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Manufacturer relocating to Beaufort, bringing jobs, tax dollars About 45 new jobs will be coming to Beaufort County courtesy of an international manufacturing company that is relocating its operations to Beaufort. The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with the Beaufort County Council, county administration and the South Carolina Department of Commerce, has worked to recruit the company, dubbed "Project Eagle," which will also bring $2.5 million in capital investment to the county, according to a chamber release. "Beaufort County Council approved a $750,000 set aside grant to Project Eagle to assist with the cost of real property im-
provements related to the project,” said Paul Sommerville, chairman of the Beaufort County Council. “County Council is committed to the recruitment of quality, high-paying primary jobs for our citizens and we look forward to working with the Project Eagle team for years to come.” The company, which has yet to be identified, plans to utilize an existing vacant building, putting it back on the tax roll. Project Eagle is the third successful project that the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce has conducted in cooperation with Beaufort County Council, Beaufort
County administration, and the South Carolina Department of Commerce. The other two recent projects have been the expansion of Harris Pillow Supply and eviCore. Between all three projects, approximately 118 primary jobs will be created in Beaufort County, and 376 primary jobs have been retained. A full announcement is expected to be made in early 2017 with hiring to commence shortly thereafter. "We are honored to welcome Project Eagle to Beaufort County, South Carolina,” said Blakely Williams, president of the Beaufort
Regional Chamber of Commerce. “The investment that Project Eagle is making in the people of Beaufort County represents a significant commitment to our community, and we couldn't be more grateful. The 45 new jobs this company is creating in Beaufort will make a real difference in the lives of so many, and we look forward to seeing the impact it will have on the Lowcountry for a very long time." A full announcement on where the company will be located and hiring information will be released in early 2017. For more information, visit www.beaufortchamber.org.
Beaufort Arts Council is refocusing its mission
Holiday revelry abounds around town
Above: Children had tons of fun riding the Polar Express during the annual Port Royal Golf Cart Parade event. Right: A boy looks up at the lights while sitting on his father’s shoulders during the Light Up the Night Family Festival. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
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The Beaufort Arts Council (BAC) is pulling back on its services and refocusing its mission, which has taken some people by surprise. The BAC announced recently that it will continue to promote local artists and galleries via grants, printed materials and online presence, but will discontinue offering classes and operating a gallery. The BAC purchased the old jail on King and Monson streets in Beaufort earlier this year for $390,000 to turn it into the King Street Arts Center, which they said in September would include BAC offices, an art gallery and an extensive curriculum of art classes. The BAC says it will now focus on partnering with other organizations in supporting artists, exhibits and education. “This isn’t an emergency or bad news at all. It’s actually very exciting,” said Delene Miller, BAC board president. “Our long-term vision – which includes the King Street Arts Center – remains the same. We are essentially taking a step back. “We need to get back into being a grant-giving organization that will provide much needed support and
Christmas events were held around town recently and folks came out in droves to celebrate the holidays. In Port Royal, a golf cart parade was held on Dec. 10, where people decked out their carts in holiday finery. In addition to a special appearance by Santa and his elves, there were refreshments, Christmas tree decorating and a ride on the Polar Express train for the children. Additionally, on Dec. 9, Friends of Shanklin, a community-based nonprofit organization, held its Light Up the Night Family Festival, a holiday program at Habersham Marketplace. The event provided activities for all ages. There was ornament painting, letter writing to Santa, a performance by the Shanklin Elementary Choir and more. Proceeds will help to advance Shanklin Elementary students’ educational and leadership skills.
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Driver rescued from wreck on Trask Parkway
Just before 5 p.m. Dec. 5, the Burton Fire District was dispatched to a car accident on Trask Parkway in front of MCAS Beaufort. Burton fire crews arrived on scene to an accident involving a Chevy Camaro and a Toyota Camry, with both cars sustaining major damages, and the driver of the Camaro trapped inside. The fire in the Camry was extinguished with a fire extinguisher prior to arrival of fire crews. The driver of the Camaro was rescued using the Jaws of Life. All lanes of Trask Parkway were closed for approximately 30 minutes while emergency crews assisted the injured and removed road hazards. Since Nov. 23, the Burton Fire District has responded to over 10 motor vehicle accidents involving two fatalities and a pedestrian suffering critical injury, and two house fires, one of which was a total loss and resulted in the death of a family pet.
Two juveniles in custody on assault charges
Two juveniles are being charged with assaulting Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office investigators on Dec. 7. According to a Beaufort County Sheriff 's Office report, investigators met with the two male juveniles who were being sought for questioning in an ongoing investigation. When the juveniles were approached at the meeting on the second-floor balcony of the Econo Lodge on Boundary Street in Beaufort, they began kicking, punching and wrestling the two investigators and attempted to push them off of the balcony, the report states. The two ran away from the Econo Lodge, and another investigator saw them running toward Kmart on Boundary Street. The investigator approached the two and they immediately assaulted him and began to flee A2
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investigators approached and arrested him. During a search of Mazzochi, investigators say they found heroin, Xanax and a large quantity of cash. No other illegal drugs were found during the search warrants on his pickup truck or his barber shop. In addition to the other active warrants, Mazzochi was also charged with trafficking heroin and possession of a Schedule IV Controlled Substance (Xanax). He was transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center.
Bluffton man arrested on heroin charges
Following a month-long investigation into illegal drugs allegedly being distributed by Anthony "Tony" Mazzochi, 30, of Bluffton, Beaufort County Sheriff 's Office investigators obtained warrants for his arrest for the sale and distribution of heroin and sale and distribution of heroin within a half mile of a school. Additionally, the sheriff ’s office obtained search warrants for Mazzochi, his pickup truck and his Hilton Head Island barber shop. Investigators waited in Anthony "Tony" the parking lot of Mazzo- Mazzochi chi's New Orleans Road barber shop for him to arrive on Dec. 9. At approximately 10:30 a.m., Mazzochi showed up in his pickup truck, at which time
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Man charged with arson; body found in home
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Two wrecks, one rescued, five transported in Burton
Burton firefighters responded to two motor vehicle accidents on Dec. 11, in which one driver was rescued and five people were transported to the hospital. The first accident was reported on Robert Smalls Parkway by Zaxby’s just after 12:30 p.m. Fire crews arrived on the scene to find a two-vehicle accident with one vehicle on its side and the male driver trapped. Firefighters rescued the driver, who was transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital with what appeared to be non-life threatening injuries; two occupants in the second vehicle were not transported. Two lanes of Robert Smalls Parkway southbound were blocked while emergency crews assisted the trapped driver and removed roadway hazards. The second accident was reported on Trask Parkway at the intersection of Stuart Point Road just after 1:30 p.m. Both vehicles sustained heavy damage. Four occupants, including two children, were transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. One northbound lane of Trask Parkway, along with the intersection of Trask and Stuart Point Road, were blocked for approximately 30 minutes while emergency crews assisted the injured and removed roadway hazards.
