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Oyster reef, living shoreline begun along Harbour Town No. 18 By Tim Wood CONTRIBUTOR

A symbol of islanders’ commitment to sustainability is now on display adjacent to one of the most famous holes in the golf world. The beginnings of a new oyster reef are visible along the 18th fairway at Harbour Town Golf Links, thanks to a joint effort between The Outside Foundation, The Sea Pines Resort and the South Carolina Department of Natural Resources. “We began this effort in 2017 thanks to an award from Patagonia’s environmental grants program. This is the 10th oyster reef we’ve constructed in the past five years, but this is the masterpiece so far, the one we’ve really been targeting,” said Dr. Jean Fruh, the executive director of The Outside Foundation. “To show the benefits of a living shoreline in such a visible location,

it’s going to educate so many folks as to the importance of these efforts.” More than 700 bags of oyster shells, each weighing 20 pounds, were transported to the shoreline in mid-June and then put in place at low tide – bags piled four deep and secured with rebar. Several community groups, including members of the Hilton Head Boy Scout Troop 222, helped with the building of bags and laying of the reef. Living shorelines use nature-based infrastructure, such as recycled oyster shell, to combat both shoreline erosion caused by boat traffic and storms, and the impact of rising sea levels and coastal flooding threats. The reef will serve as a habitat for larval oysters, a place where they can attach and grow. Those oysters will then help clean the waterways by filtering large amounts

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PHOTOS BY ROB TIPTON/SEA PINES RESORT

More than 700 bags of oyster shells are placed in the marsh alongside the 18th fairway at Harbour Town Golf Links in June. The recycled shells are being used to build a reef to give new oysters a place to grow.

S.C. 2022 sales tax holiday kicks off Aug. 5 Computers, clothes, school supplies, and a variety of other items can be purchased free of sales tax during South Carolina’s annual 72-hour Sales Tax Holiday. The 2022 Tax Free Weekend takes place Aug. 5-7. The South Carolina Department of Revenue (SCDOR) reminds shoppers that eligible items can be purchased online and

in-store without paying the state’s 6% Sales Tax and any applicable local taxes during the state’s Tax Free Weekend. “With the increased cost of living, this year’s Sales Tax Holiday is a welcome relief for families. Everyone saves money during a tax-free holiday, particularly on back-toschool essentials,” said SCDOR Director

Hartley Powell. Tax-free items include computers, printers, school supplies, clothing and accessories, shoes, and certain bed and bath items. These tax-free items can be new or used and are eligible regardless of price. Items that are NOT tax-free during the Sales Tax Holiday include digital cameras,

smartphones, jewelry, cosmetics, eyewear, wallets, watches and furniture. For a detailed list of tax-free items, shopping lists, and FAQs, visit dor.sc.gov/ taxfreeweekend. Last year, South Carolina shoppers bought more than $24.5 million in tax-free items during the Sales Tax Holiday.

Boy Scouts Troop 245 celebrates 50th anniversary 18A

Rockin’ out at Arts Center with “Rock of Ages” 28A

Groundbreaking preschool set to open in September 33A

100 Men Who Care form new giving circle 36A

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SUNNY SIDE UP

Even a busy vacation week can be relaxing and fun By Lynne Cope Hummell EDITOR

When was the last time you took a full week off from your regular routine and had some fun? When I was a kid, we always looked forward to a simple week at the beach, even when all five of us jammed into Uncle Gene and Aunt Eva’s tiny home in North Charleston, making the trek to Folly Beach a whopping 45 minutes long. In the past several years, my husband and I have enjoyed a few trips to the mountains, including a Christmas weekend there with our sons. I loved the change of scenery and weather. More recently, I have taken a couple of trips to Illinois with my sister (one in summer 2020 for her son’s wedding and another in spring 2021 for the postponed wedding reception). Both times, we were able to stay for just a few days. But this year, we had a new reason to drive the 11 hours

from her house to her son’s house. A baby was born! Little Henrik is Shirley’s first grandson and she was ever so eager to get there as soon as possible. We left on a Friday with no agenda except to get to Southern Illinois as quickly as we could safely get there. Obviously, it was love at first sight when we arrived and met Henrik. I could see on my sister’s face the overwhelming joy of holding this long-awaited child. She finally let me hold him for a few minutes too. Our primary objective for our trip was to spend as much time as possible with the baby and his parents. But we didn’t expect to stay so busy! As it turned out, we spent most of every day of the next week doing something different with the kids, other family members, groups of friends, and even the whole tribe at once – including cousins and teammates. They kept us busy, entertained and well-fed. From a graduation party (for a young man we’d never met) to a full-on family

breakfast, then pizza night at the grandparent’s place, to the thank-you spaghetti dinner we prepared for our host family, we ate like there was no tomorrow. We loved our visit to Rainbow Ranch, an animal rescue and shelter, where I saw my first peacock in full plume, my first Zonkey (yes, a blend of zebra and donkey!), a real live camel and several llamas. I even got to hold a baby goat! We shopped a little, including a visit to one of the smallest Kroger stores in America, located in Nashville (Illinois, not Tennessee), and one of the largest markets around, Eckert’s in Belleville – which sells all manner of goodies from their many peach orchards, among thousands of other items. We went to two volleyball games, and a T-ball game. We visited an aunt at work. We were treated to a golf cart tour of the entire town (population 300). In most cases, Henrik was with us, so we were always having fun.

We even learned a lot about farming wheat, corn and soybeans. My nephew married into a family – actually an entire community – that has been farming for generations. We had hoped to take a ride on the family combine during wheat harvest, but alas, it broke down on our last day. Our view for the week, at both my nephew’s house and his in-laws, where we stayed, was a vast panorama of acres and acres of fields of golden wheat and green corn stalks, with clear blue skies as a backdrop. It was as hot there as it was in the Lowcountry, but somehow we didn’t mind. It turned out that we stayed a full week! And as busy as we stayed, it was one of the best, low-key, fun times I can remember in the past couple of decades. All this to say: When you have a chance, go somewhere completely different from where you live. Visit the unique offerings in that community. Watch kids play a sport. Enjoy the vistas. Forget your troubles and just relax.

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EDITORIAL

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Practicing fire safety in our community By John McCann

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Lynne Hummell, editor@blufftonsun.com

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CONTRIBUTORS Jeff Bradley Amy Coyne Bredeson Sydney Caskey Collins Doughtie E. Ronald Finger Jean Harris Angie Henderson Tom Henz Amber Kuehn

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Hilton Head Island is a Fire Safe Community, a designation our town has received for three years in row from Fire Safe South Carolina. This means we are a community that strives to reduce fire-related deaths and injuries. The credit goes to our highly trained men and women of Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue and the services they provide to our resident population and visitors. They accomplish this with consistent training that decreases fire risks for residents and firefighters, disseminating fire prevention messages throughout the community, and visiting neighborhoods to educate and distribute fire alarms. Fire Rescue continuously shares information about their programs with the public and I want to reiterate some of them here. Home safety inspections. Did you know that our Fire Rescue staff will walk through your home with you to make sure it is safe? This is great for citizens who might not know if their home is fire safe. Families and individuals can do their

own safety checks using our Fire Safety Checklist, which can be downloaded from the public safety page on the town’s website, hiltonheadislandsc.gov. Already this year, we have had 18 fires where people live. Some of those have led to families being displaced. Some of the most common fires in our community involve cooking and grilling. Fire in the Streets. Six out of 10 residential fire deaths occur in homes without smoke alarms. Fire in the Streets is a fantastic program that connects Fire Rescue personnel to the community to visit homes and properly install alarms. Already this year, they have installed 69 alarms in households that lacked them and changed 49 alarm batteries. They educate homeowners so they know what to do in case the smoke alarm activates. Free smoke alarm program. Call the fire and life safety office at 843-682-5141 to see if you are eligible. The smoke alarm(s) and batteries are installed by Fire Rescue personnel at no cost to the resident. Also, if you can’t reach a smoke alarm to change the batteries, contact that office for help and guidance. Fire hydrant inspections. There are

2,521 fire hydrants located around the island. Annually between March and May, Fire Rescue personnel inspect all the hydrants to make sure they work properly and correct any problems they find. Geocaching for Fire Safety. Geocaching is a fun way to learn about fire safety. You can use this real-world, outdoor treasure hunt activity to learn fire and life safety tips while visiting our fire stations. Each of seven fire stations and our Fire Rescue headquarters participates in this game. For more information, visit geocaching.com. Fire Station 2. I would be remiss if I didn’t congratulate our Fire Rescue Department on the grand opening and dedication of the new Fire Station Two at 65 Lighthouse Road, near The Shops at Sea Pines Center. Although the facility opened in June 2021, the grand opening was delayed until June 3 of this year due to COVID-19. Originally built in 1972, Fire Station Two is the oldest operating fire house on the Island. John McCann is the mayor of the Town of Hilton Head Island. JohnM@hiltonheadislandsc.gov

Letters to the Editor To the Editor: The Town of Hilton Head Island proposed a Workforce Housing Project adjacent to the north-end Post Office will be a needed, if sorely long-overdue, addition to housing designed for workers on Hilton Head. However, allowing any access from these residences directly back onto U.S. 278 Business West will only exacerbate the already bad traffic conditions in that area. It is hoped that all exiting traffic would be directed to Gumtree Lane via a connection to the road behind the Post Office or perhaps through a connection to Wild Horse Road. James Botwick Hilton Head Island

To the Editor: Yes, capacities do matter! Exceeding them can be wasteful, if not hazardous. We see them applied to packaging, vehicles, elevators, and airplanes, just to name a few. But when it comes to population, the heads of some elected officials are buried in the sand. Seems like no political entity will apply the brakes. Moratoriums? Perish the thought! It might upset the developers who will take their business elsewhere. A recent front-page article in The Bluffton Sun (June 14) brought to light a serious infrastructure concern with water use and treatment. According to BJWSA’s director of public affairs: “It is absolutely disconcerting, and we worry that it may get worse as more and more people move to the area.” But BJWSA seemed more concerned with its equipment than with dwindling water sup-

plies. I almost fell off my chair after reading “… they (the customers) do not even need to use less water….” Are we not already in a severe drought? I have the highest regard for the mayors of Hardeeville and Bluffton. Both are well-versed in government affairs and do an excellent job of keeping their residents informed. But when it comes to this trend of massive population growth, are they talking with each other and officials in Georgia about competing demands on the Savannah River for fresh water? The primary focus should be on balancing growth with infrastructure and natural resources. I know: “We’re studying it.” Sometimes it takes a cold bucket of water to wake us up … if there’s enough water to go around! Gene Ceccarelli Bluffton


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SUN ON THE STREET

Imagine putting yourself on stage and becoming someone else With this feature, we seek to capture a glimpse of what you and your neighbors have to say about a variety of topics, issues, events – and just

Karen Cerrati, Hilton Head Island: “I’d just want to be Elizabeth Taylor in her prime, like in ‘Cleopatra’ or ‘Butterfield 8.’”

plain fun questions. You might see us anywhere around town, with notepad and camera, randomly seeking out folks who are

Don Hite, Hilton Head Island: “I’d want to play Tobias in ‘Sweeney Todd’: ‘Nothin’s going to harm you, not while I’m around.’”

willing to participate. If we find you, we hope you will want to respond. At a performance of the Arts Center of Coastal Carolina’s “Rock of

Andrew Davis, Hilton Head Island: “I’d like to be Maverick in ‘Top Gun,’ because he’s cool, he gets to fly jets, and he’s the best all around pilot.”

Ages,” we asked: “If you were – or are – an actor or performer, what role would you most like to play on stage or screen, and why?”

Avery Wallace, Hilton Head Island: “Odette and Odile in ‘Swan Lake.’ It’s a dual role, and it’s my dream role as a ballet dancer.”

Dan Wallace, Hilton Head Island: “I’d want to be Phil Conners in ‘Groundhog Day.’ I’d like to do everything over and over – it’s my take on immortality.”

