Fall 2013 COVER STORY
Intriguing Men of
ALSO INSIDE
Fall B&B and Inn Road Trips!
Anderson
AND MORE Local Fare with a Western Flair Dentists That Really Make Us Smile A Hunting We Will Go The Making of White Jones
editor’s letter
C
ooler weather, chang-
Dean Davis, Vice President and General Manager of
ing leaves—Oh sweet
White-Jones ACE Hardware & Sporting Goods Store,
Autumn how we love
gave us a little bit of history of the man who was behind the business in The Legacy of White Jones.
you so. Earlier this year we dedicated an issue to the women in
What better choice of a restaurant with male appeal
our community, this issue is for
than one of the best local steak places in the neighbor-
the guys and we started out by asking for recommendations
Sheril Bennett Turner, Editor
hood. Read Giddy Up to Carson’s Steak Warehouse and Saloon! to find out how Hamid & K.D. Simpson
from our readers for local intriguing men. Out of all these
Mohsseni keep everyone—men, women and children
winners, we chose five to feature in our Intriguing Men
alike—fired up with their southwestern success story.
story.
Now that the season is upon us, it may be a good time
Other men that we found interesting are also scat-
to Fall in Love with some of South Carolina’s, North Car-
tered throughout including father and son, Arthur and
olina’s and Georgia’s more noteworthy Bed & Breakfasts
Jay Bruce, and business partners, Robert Austin and Mat-
and Inns. But, if you’re staying in town, enjoy the fine
thew Pray, who are Dentists Making a Difference.
weather—and the fine men—in our Anderson Life.
If you would like to suggest people to see and places to be in Anderson County, email me at Sheril.Turner@IndependentMail.com.
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Intriguing Men 7 It’s The Journey
22 Look Good/Feel Good
12 Business Spotlight
26 Just For Fun
Easy Breezy Weekend Escapes to B&Bs and Inns
White Jones ACE Hardware & Sporting Goods
16 Street Talk
What Do Our Men Like To Do On A Saturday Night?
18 What’s Happening Calendar of Events for Fall
20 In Fashion
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Meet Area Dentists With A Heart
Let’s Go Hunting At McConnell Hall
28 At Home
Just A Few of Our Local Intriguing Men
36 Let’s Eat
Where’s The Beef? At Carson’s Steak Warehouse & Saloon!
38 Home Cooking
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Rice Hope Plantation 206 Rice Hope Drive, Moncks Corner, SC 29461 (843) 849-9000 www.ricehope.com Established in 1696, this Charleston plantation prospered along the tidal banks of the Cooper River when rice was king in South Carolina. The original house burned and was rebuilt in 1840. The present sprawling 40-room mansion is the result of renovations and additions made in 1929 by U.S.
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Senator John S. Frelinghugsen of New Jersey who used the property as a hunting lodge. Under the canopy of ancient moss-draped live oaks amidst camellias 200 years old, time seems to stand still at Rice Hope. Located near other preRevolutionary plantations, chapels and ruins, national forest, a monastery, state and county parks, and 40 miles from historic Charleston, and the Atlantic beaches, Rice Hope Plantation Inn has 5 guest rooms with antique and reproduction furnishings. Each room has a queen or full size bed, TV, comfortable sitting area and private bath. A continental or full breakfast is included with a night's stay. Well behaved children are welcome; please do not bring pets and no smoking inside.
utumn is the perfect time to get away from the crowds, unwind and enjoy
Why Go There? For spectacular river
the changing scenery. Why not take a little weekend retreat to some of the
sunsets and beautiful moss laden oaks,
country’s finest B&Bs and Inns located just a few hours away from home.
but the real attraction is the resident ghost, Mistress Chicken.
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Saluda Inn & Wine Cellar 229 Greenville St, Saluda, NC 28773 (828) 749-9698 info@saludainn.com www.saludainn.com The Saluda Inn & Wine Cellar is located in quaint Saluda, North Carolina. It offers a comfortable environment that can easily accommodate a group of 32 (sometimes more). With 7200 sq. ft.
you’ll need to get your day started. There
prepare your own meals as you wish or
are 15 guest rooms, each a little differ-
arrange to have your meals catered. The
ent. The prized rooms are those with an-
sunroom offers a great place to spend
tique claw-foot tubs. Some have twin or
time with a book. You may even wish
queen beds, a few have king-sized beds,
to enjoy the almost 2 acres of property
one has a sleeping loft perfect for adven-
by sitting next to a campfire, enjoying
turous kids, and a couple of rooms boast
a game of shuffleboard or just relaxing
fireplaces. They welcome families and
under a tree in the hammock. Enjoy an
some rooms are pet friendly.
afternoon bike ride down to Pearson Falls or just get in some good rocking
Why Go There? To do great old timey
portunity to spread out and yet still be
time on the porch. In the evening slip
things like bird watching, horseshoes,
under the same roof. There are spacious
down to the cellar for some wine or a
shuffle boarding, and croquet in the day,
living rooms for meetings and group
local brew. B&B guests enjoy the casual
and to sample wonderful wine, beers
activities. The dining room has plenty
atmosphere, checking in by appoint-
and cheeses while listening to local art-
of seating for everyone in your group to
ment, checking out when it’s convenient
ists in the secret Wine Cellar beneath
share meals together. Kitchen facilities
to them. Breakfast includes everything
the inn in the evening.
of living space, it offers guests the op-
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are roomy and fully equipped for you to
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room and a full kitchen. Boutique ame-
time during their peak months of April
nities include on-site spa services and
- November.
gourmet 3 course breakfasts. The exterior of the Saluda Inn & Wine Cellar and one of the 15 guest rooms within the inn.
