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Local passive parks heading into initial phases of development

By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR

With the summer heat fading into memory and most of the visitors gone, it might be time to take a hike through some of the quietest acreage in Beaufort County.

A dozen passive parks in the county provide an array of opportunities to enjoy historic sites and the natural environment, and four more parks are in various stages of preparation.

The Okatie River Park off Graves Road on U.S. 278, Bailey Memorial Park in the Alljoy neighborhood of Bluffton, and the New Riverside Regional Preserve at the end of New Riverside Road fall under the jurisdiction of the Beaufort County Planning Department.

The New Riverside Park, near the intersec-

tion of Highway 46 and S.C. 170, falls under the purview of the town of Bluffton.

All four parks are in various stages of completing architectural and engineering plans, permitting and funding.

The Beaufort County Community Development Code states that passive parks are determined as those locations that require little or no extra effort to enjoy what resources are readily available for activities such as fishing, hiking, bicycling and nature studies.

There won’t be ballfields, basketball courts or outdoor arenas built on these properties. but they will contain to some degree the same amenities that most of the other dozen passive parks in Beaufort County.

One of the newest is the Okatie River

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The big red barn is the focal point and covered gathering place in New Riverside Park, a Town of Bluffton passive park.

Public invited to attend Bluffton’s National Night Out The Bluffton Police Department will host its seventh annual National Night Out from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 5 at Bluffton Eagles Field, 155 Buck Island Road, at the Bluffton Parkway intersection. The event is free and open to the public.

Exhibits and demonstrations will be offered by a number of agencies, including BPD,

Bluffton Township Fire District, the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office and the 14th Circuit Solicitor’s Office.

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“This is an event our department and surrounding agencies look forward to each year,” said Bluffton Police Chief Stephenie Price.

“It allows us to get into our community, give back, educate and build relationships with our citizens who we are proud to serve.”

Members of the Bluffton Police Department, Town and Bluffton Township Fire District will cook hot dogs for the public, as well as provide chips and water.

National Night Out is an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie.

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SUNNY SIDE UP

The joy of opening windows to autumn weather – and sounds

By Lynne Cope Hummell EDITOR

Fall arrived officially Sept. 22. But the day before, the temperature at the Hummell Abode dropped enough to prompt the semi-annual Opening of the Windows.

The ceremony allowed us to turn off the AC and take advantage of the crisp coolness of the fresh Lowcountry air.

Not only was it good to open the house and let old air out and fresh new air flow through it, sending excess CO2 out, but it was time for nature’s marvelous melodies to be heard indoors.

The first sounds we heard were the birds.

I love their songs and am learning to identify various species by their sounds.

I’ve learned that it’s the Carolina wrens that make that “chirpity chirpity chirpity chirp” call.

The wrens are also picky eaters, by the way. They are never satisfied with the seeds in our feeders, so they flick out the many

types they don’t want. The seed garden below the feeders is a banquet for other critters, though.

Beautiful cardinals are frequent fliers.

They identify themselves with a song of “birds birds birds.”

We’ve come to match the abundant chickadees with their quick, high-pitched “fee-bee, fee-bay.”

An occasional visitor is the Tufted Titmouse, who seems to enjoy all types of seeds in the feeder. I’ve only recently learned that the “Peter, Peter, Peter!” call I’ve been hearing for years comes from these birds.

I still haven’t figured out what or where the “Judy Judy Judy” bird is, but it’s a common one. There’s also the sharp-sounding “cheater cheater” bird. I’m not sure if this one is accusing someone else. Maybe it’s the reply to the softer-tone of another bird’s “I miss you, miss you.”

(Is it odd that we translate our birds’ songs into recognizable English words or

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If you read this column just a couple of issues ago, you know of my affinity for squirrels. Have you ever heard them “bark” at one another? With the windows open, I can hear their gruff chatter in the treetops, perhaps rejecting unwanted advances or maybe protecting babies, or arguing over dinner.

We’ve heard mourning doves with their slow, soulful cooing, and loud grackles, whose “ack ack ack” sound imitates its name.

Often in the late afternoon, we hear our resident barred owls calling one another from treetop to treetop: “Who, who, who’ll cook for you?” We also have become adept at spotting them in the live oaks around us, and we are amused when we see one flying low overhead.

At night, the crickets and cicadas announce their presence with a delightful and hours-long cacophony. After a good rain,

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the multitude of frogs in a little “pond” out back croak to high heaven!

In addition to nature sounds, we also hear the welcome sounds of a good neighborhood: Children laughing as they disembark from the school bus; the neighbor guy taking his Harley out for his daily ride; dogs barking at other dogs while owners are walking them; and the friendly “Hello” of cyclists as they pass a neighbor’s house.

Of course, with windows open wide all day, there are other, not-so-pleasant sounds to be heard in our neighborhoods: Multiple mow-and-blow squads up and down the street seemingly daily; the occasional siren of a fire truck screaming down a nearby road; someone’s loud music (never to anyone else’s taste) on his way out to a party or home.

I’ve never been a fan of leaf blowers, but if their occasional obnoxious noise is the price I have to pay for the cheerful, natural sounds of the great outdoors, I’m happy to pony up.

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Redistricting needs more strong citizen input

By Weston Newton CONTRIBUTOR

As I previously mentioned in this space, I am one of the seven members of South Carolina House of Representatives Redistricting Committee. Based on the constitutional requirements that elected officials each represent essentially an equal number of citizens (one person, one vote principle), the Weston Newton reapportionment and redistricting process takes place every 10 years following the completion of the latest census.

The General Assembly redraws the legislative boundaries for both South Carolina’s congressional districts as well as for state legislative districts. In addition to equalizing the districts, the committee adopts certain criteria to comply with the federal requirements.

For the last three weeks, our committee has been holding in-person public hearings across all four corners of the state, from Greenville to Bluffton, Myrtle Beach to Rock Hill, and many other wonderful communities in between. The beauty and majesty of South Carolina and her people have been

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In traveling across our state and hearing from so many citizens, I am reminded of the old saying that the call to heaven from South Carolina is truly a local call. We are blessed to live in this incredible place.

By the time you read this, we will have completed our virtual and in-person hearings. However, we are still receiving email testimony via email at Redistricting@ SCHouse.gov.

The hearings are one of several keystones underpinning the process or redistricting in South Carolina. We have been seeking public input and insight into the process of redrawing the district lines in order to accommodate the tremendous growth in the state since the 2010 Census.

Throughout my time in public service, as often as possible, I have shared my belief that public input and transparency is essential to good government. This process is no different, the public’s input is a key consideration for our committee as we formulate a proposed plan for presentation to the House Judiciary Committee, and ultimately adopt a plan for consideration by the full House of Representatives.

Unlike prior redistricting cycles, the plan that gains approval of the House and Senate is no longer subject to advance “pre-clearance” by the United States Justice Department, as the laws applicable to the

redistricting have continued to evolve, and the U.S. Supreme Court in 2013 struck down a requirement of the Voting Rights Act that required some states to have federal pre-approval of redistricting plans.

While this pre-approval is no longer required, we have the benefit of working from the existing districts that were approved by both the U.S. Department of Justice in 2011, and withstood challenge and scrutiny through federal lawsuits which resulted in confirmation of the district lines as currently drawn.

While the fundamental goal of our committee and the House is to adopt a plan that assures the legislative districts provide for equal voting rights, it also important that we hear from citizens as to how they identify or define their communities of interests so that we can better understand commonality and connections that matter to them.

Public input is indispensable to ensuring South Carolina’s districts best represent the people of the state. We are truly the House of the people, and we want input on specific issues or concerns in every community and neighborhood across the state. If you have not participated in this process yet, please submit your testimony to Redistricting@ SCHouse.gov.

Weston Newton is the representative for District 120 in the State House of Representatives.

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Letters to the Editor To the Editor: Lynne Hummell’s column in the last Bluffton Sun (Sept. 14) was thought-provoking as well as humorous, as usual! I never thought about my having a “permanent record” of some sort floating around in the universe. And if I did, it’s nothing that would concern me.

What her column DID get me thinking about was my computer records. Meaning, if I pass into the Great Beyond overnight, what’s going to happen to all the stuff on my computer, i.e., the emails in my inbox waiting for a reply, my “sent” folder, my “trash” folder (which I do delete on occasion)?

It would be up to my significant other to bother with getting rid of all that. And believe me, he wouldn’t care what was on my computer, let alone all those hard-copy medical, subscription, and miscellaneous documents I’ve got in labeled folders in the file drawer.

But think about it: Would you have an issue with anyone – after you pass – poring through the myriad of communications on your computer? That email from a very close friend pouring her heart out to you in exquisite detail; or your response, in which you may have shared some personal details meant only for her eyes.

At the end of the day, once you’ve ventured to the Other Universe, other than your will and certain legal documents, nothing will matter anymore in terms of records.

But, at least thinking about this prompts one to make a concerted effort to clear out those old hard-copy file folders and the stuff in one’s computer files. For me, this will be an ongoing, endless process.

Barb Costa Bluffton

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Fruit, vegetable, decor? What to do with these pumpkins?

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

Bobby Gerred, Bluffton: “Don’t carve it! They attract fruit flies, then they collapse. Buy a fake one.”

plain fun questions.

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

Lauriepat Dobis, Bluffton: “Go pumpkin picking at the Pumpkin Patch in Ridgeland.”

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Ali Dobis, Bluffton: “I would carve it – and make it scary.”

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Erin Dobis, Bluffton: “Make a pumpkin pie. Using fresh pumpkin is better than canned.”

Amanda Lett, Bluffton: “I love to decorate with pumpkins. I stack them up on the porch.”

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LETTERS from page 4A To the Editor: I enjoyed reading Mayor Sulka’s commentary (Bluffton Sun, Sept. 14) on the fine officers of the Bluffton Police Department. It reminded me of an event I witnessed a few years ago.

I drove to the Publix on Baylor early one morning and witnessed a man grunting while violently trying to pull a traffic sign out of the ground. The store manager had already called the police. Three cars arrived and three officers exited (two males and one female). The manager and I were the only witnesses.

As one officer approached the man at a distance, the other two hung back and did not intervene, but rather stood as backup if needed. The officer repeatedly stated “Get down on the ground or I will taze you.” He calmly kept repeating this as well as asking. “What is your name?” and “What drug did you take?”

The unresponsive man kept at the sign.

Sometime, unbeknownst to me, one of the officers called EMS, as an ambulance arrived shortly.

After about a half hour of this standoff, the man, exhausted from his efforts, collapsed to the ground, at which time the lead officer cuffed him and had EMS remove him. All three officers showed great patience and compassion for someone who was either mentally ill or high on drugs. No physical confrontation ever took place.

We should all be respectful of and thankful for the wonderful public servants we have.

Greg Lula Moss Creek

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PARKS from page 1A Park, for which stakeholders – those with an interest in the future of the property – were invited to participate in an open house in August. County Passive Parks Manager Stefanie Nagid said the property is currently not accessible to the public.

“I am currently in the Phase II planning phase. This entails architectural and engineering plans and construction specifications. Upon county approval and appropriate permitting, we can contract for the construction,” said Nagid. “At this time I do not have a date as to when construction will begin or when the park will be open to the public.”

Okatie River Park runs along the headwaters of the Okatie River “under a grand live oak tree canopy,” the county website notes.

The county purchased the property in 2013 under the under the Rural and Critical Lands Preservation Program to protect the Okatie River from development along its banks as well as allowing public access for passive recreation.

“There are a lot of pieces that have to come together before beginning construction, and that involves infrastructure with

our adjacent neighbors, the Pepperhall Plantation, who are building the access road,” she said. “We’re both still working through our planning and permitting procedures at the moment.”

A 50-acre tract in the heart of the Alljoy community in Bluffton contains upland and wetland forest habitats. Bailey Memorial Park will improve stormwater retention while at the same time be available to the public.

“The Bailey Memorial Park open house was well received by the Alljoy and surrounding communities. Overall, the public was supportive of the park plan and made a few minor suggestions, which we incorporated into the plan,” Nagid said. “It will be on the passive parks website once it passes through the County Natural Resources Committee.”

Nagid expected to present the final plan to the committee on Oct. 4.

The 37-acre New Riverside Park is at the intersection of SC 46 and New Riverside Road (SC 170) at the traffic circle. Construction is set to begin in 2022 and be completed within the year, according to town spokesperson Debbie Szpanka.

“The first phase will be perimeter trails, as requested by those citizens who attended the open house in 2019,” Szpanka said. “There will also be a playground that fits in with the natural surroundings, as well as parking and restrooms. Park infrastructure will include sewer, water and storm drainage, and fencing around the property.”

The 2,700-square-foot barn will be renovated and made available for a variety of events, and the open grounds have a potential for evening programs, as well as car shows, craft shows and markets.

Finally, the 700-acre New Riverside Regional Preserve property sits along the New River and currently has a conceptual plan approved by the Town of Bluffton.

“There is $900,000 remaining from the original donation funding to be used towards future planning and construction.

At this time, I am trying to find additional funding for the construction of the access road before I can move forward with further planning or construction of the preserve itself,” said Nagid.

The preserve along the river is a huge wetland island mix of parcels. There will

not be any work done on the interior of the preserve until the access road is built.

The four new parks are part of the county’s investment in the Rural and Critical Lands Preservation Program which began in 1999 to protect rural and critical land, preserving the unique environment, history, culture and economy of Beaufort County.

There are a videos, maps and more information at beaufortcountysc.gov/planning/ passive-parks, including one for the opening of Fort Frederick Heritage Preserve and the other for Widgeon Point Preserve.

“Sept. 25 was National Public Lands Day. With the fall weather coming up, there’s a lot of opportunity for people to come out to enjoy our natural and cultural resources for free from dawn to dusk every day,” Nagid said. “The website highlights what the county owns, but municipalities have their own park sites, we have two natural wildlife refuges in the area, and there are national parks. There is opportunity to get out and enjoy nature.”

Gwyneth J. Saunders is a veteran journalist and freelance writer living in Bluffton.

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Club and family surprise Sun City resident with state award

By Gwyneth J. Saunders CONTRIBUTOR

It took several months, spy-level secrecy, and a lot of paperwork, but the efforts were worth it when Sun City resident Anne Redlus learned she was South Carolina’s Jennie Award winner for the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. There are 19 GFWC chapters in the state.

It was not something Redlus expected, especially since she is the Jennie Award chair for the Southern Region, which also includes Georgia, Mississippi, Florida and Alabama. When Lowcountry GFWC President Phyllis Sippel made the announcement at the club’s September meeting, Redlus realized why she had not received any nomination packages.

“The Jennie Award is named in honor of Jane Cunningham Croly, who wrote for national newspapers under the pseudonym Jennie June,” said Sippel.

“The award highlights extraordinary clubwomen who epitomize her spirit of independence, courage, and persistence

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Anne Redlus, center, is surrounded by family after being presented with the South Carolina Jennie Award from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs Jennie Awards. From left are husband Howard Redlus, Phyllis Sippel of GFWC, daughter-in-law Rachel, granddaughter Ellie and son Eric Redlus.

in purpose through their roles as volunteers in their clubs, the community and as members of a family or extended family.”

The application process is detailed, Sippel said, and they were allowed 25 pages.

The initial file began with 32. Gathering the information meant getting a family member involved, and Redlus’ daughterin-law Rachel became the covert operator, keeping the plan from her husband and father-in-law. She tasked her daughter Ellie with interviewing a grandparent as “part of a school project” in order to collect information for the family portion of the application.

The subterfuge was a success, and Redlus was suitably surprised.

Since joining the organization in 1975 when she lived in New Jersey, Redlus’ participation in GFWC has included holding positions on local, state and national levels, establishing the Lowcountry club in 2015 and serving as its president for four years, working as the South

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Anne Redlus, left, listens to comments from Gail Elfert following the presentation of Redlus’ South Carolina Jennie Award from the General Federation of Women’s Clubs. Elfert is a previous winner of the award.