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HILTON HEAD ISLAND SALES RESULTS FOR MAY 2022 AND YEAR TO DATE

Hilton Head Totals Detached Homes Only

686

603

-29.5%

663

+45.2%

2021

127

132

+ 3.9%

129

91

New Listings Closed Sales Percent of List Price Received*

Percent Change

Percent Change

2021

$775,000 $1,125,000

Year to Date 2022

2022

Key Metrics

Median Sales Price*

May

Hilton Head Totals Condos / Villas Only

May

Key Metrics

2021

2022

Percent Change

2021

- 12.1%

New Listings

142

161

+ 13.4%

433

- 34.7%

Closed Sales

134

101

$761,000

$890,000

+17.0%

Median Sales Price*

$377,000

+2.7%

Percent of List Price Received*

- 23.0% --

99.2%

102.4%

+3.2%

98.1%

Days on Market Until Sale

88

66

- 25.2%

104

100.7% 80

Inventory of Homes for Sale

152

177

+16.4%

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* Does not account for sale concessions and/or downpayment assistance. | Percent changes are calculated using rounded figures and can sometimes look extreme due to small sample size.

Year to Date 2022

Percent Change

753

651

- 13.5%

- 24.6%

689

567

- 17.7%

$502,000

+ 33.2%

$319,000

$437,450

+ 36.7%

100.7%

102.2%

+1.5%

98.9%

100.9%

+ 2.0%

Days on Market Until Sale

67

54

- 20.4%

81

67

- 17.6%

Inventory of Homes for Sale

137

149

+ 8.8%

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* Does not account for sale concessions and/or downpayment assistance. | Percent changes are calculated using rounded figures and can sometimes look extreme due to small sample size.


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40 FOLLY FIELD ROAD #A125 MLS 427289 $449,000

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UNIT #A232 1BR - 1BA $369,000 UNIT #A318 1BR - 1BA $369,000

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45 QUEENS FOLLY ROAD #526 2BR - 2BA $619,000

UNIT #F9 2BR - 2BA $375,900 UNIT #F16 2BR - 2BA $385,000 UNIT #G15 2BR - 2BA $383,000

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OUR CLOSED LISTING/SALES LAST 60 DAYS

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110 FOREST COVE #110E 2BR –2BA

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EDITORIAL

Tax rebate of $1 billion approved for state’s residents By Jeff Bradley CONTRIBUTOR

South Carolina taxpayers will receive a $1 billion rebate that is part of the state budget approved by the General Assembly on June 15. The rebate could provide some individual taxpayers up to $800 – and of this writing it is now in the hands of Gov. Henry McMaster for approval. Jeff Bradley The rebate is part of our $13.8 billion spending plan and comes on top of a tax cut that reduces the state’s top income tax rate and collapses several tax brackets to create a new two-rate system. It is one of those rare win-win situations for taxpayers. First-year savings from the tax cut will depend on an

individual’s taxable income. The new spending plan – the largest our state has ever seen – has been called “transformational” by some of my colleagues. Our booming South Carolina economy, especially along the coast and in the Greenville area, along with federal pandemic money that was pumped into the state in 2021/22 can be credited with providing us a $2 billion surplus. It is noteworthy that South Carolina recovered economically a lot more quickly from the pandemic than a lot of other states across the nation. Our new budget enables us to not only help our taxpayers, but also makes huge investments in state services that in past years South Carolina simply could not afford. We were also prudent enough to put more than $1 billion into “rainy day” reserves which will prevent us from needing to make cutbacks in the event our economy softens – which we

hope doesn’t happen, but if so, we are prepared. Other budget highlights include: A $4,000 increase in minimum teacher salaries to bring the state’s starting teacher pay to $40,000, a 3% raise and $1,500 bonus for state employees, and an increase in starring salaries and pay for law enforcement and correctional officers. There is also no inflation for tuition at SC’s public universities and colleges. For the fourth straight year, tuition for in-state undergraduate students is frozen at both four-year and two-year campuses. It is worth pointing out that while local school districts are being provided with additional funding, it is up to the school districts individually to make the determination on how they will be making their local investments. $140 million was provided for capital improvements in disadvantaged school districts. The 124th Legislative Session is now

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complete. As this current legislative session drew to a close, I noted two bills that were passed into law during the final weeks that might interest you: No Slow Pokes in Left Lanes – House Bill 3011 (also known as “Slower Traffic Move Right Bill”) states that the left lane on controlled access highways (those multi-lane highways that are free from any at-grade crossings with other roads) can be used only for passing other cars. The fine is $25. Freedom of Religion Act – House Bill 3105 is now a new law in SC that designates churches as essential services and prohibits the government from shutting them down in another pandemic or other emergency. Jeff Bradley is the representative for District 123 in the State House of Representatives.


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Immigration is not a four-letter word; It’s a big win for U.S. By Crosscurrents Group CONTRIBUTOR

This article was written by Crosscurrents, a small group of liberals and conservatives who convene regularly for discussion of current policy issues. Our aim is finding common ground and reaching agreement on recommendations we can share publicly. Crosscurrents chose immigration as the next timely topic for a variety of reasons, including: • There are historically high numbers of immigrants seeking asylum at our Southern border, and this number is expected to increase further once public health restrictions are lifted. • The number of refugees from Afghanistan, Ukraine and other countries has risen sharply with accompanying increased demand for support services. • Baby Boomers are reaching past 65 years of age, U.S. deaths are exceeding

births, and we are facing the labor shortages characteristic of an aging population. In developing our statement, we emphasized the use of data and concepts from objective sources rather than opinion or advocacy-driven material. The evidence on the impact of immigration has been examined in detail by the National Academies of Science Engineering and Medicine in two reports over the past decade. They concluded that immigration has an overall positive impact on long-run economic growth in the U.S., and it contributes to a vibrant and ever-changing culture. Immigrants who have become Americans serve in its military, foster technological innovations, invigorate the economy, harvest its crops, help build its infrastructure, provide hard-to-find services and skills, and enrich American culture in many ways, from the nation’s cuisine to its universities, music and art.

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Our group was quick to point out with pride that the U.S. is a nation of immigrants, and we noted the central role of immigration in our own family histories. Our members have a strong desire for the United States to continue playing its historic role as a welcoming destination for people facing persecution or seeking a better life. But in seeking to be generous and welcoming to immigrants, we must also recognize that under current law, there is no limit to the number of asylum seekers that we obligate ourselves to receive and support. We believe there are practical limits to the resources – economic, social, environmental, and political – and capacity for assimilation that we can muster for this purpose year over year. There is widespread agreement that the current U.S. immigration system is seriously broken. Negative impressions about immigration circulate widely on mainstream and social media despite evi-

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for all persons who meet the requirements to immigrate, are refugees, or have rights to obtain asylum within set limits. • A clear set of criteria for gaining legal entry to the United States based on national goals such as those tied to economic needs and based on our values such as being responsive to humanitarian crises. • An established annual immigration quota, and a range above/below this quota to deal with urgent circumstances. This quota and range should be established by Congress. • Limited and well-defined quotas for family immigration to include only immediate family members, to reduce the disproportionate allocation that now grants two-thirds of all visas/green cards to this one category of applicants. • A formal program to recruit and facilitate immigration for persons with skills and abilities in demand in the U.S. labor market. • Coordinated actions at local, state and federal levels to implement policies and enforce immigration laws. • Provision of fair and compassionate treatment for immigrants without proper documents who are already living, working and contributing to U.S. society such as those serving in the military. This group includes eligible immigrants who came to the U.S. as children. This protection should be provided in a fashion that does not encourage future attempts to enter the country illegally. • Enforcement of time limits on visas to reduce the abuse caused by persons overstaying their visas without approved extensions. • Strong support programs to meet the needs of legal immigrants who are attempting to assimilate American values and integrate fully into American life, and for existing citizens to help mitigate any negative consequences immigration may cause them. • Increased private/public partnerships between the U.S. government and U.S. companies to improve economic and social conditions in countries where most asylum seekers originate. Some of these partnerships have already been started in certain Central American countries. We recommend targeting countries where there are good prospects for measurable,

positive results. • Honor and improve existing international cooperative agreements with other countries to share responsibilities for meeting refugee needs. We recognize that immigration policies intersect with other government policies and the activities of many government departments and agencies (for example, foreign policy and education). Accordingly, Congress, the Department of Homeland Security, and other government agencies need to effectively coordinate immigration reform initiatives. Five months of conversation, combined with research and data gathering from several sources, reinforced for our Crosscurrents group the inherent complexity of this issue. Legislators have proposed promising and comprehensive reforms in the past, most recently in 2013, which could guide future reforms, but these did not become law. Over many years, members of Congress have been unable to work in a constructive bipartisan fashion to create the laws and policies which could put these desirable components in place. Our elected representatives and national leaders of both political parties need to change their overly partisan thinking and re-commit to working together to pass the necessary immigration reform. Our Crosscurrents group’s success in finding common ground, learning from each other, and reaching agreement on potential approaches demonstrates that dialogue is possible and can be productive. Our leaders should emulate our process even if they don’t adopt our specific recommendations. Done well, immigration will cease to be seen negatively as a four-letter word and will become a “big win” with a renewed sense of pride for Americans. Our sources for this article include U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. Census Bureau, Congressional Budget Office, the Department of Homeland Security, among others. If you can have an open mind, are willing to learn regardless of your political views or party, and would like to join Crosscurrents or learn more about our group, contact Roger Bernier at rogbernier@gmail.com.


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REEF from page 1A of water, so the new reef contributes to the health of our ecosystem while preserving one of the island’s most iconic views. “The rocks and sea wall at Harbour Town is gray infrastructure and the more we can replace that, the better shepherds we’re being to our environment,” Fruh said. “Creating this living shoreline, it will provide a natural barrier that is far more effective than the rocks and sea walls that can be washed away and are so expensive to replace. These reefs, they will thrive for generations.” This effort began with a $15,000 grant from Patagonia and what seemed like a crazy idea from Fruh and The Outside Foundation. “We were told at first this was not possible by the DNR. They thought it would take too much of resources and oversight, and we just said give us the approvals and we will galvanize our volunteer army to make it happen,” Fruh said. The efforts are a reversal of a devasting natural trend. Over the past 130 years globally, we have lost more than 85% of oyster reefs due to pollution, overharvest-

them to a quarantined area at Honey Horn Plantation, donated by the Coastal Discovery Museum. Foundation volunteers then scrape the shells clean. Since the start of the program, more than 100 tons of shells have been diverted from local landfills with the help of more than 1,000 volunteers in the program. An additional 10 tons of shells have been collected from the last three Hilton Head Island Oyster Festivals – enough to cover four football fields. “We have to thank the restaurants because there’s a cost here, in terms of training staff to save and store the shells – and then the stink and the flies that gather between recycling pickups,” Fruh said. “But the good they are doing for their surVolunteers formed a human chain to unload bags of recycled oyster shells from a truck in the parking lot and pass them along to load onto a boat for transport to the marsh and the new reef rounding environment, we are truly paying it forward and building a future legacy of location. care here.” the shells create a stench and attract hordes ing and overdevelopment. Oysters are the The numbers are staggering. The shells of flies when left sitting in piles. state’s fourth highest seafood revenue proattract larval oysters, giving them a place The foundation has worked with 15 of ducer, yet the reefs are the most threatened to grow. A 100-bag recycled shell reef prothe 20 restaurants that regularly serve oysmarine habitat on Earth. vides an attachment site for 10,000 larval ters. A local recycling company, I2 Recycle, Less than 15% of the state’s oyster shells are recycled. It is a tall task for restaurants: picks up the shell buckets and transports Please see REEF on page 16A

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From the boat, bags of oyster shells are dropped into the water alongside the marsh for placement as soon as the tide goes out.