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BUSINESS BUSINESS BRIEFS Kinghorn to host recovery luncheon
Kinghorn Insurance wants to thank their clients, partners, friends, first responders, contractors and all who have played a role in helping Beaufort get back on its feet after Hurricane Matthew. The company will hold a luncheon Thursday, Dec. 15, to express its gratitude. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Kinghorn offices at 910 Carteret St. in Beaufort.
New home services business is launched American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag at their location. Post 9 presents those enterprises with a framed certificate thanking them. Here, Larry Fries, owner of Carolina Tavern, accepts a Certificate of Appreciation from First Vice Commander Bob Shields.
Eric and Kimberly Larsen have announced the formation of a new business serving Northern Beaufort County: Larsen Home Services. The locally owned and operated business will offer a wide menu of services including
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BUSINESS CHAMBER CORNER • Rookie of the Year: Aimee Deverall of Deverall Immigration Law LLC and Emily Cohn of Moonlit Lullaby. • Memorial Award: George Scott. • Lifetime Achievement Award: Babbie Guscio. Visit www.blufftonchamberofcommerce. org.
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Chamber announces 2016 award nominees
The Greater Bluffton Chamber of Commerce recently announced the finalists for the 2016 Bluffton Business Awards. The winners will be announced at the 2nd Annual Bluffton Ball presented by Covert Aire & Farm Bureau Insurance on Saturday, Jan. 28, at Pinckney Hall in Sun City. Since October, more than 250 nominations were submitted for the 12 award categories. Some of the categories had over 70 nominations. The awards ball is a signature event initiated by the Greater Bluffton Chamber’s Board of Directors. The inaugural ball in February was sold out. Bluffton Ball tickets are limited and can be purchased at the chamber headquarters on Goethe Road, by calling 843-757-1010 or visiting bba2017.eventbrite.com. Sponsorship opportunities are still available; email megan@blufftonchamberofcommerce.org for details. The 2016 finalists are: • Artist of the Year: Amiri Farris, Amiri Farris Studio, Doug Corkern, Four Corners Gallery and Kelly Graham, Vigorous LLC. • Business of the Year: Covert Aire, Tay-
lor's Quality Landscape Supply & Nursery and Volvo Hilton Head. • Small Business of the Year: Advanced Integrated Controls, Aunt Laurie’s, Barbers of the Lowcountry and Big D’s Royal Tees. • Business Startup of the Year: Bluffton Bike Taxi, Maluka, Shore Winds Landscaping and Tails of the Lowcountry. • Good Heart Award: Bridgette Frazier, Gerrick Taylor, of Taylor's Quality Landscape Supply & Nursery, and Heather Nicole Price, of Bluffton Hilton Head Ask & Answer. • Nonprofit of the Year: Actions for Autism, Don Ryan Center for Innovation, Hospice Care of the Lowcountry and Programs for Exceptional People. • Outstanding Person of the Year: Al Stokes, Waddell Mariculture Center; Heather Nicole Price, Bluffton Hilton Head Ask & Answer; Mayor Lisa Sulka; and Mike Covert, Covert Aire. • Professional Educator & Development Person of the Year: Erin Reichert of Bluffton High School and Tony Mills of Lowcountry Center, Spring Island. • Regional Impact Award: Bluffton Farmers Market, Palmetto Bluff, Technical College of the Lowcountry and the University of South Carolina Beaufort.
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The Nominating Committee of the Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce has met to designate a slate of candidates to run for election to the board of directors. Terms will run from Jan. 1-Dec. 31. The individuals selected by the Nominating Committee are Roni Allbritton, Shelter Cove Towne Centre; Greg Kelly, Savannah/ Hilton Head International Airport; Patricia Owen, Faces Day Spa & Boutique; Justin Rice, First Citizens Bank; Susanna Cook, Park Lane Inn & Suites; Andrew Schumacher, Palmetto Dunes POA; and Terry Tadlock, Coastal Plains Insurance. Additional names of candidates for directors may be nominated by petition bearing the genuine signatures of at least 10 percent of the voting membership as of Sept. 1 of the current year. The deadline for additional nominations by petition is 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 19. Documents can be mailed to Nominating Committee, P.O. Box 5647, Hilton Head Island, SC 29938 or they can be dropped off at the Chamber of Commerce headquarters on Hilton Head.
Chamber to help healthcare consumers
Navigators will be available from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, to enroll consumers in the Affordable Healthcare at the Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce at 801 Bladen St. in Beaufort. Thursday is the last day to enroll for coverage starting Jan. 1, 2017. Call 843-986-1102 for details.
Networking event to be held Dec. 16
Coffee with Colleagues, presented by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce, will be held from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16, at Omni Beaufort at 2127 Boundary St. There will be coffee and pastries and attendees are encouraged to bring their business cards.
Chamber holding holiday event
The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce invites the public to attend a Holiday Drop-In at the chamber office at 801 Bladen St. The event will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. There will be refreshments and holiday cheer. Call 843-986-1102 for additional information.
Chamber gearing up for annual ball
Save the date of Jan. 28, 2017, for Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce’s popular Annual Chamber Ball. This popular event features awards in a variety of categories, and nominations are open through Friday, Dec. 16. • Do you know a person who embodies "selfless community service in the spirit of brotherhood?" Nominate them for the Alice Glenn Doughtie Good Citizenship Award. • Do you know a civic, business, service or fraternal group that demonstrates significant contributions to the well-being of the community? Nominate them for an Outstanding Organization of the Year award. • Do you know an outstanding small businesses whose ingenuity, hard work and innovation has been a success and contributed to the spirit of entrepreneurship in the Lowcountry? Nominate them for a Small Business of the Year or Successful Start-Up of the Year award. The winners will be announced at the 2017 Chamber Ball. For more information, visit www.hiltonheadchamber.org.
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IN OTHER NEWS NEWS BRIEFS Farm Bureau recognizes Beaufort County’s program
At its recent annual meeting, the South Carolina Farm Bureau recognized Beaufort County as having one of the top Farm Bureau women’s programs in the state. Additionally, Abigail Hansen, daughter of Scott and Laura Hansen of Beaufort County, won top honors in the SC Farm Bureau Talent Contest Junior 1 Division at the meeting. The South Carolina Farm Bureau is a grassroots, nonprofit organization celebrating and supporting family farmers, locally grown food, and rural lands through legislative advocacy, education and community outreach. Visit scfb.org.
SC economy expected to stay strong in 2017
Steady economic gains are expected for South Carolina in 2017 despite the political uncertainty that comes with a new governor and U.S. president. The gains build on positive growth across most of the Palmetto State’s industries and regions, according to University of South Carolina economists at the Darla Moore School of Business. Doug Woodward, director of research, and Joseph Von Nessen, a research economist, presented their 2017 forecast Dec. 8 to more than 150 of the state’s business and community leaders at the 36th Annual Economic Outlook Conference (EOC). They reported that the state is poised
to build on its existing momentum and to continue generating new jobs and rising incomes for South Carolinians. They expect job creation -- the single best predictor of economic performance -- to grow 2.6 percent in 2017. “South Carolina’s economy is growing at a healthy pace,” said Von Nessen. “And we expect the state to continue to build on this momentum in 2017.” He said that South Carolina’s economy also is in the midst of a “paradigm shift,” which will bring new challenges for the state in 2017. “For the last several years our rate of economic growth has been accelerating, but in 2016 it leveled off and is now growing at a constant rate,” Von Nessen said. “In addition, the labor market has strengthened considerably. Our unemployment rate has dropped to 4.7 percent. And although this is good news for workers, it also means that employers are now struggling to find qualified employees to fill new positions. Going forward, if we want to achieve a higher rate of economic growth, this skills gap will have to be addressed.” The economists said two industry sectors led the broad-based growth in 2016. The manufacturing sector and the professional and business services sector were the fastest growing industries this year, having driven high-wage job creation throughout the state and supporting high rates of consumer spending. They also identified the construction sector as a bright spot.