Carolina GFWC Health and Wellness chair, and as assistant to the International GFWC president.

Among the many service projects in which Redlus has been involved are Canine Companions, providing service dogs to people with disabilities. Redlus herself has raised five puppies, beginning when she was in New Jersey.

She was also involved in Bridge of Hope, a New Jersey organization that aids homeless women and their families find safe shelter and support. Among the international outreach projects in which she has participated is Operation Smile, sewing gowns and masks for children who are being treated for cleft palates.

Locally, Redlus runs the annual Christmas poinsettia sales, turning her garage into a temporary holiday garden to raise funds for the club’s projects. She spearheaded the first GFWC Military Women’s Tea in Sun City Hilton Head, bringing together former servicewomen and local first responders for an afternoon of stories and shared experiences.

She has worked with the Agape Family Life Center in Hardeeville and the Red Cedar Elementary School cereal box drive for the Guinness World Record.

Among the many ongoing annual efforts undertaken by the GFWC organization, Redlus has participated in Heifer International, CAPA, St. Jude Children’s Hospital and various soup kitchens.

“Official presentation will be made at the state convention, and you will represent South Carolina as our Jennie Award winner,” said Gail Elfert, a surprise guest at the meeting and state chair for the Jennie Award. “I’ve enjoyed reading every word in (the nomination package). No one could be more deserving. You’re the epitome of the Jennie Award.”

State award packages are forwarded to the regional clubs for selection – which means that this time Redlus will not be on the selection committee, she noted. Two packages from each of the eight national regions will be selected by Dec. 1 and will be sent to the national committee for selection in March. Out of the final eight, one nominee will be named the national Jennie Award winner.

“I was the South Carolina Jennie Award winner, and nothing’s ever touched me or surprised me or honored me more than having your peers in the state honor you,” Elfert said. “Anne is the most deserving person, hands down in every aspect: her family, her community and her club. She has a heart for volunteering, and it shows in everything she does, and I couldn’t be more proud of her.

There are GFWC clubs in all 50 states and at least a dozen countries with more than 80,000 members, according to the organization’s website.

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Paul and Nikki McBride and Paul’s father, Dennis, have owned Lowcountry businesses together for 20 years. Fun rarely factors in to the day-to-day of Paul’s other businesses. His new one more than makes up for the others on the fun front.

“This is something I truly enjoy. People are coming in, they’re smiling, looking to have fun and pump up their adrenaline,” said the co-owner of the new K1 Speed indoor racing center in Belfair Towne Village. “This is something my Dad and I always wanted to do. We love cars, we love racing, love speed. So this is exciting to make it happen.”

The multi-million-dollar facility opened officially Sept. 24, set to give race fans a one-of-a-kind racing experience.

The opening has been rumored for months and was confirmed when the McBrides posted a billboard along U.S. 278 in May advertising a late-summer opening. The buzz has been building and

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Racers speed to the finish on opening day Sept. 24 at K1 Speed in Bluffton.

the excitement of the popular franchise’s arrival in Bluffton has caused a stir among racing enthusiasts from across the region.

A post offering a sneak peek at the facility was the most interacted post in the history of the 15,000-member What’s

Happening in Bluffton Facebook group, sparking 500 comments, 1,000 likes and more than 1,500 shares.

The Bluffton location is the 56th location in a brand that spans the U.S., China, Mexico and England. This is one of the smallest physical locations in the chain and has changed the way the company thinks of new builds.

“They are usually looking for a 50,000to 60,000-square-foot industrial space.

This is smaller and inline retail,” McBride said of the 35,000-square-foot former home of Stein Mart. “I think we’ve changed the mold a bit here and we’re proud of that, a smaller space but you’re still getting 960 linear feet of driving.”

Faced with less space on the ground, the family built upward. The Bluffton track is just the second location in the chain and first new build to utilize multi-level racing.

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RACING from page 16A and quick dip,” McBride said. “Here, we’ve laid out 300 feet of racing track on the second level, where you can maintain speed and really get a rush coming down.”

This is not the gas-guzzling, smoke-emitting go karts you’ve driven on outdoor tracks. These are 100-percent emission-free electric carts. K1 Speed has been an innovator in indoor racing, providing racing junkies with an experience as close to professional speedway racing as you can get. And the Bluffton location is an incubator for new innovation.

“We are just the second location in the U.S. to get the European-style Superleggero electric carts. It’s counterintuitive to what you might be used to because the carts hit the top speeds so fast,” McBride said. “You’re getting maximum torque immediately, no lag between hitting the gas pedal and taking off. It’s an incredible experience.”

When the McBrides began talking about this move two years ago with K1, state and local laws did not allow for kart racing – the statutes were written decades

her full support.

She was one of the first to get an open-to-the-public test drive during a pre-opening event.

“Wow, what a rush. This is a game changer for the town, for the region,” Sulka said. “To have this level of excitement, it’s just the entertainment that families have been looking for.”

To be clear, the price tag ($23.95 per 12-lap race, $54.95 for a three-race pack) will take some getting used to for those used to a $8-to-$15 outdoor go-kart ride.

The electric carts race at speeds up to 45 miles per hour. There are junior and adult carts, as well as single- and double-seater rides. Staff can adjust cart speeds with a touch of a button to accommodate any K1 Speed owners Paul and Nikki McBride and Dennis McBride celebrate the grand opening of racing skill level. their business with a ribbon cutting Sept. 24. Joining in the festivities are members of Bluffton “Everything is tracked. Every opponent Town Council, the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce, as well as staff, friends and you beat is tracked and you earn cumucommunity members. lative points for every lap you lead. You’ll be able to constantly know all your stats,” ago when outdoor karts were the only op- updating the statutes and working with McBride said. tion. McBride worked with town officials us,” he said.

Social media posters were already to make the difference clear.

Mayor Lisa Sulka was an early convert, “The town could not have been more saying in an April 2021 interview that this Please see RACING on page 20A supportive in making this a reality, in is a win for the town and an idea that had

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RACING from page 18A trying to bring the uninitiated up to speed just minutes after the opening was announced.

“I just drove five hours to Atlanta last weekend to pay $35 a ride to get this experience, so comparatively, this is a bargain,” said one commenter.

K1 Speed will offer one-off races with online reservations, along with junior and teen racing leads and a monthly adult Grand Prix event, where racers will qualify for pole positions for the final race. McBride said private leagues among friends are also available, as well as bookings for corporate events and private parties.

Racers will have the option to purchase a ViewPoint camera that attaches to their racing helmet and records their race like a GoPro. The Bluffton K1 also has a variety of arcade games (with more on the way in the coming weeks), from air hockey to a VR arcade that offers gamers a chance to win monthly local cash prizes of up to $2,000. And for spectators and famished speedsters, the Paddock Lounge offers a variety of burgers, appetizers, pizza and

finger food. Beer and wine are also offered for those not racing or drivers who have finished racing for the day.

Paul’s wife, Nikki, has partnered in each of the family businesses, including the most recent Carolina Car Wash on Buckwalter Parkway (the family sold the business to Island Car Wash earlier this year). She admits the carts were a tough sell at first, but once she got to see the buildout and the carts in action, she was hooked.

“This is a next-level experience for kids of all ages here. It’s just unexplainable.

You have to experience it for yourself,” she said. “We’re so excited to get this open. Our staff has been amazing, the buildout team has gone above and beyond. It’s been a long journey, but we’ve heard it over and over again from our early visitors that we’re fulfilling dreams with this kind of competitive racing.”

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If you’ve been around Bluffton for a while, you know the name Tennison. Iris was a beloved school teacher in town and the family has always put giving back to the community first.

Even when she faced so many personal battles, Iris’s daughter Danielle always put others first. Now, she’s trying to win a unique pageant in hopes of inspiring folks in town and far beyond the welcome signs.

Danielle is raising money for a trip to Greenville for the Ms. Wheelchair South Carolina competition in February.

“I want people to hear my story, to see that everyone has their own normal,” she said. “There are no disabilities, just roadblocks.” She has battled spina bifida, a rare and debilitating condition, since birth.

“There’s an opening in your spine, because the neural tube doesn’t close all the way, so doctors could literally put their fingers into my back,” Tennison said. “There was an emergency surgery to

close my spine, but due to the opening, it altered some of my body functions.”

If you follow Tennison on social media, you know she never lets roadblocks limit her. The 37-year-old used arm crutches to walk until about eight years ago. She gained pregnancy weight while carrying her 13-year-old daughter, Donshea, pounds that never came off and caused her to pivot to a wheelchair.

“I was so against a wheelchair, but when I realized it was actually going to give me more mobility, I embraced it full-on and I love it,” she said. “I’d love an electric chair, but pushing this thing has given me some muscular arms.”

When the pandemic quarantine limited her ability to be outside, she decided to find a different way to connect with people. Tennison wrote a children’s book, “Know You Are Special,” based on her experiences growing up as the “disabled one.”

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She wrote the story in a couple hours, then researched how to find someone to publish it. Tennison found the right connection with Rincon-based Gifts From Above Publishing. “Know You Are Special” was published in January.

“I haven’t done a ton of in-person promotion because of COVID, but through social media, we’ve really found an audience and spread the word,” said Tennison, who is currently working on a follow-up book she hopes to publish later this year.

“This whole experience made me realize how important it is to have voices out there telling kids today what we didn’t hear as much when I was a kid,” she said. “That ‘disabled’ is just a word, that you can be whatever you want, and that folks that treat you as abnormal have zero power over you.”

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“If I’m going to be in this wheelchair most of the time, I’m going to make the most out of it. I’m going to be Ms. Wheelchair,” she said.

Miss Wheelchair USA is an organization focused on celebrating the achievements of women with disabilities. It is only one of two disabled-focused pageants among the 5,000 different pageants held annually. The national winner wins a speaking and appearance contract along with a slew of gifts and opportunities.

Tennison’s active and positive social media work and the message behind “Know You Are Special” drew the attention of South Carolina pageant officials, who asked her if she’d participate in this year’s competition.

“This is an amazing chance to be an advocate, to share my story, to really effect change for others,” Tennison said. “I’m not big on asking for help from others, but the end goal is worth putting myself out there a little bit and making the ask.”

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She has no intention of stopping there, with her eyes on the national contest in July 2022 in Ohio.

“I want to be a voice for those who have no voice, who don’t know who to contact when they hit roadblocks, who don’t have the support system I have,” said Tennison, who credits Iris, her sister Angela and her cousin, Ashley Cannick, atop the list of her network of support.

“Part of what we struggle with is we don’t want help, we want to be independent.

But I literally have trouble opening doors.

Every building should have wheelchair accessible ramps and electric doors.”

Tennison is a community advocate for the disabled in Bluffton and has seen positive change in her hometown in helping disabled people live normal lives.

“There’s still work to do, but you have to know which doors to bang on. I’m always at that door, I want to be that advocate for others on a larger scale,” she said. “I want to use this platform to bang on some bigger doors.”

Spina bifida is considered a rare condition, with about 200,000 cases per year diagnosed nationwide. Little is known about what causes it or what can prevent it. Doctors can know recognize it before birth and do corrective surgeries pre-birth to try to correct the spine opening.

October is National Spina Bifida Awareness Month, a time of year where Tennison is especially active in spreading her message. But she hopes a pageant win will allow her to have an impact to a wider audience.

“We need more dollars for research and that’s part of the work ahead, but mostly, it’s about spreading positivity, in showing that we will not let this define us,” Tennison said. “It’s just one chapter in a life’s worth of story telling.”

To support Tennison’s Ms. Wheelchair South Carolina campaign, go online to GoFundMe.com and search “Danielle Rolls For Ms. Wheelchair SC 2022.”

Tim Wood is a veteran journalist based in Bluffton. Contact him at timwood@blufftonsun.com.

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Chef, caterer, councilwoman and longtime Bluffton resident Bridgette Frazier at home.

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Bridgette Frazier, a former Beaufort County English teacher who was elected to the Bluffton Town Council in 2020, has now fulfilled one of her many dreams.

The caterer and operator of Chef B’s Eats food truck, Frazier is now the owner of a brick-and-mortar restaurant in Old Town, named Ma Daisy’s Porch in tribute to her grandmother Daisy.

“My dream for my business to be able to cultivate an experience for people where they are not only coming to enjoy the food but experience a bit of my culture,” said Frazier, who is a descendant of the local Gullah community. “For us, food starts the conversation. I want to have a shrimp net or a crab trap hanging up or outside, taking people on a journey through food and artifacts.”

Frazier comes naturally by the drive to bring food and people together.

Her late father, Oscar Sr., owned and operated Oscar’s BBQ in what looked

like a big red caboose with a pig’s head on it. It was one of many businesses and activities for which he was known, including his election in 1998 to the Bluffton Town Council and service as mayor pro tem.

Chef B’s food truck is frequently seen at events she caters but during the height of the pandemic, it was a different story.

“During the pandemic we were out like every single day because people weren’t able to go and dine, and communities were happy to have the food truck because we were able to bring the restaurant to the community,” she said.

“Now that things have kind of opened back up, we’re seeing less of a demand for the truck, and more of a demand for catering for events and stuff like that.”

Her larger goal and dream is to have a culture heritage center in Bluffton that tells the story of Gullah families and life in Bluffton.

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ville, but there are other stories here, such as my grandfather, who was one of the people who originally owned the oyster factory. It was a Gullah co-op, but people not from this area don’t know that,” Frazier said. “I want to create a food experience because it’s a great equalizer. When you sit down and you’re eating good food, you can start a conversation around a dish about everything.”

Oscar was born and raised in Bluffton. While visiting relatives in Charleston, he met and eventually married Marcia Renea, and settled in the area.

When Bridgette was 2, her mother became ill, and the family moved back to Bluffton where Oscar’s family could help raise the children. There was an older sister from a previous relationship her father had, and then two brothers with which she was the middle child.

When she was 7, her mother died, leaving a lifelong impact on her.

“You look at all your milestones, and they couldn’t be with you at any of them like middle school graduation. It’s one of those losses that you live with forever,” Frazier said.

Despite her loss, Frazier has warm memories of what she called “the best times of my life outside of college” while growing up at her grandmother’s house on Simmonsville Road.

“We loved wild honeysuckle, and my siblings and I would find a honeysuckle bush and sit there all day. My grandparents were very earth green.

They had five acres of land and they farmed on two of them,” she said. “We had every vegetable, we had sugarcane, watermelon, Muscadine grapes called bull grapes, a pear tree and plums. In the fields we had okra, corn, potatoes, tomatoes, field peas, blackberries. I love okra fried with shrimp, onions and gravy, pickled on a hamburger or hotdog, or dehydrated like a chip.”

Her early school days were spent at Goethe Day Center and then M.C. Riley. Her outgoing personality was quickly acknowledged by her teachers.

“I’ve always loved reading, and I would always be the one the teacher would call on to read aloud,” she said.

“I would always be given the note of ‘talks excessively’ on my report cards –

surprisingly.”

There was a more serious side of her school days, too.

“From the time my mom died – from second grade to sixth grade – I had a lot of difficulties behavior-wise. I was kind of checked out. I was not focused in class, and would be a problem kid,” said Frazier. “At one point they talked about putting me on Ritalin until Janice Barnwell, a social worker at M.C. Riley, requested to get me. She would have all these sensory toys in her office, and it would be a calming thing. We would watch videos about how a child copes with the loss of a parent, and dealing with grief. She helped me deal with that.”

From that point Frazier said she became a really good student.

“I loved English and loved math, and as I got into middle and high school my two standouts were definitely English and history,” she said. “As an adult, I can see why my dad refused to medicate me. I’m a real creative, and bouncing around doing all kinds of things.”

