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The Island News covering northern beaufort county
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it’s clear that beaufort knows how to
celebrate cheer night on the town
light up the night
december 12-18, 2013
WHAT’S INSIDE?
christmas parade SOCIAL
Annual Festival of Lights dazzles this year at The Shed. see page 9
PROFILE
Cherimie Crane Weatherford’s sweet Southern style. see page 16
Photo by Bob Sofaly
GIFT GUIDE
Photos by Captured Moments Photography
By Captured Moments Photography
Photos by Todd Stowe
see more pictures and the story about the events on page 10
‘exchange fear for trust’
Sitting down with the developers of the marina parking lot By Pamela Brownstein
When it comes to change in Beaufort, there is often resistance. It’s a natural response, considering so much of what makes our city wonderful is its historic beauty and dedication to preservation. The two men selected by the city to develop the downtown marina parking lot are keenly aware of this resistance and want to begin the process of engaging the community and gathering input about what would be best for that site. Jim Chaffin, of Beaufort, and Steve Navarro, of Greenville, are working together on this project and want the
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public to know that they have no set plans and want to create a sense of place that enhances and improves the already existing surroundings. “We have a sincere understanding that people have been used to seeing a parking lot. Our goal is to listen to the citizens of the community and to ask them, What do you think will be additive
and complementary to the downtown experience?” explained Jim. The two have made a point to meet with different groups such as neighborhood organizations, the Open Land Trust and Historic Beaufort Foundation, just to name a few. Steve said they are very interested in hearing from more people and that everyone has a voice when it comes to providing ideas for a positive contribution to our city. “Change very often equals fear of the unknown. We are asking the community exchange fear for trust,” Steve said. MARINA continued on page 2
Get great gift ideas for those on your list and shop local. see page 22 INDEX
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