The economists anticipate the size of the labor force to continue to grow in 2017 as job opportunities continue to rise, which implies marginal decreases in the unemployment rate over the next year. The Moore School forecast outlines an unemployment rate over the next 12 months that will drop slightly from its current rate of 4.7 percent to approximately 4.5 percent. However, total personal income is shown to grow at 4.8 percent in 2017 – a rate comparable to its growth rate in 2016.
Committed to Excellence helps underprivileged young men
Fifty male students will be met by 50 male leaders of the Beaufort community for a day of mentorship and $50 shopping sprees at Walmart Supercenter. The “50, 50, 50” Christmas Event is led by Caleb Brown, founder of Committed to Excellence (C2E), a program that provides mentorship and guidance for underprivileged young men. “During the holiday season, we see depression in adolescents surge. Part of this is because so many of our youth, especially our males, feel alone and forgotten during this time of year,” said Brown. “This event allows them to feel a sense of joy and belonging, which are essential to their lives.” The group of young men was nominated by schools, churches, civic groups or parents. Included in the group of mentors will be local pastors, business owners, members of outreach organizations and political figures.
This is the second annual event led by Brown. The first event was held in December 2015 and served young men from the Extra Mile Club, Tabernacle Baptist Church, local middle and high schools and even one student who traveled from Charleston to benefit from the event. “Last year’s event ran exceedingly well,” Brown said. “Some of the adults expected the boys to head straight to the video games. It was a joy to watch them shop for necessities and gifts for their parents first.” The group will gather at 1 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17, near the entrance of the Walmart Supercenter in Beaufort. Visit www.WeAreC2E.com or www. BlessingHandsUSA.com.
Public hearing will be held on multi-site monument
Over the past month more than 150 citizens, historians, preservationists and local organizations and businesses have written letters of support to the National Park Service and the Department of the Interior in favor of a Reconstruction Era monument in Beaufort County. There is also a petition asking President Obama to establish the multi-site project. Now, a public hearing will be held on the issue from noon to 2 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15.. The public hearing was called by Congressman Jim Clyburn and will be held at Brick Church on Martin Luther King Drive on St. Helena Island. To learn more or to sign the petition, visit www.change.org and search for “Beaufort Reconstruction Era monument.”
IN HURRICANE MATTHEW NEWS Debris removal in private communities
Beaufort County has added 10 communities to its list of approved communities for hurricane-related debris removal. Debris removal from Beaufort County private roads and rights-of-way, including gated communities, began on Tuesday, Oct. 18, by the county’s contractor, Ceres Environmental.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency requires that the county receive a completed right of entry agreement before entering any private road or right-of-way. The county has approved debris removal operations for 63 private communities, and the following are pending approval: Fig Beach Club; Shadow Moss POA; Battery Townhomes; Cedar Cove at Haig Point;
Islands of Beaufort; Mariner Horizontal Property Regime; Meridian Cottages; Olde Tabby Park; and The Preserve at Woodbridge. The following communities have withdrawn applications: Hampton Hall Club; Old Point Townhouse Condominiums Association Inc.; and Westgate Circle. The county is working with FEMA to process the additional applications. Currently, Ceres has removed more than 900,000 cubic yards of debris from public and private roads and rights-of-way throughout Beaufort County. Debris removal operations from rightsof-way should be complete by the end of February. Marine debris removal operations are expected to take longer. Visit beaufortcountydisasterrecovery.net.
Convenience centers accepting non-storm waste
All Beaufort County Convenience Centers have resumed accepting limited amounts of non-storm generated yard waste (Class 1). Class 1 waste accepted at Convenience Centers includes small limbs, leaves and landscape trimmings. Capacity for this material is limited. No trailers or large loads will be accepted. Residents who wish to drop off waste in bags should use paper bags. Waste in plastic bags will need to be emptied at the time of drop off. Debris removal contractors are making the second pass through the county. Residents are asked to sort Class 1 and Class 2 debris into separate piles on the right-ofway at their residence for collection. The separation categories for debris placed at rights-of-way are: · Class 1 debris includes tree limbs and tree logs cut into sections. · Class 2 debris includes building materials, drywall, lumber, carpet, furniture, mattresses and plumbing items. The county advises residents not to block fire hydrants, stormwater ditches or utility boxes when placing items at the right-of-way. Visit www.co.beaufort.sc.us and click on “Departments,” then click on “Solid Waste and Recycle.”
Experts: Look at your flood insurance
Flood recovery specialists are encouraging Hurricane Matthew disaster survivors to take a close look at their flood insurance policies. A sometimes overlooked section may help some of them with flood damage to rebuild as required to meet new building codes. Claims for “Increased Cost of Compliance” benefits are filed separately from claims for contents or building loss. The coverage provides up to $30,000 to help cover the cost of bringing a home or A6
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business into compliance with new floodplain ordinances enacted after the structure was built. Claims for Increased Cost of Compliance, often known simply as ICC, can be filed if the floodplain administrator determines the insured structure is “substantially damaged” by flooding. This means that costs to repair the building to its pre-disaster condition equal or exceed 50 percent of the market value of the building. For more information on ICC coverage, contact the insurance company providing the flood insurance or call the National Flood Insurance Program. Visit www.fema.gov/national-flood-insurance-program.
Rental assistance is still available
Officials with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) understand that some Hurricane Matthew survivors may need additional temporary rental assistance. All applicants who received temporary rental assistance from FEMA should have received a “Declaration for Continuing Need for Rental Assistance” letter. This form is mailed 15 days after applicants receive their initial rental assistance grant and explains how to request additional temporary rental assistance from FEMA. To receive additional temporary rental assistance as quickly as possible, applicants must: • Complete the “Declaration for Continuing Need for Rental Assistance” form and mail it back to FEMA. • Provide information on pre-disaster income and current expenses. • Include a copy of their signed lease and the name and phone number of their landlord. • Include a copy of their pre-disaster lease, if they were renters prior to Hurricane Matthew. Applicants who have questions or whose housing needs have changed since registering with FEMA should contact FEMA’s toll-free Helpline at 800-621-3362. Lines are open every day from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. until further notice.