The Hilton Head High School graduate was president of Junior IMAGES – Inspiring Minorities to Greater Educational Success, part of a group called Strive To Excel that focused on students who were first generation potential college students.

“They worked with us on SAT prep, writing essays, writing goals. I remember the book they used ‘Seven Habits of Highly Effective People.’ We’d do that, and then they would have different career people come in to help people navigate their futures,” Frazier said. She was also a senator with student government and sang with the gospel and concert choirs.

She chose to attend South Carolina State University, and when she graduated in 2005 with a degree in secondary education, she took a job in West Palm Beach through a program sponsored by the NAACP. Within a month of her dad moving her to Florida, and settling into her new job, she received word that her father was gravely ill with stage 4 cancer.

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“I looked back at times and it made sense that people like that don’t get to stay around too long. You don’t find people like that who are so selfless,” she said. “He’s responsible for my beliefs, my ways of thinking. My opportunity to be my authentic self is due in large part to him.”

It is no surprise that she has become involved in local government. Frazier was involved in activism from the time she was in high school.

“In high school I knew that politics was going to be in my life. As a child, my father made us sit in the living room and watch Dan Rather and Ed Bradley. I was captivated by that. In college I was always involved in some movement, and every Martin Luther King holiday we would march to the capital. At the time it was getting them to remove the Confederate flag,” said Frazier. “In West Palm Beach, I would rally for higher wages for teachers, and when Trayvon Martin was killed, I took off work and we were marching with signs. Things like that always charged me up, that we belonged to a larger group of decency and civility. I knew I would always be a change-maker.”

In 2012, Frazier left her teaching job in West Palm Beach and returned to Bluffton.

“Every time I came back I saw that the Gullah community was disappearing, and that there was not enough equity. I want to be a part of something that ensures that erasure doesn’t not happen, and to be part of something that teaches,” she said.

Her first step was to run for Beaufort County School Board. She didn’t win that election but remained undeterred.

“I got the inspiration to run for the council from the community and successfully did so, and I’m fortunate that I’m always told by my colleagues that the perspective I am able to bring the council is unique,” said Frazier. “I come from the everyday common person and I’m rooted more in humanity and people than policy. I think policy should be

written in a way that positively impacts people more than becoming a burden.”

Although she is the daughter of a much-loved former councilman, any pressure to match his reputation is not coming from the public.

“It is self-imposed. With what he did and what he was able to achieve, I want to make sure that I not live up to his legacy – because he etched his own – but make my own legacy,” she said.

“What I don’t want to do is to sully the legacy he left. I am able to stand on his shoulders, but I want to be able to exert the same kind of influence he did to the world.”

One of Frazier’s goals as councilwoman is what she calls “lofty, even utopian.”

“I would really love for conversation to be achieved on true affordable housing for our hourly workers. And I would like to really look at bringing in developers or seeing if that’s something the town could orchestrate with various contractors and land space that we have,” she said. “I’d like to have someone to come in to address and give those hourly workers a place to live, because they want to live and work in the same area.”

She’d also like to have the community become more environmentally friendly, get people to understand that pushing for equity with the black community is not about race or superiority, and recognize in a tangible way the work carried out during the pandemic by groups like the town’s Public Works employees.

“We have the opportunity as council to use the American Recovery Act and funds like that to be able to give a hazard pay to certain employees,” she said. “The public works guys have been boots on the ground the entire pandemic. I want to see them be compensated for that, them and the police officers who were in the thick of COVID. They were putting themselves in harm’s way and out doing things, and they should be compensated in ways that shows we appreciate them.”

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Newbies Guide To Bluffton: How to get around the roundabout

By Tim Wood CONTRIBUTOR

PHOTOS BY ERIK ANDERSON

An overhead shot of the Bluffton Road (S.C. 46) and Bluffton Parkway roundabout with added directional arrows for right-lane driving appears in Erik Anderson’s video, “Bluffton Traffic Circle for Dummies.”

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You’re new here. You instantly fell in love with the charm and beauty of the Lowcountry. But now that you’ve been here for a bit, those same quirks that drew you in are now throwing you for a loop.

I get it. I was a newbie here once, when I moved here in 2004. And now, after moving away in 2014 and moving back in 2020, I’m an old newbie, part of an ever-growing cliché known as The Boomerang Bunch.

It’s why we’ve started this new series, the Newbies Guide, to give you a leg up and a roadmap as you build a new life in our mossy-oak nirvana.

What better way to start that roadmap than to literally start with a road, or a tricky part of one to maneuver.

I have had an ongoing conversation with readers and residents in my 15 years of covering Bluffton, and the question I get asked the most is, “What’s the deal

Bluffton Parkway

with the roundabout?”

Depending on where you’re from, it might look like a traffic circle or a rotary to you. The roundabout at the intersection of the Bluffton Parkway and the Bluffton Road portion of S.C. 46 was built in 2010. While other intersections in the new Parkway project that began in 2005 have traffic lights, the state Department of Transportation decided on a roundabout for this busy crossroads.

It’s all about traffic flow. There’s already a light at Red Cedar Road and another at Burnt Church Road. Too many traffic lights would cause a stop-and-start nightmare — at least that was the thinking right after Y2K. (Drive the Parkway from Burnt Church to Simmonsville at evening rush hour these days and you’ll have plenty of stops and starts and backups at the roundabout).

The roundabout is meant to keep a steady flow of traffic going with yields instead of lights, and intended to cut down

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This screenshot from Erik Anderson’s video, “Bluffton Traffic Circle for Dummies,” highlights a truck about to make a wrong move in front of the highlighted SUV.

on the likelihood of deadly accidents by eliminating the potential for 90-degree, T-bone collisions.

Study after study shows roundabouts as an effective deterrent and they are now the du jour trend nationwide. So why do we have so much trouble figuring out how to get through this bugger?

I don’t mean to rub salt in the wound, but a pre-construction DOT public forum vote was held at Bluffton High asking whether folks wanted a circle or a light.

We had a say, and the DOT said we chose the roundabout. This is pre-“fake news” and before election audits became sexy, so none of us questioned the results.

Most Blufftonians agree that the biggest issue with the roundabout is driver error.

While some would like to peg this just to visitors, at least 25 lifelong residents I spoke to ahead of writing this said they’ve been caught in an endless circle driving like the Griswolds in “European Vacation.”

“Hey, look kids, Big Ben!” Maybe if we put a clock tower in the middle of the circle, it would at least make the endless looping seem a bit more bearable.

A former Bluffton resident, Erik Anderson, died in a plane crash in 2019. Two years before the tragic accident, he made

a video titled “Bluffton Traffic Circle For Dummies.” The original posting had more than 100,000 views at one time. Anderson parked a drone over the roundabout and captured two near accidents that helped him perfectly illustrate the right and wrong way to traverse the asphalt beast.

The rules, on the surface, seem simple.

Yield to cars already in the roundabout.

When you enter the circle in the right lane, you can only make an immediate right or proceed to go straight through the circle while staying in the right lane.

No left lane switches allowed.

If you enter in the left lane, you have three choices: go straight through the circle, make an exit three-quarters through the circle – staying in your lane, or do a U-turn, heading back in the other direction. For all three options, stay in your lane.

The simple truth is that drivers are either too impatient to follow the rules or freeze up when faced with this new motorist twist. And even if you don’t fret, it is a delicate balance of defensive driving without being too defensive.

One of the most masterful defensive

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CIRCLES from page 33A drivers I know, Leah McCarthy, was in an accident with her kids in her minivan in 2013. She started an online petition to help force changes to the alignment, even had County Council calling on the DOT for help. Alas, the lobbying went nowhere.

The Sea Pines Circle on Hilton Head Island, built before our roundabout, has one lane in the middle, with concrete dividers at separate right-turn lanes every 90 degrees – so if you’re turning right, you never have to enter the circle. Why didn’t we do that?

The “experts” tell me there wasn’t enough space. Since it was a state road and technically outside town limits, Bluffton officials had less control over our first roundabout.

Our newest roundabout, at the S.C. 46 (May River Road) and S.C. 170 intersection, has two lanes and separate rightturn lanes. There was more of a blank canvas out that way – more land without existing construction to muck up the process.

They added behemoth overhead sig-

nage off of the Parkway entrances to the circle to give drivers more of a users’ manual than simply looking at the painted directions on the road.

That’s about all you can expect, folks.

It’s too expensive to tear up the roundabout and put in traffic lights. And frankly, the actuaries are right. The circle saves lives and keeps traffic flowing without constantly having to adjust light patterns to account for changing traffic volume.

Watch Anderson’s video, a fitting tribute to a fallen resident that took the time to try to help us figure out this vehicular abomination. To find it online, search Bluffton Traffic Circle for Dummies.

And be thankful you don’t live in Swindon, England. They have a ring junction there, the Magic Roundabout, with five mini-roundabouts that feed into a mega-roundabout, a creation that Swindon locals feel is proof that Satan is a DOT worker.

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High-speed softball tournament supports Built to Honor project

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The Black Knights team won the one-pitch charity softball tournament held Sept. 10 to raise money to build a home for a wounded veteran.

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Sun City softball players of all levels swung their bats in a one-pitch tournament Sept. 10 to raise money for a wounded veteran’s home. Hosted by the Sun City Softball Club and sponsored by the Pulte Group, the one-day event raised $9,674 for the Built to Honor program.

Launched in 2013, the program is currently building a home near Charleston, in the Summerville community of Bradford Pointe.

Lauren Altman, who works as chair for the program with Pulte Group, said Pulte partners with nonprofits like Military Warriors Support Foundation.

“We provide a mortgage-free home to a wounded veteran who needs a home. We rotate the location in our Coastal Carolinas Division, and this particular build will be near Charleston,” Altman said. “The home is about 1,900 square feet, one-floor living.

This particular veteran lost his leg in

combat, so it’s designed for ease of access to the home, being able to have wheelchair accessibility.”

Built to Honor has built and donated more than 60 homes across the country and works with veterans’ organizations to identify candidates.

Altman said she anticipates Bluffton will be the site of a similar project next year.

Opening ceremonies included Sun City’s Sun Tones, a four-part a capella group, under the direction of Lisbet Duponte. After singing the National Anthem, they performed their rendition of the Armed Forces Medley.

During tournament play, members of the eight participating teams had to make split-second decisions on swinging the bat because it literally was a one-pitch shot at seeing either a ball for a walk, a strike for an out, or a chance to hit the ball and get on base.

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Teams had one shot to win and move on, and by the end of the tournament, the Black Knights outlasted the seven other teams.

Meanwhile, behind the home team dugout, other players were cooking while guests and sports fans enjoyed a package lunch of the popular softball club hotdog, chips, cookies and drinks, with kettle corn available and ice cream donated by softball player Reg Greiner and his wife, Judi. All proceeds went to Built to Honor.

Barbara and Jeff Gaeta were working behind the condiments table.

“This was such a great fundraiser, we couldn’t resist it,” said Jeff Gaeta, who was a unit commander for the Army Corps of Engineers.

“With 9/11 around the corner, and all that’s going on around the world, we wanted to support this program to build homes for injured servicemen,” said Teresa Cabral, who was selling ice cream and kettle corn.

Altman said planning and organiz-

ing the tournament took a couple of months of preparation with softball club president Mitch Sacks.

“Bob Marek from Pulte called me, and said he wanted to do a charity for Built to Honor,” said Sacks.

Softball season began Aug. 31, so trying to fit in a tournament when the field is in use seven days a week was a challenge. “We’re right in the middle of the season, but we compromised and made it happen, and here we are,” Sacks said. “The weather’s been good, the opening ceremonies were great – it’s been a great day. Everybody’s having fun, win or lose, and the winner is the charity. The plan for next year is we’re going to make it a two-day event, have 16 teams, and double elimination. It’ll be more work, but more money for the charity. I told ... you handle the corporate stuff you need and leave everything else to me.”

Gwyneth J. Saunders is a veteran journalist and freelance writer living in Bluffton.

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Noteworthy • The 10th annual Camp Leo Charity Golf Tournament will be held Oct. 9 at Crescent Pointe Golf Course in Bluffton.

The format is Greens Keepers Revenge Scramble, with pins located in interesting places and scenarios. Prizes will be awarded for first, second, 12th, 20th and last places, and a putting contest winner.

To register, contact Dale Larow at 843707-9004 or dlarow@sc.rr.com.

The charity tournament helps fund Camp Leo, a free, week-long residential camp experience for legally blind campers ages 7 to 17 from all across the state.

worship leaders from across the Church of the Cross campuses. The event is free and open to the public.

For more information, contact Josh Lake at jlake@thechurchofthecross.net or 843-816-9310.

• Church of the Cross will host a Night of Worship with music at 6 p.m.

Oct. 10 at the Chapel, 491 Buckwalter Parkway in Bluffton.

Titled “Congregational Singing in the Life of the Church,” the event compliments Pastor Jonathan Riddle’s teaching series “Music: The Language of God.” Congregational singing will be led by

• The Christian Women’s Connection will honor local veterans and first responders at its luncheon at 11:30 a.m.

Oct 13 at Hampton Hall Club House.

The patriotic program will include heroes Capt. Daniel Byrne of Burton County Fire District, and Ken Huddelson and his canine service buddy Guideon.

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• The Athletic Club of the Lowcountry will meet at 7 p.m. Oct. 11 at Lord of Life Church, 351 Buckwalter Parkway.

Guest speaker is Wally Bunker will be the featured speaker. Bunker is a former Baltimore Orioles pitcher who helped win the 1966 World Series.

All sports fans are invited. Masks are required and social distancing suggested.

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Outreach program links people with resources they need

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Founded in 2008, the Neighborhood Outreach Connection is a nonprofit organization that empowers people to pull themselves out of poverty and improve their overall quality of life.

NOC goes into low-income neighborhoods to offer help with education, workforce development and health services.

The idea is to bring support to the people where they are.

“That is what separates the NOC model from other service providers,” founder and chair Narendra Sharma said. “We want to be in the neighborhood, where transportation is no longer an issue, and where we can connect with families.”

The organization has six learning centers in neighborhoods throughout Beaufort County – three on Hilton Head Island, one in Bluffton and two in downtown Beaufort.

The learning centers are staffed with school teachers and volunteers who help children with homework after school and during the summer. NOC also provides adult education classes in partnership with Beaufort County Adult Education, currently on hold because of the pandemic.

NOC brings technology resources to those low-income families who do not have home Internet access or computers.

The organization has partnered with Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Volunteers in Medicine and the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control to offer health screenings and COVID-19 vaccinations.

The NOC model has been extremely successful over the years but not without its challenges. Sharma said the toughest part of his job is dealing with investors who come in and convert low-income housing into luxury apartments, forcing hardworking families out and making it more difficult for NOC to serve them.

“It’s ruthless out there – the gentrification that is taking place,” Sharma said.

“No one writes about it. No one talks about it. People are unaware of it. But yet

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it is happening in our backyard.”

Sharma is thankful for the rewards.

Seeing families thrive after receiving a little help, hearing from a child who earned an A, running into former students who have graduated high school and are now working for a living, and learning that a health screening saved someone’s life all make it worthwhile to Sharma.

The organization is now in discussions with a housing development company to replicate and expand the NOC business model at its sites in Greenville, Charleston, Virginia and Texas.

NOC is grateful for the community’s ongoing support. A recent golf tournament at the Colleton River Pete Dye Course brought in more than $60,000.

In addition to more partner organizations, NOC needs more volunteers with backgrounds in education, healthcare and community development. Executive Director Madeline Helser-Howard said the organization has lost staff and volunteers during the pandemic.

“Other than normal cleaning supplies, snacks, things to get us through our day to day at the learning centers, I think that the volunteers are super important for us right now,” Helser-Howard said. “So we’re really looking for the community to step up and help kids that are the most at risk.”

