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HAWK TRAFFIC SIGNAL will be the first in Beaufort County and only the second one of its kind in the entire state of South Carolina.

ARTS

Local painter, Joan Templer, brings worldwide inspiration to her abstract paintings.

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HEALTH

BMH presents DAISY Award to deserving nurse, Wehrenberg.

see page 12 INDEX Beaufort County is nearing completion of the latest segment of the Spanish Moss Trail. In anticipation of its opening, the County’s Traffic Engineering Department is preparing to debut a new type of traffic signal in early February—the HAWK. The HAWK, which stands for a High-intensity Activated crossWalK beacon signal, is specifically designed for pedestrian crossings and directs motor vehicles to stop for pedestrians to cross. A pedestrian will be able to press a button that will trigger

“School of Choice” plan puts parents, students in the driver’s seat

By Jeff Moss, superintendent of Beaufort County School District

three lights which warn vehicles to stop, going from flashing yellow to solid yellow and then to solid red and blinking red.

After the pedestrians cross, vehicles can proceed forward.

The HAWK is sometimes referred to as a Pedestrian Hybrid

Every parent knows from personal experience that each child is an extraordinary, unique individual. Each child has different interests, talents and strengths.

Last year, the Beaufort

Beacon. These types of signals have been tested and evaluated for several years in western states, but are a fairly new concept on the east coast.

According to Colin Kinton, the County’s Traffic and Transportation Engineering Director, the HAWK will be installed where the Spanish Moss Trail crosses Robert Smalls Parkway between Neil Road and Salem Road.

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County School District unveiled an ambitious plan to transform each school into a “school of choice” with a specialized approach to learning.

Parents could then select the type of instruction,

and the type of school focus, that appealed to their children – no matter where they lived in the district. To put it mildly, CHOICE continued on page 15

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Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters honored for rescues; retiring Fire Chief earns Career Achievement Award During the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department’s annual award and holiday, more than 20 local firefighters earned recognition for saving lives on medical calls and at Hunting Island State Park.

The Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department also presented retiring Fire Chief Sammy Negron with the Career Achievement Award.

Beaufort-Port Royal Firefighter John Badgett earned the Firefighter of the Year award, and Derrick Washington received the Reserve Firefighter of the Year Award.

“It was a special night to recognize these two fine firefighters, and also to celebrate the life- saving achievements of our other firefighters recognized in the citations,” incoming Fire Chief Reece Bertholf said.

“I think it was especially satisfying to all of us to be able to be there when Chief Negron took the Career Achievement Award for all he has done to improve the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department,” Bertholf further remarked.

In all, 22 Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters earned recognition on seven different citations. Six of the seven citations were for performing cardio-pulmonary resuscitation resulting in a life saved,

Bertholf continued.

“While the number of CPR saves in 2015 is higher than we’ve seen in the past, it says a lot about our firefightChief Sammy ers’ training and experience as first Negron responders. That includes being able to perform basic lifesaving procedures.”

For example, Firefighter Brittany Thorson earned a citation for exceptional bravery and life- saving skills while working part-time as a lifeguard at Hunting Island State Park.

On May 24, Thorson was off-duty with the fire department and was working as a lifeguard when she saw a young boy who had drifted out too far in the large swells and was in distress. “Without any regard for her own safety and committed to save the swimmer’s life from an impending tragedy, Firefighter Thorson immediately entered the rough surf and proceeded to swim out to the boy in distress,” the citation reads. “Upon reaching the victim, Firefighter Thorson was able to calm the swimmer and perform a daring water rescue. Once ashore, the boy was

reunited with his parents and friends.”

In another citation, Firefighters Joe Ciccone, Vincent Dean and David Evans responded to a call of a person with a possible coronary problem in Port Royal. Upon arrival, they performed CPR and then used an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) to help the patient’s heart re-start.

Emergency medical technicians arrived and transported the victim to the hospital where he recovered.

Other Beaufort-Port Royal firefighters named on honors citations for saving lives were: • Capt. (now Fire Chief ) Bertholf • Capt. Larry Deloach • Lt. Chip Cooler • Lt. Peter Singleton • Lt. Gary Guldner • Lt. Ross Vezin • Firefighters Matt Bowsher, John Garber, Josh Waskow, Derrick Howard, Matt Staley, Clint Holmes, Brett Johnson and Hunter Van Dam. “It was an exceptional night for some amazing firefighters,” Beaufort City Manager Bill Prokop said. “We are very proud of their achievements and appreciate everyone in the department’s never-ending dedication to making Beaufort safer.”