Literacy Center helps families after hurricane
Following Hurricane Matthew, residents of several badly and dangerously damaged apartment complexes had to be evacuated. The residents are some of the most disadvantaged families in Beaufort County and were fearful about leaving their homes. According to the center, some didn’t understand where they were being rehoused or what would happen to their belongings. Apartment management contacted The Literacy Center for help. Immediately requests for interpreters and translators were posted on social media and in its classrooms.
houses sold in 2016 were new. There are a number of interesting variables to consider when looking at new home sales. The dates we are looking at are houses closed from Jan. 1-‐Nov. 11. We do have to consider in these numbers, some houses would have been started in 2015, and completed and sold in 2016, but the same can be said for the 2015 numbers. Another quite important anomaly we need to take into account is that an appreciable number of new homes do not get entered into our MLS. There are a various number of reasons for this. For example, a developer may sell a lot to a buyer or builder – then in turn someone will have a new home built on that lot. The property is never listed in the MLS, thus not showing up as a new home sale. NEW HOME SALES 2016 VERSUS 2015 (2015 sales shown in parenthesis)
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By Everett Ballenger
Although at the time of writing this article, we have about six weeks until the end of the year, I thought it might be a good idea to see how many of the houses sold in 2016 were new. There are a number of interesting variables to consider when looking at new home sales. The dates we are looking at are houses closed from Jan. 1-Nov. 11. We do have to consider in these numbers that some houses would have been started in 2015 and completed and sold in 2016, but the same can be said for the 2015 numbers. Another quite important anomaly we need to take into account is that an appreciable number of new homes do not get entered into our MLS. There are various reasons for this. For example, a developer may sell a lot to a buyer or builder – then in turn someone will have a new home built on that lot. The property is never listed in the MLS, thus not showing up as a new home sale. The overall percentage of new 2016 home sales in the Northern Beaufort County Association of Realtors MLS is down 2.6 percent for the dates we are looking at. There were some bright spots, though. Lady’s Island was a very bright spot indeed. The 42 new home sales out of an outstanding 358 units so far in 2016 represents an increase of 4 percent over 2015 and 12 percent of the total 2016 sales. With the national builder projects now coming, we may see that percentage increase
Percent of Total Sales (1.0%) 0.9 % (2.0%) 4.4% (14%) 8.0% (15%) 5.0% (8%) 12% (10%) 7.4%
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in 2017. To provide a bit of perspective as to the amount of improvement which has occurred in the local real estate market in the last five years, in 2011 for the same period of time and the same areas we had only 47 new home sales as compared to 71 (+51 percent) this year. There were366 total sales in 2011 as compared to 948 (+159 percent) this year. It is encouraging to see so much new home activity in Northern Beaufort County. However, a word of caution: Buying a new home in a large new development can have its drawbacks over buying in a more established area. This can be especially true if the homeowner does not plan on staying in the home for more than two to three years. When they are ready to sell, but the development still has new construction going on, it can sometimes be difficult to sell a preowned home for a reasonable price when the home owner is competing with the builder, who is selling brand new homes at a very similar price. Another encouraging sign that builders and developers are confident in the Beaufort real estate market is that we are seeing pockets of “spec” homes coming onto the market. This is something we have not seen for many years. Finally, I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas plus a fine and prosperous new year! Everett Ballenger is the owner of B.I.C Ballenger Realty and is the former president of the Beaufort County Association of Realtors.
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gram, LifeFit Wellness coaches will show you effective, scientifically-proven exercises to burn fat and build lean, long and strong muscles. You’ll also work with a registered dietitian to create a sustainable nutrition plan that meets your specific needs. Nutrition education sessions will include three healthy cooking demos and a field trip to the supermarket. The program’s small-group format provides the personal attention, accountability, structure and social support you’ll need to help you meet your goals. To keep participants motivated, the program
also includes a little friendly competition. Points will be awarded for attending classes and events, reducing inches, improving your fitness analysis score and keeping a food log, with prizes awarded to those who accumulate the most points. Body Makeover is appropriate for all ages and fitness levels. The cost of the program is $650. Registration closes Tuesday, Jan. 10. For more information or to sign up, contact Ricca Callis at rcallis@bmhsc.org or call the LifeFit Wellness Center at 843-522-5635.
LifeFit Wellness Body Makeover coaches are getting ready for the January session. In the front row are Kristen Clark, Taylor Foster and Meghan Deagan. In the back row are Amy Mulnix and David Purser.
HEALTH BRIEFS Dr. Robert Webb joins BMH Primary Care
ing consultant with the Department of Medicine/Medical OncoloDr. Robert Webb, a board-certified intergy at Dunedin Hospinal medicine specialist with more than 35 tal University of Otago years experience, has joined the medical staff School of Medicine in at Beaufort Memorial Primary Care, where New Zealand. he will work alongside Drs. Andrea Hucks In addition, he has been Dr. Robert Webb and Steven Kessel. a clinical assistant profesWebb joined the hospital’s medical staff sor of medicine at West Virginia School of earlier this year and has been seeing pa- Medicine, where he taught core principles of tients at Beaufort Memorial Harrison electrocardiogram interpretation and physiPeeples Health Care Center in Varnville. cal examination to medical students. Prior to relocating to the Lowcountry, he Beaufort Memorial Primary Care is lohad his own private practice in Jefferson cated at 989 Ribaut Road in Beaufort. County, W.Va. In addition to Hucks, Kessel and Webb, From 1982 to 1998, he served as director the practice includes two board certified of the Intensive Care Unit for Jefferson Me- nurse practitioners, Ronda O’Connell and morial Hospital. Amy Wagner. During his three-decade career, he served For more information or to make an apas plant physician for Corning Glass Works pointment with any of the providers, call in Martinsburg, W.Va., and was a visit- 843-522-7600.
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FROM THE FRONT
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from page A1 opportunity for local artists.” The refined mission also better fits the Beaufort Arts District and its mission to become an arts destination where artists will work, live and collaborate, according to the center. “We asked ourselves, ‘What differentiates us as an arts school – what will attract artists to come to Beaufort to learn about art and to be able live here and sell their art? What are those programs that will do that?’ ” said Miller. “Our new streamlined focus will be instrumental in providing the art education component for the residents of this district as well.” While the BAC will no longer directly offer classes or operate a gallery, it will continue to support artists, exhibits and education through partnerships. One upcoming partnership with the Tech-
nical College of the Lowcountry has already created significant buzz. “ ‘Did you know that there’s a tunnel under the Technical College of the Lowcountry?’ I asked a group, and no one knew,” said Miller. “And it’s a fabulous tunnel.” And a fabulous canvas for what’s coming next: The Community Mural Project. A collaboration between the BAC and TCL, the Community Mural Project will involve artists, Mather alumni, schools and community members to paint the tunnel (which runs underneath Ribaut Road, connecting the east and west sides of the campus) with a mural that represents unity as well as the Mather Story. Led by local sea island artist and BAC board member Diane Dunham-Britton, the project will kick off on Mather History and Education Day on Feb. 19, 2017 at the Technical College of the Lowcountry. Through another partnership with Adams Outdoor Advertising, the center will continue the popular ArtPop program.
“We need to get back into being a grant-giving organization that will provide much needed support and opportunity for local artists.”