For more information on Neighborhood Outreach Connection or to get involved, visit noc-sc.org or call 843-681-4100.

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 Italian-American Club of Hilton Head will host two events during Italian Heritage Month in October.

The Zin Experience will be held Oct. 13 from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the Omni Oceanfront Resort in Palmetto Dunes, and will include an array of wines for tasting, as well as hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $25 and are available by calling 843785-2277. For more information, email John DeCecco at jdc3@hargray.com.

The Heritage Festival will be held from 1 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 at Coastal Discovery Museum at Honey Horn and will include food, educational information, kids’ zone, arts and crafts and other Italian cultural experiences.

Tickets are $6 at the gate and parking is free. For more information, contact Paul Caimano at paccomkt@aol.com or

412-897-1148.

• America’s Boating Club Hilton Head will offer America’s Boating Course from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct 16 at the USCB Bluffton campus, 1 University Blvd.

The safe boating class is appropriate for anyone new to boating, those who have never taken a boating course, or those who simply need a refresher course boating and safety. To register, visit abchh.org. Cost is $75 per person.

Lunch is available at the USCB cafeteria.

• The Ancient Order of Hibernians will host its fifth annual Irish Golf Tournament Oct. 16 at Okatie Creek Golf Course in Sun City. The event is open to all golfers.

Registration is $90 per player, which includes green fees, cart, range ball, lunch and prizes. Register by check payable to Bishop Patrick Lynch Division, AOH, and mail to David Cullen, 113 Doncaster Lane, Bluffton, SC 29909. For

more information, call 843-706-6236 or visit BPLAOH.org..

• The Big Ten on Hilton Head will hold its annual tailgate from 4 to 6 p.m.

Oct. 17, at the pavilion at Honey Horn, with box lunches from Publix. All Big Ten alumni, supporters, fans and friends are invited to attend and wear their school colors.

The speaker will be Kevin Warren, Big Ten Commissioner.

Box lunches from Publix need to be reserved with the registration form. Cost is $17.50. For more information and registration forms email BIG10onHH@ gmail.com.

• Palmetto Dunes Cares will hold an Online Auction with bidding beginning at 7 p.m. Oct. 18 and ending Oct. 21 at 7 p.m.

Items include plane rides, golf outings, jewelry, spa, health services, pet grooming and restaurant certificates.

All proceeds will go towards providing

resources for grants and distributions to local charitable organizations in the greater Hilton Head area, consistent with the mission of Palmetto Dunes Cares.

Established in 2018, Palmetto Dunes Cares is a charitable fund created by property owners in Palmetto Dunes. For more information, visit palmettodunescares.org.

• Bluffton Jasper Volunteers in Medicine will hold its Bourbon & Bubbly Gala four-course dinner from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28 at Oldfield’s River Club.

The event also celebrates BJVIM’s 10th anniversary of caring for those in need.

Tickets are $150 each, table of eight for $1,000, or become a friend of the clinic for $500, with two tickets and a donation to the clinic.

The event will raise funds for those in our community who can not afford health insurance.

For more information and to purchase tickets, call BJVIM at 843-706-7090.

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Meet the creative mind behind the coolest doormats in town

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CurTina Fields isn’t from here. The Orangeburg native moved here when her Mom went to work for the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office. She is a certified nursing assist and dental assistant, two jobs that help her show off her people-pleasing personality.

But she’s found a way to show off the many personalities of Blufftonians by reinvigorating a household item many of us give little thought to.

Fields took advantage of the COVID quarantine to focus on her crafting and decorating skills while caring for her three school-age boys (four if you count husband Morris).

“Hobby Lobby loves me, because I find a different décor for every mood,” said the budding small business owner. “We move the furniture around 10 to 15 times a year, I’m always redecorating, but we went into overdrive during COVID,” she said.

While cleaning off her front porch early in the pandemic, Fields noticed the house needed a new doormat. When she couldn’t find anything matched her energy, she decided to make one for herself.

“You go to the stores, it’s like the same four mats everywhere. I wanted something that showed off who I am, something fun,

so I researched it and made a mat of my own,” Fields said. “Pretty soon, I had a lot of friends asking for one and then family – and we have a big family. So I realized I’m having fun with this, making people smile.

This might actually be a business.”

In August 2020, Fields launched Sagi To Décor, a website that sells ecofriendly doormats with catchy sayings and custom messages. The name is a double entendre, meant to signify the type of business, but also to highlight her astrological sign.

“I’m a Sagittarius to the core, the name just popped into my head and stuck,” she said.

While the eco-conscious nature of her approach stands out, it’s the sayings on the doormats that have truly captivated folks online.

“I find many people saying, ‘It’s like you’re in my head.’ I say a lot of things on the mats that folks are a little too shy to say,” Fields said. “And now, the doormats say it for them, sets the tone before any visitors enter the house.”

Prepare for a PG-13 rated, laugh-inducing experience when you visit sagitodecor. com. The endless creativity on display had me cracking up and sending screenshots to my wife all afternoon.

Fields can do seasonal, like her “Hope

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DOORMATS from page 40A you brought boos” or “The neighbors have better candy” designs. She can do poignant, like the “a cancer-beating survivor lives here” mat. She can do timely, like the best-selling “Welc-, wait, are you vaccinated?” eye-catcher.

“It’s all about what kind of personality you want to show off. I can and will put anything on a mat, and I have plenty of clients that want some cuss words,” she said.

They are some of the funnier ones, too – a little too R-rated for a family newspaper.

She is constantly creating new stencil designs with her Cricut machine. All the work is done from her house – she sourced the coconut-based doormat material from overseas, taught herself website and graphic design for the layouts and for building her online presence.

“I’m always getting new phrases from folks on social media, wanting to see if it would make a good mat. I’m always jotting ideas in my notebook, so much that my hubby asks me to put it away,” she said. “If it’s trending, if there’s a new hot phraseology, it’s going on a mat.”

She is a pop-culture junkie and it shows

in her creations, from her “Get Tah Steppin” tribute to the classic sitcom “Martin” to one of her current TV obsessions, “A ‘Manifest’ Fan Lives Here.”

“I didn’t start this as a business, but it’s just amazing the connections you can make with people just by tapping into one thing they love,” she said.

There’s “Hope You Like Casamigos,” a tribute to a favorite tequila – alcohol and food is a theme in many of the requests she receives.

Then there’s the catchy messages like “Check Ya Energy Before You Come in This House” and “Home: Where the Ho & Me Come Together.”

Bought a new home? How about “New Home, Who Dis?” Want to show off your pitbull as a cuddle bug? Fields can put color and pictures on any mat.

The possibilities are endless, and Fields has a tough time picking which ones she brings with her when selling the $30-$45 mats at the Bluffton Gullah Market or other local vendor events, like the upcoming Festival on Main in Hardeeville.

“It cracks me up when I get a 70-some-

thing eyeing the ‘Bless This Hizzle Fo Shizzle’ or the ‘Like a Good Neighbor, Stay Over There’ mats, like a teenager buying condoms at a pharmacy,” she said. “I just say, ‘Don’t be shy, it’s your house, say what you want to say.’”

Fields does simple as well – she has plenty of “Bluffton State of Mind” designs and counts her designs with the palmetto tree and crescent moon as her favorites.

The mats are hand-painted with an acrylic paint and sealed with a UV-resistant spray and a durable backing that stays put.

She currently sells in three sizes, a standard 18x30, a small 16x24 and a 24x36 for double doors.

Since launching in August 2020, Fields has built a diehard local following. And, as tourists have seen her designs at pop-up markets, the Sagi movement has spread across the country.

“They’ll bring back the mat and all of a sudden, I have 20 orders from one neighborhood in Michigan. It’s awesome to see the fun spread,” she said. “We’re giving life to something we just stomp our dirty shoes all over, and people love that.”

Supplies is the only thing holding Fields back from growing more.

“I’d love to find a local company that can make these mats the way I want to present them. Everyone is having issues when you try to get things from overseas right now,” she said. “But the Amazon and the DHL guys, they love me. I keep them busy.”

Fields is getting ready for a big end of the year ahead, with plans for holiday sales and even more designs, like her multi-meaning, Christmas-themed “Come on in, we’re lit” mat. She is also expanding the empire, as she looks to add kitchen mats and possibly even wall signage to her collection.

“The next design is just waiting to happen. It’s just so exciting to know I had the courage to take this step, to put all of me out there,” she said. “And to see a brand building simply by showcasing every side of my life.”

Check out the full array of Fields’ designs on the web or on Instagram @sagi_to_decor.

Tim Wood is a veteran journalist based in Bluffton. timwood@blufftonsun.com.

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Event to raise funds for Osprey Village

Osprey Village, a local nonprofit focused on adults with developmental disabilities, will host its fourth annual golf tournament Nov. 7 at Golden Bear Golf Course in Indigo Run on Hilton Head Island.

Registration is open through Oct. 25.

Sign-in begins at 11 a.m. with a shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. Mulligans and raffle tickets will be available for purchase.

The event includes 18 holes of golf, cart, box lunch, and after-play cookout.

The cookout also is open to non-golfers for $25 each.

Options are available for various sponsorships, from $150 per player to title

sponsorship.

The goal of Osprey Village is to create an inclusive residential “neighborhood with a purpose,” serving Beaufort and Jasper counties. Residents with a variety of needs will have access to individualized services such as life skills training, employment assistance, recreational facilities, and social opportunities, all in a safe and attractive setting.

The village housing options will be located in Hardeeville, off Hwy. 170, and will include individual homes, cottages and apartments.

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LEGAL

Self-help should not apply to estate planning

By Mark F. Winn CONTRIBUTOR

With the pervasiveness in our society of do-it-yourself everything and the promise of fast, cheap and easy legal documents created at the click of a mouse, the public needs to beware.

WebMD.com is no replacement for a doctor. Likewise, self help and estate Mark F. Winn planning do not mix. When it comes to legal matters, the question is not “Is it legal?”

The question is, “What are the legal consequences?”

For example, let’s assume a client comes into the office with an internet-driven will. He thinks it accom-

plishes his objectives. On the surface it appeared to, but as we begin to talk, I learn that one of his chief objectives is to ensure that there will be peace and harmony among his children after he and his wife pass.

Since he has a will alone, most of his and his wife’s assets will eventually go through probate. Thus, a hefty fee to the treasurer is likely.

As we talked, I was perusing the will and I explained to him that “reasonable fees” in South Carolina to the executor could be substantial.

He did not want his children to fight. This provision could frustrate his objectives to ensure that there would be peace and harmony among his children after he and his wife passed. Why? Well, let’s ask the proper question.

In this case, what are the legal consequences of providing an executor

who is entitled to reasonable fees?

1. Additional fees to the treasurer because of will alone planning.

2. Potential tension and conflict among his children with regard to the fees.

3. Would these fees be subject to income tax? Yes, it would be earned income to the executor. Would they be subject to income tax if the attorney was paid to do all the work?

No, they would create an income tax deduction for the estate.

4. Is it fair for the executor to be paid a fee other than reimbursement?

Not if the executor hires an attorney to do the work and gets paid anyway.

5. Is this what the client would have wanted? Probably not.

6. Will this cause conflict among the children? Maybe.

7. Is this what the client wanted?

No.

Okay, let’s assume it is $1 million going through probate upon the second death. The result is a fee of nearly $2,000 to the probate court, fees to the child executor for pay (which are subject to income tax).

This might cause a conflict among the children.

If all this happens, the original objective (peace among the children) was not accomplished.

Remember, when it comes to legal documents, the real question should be “What are the legal consequences?” The answers will show that a professional should handle these affairs.

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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LEGAL

Pitfalls of do-it-yourself estate planning documents

By Rebekah Thompson CONTRIBUTOR

consider any nuisances in a specific state’s rules.

• Legislative developments, and changing estate and tax laws impact your estate planning documents. DIY websites do not offer any form of legal or tax advice, and their websites are full of disclaimers stating such.

Plus, that DIY website is not going to update you when there is any form of changes in the estate or tax laws.

• DIY documents are usually one-size-fitsall documents, meaning your DIY document is only going to address the most basic components of an estate plan, and that is it. DIY documents are not going to give you sound legal advice regarding any complex issue that might be affecting your estate such as disinheriting a child, blended family issues, or establishing separate trusts for children.

• Incorrect terminology is a major issue with DIY. Creating your own documents is not as simple as inputting well-known terms into a box, and hitting “enter.” In today’s society, with blended families being the norm,

the way you define familial relationships is different from the legal definition of family members. This is especially true in terms of the classification of stepchildren.

• Errors in documents can render them invalid. DIY documents usually seem fine until they need to be used. Then the issues become obvious, and the results could be detrimental. DIY websites are not responsible for validating your document’s usability.

They simply provide a vehicle for you to create any given document.

The list of pitfalls is far more numerous than the five listed above. Whether the list has five or five thousand pitfalls, the takeaway is the same. DIY estate planning documents are never a good idea.

Do not leave your estate to chance and roll the dice with a DIY document. Talk to a qualified estate planning attorney about your estate plan.

Rebekah Thompson is an associate attorney with Elder Law & Estate Planning Center. hiltonheadelderlaw.com

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Do-It-Yourself, or “DIY,” is all the rage these days. A simple Google search will reveal hundreds of step-by-step guides for any DIY project you can imagine, from something simple like painting a picture or learning to change the oil in your car to major home improvement projects.

While in theory the ability to DIY almost any project or task is great, in practice there are some things better left to a professional, like your estate planning documents.

There is no law that says you have to use a qualified estate planning attorney to draft your documents. Many people believe that drafting an estate planning document is “simple” and “easy,” and they would rather have “cheap” and “quick” documents than go through the process of hiring an attorney.

But ask yourself these questions: If you needed a root canal, would you do it yourself by following a YouTube video?

No. You would go see a dentist because you would want a professional to tend to your teeth, and ensure you didn’t damage your mouth.

If you needed your appendix removed, would you do it yourself? No. You would go to a doctor because you would want a professional to tend to your medical needs, and ensure you didn’t damage your body.

So, why then do people risk damaging their estates by drafting their own documents? When you do not seek qualified advice and assistance from an estate planning attorney, you put your entire estate at risk.

For example: • A common mistake people make with DIY estate planning documents is neglecting to verify the formatting and execution requirements for their estate planning documents. Every state has different rules and requirements surrounding number and type of witnesses, if a notary is required, attestation clauses, etc. Those cheap DIY documents are more than likely a set template that doesn’t

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TECHNOLOGY

Our powerful technology tools require powerful protection

By Joel Braun CONTRIBUTOR

In today’s digital age, our devices hold a wealth of information. Unfortunately, there is room for error when storing essential documents and information on your devices. If you’ve experienced the pain of losing critical data or having an account hacked, you know taking a few extra steps to secure them is worth it.

Here are some ways to protect your data and devices from getting lost or compromised.

Surge protectors: Swap out your power strip for a surge protector. A surge protector may look like a power strip, but it protects your computer from a power surge or spike.

A power spike or power surge can shorten the life of your computer, wipe out all your data, or destroy your system.

Consider using a surge protector to safeguard all high-end devices.

Update your password: To secure your

Wi-Fi router, change the admin username and password. Since most routers ship with a default password, hackers can get in and make changes with almost no effort as long as they know your router model.

Change your router’s SSID (the name that

shows up when you try to connect to it), as well. Like usernames and passwords, routers are shipped with default SSIDs, making it easier for hackers to get in. So, get creative and rename them something unique.

Blocking spam message and callers:

One of the methods scammers use to collect your personal information is pop-up surveys offering valuable gifts for a few minutes of your time. While it appears official, with simple multiple-choice questions, a choice of rewards, and an order form, these phishing scams may infect your computer with a virus or compromise your credit card information.