1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage 173 E. Chestnut St, Asheville, NC 28801 (828) 253-2553 innkeeper@whitegate.net www.whitegate.net 1889 WhiteGate Inn and Cottage is a
Why Go There? For the wine tasting Why Go There? For the romantic cus-
and tours, crazy events like Vino Bingo
tomized spa packages, specially blend-
and Trivia Night, and, of course, who
ed house coffees, and romantic gardens
wouldn’t want to sleep in the treetops
and greenhouse to tempt even Adam
and enjoy the view?
and Eve.
Treehouse Vineyards 301 Bay St., Monroe, NC 28112 (704)-283-4208 nordan@treehousevineyards.net www.treehousevineyards.net
West Oak Lodging 101 Fryemont Rd, Bryson City, NC 28713 (828) 488-2438 info@WestOakLodging.com www.westoaklodging.com
4 Diamond bed and breakfast providing luxurious and inviting North Carolina
Treehouse Vineyards offers a unique
West Oak offers visitors a unique va-
bed and breakfast accommodations in
experience in a gorgeous setting on a
riety of lodging options in the Smoky
Asheville, NC, just minutes from the
working Vineyard where you can re-
Mountains of North Carolina. There is a
city’s historic downtown. The eleven
lax among nature. Two treehouses are
bed and breakfast in a log home, five his-
distinctive guest rooms in the Inn,
for rental: Papa's Dream Treehouse for
toric cabins, and one vacation rental – a
Carriage House and Bungalow honor
overnight rentals for two and the porch
newly built mountaintop house. West
distinguished poets. Each guest room
of the Date Night Treehouse for hourly
Oak’s Smoky Mountain Bed & Break-
is uniquely decorated with poetry vol-
rentals. If you plan on doing a tasting
fast has four comfortable guest rooms
umes by each featured poet included
and tour before or after your treehouse
on two levels. Each room has a private
in each room. The Cottage has one bed-
experience, reserve your desired tasting
bath, A/C, TV, ceiling fan, telephone and
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it’s the journey
Enjoy spectacular views at the Red Horse Inn. less internet and includes a full breakfast
courtyard with pond and patio complete
therapy whirlpool baths and separate
at a favorite restaurant in town.
the romantic scene. Sit and relax under
enclosed showers. Our rooms are el-
our arbor as you read a book or use our
egant, uncluttered & clean and contain
Why Go There? For the Smoky Moun-
free wireless Internet access in our Inn
cable television, Bose Wave radio, and
tain views and cabin coziness that will
rooms and everywhere in the main Inn.
central air conditioning. The guest's con-
make you feel like a pampered pioneer.
All cottages and rooms have seasonal
venience area has an icemaker, ice buck-
fireplaces, hair dryers, irons, ironing
ets, a refrigerator with bottled water and
boards, TV’s and DVD players, alarm
sodas, an extensive movie library and
clocks, noise machines, ceiling fans and
extra glassware. The daily two-course
more.
gourmet breakfast is prepared by the
The Red Horse Inn 45 Winstons Chase Court, Landrum, SC 29356 (864) 895-4968 theredhorseinn@aol.com www.theredhorseinn.com
innkeeper himself who is a European Why Go There? A cottage for everyone,
The Red Horse Inn is the bed and
including Sparky the dog, and access to
breakfast in South Carolina located in
guided horseback rides where you’ll en-
Why Go There? For the Kilburnie’s his-
the foothills of the Blue Ridge Moun-
joy the mountain scenery up close and
tory and the walks through the glorious
tains, creating the perfect backdrop for
personal.
wildlife habitat which makes up Craig
your weekend getaways for couples, memorable honeymoon vacation or important corporate retreat. The Main Inn offers two large rooms with generous glass doors that flow onto a vine draped
Kilburnie, The Inn at Craig Farm 1824 Craig Farm Road, Lancaster, SC 29720 (803) 416-8420 johannes@kilburnie.com www.kilburnie.com
arbor patio, or you can stay in one of the
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trained chef.
Farm. Oh…and did I mention European trained chef?
