbakeryhiltonhead.com Breakfast or lunch inside or outdoors in this bakery/café. Enjoy crepes, breads, baguette & panini sandwiches, salads,
Giuseppi's Pizza & Pasta
Gruby's New York Deli
890 William Hilton Parkway | 843.842.9111 grubysnydeli.com Bringing Authentic New York Sandwiches to the South. A New York-style deli offering classic sandwiches, soups & breakfast dishes in a casual setting offering breakfast and lunch.
Island Bagel & Deli
S. Island Square | 843.686.3353 | islandbagelanddeli.com The island's only New York style boiled bagels made daily. 16 flavors of bagels and 12 home-made cream cheeses. For lunch: specialty hoagies, classic sandwiches & salads.
Jane Bistro & Bar
28 Shelter Cove Lane | 843.686.5696 | janehhi.com Classic bistro fare with Lowcountry influences. Favorites include jumbo lump crab cakes, pecan cranberry chicken salad, crispy flounder and petit filet mignon. Open daily.
Old Oyster Factory
101 Marshland Rd. | 843.681.6040 | OldOysterFactory.com Panoramic marsh and water views. Specializes in fresh seafood and some of the best steaks on Hilton Head. Featured in The Wall Street Journal's “Off the Beaten Track.”
San Miguel’s
9 Harbourside Ln. | 843.842.4555 | sanmiguels.com Located directly on the harbour at Shelter Cove and provides good food and fun. Extensive California/Mexican menu. Lunch and dinner served daily.
Santa Fe Cafe
807 William Hilton Pkwy | 843.785.3838 | santafecafeofhiltonhead.com Casually elegant dining that captures the spirit of New Mexico. Signature items include Parmesan Chipotle Grouper, 24-oz bone-in ribeye steak, fajitas, & Painted Desert Soup.
Sea Grass Grille
807 William Hilton Pkwy | 843.785.9990 | seagrassgrille.com American and Lowcountry Continental cuisine. Chef Chad brings 38 years of hands-on culinary expertise. More than 50 wines by the glass. Winner of Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence.
using the finest ingredients possible and served by friendly, helpful people, in a clean comfortable atmosphere.
Aunt Chilada’s Easy Street Café 69 Pope Avenue | 843.785.7700 | auntchiladashhi.com Excellent Tex-Mex and American fare. Enjoy the crab legs, sizzling fajitas, & margaritas. Reservations & large parties welcome. Private dining/event area. Seasonal live entertainment.
Big Bamboo
1 N. Forest Beach Dr. | 843.686.3443 | bigbamboocafe.com The South Pacific meets the Carolina Coast just steps from the beach. A casual hangout serving burgers, seafood and festive libations. Come for the food, stay for the live entertainment!
British Open Pub
Village at Wexford | 843.686.6736 | thebritishopenpub.com Family-friendly pub style restaurant with authentic English food with American favorites and certified Angus beef. Try the signature fish and chips or their shepherd’s pie.
Up the Creek Pub & Grill
Captain Woody's
18 Simmons Road | 843-681-3625 | upthecreekpubandgrill.com Casual waterfront dining. Menu offers shrimp appetizers, burgers, crab cake sandwiches, seafood baskets and homemade brownies. Open daily.
6 Target Rd | 843.785.2400 | captainwoodys.com Grab a seat at the outside deck, inside, or just belly up to the bar. Offering a full lunch and dinner menu, happy hour daily, live music seasonally, and brunch on Sundays.
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Carolina Crab Company
Amigos Cafe y Cantina
70 Pope Ave. | 843-785-8226 | amigoscafehhi.com Quick, Casual, Healthy. Serving Authentic Mexican Food. food is prepared fresh daily
86 Helmsman Way | 843.842.2016 | carolinacrabco.com Enjoy water views and fresh seafood at an affordable price in a family-friendly atmosphere. Pet-friendly outside bar & patio.
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Catch 22
37 New Orleans Rd. | 843.785.6261 | catch22hhi.com Catch 22 is locally owned. Dinner is served nightly from 5 p.m. Early Dining Menu from 5:00– 6:00 p.m. All beef is aged 28 days, U.S.D.A prime, hand selected and cut in house.
Charlie’s L’Etoile Verte
8 New Orleans Road | 843.785.9277 | charliesgreenstar.com Open since 1982, Charlie’s writes its menu daily based on the freshest seafood available. Dinner offers 14 fresh fish, rack of lamb, filet mignon and more. An extensive wine list.
Chez Georges
37 New Orleans Rd | 843-785-3200 | chezgeorgeshhi.com. Chez Georges serves traditional bistro staples such as steak frites and mussels mariniere, incorporating fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
ChowDaddy’s
Delisheeyo
32 Palmetto Bay Road | 843.785.3633 | delisheeeyo.com Vegetarian. Smoothies, Buddha Bowls and more. They provide meals that you can trust, that are real, and healthy.