Identify and block all spam messages.

Always contact the business at their official contact address or number to confirm authenticity.

Back up your data: Our devices hold critical documents and priceless memories. Secure an archive of your important information on a hard drive so that you can restore your device quickly and easily in the event of data loss.

Perform regular backups either manually or automatically to ensure your archive is up to date.

Joel Braun is the general manager of Hargray.

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EDUCATION

High school students can double up with dual enrollment

By Leigh Copeland CONTRIBUTOR

The Technical College of the Lowcountry provides career, university transfer and continuing education offerings for adults of all ages. But did you know that TCL, like many community colleges, also provides college classes for students currently in high school?

TCL’s dual enrollment program allows qualified high school students to take classes at TCL and earn both high school and college credit. Here in Beaufort County, the school district covers the cost of tuition and books for its dual enrollment students. In other words, these students pay nothing out of pocket to jumpstart their college education or careers.

Students can attend classes at our Bluffton, Beaufort or Hampton campus or can choose online classes. More than 1,000 Beaufort County high school students have participated in dual enrollment in the past three years.

Popular dual enrollment classes include introductory college courses across a variety of subjects such as English, humanities, mathematics, language, physical sciences and social sciences.

Upon completion, these college-level courses will then easily transfer to the students’ future universities, potentially saving them and their parents tens of thousands of dollars. In addition, recent studies show that dual enrollment helps ease this transition to college and can also lead to better grades and higher retention and completion rates at four-year universities.

According to the College in High School Alliance, a coalition of national and state dual enrollment advocates, dual enrollment is key to expanding access and affordability “for all students, particularly those who are low-income, underrepresented in higher education or at risk of not completing postsecondary education.”

Dual enrollment is also a great option for high school students who are undecid-

ed about higher education. The program provides a unique opportunity for them to try out college-level material in a real college setting that offers the nearby support of family and friends.

But TCL dual enrollment opportunities aren’t just for university-bound students.

TCL is currently working to expand its career and technical dual enrollment offerings, which will increase the pipeline of career-ready high school graduates who can take their skills right into our local indus-

tries and businesses.

The college recently launched building construction and HVAC dual enrollment classes in Beaufort and Bluffton and look forward to expanding into other areas such as culinary arts, criminal justice and computer technology.

With appropriate grades and planning, dual enrollment students even can earn a TCL associate degree or college certificate.

Oftentimes these students will graduate TCL before walking across their own high school stage to receive their high school diploma.

Whether the student is headed to a fouryear university or wants to go right into the workforce upon high school graduation, dual enrollment offers high school students a smart pathway to a bright future.

For more information, contact your high school counselor visit tcl.edu/dual.

Leigh Copeland is the assistant vice president of marketing and public relations for Technical College of the Lowcountry.

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HEALTH

Cellulitis: Understanding cause, effects, treatment

By Oswald Lightsey Mikell CONTRIBUTOR

Cellulitis is a common, potentially serious bacterial skin infection. The affected skin will appear swollen and red and is typically painful and warm to the touch. Although cellulitis can appear anywhere on your body, the most common location is the lower leg.

Q: How do I know if I have cellulitis?

A: Possible symptoms (which typically appear on only one part of the body) may include: red area of skin that tends to expand, swelling and tenderness, pain, fever, red spots or blisters, and skin dimpling.

Q: What causes cellulitis?

A: Cellulitis is usually caused when a crack or break in your skin allows bacteria to enter. Among some of the

causes are infections after surgery, long-term skin conditions such as eczema or psoriasis, or foreign objects in the skin.

infection), diabetes or other significant medical conditions such as liver or kidney disease, or swelling in your arms or legs that will not go away.

Q: Is this a serious condition?

A: It can be. Hospitalization could be required if the infection is severe, you have other medical problems, you’re very young or very old, the cellulitis covers large areas, is on your hands, or is close to body parts like your eyes, or if the infection continues to worsen.

Q: What can you do to treat cellulitis?

A: You should call your dermatologist for an appointment. In the meantime, you can try the following: • Rest the area • Elevate the area to ease swelling and discomfort • Use over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or ibuprofen to ease the pain, as well as keep your fever down • Make sure it heals over the next few days

Q: Are there any particular injuries or diseases that may be at risk for cellulitis?

A: Yes. Animal or human bites, puncture wounds deeper than a half-inch (as from stepping on a nail), crushed tissue that bleeds, burns that blister, frostbite, deep injuries with dirt in them, injuries that touch sea water (making them more prone to

Q: Is there anything you can do to prevent cellulitis?

A: There are several steps you can take for prevention including: gen-

tly washing your wound daily with soap and water, applying a protective cream or ointment, covering your wound with a bandage, and watching for signs of infection. Also, practice good personal hygiene and keep your skin clean, wear sturdy, well-fitting shoes or slippers with loose-fitting cotton socks. And don’t walk barefoot outdoors.

Most people with cellulitis will begin to improve in two to three days.

However, continued redness, pain, fever and drainage all signal possible infection, and the need for medical evaluation. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, call a dermatologist.

Dr. Oswald Lightsey Mikell, certified by the American Board of Dermatology and the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, is the owner of Dermatology Associates of the Lowcountry.

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HEALTH

An ounce of care is worth a pound of cure

By James G. Jenkins CONTRIBUTOR

When it comes to dental implants, there is some good news, and some bad news.

Dental implants are not subject to tooth decay, which is the good news.

The bad news is that dental implants are subject to gum disease. Just like teeth, if the implant develops an infection, it can ultimately loosen and fall out.

Therefore, just like someone with natural teeth, implants require similar maintenance, which includes home care and occasional professional care. Anything that negatively impacts the bone can also cause them to fail.

One big factor is smoking. Diabetes and certain bone diseases can be treated and are somewhat out of the patient’s control. The effects of smoking and lack of maintenance are under the patient’s control.

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This could lead to additional harmful bacterial build-up, which is not the desired effect.

You should also be instructed on home care to more assure the longevity of the implant.

For those who have natural teeth, maintenance is critical to maintain a healthy oral environment. Since teeth are subject to both decay and gum disease, the task can be even harder.

Teeth are the only part of our bodies that can remain youthful no matter what the chronologic age. This should be a motivating factor so as not to have to replace failing teeth with dental implants.

Just like a luxury automobile, or a fine watch, routine maintenance and care can make teeth, and dental implants, last a long time.

James G. Jenkins, D.M.D. is the owner of Bluffton Dental Care in Bluffton.

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Bishop Eye Center opens new location in Bluffton Bishop Eye Center has expanded its service locations, opening a new office at 4808 Bluffton Parkway in the Bluffton Centre.

Offering a wide variety of services from comprehensive eye exams to cataract surgery, Bishop Eye Center is focused on restoring their patients’ abilities to see their world with their best personal vision.

The new location provides patients in the area with improved access to its team of doctors: Trey Bishop, MD; Scott Schultz, MD; John-Michael Johnson, OD; Carole Drabik, OD; Ken Gleitsmann, MD, MPH; and Emily Bollin, OD. To make an appointment at the Bluffton location or any of the other Bishop Eye Center offices, call 843-689-3937.

Bishop Eye Center is a Hilton Head Island, Bluffton, and Hardeeville leader in refractive cataract surgery that is internationally recognized for patient outcomes.

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Physician assistant joins Beaufort Memorial Express Care Beaufort Memorial has added a board-certified physician assistant to its Express Care & Occupational Health team.

Tiffany Rahn, PA-C, began seeing patients at the walkin clinics last month.

She joined the Beaufort Memorial medical staff in 2019 Tiffany Rahn and has been part of the hospital’s Orthopaedic Specialists practice in Okatie and Beaufort since then.

Rahn spent more than 20 years as an emergency medical technician and paramedic prior to completing her physician assistant training in 2008 at Riverside Community College in California. She received her Master of Science in physician assistant studies at A.T. Still University of Health Sciences

in 2019, and will complete her Doctorate in Medical Science later this fall.

Prior to coming to Beaufort Memorial, she worked as a physician assistant in a variety of health care settings, including the orthopedic department at Riverside University Health System Medical Center in Moreno Valley, Calif., and the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville. More recently, she worked in the emergency room at Coastal Carolina Hospital in Hardeeville and the St. Joseph’s/Candler urgent care center in Bluffton.

At Beaufort Memorial Express Care, Rahn will see patients in the clinics’ three locations: Bluffton, Okatie and Port Royal. All are open seven days a week, including weekday evenings, and offer on-the-spot treatment for non-life-threatening medical issues.

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HEALTH

It’s that time! Medicare’s Annual Election Period is upon us

By Terri Nelson-Bunge CONTRIBUTOR

Do you feel a little anxious every year when Oct. 15 rolls around? If you’re one of the millions of Americans on Medicare, the answer may be a resounding “Yes!” Why? Because Oct. 15 marks the beginning of Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP), which continues until Dec. 7.

What is AEP? Let’s try to keep it simple. It’s the time of year when Medicare beneficiaries, those 65 and older, can review their current Medicare plan and make any changes if they desire to do.

Everyone on Medicare already has Part A and Part B. These parts of your healthcare coverage are a constant; they never go away and are not up for review. It’s the Medicare Part C and D that are in question.

AEP addresses the changes in Medicare Advantage (aka Part C), and Part D pre-

scription drug plans for the upcoming year.

This is where the anxiety comes in. Do you just keep your current coverage or venture into another plan for next year which offers you lower co-pays and more benefits?

More benefits? What benefits? Some of them to look for include: Meal benefits, transportation, gym membership, dental, vision, hearing, Part B Premium Givebacks,

over-the-counter allowances.

Which ones are most important to you?

And what if you have a Plan F, G, or N Medicare Supplement? Can these plans also be reviewed during AEP? Absolutely! The goal is to keep the same coverage you currently enjoy with the possibility of lowering your premium.

If you’re just becoming eligible for Medi-

care in the beginning of 2022, you’re probably wondering where your situation fits into AEP. The Annual Election Period is a great time to look at the new Medicare plans and benefits that will be available when your coverage starts.

You have three months before and three months after you turn 65 to explore your options and enroll in a Medicare plan.

Ideally, your plan should start the month your Medicare becomes effective to ensure you have as much coverage as possible from Day One. So take a deep breath. Help is out there.

A competent, experienced agent can help review or even customize a plan based upon your doctors of choice, the medications you take, and what benefits are most important to you.

Terri Nelson-Bunge is a local independent representative with Amerilife who helps clients review and navigate their Medicare benefits. terri.nelsonbunge@amerilifeagent.com.

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FAITH

Whose image do you see in the prisoner wearing orange?

By Stephanie Dion CONTRIBUTOR

For about a year now, my church has been asking questions about the criminal justice system and what God might be calling us to do to create meaningful change.

Before getting to the action part, we have spent a lot of time listening and learning about how Stephanie Dion the criminal justice system works, the causes of mass incarceration, current reform efforts, and how our local system functions here in Beaufort County.

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a USC law professor who started a restorative justice nonprofit.

By the time this article is published, we will also have completed a threeweek criminal justice community conversation series in which we invited local leaders to share an overview of their duties and responsibilities, and answer our questions, including the Beaufort County sheriff, solicitor, and a state senator.

All of this learning begs two big questions for me as a Christian who takes the biblical call seriously to do justice and to love my neighbor and my enemy who are made in the image of God: How do we shift from a focus of retributive justice (punishment) to restorative justice (healing relationships and restoration to community)?

And how do we shift from talking about “criminals” to talking about people who have been trapped in

cycles of poverty, addiction and abuse?

From my reading of the Bible, God is a god who yearns to restore the world and relationships; this is epitomized in the life, death and resurrection of Jesus as God came in the flesh to do just that. It is also through Jesus that we see the breaking-down of stereotypes such as the poor, hungry, sick, and imprisoned: The Bible says that when caring for such people, we are actually caring for Jesus (Matthew 25).

And then Jesus takes the imprisoned figure even further – he is arrested, imprisoned, mocked, convicted, and given the harshest sentence of the day.

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Would you still forget about them, “out of sight and out of mind”?

I’ve come to the conclusion that regardless of what actions come from this criminal justice initiative, the starting point is and must be identifying those who are imprisoned with Jesus himself. So next time you hear about someone who has been arrested, who has been awaiting trial for three years, or who has been sentenced to life in prison, I pray that behind the orange jumpsuit you see the face of Jesus, and from that be convicted to do justice.

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NATURE’S WAY

Waves of mullet, shrimp make annual ‘run’ to escape predators

By Collins Doughtie CONTRIBUTOR

Even if you don’t fish, if you have lived here for any period of time, chances are you have seen silver fish that are long and slender with rounded heads, jumping repeatedly out of the saltwater or in brackish lagoons. It’s hard to miss because it appears they like to jump, even though every time they land it’s a belly flop.

What are they? They’re mullet.

I sort of remember the first time I saw mullet jumping when my family moved here and, already being a rabid fisherman, I couldn’t wait to wet a line and catch one.

But no matter how hard I tried, I never caught one.

It wasn’t until an elderly gentleman working at the Sea Pines golf course pulled me aside one day and said, “Get yourself a cane pole, a tiny hook and use bread balls and you’ll catch ’em one after another,” followed by “Dem is some good eating too!”

As bottom feeders, mullet mainly eat grass, algae and plankton. Mullet caught from the open ocean are pretty tasty, but from experience, I can tell you mullet from brackish lagoons tastes like fried pluff mud with a hint of Old Bay seasoning.

But back to the real question – “Why do mullet jump?” – nobody seems to know. I sure wish I had a nickel for every time folks have asked me that question. Over the past week or so, I might finally have an answer.

For the next few weeks at least, they are jumping because if they don’t, something is going to eat them. I guess I would jump too,

teeth does their best to nab a mullet in mid air.

It reminds me of images from the Civil War where opposing forces line up facing one another. Can you imagine being in one of those lines, forced to stand stock still with the enemy standing in front of you within spitting distance as bullets whiz by you? Well, that is how I imagine Shrimping buddy Will “Catfish” Thompson and bounty of shrimp after one mullet must feel as throw of the cast net. they face predators where only the strongest, and luckiest, if I were in their place. survive.

Every year around this time the “mullet But it’s not just mullet that are experirun” begins. If you have never seen one, it’s encing this primitive type of battle right spectacular. Mullet by the thousands that now. Though it’s still a tad early, millions of have been hiding up in our maze of creeks shrimp that have been living back in our all summer have some internal clock that marshes since birth are also starting to stage triggers them to head to the open ocean. for their own run to the open ocean. Having Gathering together in staging areas, wave grown from a tiny speck to about three or after wave of mullet, numbering in the thousands, appear to be making a run for it. four inches long over the past few months, they have no choice but to go for it.

Have you ever seen movies of schools of When I think of shrimp as teenagers, porpoises bounding across the surface of the there is no volunteer army. For teenage ocean? That’s pretty much exactly what the mullet run looks like, with the exception of shrimp, military service is strictly mandagiant explosions erupting in the middle of tory. I tried to research how fast a shrimp these bounding mullet as sharks, mackerel, can run, but nobody seems to know. I will trout and just about any other fish with say this though, from years of observing

shrimp, it amazes me how they can be in one spot by the thousands one second and in a matter of minute or so, they simply vanish.

I imagine their ranks being like the hordes of Chinese troops that our soldiers encountered during the Korean War. We may have had superior firearms but no matter how many Chinese we may have taken down, there was no way to stop them all. I guess overwhelming numbers is the key to the survival of shrimp and it’s a battle that has been going on for millennia.

Just as mysterious as to what exactly triggers mullet and shrimp to make their run for it is this: What triggers their opposing forces to know that it is time to gather their rank and file and intercept the masses heading their way? It’s not like they can pull out a pocket calendar or look back in their logbook and see when it is time to make their move.