The Sunset Inn 9 North Shore Dr, Sunset Beach, NC 28468 (888) 575-1001 or (910) 575-1000 www.thesunsetinn.net
six cabins on the property. The expansive
Kilburnie offers five spacious and
Blue Ridge Mountains can be viewed
comfortable guest accommodations, all
from inside as well as from under the ar-
with commodious, private, luxurious &
The Sunset Inn offers splendid views
bor and extensive patio. A garden filled
bright bathrooms complete with hydro
of salt-water life from each of the
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business spotlight
White Jones, the man, was an institution unto himself. Gone now for 10 years, his spirit lives on in his company, White Jones Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc., but more importantly in the men and women he chose to run his stores. Dean Davis, Vice President and General Manager of the corporation, is one of those men.
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I was a family friend from the time
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turned him down again.
of Anchor Hocking dishes. He put it all in
I was nine years old. In fact, Mr. Jones’
When I got out of that business in 1991
a room over there, and to this day we call
brother-in-law baptized me when I was
and needed a job, I thought, I can’t go to
it the glass house. He bought it for 10¢ on
ten. I knew the family all of those years
Mr. Jones and ask him for a job, so I went
the dollar and he sold it for retail. He spe-
and when I went to work in 1960 for a
to work selling cars. I had been doing that
cialized in buying stuff like that. There was
lumber yard, two-weeks after I had been
for three weeks when the phone rang one
a distributor in Macon, GA that went out
there, in walks Mr. Jones. He called on
day and it was Mr. Jones. He said ‘What
of business. Mr. Jones bought seven trac-
me as a salesman for seven years.
are you doing trying to sell cars? You
tor trailer loads of merchandise. He was a
Of course we all called him White
come down here and talk to me.’ That was
deal maker. He used to buy lawnmowers
Jones, a lot of people think that is two
six or seven months after he opened the
that were factory returned and refurbish
different people, but that was his name.
Pruitt Shopping Center store in November
them and sell them cheaper than new, but
His real name was William Whiteman
of 1990. Soon after, I started working on
he would warranty them. Back in the day
Jones, but no one ever called him that, it
the floor managing the lawn and garden
when the Kerosun heaters were real pop-
was shortened to “White” He was from
department.
ular, he bought those by the truck loads.
Laurens and he came here and started
White Jones actually opened the origi-
They had to be refurbished and he had
working in downtown Anderson as a
nal store in May of 1967 with three little
people who did that. In the era when the
salesman at Sullivan Hardware. That’s
slot car tracks, where you’d pay a quarter
wood inserts were really big he did that
where he met his wife, Gertrude or
and race these little cars. He added sport-
and when they went out and fireplace logs
“Gertie” as she was called. She worked
ing goods and his wife ran that, then he
began to come in, he was one of the big-
right next door at Gene Anderson’s De-
expanded and went with ACE hardware
gest dealers in the country. He built up the
partment Store.
probably in late ‘68 or early‘69. I remem-
business so that we had clientele coming
Well, in 1967, Mr. Jones decided to
ber him saying to me, ‘Little One,’ that’s
from Northeast Georgia, North Carolina,
start this business and he talked to me
what he called me, ‘I’m either gonna
Clemson, Oconee –all over. We still have
about it. He offered me a job and I turned
make it or break it. I borrowed all I can
people from those places who come here
it down because, honestly, I didn’t think
get from the bank to open up an ACE
today to do business with us.
he’d make it. I was a young guy then, and
Hardware store.’
Mr. Jones started grooming me to take
I had a secure job and loved what I was
Of course, we know how that went.
over this position at some point. He passed
doing. Another time he offered me a job
Mr. Jones was different and colorful. He
away 10 years ago and Mrs. Jones passed
when he was opening the North store. I
didn’t mind stepping out and purchas-
away last year. She was like a mother to
had my own business then, which was
ing something if he thought it was a good
everyone who worked here. They both
a carpet and wallpaper business, so I
deal. One time he bought a whole car box
were great people. In all my life, I don’t
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know if I’ve ever seen a husband and wife team work any better than they did. They did a lot for the community and were benevolent and hard working people. Today, White Jones Hardware and Sporting Goods, Inc. has three locations—the third on Highway 24 was added in May 2007—and employs more than 75 people. As a Co-op partner with ACE Hardware, it strives to offer the best in hardware, sporting goods, fishing, boating and firearms. It is led by son, Walter Jones, who relies heavily on Lynn Mullikin, Vice President and Merchandising Manager who has been with the company for 37 years, Alice McElveen, Secretary and Treasurer who has been with the company for 33 years, and of course, Dean Davis who’s celebrating 22 years with the company. “I could be retired,” Mr. Davis says with a smile. “People are always saying, ‘Why are you still working?’ I say, well, I started working in 1960 and I’ve never had a job I didn’t enjoy. Why would I want to give up something that I enjoy, especially when I get paid for it?”