“Books Sandwiched In” to continue through March The popular “Books Sandwiched In” (BSI) Series, sponsored by the Friends of the Beaufort Library (FOL), returned in January with local authors, well-known community leaders and Gullah experts lined up as presenters for this free event.

With a wide-range of book selections and subject matter, the series has attracted large audiences for the past 30 years. Held at the University of South Carolina Beaufort’s Center for the Performing Arts on Boundary St., the series provides easy parking, presentation space and a schedule that leaves time after each presentation for audience questions and answers.

“The Books Sandwiched In series is sponsored by the Friends of the Beaufort Library as a community awareness event meant to introduce notable Beaufort characters and their interests in books and reading to a broad audience,” said FOL President

Marilyn Harcharik.

“As a volunteer charitable organization whose mission is to raise money for the library branches north of the Broad, we’re glad to be able to present this program without cost to the public, especially since the Library system operates on limited funding.”

Although the program starts at noon, doors open at 11:30 a.m. so that attendees can meet the presenter, chat with other book lovers and enjoy complimentary coffee and cookies.

Of course, donations are greatly appreciated. It is also a great time to become a “Friend” of the Beaufort County Library or renew yearly memberships.

Sponsors for this year’s event will be Beaufort Memorial Hospital, Palmetto State Bank, Verity Investment Partners, Levin Gilley & Fisher LLC, Modern Jewelers, Anchorage 1770, McDonalds (Lady’s Island, Port

SAVE THE DATES Monday, Feb. 8

Ned Tupper presents Natchez Burning by Greg Iles

Monday, Feb. 15

Victoria Smalls presents The Penn Center: A History Preserved by Orville Vernon Burton

Monday, Feb. 22

Barbara Hathaway presents The Wright Brothers by David McCullough

Monday, Feb. 29

Ellen Malphrus presents her own book, Untying the Moon

Monday, March 7

Barbara Olney presents All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr

Royal & Walmart locations), Merry Maids, Hand & Tanner Financial Group, Pender Brothers, and Beaufort Bookstore/McIntosh Book Store.

THE CHAMBER CORNER UPCOMING EVENTS

• Thursday, February 11: Business After Hours, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. hosted by the Celadon Community, 14 Celadon Drive, Lady’s Island. This event is free for members, $5 for guests.

Please RSVP to the Chamber Office by calling (843) 525-8500.

• Tuesday, February 16: State of the Schools Breakfast, from 8:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the Beaufort Holiday Inn & Suites, 2225 Boundary Street, Beaufort.

The cost is $15 for members, $20 for non members. You may reserve tables of 8 available for $120. Please RSVP to the Chamber Office by calling (843) 525-8500.

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BUSINESS OF THE WEEK Congratulations to this week’s Chamber Business of the Week - Custom Clean Car Wash! Each week, the Chamber highlights one member business as a thank you for their investment in the Chamber and our community. Special thanks to K’s Party Store for sponsoring Business of the Week!

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Advocacy Trip to Columbia:

Leaders of the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce met with elected officials to advocate for important issues impacting our region.

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Local Rotary Club hosts Adventure Biathlon Each March Beaufort’s Sea Island Rotary hosts the awesome Hunting Island Adventure Biathlon Race at Hunting Island State Park, SC. This year’s race will be held Saturday, March 26 at 11 a.m. The race includes a 6-mile paddle followed by a 4.5 mile trail run in the park. What is the adventure part? Every year the lagoon and trail conditions in the park are a little different, and the Rotary throws in a few other surprises for a little extra fun.

The race begins in the park’s lagoon where racers paddle kayaks or stand-up paddle boards (SUP) out of the lagoons and into Fripp Inlet, circle around the Fripp Island Bridge and then back to the lagoon. From there, the racers transition into a 4.5 mile trail run through the natural maritime forest of Hunting Island. Athletes may complete the course in teams, where one paddles and the other runs – which we call a Relay Team.

Also some racers paddle as a team in a tandem kayak and then run the trails together (they must finish together).