Healthy Habit
33 Office Park Rd. | 843-686-5600 | healthyhabithhi.com Quick service style restaurant with a focus on chopped salads, superfood bowls, fresh bottled juices, smoothies, breakfast and organic coffee & teas and other plant based items.
Hinchey’s Chicago Bar & Grill
70 Pope Avenue | 843.686.5959 | hincheys.com Hinchey’s has much in common with a sports bar, but is very much a restaurant, too. It is casual, with beachgoers invited to stop by for lunch, or for drinks or dinner. Dine inside or out.
Hinoki Restaurant & Sushi Bar
14b Executive Park Rd. | 843.757.CHOW | chowdaddys.com Offering a wide variety of menu items focusing on buns, bowls, and tacos and great libations. Lunch & dinner daily.
37 New Orleans Rd. | 843.785.9800 | hinokihhi.com Serving traditional Japanese dishes including grilled fish, chicken and steak, sukiyaki, noodle dishes, tempura, and daily specials, plus sushi and sashimi. Reservations recommended.
Cowboy Brazilian Steakhouse
It’s Greek To Me
1000 William Hilton Parkway, B-6 843.715.3565 | cowboybraziliansteakhouse.com A unique, all-you-can eat “Churrascaria.” Enjoy a 30 item salad bar, 6 Brazilian hot dishes and a “parade” of 16 USDA Prime cuts of beef, lamb, chicken and pork carved tableside.
CQ’s Restaurant
140 Lighthouse Rd. | 843.671.2779 | CQsRestaurant.com Fine dining, an intimate atmosphere and a bit of Hilton Head history. Signature dishes include fresh seafood, beef & game.“Bistro” menu offers smaller portions.
Crane’s Tavern Steakhouse & Seafood
26 New Orleans Rd. | 843.341.2333 | cranestavern.com Perfect for steak and seafood lovers, serving cuts of only USDA Prime grade beef, their Famous Prime Rib. Excellent selection of fresh fish, seafood & pasta dishes.
Crazy Crab Harbour Town
Harbour Town | 843.363.2722 | thecrazycrab.com Genuine service and fresh seafood; a Hilton Head tradition for over 30 years! Menus feature crab clusters, local oysters, seafood “your way,” local shrimp and more.
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11 Lagoon Rd. | 843.842.4033 | itsgreektomehhi.com Genuine Greek cuisine, from gyros to fried calamari to souvlaki to baklava for dessert. Food is prepared with authentic Greek recipes and they have the only gyro machines on the island.
Kenny B’s Cajun/Creole Seafood
70-A Pope Ave. | 843.785.3315 New Orleans traditions such as jambalaya, red beans and rice, and authentic gumbos. Home of the Island’s best po’ boys and fried seafood. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, Sunday brunch.
Michael Anthony’s
37 New Orleans Rd. | 843.785.6272 | michael-anthonys.com Offering upscale classic Italian fine dining featuring innovative preparations and farm fresh ingredients. Open Table rates them as one of the country's Top 50 Italian Restaurants.
Nick’s Steak & Seafood
9 Park Lane | 843.686.2920 | nickssteakandseafood.com Nick’s Steak & Seafood offers steaks, seafood, barbecue, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, soups, burgers, pasta and a kids’s menu. Reservations accepted. Large parties welcome.
Nunzio Restaurant + Bar
18 New Orleans Road | 843.715.2172 | nunziohhi.com Nunzio Restaurant + Bar specializes in fresh seafood and homemade pasta. Beautiful 1,300-square-foot restaurant with a large bar area and two outdoor seating areas.
Ombra Cucina Italiana
1000 William Hilton Pkwy | 843.842.5505 | ombrahhi.com Chef Michael Cirafesi promotes the foods & wines of Italy. He prepares all pastas, homemade gnocchi, desserts and breads daily. A European-style bar & lounge with Italian cocktails.
One Hot Mama's
Reilleys Plaza | 843.682.6262 | onehotmamas.com One Hot mama’s is a family-friendly restaurant. Try their delicious Meat & 3 combo platters, authentic BBQ platters, hand-cut steaks, burgers, char-grilled chicken and “the world’s best” wings.
Palmetto Bay Sun Rise Café
Palmetto Bay Marina | 843.686.3232 | palmettobaysunrisecafe.com Breakfast fare starting from 6 a.m. Breakfast and lunch items are available continuously. The cafe offers to-go lunches for charter boats, the beach or any occasion. Open 7 days a week.