oysters in one year. As the oysters grow, one three-inch oyster alone can filter more than 50 gallons of water per day. This new reef currently stands at 700 bags of shells. These reefs also provide a critical habitat for more than 120 species of marine life, including larval fish, shrimp and crab. The reefs stabilize bottom sediments for crabs and aquatic plants and facilitates the regrowth of Spartina marsh grass. The reef is placed at a predetermined distance from the edge of the marsh. As the high tide comes in, sediment is carried with it. As the tidal water recedes, this sediment is trapped behind the new reef. Over time, the sediment accumulates to attract new marine life and allow the roots of the Spartina grass to move and grow. The foundation plans to place signage along the reef at Harbour Town to educate golfers and continue to spread the word about the importance of the reefs. “To have this happen at Sea Pines is very fitting, as they have been one of the quiet leaders of sustainability and clean industry on this island for years. They run an entire PGA golf tournament without needing a dumpster – that’s how focused they are on sustainability,” Fruh said. The work at Sea Pines is only part done. Volunteers are working to fill additional oyster bags ahead of the second phase of building the reef on July 27. Another 1,000 bags will be added to the reef on the same day as the foundation’s sixth annual Keep the Broad Creek Clean Festival, an event at

Shelter Cove Community Park from 4 to 7 p.m. with family-friendly events, crafts, food vendors and 20 environmental-focused non-profits sharing information on how to get involved as a volunteer. “It will be a long day, but that’s the day that fit into the DNR’s calendar, so we’re excited to finish what we started here,” Fruh said. “It will be a long day of hauling shell bags and placing them to expand the reef. We welcome more volunteers. We know we’re going to need all the help we can get, and to actually be hands-on in creating such a natural marvel. It’s a memory of a lifetime, that’s for sure. This never gets old for me, knowing the impact these reefs are already making across the Lowcountry.” There are seven reefs along Hilton Head Island waterways and three along the May River, including two at Palmetto Bluff. Patagonia has ended the grants, so to continue the efforts, the foundation will need to attract more grant money and donations. “The town, the restaurants, they have all been fantastic partners in the efforts to date. I truly hope we can keep this program going,” Fruh said. “This is a poster child for sustainability. We put the work in for the oysters through these reefs and the oysters do so much work for us in keeping the waterways clean and safe.” For more information, to donate to the Outside Foundation or to sign up to volunteer, go to outsidefoundation.org. Tim Wood is a veteran journalist based in Bluffton. Contact him at timwood@blufftonsun.com.


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History, honors, heroism mark scout troop’s 50th anniversary By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR

If there is one characteristic that marks scouts around the world, it is the call to be prepared. That trait was on full display June 14 at the 50th anniversary of the founding of Boy Scout Troop 245 on Hilton Head Island, as the troop’s origins and adventures were recounted. Since 1972, Troop 245 has introduced scouting to hundreds of boys who have provided hours of community service to Hilton Head, many of them to the benefit of Honey Horn. Its activities are headquartered on the grounds of Honey Horn at the Coastal Discovery Museum. Members come from both Hilton Head and Bluffton. Troop Committee Chairman Mike Flood listed some of the accomplishments. “We have well over 100 Eagle Scouts. It takes anywhere from 50 to more than 150 service hours to complete an Eagle Scout project, so that’s at least 10,000

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service hours. That’s more than 416 days of service to the town of Hilton Head,” he said. Flood said that the troop averaged 30 boys per year, each of whom performed a minimum of 18 hours, which is an

additional 27,000 hours of community service in addition to the Eagle Scout hours. “Scouting truly does impact the community and the boys themselves,” Flood added.

The troop’s humble origins began in 1972 when Scoutmaster Jim Flood, who led Troop 233 at St. Luke’s Church at the south end of the island, persuaded Jim Scheider to start a troop. “It was an interesting time in 1972,” said Scheider, whose family had moved into the cottage at Honey Horn 10 years earlier. He agreed to take on Troop 245 and arranged for the troop to meet every Tuesday night at Honey Horn. “I had some interesting experiences on Hilton Head Island already that – thank goodness – served me well. I also wanted to create a scout troop different than the one I had been in and different than the one at 233. No offense to them, but those were primarily kids of privilege,” Scheider said. Referring to photos that appeared on a screen behind him, Scheider added, “You will see from some of the scouting pictures of my group – they were not kids of privilege. They were essentially

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about the late Scott Liggett, former scoutmaster and chief engineer/director of public projects and facilities for the Town of Hilton Head Island until his sudden death in February 2021. Liggett, who garnered numerous kudos from scout leaders who knew him, became scoutmaster in 2011, but never stopped sharing his knowledge. “Scott was the epitome of ‘Be Prepared.’ If there was anyone that I knew that was going to show up at a meeting or a campout prepared, it was Scott Liggett. We all learned as leaders something new every time Scott took us on campouts,” Dextraze said. “You’re going to think this really stupid, but one of the things that I always remember about Scott was when we were camping at Congaree National Park. Scott said, ‘Come on, I’m going show you how to find wolf spiders.’ Those of you that have seen wolf spiders, they’re really small. They hide in the pine straw and leaves. How are you going to find them at night?” Liggett told scouts to take their flash-

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SCOUTS from page 20A lights, hold it next to their eyes and look at the base of a tree. “Now see all that twinkling down there? Now walk down to where it twinkles, and poke that a little bit and you’ll see the wolf spider,” Liggett told the scouts. “It was the most incredible experience,” said Dextraze, “that you can find from 20 feet away something that small. Scott always had something special to contribute. He was a very brave man and a very humble man. And I know that all of us that spent time with Scott and were able to share scouting and friendships, we are richer for it.” Scoutmaster John Wynn shared several stories but finished with a cautionary tale about an incident during a campout. “You’ve got trips, you’re traveling, you’ve got to worry about people getting left at rest stops, and all that kind of stuff. In the back of your mind, it’s always this safety thing,” Wynn said. “So you’ve always got to check that child protection, keeping them safe from hazards, keeping them safe from each other

sometimes.” Wynn described arriving at a campsite late on a Friday evening. As each patrol pulled out their chuck boxes and began preparing their meals, he checked on a young patrol. “As they were wont to do sometimes, they’re going to go ‘gourmet.’ They had their chicken cutlets and their vegetables, and I said, ‘You guys know what you’re doing here?’ And they said, ‘Oh, yeah. We know. We do this all the time’.” The scoutmaster made a mental note to return and check on them and went off to referee the rest of the camp set up with the older boys. “By the time all of it was done, it was dark, and we just kind of sat down. I figured OK, fine, we’re good here. No problems. Everybody’s here. No one’s hurt, no critters and bears,” Wynn said. “And then in the dark behind me after about five minutes I hear this voice, and someone says, ‘This chicken doesn’t taste right.’ No harm was done, but my uh-oh moment that trip wasn’t bears or broken legs. It was undercooked chicken.”

Current scoutmaster Mike Bennett took charge of the troop just before the pandemic. “I come in the end of 2019 and into 2020, and three months into it COVID hits. We’re on lockdown the whole troop, the whole island, the whole nation is on lockdown,” Bennett said. “And I’ll tell you, it was an amazing experience. I’m ready to go. I’m ready to prove my stuff. And we come up against across a very interesting challenge.” Bennett said his troop spent more than 4,000 hours on Zoom. “The troop, the young men that were involved, came to the plate like you wouldn’t believe. The leaders came in full force and continued the scouting tradition in one of its worst, dire times,” Bennett said. “We continued our meetings, our elections, our tap outs, our community service, we did that. All of our rank advancements, our boards of review – everything we continued, and it was a complete effort on everybody’s part to make that happen. It really was a testament to the strength and the

foundation that you guys built, and the character in scouting came out during this time.” Carlton and Tobin Wilson are two of the Bluffton members of Troop 245. “My son, Tobin, is a scout with the troop. It’s been fantastic. We’ve been in the troop for almost four years, and he’s close to getting his Eagle,” said Wilson. “For him specifically, I think what he gets most out of it is the leadership aspect. There’s really no other organization where the kids get to do the leading. They learn from their mistakes and learn how to work with their peers. Troop 245 is very active for the adults. We’ve both made friends and gotten more involved in the community, and that’s a great aspect of scouting.” Wilson is as involved with the troop as his son. “I’ve been one of the assistant scoutmasters, ultimately helping with the other kids’ advancement through scouts, helping with the camping trips, and

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SCOUTS from page 22A passing on things that I learned through scouting as a kid and the military. I intend to continue to help even when my son gets his Eagle,” he said. “The Eagle award is recognized even beyond college. I don’t know of any other award at the teenage level that carries as much weight as Eagle does.” Awards were certainly part of the celebration, and scout leaders and troop volunteers were recognized for their years of service and their support of troop activities. Recognition of scout accomplishments would take place following a pizza dinner with their families and friends, but before the break, Flood had two very special presentations to make. Bennett was presented with the Unit Leader Award of Merit, presented to unit leaders to encourage units to be strong and viable by attaining certain benchmark characteristics. The citation noted that Bennett was dedicated to the values and methods of scouting, a conscientious organizer who is himself is always prepared, and ensured that those around – adults and scouts –were also always

prepared. The citation also noted that “in addition to his dedication passion and leadership skills, he is also a very amiable and friendly person.” The award comes with a special scoutmaster patch that has a red star in the center, and a gold square knot patch to be worn on the front of the shirt. A certificate of heroism from Coastal Carolina Council was presented to Assistant Scoutmaster and Outdoor Committee Chair John White specifically for an act of heroism during the weekend of Feb. 15-17, 2019. The troop scheduled a camping trip during which the main activity would be mountain biking on the Skinny Mountain Bikes Trail in the Forks Area Trail System near Clarksville, S.C. Prior to the trip, White had completed the BSA Wilderness First Aid Course, and then taken the troop’s first aid kit apart and put it back together completely stocked with appropriate equipment. The group was about halfway through a seven and a half mile ride on the trail and Jack Gaitlin, an 11 year-old Tenderfoot scout at the time, suffered a broken

femur from what can only be described as a freak accident. “A tree literally fell on Jack as he was biking. It was a windy trail. So no one was right next to him at the time,” Flood said. “We heard a loud scream, went back and found Jack trapped, pinned underneath this tree alone with his bicycle. John and I and several other leaders arrived and it was clear that Jack’s leg was broken. It was at an angle that is not what I’m used to seeing, let’s just put it that way. And he was very brave at the time.” White assessed the situation as safe to begin first aid treatment, and then provided guidance to other adult leaders. Flood said that if White had not taken the first aid course and then restocked the materials in the troop’s kit, they would not have had exactly what they needed for the broken leg, which was a specific type of splint. According to the citation, White calmly led the other scouts in noting their exact location, climbing upward until they had cell reception, and reaching

emergency services. After Gaitlin was evacuated and on a helicopter, the rest of the troop remained with White for the remainder of about seven more miles through the woods. “He did so with the calm competence that the group needed after such a traumatic event. It is not an exaggeration to say Jack Gaitlin is alive today in a large part due to John White’s superior leadership, outstanding calm under pressure, commitment to excellence in the ways of scouting especially that of being prepared,” said Flood. As the crowd broke up for the pizza break, scoutmasters and scouts mingled, recalling their experiences. It was a satisfying moment for Scheider. “I have done a lot of things over my life but this was probably one of the most rewarding,” said Scheider, “because it’s just the continuity for others to pick up and run with it, and build on the foundation we started 50 years ago.” Gwyneth J. Saunders is a veteran journalist and freelance writer living in Bluffton.