This is designated a Tandem Team.

The Adventure Biathlon has grown substantially over the past 10 years into one of the Southeast’s premiere Adventure Kayak/Run Biathlons. Athletes travel from across the country and even outside the US, just to participate in this local favorite event. The race averages about

180 athletes who compete in a variety of award categories for great prizes. After the race, participants and event organizers meet for the Official Post Race Party to enjoy beer and chili, and fellowship (or bragging as some like to call it). To register online go to huntingislandbiathlon.com.

Three community leaders with district ties named recipients of MLK Service Awards Three community leaders with ties to the Beaufort County School District have been named as recipients of the 2016 Martin Luther King, Jr. Distinguished Service Award.

Board of Education member Michael Rivers, Beaufort High School Dean of Students Herbert Glaze and Beaufort County Coroner Ed Allen were honored for their public service at the annual Unity Breakfast sponsored by the Xi Gamma Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. The theme of the breakfast was “Social Justice 2016 – You Matter, I Matter, We All Matter: How Can We Make All Lives Matter for a Better America!”

The award recognizes individuals who have committed themselves to a lifetime of service in the community.

Rivers was elected to the Beaufort County Board of Education in 1998 and served as the District 5 representative until the redistricting in 2012, when he was elected to represent District 3. An ordained minister currently serving at the United Church of Jesus Christ for All People, Rivers has served on numerous boards, including the Beaufort County Recreation Commission, the Parks and Leisure Services Board and the Beaufort-Jasper Academy of Career Excellence. He also served as president of the St. Helena branch of the NAACP, as Lowcountry Regional Coordinator for the 4

South Carolina Conference Branch of the NAACP and as Beaufort County Poll Manager.

After graduating from Beaufort High in 1976, River served in the U.S. Air Force, where he studied business management. He graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors from Claflin College.

“I’m humbled and honored to be chosen for such a prestigious recognition, and from such an organization of such historic importance,” Rivers said. “It’s more important than ever for all of us to nurture Dr. King’s legacy – not only to remember the dream but also remember the man.”

Glaze has worked in the Beaufort County School system for 44 years and also has served as the girls track coach for 40 years, with his teams winning nine state championships and 26 region championships. He has twice been named as South Carolina’s track and field Coach of the Year and has been inducted into the South Carolina Coaches Association Hall of Fame.

In addition to his school-related work, Glaze served on Beaufort County Council for 20 years and founded Citizens Against Violence Everywhere, a grassroots community coalition of key stakeholders including local county and municipal governments, law enforcement agencies, schools, faith-based organizations, non-profit agencies, businesses, parents and youth. He serves on the

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Advisory Board for Beaufort County Adult Education and is a board member of the Lowcountry Council of Governments and the CPM Federal Credit Union.

“When you do things, you do it to benefit others – not for awards,” Glaze said. “But it’s great when you are rewarded because it tells you that people are watching and that they are appreciative.”

Allen served as Deputy Coroner of Beaufort County for 28 years before being named the County’s Coroner in November 2008, making him the first African-American Coroner of Beaufort County since Reconstruction in the 1870s. He graduated from Robert Smalls High School in 1967 and attended Xavier University in New Orleans before transferring to the Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science. He graduated in 1970 with a Certificate in Mortuary Science. In 1974, Allen he became the first director of the Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services and was the first African-American EMS director in South Carolina. He served in that role for 33 years and retired in 2007.

Beginning in 2013, Allen began working with students at Beaufort High School in Bradley Smith’s biomedical science class. With Allen’s assistance, students “investigate” a mock crime scene, analyzing data and evidence to determine the cause of death.

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Senior Leadership Program begins with Rich History Days

Beaufort County Senior Leadership Class of 2016 at the Beaufort History Center.

January marked the beginning of the Beaufort County Senior Leadership Program (BCSL), and the class of 2016 is now rolling. Made up of enrollees from all over the County, the participants will be receiving, over the next 15 Wednesdays, a comprehensive insider look at many facets of our home here in the Lowcountry.