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: Q “I was a minister for 35 years so Saturdays are preparation time to get ready for church. I try to be family oriented and look forward to having church and serving the Lord.” Kelly Simmons
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“I like to study for my Sunday school class at New Spring Community Church.” Richie Reese
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“My wife, Tara, and I like to go out and eat in downtown Anderson. Two of our favorite restaurants are Sullivan’s Metropolitan Grill and Downtown Bricks Grill & Bar.” Matthew Tompkins
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what’s happening
Calendar of Events
Main Street Program Block Party Main Street, Downtown Anderson Every Thursday, April through October 6pm–9pm
Rudy’s 16th Annual Bluegrass in the Woods Autumn Festival Rudy’s Bluegrass Thursday September 19 – Saturday, September 21
Denver Downs Farm Corn Maze and Pumpkin Festival Denver Downs Farm September 27 – November 3 Bring the family for a fun day of
Bring your lawn chairs and blankets
pumpkin picking and corn maze
A weekly concert series brought to
and prepare for some of the finest
excitement! Don’t miss the annual
Downtown Anderson by the Main
bluegrass around. Camping spots also
Pumpkin Festival featuring pumpkin
Street Program. For more information
available. rudysbluegrass.com
carving contests, pumpkin games and
visit their Facebook page: www. facebook.com/MainStreetProgram. AndersonSC
Anderson Arts Center Warehouse Wine Series Art and Oysters Anderson Art Center Thursday, September 19 from 7pm – 9 pm
a pumpkin pageant, and the annual
Electric City Playhouse Performance Kitchen Witches Electric City Playhouse Friday, September 20 – Sunday, September 22 Thursday, September 26 – Sunday, September 29
Denver Downs Corn Maze Costume Contest. denverdownsfarm.com
The 27th Annual Belton Standpipe Heritage and Arts Festival City Square, Belton, SC Saturday, October 5 from 10am – 10pm
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historical tours, fire truck rides, a classic car show, great food, children’s activities, more than 30 quality craft vendors, and community outreach booths entertain the crowds. After a street dance, the evening ends with a spectacular fireworks finale at 9:15 pm. Come celebrate the historical and cultural heritage of our small town! beltonsc.com/standfest.htm
Iva Depot Days Heritage Celebration Downtown Iva Saturday, October 13 Iva’s Annual Depot Days draws a large crowd for food, fellowship, fun, vendors, rides, and for an opportunity to enjoy being part of the community. Trolley rides take festival goers on an historic tour of the area, students showcase their activities, inflatable rides keep children hopping, and food flows from numerous booths. The event also features a car show, music, crafts, and more. www.townofiva.com
Anderson Arts Center Warehouse Wine Series Horsing Art-round Home of Denise and Cobb Oxford Thursday, October 17 from 7pm – 9 pm
Anderson County Museum presents Monster Mash Anderson County Museum Tuesday, October 29
Anderson County Museum presents Mistletoe Market Anderson County Museum Friday, November 1 – Saturday, November 2
Don’t miss this night of fun for The autumn days are brilliant with
elementary aged children and their
Check out this unique shopping
color, the evenings turn crisp and
families when the
experience that allows you to support
cool, and we welcome the warmth of
Museum’s gallery is transformed into
local artisans and craftspeople who
friends and neighbors. Put on your
a spooky cauldron of fun for the night!
sell their hand-made goods at the
boots and jeans and come on out to
Activities include a costume contest,
Museum for this one weekend.
Oxford Farm. Enjoy beer, wine, and
trunk or treating, a pumpkin
Mistletoe Market is the perfect place
live music with the band, Groove
decorating contest, and, of course,
to find that great, non-commercialized
Planet! Sponsored by Oxford Farm
lots of goodies to eat and drink.
gift for Christmas.
andersonarts.org
andersoncountymuseum.org
andersoncountymuseum.org
To list your event here, please email Sheril.Turner@IndependentMail.com.
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Written by Sheril Bennett Turner
AutumnAttired When the weather gets cooler and the leaves start to change, it’s time for fashions made just for the season. Here local manufacturer, Southern Tide, creates the perfect casual clothes for the gentlemen in our lives.