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Page 26A Through Aug. 14 “Rock of Ages,” blockbuster ’80s rock musical, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Includes iconic music of Styx, Twisted Sister and Journey. $56 adult, $51 children. Recommended for age 13 and up. Group rates available by calling box office, 843-842-2787. artshhi.com July 6-Aug. 13 “How We Git Gullah,” exhibition of art by Saundra Renee Smith at Art League of Hilton Head, 14 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island. Opening reception 5-7 p.m. July 6, free and open to public. artleaguehhi.org or 843-6815060 July 7 Celebration of life for SOBA co-founders Lynda Potter and Peggy Duncan, 7 p.m. at SOBA Art School, 8 Church St. in Old Town Bluffton. The two friends passed within a month of one another this spring. Sobagallery.com or 843-757-6586 July 15 Kylie Odetta, innovative pop singer-songwriter from Greenville, SC, 8 p.m. at Roasting Room Lounge, 1297 May River Road, Bluffton. Tickets starting at

The Hilton Head Sun $20. roastingroom.live for tickets. Instagram.com/ kylieodetta July 16 Book signing for “The Rising” by local author Kerry Peresta, second book in the Olivia Callahan Suspense series. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Barnes & Nobel, Hilton Head Island. July 21 Sister Hazel, high-energy, platinum recording artists from Gainesville, Florida, 9 p.m. at Poseidon’s Rooftop Bar, Shelter Cove Towne Centre on Hilton Head Island. Tickets $18, ages 21 and up. therooftophhi.com July 25-Aug. 18 “The Beauty of Nature,” exhibit of photographers by Sun City nature photographers Kathy Leonard and Gracene Peluso, at Hilton Head Library, 1 Beach City Road. Open during library hours, Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Friday-Saturday 9 a.m-5 p.m. Through July 29 Summer Art Camps, Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, ages 6-18 in age appropriate groups, varied times. Learn and have fun with art history, dance, theatre, mixed media, folk art and play writing. Cost varies. More info by calling Alana Adams at 843-686-3945, ext. 205 or email aadams@artshhi.com.

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Saundra Renee Smith, a local Gullah artist, captures the essence of being an authentic Gullah/Geechee native of the Lowcountry in “How We Git Gullah,” an exhibit on display at Art League of Hilton Head July 6 through Aug. 13. Smith’s work is nostalgic, showing simplistic and innocent scenes of a symbiotic existence with the earth, guided by the wisdom of the ancients. Inspired by the beauty of her native St. Helena, Smith’s paintings feature lush green fields, moss-covered oaks, and rivers “carrying food, health, and Gullah folk tales on every tide.” She uses colorful acrylic paints and mixed media on all manner of materials, including canvas, board, glass, vinyl and tin. “Gullah” means “kinfolk.” The exhibit is a tribute to the notion of a cultural family with a homeland ranging down the East Coast from North Carolina to Florida in a swath known as the Gullah/Geechee Cultural Corridor. The exhibit will have short stories of Gullah life interspersed among the artworks. “My aim is to foster communication, connections,

and a sense of cultural humility,” Smith said. “How We Git Gullah” will be on exhibit through Aug. 13 at Art League Gallery, 14 Shelter Cove Lane on Hilton Head Island. An opening reception, free and open to the public, will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. July 6 at the gallery Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, and 90 minutes before every Arts Center performance. For more information, visit artleaguehhi.org or call 843-6815060. Art League of Hilton Head is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit visual arts organization on Hilton Head Island with a synergistic art gallery and teaching Academy. Art League Academy welcomes artists and students in all media at all skill levels, including true beginners. Taught by professional art educators, students can choose from many art classes and workshops that change monthly.

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Rock out the summer with ‘Rock of Ages’ at Arts Center It is 1987, and the fabled West Hollywood club – the Bourbon Room – is the sordid, vibrant heart of the Sunset Strip. The music venue has seen better days, but as run by chilled-out former rock impresario Dennis Dupree (Justin Michael Duval), it is the essence of rock and roll. When bright-eyed young hopeful Sherrie Christian (Dariana Mullen), a small-town girl who wants to make it as an actress, arrives in town, she bumps into Drew (John Alejandro Jeffords), a Bourbon Room busboy with dreams of rock and roll stardom. Love-struck Drew convinces Dennis to hire Sherrie, and the stage seems set for their romance. Yet when the Mayor of West Hollywood, persuaded by a couple of scheming German real estate developers (Michael Scott Harris and Joel Stephens), announces his intention to demolish the Bourbon Room and the entire gritty Sunset Strip, the stakes are raised. Dennis convinces rock god Stacee Jaxx (Shawn W. Smith) to play the band’s last show at the Bourbon

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The cast of “Rock of Ages” at Arts Center of Coastal Carolina.

Room, hopeful that the money raised will stop the building from being demolished. But Stacee, a man of massive charisma and ego, shakes things up even more. With the beloved home of rock and roll being threatened with destruction, the rockers will do everything they can to save it, keeping the spirit of music alive. The musical’s electric score boasts a bevy of ’80s rock anthems and power bal-

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lads including Bon Jovi’s “Wanted Dead or Alive,” Twisted Sister’s “We’re Not Gonna Take It,” Whitesnake’s “Here I Go Again,” Poison’s “Every Rose Has Its Thorn” and Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing,” among many others. “Rock of Ages” opened on Broadway in April 2009 and played more than 2,300 performances, earning five Tony nominations including Best Musical. The

show also enjoyed successful national and international tours and, in 2012, was turned into a major motion picture. In 2019, the Broadway musical celebrated its 10th anniversary and reprised the show in the Big Apple for a few months that same year. The Arts Center’s production is directed and choreographed by Sara Brians of New York City, and musically directed by Lowcountry native Dan Gibson. “Audiences are really getting into the spirit of the show,” said Andrea Gannon, Arts Center’s VP of Marketing. “There are a lot of ’80s rock fans out there, and some are even coming to the show in full ’80s garb – complete with big hair and black leather! We are getting great feedback on how fun the show is and welcome the enthusiasm. It’s definitely meant to feel like a party!” This summer production will be onstage through Aug. 14. Tickets may be purchased by calling 843-842-2787 or online at tickets.artshhi.com.


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‘Search For Treasure’ collaboration a fun adventure By Glenda Harris “The Search for Treasure,” a delightful adventure story, is the latest by Lowcountry favorite author Mary Alice Monroe with Angela May, the second in their “island” series. Their first book, “The Islanders,” was a big hit and fans can’t wait to read what’s up next for the summer friends on Dewee’s Island. A small barrier island in South Carolina, Dewee’s is a nature preserve and accessible only by boat. With no internet or stores, adventures are found in the water, along the shore and in the woods. In “The Islanders,” we met Jake, Macon and Lovie, each spending the summer on the island. After they first met, it didn’t take long for them to become besties. Riding in golf carts and cruising in Lovie’s boat, they explored the island looking for adventure and fun. In “The Search for Treasure,” this is a special summer, as Jake’s father, who was seriously injured in Afghanistan,

will be spending the summer there with Jake. It has been a tough road as his father works to accept his prosthetic leg and the changes to his life.

Having grown up spending summers on the island, Dad knows his way around and has many happy memories. Hopefully, being back there will help him adjust. When the kids learn that Jake’s father and Fire Chief Rand, lifelong friends, built a tree fort on the island many years ago and had hidden a treasure there, well … these three young detectives make it their mission to solve the mystery. With themes of friendship, life changes, family relationships and mystery, “The Search for Treasure” is a fun and meaningful story, perfect for reading with children and young teens. “The Search for Treasure” and “The Islanders” can be found on Amazon and other bookseller sites. Check with your local independent bookstore for the title and if they don’t have it, ask them to order some copies.

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Preparing for competition takes more than just practice By Sandro Virag Have you ever wondered what it takes to prepare for a ballroom dance competition? Is there really that much to do? Check out this laundry list of items! Besides lots of practice, there is a lot to do, even before you leave home. • Make sure your lodging and travel arrangements are in order, especially if you are flying. If you’re driving, make sure your car has a full tank and is road-ready. • Be sure you have everything you need – costume, makeup, shoes, jewelry, etc. This includes checking your costume to see if it needs cleaning or repairing and that you have all your accessories for each particular outfit. This should be done a couple of weeks prior to the competition. • Make appointments to get your spray tan, manicure and pedicure a couple of days prior to the competition. You might want a hair appointment as well, for a cut and/or color. • On the morning of the competition, while at breakfast, go over your schedule

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they will stand, and where to enter and exit the floor. Make sure all your props, if you are using any, are ready. • Keep checking your schedule throughout the day ~ stay on top of it. You don’t want to miss an entry! • When dancing near the judges, it’s important to make eye contact – it shows confidence. If you make a mistake, don’t let it show on your face – that way, people will never know. • After the competition, dancers have a chance to take the time to see all the vendors displaying their jewelry, hair pieces, dance shoes and costumes. The most fun, though, is the awards ceremony at the end of the competition. • Whenever you are accepting an award, no matter the results, always thank the judges. That goes for your competitors too – always show kindness. Now, who’s ready to compete? Sandro Virag is a partner and instructor at Hilton Head Ballroom Dance Studio of Hilton Head, located in Bluffton at Seaquins Ballroom. hiltonheadballroom.com


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A new preschool, soon to open in Hardeeville, is gearing up to change the way little people are taught. The founding educators say they have reinvented the whole concept of preschool, which they believe has stayed the same for the past 100 years. The Jubilee Cooperative Preschool is set to open its doors Sept. 6 to children ages 3 to 5. The new school will combine different teaching methods with a custom curriculum, parent involvement, and a staff of master teachers to prepare toddlers for kindergarten. “We’re here to serve an area that has plenty of opportunity in Jasper County and the furthermost western Beaufort County,” director Amy Dungan said. “And we’re hoping to provide a solid foundation for little people to get ready for school.” Dungan expects students to come from as far away as Hilton Head Island, where she has taught for many years. Designed by longtime educators who saw a need among disadvantaged children in the area, Jubilee offers a unique approach to preschool. Dungan said Jubilee will be different in a variety of ways.

First, the preschool requires that a family member of each student volunteers one three-hour shift in the classroom every two weeks. Dungan said this gives parents a chance to see how their children are developing and what they are learning at school. It also gives parents an opportunity to learn from highly qualified teachers. “Hopefully the parents will have lots of take-homes that they can use as well,” Dungan said. Secondly, each classroom is limited to 10 children. In each room, there will be one teacher and one parent, as well as skilled aides, educational specialists and the director, who will come in and out as needed. Thirdly, the school day will be different from other schools. Instead of staying in one classroom all day with an outdoor break here and there, students at Jubilee will rotate between two classrooms a day, with lunchtime, naptime, and plenty of outdoor playtime interspersed in between. The children will stay with the same teacher and group of classmates but will experience various forms of stimulation in the different rooms. The school will have five different con

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Hospital gift shops are seeking additional volunteers By Amy Coyne Bredeson CONTRIBUTOR

Hospital gift shops offer patients, visitors and staff convenient access to snacks, unique gifts, balloons and flower arrangements. They are often a place of respite for loved ones visiting patients and for hardworking staff members who just need a moment to breathe. Run by the nonprofit Hospital Auxiliary and its volunteers, the gift shops at Hilton Head Hospital and Coastal Carolina Hospital also contribute thousands of dollars every year to help patients in need through the Auxiliary Caring Touch Program. After being closed for more than a year due to the pandemic, the two gift shops reopened in Spring 2021. Unfortunately, the shops don’t have as many volunteers as they once had. Some moved away. Others began volunteering elsewhere while the gift shops were closed. Dotty Gottdenker oversees both gift shops and has worked tirelessly to keep them running since reopening. She has had to scale

back the shops’ hours because she doesn’t have enough volunteers. Now she is desperately looking for more people to volunteer their time assisting customers, running the cash registers and maintaining the two shops. “When we did open up the gift shop again, it was the first department to open up after COVID, to the delight of the hospital, the patients, the visitors and the staff,” Gottdenker said. “The nurses who were still treating COVID patients would like to get out of that area, and they would come in COURTESY THE HOSPITAL AUXILIARY and browse around. It just gets them into a Dotty Gottdenker, left, and Leslie Poole pose new environment.” for a photo June 16 at the Hilton Head Hospital Gottdenker is passionate about the AuxAuxiliary gift shop. iliary Caring Touch (ACT) program, which contributed more than $677,000 to patients she started in 1994, when the hospital of Hilton Head Hospital, Coastal Carolina became a for-profit organization. The program assists patients with the cost Hospital, and the Hilton Head Island and Bluffton Volunteers in Medicine clinics, acof prescription medicines, medical equipcording to the Hospital Auxiliary’s website. ment and infant car seats. It also provides Leslie Poole has volunteered at Hilton emergency transportation for patients who Head Hospital for the past seven years. She need help getting to and from medical spends two days a week working at the appointments. Since its inception, the ACT program has front desk and two days a week in the gift

shop. Poole enjoys working in the gift shop so she can be there for anyone needing a word of kindness or a friendly ear. “You can be that person somebody needs to talk to,” Poole said. Gift shops hours at Hilton Head Hospital are Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Hours at Coastal Carolina are weekdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information on the gift shops at Hilton Head and Coastal Carolina Hospitals, visit hhiaux.org. To place an order for flower or gift delivery to patients, call the Hilton Head Hospital shop at 843-689-8459 or the Coastal Carolina Hospital shop at 843-7848191. All items are tax free, and the shops do not charge for delivery to hospital rooms. To volunteer at one of the gift shops, call 843-689-8201 or 843-689-8247. Amy Coyne Bredeson of Bluffton is a freelance writer, a mother of two and a volunteer with the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance.