I do keep a logbook, however, and looking back, the “run for it” has never been the same in any two years since I began keeping records that date back to the early ’70s.

All I can say is, if you are not out there to witness this amazing battle in nature that is just now starting, you are going to miss out on the most spectacular time of the year around here for fishing, while seeing these forces collide.

For sure, right now the battle lines have been drawn.

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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COLLECTING

Family fun collectible from days gone by: The Sunday Funnies

By Jerry Glenn

constantly amazed at the remote categories that we hear about or are asked to sell or appraise.

An example of funny paper related items recently was shown on the History Channel’s “American Pickers.” They visited a collector who had one room devoted solely to character children’s lunch boxes.

When asked, “How much for this one?” the reply was “$1,200”! Why? It was very limited due to its not being licensed, so it had to be withdrawn from the market.

Supply and demand dictates values on all collectibles.

We have made great progress in the past 80 to 90 years; however, we have lost the “real” Sunday funnies and the daily wholesome serials. Youngsters today have other diversions, but are missing the joys of those wonderful characters – Dagwood Bumstead, Henry, Daisy Mae, Annie – that we all laughed at because they were funny!

In closing, review our list and add your favorite. Isn’t it fun to reminisce?

Jerry Glenn, former owner of Reminisce gift shop, currently is an appraiser of certain collectibles.

CONTRIBUTOR

Someone famous once said, “Not all progress is good.” This comes to mind when I recall my boyhood days, when I could not wait until each Sunday morning to read the giant Chicago Tribune “funny papers.”

In those days we didn’t refer to them as comics but rather “the funnies,” because they were really funny. The Katzenjammer Kids, Blondie, Moon Mullins, Henry, Li’l Abner, and on and on. Soon after, adventure crept into our funnies, with characters such as Dick Tracy, Terry and the Pirates, Tarzan … and the list goes on.

During this period, we only had radio and newspapers as media. Hollywood saw the interest and soon produced cartoons to be played between the double features such as Disney’s Mickey Mouse, Donald Duck, Pluto, and then Looney COURTESY JERRY GLENN Tunes’ Porky Pig. These kids in 1937 are enjoying the funnies on the front stoop. The little girl third from the left, All of this preamble led us to the many Sherele, lives here in Bluffton, while the reader of the funnies is the writer of this column. premiums being offered by many of the watch that was a two-way radio or Buck Terry Kovel states that 65% of today’s aforesaid. Who could forget “Send in Rogers’ rocket ship travels to the moon. population collects “something.” We are two seals from Ovaltine and get a secret And today these 1930’s outrageous events decoder from Little Orphan Annie”? Or are happening! ceramic cereal dishes from Quaker Oats?

Those premiums offered in the ’30s, These offers came from radio or the Sunsuch as toys, dishes, watches, bandanas, day funnies. The Lone Ranger regularly Nancy Lil Abner dolls, rings, etc., are highly collectible. offered different premiums with their Tarzan Krazy Kat Blondie Moon Mullins In searching the internet, look for any of commercial brands.

Dick Tracy Ally Oop these radio or comic premiums and see Youngsters were beholden to limitFelix Brenda Starr the prices asked for these items that were ed media and regularly turned on the Smilin Jack Mutt & Jeff formerly “FREE” with box tops or seals radio at 4 p.m., after school, to hear Orphan Annie Toonerville Folks collectibles. their favorite show. We all remember the Buster Brown Kovels antique price guide founder “outrageous” things such as Dick Tracy’s

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GIVING

Why working with a professional advisor makes sense

By Scott Wierman CONTRIBUTOR

When my car needs maintenance, I take it to a mechanic. When I need a medical procedure performed, I make an appointment with my physician.

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applicable laws, particularly tax laws, allows them to guide their clients to reach the most propitious outcomes.

I had lunch several weeks ago with Mark Winn, an attorney in Bluffton who has received specialized training in estate planning. For the past 18 years Mark has helped many individuals plan for the transfer of a great amount of money. Mark shared with me that he sees his career as a calling.

“It’s been very rewarding and a privilege to help people as I have,” he says.

As Mark works with his clients, he ascertains their goals and intent and, through the course of conversation, learns what’s important to them. For some, it’s leaving a charitable legacy.

He warns, however, that there are substantial tax issues related to charitable giving.

“If done properly, you can accomplish charitable giving, achieve great satisfaction and, at the same time, do it in a tax-wise manner,” he said. “With professional advice, the benefits can be much more substantial because when a professional is involved, you get the benefit of solid tax advice.”

Mark has helped a number of clients include the Community Foundation as a beneficiary of all or a portion of their estate.

“I’ve connected clients with the Community Foundation for a number of reasons,” he says. “First, because of the personal touch. The Community Foundation is helpful and easy to work with. Additionally, they’re local, professional, and well-regarded.”

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advisors and their clients to structure gift agreements, manage the transfer of various gifts, and devise charitable strategies that fulfill their clients’ philanthropic wishes, all while providing tax advantages. We work with individuals, families, companies, private foundations and nonprofits, offering a number of different fund types to best meet charitable intent.

Of course, working with a variety of different professional advisors and their clients is just one of the ways we fulfill our mission of connecting people, resources and needs. If you want to leave a charitable legacy, talk with your professional advisor to see how you can make a difference, both now and into the future.

Scott Wierman is the president and CEO of Community Foundation of the Lowcountry.

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PETS

Foster or adopt: give an older dog a better, happier future

By Abby Bird CONTRIBUTOR

There are very good reasons that prospective pet parents may not be cut out for puppyhood. Not only does it take most of your time and commitment, it physically saps your strength.

I often advise people looking to get a new dog on whether puppies are suited to their lifestyle and energy. Not being home on a regular basis affects potty training, bonding, relationships, exercise and social skills.

As a foster parent for an adult dog you may be able to provide exactly what’s necessary time-wise without the long term commitment. In some cases it is a great testing ground for whether your family is ready to own a pet.

What does it take?

A safe haven, being able to walk the dog daily, and in some cases teach basic skills or at least find out what the dog

already knows. Sometimes it means potty training and other times not. Give the dog normal daily life experiences such as riding in the car, handling them every day, massaging, trimming nails, bathing, leash-walking, and introducing to kids, dogs, noisy environments and everyday household experiences.

Fostering enables a dog to get a home because you took the time to acclimate the dog to a real life. Many of these dogs have been in shelters or have been stray, and don’t know what any of that means. The simplest experiences for you may be traumatic for them.

Fostering expenses such as food and medical needs are paid for by the rescue group you foster for. Primarily, you give attention and love and safety.

What else?

Many dogs do not do well in a shelter environment. We see postings all the time about dogs that are so stressed in a shelter because of the noise and ac-

tivity that they literally are hyper or the opposite: they just shut down and are non-responsive. They hide, stop eating, and don’t relate to people. Getting dogs out of that stressful environment is the best thing a foster can offer for some of these dogs.

Unless the dog is special needs case for health reasons, fostering doesn’t have to be a long-term commitment, but it does usually entail bringing

the dog to adoption events or back to the rescue for showings or events.

Anything that makes that dog more adoptable gives them a chance at a happy life.

Dogs that have been turned in to shelters from a home are the ones most often in shock. No one can explain to them how they got there or why. They have known a loving home, and then all of a sudden they are abandoned.

Those dogs can be the most stressed in a shelter, and need to be gotten into a foster or adoptive home ASAP. Contact your local shelter if you feel you can open your hearts and homes to a dog in need, whether an adult or senior. This may be the most meaningful volunteer work you do for the dog and for the community.

Abby Bird is owner of Alphadog Training Academy. AlphadogTrainingAcademy@ gmail.com

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Grassroots animal rescue builds proactive, life-saving program

By Lindsay Perry CONTRIBUTOR

As a compassionate, no-kill animal rescue organization, Palmetto Animal League owes it to the dogs in its care to make sure they have the skills they need to be successful in a human world. The team does much more than provide dogs with food, shelter, medical care, and exposure for adoption.

Over the past three years, PAL has been building a comprehensive training program that consists of two separate “schools” – a puppy program and an advanced adult dog program.

“People are busy, and committing to training a dog may not always be an option,” said PAL President Amy Campanini. “It’s up to us to equip each dog with the knowledge and experience they need to be successful in their new home.”

PAL’s adult dog program is tailored to each dog’s individual capabilities and level

of confidence. Volunteers assist PAL staff in essential training providing dogs with structure, discipline, basic skills, exercise, and field trips. Dogs become available for adoption once we believe they have what it takes to thrive in new surroundings.

“The dogs love visiting different spots throughout the community,” says PAL kennel supervisor Shelby English. “Their weekly field trips include lots of sniffs, snacks, and sometimes even a game of cornhole or putt putt golf. Our volunteer dog trainers work miracles for pets who come to PAL in need of understanding, healing, and a fresh start at life.”

The puppy program focuses on socialization immediately upon a pup’s arrival at PAL. Raising well-balanced puppies facilitates better bonds between pup and adopter, increasing the likelihood of a puppy remaining in one home for his or her lifetime.

“PAL is dedicated to helping animals with medical needs and mamas and pup-

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Volunteers Amber Raymond, left, and Diane Reilley walk with dogs from Palmetto Animal League at a local shopping center. These training field trips allow dogs to get exercise in a different environment and socialize with different people.

pies that easily end up on euthanasia lists at other shelters,” said Lori Roos, who developed PAL’s puppy program. “I love being part of a team that is dedicated to helping animals who require special care.”

Daily training sessions with a caring and specialized crew is achieving unprecedented results for homeless dogs. Great dogs make irreplaceable life companions, and PAL wants to prove that shelter dogs are great dogs.

“I not only get to help save their lives,” said Roos. “I also get to be a part of finding dogs forever homes where they, in turn, will change the lives of their adopter.”

For more information about PAL and to see life-affirming stories of rescue and hope, visit PalmettoAnimalLeague.org/ palimpact.

Lindsay Perry is the marketing coordinator for Palmetto Animal League. PalmettoAnimalLeague.org

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SPORTS

Efficient kicking depends on swimmer’s rhythm and effort

By Bob Colyer CONTRIBUTOR

When I get asked how important kicking is for efficient swimming, I give the answer I’ve used probably too many times in this column – it depends.

Kicks are the same for a competitive swimmer as for a recreational swimmer.

However, a competitor’s fast stroke depends on a quicker rhythm and effort from the kick to generate speed. The late David Painter of Beaufort, national Masters sprint champion, once told me, “My first 1,000 yards of every workout is kicking.”

My humble response to that was, “My first 1,000 yards are my last 1,000 yards.”

Although I do compete, I accept whatever my fitness workouts (3 x 1,000/week) get me. But that does not change the relative importance of effective kicking.

For those swimmers who are non-competitive and those who train for distance or triathlons, kicking is less important for

power than for balance. Balance is essential along both the body’s long (side-to-side) axis and its short (front-to-back) axis.

To minimize the water’s resistance, a swimmer’s body needs to be stretched out long on the surface. This is easier for females because their subcutaneous adipose tissue (i.e. fat) is spread throughout the body, including the legs, which helps them

float more horizontal than men. Thus they need to kick less for short-axis balance than for side-to-side rotation and for propulsion.

Men need to make a little more effort to keep their hips on the surface.

My point can be illustrated by the men’s distance races at the recent Tokyo Olympics pool. German Florian Wellbrock (who later won the Open Water 10,000 meter

“marathon”) set the pace with his beautifully balanced and efficient stroke. All that, only to lose to American Bobby Finke, who was able to generate a huge kick off the final wall and sprint the final length to victory.

Efficient breaststroke kicking also creates a balance that results in a beautiful, long stroke. Again, though, the fastest Olympic sprinters (Adam Peaty and Lilly King) are the ones with the quickest and most powerful kicks.

To sum up, the primary purpose of kicking – whether flutter kick, dolphin kick, or whip kick – is to keep the swimmer’s hips at water level to minimize the body’s resistance. Any additional kicking effort toward increased propulsion is useless and only wastes energy unless this long and efficient body position is maintained.

Dr. Bob Colyer of Bluffton is an actively retired college professor, coach and author of “Swim Better: A Guide to Greater Efficiency for Swimmers & Instructors,” directed primarily to non-competitors. bobcolyer@yahoo.com

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Which clubs are necessary to always carry in your golf bag?

By Jean Harris CONTRIBUTOR

The clubs you carry in your golf bag depend on your athletic ability and your golf ability. Let your skill as a golfer determine which clubs you carry.

The club make-up for a low handicapper is quite different from those of a beginning golfer. Just because the rules allow you to carry 14 clubs doesn’t mean you have to have that many.

If you already play golf, you should keep track of your last five to 10 rounds of nine or 18 holes and see which clubs you used the most. I did a club audit and realized that I didn’t use a 3-wood, 4- or 5-iron. I do use a number of wedges.

Therefore, I got fitted for a new set and these are the clubs I now carry: driver; 5-wood; 3- and 4-hybrid; 6-, 7-, 8- and 9-irons; pitching wedge, gap wedge and sand wedge; and a putter.

If you don’t use certain irons in your bag,

get rid of the them and add hybrids and wedges. Hybrids are much easier to hit than the irons they replace.

Hybrids combine the head shape and loft of long irons and fairway woods, but have a lower center of gravity that makes it easier to get the ball in the air. They are easier to hit out of the rough and fairway bunkers.

Adding more wedges in your bag will improve your short game.

Don’t choose the clubs you use by what the manufacturer puts in a boxed set. It is okay to use a 3-wood to tee off instead of a driver. If you have a driver, practice with it on the range and then leave it in the bag when you play until you can get your 3-wood airborne and relatively straight.

Here are my suggestions for a high-handicap golfer: 3- and 5-wood; 4-, 5- and 6-hybrids; 7-, 8- and 9-irons; pitching wedge and sand wedge; and a putter. Add a gap wedge as you improve.

Here are my suggestions for a low-handicap golfer: Driver, 3-wood, 3-hybrid, 4- through 9-irons; pitching wedge, gap wedge, sand wedge, and lob wedge; and putter.

Finally, make sure the clubs you play have the correct shaft for your strength and athletic ability. I have way too many students come to a lesson with shafts that are too stiff.

Also replace your grips at least once a year if you play regularly. The size of your hands should determine what grips you should have on your clubs.

I suggest you go to your local golf shop and go through a golf fitting that will help you with the correct clubs you should buy.

I am more than happy to accompany my students to a fitting.

JEAN HARRIS

Laureen O’Donnell is pictured with five golf clubs – a wood, hybrid, 8-iron, wedge and putter. These five clubs are enough for the beginner golfer.

Dr. Jean Harris is an LPGA Master Professional and teaches at local courses. jean. golfdoctor.harris@gmail.com; golfdoctorjean. com

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Water and weight loss: Does it really work?

By Chris Lane CONTRIBUTOR

There is no standard recommendation for how much water to drink daily. We all require different amounts of water, depending on several factors. Our daily activity, humidity, age, weight, sun exposure, current health conditions and water quality all are important factors in our daily water requirements.

One long-standing recommendation is that we drink eight, 8-ounce glasses of water each day. Another recommendation is one half-ounce of water for each pound of body weight.

Various studies have shown that most older adults do not drink enough water each day. Some great tips to insure you are getting enough water daily are: drink a glass of water with each meal; always drink extra water when exercising; eat more soups, smoothies, or stews; eat plenty of fruits and vegetables with high water content (grapes, melons, cucumbers, celery, berries, grapes, and lettuce); and drink extra water when the weather is hot and humid.

Several studies support the theory that drinking more water is highly beneficial for weight loss. Good hydration is key for better digestion and muscle function, which will aid key factors for weight loss. Some of the key reasons increasing drinking water intake can help in weight loss are: • Drinking water helps to remove waste from the body. When your body is dehydrated it cannot remove waste as urine.