BAC board president, Delene Miller An acronym for art and public outdoor project, ArtPop is a juried competition that allows local artists to be displayed on available local media space. Miller cites TCL as an example of how partnerships will allow BAC to continue supporting area artists and art education. “Beyond the mural project, they’ve allowed
us to use the Mather Building however we best see fit," she said. "We are evaluating the use of the building right now and in January, we’ll determine the best use from an operations and education perspective.” The space – until recently used by TCL as a center for testing and assessment – has a significant story of its own. In 1867, Rachel Crane Mather started The Mather School, an Industrial Training School for Freedmen to educate the daughters of liberated slaves. The current building on Ribaut Road is the library of the original Mather School. Miller sees significance in the building’s history in education and believes the BAC will continue the tradition through arts education. “Since its inception back in 1867, the school has seen many changes. But one thing remains constant – the belief that every human being deserves a chance to further their education.”
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AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT SHAPE OUR COMMUNITY
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PAL offers furry friends the gift of life
By Aileen Goldstein
Rainbows of brightly colored walls are illuminated by the sunshine streaming in from the windows. The cats seem to enjoy the warm rays and soak up the sun while lounging on various shelves and perches installed throughout the 10 free-roaming cat rooms. The facility is not your average animal shelter. Traditional shelters are a maze of cage-lined walls filled with stray dogs and cats. The Palmetto Animal League is different. The 7,700-square-foot facility is anything but drab and institutional looking. The Palmetto Animal League, also known as PAL, started as a rescue foundation years ago, but only built its first facility six years ago. The rescue organization is completely funded by private donations and the building was donated. Located in the Riverwalk Business Park in Okatie, the facility has the ability to house 150 adoption-ready dogs and cats.
“When we opened, we opened in the middle of a recession and the greatest number of intakes we had at that time were people losing their homes and could not find a place to live with their pets or didn’t have the money for the updated veterinary care their animals needed to move into a particular place,” said PAL president Amy Campanini. Most of the rescues animals today come from a combination of owner relinquishment, strays and animals pulled from municipal shelters. PAL is a no-kill shelter that works to place animals that might otherwise face euthanasia. The facility also offers a clinic for veterinary needs. “We identified early on that a clinic would be a key component to keeping dogs and cats out of shelters,” said Campanini. The community clinic offers a variety of veterinary services, but focuses on wellness and prevention. According to Campanini, there
are a few key things to be aware of when considering adopting a new pet. First and foremost, she cautions people that “it is a lifetime commitment for that animal, so be realistic about your expectations and your lifestyle.” Some people come to the center and expect to adopt a dog, but realize they are not home enough during the day to care for the dog, so a cat might be a better choice. Campanini urges people not to believe the myths about cats not making good pets. “We have a lot of cats at risk in our community and they do make wonderful companion animals, and in a lot of ways they are easier to take care of,” she said. When choosing an animal to adopt, Campanini said it is important to choose a pet based on energy and personality. A family might think a small dog is the easiest to care for, but in reality it might be the largest dog at the center.
PETS MAKE GREAT CHRISTMAS GIFTS Despite the notion that pets are a poor choice for a Christmas gift, Palmetto Animal League President Amy Campanini said that the holidays are a great time to bring home a new pet. Since most people take extra time off around the holidays and children are home from school for an extended period of time, it allows for an easier transition. PAL even offers gift
“Love is the most important thing, but there is a financial component to bringing a pet into your home. Be prepared to have extra costs in your family budget to properly care for an animal,” warned Campanini. The Palmetto Animal League works to offset high costs associated with pet ownership through their community clinic. PAL is always in need of fos-
certificates for gift giving that allows the recipient to choose their companion. “We see it as another way for people to think about bringing a pet into their family. It’s not necessarily a gift, but a gift of life,” she said. As an added bonus, the Palmetto Animal League is waiving the adoption fee for the month of December. Visit palmettoanimalleague.org.
ter homes for animals and Campanini encourages even part-time residents to consider fostering a rescue animal. Above all else, the center’s biggest need is adopters. Campanini reminds people that shelter dogs and cats are not damaged goods. “You get a very healthy animal that has been behaviorally accessed. The value is unbelievable,” she says.
COMMUNITY
Modern Jewelers hosts Island Girls Night Out Attendees of Island Girls Night Out on Dec. 8 had a fabulous time at Modern Jewelers in Beaufort, which, along with other merchants, contributed to several raffles. Those merchants included Smokin' Oaks Barbecue, Beaufort Bread Company, Grace & Glory, Birds & Garden, Beaufort Lands End Tours, Surrey Up and The Kitchen. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
Santa has his hands full during Island Girls Night Out at Modern Jewelers on Bay Street.
Rosemary Cupia, right, co-owner of Modern Jewelers helps guests with their gifts.
Shirley Martin, left, and Pat Gadsden give Santa a big kiss.
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SAR holds Christmas dinner, meeting
In the front row from left are Tom Wilson, registrar of the Gov. Paul Hamilton Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution; Frank Gibson, vice president; Claude Dinkins, president; Paul Steele, secretary; and Dr. Bill Sammons, treasurer and chaplain. In the back row from left are Don Starkey, webmaster; Maj. John Simpson, military awards; Dr. Tom Burnett, historian; Wayne Cousar, South Carolina Society president and education chairman; Michael Keyserling, color sergeant; Ian Bennett, CAR liaison; and Jody Henson, Eagle Scout scholarship and public relations. Photo by Sandi Atkins.
The Gov. Paul Hamilton Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) held its annual formal Christmas dinner meeting recently at the Dataw Island Club. After an hour of socializing, President Claude Dinkins recognized three attending chapter members for their service to the South Carolina SAR, current state society President Wayne Cousar and past state presidents Carroll Crowther and Capt. C. Dean Cullison, USN Ret. The dinner was attended by 61 members and guests, during which time William “Bill” Davies, of Edisto, spoke on Robert Mills (1781-1855), one of America ’s earliest native born architects. A native of South Carolina, Mills designed many of today’s most graceful and long-standing buildings and churches in Charleston, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Washington D.C., among others. He was an early advocate of fireproof con-
struction, designing the "Fireproof Building" in Charleston, built in 1827, currently the home of the South Carolina Historical Society. Three new chapter members, Michael Kelley, Rob Pollard and Christian Tootle, were sworn in by Dinkins prior to Cousar swearing in members Frank Gibson and Paul Steele as chapter vice president and secretary, respectively. Dinkins also presented Capt. Dean Hewitt, USN Ret., with a Korean War Service Veterans Corps certificate and past state President Carroll Crowther presented Color Sgt. Michael Keyserling with a streamer for the chapter flag in recognition of participation in the Battle of Eutaw Springs 235th anniversary service in September. Anyone interested in joining the SAR or attending a meeting in the future can contact chapter registrar Tom Wilson at 843812-9750.
THE CLAUSES VISIT BURTON
One-year-old Cayson Love and his mother, Emily, got a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus on Dec. 10. The Clauses, as they do every year about this time, get driven around on a Burton fire truck through the Burton Fire District and visit with children of all ages. Photo by Bob Sofaly.