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The Kiwanis Club of Bluffton hosted Jazz Night June 26 at Seaquins Ballroom, with music by the Lavon Stevens Quartet featuring Louise Spencer. The sell-out crowd enjoyed the playlist of favorite standards and Spencer’s unique voice. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Bluffton Kiwanis Foundation scholarship programs.

tent-specific classrooms, and each day the children will spend time in two of those rooms. Students will work on early literacy skills in the Words Room; learn about plants and animals in the Nature Room; dance, play music, and practice yoga and martial arts in the Romp Room; create and construct in the Maker Room; and have fun with water tables and play equipment in the Outdoor Room. Each week, every student will have visited each room twice. “We’re not crazy and going rogue, and reinventing the wheel,” Dungan said. “We’re just taking the best of everything that we know that’s been proven and putting it together in our own way.” Jubilee’s philosophy uses some components of the Montessori method and the Reggio Emilia approach to education. The school focuses on hands-on learning and learning through play, while instilling a love of learning. In an effort to really partner with the families and connect them with valuable resources in the community, Jubilee will have a home visit program. A home visit coordi-

nator who is experienced in social work and child development will visit families in their homes at least twice a year. Dungan hopes this will build trusting relationships between the school and the families, so the school can help if a family is in need. “It’s a very affordable program for those in need,” Dungan said. “There just aren’t many of them, especially in Jasper County, so hopefully that will fulfill a need.” Tuition at Jubilee is determined on a sliding scale based on income level. For now, the preschool will be hosted at Red Dam Baptist Church in Hardeeville, but the school will open a permanent structure within the next couple of years. In addition, Jubilee’s sister institution, the Jubilee Charter School, is set to open in 2023 and will serve students in kindergarten through 12th grade. For more information about the Jubilee Co-operative Preschool or to register a child for the fall, visit jbpreschool.org. Amy Coyne Bredeson of Bluffton is a freelance writer, a mother of two and a volunteer with the Tuberous Sclerosis Alliance.


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Alert the Marines! There are a few good men on Hilton Head Island and in Bluffton. In fact, there are at least 100 of them. 100 Men Who Care Hilton Head Island is a philanthropic organization that began in April 2021. It’s part of the 100 Who Care Alliance, a global organization that has over 650 giving circles, as they call them, worldwide. Also under the 100 Who Care Alliance umbrella is 100 Women Who Care and 100 Teens Who Care. The goal of 100 Men Who Care HHI is to raise money for local charities, but in a manner that is efficient, impactful and timely. Members pledge to donate $100 four times a year. They can donate more if they wish. According to the group’s website, they’ve already raised more than $68,000. Like the other 100 Who Care giving circles, the concept is simple. The members meet quarterly for one hour. Members come prepared to pitch their favorite charity in an effort to gain votes, and to write a $100 check for the winner. In a blind draw, the group chooses three proposals to listen to. Then they vote by secret ballot on the

organization they wish to give their money to. The nonprofit with the highest votes wins that quarter’s donation. Each member writes a check to the recipient. In an hour, the group raises about $10,000 without ever washing a car or baking a cookie. It was the ease and simplicity of the group that appealed to Mike Bruce, 100 Men Who Care HHI organizer. “I really appreciated that there was such a quick turnaround,” Bruce said. “It’s immediate gratification, which men tend to favor. Women tend to be more patient.” This isn’t to say that the women aren’t involved in the Alliance. In fact, Bruce credits his wife, Brenda, for his involvement in the group. She is a member of The Hunger Coalition of the Lowcountry. One night she came home from a meeting and told Bruce about a donation they had received from 100 Women Who Care. Bruce was impressed by what his wife told him. Later he was sitting around the firepit with some friends and pitched the idea to them of starting a men’s chapter. More than the wood caught fire that

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100 MEN from page 36A night. The idea sparked his friends’ interest and they said, “Count us in!” “It was the easiest sale I ever made,” said Bruce. “I found that everyone has some passion or interest to give. They just weren’t sure how or where.” Encouraged by his friend’s response, Bruce then served the idea to his tennis buddies. They, too, returned with an enthusiastic “Yes!” Word spread and more men wanted to be involved. “There are many of us who are blessed,” said Bruce, “and we really want to do good on Hilton Head.” And good they have done! There are now about 140 active members of the Hilton Head chapter. The very first recipient of the group’s donation was Volunteers in Medicine of Hilton Head. VIM is a local organization and clinic made up of mostly retired medical professionals who offer their services, free of charge, to low income and uninsured residents of Hilton Head and Daufuskie Islands. The most recent beneficiary of the men’s award is Programs for Excep-

tional People, a licensed 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Bluffton. According to Nancy Sulek, senior director of development, PEP’s mission is to promote independence, social interaction and employment opportunities for adults with intellectual, physical and developmental disabilities. PEP was founded in 1995 by six families, frustrated and discouraged by the lack of services for adults in the area with intellectual disabilities. PEP has grown from a small group of families to successfully serving hundreds of members over the past 25 years. The nonprofit organization has become a port in the storm for families of the members, providing a variety of programs from job-skill building to art to exercise. One of the biggest obstacles the PEP members and family faced was transportation. “Many of the families don’t have cars, or they have jobs that prevent them from being able to bring the members to the facility,” Sulek said. PEP provides 100% of the transpor-

tation, racking up about 360 miles a day. Drivers pick up members at their homes and drop them back off at the end of the day. Also, the transportation makes it possible for the members to attend job interviews as well as fun and educational outings to museums, parks, and festivals. PEP needed another vehicle to keep up with the growing demand. Enter 100 Men Who Care. Members Wayne Hilley and Scott Saulsbury, along with their wives, attended PEP’s annual gala last November. The men were so moved by the amazing work that PEP was doing, they immediately asked how they could help. The answer was a no-brainer: A new van! Sulek had already applied for a grant from the South Carolina Department of Transportation. Grant requirements dictate that PEP finds a way to pay for 15% of cost, and SCDOT will then pick up 85%. So, they were still looking for funding sources for the 15%. Hilley and Salsbury went to the men with this request at their April meeting

and it was chosen by the other members. PEP will receive $13,165 at the July meeting of the 100 Men. Sulek and the rest of the PEP team were beyond ecstatic to get the news. “We can’t do the work we want to do without (this donation),” Sulek said. Bruce said that when he and the guys were discussing 100 Men around the fire, he thought they maybe could help in some small way. “I didn’t think we were going to move mountains,” he said. But whether it’s three men around a campfire, one doctor on a mission to heal, or six families advocating for their loved ones, when people come together mountains, can indeed, be moved. The next meeting of 100 MWC will be at 4:30 p.m. July 14 at the Spanish Wells Club on Brams Point Road on Hilton Head Island. For more information about joining, email Bruce at mike@100menwhocarehhi.com. Angie Henderson is a freelance writer who lives and works in the Lowcountry.

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Noteworthy • The Maye River Quilters will meet at 10 a.m. July 9 at Church of the Palms, 1425 Okatie Hwy. in Okatie. To attend the meeting as a guest, send an RSVP email to mayeriverquilters@gmail.com. For more information and for membership forms to join the group, call 843-705-9590. • The Hilton Head Island Carolina Shag Club will host Friday night dances through the summer. Dancing is from 6 to 9:30 p.m. in Heinrich Hall at Christ Lutheran Church, 829 William Hilton Parkway on Hilton Head Island. Dances are open to the public and all styles of dancers – shag, ballroom, swing, country, or line. Single gentlemen and ladies are welcome. There is a $5 floor fee. Guests are welcome to bring their own food, snacks, and drinks. Club membership is not required, but new member inquiries are always welcome.

For more information, call Bill Anderson at 757-375-5953 or visit hiltonheadshagclub or facebook.com/ HHICSC. • Hilton Head Sigma Chi Alumni Chapter is looking for Lowcountry Sigs to join the local chapter. Sigma Chi is a national college fraternity with active chapters on more than 240 college campuses and an additional 152 alumni chapters. The local chapter, just four years old, has grown to more than 50 members from Hilton Head and Bluffton. The group meets monthly throughout the year for lunch at a local restaurant, and hosts coed social events such as oyster roasts or dinner cruises and golf tournaments. Since its founding in 1855 on the campus of Miami University (Ohio), there are more than 350,000 initiates to Sigma Chi. Sigma Chi strives to develop men of good character, students of fair ability,

with ambitious purposes, a congenial disposition, possessed of good morals, having a high sense of honor and a deep sense of personal responsibility. For more information and to inquire about joining, visit hiltonheadsigmachialumni.org and click on “Contact.” • Memory Matters will host its Savvy Caregiver Course July 12 to Aug. 16, from 1 to 3 p.m. each week, at its memory care center, 117 William Hilton Pkwy. on Hilton Head Island. The course is appropriate for family members who are supporting a loved one with Alzheimer’s or other dementia. Topics of study include pathology of dementia diseases, strategies for caregiver self-care, dementia stages, developing contented involvement with someone with dementia, recognizing options for decision making, and making the most of family resources. Cost for the six-week course is $99. For more information or to register,

call or email Cathee at 843-842-6688 or cathee@mymemorymatters.org. • The World Affairs Council will host a free program at 10 a.m. Aug. 9 about the global oil industry. The event will be held at the Bluffton Library, 120 Palmetto Way in Bluffton Village. Carlton Dallas, a petroleum industry veteran, will review the impact of taxes, price comparisons with other countries, the history of discovery, how crude is tethered to politics, and how four developments have improved U.S. energy independence. This program is free and open to the public, but guests must register in advance. For information, call 843-384-6758 orvisit wachh.org/ event-4812293. World Affairs Council of Hilton Head is a 501(c)(3) non-partisan organization that takes no political positions. Its mission is to educate, engage, and inspire the community about world affairs.