Phillys Cafe & Deli
55 New Orleans Rd. | 843.785.9966 | phillyscafe.com Phillys’ motto is “Best sandwiches on the island... Period!” Custom sandwiches with bread baked fresh daily. The pita wraps and salads are both imaginative and health-conscious.
Red Fish
8 Archer Rd. | 843-686-3388 | redfishofhiltonhead.com Red Fish specializes in beautifully prepared seafood and steaks. Choose from a 1,000-plus bottle selection of wines from around the world. Private dining available.
Reilley’s Grill & Bar
7D Greenwood Dr. | 843.842.4414 | reilleyshiltonhead.com Reilley’s has been serving up steaks, seafood, pasta & sandwiches for more than 35 years. Lunch & dinner daily, & Sunday brunch. The bar is open late.
Rockfish Seafood & Steaks at Bomboras
5 Lagoon Road | 843.689.2662 | rockfishhhi.com A family seafood restaurant and bar near the beach. Offering fresh and local lowcounty ingredients paired with craft beers and wines. Kids menu. Lunches to Go for the beach.
Salty Dog Cafe
Stack’s Pancakes & More
Sea Shack
Stellini
South Beach Marina Village | 843.671.7327 saltydog.com One of Hilton Head’s favorite outdoor cafes for more than 20 years. Fresh seafood. Both indoor and outdoor seating. Live music & children’s entertainment nightly seasonally. 6 Executive Park Rd. | 843.785.2464 seashackhhi.com One of the island’s most extensive menus of seafood & more. Voted one of "South Carolina’s best seafood spots" by Coastal Living and Southern Living.
Slapfish
1024 William Hilton Pwy (by Sea Pines Circle) | 843.521.5830 | Slapfishrestaurant.com Slapfish, the nation’s fastest growing seafood restaurants is locally owned and operated by the Lomasney family serving honest flippin’ seafood infused with lots of flavor!
2 Regency Pkwy. & Hwy. 278 | 843.341.3347 Enjoy pancakes, waffles, house-made fruit sauces, crepes, Crème Brûlée French Toast, shrimp & grits, crab benedict, shrimp omelet with lobster cream sauce. Gluten free items. 15 Executive Park Rd. | 843.785.7006 | stellinihhi.com Family owned & operated since 1989! Popular Italian appetizers and entrees from NY & Northern NJ. Delicious pasta, poultry, veal, seafood, beef and lamb all expertly prepared.
The Studio
20 Executive Park Road | 843.785.6000 studiodining.com Dine while enjoying watching artists paint in the elegant studio. The menu uses the finest regional, natural & organic ingredients. Gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan menu offerings.
TôRō
2 N Forest Beach Drive, Unit 107 | 843.931.8676 | torohhi.com Latin and Asian inspired fare delivering a blend of culinary creativity and culture to a vibrant, yet casual and innovative atmosphere. Located in Beach City Market near Coligny Plaza.
Truffles
Sea Pines Center | 843.671.6136 | trufflescafe.com Local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, soups, sandwiches, and salads. Specialties include glazed grouper, mango salmon, crab cakes, meatloaf and fried shrimp.
Vine
1 N Forest Beach Drive | 843.686.3900 From marinated octopus to field greens from nearby St. George, the offerings at this intimate bistro are a treat for all. Mediterranean cuisine with a hint of Asian fusion. Reservations.
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BLUFFTON:
Amigos, Bluffton
133 Belfair Town Village | 843.815.8226 Authentic Mexican taqueria, serving delicious food “inspired by Mexican cuisine from Baja, Mexico, to Santa Barbara, California.” Owner Andrew Farbman created Amigos’ famous BBQ Chicken Salad.
British Open Pub
Sheridan Park | 843.815.6736 | britishopenpub.net Pub-style restaurant featuring authentic English food. Excellent signature fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, steak and mushroom pie, and bangers and mash. Wide selection of American appetizers and entrées. Lunch & dinner daily.
Captain Woody's
17 State Of Mind St | 843.757.6222 | captainwoodys.com Grab a seat at the rooftop deck, inside, or just belly up to the bar and enjoy a casual awesome meal. Offering a full lunch and dinner menu, happy hour daily, seasonal live music, and Sunday brunch.
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ChowDaddy’s
15 Towne Dr. | 843.757.CHOW(2469) | chowdaddys.com Focusing on buns, bowls, and tacos and great libations. Enjoy salads, sliders, a house ground rib eye burger, or their famous smoked fried chicken. Serving lunch & dinner daily.
Cinco Mexican Grill
102 Buckwalter Pkwy | 843.815.2233 | cincomexgrill.com Authentic Mexican cuisine made from scratch using traditional and modern recipes. Popular dishes include Cinco Bowl, Piña Fajitas, Carnitas, Enchiladas, Chimichangas, Flautas & flan.