Water helps kidneys filter toxins and retain essential nutrients and electrolytes.

• Drinking water can reduce liquid calorie intake. Replacing soda, juice, alcoholic beverages, sports drinks or sweet tea with water is a huge benefit in reducing calorie intake.

• Water helps with workouts. Drinking water helps muscles and joints to move correctly. It helps the lungs, heart and other organs to work more effectively as your activity increases to reduce the risk of

dehydration. Always drink water before, during and after exercise to avoid getting dehydrated.

• Water naturally suppresses appetite.

When our stomachs are full, it lets our brain know to stop eating. Water can take up space in the stomach to reduce hunger.

Many nutritionists recommend drinking an eight-ounce glass of water before each meal.

• Water is necessary to burn fat. Without water we cannot properly metabolize stored fat and carbohydrates. Drinking enough water daily is essential for burning off fat from food and stored fat as well.

Water is the best choice to maintain hydration. Be sure to drink before, during and after activity. Even when you aren’t thirsty, keep drinking water. Avoid soda, fruit juices, flavored waters and any drinks that contain high concentrations of sugar to aid in weight loss.

Clean, healthy, filtered water is the best water to stay hydrated. Faucet mount filters and pitcher filtered water are a much better option than chlorinated tap water, but reverse osmosis water is the best filtered water you can put in your body to stay hydrated.

For more information on how you can safeguard your home’s water supply, visit the Water Quality Association at wqa.org, or call a local water treatment professional.

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Hurricane season runs from June through November – a big stretch of time where you should be ready to act. Aside from making sure you and your family are ready, you need to ensure your property is also storm ready. It can be time-consuming ,but working ahead on your property maintenance can make a world of difference when storms approach.

The most essential beginning is to prioritize your family’s safety. Preparing your property can be done each year and is necessary, if time allows, prior to a storm. If you did not plan ahead for a storm, you should not start when evacuation orders are given.

Just like the sports cliche “the best defense is a good offense,” the same process can be applied to your HVAC storm preparedness.

If you are building a new property, proper planning should include where you place your equipment on your property. Ideally, your HVAC should be mounted on a riser, away from any low-lying parts of your property where water might accumulate.

Damage from the wind is also a significant concern for HVAC equipment – less the wind itself and more what the wind can carry with it. Anything that can be stowed away somewhere should be, including furniture, potted plants, fire pits, grills, and any outdoor items.

As storms make their way, it is recommended to turn your AC down to as cool as you can to try to give your property enough cool air in case of a power outage. If evacuation is necessary, the final step should be to power down your HVAC equipment completely.

Once power is disabled and it is safe to do so, you should “board up” your outdoor AC equipment. You can use a wooden box frame and/or tie down a heavy-duty tarp to surround the system. The goal is to ensure that the AC unit has protection from water intrusion and possible strikes from flying debris.

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Have an HVAC inspection before powering up your HVAC again. If there is slight water or physical damage to your unit, you may not be able to tell from the outside only. Turning on an HVAC system that has been compromised may cause more damage. Waiting for the inspection and a simple repair is much more cost-effective than having to replace a unit.

If you need an inspection, repairs, or system replacement, be sure to use a local, respected professional company. In the aftermath of large storms, many contractors travel into the area to assist. While some may truly be there to help, less reputable companies will take advantage of the desperate situations that homeowners may be in by completing less-than-quality work and leaving town.

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What your savvy real estate agent is doing to get results

By Larry Stoller CONTRIBUTOR

Real estate professionals who work hard, smart and get proven results have many daily duties and responsibilities. These activities may be income-producing or administrative, but they are typical in the life of a successful real estate agent.

Administrative duties include: • Expediting real estate documents and agreements • Coordinating appointments, previews, showings, inquiries and offers • Preparing house flyers, advertisements, and other promotional materials • Initial and ongoing data entry of listing information and photos • Implementation, modification and reimplementation of marketing listings • Managing and maintaining customer and client databases • Analyzing active, pending and sold listings to ensure optimal listing marketability

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Lead generation (the finding of clients) is one of the most important jobs of real estate agents who are at the top of their game. Spheres of influence (SOI) is one strategy that generates leads based upon people that the agent knows (family, friends, neighbors, acquaintances, business associates, and social contacts).

As a matter of fact, every person an agent meets might be a potential client or a referrer of clients. That means that part of an agent’s day will be spent meeting and

speaking with lots of people – giving out a lot of business cards – and following up with those contacts accordingly.

Face-time (e.g., keeping the agent’s name fresh in the mind of all potential clients) is very important and is best accomplished by effective and ongoing print advertising.

Floor-time (greeting walk-ins and taking telephone calls) is another way that agents connect with new prospects In today’s world, many leads also come from online inquiries from potential buyers (and sellers) who see listed properties for sale and then contact the respective agent to get more information or to set up a property showing.

It’s not easy for real estate professionals to balance their time and complete the many daily activities – but that’s what the successful agents do.

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Through Oct. 31 “Kinky Boots,” Arts Center of Coastal Carolina, 14 Shelter Cove Lane. Tickets $61 adults, $55 children. tickets.artshhi.com or 843-842-2787

Through Oct. 31 “In and Around the Sea Shore,” exhibit by Sandra Wenig, Society of Bluffton Artists (SOBA), 6 Church St., Bluffton. Opening reception 3 p.m. Oct. 10. sobagallery.com or 843-757-6586.

Oct. 5-30 “Come Sea Me,” exhibit by Julie Jones, Art League of Hilton Head, 14 Shelter Cove Lane.

Opening reception 5-7 p.m.

Oct. 6; artist talks 11 a.m. Oct. 9 and Oct. 20. RSVP to both at gallery@artleaguehhi.org.

Oct. 9 “Musical Memories,” a capella concert by the Sun City Harmonizers, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. at Magnolia Hall in Sun City. Tickets $20, available at suncityshow. thundertix.com or 843-707-1307.

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Zhang in concert – inside a truck, 4 p.m. at Congregation Beth Yam, 4501 Meeting St., Hilton Head Island.

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Through Oct. 17 “Off the Wall,” exhibit of 3D art by Maxine Utall and Sheri Farbstein and their students, Coastal Discovery Museum, 70 Honey Horn Drive, Hilton Head Island.

Gallery hours 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday. 843-689-6767 or coastaldiscovery.org Oct. 21-31 “The Thanksgiving Play,” Lean Ensemble Theatre.

Performances 7:30 p.m. Oct. 21-23 and 28-30; 2 p.m.

Oct. 24 and 31. Show is 90 minutes with no intermission. More information at leanensemble.org.

Oct. 22-Dec. 13 “Visual Conversations: Our Voices,” USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., Beaufort. Collection of abstracts by 31 artists from three states. USCBCenterForTheArts.com

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Oct. 16-24 Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival, numerous activities for all ages focused on local art scene and seafood cuisine, with first oyster roast of season.

Highlight is Street Fest Oct. 23-24 on Calhoun St. Full schedule at blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.org or 843-757-2583.

Oct. 16 “The Long and Winding Road,” musician Jim Witter and band in tribute to the Beatles, 2 and 7:30 p.m. at USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St., Beaufort.

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The Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival is back for the 17th year, having grown larger and more exciting than ever.

What started as a one-day event in 2005 has become a week of festivities in historic Bluffton showcasing the arts and locally harvested seafood. Festival events are scheduled Oct. 16-24.

Along with the traditional Blessing of the Fleet and Boat Parade on the May River on Oct. 17, the local art scene will again be highlighted as we kick off this week of festivities. Other Sunday activities include a Showcase of Local Art, at the galleries and an outdoor art exhibit in Martin Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the heart of Old Town Bluffton, as well as the first Oyster Roast of the season at Bluffton Oyster Park at 5 p.m.

On Oct. 18, Dinner & Learn at the Bluffton Seafood House features speakers highlighting our natural resources and the necessary conservation practices to ensure their continuance is scheduled.

That evening, Author Night with Roger Pinkney and Capt. Woody Collins will be held from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the Rotary Community Center in Oscar Frazier Park.

Other favorite returning events include daily boat tours, a children’s Chalk the

Walk Competition, Bluffton State of Mind Supper Soiree, Bluffton Self Help’s Sips and Seafood Party at Hewitt Oaks, the Saturday morning Old Town Oyster 10K and 5K run, CCA’s Children’s Fishing Tournament and children’s art activities in the park.

New this year is Symphony In The Park, featuring the sweet sounds of Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra and Erica Gabriel in a fun performance of universally loved film and popular music. Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy free admission for this event.

The highlight of the week again will be the outdoor Street Fest set for Oct. 23-24, featuring the juried Artist Showcase and Market on Calhoun Street with more than 100 artists from 10 states.

While the artists will be displaying their works, local restaurants and caterers will be serving up delicious seafood dishes and Lowcountry Cuisine with musicians performing throughout the day.

Join your neighbors and friends for a true celebration of fine art and the bounty of the sea.

For more details and the full schedule of events visit blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.org or call 843-757-2583.

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Follow the Oyster to the 17th Annual Historic Bluffton Arts & Seafood Festival

Where Fine Art & the Bounty of the Sea Come Together

October 16th-24th

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2021 ART & CHALK - Chalk the Walk Art Competition • 9:30am – 11:30am Presented by Bluffton Rotary Club Field of Dreams Pavilion, Oscar Frazier Park .Chalk Art Competition for children 13 and under.

Registration 9:30; Chalk Art Competition for children- 10:15.Judging & Prizes- 11:15

BLUFFTON STATE OF MIND SUPPER SOIRÉE 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Eat in the street 4 Course Dinner with music, wine, …served in the center of Historic Calhoun Street highlighting some of our local chefs.Come enjoy a night under the stars! $125 per person; limited to 120 attendees. SOLD OUT

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2021 ART ON THE STREET 11:00AM - 4:00PM Stroll Old Town Bluffton and see our state

designated cultural district come alive! POP UP ART on gallery lawns on gallery porches and in Martin Family Park - temporary art displays join the many galleries to highlight the artistic and cultural side of Bluffton.A celebration of exceptional handmade, original local art including oil and acrylic paintings, pottery and much, much more. Art Exhibits, Music and More in Old Town.

BOAT PARADE ON THE MAY BLESSING OF THE FLEET GOSPEL MUSIC WRIGHT PARK 4:00PM

Bring your lawn chair, view the Boat Parade and enjoy Gospel music by Lavon Stevens on the bluff in Wright Park or join the parade in your own boat.Make plans now to gather at the sandbar before 3:00 PM and process to the Public Dock in Wright Park following our Admiral of the Fleet.

OYSTER FEST, 5:00 - 8:00PM, Bluffton Oyster Factory Park First Oyster Roast of the Season ($15 for a bucket of oysters), Shrimp Boil & BBQ, Live Music with Muddy Creek.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY

Join Capt.Chris and his crew for a one hour guided“Skiff”cruise on the May searching for local wildlife, discussing history and soaking up the tidal estuary air.$30/ per person...subject to availability.All trips leave on the hour every hour from the public dock at the end of Calhoun Street in Wright Park.Please call Capt.Chris for reservations and more information.843-304-2878

DINNER & LEARN CHERISH OUR WATERWAYS TOUR OF WADDELL MARICULTURE CENTER

Tours available at 5:00PM, 5:30PM and 6:00PM, 21 Sawmill Creek Road, Bluffton. Masks required.

Only closed toe shoes.Reservations required.$40/per person.Proceeds to Waddell Mariculture Center.

To make your reservation: blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.org.Tour the Waddell Mariculture Center, view the updated facilities, and learn from Director Erin Levesque how important this research facility is to our area and our resources. The tours will be given at three times, 5:00PM, 5:30PM and 6:00PM followed by dinner at Toomers Bluffton Seafood Restaurant, 27 Mellichamp Drive, Historic Downtown Bluffton. The dinner buffet includes Gumbo 2 Ways (chicken and seafood), Caesar salad, cornbread, cookies and tea.Beer, wine and cocktails will be available for purchase. During dinner presentations will be given concerning preservation of our natural resources.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY *Daily* See October 18, 2021 for details MAY RIVER OYSTER FARM TOUR WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS 10:am – Noon

Come enjoy a rare opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience with May River Oyster Company’s pioneering oyster farm in collaboration with the Bluffton Seafood Festival and May River Excursions.

This 2 hour in-depth tour brings you out to a working oyster farm where the farmers demonstrate the techniques and methods used to produce some of the best oysters in the world. Afterward enjoy lunch at Bluffton Seafood House in Historic Downtown Bluffton.Limited availability. Call 843-304-2878 for reservations. $90.00 per person (includes lunch at Toomers Family Seafood Restaurant).

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY *Daily* See October 18, 2021 for details AUTHOR NIGHT featuring Authors Captain Woody Collins and Roger Pinckney, XI 5:30pm Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages provided

by Southern Spice Catering and Events; 6:00PM Showtime, at the Rotary Community Center at Oscar Frazier Park (11 Recreation Court Bluffton SC 29910). Cost:$15.00; additional donations accepted; proceeds to the Waddell Mariculture Center.Reservations required:blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.org

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY *Daily* See October 18, 2021 for details MAY RIVER OYSTER FARM TOUR WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS 10:am – Noon

Come enjoy a rare opportunity for an up-close-and-personal experience with May River Oyster Company’s pioneering oyster farm in collaboration with the Bluffton Seafood Festival and May River Excursions.

This 2 hour in-depth tour brings you out to a working oyster farm where the farmers demonstrate the techniques and methods used to produce some of the best oysters in the world. Afterward enjoy lunch at Bluffton Seafood House in Historic Downtown Bluffton.Limited availability. Call 843-304-2878 for reservations. $90.00 per person (includes lunch at Toomers Family Seafood Restaurant).

SYMPHONY IN THE PARK MARTIN PARK Free Admission - 7:30 pm (Rain or Shine) Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra Outdoor Pops in the Park.Martin Family Park, 68 Boundary Street, Bluffton, SC.Celebrate the return of live concerts! Enjoy the sweet sounds of your own Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra and Erica Gabriel, 2018 Gold Medal Winner of the American Traditions Vocal Competition, in a fun performance featuring universally loved film and popular music.General lawn seating; please bring your own folding chairs, blankets and picnic dinner.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY *Daily* See October 18, 2021 for details RED APRON SIPS AND SEAFOOD PARTY 6:00PM - 10:00PM HEWITT OAKS

Presented by Bluffton Self Help Join us for a grand culinary celebration under the stars on the beautiful grounds of Hewitt Oaks. The evening will include sensational Lowcountry dining, savory cocktails, along with contagious excitement with a wine pull, live and silent auctions as we raise money to support our Bluffton neighbors in need. Limited tickets and sponsorships are available and can be purchased online at sipsandseafood. com. All proceeds benefit Bluffton Self Help. SOLD OUT

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY *Daily* See October 18, 2021 for details OLD TOWN OYSTER 10K ROAD RACE & 5K RUN 8:00AM – 10:30AM Presented by Beaufort Memorial - Bluffton Oyster Factory Park.Join us for a run through Old Town Bluffton with scenic river and marsh views.Compete in a fast-paced 10K or complete the 5K with the entire family! Both events will be professionally timed. Awards presentation and After-Party

immediately follows. Music, Coffee, Cold Beer and much, much more!

TAKE A KID FISHING TOURNAMENT, Wright Family Park. 10AM –12:30PM

Take a Kid Fishing Tournament sponsored by Bluffton Marine Sports and Supplies, Boat Floats, Coldwell Banker Platinum Partners, Spartina Marine Education Charters and managed by the Bluffton Chapter of Coastal Conservation Association.Register between 9:30-10:30AM at Wright Park.WeighIn at 12:30PM at Wright Park.Children 13 and under welcome with parents. There is no fee.Prizes will be awarded. Bring your own fishing equipment if possible; limited equipment will be available on a first come first serve basis. To pre-register call Tom at 912-210-1222.