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Business Briefs • Jada L. Gaines, Esq. has joined the Elder Law & Estate Planning Center as associate attorney. Gaines holds a B.A. from Winthrop University and is a graduate of Western Michigan University’s Thomas M. Cooley Law School. Gaines completed an internship at Cooley’s Sixty Plus, Inc., Elderlaw Jada L. Gaines Clinic, where she was a recipient of the clinic’s Outstanding Lawyering Award. Upon graduation, she began her legal profession as a litigation paralegal for a leading nationwide finance company for three years, and later served as in-house counsel following her admission to the South Carolina Bar Association. She is also a member of the South Carolina Black Lawyers Association. Gaines grew up in a military family and understands the importance and needs of maintaining a comprehensive estate and financial plan. Her legal experience includes

contract law, corporate law, insurance, litigation, and dispute resolution. Brian T. Treacy is the owner and primary counsel of Elder Law & Estate Planning Center. The firm is located at 10 Pinckney Colony Road, Suite 400 in Bluffton. For more information, call 843-757-5294 or visit hiltonheadelderlaw.com. • Rev. Dr. Linda D. Lane has been appointed Secondary School Assistant Principal at Cross Schools in Bluffton. Rev. Dr. Lane has spent much of her career in and around the field of education, working with nonprofit organizations and school districts in several states. She has a wealth of admin- Linda D. Lane istrative experience serving in executive-level positions for more than 30 years. Some of her endeavors include program development for agencies that serve children

and adults with disabilities, grant writing, budget oversight, quality assurance, and program and income growth. She spent the past 15 years working for Shelby County Schools in Memphis, Tennessee, where she served as a professional school counselor and a mentor for new teachers and counselors. Rev. Dr. Lane also coordinated and developed programs to promote and ensure academic excellence, coordinated family support programs, served as the community liaison and was a member of the crisis team and various other leadership roles. During this time, she also was a lead pastor in the Methodist church. Rev. Dr. Lane earned a Bachelor of Science from Southeastern Louisiana University, a Master of Education and Counseling from Providence College, and a Doctorate of Christian Education from Jacksonville Theological Seminary. She is married to Cleo Lane, and together they have four children and eight grandchildren. • Wilma Clark, front desk lead at Marriott’s Heritage Club on Hilton Head Island,

has been named a Way to Go! Diamond Honoree, the top honor in Marriott Vacations Worldwide’s (MVW) global associate recognition program. She is one of only seven associates across more than 120 resorts globally to receive this honor this year. Clark is a four-time Way to Go! Diamond Honoree. Wilma Clark MVW’s Way to Go! program recognizes associates who are specifically named in guest surveys and other review methods for going above and beyond their normal roles and responsibilities. Associates who have received 500 or more Way to Go! awards over the course of their careers are recognized as Diamond Honorees. Clark has been with Marriott’s Heritage Club for more than 32 years. She has been recognized by guests for always taking the time to talk with everyone who comes through the front door, and her warm smile and positive attitude.


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BUSINESS

Good advice for incoming freshmen – and the rest of us By Tom Henz CONTRIBUTOR

This past school year I had the privilege of teaching a class called University 101 to incoming freshmen business majors at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. The course is designed to help first-year students adjust to the university, develop a better understanding of the learning process, and acquire essential success skills. Throughout the semester we covered a myriad of topics, including college purpose, resources and involvement, goal setting, time management, study skills, critical thinking, learning styles, group dynamics, service learning, career exploration, and much more. This was a wonderful and diverse class. We had students from local communities, numerous states, and even from overseas. By the end of the semester, they had formed a bond through class interactions, group projects, and shared experiences. They

Students walk outside USCB’s main administrative and classroom building, Hargray, on the university’s Bluffton campus.

embraced the college environment and were off to a great start. With a semester of knowledge and experience behind them, I asked the class if they would offer advice for the next year’s incoming freshmen. Following is their list, which seems to me to be great advice not only for incoming freshmen but for anyone at any stage in life: • Start strong: It’s easier to maintain grades than to play catch-up • Overcome procrastination • Plan your days/weeks; excel at time management

• Be early to everything • Make connections ASAP with faculty, staff, campus resources • Get out and meet new friends • Communication is key (faculty, staff, classmates, roommates, home) • Embrace challenges – they will make you stronger (You’ve got this!) • Yeah, you gotta study • Work hard / have fun The classroom is traditionally viewed as a place where students go to gain knowledge from a teacher. This is short-sighted. Students bring to class a wealth of knowledge

that can be shared among classmates as well as the teacher. This insight often significantly enhances the subject matter at hand. The logical extension is to share this information with those outside the classroom. Here at the USCB Center for Strategic Planning, we work with businesses and organizations to facilitate strategic plans, board meetings, workshops, retreats, and entrepreneurial assessments. Through research and experience we strive to provide our clients with valuable information and processes to help them shorten the distance between now and “Wow!” Sometimes it takes hours sifting through volumes of media and material to find targeted information and advice to share with our clients. Often it comes from our own backyard, including from this freshmen class at USCB. Tom Henz is an adjunct professor at USCB, as well as director and facilitator of the school’s Center for Strategic Planning. uscb.edu/csp


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BUSINESS UPDATE

Summer brings putters and plumbers, healthy eating and recovery By Tim Wood CONTRIBUTOR

It has been a busy month on the local small business front, from new businesses popping up to known brands both expanding and celebrating. Let’s jump right in. New Businesses Mastery Golf Performance, 1533 Fording Island Road, Bluffton, 843-3218935, masterygolfperformance.com: Two months ago, we mentioned a new golf facility getting ready to open in the Moss Creek Village shopping center. Mastery Golf has officially opened and owner and award-winning director of instruction Bill Schmedes III is ready to take your golf game to new heights. Bill’s students have won more than 200 amateur and professional events worldwide and he has worked with 14 pros on the PGA, LPGA, European and Korn Ferry Tours. He begins with a one-hour assessment to provide a roadmap to playing your best golf and with the help of fellow coaches and the latest teaching technology – including Trackman, Foresight, Swing Catalyst and video feedback – to pinpoint your best track to success. From juniors to the later-in-life duffer trying to improve, Bill creates a personalized blueprint for every client. Ace’s Plumbing, Bluffton, 843-3684635, acesplumbingrepair.com: Aaron Cleland is a U.S. Army veteran and master plumber who has returned to where he was born and raised to launch his plumb-

ing business with his wife, Isabel. Ace’s is a full-service plumber that specializes in emergency services, water heaters, water lines and water softeners. Cleland and his team can also help make sure your lines are set for appliance upgrades and remodels. The couple live in Bluffton with their three dogs, Callie, Watson and the namesake of the business, Ace. They have a passion for fostering animals and giving pets the best possible life. That’s why they plan to donate 1% of total revenue each year to animal rescues in the Bluffton area. Call or email today for your free evaluation. May River Crossing Dental, 35 Pondberry St., Bluffton, 843-949-4800, mayrivercrossingdental.com: Dr. Donald Wilson and Dr. Richard Suarez-Murias have officially opened their practice in their newly constructed home in the May River Crossing shopping center. The duo is excited to make your office visits stress-free and positive through what they call “comfortable dentistry.” They offer preventative care, cosmetic dentistry (both dentists are Invisalign certified providers), crowns, dental imaging, dentures, implants, teeth whitening, root canal therapy, oral surgery and emergency dental care. “Our mission is to bring back joy to people who have lost it because of their teeth and bring them to a point of feeling like a different person,” Wilson said of the duo’s goals with the practice. New patients are being accepted. The office is open Monday, Thursday and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesdays and Wednesday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Avocado Bleu (21 Bluffton Road, Suite 102, Bluffton, 843-837-2538, avocado-bleu.com) is expanding its healthy meals operation to the island. No matter your diet, Chef Teresa Brandow and her team offer quick and easy grab-and-go breakfast, lunch and dinner options to make healthy eating easier. Brandow is the former pastry chef at Belfair Plantation and has worked as personal chef in the Lowcountry since 1980. She specializes in good, clean food from smoothies to salads, stuffed avocados, seared ahi tuna and sandwiches on organic bread and lettuce and tortilla wraps. She also creates healthy takes on goodies such as pastries, granola, muffins, cookies and breads on her weekly menu. Join the popular meal prep program to get healthy meals prepared for you all week long. Brandow, who is also the owner of Stella Snacks healthy handmade dog treats, is excited to expand the business to the island to their new location at 26 Palmetto Bay Road. You pick the menu, they do all the work. Southern Sky Outpatient Rehab, 60 Pennington Drive, Bluffton, 843-9494848, southernskyrecovery.com: This new comprehensive care and individualized treatment facility offers outpatient programs that offer the flexibility to keep your day-to-day life going with work and family duties while working to write a new story of recovery. The facility offers tailored programs to treat alcohol, opioid, opiate and heroin addictions. Southern Sky also offers partial hospitalization and intervention programs. Whatever the level of treatment

you are looking for, Southern Sky can help. Marsh and Light, 1507 Main Street, Hilton Head Island, 803-370-2825, marshandlight.com: What began as an Etsy online business for Holly Pobis has expanded into a brick-and-mortar location in Main Street Village. Pobis has a passion for curating unique art and gift pieces inspired by Lowcountry colors and sensibilities. She offers floral notecards to framed photography on canvas and metal and original art pieces to found and reimagined, one-of-a-kind mementos. She is also expanding her line of home décor pieces, from boxes and trays to towels and shadowboxes. Anniversaries in Kitties Crossing A couple of businesses celebrated exciting milestones in Bluffton recently. • Markel’s Card and Gift Shop (843815-9500, markelsgifts.com) is celebrating its 25th anniversary, one of the longest-running small businesses in Bluffton. The store offers an array of both personal and corporate gift ideas, from candles to cookwear to candies – and that’s just the letter “C.” A huge congratulations to the Markel’s family for reaching this milestone. • And right next door, Vac Attack (843815-5800, vacattackofbluffton.com) is celebrating two years under new ownership, but have a staff with decades of experience in repairing any kind of vacuum. The store specializes in selling Miele and Oreck vacuums, but has accessories for any kind of vacuum and a team of repair specialists ready to get your vacuum working like new again.

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LEGAL

Making a good estate plan just makes good sense By Mark F. Winn CONTRIBUTOR

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legacy. Of course, Luke and Laura’s trustbased estate plan will keep their affairs private, avoid unnecessary probate costs and legal fees. It will also protect half their assets from lawsuits during the surviving spouse’s life, leave assets to their children in a sort of “lock box” (a trust) where they have total control use and benefit of the trust funds. Those funds will be protected if any of the children become divorced or get sued for some other reason, and ensure that when a child passes, it will go to their children (Luke and Laura’s lineal blood descendants) and not the in-law spouse. In the above example, this is Betty. Now, that’s good planning. Good plans make good sense. Mark F. Winn, J.D., Master of Laws (LL.M.) in estate planning, is a local asset protection, estate and elder law planning attorney. mwinnesq.com

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1. Can Luke and Laura make sure Betty will not get any of what they leave to Derek? 2. Can Luke and Laura benefit Mary and also protect her benefits? 3. Can Luke and Laura make sure whatever George may receive will be protected from a medical malpractice claim if he were sued? 4. Can Luke and Laura make sure that if something happened to Derek, his share would be used to benefit Jack? 5. Can Luke make sure that when he and Laura are both gone, that Elijah will receive 20% of the assets? The answer to all the questions above is “Yes.” With some basic planning and careful titling and designation of Luke and Laura’s assets, Luke and Laura can accomplish all of the above. With some variation depending on unique circumstances and unique individual directions, the hypothetical Luke and

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HEALTH

Dental care tips to keep you smiling between dentist visits By Sydney Caskey CONTRIBUTOR

You do not need a bathroom full of expensive gadgets or lots of time to maintain good oral health. A simple, consistent home hygiene routine is all you need to supplement your regular dental office exams and cleanings. Here are my professional home care tips that will keep you Sydney Caskey smiling in between your dentist visits. Brushing intentionally for at least two minutes, twice a day, should be your home care routine’s foundation. It’s like carefully wiping down a kitchen counter after making a meal. Without some extra effort, you will leave behind traces of food and buildup, just like mindless brushing.