The topic for the past two weeks was Beaufort’s deep and colorful history. Dr. Eric Poplin, an archeologist consultant, lectured on Beaufort County from the beginning of time up to the Civil War including fascinating details of our geology, and very earliest citizens. Santa Elena Foundation’s Dr. Andrew Beall presented his always entertaining story of

our “lost century” where Beaufort played a starring role. The local experience of the Civil War up to the Great Storm of 1893 was presented by Dr. Stephen Wise, Director of the Parris Island History Museum and USCB professor. Dr. Wise shared quite a few very interesting background anecdotes that brought the period to life. Mary Rivers Legree, local Gullah expert and prominent advocate, educated the group on the rich history and culture of our Gullah citizens. The first day wrapped up in the Beaufort History Museum at the Arsenal where participants could view actual artifacts, and learn more from the docents.

The second day covered the south

Beaufort County Senior Leadership Class of 2016 in the USCB classroom.

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It was immensely informative, and enriching to anyone wanting to know why Beaufort County is what it is today.

Returning north of the Broad, the group was taken back to the 18th century at St Helena’s Parish Church with a story laden talk with docent Wayne Cousar centering on what the church has seen over the past 300 years, and a tour of the church graveyard.

The day’s finale was a social mixer at the newly renovated inn, the Anchorage 1770, right on Bay Street with a view of the water. Hosts, owner Frank and Amy Lesesne, greeted us warmly with the story of the great house, which dates back…1770.

Beaufort County Senior Leadership Class of 2016 at St. Helena’s Parish.

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county starting at the Coastal Discovery Museum with director Natalie Hefter enlightening us all on south county history going back to the Native Americans and right up to the place we live in today. After a tour of the beautiful grounds, BCSL participants headed to the Gateway Campus of USCB for lunch at the Sand Bar Café and an afternoon presentation by Dr. Lawrence Rowland, USCB Professor Emeritus. Dr. Rowland filled participants in on local history from the Great Storm of 1893 up through today, with many anecdotes found only in his and Dr. Wise’s most recent book, the third in their three part series on the history of Beaufort County.

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The Technical College of the Lowcountry recently named Chris Kirby the recipient of its first Veteran Scholarships Forever scholarship award. Kirby, a former marine, is enrolled in the emergency medical technician program and plans to become a firefighter.

VSF is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping veterans transition back to civilian life. VSF establishes college scholarships for veterans enrolled in certified vocational and technical training programs that are not covered by the G.I. Bill. To date,

TCL President Richard Gough (left) presents TCL’s first Veteran Scholarships Forever scholarship award to student Chris Kirby.

VSF has given TCL $4,000, a portion of which funded Kirby’s award.

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7th Annual Bands, Brews & BBQ coming in February Bands, Brews & BBQ will offer wings, barbecue and craft beers as well as the music of The Cluster Shucks and Cranford Hollow on Friday and Saturday, February 26th & 27th on Paris Ave and hosted by the Town of Port Royal. This is an official South Carolina Barbecue Association sanctioned event which kicks off the 2016 season. The event benefits FRIENDS of Caroline Hospice.

Cook teams from across the Southeast will serve their award-winning wings and butts. Friday night is the Wing Throw Down from 6 to 9 p.m.

The Cluster Shucks will perform. Saturday is the BBQ tasting from noon to 4 p.m. featuring Hilton Head’s very own

touring band, Cranford Hollow. Awards will be presented by sanctioned South Carolina BBQ Association judges.

General admissions passes are available online in advance for $10 per day for adults and $5 per child or at entrance for $15 and $5. Tickets will be sold for sampling of wings Friday night and BBQ Saturday. Entertainment will be provided by local bands The Cluster Shucks and Cranford Hollow. Craft brews, Budweiser and Pepsi products will be available for purchase. Event will take place rain or shine.

To purchase your tickets today or for more information and volunteer opportunities go to friendsofcarolinehospice. org or call 843-525-6257.

The Cluster Shucks put on a great performance at the 2015 Bands, Brews & BBQ.

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Rural and Critical Program plan to continue it’s water quality protection efforts in the Chechessee watershed

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nother important property was added to the Rural and Critical land inventory furthering the Program’s goals to contribute to water quality protection in the Chechessee River Watershed. This property is in close proximity to an economically and ecologically important local waterway and

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outstanding resource water. The 82 acre tract, located south of Chechessee Road, also adds to a substantial area of land that has already been preserved. In total, with property adjacent to this tract known as Manigualt Neck, a 222 acre area has now been protected. Other nearby protected properties include: Altamaha Heri-

tage Preserve, Lemon Island, Widgeon Point Preserve.