Southern Tide, LLC is the Greenville, S.C.-based manufacturer of a rapidly growing lifestyle brand of apparel that boasts exceptional craftsmanship, clean lines, fine quality and classic design. Southern Tide’s design of extraordinarily authentic and classic clothing that is intelligently constructed with the best available materials is featured in the collection’s vast array of items including the Men’s and Women’s Skipjack Polo, Channel Marker Khaki Pants and Shorts; RT-7 Pants, Men’s Sport Shirts, Skipjack Boxers, Hats and Neck Ties; as well as Short and Long-sleeve T-shirts and various accessories. Currently, the Southern Tide brand can be found exclusively at fine retailers in 38 states, Puerto Rico, Bahamas and the Virgin Islands and online at SouthernTide.com. Find Southern Tide at these local retailers: Cahaly Company, 208 S. Main St. Suite 1, Anderson, SC, 29624, Phone: 864-965-9070 Charlie Nelson’s, 3131 N. Main Street, Anderson, SC, 29621, Phone: 864-231-1188 M H Frank, 380 College Avenue, Clemson, SC, 29631, Phone: 864-654-4484
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Difference
look good/feel good
Dentists Making a
Written by Sheril Bennett Turner | Photographed by John Fowler
Drs. Robert G. Austin, DMD & Matthew A. Pray, DMD
Partners On The Same Path A native of Lindenhurst, New York, Robert Austin had a fleeting interest in becoming a dentist when he was a kid, so right after high school he joined the Air Force and became a dental technician. After serving four years, he went on to college and then dental school. Like he says, the rest is history. For more than 25 years, Dr. Bob has strived to make sure that everyone in his community of Anderson receives good dental health care. Towards this goal, four years ago he brought Dr. Matt into his practice. “I was looking to bring someone in as an equity partner, and through our dental supply company, Dr. Matt and I met,” says Dr. Bob. “I’m from Chicago originally and went to dental school in St. Louis, then worked there for a year,” Dr. Matt says. “My parents retired to Seneca and my wife’s family is in upstate New York, so when we were looking for somewhere to settle, we said let’s go warm. We came down here and I had a bunch of interviews and Dr. Bob was the last person I talked to. I left here feeling real good about it. We kind of gelled together.” A recipient of the 2008 Pointing The Way Leadership Award for major contributions to the community, Dr. Bob encouraged
his young associate to get involved right away, bringing him into the Free Clinic Dental Office, which he pioneered in 1992, as well as Big Smiles for Little Scholars in 2000. Both dentists encourage arts in the schools by partnering with Homeland Park Elementary School to help provide art supplies as needed. An art gallery in their dental office is rotated quarterly with the children’s art, as well. “I think there is a direct correlation between art and performance in school plus it is so good for a child’s self esteem,” Dr. Bob explains. “Matt and I have always been about community. It’s not about ME, it’s about the WE and putting back into the community. That is hard to find in a partner, too. I was hoping for a long term business relationship and thankfully Dr. Matt and my practice philosophies are similar and our dentistry abilities are similar, too. One of the staff members said, ‘Now you’ve got you a Mini-Me.’ I don’ know if that is a good thing or not,” he laughs. Dr. Bob has been married to his wife, Kristina, for 29 years and has three children, two grandchildren with another grand on the way. Dr. Matt and his wife Jenny have a little girl, Magnolia (2 ½) and Cecilia Marie, born this past July.
Specialities We try to WOW our patients with personal service. Our practice motto “Caring, Comfortable Dentistry For All” is supported by: 1. We show each and every patient we care for them. 2. We provide comfort to all our patients at all times. 3. We let our patients know we are concerned about them and their overall health. Drs. Robert G. Austin & Matthew A. Pray, Family Dentistry • 218 A E. Shockley Ferry Rd, Anderson, SC 29624 • (864) 226-4411 • www.caringdentistsc.com
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lool gppd/feel good
Dr. Arthur Bruce, DMD and Dr. Jay Bruce, DMD
Father & Son On A Mission
Art Bruce remembers when he first started thinking about
is one.”
his career path. “In the 8th grade at McCants Junior High, I re-
Together father and son volunteer their dental skills at the
member taking a test that seemed to go on for several days. The
Anderson Free Clinic and have been on various Christian medi-
purpose of this test was to pinpoint professions in accordance
cal/dental mission trips to Honduras, Haiti, and to the Ukraine.
with my interests and skills. On my test results my “fit” was
In his free time, Dr. Art enjoys swimming, water skiing, at-
dentistry. I guess that was the first seed planted in my mind
tending Clemson sporting events, cycling, running, spending
that I may pursue this great profession.”
time with family and ballroom dancing (he was this year’s win-
Today, Dr. Art heads up one of Pendleton’s leading dental
ner of Dancing for our Heroes). He also does Inductive Bible
practices which includes his son Dr. Jay, an associate dentist,
study and is especially interested in defending Creation over
wife Kathy, who serves as office manager, as well as a full team
Evolution.
of dental hygienists, dental assistants and office personnel.
Dr. Jay’s hobbies include traveling, swimming or boating on
“We tend to love a task if we feel we are proficient at doing
Lake Hartwell, Clemson football, studying the history of sports
that task,” explains Dr. Art. When we realize our giftedness,
uniforms, hanging out with my friends, family, and his beautiful
we are reminded that God gave us that giftedness to bless and
fiancée, Amy Arnold from Fort Mill, SC.
serve others and to bless us. At the start of every workday at
“My goal is to continue serving the dental needs of the peo-
the office, we have a morning huddle, a 5 minute time when our
ple of our corner of the Upstate,” Dr. Jay says. “I would like to
staff meets around the daily schedule to preview our workday.