Corner Perk Brunch Cafe & Coffee Roasters
1297 May River Road | 843.816.5674 | cornerperk.com Locally-owned Brunch Cafe and coffeehouse that takes pride in it’s house roasted coffee, homemade syrups, and high quality service. Enjoy breakfast wraps, sandwiches, lunch wraps, and salads.
Giuseppi's Pizza & Pasta
25 Bluffton Rd | 843.815.9200 | giuseppispizza.com They take pride in serving excellent, award-winning pizza (since 1984), plus a broad variety of well-prepared pastas, sandwiches, wings, garden fresh salads and more.
Island Bagel & Deli
17 Sherington Dr. | 843.815.5300 | islandbagelanddeli.com New York style boiled bagels made from scratch daily. 16 flavors of bagels, 12 home-made cream cheeses, pastries & breakfast sandwiches. For lunch: specialty hoagies, classic sandwiches & salads.
Nonna Lucia
5 Godfrey Place | 843.707.4281 | blufftonnonnalucia.com Bluffton's only BYOB! Nonna Lucia is a casual award winning Italian Restaurant, Early dining daily, live music every Friday and Saturday evening. Opens 4pm. Closed Mondays.
Olive & Fig
1533 Fording Island Road | 843.707.1934 Olive & Fig provides guests with a unique opportunity to experience authentic Mediterranean cuisine. The menu features Lebanese and Greek dishes alongside traditional Mediterranean fare, and gluten free and vegetarian options.
Truffles
Belfair Towne Village | 843.815.5551 | trufflescafe.com Casual cafe featuring the “freshest and finest of everything!” Fresh local seafood, Black Angus steaks, baby back ribs, homemade soups and garden salads. Covered patio. Lunch, dinner daily. Full cocktail bar.
SAVANNAH:
The Mansion on Forsyth Park
700 Drayton Street | 912-238-5158 | kesslercollection.com/mansion Featuring 700 Drayton, which offers world-class cuisine with locally sourced ingredients. Breakfast served 7 a.m.-11 a.m. Brunch 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Dinner 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Daily. Bosendorfer Lounge offers cocktails and appetizers complemented by the sounds of a rare Bosendorfer piano. Bosendorfer is open 4 p.m. -11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday and 4 p.m.-12 a.m. Friday-Saturday.
Plant Riverside District
400 West River Street | 912-373-9100 | plantriverside.com Offers food and drink with a variety of restaurants, bars and lounges. Features an all-day café, a high-end chophouse, a pizza restaurant, and a riverside bar. Two rooftop bars offer cocktails and live entertainment. Hours vary.
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‘Spirit of ‘76’ The summer I turned 5, our nation turned Despite my best efforts, I’ve continued to get 200 years old. I clearly remember that my small older. Like this country, I have continued to grow. town painted all the fire hydrants red, white and I’m not the same person I was five, 10 or 20 years blue and the route of our annual Fourth of July ago. I like to think I’ve matured, and as part of parade was ablaze with flags and bunting. growing older, somehow I’ve become a bit wiser I was too young to know exactly along the way. what a bicentennial was, but I did And though I am by no means know the United States was having a perfect, the seeds I was planted with birthday and we were celebrating it. haven’t changed and these 35 words IT WILL BE I’m pretty sure that summer was the still guide me: Love your family. CELEBRATED year I learned the words to Yankee Work hard. Be a good friend. Keep WITH POMP Doodle Dandy. learning. Treat others well. Respect After the parade there was a those who have gone before you. AND PARADE, band in the park and then we, like Every action has a consequence. BONFIRES AND most, spent the rest of the day with Practice gratitude. Learn to forgive. friends and family. Be kind. Laugh often. ILLUMINATIONS We took turns running through As a country we are not perfect; FROM ONE END our sprinkler. I had training wheels we are still growing and learning, OF THIS CONTINENT and there are still changes to be on my bike, and my sister and brother weaved streamers in the made. But we are not the country we TO THE OTHER. spokes and we rode our decorated were 50, 100 or 200 years ago. I like JOHN ADAMS bikes up and down the street. to think we’ve become older, wiser We ate hot dogs and hamburgers. and that we will continue to grow Dessert was slices of cake decorated and fix the things that need fixing. with strawberries and blueberries to The seeds of our democracy resemble the stars and stripes of the flag. We haven’t changed, and I hope these 35 words ended the night one town over watching the continue to guide us. fireworks or, in the case of my grandmother, “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all home watching the fireworks on the television. men are created equal, that they are endowed by That summer was a big one for me. I their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that was growing older and was going to start among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of kindergarten at the end of it. Our country was Happiness.” growing as well. Everyone sensed it. Have a safe and Happy Fourth.
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