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Haley Carter leads USA to victory
North Carolina senior Hayley Carter (Hilton Head Island), Ohio State sophomore Francesca Di Lorenzo (New Albany, Ohio) and Georgia Tech junior Christopher Eubanks (Atlanta) each won singles matches on Dec. 4, leading the United States to a 4-1 victory over Russia in the Master’U BNP Paribas Finals in Marcq-En-Barouel, France - the United States' sixth consecutive title in the international collegiate team competition. Carter and UCLA freshman Ena Shibahara (Rancho Palos Verdes, Calif.) won in women's doubles to clinch the United States' seventh Master'U championship in the last eight years. Carter, the top-ranked collegiate women's singles player, went 3-0 in singles, 3-0 in doubles, with Shibahara, and 1-0 in mixed doubles as the U.S. team, which also featured Stanford junior and two-time Master'U champion Tom Fawcett (Winnetka, Ill.) and Northwestern senior Strong Kirchheimer (Cary, N.C.), beat Ireland in the quarterfinals, Germany in the semifinals and Russia in Sunday's title match. Di Lorenzo also went 3-0 in singles, while Eubanks went 2-0. Each match consisted of two men’s and two women’s singles matches, one women’s and one men’s doubles match and a mixed doubles match.
BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
Eagles beat rival Whale Branch
Beaufort High pulled away to beat visiting rival Whale Branch 47-43 in a varsity boys' high school basketball game on Dec. 6. With the win, Beaufort High moved to 3-0. Matt Garay and Kendrick Dopson paced the Eagles with 12 points each. Kenny Brown led Whale Branch with a
game-high 22 points in the loss. Whale Branch managed to beat Beaufort High 40-38 in the junior varsity game. More on the JV matchup follows. Junior Varsity - Whale Branch 40, Beaufort High 28: Whale Branch pulled away to beat Beaufort High 40-28 in a junior varsity boys' high school basketball game on Tuesday, Dec. 6. Beaufort High slipped to 2-1 with the loss. Brandon Smalls was the only Beaufort High player to reach double figures in the junior varsity boys' basketball game, scoring 12 points.
Foul trouble plagues John Paul II in loss
Bethesda Academy pulled away to beat host John Paul II 65-39 in an early-season boys' high school basketball game on Dec. 9. Foul trouble hindered John Paul II's progress during the contest. John Paul II suffered its first loss in the young 2016-17 season. With the loss, the Golden Warriors dropped to 6-1. John Paul II boasts victories over Henry Academy, Colleton Prep Academy, Thomas Heyward Academy, Dorchester Academy and The Habersham School thus far in the 2016-17 season. The Golden Warriors faced a deficit at the conclusion of each quarter. Bethesda Academy edged John Paul II 11-8 in the first quarter then used an 18-5 scoring advantage in the second period to lead 29-13 at halftime. Determined Bethesda Academy remained ahead throughout the second half, outscoring John Paul II 20-11 in the fourth quarter to finish strong. Numerous players stepped up for Bethesda Academy in the winning effort. James Moore led a balanced Bethesda Academy offensive attack with 19 points. Jadon Jenkins joined Moore in double figures for Bethesda Academy, posting 14 points. Rashad Battiste paced the Golden Warriors with a double-double, scoring 26 points and grabbing 12 rebounds. Battiste led all
players in both scoring and rebounding.
Beaufort Academy drops one-point decision
Visiting Beaufort Academy fell short in its bid to knock off St. Andrew's on the road late in an early-season boys' high school basketball game last week. Homestanding St. Andrew's thanks to a layup from Seth Hansberry, fended off Beaufort Academy by edging the Eagles 47-46. Beaufort Academy missed a pair of scoring opportunities with under 32 seconds remaining. Hansberry led St. Andrew's with a gamehigh 24 points. Jalen Moon, who missed a jumper late in the contest, paced Beaufort Academy with a team-high 22 points. Another Beaufort Academy boys' basketball player, Kevin Williams, missed a shot at the buzzer for the Eagles. Beaufort Academy dropped to 3-2 overall with the loss. With the win, St. Andrew's remained undefeated. St. Andrew's won the junior varsity game, defeating Beaufort Academy 35-30.
Warriors turn back Bluffton, 64-54
George Delaney netted 17 points to lead a balanced Whale Branch scoring effort and lead the Warriors past longtime foe Bluffton 64-54 in an early-season boys' high school basketball game on Dec. 9. Whale Branch, playing on its home gym floor, made the most of its offensive opportunities and turned up pressure defensively to earn the victory over the visiting squad. Delaney led Whale Branch with a teamhigh 17 points. He was one of four Warriors to reach double figures in the scoring column in the victory. Finishing one bucket short of matching Delaney's scoring total, Cam Miller and Kenny Brown contributed 15 points apiece for the Warriors in the win. Joining Delaney, Miller and Brown in double figures for Whale Branch, Xyion Youmans pushed in 10 points.
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Jermaine Patterson paced Bluffton with a game-high 29 points. Patterson thrived throughout the game for the Bobcats. Joining his teammate in double figures, Richard Jenkins netted 14 points for the Bluffton boys' basketball team. Both Patterson and Jenkins have made the move to basketball after helping lead the Football Bobcats into the Lower State Semifinals.
Sharks upend homestanding Eagles
Visiting May River notched a win over Beaufort High in a key early-season boys' high school basketball game on Dec. 9. The Sharks defeated the Eagles 60-44. The setback was Beaufort High's first loss in the 2016-17 season. With the win, May River improved to 3-1. Beaufort High slipped to with the loss. Jai Morrow led May River with a gamehigh 18 points. Ryan Livingston accompanied Morrow in double figures, added 14 points for the Sharks. The Sharks excelled from long range as Morrow and Livingston drained four 3-pointers each in the victory. May River fared well in each quarter, especially the second and third periods. The Sharks have excelled on the hardwood since opening their inaugural campaign less than one month ago. Matt Garay battled foul trouble early in the contest but managed to pace Beaufort High in the setback, scoring 16 points and grabbing six rebounds. Beaufort High managed to beat May River 62-45 in a girls' high school basketball matchup between the two newfound rival schools.
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Naijuia Moyd scored a game-high 25 points to lead Beaufort High past upstart May River 62-47 in an early-season girls' high school basketball game on Dec. 9. Moyd ranks as one of the area's top girls' high school basketball players. With the win, Beaufort High improved to 5-2. May River continues to look for its first-ever win in a debut campaign. With the loss, May River slipped to 0-4. Joining Moyd in double figures for the Eagles, Imari Smalls scored 19 points. The Eagles started strong. Beaufort High led 34-24 at intermission of the early-season prep hoops contest. The Eagles also fared well after the break, stretching their lead in the second half. Beaufort High owned numerous leads over May River before settling for the 15-point victory. Prior to defeating newcomer May River, a first-year girls' high school basketball program, Beaufort High had posted wins over familiar foes Academic Magnet, Garrett Academy Tech, Battery Creek and Whale Branch. May River wasn't without some highlights in the game versus Beaufort High. Casey Sullivan led the Sharks with 12 points and eight rebounds.