eventually own the practice and possibly have a side business
We always have a prayer and ask our Heavenly Father to lead
venture that involves a hobby separate from dentistry. I want
those people to us who need our help. God is the source of all
to continue doing a good job at what I do to make a positive
good and perfect gifts, of which the ability to meet dental needs
Specialities CEREC: We have the ability to produce beautiful, natural looking, porcelain EMax veneers, crowns, onlays. These can usually be done in one single visit with no impressions. CEREC is the name of the machine and the computer system used to make these restorations. Oral Sedation Dentistry: For those patients with slight anxiety or an intense dental phobia, for those with past dental trauma, for those who have difficulty getting numb, for those with years of dental work to catch up on, for those with a desire to combine several treatment sessions into one stress-free visit. Tooth Replacement/ Mini Implants and Root Form Implants: We present both options to our patients. The Mini Implant is less invasive and less costly than the Root Form Implant and provides a viable option to replace missing teeth or to support loose dentures. Arthur L. Bruce, DMD and Associates, Family and Cosmetic Dentistry • 896 S. Mechanic St., Pendleton, SC, 29670. • (864) 646-7152 • www.arthurbrucedental.com
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The Hunt is on! at McCONNELL HALL
“We hit upon the idea while on a dove hunting trip in Argentina,” says Richard McConnell about his business, McConnell Hall Outfitters LLC, of which he is President and partner with his father, B.C. McConnell, Jr. The family business incorporated on October 26th, 2004, then applied for and was granted a Federal Firearms License in 2005 to broker and sell firearms and hunting supplies. “In 2008, we did the necessary work and due diligence with the Department of Natural Resources and applied for and were granted a license from the DNR to operate a shooting preserve on the existing property,” Richard says. “The shooting preserve allows hunters to shoot quail, Chukar, and Ring-
neck pheasant or any combination thereof in a controlled environment directed by our experienced staff of guides.” Over a period of seven years, they built a trophy room on the farm to house their numerous trophies appropriately called the Hall of Heads, hence the name McConnell Hall. Richard’s wife, Rita, also signed on as Executive Chef, providing gourmet meals for private dinners, special events and hunting parties. Besides hunting, McConnell Hall offers event facilities managed by Adina Estes, Events Director, for weddings, wedding receptions, corporate events, private parties and more. For more information, go to www.mcconnellhall.com.
Photographs provided by Emmalie Victoria Estes of Blank Slate Photography and McConnell Hall
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just for fun
THE PLANTATION HOUSE Hunters have many choices when it comes to selecting a bird hunting destination in the South. At McConnell Hall, we realize a great hunting destination is measured by the companions, the cuisine, the service, the hunting experience, and the accommodations. Here, you can experience the best before and after the hunt! A finely appointed Pro Shop, a world class trophy room, unmatched dining—our corporate facilities provide privacy and enjoyment that are unparalleled.
THE HUNTING This why you wanted to come to McConnell Hall to begin with. Our focus is to provide you with the very best southern Bobwhite quail hunting experience possible. Classic bird dogs trained by Orvis-endorsed and renowned trainer Scott Keown will give you and your guests a great day in the field and memories for a lifetime. At McConnell Hall, you can follow the dogs on foot or have access to our quail buggies. We cater to the individual who seeks to step back in time, experience the bird flush, and enjoy a southern quail hunt the way it used to be in its finest glory. Hundreds of acres with focused quail habitat, great flying birds, excellent dogs, experienced guides—that is what we are all about. If improving your wingshooting is your desire, our Promatic Super Huntsman clay machine offers an endless array of clay birds and challenges the best of shooters. Additionally, we offer bass, bream and crappie fishing in three beautiful ponds on our properties. Where? Only here, at McConnell Hall!
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at home
Intriguing
Men
ofAnderson
In-trigu-ing Men Noun: Humans of the male persuasion who are: Interesting, fascinating, absorbing, exciting, engaging, gripping, stirring, stimulating, curious, compelling, amusing, diverting, provocative, beguiling, thoughtprovoking, titillating, engrossing, tantalizing, captivating; arousing great interest or curiosity.
Written by Sheril Bennett Turner
W
hat makes a man intriguing? Is it his service to the community? His pas-
sion for his hobby? The way he commits to a cause? Well, all of these things make the following Anderson guys intriguing to us. Thanks to all our readers for their nominations. ALL of them are special!
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Photographed by John Fowler
LEE R. Luff A familiar face around town, Lee
grown daughters and a pet ceramic dog
Airport” and his future goals as “Staying
is the President of the Anderson Area
named Sparky enjoys running, golf, and
one step ahead of the McDougalds…or
Chamber of Commerce. “I find my job
gardening, using his expertise as a Mas-
Sullivan-King.”
interesting because of the opportunity
ter Gardener volunteer at various sites
to work with so many different commu-
around Anderson and Pickens county.
nity leaders and organizations working
He is also an AnMed Auxiliary volun-
to make Anderson a better place to live,
teer. Known for his sense of humor, Lee
work and play.” This single father of two
lists his hometown as the “International
What do you find intriguing? “The "intrigue" that makes a community work…or try to….”
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COREY Emanuel Chapman Corey, who graduated from Market-
“I recently began hosting a web series
ing from Erskine College with a BS in
for Erskine College and I'm excited to
Business Administration and from Co-
see what students we might be able
lumbia University with a MA in Com-
to reach through the world wide web.
munication, is the creative genius
I would like to extend my hosting into
behind Corey Emanuel Omnimedia,
television by doing special reports and
a multimedia production company
documentaries that give voice to un-
focusing on lifestyle media and educa-
told stories.” When this on-the-move
tion. “We specialize in cinematography,
bachelor is not inspiring others, he en-
photography, educational consulting,
joys traveling, cooking, and reading.
on-air hosting and authoring children's books (Can I Be President, too?,
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What do you find intriguing?