ART & SEAFOOD STREET FEST 10:00AM - 5:00PM

HISTORIC DISTRICT BLUFFTON FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Enjoy our juried art show featuring over 100 local and regional artists from 10 different states, displaying an array of fine art:oils, pastels, acrylics, photography, pottery, ceramics, water color and much, much more.Local seafood and low country cuisine served by area restaurants.

Enjoy the delicious seafood and view the outstanding art on the street.Take a break at the Tailgate area and catch up on your favorite team’s game while enjoying craft beer and music.

MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT.Favorite bands will entertain on two stages throughout the day.

ART IN THE PARK 11:00AM – 4:00PM DuBois Park on Boundary Street

Children’s art activities conducted under the pavilion.Visit the stations around the pavilion and create your very own masterpiece.Prizes, games, fun and much, much more for the budding artists of all ages.Tricks,Tunes & Tales with Nick Ayres at 1:00pm

ROCKIN’ ON THE DOCK 6:00PM - DUSK BLUFFTON OYSTER CO. Presented by T-Mobile Seafood Extravaganza Tasting • Live music with The Chiggers Fireworks at Dusk • End the full day of activities with a grand finale.

Eat great local seafood and watch the fireworks for a night to remember!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2021 MAY RIVER BOAT TOURS WITH MAY RIVER EXCURSIONS, MONDAY - SUNDAY *Daily* See October 18, 2021 for details ART & SEAFOOD STREET FEST 10:00AM – 4:00PM HISTORIC DISTRICT BLUFFTON FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY Enjoy our juried art show featuring over 100 local and regional artists from 10 different states, displaying an array of fine art:oils, pastels, acrylics, photography, pottery, ceramics, watercolor and much, much more.Local seafood and low country cuisine served by area restaurants.

Enjoy the delicious seafood and view the outstanding art on the street.Take a break at the Tailgate area and catch up on your favorite team’s game while enjoying craft beer and music.

MUSIC AND ENTERTAINMENT

Favorite bands will entertain on two stages throughout the day.

ART IN THE PARK 11:00AM – 4:00PM DuBois Park on Boundary Street

Children’s art activities conducted under the pavilion.Prizes, games, fun and much, much more for the budding artists of all ages. Tricks,Tunes & Tales with Nick Ayres at 1:00pm No Parking in Downtown Bluffton on Saturday, the 23rd, and Sunday, the 24th.

Free Shuttles provided by our sponsor, Old Town Trolley Tours, from Red Cedar Elementary (Bluffton Parkway to Red Cedar Street).Saturday, 10/23:10:00AM - 9:00PM; Sunday, 10/24: 10:00AM – 5:00PM; for more information 843-757-BLUF (2583).

www.blufftonartsandseafoodfestival.org | 843.757.BLUF (2583)

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‘Kinky Boots’: A show with high spirits and even higher heels Winner of six Tony Awards, including Best Musical, “Kinky Boots” features a joyous, Tony-winning score by Cyndi Lauper and a hilarious, uplifting book by fourtime Tony winner, Harvey Fierstein. The musical is based on the eponymous film written by Geoff Deane and Tim Firth, and is based on true events.

The long-running Broadway production of “Kinky Boots” closed in 2019, so the Arts Center was head-over-stilettos to obtain the rights to this fresh, fabulous show.

Igniting the story is Lauper’s bright, catchy music, with inspiration taken from her ’80s era. It’s easy to see why she was the first solo woman to win the Tony Award for Best Original Score for this show. With a selection of upbeat numbers including the brilliant “Everybody Say Yeah” to heartfelt power ballads such as “Hold Me in Your Heart,” there is a lively mix of tempo throughout.

Featuring larger-than-life characters and an uplifting story of ingenuity and

open minds, “Kinky Boots” is an unusual hybrid: a feel-good musical with depth.

Centering the action is Charlie Price (Christopher Behmke), the fifth-generation owner of Price Shoes. Trying to live up to his father’s legacy and save his family business, Charlie needs a good strong dose of inspiration.

He finds just that when he encounters Lola (Clyde Voce), a London drag queen.

On her way to work, Lola’s heel breaks,

Charlie gets an idea and we get a chance to see two remarkable individuals pit their wits and skill against the status quo.

Charlie discovers Lola and her chorus of strapping drag queens, the Angels, are in need of sleek feminine footwear that supports their stature. Lola and Charlie join forces to design and engineer a sturdy but sexy stiletto boot. Charlie hopes to fill a niche in the business and save the factory at the same time.

As it turns out, Lola is the one person who can help Charlie become the man that he is meant to be. As they work to turn the factory around, this unlikely pair finds that they have more in common than they ever dreamed possible ... and discover that when you change your mind about someone, you can change your whole world.

“Kinky Boots” is directed by New York City’s Evan Pappas (“Sister Act,” “The Color Purple”) and choreographed by Todd Underwood (“Legally Blonde” director, choreographer, and “The Color Purple” choreographer). “They are a dream team, and we are thrilled to have them back together again on this production,” said Arts Center CEO/President Jeffrey Reeves.

“It’s a joyous season opener, and we look forward to welcoming audiences to see it!”

The show runs through October 31.

Tickets are $61 for adults and $55 for children. For tickets, visit tickets.artshhi. com or call 843-842-2787.

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Local artist Julie Jones to exhibit at Art League in October Native Hilton Head Islander Julie Jones will be showing her work in “Come Sea Me,” an exhibit of oil and acrylic paintings at Art League this month.

Jones is well-known for her exuberant and colorful paintings of Lowcountry wildlife and scenery, most notably her expressionistic depictions of oysters. She placed first in Society of Bluffton Artists’ 2019 annual juried show.

In 2017, she was named Artist of the Year by the Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce.

“Jones’ work is iconic of the Lowcountry,” said Kristen McIntosh, Art League general manager. “It celebrates our unique environment in a bold, playful way. We’re excited to showcase such a talented local from our own backyard.”

“Come Sea Me” runs through Oct. 30 at Art League Gallery, with an opening reception from 5 to 7 p.m. Oct. 6.

Jones will hold two Artist Talks, on Oct. 9 and Oct. 20 at 11a.m. The events are free and open to the public. RSVP for the reception and talks at gallery@artleaguehhi.org to prevent overcrowding.

“Born to be Wild” by Julie Jones

Art League Gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday, and 90 minutes before every Arts Center performance. The gallery is located at 14 Shelter Cove Lane.

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Wenig exhibit opens at SOBA The serene seascape paintings of Sandra Wenig will be featured throughout October at the Society of Bluffton Artist’s Gallery in Old Town Bluffton.

The exhibit, “In and Around the Sea Shore,” showcases the skilled palette knife techniques of the longtime SOBA member.

Wenig’s exhibit will be featured through Oct. 31 at the gallery, located at 6 Church St. The public is invited to an opening reception at the gallery at 3 p.m. Oct. 10.

Wenig, a Boston native who attended Northeastern University and Boston University School of Art, has been with SOBA since 2004. She has studied under Florence Morse, Ted Jordan, Chris Groves, Mary Segars and Morton Solberg.

Working with both oil and acrylic paint, Wenig is inspired by images she sees during her travels by boat and RV. She enjoys painting landscapes, boats, birds and lighthouses.

Untitled painting by Sandra Wenig

SOBA is the heart of the flourishing art hub in Old Town Bluffton’s historic district at the corner of Church and Calhoun streets.

As a nonprofit art organization, SOBA offers regular art classes, featured artist shows, exhibitions, scholarships, outreach programs and more. The gallery is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday. For more information visit sobagallery.com or call 843-757-6586.

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Cincinnati-based singer-songwriter Alice Peacock will perform at The Roasting Room on Oct. 22, starting at 7 p.m.

Her latest album, Minnesota, was released at the end of 2019. The album was recorded in Nashville with producer Phil Madeira (Emmylou Harris, Buddy Miller, The Civil Wars) at the helm and a talented cast of musicians weaving the musical tapestry behind her, including Emmylou Harris’ Red Dirt Boys as the backing band.

To date Peacock has released seven albums as a major label and independent artist. Her eponymously titled album Alice Peacock featured the hit “Bliss,” featuring John Mayer. Many of Peacock’s songs have appeared in TV shows, feature films and TV commercials, such as Hershey’s product launch of Bliss chocolate.

In addition to touring extensively as a solo artist and with other artists including John Mellencamp, Aimee Mann, Toad The Wet Sprocket and Heart among others, Peacock

has made many TV and radio stops, including a special guest spot on the popular radio show “A Prairie Home Companion.’

Tickets are $25 to $30 and are available at roastingroom.live. The Roasting Room is located at 1297 May River Road, above Corner Perk in the Promenade.

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Hardeeville’s Festival on Main returns The highly popular Festival on Main in Hardeeville returns Oct. 15-16 with a host of fresh activities and live entertainment sure to delight both young and old.

Jennifer Combs, Hardeeville’s Parks, Recreation and Tourism director, said the festival “is not only going to be a super fun event, but is important in building community relationships and reinforcing our identity as a city.”

Activities on Friday will run from 5 to 9 p.m. and on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Richard Gray Complex Park at 205 Main Street.

Friday’s action will feature the Paul Bunyan Lumberjack Show at 6 p.m. followed by live music by Pachanga, “The Latin Sound of the Lowcountry,” starting at 7 p.m.

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Witter brings Beatles tribute to Center for the Arts No wigs. No costumes.

Just the incredible, timeless classic songs that took four young lads from Liverpool and placed them in the history books as the greatest pop-rock band of all time.

In “The Long and Winding Road,” award-winning Canadian singer/songwriter Jim Witter brings his band and their spot-on presentation of some of the Beatles’ greatest hits to the stage at the USCB Center for the Arts Oct 16.

In their multi-media performance, they will faithfully re-create many favorites, including “Hard Day’s Night,” “Nowhere Man,” “Help,” “Hey Jude,” “Let it Be,” and many others.

During this magical mystery tour, audiences will learn some interesting facts about how some of these songs came to be, and what inspired John and Paul to write arguably the most memorable music of our time.

Witter’s versatility as an artist has allowed him the opportunity to reach out and share his music and his infectious personality with audiences of all ages across Canada,

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the United States, the U.K, Dubai, and the Netherlands. His unique approach and comfortable rapport makes each member of his audience feel as though they are a part of a private concert in the comfort of their own living room. This, along with his rich, powerful voice and ease of manner at the piano, make him a favorite with theatregoers everywhere.

Young and old will enjoy this fresh approach to presenting the music of two of

pop music’s most prolific songwriters.

Showtimes are 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 16. Tickets are $40 for adults, $35 for seniors, and $25 for students. Tickets are available at USCBCenterForTheArts.com, or at the box office Monday through Thursdays from 1 to 5 p.m., or by calling 843521-4145. Unsold tickets will be available at the door one hour prior to showtime.

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Abstract exhibit at USCB features artists from three states Visual Conversations: Our Voices,” an exhibit of abstract art, will be on display from Oct. 22 through Dec. 13 at the USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret St. in Beaufort.

An opening reception will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. Nov. 18 at the gallery. It is free and open to the public.

Thirty-one accomplished artists from South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia joined forces for the special art exhibition.

“Visual Conversations: Our Voices” will take viewers on a journey through non-objective abstract art. “Rather than render the external world, these 31 accomplished Southeastern artists engaged with their materials and media to say what words alone can not,” said Ellen Hathaway, a participating artist.

The artists have decades of experience in mixed media art, many have won prestigious awards and exhibited all over the country.

The name of the exhibit – “Visual Conversations: Our Voices” – is inspired by how the artist engages with materials and media “to speak or to mirror a feeling that swells from

within,” according to Penny Beesley, the event coordinator.

Long before each work hangs on the wall, its creator has moved about that surface with lines, motion, colors and textures. Each

artist has engaged in a visual conversation with materials and media. “Once the work was delivered, much reflection went into presenting these works as a whole, taking into account the visual conversations

between paintings,” Beesley said. “Once the doors open, the public will experience these works individually and as a whole.”

When the subject of the art is shape, space, gesture or color, it’s difficult to find meaning when there is nothing to understand. Instead, viewers are asked to determine their own meaning of each piece, asking themselves: What kind of conversation might you engage with these paintings?

What feelings are evoked when you see the art?

Do techniques, color or the handling of the media convey something to you?

Does a particular work conjure a memory, recall a dream or desire?

“You’ll be fascinated when you look closer at how the artists use and arrange the formal elements and principles of art to create a work that does not represent a physical object, yet can reach in and touch your soul,” said Hathaway.

For more information about the exhibit, visit USCBCenterforTheArts.com or call 843-521-4145.

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Artist Showcase: Bill Winn depicts vignettes of land, sea, people

View From Colleton Point,” oil by Bill Winn

“Reverie,” oil by Bill Winn

La Petite Gallerie is an intimate Old Town Bluffton shop featuring local art. The work of member artists is always on display, and “featured” shows are seldom held. Instead, artists will be showcased occasionally.

This month the gallery is featuring the multi-talented Bill Winn. Winn’s watercolors, pencil drawings, oils and acrylic paintings

depict vignettes of the land, sea, cities and people that he captures as a moment in time.

His work portrays images of the landscape and structures that surround us, sometimes focusing on those which are often overlooked in the hectic pace of today’s world.

His art has been shown in galleries across the South.

Winn is a practicing medical illustrator at the top of his field, which has an impact on his talents as a fine artist, giving him an outlet for real creativity and spontaneity that are a delight to the viewer.

“The world as I see it, both as a medical illustrator and fine artist, has always been a delight in viewing and capturing the world

in detail,” Winn said. “This passion has been and remains the underlying source that drives my work. I look for and strive to convey the beauty of the world that surrounds us.”

La Petite Gallerie is located at 56 Calhoun St. in Old Town, next to The Store. For more information, visit lapetitegallerie.com.

You’ve Tried The Rest, Delivery and/or Pick-Up, Now Experience The Best Kept Secret!

Always Healthy, Fresh & Free Delivery on Tuesdays with $46 order.

Call 843-812-8870 for Tuesday delivery or order online at gourmetonwheels.org Week of October 11 Cheese Manicotti Hamburger Steak Poppy Chicken Chicken Salad Low Country Boil Black Bean Soup Veggie Quiche

Week of October 18 Chicken with Creamy Cashew Sauce BBQ Pork Butt Dinner French Onion Salisbury Steak Egg Salad EAT HEALTHIER. Shrimp Scampi GIFT CERTIFICATES Beef Barley Soup AVAILABLE Bacon Tomato Quiche

*$20.00 meals w/sides included, large enough for 2 moderate eaters. $10.00 for QT. Soup or 1/3 Deep Dish Quiche. Always low salt/sugar delivered cold in microwaveable/freezeable containers. Let Us Know Your Allergies or Dislikes As We Pick Appropriate Sides

Thursday, October 28, 2021 6:00 - 10:00 pm River Club, Oldfield Plantation

A memorable evening by the marsh at the River Club in Oldfield Plantation, Okatie featuring a delicious Lowcountry cuisine of appetizers, dinner and dessert paired with bourbon, wines and champagne.

Musical Entertainment by The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra Tickets are $150 each or $1000 for a table of 8 Become a Friend of the clinic for $500 which includes 2 tickets and your name on the event program.

Celebrating 10 years of caring for those in need - 2011 - 2021 www.BJVIM.org

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Featuring works in oil, acrylic, pastel, watercolor and mixed media by Rose Cofield | Kristin Griffis | Don Nagel Murray Sease | Lauren Terrett | Bill Winn & sculpture by Wally Palmer Adjacent to “The Store” 56 Calhoun Street lapetitegallerie.com