The mosaic of preserved land on the urbanizing edge of northern Beaufort County has formed a remarkable greenway of important habitat between the ACE Basin to the north and the Savannah Wildlife Refuge to the south.

ists traveling in this area to be strongly aware of the new signal and pedestrians. Pedestrians waiting to cross should always remember to push the button at the crosswalk and wait for all traffic to come to a complete stop.

This greenway is truly one of the most significant and resounding achievements of the Rural and Critical Program.

These individual land purchases over the lifetime of the Program have culminated in landscape scale conservation that will contribute to the ecological health of the County far into the future.

WHAT DO YOU THINK? From roundabouts to new traffic signals to a Walmart on Lady’s Island ­— we want to hear your opinon on all of the changes happening here in Beaufort! Send letters to the Editor at theislandnews@gmail.com.

Local photographer to compete in ArtFields competition ArtFields, the South’s largest and most engaging art competition and festival, is pleased to announce the accepted artists for the 2016 event.

Lynn Long, a local nature and landscape photographer and owner of Long Time Photography, has been accepted into the competition for this year. ArtFields will take place April 22-30 in downtown Lake City, South Carolina.

Selected by a jury of visual arts professionals, the accepted artists will exhibit nearly 400 works of art, representing the talent across the 8

12 Southeastern states – Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. These emerging and established artists will compete for their chance at a share of $110,000 in cash prizes, awarded based on visitor input and a panel of acclaimed judges and educators.

“I was extremely impressed with the high quality of the submitted works,” said 2016 Review Panelist and University of South Carolina Art History Professor Bradford Collins, PhD. “The artwork

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is a wonderful mix of the pleasing and the provocative.”

Prizes to be awarded include the Top Prize ($50,000), Juried Panel Prize ($25,000), People’s Choice twodimensional ($12,500), People’s Choice three-dimensional ($12,500) and 10 Merit Awards ($1,000 each).

“ArtFields started in 2013 with a simple goal: to honor the artists of the Southeast with a week’s worth of celebration and competition in the heart of a traditional, Southern town,” said Ashley Jacobs, Executive Director, Lake City Creative Alliance. “Drawing

more than 20,000 attendees each year, the 2016 event will offer more than 400 pieces of world-class, southern art, nationally acclaimed entertainers including NBC’s “America’s Got Talent” act Mountain Faith Band, awardwinning chefs such as FOX’s “Hell’s Kitchen” winner and Food and Wine featured Chef Tasha Mac, children’s activities, workshops and more.”

Jacobs continued, “There’s a reason CNN’s ’50 States, 50 Spots’ named ArtFields ‘South Carolina’s Top Spot to See’ in 2014.” To learn more about ArtFields 2016, visit www.artfieldssc.org.

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Wollwerth brings a new perspective to the Thibault Gallery John Wollwerth is pleased to present his art work at the Thibault Gallery at 815 Bay Street in downtown Beaufort as the Featured Artist of the Month beginning this coming Friday, Feb. 5th.

He is a famous local artist working in digital and infrared photography.

John was born and raised in Long Island, New York. A series of life changes, and a desire to be near family, brought his family to Beaufort about ten years ago. He gave up on the corporate grind, learning along the way that just because you can do something doesn’t mean you should do it. He decided to follow his passion for photography, so he sold his house, moved, and has been taking pictures for a living ever since.

John’s passion has allowed him to meet people he never would have imaged meeting, and go places he never imagined he would go, from the four corners of America, to the Caribbean, Europe, and the most remote parts of Africa.

When people describe John, they

FEATURED ARTIST AT THE THIBAULT GALLERY ON BAY STREET From an early age, John Wollwerth remembers his father taking pictures with his vintage Exacta camera. He died when John was 13 years old, but John inherited his camera and his passion for photography. Where his father was only able to do photography as a hobby, John has been blessed to take photographs for a living.

might say he’s a little hard to figure out.

He has odd tastes in music and literature, and has his own way of thinking through things. He can, on occasion, be a bit A.D.D as well. But people might also agree that he’s an independent thinker, and sees things differently, which is an asset for a photographer. He has a passion to help people see the scene within a scene that normally gets lost.