Mascot Books, 2012).” In addition, this
“I find strangers intriguing. I love
creative young man mentors young
that moment when you spark up a con-
adults transitioning from college to
versation with the stranger sitting next
the real world by offering resume and
to you on the airplane and you discover
cover letter review, as well as job in-
how alike or unalike you are and yet
terview coaching. Goals for the future?
still experience a genuine connection.”
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Photograph by Emilie Carol of Emilie Carol Photography
at home Photographed by John Fowler
WRISTON Marshburn An attorney for twelve years, in 2009 Wriston found some-
has helped with Meals-on-Wheels and The Alzheimer’s Associa-
thing he enjoyed doing more. “I gave up my practice to start a
tion, too. “I want to serve God, raise my kids to love God, love
business in Anderson called Home Instead Senior Care. This is a
my wife and I want to make a difference in the community and
complete 180 from the work I did as a lawyer. When I was a law-
with my clients.”
yer, I represented corporations and usually sat in an office reading and writing all day. Now, I get to meet senior citizens who
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What do you find intriguing?
have lived very interesting lives, share their stories and wisdom
“I find the way God has designed the world and the plants
and help them live with dignity and independence.” This hus-
and animals that live here intriguing. I also find the mind of
band and father of two also helps out seniors in the community
a lady intriguing. I still have not been able to figure out how
by visiting them at the retirement home and in hospitals, and
women think!”
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As the Mayor of Anderson for the last eight years, Terence represents the community in a variety of ways. “I must be at the table of many things to make sure we are represented. My goal is to make sure Anderson continues to focus on neighborhoods, recreation and the downtown area. I'm very proud of how our council works as a team to get priorities accomplished. Our downtown has grown significantly over the years. It has become a destination for restaurants and entertainment. With the completion of the downtown park the momentum will continue.” This father of two also owns and operates State Farm Insurance Terence Roberts Agency and, when not working with the many local and state-wide organizations to make our world a better place, he enjoys golf and running. What do you find intriguing? “That we have a city on the verge of being a very special place to live.”
at home
TERENCE Roberts
at home Photographed by John Fowler
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TOM Langston Tom is considered an institution by
fishing and sports is teaching a Sunday
many, a self-made man who as a Real
school class ( for 35 years) at Trinity
Estate Developer helped transform the
United Methodist and participating in
face of Honea Path and Anderson. “Our
the many church activities there. “I love
motto through the years has been “For A
to help my community grow spiritually
Better Place To Live.” I have been blessed
and physically.” Tom is married to Jean
to be able to develop six shopping cen-
Langston and has one daughter, Malette
ters in the local area which include
Gambrell.
the first Bi-Lo store ever built, and my daughter and I have also built a retirement community in Honea Path.” One of the things Tom most enjoys besides
What do you find intriguing? “When you are able to see people reach their true potential.”
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let’’s eat
Giddy Up Written by Sheril Bennett Turner • Photographed by John Fowler “You can’t get much better than a great steak, a great sweet
as important are the servers and the service that you receive,”
potato, a great salad, and great rolls” says Hamid Mohsseni,
says Manager, Ronnie LeCroy. “We pride ourselves in training
owner of Carson’s Steak Warehouse and Saloon. Add salted
our employees to anticipate our customers’ needs and handle
peanuts and a beverage of your choice and you’ve got the mak-
any special requests.”
ings for the perfect down-home meal. It doesn’t hurt that this
The Mohsseni family had already made a name for them-
local gem has an in-house butcher and that
selves with Tucker’s Restaurant located next
everything from the salad dressings to the
door, when they decided that Anderson
rolls is made from scratch.
needed something a little different.
“We do all Angus choice, all fresh,” says
“We already had Tucker’s for three years
K.D. Simpson Mohsseni, Hamid’s wife and
when we had an opportunity to purchase
co-owner. “We buy it and age it. We don’t
this property and open Carson’s in 1998,”
buy anything that is cryovaced or wrapped
K.D. explains. “It had been several restau-
in plastic, popped open and put in the mi-
rants before so we totally gutted and remod-
crowave like a lot of restaurants do. Every-
eled it. We like that it was in close proxim-
thing is fresh from our chicken—we do a
ity to Tucker’s so we could keep an eye on
wonderful mesquite chicken up here—to our salmon.”
it. We wanted a more laid back atmosphere, something more
“We are really known for our beef,” Hamid says. “We age our
casual western with good steaks and sweet potatoes and onion
beef 21 days before we cut it. We grind our own chuck and
rings. There wasn’t anything around here like that at the time.
people love our sirloins and rib-eyes, our most famous one is
We thought it was an idea we could build upon and Anderson
our Cowboy Rib-eye, and our Sirloin Tips.” Other menu favor-
really loved it and took hold of it.”
ites include the Warehouse (onion) Wheels, the Chicken Ten-
After a kitchen fire damaged the restaurant three years ago,
ders, Carson’s Smoked Ribs, the Grilled Teriyaki Salmon and of
Carson’s was remodeled and redecorated. The casual rustic
course, the Fried Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough dessert.