I recommend spending 30 seconds on each quadrant of your mouth, applying medium pressure in a circular motion on all sides of your teeth and gums, not just the biting surfaces. With so many options to choose from, finding the right toothbrush and toothpaste can be overwhelming. I recommend a toothbrush with medium crisscross bristles to clean in between your teeth, and a toothpaste with fluoride. Because everyone has different needs, ask your dental hygienist for a recommendation for your mouth. Just like you would consult your hairstylist for the right products for your specific hair style and type, your hygienist knows what is best for you. Electric toothbrushes are not necessary, but they can clean teeth more thoroughly by replicating motions you may miss with your manual brush. Some can clean more evenly by pulsating every 30 seconds, notifying you to move quadrants and after

two minutes of completed brushing. Whichever type of toothbrush you choose, make sure to replace the brush every six months, because bacteria can live on it and the bristles wear out. Remember to replace your toothbrush after you’re sick so you don’t reintroduce the germs into your body. Flossing is not the most popular daily task, but it is an important part of your routine. Similar to toothbrush and toothpaste, there are many different floss types. For example, expandable floss can help clean in between teeth with larger gaps and floss picks can be helpful for harderto-reach areas. Remember to use slack with traditional floss so that you can use new parts of the floss between different teeth. To step up your flossing game, invest in an electric water flosser. Water flossers flush water between teeth and are especially helpful if you have bridges, dental implants, or dexterity issues, which

make it harder to reach all places in your mouth. Keeping mouthwashes and salivary stimulants in your home care kit are also helpful and the types depend on your specific needs. I like to use a mouthwash in the morning, 30 minutes after I brush and floss so that I don’t wash off the fluoride from my toothpaste. Xylitol products, such as xylitol mints, are great for stimulating salivary flow if you have a dry mouth. Talk to your hygienist, who knows your needs and can suggest products that are right for you. You are all set for a successful home care routine. Remember that everyone has different oral health goals so be sure to ask your hygienist and dental team for help in creating a tailored routine just for you. Sydney Caskey, DDS is a dentist in practice with ROC Dental Group in Bluffton.

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WELLNESS

Secrets to get, and keep, skin looking younger, healthier By E. Ronald Finger CONTRIBUTOR

It’s never too late to achieve beautiful skin! At birth, we start out with beautiful skin. No wrinkles, no spots, no large pores – and what happens? Excess sun, smoking and poor diet begin to take a toll on the quality of our skin. For example, look E. Ronald Finger at the inside of your upper arm, which receives little sun, and compare it to your outer arm or forearm. The difference is all about sun exposure without protection. More sun abuse results in more wrinkles, spots, discoloration, etc. But, with the sunblocks and skin care regimens available today, it’s possible to maintain

healthy, young-looking skin forever. Younger generations, if their parents encouraged application of sunblocks, already have a good head start, but continued use of these products is not the only answer. A good skin care regimen will help prevent further damage. Regarding smoking, identical twins have been photographed in their 5060’s, and the twin that smokes looked 10 years or older than her non-smoking twin. Even if one cannot afford surgical or non-surgical options, such as lasers, peels or surgery such as eyelid, face and neck lifts, a good cosmeceutical home skin care system can do wonders and even tighten the skin. With the myriad of skin systems touting claims of “anti-aging,” how does one know which products really do work and which are a waste of money? First, the system should be “cosmeceutical.” What does this mean? Cos-

meceutical grade systems should have a combination of ingredients that can be as effective as prescription strength and have demonstrated that they do live up to their claims. For effectiveness, products should: be anti-inflammatory; repair and regenerate the cells producing your skin; repair DNA; reduce the glycation debris that attaches to your collagen and elastin fibers, which make your skin lose elasticity. Product should also have whole food nutrients that your skin needs to become younger in appearance. The systems need a good “delivery system,” allowing the ingredients to penetrate the skin to repair skin-producing cells instead of just affecting the top layer of the skin. Since the skin continues to slough throughout one’s life, it makes sense that simply treating the top layers with peels and lasers is a “bandaid” therapy. Only by repairing fibroblast cells can we produce long-lasting,

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Community pulls together quickly for Ukraine benefit event By Scott Wierman CONTRIBUTOR

Community Foundation of the Lowcountry prides itself on being agile, ready to pivot at a moment’s notice to respond to current events and opportunities as they arise. That is exactly what our team did when the leaders of the Ukraine Relief Fund met with the Com- Scott Wierman munity Foundation in early April and let us know that they were planning a May event to benefit Ukrainian residents and refugees. In response to the horrific Russian invasion of Ukraine, local leaders and volunteers from the business commu-

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Ukraine Relief Fund at HH4Ukraine. com. The Hilton Head for Ukraine Benefit is a great example of a venture that was fully realized in a very short time. However, in order for an event like this to be successful, you need guidance, support and experience. The dedicated staff at the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry has the expertise to help you realize your philanthropic dream. Our team can provide you with all of the information you need to create a donor advised fund, set up a scholarship, build an endowment, or develop a field of interest fund. To learn more about the Community Foundation, please visit cf-lowcountry. org. Scott Wierman is the president and CEO of Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.


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When one retires, it’s time to set professional challenges and hectic schedules aside, right? Maybe not, if you have a deep-rooted love for what you do! Veterinarian Dr. Kirsten Cianci might be retired but her desire to help animals is as strong as ever. “When I planned to retire, I always said I would eventually get involved again once I got settled here in South Carolina,” said Dr. Kris. After enjoying a fulfilling 31-year career in veterinary medicine, Dr. Kris moved from New Jersey to the Lowcountry in 2019. A neighbor, who understood Dr. Kris’ wish to stay involved in the field she loved, suggested she consider working part-time for Palmetto Animal League. “The PAL Veterinary Clinic offers affordable care to the community while also treating some 250 rescued animals waiting to find a loving home at our adoption center,” said PAL President Amy Campanini. Dr. Kris now spends two days a week at PAL performing surgery, treating the pets PAL rescues, and filling in when the

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crawl does not result in a nest, and we call this a false crawl. The reason is usually unknown, but we do know that something went wrong. We can safely assume that something – such as activity on the beach, flashlights or lights from beachfront structures, noises, or environmental obstacles – prompted this mama turtle to change her plans. It is likely that she will try again the same night and eventually lay her clutch, usually about 120 eggs, deposited in a hole about 2 feet deep. The female turtle would not have emerged from the water if she did not have the intention of depositing eggs into the dry sand. Our daily beach run can last three to five hours, depending upon how many nests we encounter and how many of them have to relocated to a higher, safer spot along the dune. About 60% of the nests will need to be relocated – and we have 24 hours from the time they are laid to move them. To learn more, come to one of our Turtle Talks, offered free from 8 to 9 p.m. every Monday evening through the end of August at Celebration Park, 94 Pope Ave. Please join me to learn more about our nesting turtles and have all your questions answered. After all, it’s not every day you can encounter the nest of an endangered species! Amber Kuehn is executive director of Sea Turtle Patrol HHI, and is the SCDNR permit holder for the island.


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NATURE’S WAY

Plan now to get your red snapper while they’re here By Collins Doughtie

fish per person, per day snapper regulations when snapper are legal to catch two to four days a year. Since the closure started, red snapper populations here have exploded to the point that even when you plan to catch grouper, snapper grab your live bait before it even gets near the bottom where the grouper are hiding. Stepping down off my rickety soap box, I’ll try to tell you about the best rigs and bait should you plan a trip during this upcoming mini snapper season. Red snapper are not picky eaters, so if you can’t throw a cast net for live bait, they will gladly eat a big chunk of squid. But if you want to catch red snapper in the 25- to 35-pound class, live bait is the ticket. By the time the season starts, COLLINS DOUGHTIE menhaden will be thick as thieves, and one Carlyle Cornell proudly shows off the huge red accurate throw of the cast net pretty much snapper she landed. guarantees all the live bait you could possineed. bly need for an all-day trip. One thing though, let the bait down to Menhaden are great baits, but for me, live the bottom slowly so the leader doesn’t get pinfish are my go-to live bait. Using small freshwater bream hooks and small pieces of tangled, and once it hits bottom, crank it up a couple of turns of the reel. dead shrimp is the best way to catch pinHopefully the weather gods will give us fish. Hardier than menhaden, you can load up on pinfish days before your trip offshore calm seas this time around because twice in the last three years the weather was so bad if you have a cage that you can hang off a during this brief snapper window I don’t dock somewhere. It takes more time and think a single boat made it out. effort to catch pinfish but all that effort will This year should be better than the last usually pay off in spades. As for rigs, Owner 6/0 or 7/0 Mutu hooks couple of years when the snapper season was smack dab during a full moon. Full with a long 60-pound test fluorocarbon moons almost always adversely affect fishing leader with 10-, 12- or 14-ounce egg sinkbecause the fish feed all night and – worse ers (depending on the current) just above than that – larger than usual tides and the swivel at the top of the leader is all you

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Red snapper. No doubt many of you react to those two words very much like the dog in Pavlov’s experiment. Well, start drooling, folks because red snapper will there for the taking on July 8 and 9 and, best of all, there are no size restrictions. Since the red snapper moratorium started a few years back, the closure of that fishery has caused quite an uproar among both commercial and recreational anglers. This discontent is due mainly for the fact that most of us who fish a lot felt that the data that the National Marine Fisheries used to determine that red snapper stocks were in danger, and subsequently led to the closure of harvesting them, was seriously flawed. Like so many other studies on fish stocks, much of the data used came from Florida. To me at least, therein lies the problem. It doesn’t take a genius to see that Florida has more boaters and fisherman than just about any state. Add to that the simple fact that in most places along the coast in Florida you need not run out more than a few miles to reach snapper grounds, while the distance here is more like 30 to 60 miles out. Finally, if you add up the number of boats with the short running time to deep water, there is one heck of a lot more pressure being put on the snapper populations in the Sunshine State. My guess would be that the pressure on our red snapper stocks here is barely noticeable – especially with the one

currents make staying in one spot nearly impossible. This year the moon will be in the first quarter and the current should make fishing way more manageable. The main reason for mini seasons is so biologists can study the carcasses of the red snapper caught to determine the age and the health of our snapper stocks. From what I know, red snapper grow fast for the first 10 years, reaching an average length of around 30 inches, and then that growth rate slows. The oldest known red snapper ever caught was 57 years old! Females reach spawning age after two years at which time they can lay approximately 1,000 eggs. But large, mature females can lay as many as 2.5 million eggs each time they spawn. I know this column won’t reach you until July 6, so you had better hustle to the Wexford Harbour Center or call Marielle Bullock at 304-210-2000 and enter the 2022 Snapperfest. The entry fee is $250 and fishing days will be July 8 and 9. Cash prizes for first and second place, plus lots of other prizes, will be awarded. A Captain’s meeting will be held at 5 p.m. July 7 at the Wexford Harbour Center, with weigh-in on both fishing days between 5 and 6 p.m. at Wexford. Get out there and catch you some red snappers! They are delicious, fun to catch and, should you enter the tournament, you might come away with a pocket full of cash. Collins Doughtie, a 60-year resident of the Lowcountry, is a sportsman, graphic artist, and lover of nature. collinsdoughtie@icloud.com

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New, different golf tour causing upheavals in pro golf world By Jean Harris CONTRIBUTOR

Professional golf is about to enter a new era. The LIV tour has taken the world by storm. The LIV tour is the brainchild of Greg Norman and his backers, who have given $4 billion to build this tour. “LIV” is the Roman numeral for 54, the number of holes in each tournament. The LIV tour is bankrolled by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, which is the richest sovereign wealth fund in the world. Human rights campaigners have accused the Saudi organizers of “sportswashing,” using these events to distract from controversies over the country’s record. The initial LIV Golf Invitational was held June 9 in London. A field of 48 players representing 12 countries competed in a three-round, 54-hole, no-cut event. There was a shotgun start, meaning all 48 players teed off at the same time on different holes so every player was out on the course at the same time. They also had a team competition as well as the individual stroke play, with prize money totaling $25 million dollars. The winner, Charl Schwartzel, received the $4 million first place money. His team also came in first place, so he received an additional $750,000. Prior to this tournament his career earnings were just over $20 million. For comparison, this year’s PGA Championship had a $15 million purse with $2.7 million first place prize.