Battery Creek beats Whale Branch, 41-23
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Battery Creek beat host Whale Branch 41-23 in a girls' high school basketball game on Dec. 10. Battery Creek used a balanced offensive effort to earn the win. Dasani Dilbert paced the Dolphins in the win. Dilbert was the only Battery Creek player to reach double figures in the scoring column, tallying a team-high 10 points for the winning team in the convincing victory. In addition to her team-best 10 points, Dilbert grabbed seven rebounds for the Dolphins in the convincing victory over longtime rival Whale Branch. Following Dilbert in the Battery Creek scoring column, Jayden Thompson netted seven points. Along wither scoring total, Thompson contributed two rebounds for the Dolphins. Taquasha Lampkin led Battery Creek on the backboards, grabbing a game-high 11 rebounds. Lampkin ranked as Battery Creek's third-leading scorer, chipping in five points. Kevia Sanders rounded out the Battery Creek scoring, netting two points. Sanders was second in rebounding for the Dolphins, delivering nine rebounds. Another Battery Creek player, Kendriana Shojgreen, grabbed six rebounds in the Dolphins' triumph.
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Foundation surprises teachers with grants Supporters and members of the board for the Foundation for Educational Excellence visited 11 different Beaufort County schools to surprise 28 public school teachers with grant awards. These teachers were recipients of the foundation’s Fall Innovative teacher grants. It was a day of celebration as each teacher and classroom were visited with balloons and an oversized check. The 16 grants awarded ranged from $150 to $1,493 and totaled more than $13,300. It is projected that these efforts will provide over 4,400 innovative learning opportunities for students districtwide. Funded projects ranged from an
Jan Davis-Vater, of the Foundation for Educational Excellence, John Mosca, of the Foundation for Educational Excellence and Okatie Rotary, and Bell Beltz, of the Okatie Rotary, surprise River Ridge Academy teachers Jennifer Bell and Chandra Payne and their students with a grant for a study of bones and vertebrae. River Ridge Academy Assistant Principal Matt Hall helped gather the group for the grant presentation.
interactive sea turtle exhibit, reading, science and math grants and musical arts performances.
Chandra Payne and Jennifer Bell of River Ridge Academy in Bluffton submitted the top rated
grant of this fall cycle, “What Can It Be?” These teachers were awarded the Dr. Valerie Truesdale Innovative Teacher Grant Award, in honor of Truesdale, the Beaufort County School District superintendent who was instrumental in starting the Foundation for Educational Excellence in 2007. The monies allotted will allow students to demonstrate an understanding of how scientists classify organisms and how the structures, processes, behaviors and adaptations of animals allow them to survive. The Foundation for Educational Excellence Fund raises funds to support classroom innovation. Es-
tablished in 2007, the foundation awarded its first grants in 2009. Grants of up to $750 are awarded to individual teachers and up to $1,500 for team requests twice each year, and thousands of students have benefited since 2009. This grant cycle was partially funded by grants from The Bargain Box of Hilton Head Island and the Friends of Callawassie, as well as contributions from the Rotary Club of Okatie, individuals and the foundation’s major fundraiser, Jewels and Jeans. The event is held each spring and offers an opportunity for attendees to “Fund a Grant” by pledging money towards partial funding of the foundation’s grants.
America Recycles Day billboard contest winners announced The winning artwork of a Robert Smalls International Academy student was unveiled on Beaufort County’s Facebook page after being selected as the top design in the county’s first annual America Recycles Day billboard contest. The winner of the billboard contest was seventh-grader Cheyene Ly. Her design will be displayed on a billboard in Beaufort County in spring 2017. The billboard contest, coordinated by the Beaufort County Public Works Department Solid Waste and Recycling Office, was held in celebration of America Recycles Day.
“The students played an important role in educating the community on the importance of recycling,” said Ashley Jenkins, Beaufort County recycling coordinator. “We can’t thank them enough.” The contest was developed to help promote, educate and bring awareness to middle school students and the community on the importance of recycling. All winners received a certificate and have their work displayed on the county’s website and Facebook page. The top entries were: Cheyene Ly, first place; Malina Bennett-Hart, second place; and Jourdin Davic,
third place. Tekera Brown, Jaili Lopez and George Luna received honorable mentions. “It is necessary that we educate the public on the importance of keeping recyclable materials out of the landfills,” Jenkins said. “The ultimate goal is to have a clean and sustainable environment.” Beaufort County Public Works Department Solid Waste and Recycling Office provides environmental education opportunities to schools in Beaufort County area. For more information, call 843-255-2823 or visit www.bcgov.net/recycle.
Student Cheyenne Ly poses with Ashley Jenkins, Beaufort County recycling coordinator.
Beaufort County Library to expand Wi-Fi program to schools Thanks to a grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the South Carolina State Library (SCSL), a pilot partnership between Beaufort County's public schools and libraries seeking to bring Internet access to some families living in rural Northern Beaufort County has been so successful that the library has been awarded a $23,194 grant to expand the program. The Beaufort County Library has partnered with Beaufort County, the Beaufort County School District and Kajeet MiFi to expand the reach and benefits of free access to the internet to underserved youth and communities by expanding the SmartSpot Educational Broadband Program. The grant allows for 50 middle school students and their families in the areas of Lobeco, Sheldon, St. Helena Island and Yemassee to borrow the hotspot devices for the remainder of the school year.
The SmartSpot devices use cellular networks to create a personal broadband Internet hotspot and provide portable, highspeed Internet connectivity that can be shared between multiple users. The program comes at no cost to the school district, as Beaufort County funded the initial pilot project for Kajeet MiFi devices and Internet access through its library budget, according to Library Director Ray McBride. This initiative will help to bridge a major gap in the availability of the Internet for a critical segment of Beaufort County’s population which has the most to gain from its use. The SmartSpot Program provides quality access and allows users to continue to learn, work, explore and create beyond library and school hours. Parents or guardians who have students in grades 6-12 who have no Internet access at home may apply through their Beaufort County Branch Library (Beaufort, Lobeco and
St. Helena Branch Libraries only). This project is made possible by a Library Services and Technology Act Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the South Carolina State Library. The Institute of Museum and Library
Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation’s 123,000 libraries and 35,000 museums. The South Carolina State Library is a national model for innovation, collaboration, leadership and effectiveness. It is the keystone in South Carolina’s intellectual landscape.
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The M.C. Riley Joleba African Drumming Ensemble performed in the Bluffton Holiday Parade.
BA students create topographical map of SC
The Beaufort Academy third-grade social studies curriculum encompasses the study of South Carolina. Along with the South Carolina Studies Weekly newspaper, the class created a huge topographical map of the state. It included elements of science, reading, writing and research. This hands-on project has proven to be interactive and all- encompassing. After laying a salt dough base, the students painted and labeled the regions, added rivers, rice and cotton plantations, Indian habitats, the state bird, flower and tree as well as Spanish and English ships crossing the Atlantic Ocean. DECEMBER 15 - 21, 2016
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comfort zone and accepted the challenge. We began our assignment by visiting the Verdier House and meeting with Jackie Wedler, the curator. It’s always a good idea to pick the brains of someone who knows the subject matter. She gave us the background of the house and told us what the owners would use to decorate it, which was mostly plants and fruit, but no Christmas tree. Evidently, people would go to the Town Square to see a
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On the morning of the Night on the Town event, we pulled up to the Verdier House and joined the other garden clubs. The Sea Island Garden Club members were very encouraging. After a few hours, we viewed our display with satisfaction and were pleased that we had accepted the challenge. So, if you are sitting there in your own little comfort zone, you may consider stepping out of it and doing something new. You can always start by visiting the Verdier House on Bay Street. It is a comfortable zone.