southwestern theme features antlered chandeliers, a cool
“As important as the food quality and appearance are, also
collection of neon signs, local art work and a train that runs
let’s eat
p
CARSON’S Steak Warehouse to
AND SALOON!
around the dining room ceiling—a favorite with the kids young and old. Cozy secluded booths are perfect for couples, and there is room, as well for large parties. “We are one of the few places in Anderson that can take care of a group of 20 or 30 people,” K.D. says. “We are geared for vol-
the bar and restaurant for the customers to enjoy favorite programming and sporting events.
ume so they can still order off the menu and get separate checks
“Anderson has been very good to us and we love to be good
if you have a party of 50. You are not limited. You can also get
to Anderson,” says Hamid, a Clemson grad, who is well known
out in a decent time.” Carson’s private room can accommodate
for his involvement in community organizations including the
up 140 people and is equipped with microphones and screens
Rotary Club, Senior Solutions, YMCA, United Way, Anderson
for any type of group program.
University, Tri-County Technical College, the AnMed Health
The bar area is a cozy place to meet up with friends. “We
Foundation, the Salvation Army, the Economic Development
have appetizer and drink specials just for the bar itself,” says
Board for Anderson County, the Chamber of Commerce, and
K.D. “We have a fun bar. There is an area in the middle that we
Leadership South Carolina. “We have a wonderful community
call “The Lean”. People love it because they can get a group of 20
in Anderson, the people are lovely, we have good leadership—
around there and sit and talk.” There are also TVs throughout
we love to live in this city.”
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Game On
If you’re on the hunt for some great game recipes to get you through the season, these three are sure to drive your hunting party
wild!
Quail with Mushroom Sauce Recipe “This dish tastes wonderful over rice or toast points. Sometimes I’ll use cinnamon toast to add delicate flavor.” ~ Chris Sendelbach, Henry, Illinois Prep: 25 min. Cook: 20 min. Yield: 6 Servings Ingredients 2 tablespoons lemon juice 6 whole quail (5 to 6 ounces each) 1/8 teaspoon pepper 2 tablespoons canola oil 2 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
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1 teaspoon dried minced onion 2 cups chicken broth 1 jar (4-1/2 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained 1/4 cup water 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce Hot cooked rice Directions Drizzle lemon juice over quail; sprinkle with pepper. In a large skillet, brown quail in oil and butter, turning frequently; remove and set aside. Stir flour, parsley and onion into the drippings until blended. Gradually stir in the broth, mushrooms, water and hot pepper sauce. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; return quail to pan. Cover and simmer for 20-30 minutes or until meat is tender. Serve with rice. Yield: 6 servings.
home cooking
Venison Meatballs Recipe “I learned to cook game while my husband was a forestry student. We lived off the land as much as possible. I still enjoy these savory meatballs in a slightly sweet barbecue sauce. I make a big batch for our annual pool party and there are never any left.” ~Sheila Reed, Fredericton, New Brunswick Prep: 15 min. Bake: 35 min. Yield: 4 Servings Ingredients 1 medium onion, finely chopped 1/2 cup uncooked instant rice 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon pepper 1 pound ground venison 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup packed brown sugar 1/3 cup ketchup 1/3 cup condensed tomato soup, undiluted 1 tablespoon ground mustard 2 teaspoons paprika Directions In a large bowl, combine the first four ingredients. Crumble venison over mixture and mix well. Shape into 1-1/2-in. balls. Place in a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Combine the remaining ingredients; pour over meatballs. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 35-45 minutes or until meat is no longer pink. Yield: 4 servings.
Wild Duck Gumbo Recipe “Our family and friends just love this delightful, rich gumbo - it’s such a unique way to serve this wild bird. We like that the meat is tender but not greasy. With all the wonderful spices, this gumbo is a flavorful main dish.” ~Doris Heath, Bryson City, North Carolina Prep: 1 hour Cook: 65 min. Yield: 16 Servings Ingredients 2 wild ducks, cut up 1/2 cup canola oil 2/3 cup all-purpose flour 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced 2 cups chopped onion 1-1/2 cups chopped green pepper 1-1/2 cups sliced celery 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes 2 bay leaves 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1-1/2 teaspoons pepper 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper 2 quarts water Hot cooked rice Directions In a Dutch oven over medium heat, brown duck in batches in oil. Remove and set aside. Discard all but 2/3 cup drippings. Add flour to drippings; cook and stir over medium heat until brown, 12-14 minutes. Add sausage, onion, green pepper, celery, parsley and garlic. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the next eight ingredients. Add duck; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 60-75 minutes or until duck is tender. Remove duck. Cool. Debone and cut into chunks; return to pan. Simmer 5-10 minutes or until heated through. Remove bay leaves. Serve with rice. Yield: 16 servings (4 quarts).
Courtesy of Taste of Home magazine. For more recipes sure to please mom, visit TasteofHome.com.
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