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As of this writing, June 28, two more younger players just signed on. PGA tour winners Matthew Wolff, age 23, and Carlos Ortiz, 31, have decided to give up their PGA affiliation to play in the LIV Pumpkin Ridge event held last week in Portland, Oregon. These players will be suspended from the PGA tour and won’t be able to play in any PGA sponsored events. As of now the players who qualify for the four Major tournaments are still able to play. LIV players will not receive Official World Golf Ranking (OWGR) points, which is important to be able to get into the four majors in the future. Greg Norman is applying for OWGR consideration. If players can receive OWGR points from LIV events, then it becomes easier to qualify for the four Major tournaments. So why is the PGA tour in trouble? First, the cost of being on the PGA tour

is expensive. A young player must pay $6,500 to join the Korn Ferry Tour, which is the developmental tour. Once a player makes the PGA tour, he is not guaranteed money if he doesn’t make the 36- hole cut. He still has his expenses such as entry fee, travel, hotel and paying his caddie. Only the top players have sponsors. LIV players receive a minimum of $120,000 to participate and there is no cut. Thus, the 48th placed player – last place – is guaranteed $120,000 to play for three days. Major differences of the two tours: PGA Four rounds, 72 holes, with a cut after 36 holes 100-plus players with a cut at top 70 and ties Starting times with two starts, morning and afternoon Individual play LIV Three rounds, 54 holes, and no cut 48 players Shotgun start with three players per hole Individual and team events Guaranteed $120,000 per event Bottom line, it is all about money. Do you want guaranteed money with a lesser tour, or play on the PGA tour against the best players in the world? What would you do? Dr. Jean Harris is an LPGA Master Professional and teaches at local courses. jean. golfdoctor.harris@gmail.com; golfdoctorjean. com

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When life’s storms come, find peace in the promises of Jesus By Bill McCutchen CONTRIBUTOR

The Atlantic hurricane season is off and running and has many of us considering how to prepare in case another storm decides to visit our beautiful island. Storms are unpredictable things and often come when we least expect them. This is true in meteorology and in our daily lives. The storms Bill McCutchen in our lives – suffering, cancer, family breakdowns, economic crisis (you can add your storm here) – come without warning and create spiritual and existential crisis. For many in our culture the presence of suffering leads them to reject the existence of a loving God. The thinking goes

something like this: The Biblical, loving God would never allow suffering. There is suffering in the world. Therefore, God cannot exist. However, just because we don’t understand the purpose of our life’s storms does not mean that there is no purpose. Just because we cannot see or feel God in the midst of the storms does not mean that He is not present and in control of them. In the Bible, Jesus sent his disciples into a storm (Matthew 14). He taught in John 16 that there would be difficulty in this life (“I have told you all this so that you may have peace in me. Here on earth you will have many trials and sorrows. But take heart, because I have overcome the world.”). The Apostle Paul is caught in a literal hurricane on the Mediterranean (Acts 27). It seems hopeless and, to the casual observer, it appears that all 276 people are going to perish. But Paul knew some-

thing about God that gave him hope and security as the waves pounded and the winds blew. As Christians, like Paul, we are convinced that though we don’t understand everything about God and His purposes, we can trust Him and place our faith in His promises. On the ship, an angel told Paul that no one would perish. We have similar promises from Jesus that He will never lose any of His children. The Christian Gospel, simply put, says that Jesus entered into the true storm of God’s judgment so that all who have faith in Him would never be lost in any of the storms of life. The gospel, properly understood and applied, frees us to live within these trials with confidence, comfort and peace. Without faith in Christ, the storms of this life will drive us to bitterness and despair. We will shake our fists at heaven and cry to God because we have tried to

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Enjoy backyard pools by implementing safety precautions By Cinda Seamon CONTRIBUTOR

There’s been a spike in demand for backyard pools throughout the pandemic as families have stayed close to home for summer fun. Unfortunately, this surge in backyard pool sales has also meant an increase in accidents and potential safety issues. Here are some water safety tips for your backyard pool. Safety measures: In addition to state and Town-required safety measures for inground and above-ground swimming pools, you should implement additional safety measures to keep your backyard pool safe. You can control access to your pool by: • Installing and maintaining barriers that surround all sides of the pool, such as fencing. • Using a self-closing and self-latching gate. Ensure the latch is high enough that a young child can’t reach it. • Using locks and alarms to alert you

when someone enters the backyard pool area. • Removing above-ground pool ladders when they aren’t being used. You can also remove all toys and floats from the pool when they aren’t being used. These objects can lure a child into the water. Pool rules: It’s important to review pool rules with your family periodically and ensure you’re practicing backyard pool safety regularly. Here are some rules that are important:

• Never swim alone, even if you’re an adult. More than one person should always be present in case of an emergency. • Adults should be actively watching anytime a child is using or playing near the backyard pool. During backyard get-togethers, designate an adult to be the pool monitor and rotate responsibilities frequently. • Teach your children to stay away from danger zones, such as pool drains and other openings in the pool. Clothing and hair can get stuck in these openings and trap

swimmers. Make sure everyone knows how to quickly shut off filters when necessary. Every backyard pool owner should also create a pool emergency kit that is within easy reach during an emergency. Include a standard first aid kit and a floatation device to throw to struggling swimmers. Learn to swim, take CPR class: One of the best ways to prevent backyard pool accidents is to enroll children in swim lesson classes. They’ll learn how to swim, but they’ll also learn to respect the water and to recognize water safety concerns on their own. Because of the bounty of water in our Lowcountry, this is a concern that extends beyond your own backyard. You can also take a CPR, AED and First Aid class as a family. You’ll learn important lifesaving skills for a variety of emergencies. Classes are available in person, remotely and in a hybrid format. Cinda Seamon is the fire and life safety educator for Hilton Head Island Fire Rescue.

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LOCAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES LOOKING FOR A NEW POSITION?

These Are A Few Openings Right Here In Our Own Backyard!! EMPLOYER

POSITION

SKILLS REQUIRED

FT/PT

COMPENSATION

CONTACT INFO

TOWN OF BLUFFTON

VARIOUS – SEE WEBSITE

Varies by position

Varies by position

Varies by position

Apply online: https://www. townofbluffton.sc.gov/455/Job-Postings

TOWN OF HILTON HEAD

VARIOUS – SEE WEBSITE

Varies by position

Varies by position

Varies by position

Apply online: https://recruitingsite.com/ csbsites/HHI/careers.asp

UPS

PACKAGE HANDLERS

Lift up to 70 lbs, load packages, work at a fast pace, on feet for extended time

Part time / Mon – Fri 4am – 10am

$15 / hour

Apply online: www.UPSJOBS.com

UPS

REGULAR TEMPORARY DRIVERS

Self supervise, work in the elements, DOT physical, people skills, valid Drivers License

Temporary June – January Mon – Fri 9am until done, occasional Sat

$27.14 / hour

Apply online: www.UPSJOBS.com

THE GREENERY, INC. – BLUFFTON, SUN CITY

IRRIGATION TECHNICIAN

Minimum 3-5 yrs of experience w/irrigation & Leadership/management, must be able to lift 50 lbs, valid Drivers License

TBD

$25 - $30 / hour

E-mail: jerryashmore@thegreeneryinc.com OR Call: 843-592-3818

THE GREENERY, INC. – HILTON HEAD

RETAIL ASSOCIATE

Must be able to lift 20 lbs, have valid drivers license, plant knowledge is helpful but not required

TBD

TBD

E-mail: janetfanning@thegreeneryinc.com OR In-person: 960 William Hilton Pkwy, Hilton Head SC

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB – BLUFFTON

SPORTS, FITNESS, & RECREATION DIRECTOR

Coordinate & assist in the sports, fitness, & recreation programs as well as the social development programs, maintain inventory & upkeep of all equipment, have experience working with children

Part time

$13 - $15 / hour depending on experience

E-mail: Jaala.miller@bgclowcountry.org OR Apply online: www.bgcbluffton.org

BOYS & GIRLS CLUB – BLUFFTON

STEM INSTRUCTOR

Assist 6 - 12 year olds with homework and STEM activities, facilitate STEM learning, have experience working with children

Part time

$13 - $15 / hour depending on experience

E-mail: Jaala.millerbgclowcountry.org OR Apply online: www.bgcbluffton.org

TEAM MEMBER

Willingness to learn & a positive attitude

Varies, we are open 7am – 3pm 7 days a week

$5 / hour plus tips w/ a 90 day evaluation and bi-annual reviews

Submit your resume to: cornerperkroastery@gmail.com OR fill out the application on the bottom of our website @ www.cornerperk.com

CORNER PERK CAFÉ

EMPLOYERS: WANT TO ADD YOUR OPENINGS TO THIS LIST? THIS IS A FREE SERVICE. CALL MELISSA AT THE BLUFFTON SUN/HILTON HEAD SUN AT 843.757.9507


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Hurricane Prep: Tips to get your gutters ready before a storm By Andrew Snodgrass CONTRIBUTOR

Hurricane season is well underway, and plans have long been in place to ensure that the Lowcountry is prepared for this year’s potential storms. The start of hurricane season is also a good time for homeowners to take a close look at their homes to make sure they are prepared for the unpredictable weather ahead – taking precautions such as securing and sealing your roof, securing porches and sealing windows, doors and any holes in the exterior of the home to prevent water from getting in. In addition, before a storm hits, it’s important to pay particular attention to preparing your gutters for a hurricane (or any major storm) to prevent major damage to your home from water and winds. Taking precautions with your gutters sooner rather than later is key when it comes to hurricane season this year.

and damage your house. • Consider extending your downspouts to make sure you are keeping water as far away from the foundation as possible during the excessive rain of a hurricane – downspout extenders can help keep the ground COURTESY SPARTINA SEAMLESS GUTTERS around the foundation from getting over-satFollowing are some of the things you urated, reducing the likelihood of water should do to inspect and your gutters – and damage to your home. protect your home – in preparing for a • Make sure gutters are firmly attached to hurricane. your home. Carefully inspect all gutters on • Inspect, and clean your gutters and your home and garage to make sure they are downspouts. It is critical that your gutters properly secured. During a hurricane, gutand downspouts are free of leaves and deters that aren’t firmly attached can damage bris. Make sure that your gutters are cleaned your home’s exterior. • Have your gutter guards checked. Make properly and remove any blockages that could cause your gutters to become flooded sure they are at the right angle (or “pitch”)

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to prevent clogging of leaves and debris in the gutters. If you are unsure, have a professional check to make sure your gutters and gutter guards are properly positioned – especially during the heavy rains and winds of a major storm. There is a lot you can do to prepare your home for a hurricane – especially when it comes to ensuring that your gutters and downspouts are clear of debris, secured firmly to your home, and able to properly divert water from the foundation of your home. If you have any questions about your gutters, a consultation with a gutter professional can help provide you with peace of mind that you are protecting your home – both during hurricane season and all year long. Andrew Snodgrass is the founder of Spartina Seamless Gutters, a Lowcountry-based company specializing in seamless gutter installations, gutter repair, gutter replacement and maintenance. spartinaseamlessgutters.com

Beaufort County Al-Anon and Alateen Family Groups “Are you concerned about someone’s drinking?”

Al-Anon meeting information: al-anon-lowcountry.org or call 843-785-9630 • alanonbeaufortcounty@hotmail.com


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CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING SPORTS CARDS WANTED: Vesci Sports Cards, specializing in pre-1972 baseball, football and basketball cards. Looking for personal collections. Cash paid for cards. Hilton Head resident Jim Vesci 215-266-2975 jdvescisr@gmail.com

CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 843-757-9507. CLASSIFIED ADS WORK! CALL 843-757-9507.

THE BLUFFTON SUN IS LOOKING for office space in Old Town Bluffton. Looking for ground floor, 1,000-1,200 sq. ft. Call Kevin Aylmer, 843-7579507.

friends, post it on social media, and don’t forget to run a classified ad here! You can count on our total market coverage, in every mailbox, safe and dry, once a month. 843-757-9507.

LOOKING FOR WORK? LOOKING FOR WORKERS? ADVERTISE HERE! Your ad here can reach 24,300 households from the bridges to Sea Pines. Make posters for the neighborhood, tell your

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