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MARSHALL TOWN OF BLUFFTON NAMES INTERIM MANAGER

Scott Marshall was named the Town of Bluffton’s interim manager. Marshall, who has been deputy town manager since 2015, was appointed after Marc Orlando resigned from the position Jan. 4. According to the town’s website, Marshall began working for Beaufort County in 2009. He was executive director of the Board of Elections and Registration until June 2013 when he was hired as Parks and Leisure Services director.

BLUFFTON NAMED SOUTH CAROLINA’S SAFEST CITY

Bluffton has been cited as the safest place to live in South Carolina, according to safety.com. Ranked No. 1 on the list that was revealed in December, Bluffton is recognized for “exceptional” public safety statistics.

Safety.com used comprehensive ranking factors that included public safety and financial security metrics to determine a complete view of community safety, it said.

Summerville ranked second. Bluffton was also named the second-safest place to live in South Carolina by Money, Inc. last August.

DECALS REQUIRED AT BEAUFORT COUNTY CONVENIENCE CENTERS

Beaufort County’s decal program at all convenience centers began in early January. All vehicles are stopped entering the centers and attendants scan decals from residents that have received barcodes. One decal will be issued per property.

Each residential property owner will be allowed three visits per week to a convenience center.

The Gate Convenience Center and Pritchardville Convenience Center closed Dec. 31 and will be monitored for illegal dumping, Beaufort County said.

PARKER’S DONATES $20 MILLION TO SUPPORT SOUTH CAROLINA, GEORGIA

Parker’s recently donated $20 million to support charitable initiatives. The Parker’s Community Fund will support a range of charitable causes across the region, a news release said.

“We have a strong commitment to the Palmetto State and are incredibly grateful for the support of our customers in Charleston, Moncks Corner, Goose Creek, Summerville, Walterboro, Hardeeville, Bluffton, Hilton Head, Beaufort and Port Royal,” Parker’s founder and CEO Greg Parker said.

FARMERS CAN APPLY TO GROW HEMP

The South Carolina Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for hemp farming permits for the 2021 growing season through Feb. 28. The state’s Hemp Farming Program has grown from 20 farmers in 2018 to 265 farmers in 2020, the SCDA said. Farmers must apply through SCDA’s online portal at agriculture.sc.gov/hemp.

OF THE MONTH

JUBILEE

Age: 1 Gender: Female Weight: 53 lbs Breed: Shepard/Cattle Dog Mix Temperament: Friendly, but very, very energetic! She is loving, affectionate, and loves to play, but she needs an avid jogger to help her let off all that extra energy.

TESSA

Age: 8 Gender: Female Weight: 10 lbs Breed: Domestic Short Hair Temperament: Shy at first, but affectionate, loving, and curious when she gets more comfortable. Absolutely loves people; not so much a fan of dogs.

Adopt them at: Hilton Head Humane Association Adoption by appointment only. Call to schedule. 10 Humane Way, Hilton Head Island For more information: 843-681-8686 OR HHHUMANE.ORG

SAVANNAH CANCELS ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE

The City of Savannah has canceled its annual St. Patrick’s Day parade for the second consecutive year because of coronavirus concerns. The event, which draws thousands of revelers, was first held in 1824. St. Patrick’s Day is March 17.

HILTON HEAD TOWN HALL RENAMED IN STEPHEN RILEY’S HONOR

In recognition of Hilton Head Town Manager Stephen Riley’s retirement, Town Council voted to rename Town Hall as the Stephen G. Riley Municipal Complex. Riley had been town manager since 1994.

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