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The Parris Island Marine Band Lowcountry Holiday Concert will perform on Sunday, Dec. 18, at the Beaufort High School Performing Arts Auditorium. There will be performances at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. They are both free and open to the public. Doors open 30 minutes before each performance. The Parris Island Marine Band's primary mission is to provide musical support for recruit graduations and other military ceremonies and events. In addition to playing at approximately 40 recruit graduations each year, the band also performs concerts and parades across the United States. For more information, visit www.mcrdpi.marines.mil/band.
Penn Center to have live Nativity scene
The Penn Center will showcase a live Nativity scene from 5:30-6:30 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 18. The evening will include vocal performances by a mass church choir at the Frissell Community House. The Penn Center is at 16 Penn Center Circle West on St. Helena Island. For more information visit www. penncenter.com.
Hallelujah Singers to take the stage
The Hallelujah Singers will present a Gullah Christmas Celebration at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17. The event will be held at Campbell Chapel AME Church at 25 Boundary St. in Bluffton. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 843-757-3652.
Holiday fun planned at Bluffton Branch Library
Zapper, The Elf, is back at Bluffton Branch Library through Wednesday, Dec. 21. Whenever a child visits the library looking for Zapper, the Elf, they can find out what book he is reading to enter for a drawing for a prize. The library is at 120 Palmetto Way in Bluffton. For more information, email kbaxter@bcgov.net.
Library to ring in the new year for kids
The Bluffton Branch Library will hold a Noon Year’s Eve Party at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 31. The library will celebrate with a party, craft and a countdown until the clock strikes noon. The library is at 120 Palmetto
Way in Bluffton. For more information, email kbaxter@bcgov.net.
TLC encourages folks to attend Holiday Book Fair
The Literacy Center of the Lowcountry will hold a Holiday Book Fair at Barnes & Noble on Hilton Head Island. The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the store, which is located at 20 Hatton Place. Pick up that book you’ve been meaning to read, find that last-minute gift and help raise money for TLC. Online sales will also benefit TLC. Use the code 12046991 when ordering. To print out a voucher to take to the store to make sure a percentage of sales go to TLC, visit theliteracycenter.org/events/barnesnoblebookfair.
Church to present Christmas celebration
Riverview Baptist Church will present its Christmas Celebration at 6 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 18. The community is invited to join the church for this event. The children of the church will present the Christmas musical, "Alice in Bethlehem," where young Alice is transported back in time to Bethlehem to learn it is better to give than receive.
The adults will present "Scrooge and Three Wise Guys," a comedy where all discover the true meaning of Christmas. The church is at 2209 Boundary St.
Santa Claus coming to farmer’s market
This holiday season Smile for Santa, a new event sponsored by The Beaufort Garden Club, will take two photos of kids and pets with Santa Claus during the Saturday, Dec. 17, Port Royal Farmers Market. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon. Kids and pets will have two photos taken with Santa when they visit him in the gazebo. These holiday photos will then be emailed. The suggested donation is $5, cash only. Donations will benefit charities and/or civic beautification projects that the Beaufort Garden Club supports, such as the Coastal Conservation League, the Open Land Trust, the National Cemetery, Garden a Day and various scholarships.
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The Starving Artist Market near the Port Royal Farmers Market is offering one-of-a-kind gifts for the Christmas and holiday season. The market features local artists
who meet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays to sell their wares on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. Shoppers can typically find paintings, painting on wood, jewelry, glass art, photography, pottery, Christmas items and more.
Trains on display at Beaufort library
The Beaufort Railroaders Model Train Club will present its 24th annual Christmas Train Show at the Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. through Saturday, Dec. 17. The train show is a Christmas tradition, and has been enjoyed over the years by thousands who appreciate detailed modeling, action, lights, color, fun and nostalgia. Visit www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/trains.
Symphony orchestra presents show
The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra will present “Seasonal Splendor: Corelli Christmas Concerto” on Thursday, Dec. 15, and Sunday, Dec. 18. The Dec. 15 show will be at 7:30 p.m., and the Dec. 18 show will be at 4 p.m. The concert will be held at Sea Island Presbyterian Church at 81 Lady’s Island Drive. For more information, visit www.beaufortorchestra.org.
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THEME: WINTER FUN ACROSS 1. *e.g. "A Winter's Tale" by Mark Helprin 6. Bag in Paris 9. *Cold-weather lip trouble 13. Speak one's mind 14. "What?" 15. What phoenix did 16. Used a lot in sports 17. ____ of Aquarius 18. Misrepresent 19. *Troika ride 21. *Has two eyes made of coal 23. Beluga yield 24. Found in a wall 25. Reggae precursor 28. Whiskey without water 30. Mother of Calcutta 35. What little kittens did with their mittens 37. Computer operating system 39. Ascetic holy Hindu 40. Hippocrates' promise 41. Chemically induced waves, pl. 43. Good obtained illegally 44. Garment fold 46. Sandwich alternative 47. Northern freshwater fish 48. No, they don't really crawl in one's ear
50. Substance abuser 52. Neither 53. Type of tide 55. Jamie ____ Curtis 57. *Popular cold weather fabric 61. *Desired winter destination, pl. 64. Don McLean: "Drove my chevy to the ____" 65. *Elf on the Shelf, e.g. 67. *Remove its furniture in winter? 69. Like a Harvard building? 70. Call to Bo-peep 71. Painter Degas 72. Mrs. Lincoln's maiden name 73. Weary traveler's destination 74. Lofty homes DOWN 1. Us, in Mexico 2. Prefers 3. Tiny bottle 4. "C'mon in!" 5. Wound 6. Persian king 7. Precedes Sep. 8. Maiden's "hope" storage 9. Captain's team 10. Islet in a river 11. Half-way around the world
12. Part of a hammer 15. Residences 20. "Faster!" to a horse 22. *Roast a chest____ over an open fire 24. Cavalryman's foot holder 25. #61 Across, sing. 26. Bear Down Under 27. In the Asteraceae family 29. Again 31. Wood file 32. Buzz Aldrin's first name 33. Plumed military headdress 34. *Ice Angler's drill 36. *Warm winter day occurrence 38. *Winter Holiday, for short 42. Abracadabra, e.g. 45. Preserved in a can 49. "Fancy that!" 51. Go back into business 54. Cover story 56. Horace's poem 57. Dart 58. Prefix in levorotary 59. Like a zealous fan 60. Pauper's permanent state 61. Bridge 62. Units of work 63. Cut and run 66. *Gingerbread creation 68. 60 mins., pl.
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