John strives to create compelling images that evoke emotion within the viewer.

The greatest compliment he says he’s gotten was when someone says his work made them “weep”. That was a powerful image to have that effect.

John is an award winning photographer, and his work has appeared in numerous publications and websites such as The Washington Post, Coastal Living, and South Carolina Homes and Gardens. He has been featured in The Daily Dozen on National Geographic’s “Your Shot”, and is a regular contributor to Beaufort Lifestyles Magazine. John is based out of Beaufort, South Carolina, but also regularly travels to Kenya, South Sudan, and Ethiopia using his camera to do missionary and humanitarian work. A portion of the proceeds of his African art goes to his work there.

Please join John at the Thibault

Gallery for First Friday after Five on February 5th from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m.

John will be there to discuss his work and answer any questions.

USCB to celebtrate Frank Sinatra’s 100th birthday Feb. 26 You won’t want to miss the Odyssey Jazz & Swing 21 piece Orchestra featuring Penney Lynn Smith & Terry Herron singing Sinatra hits, his Duets and sharing stories about Sinatra’s wives & lovers, the Rat Pack, U.S. Presidents, his Movies, and secrets from his arrangers and conductors. This isn’t just a concert. It’s a major “show” with many surprises. This is a musical journey through Sinatra’s incredible 60 year career, and his

unique ability to reinvent himself to appeal to new generations. Odyssey Orchestra is not your Mom & Dad’s retirement band … it’s a ‘Big Band Machine’ featuring the region’s best professional Jazz & Swing musicians.

You’ll hear and feel the distinctive phrasing, enunciation, attitude and ‘swagger’’ that Sinatra put into every song, including “Luck be a Lady”, “Come rain or come Shine”, “New York, New York”, “One for my Baby”,

“Witchcraft”, “It was a very good Year” … and many more, including Jazz renditions from the big band.

So save the date – Friday February 26th from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Get your tickets early as they are going fast. We’ll see you at the USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret Street, in Beaufort to celebrate 100 years of Sinatra. For tickets call 843-521-4145 or go online: www.uscbcenterforthearts.com.

Charles Street Gallery hosts reception for paintings that sing with conscientiousness

Joan Templer and work from her Veil of Veronica series.

Joan Templer, the painter, educator and a world-traveling resident of Beaufort presents a selection of her work at Joan’s Picks: A Retrospective Show beginning February 19th with an opening reception at 5:30 p.m. at The Charles Street Gallery located at 914 Charles Street in downtown.

Joan’s Eye is her book; broad is her perspective; full-bodied is her texture; innovative are her techniques; and open-minded is her approach. Her paintings sing with conscientiousness. Which piece will be your pick to absorb and discuss?

The Charles Street Gallery is an established source for Lowcountry and international art, presented within a carefully renovated house surrounded by a lush garden in the middle of Beaufort’s historic district. For more information, go to their website at thecharlesstreetgallery.com.

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Beaufort Memorial Hospital nurse Margo Wehrenberg wins prestigious DAISY Award For most of his 85 years on earth, Harry Tarrance lived life at full throttle.

“To know Harry was to love Harry,” said his granddaughter Christina Wilson. “He was a notorious lady’s man, a real character to say the least.”

Despite a long battle with colorectal cancer, the retired car dealer wasn’t ready to see it end. When his liver began to fail and he became jaundiced, he insisted he didn’t need medical attention.

“His body was shutting down, but he didn’t want to go to the hospital,” Wilson said. “He was terrified of dying.”

Until he met his match in Margo Wehrenberg, the Beaufort Memorial nurse assigned to care for him.

Wehrenberg laughed at his jokes, played along with his flirtations and cared for him like family. Their mischievous banter lifted his spirits and soothed his unease.

“We established a rapport from the get-go,” Wehrenberg said. “I think he knew he didn’t have much time. He was a bigger-than-life kind of guy and here he was at the end, feeling scared and alone.”

Even as Tarrance declined over the next four days, Wehrenberg kept him upbeat with her good-natured teasing.

“She didn’t treat him like he was dying,” Wilson said. “She talked with him and took care of performing tasks that can be demeaning.”

Wilson was so grateful for the peace Wehrenberg brought to her grandfather; she nominated the longtime nurse for the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national tribute reserved for RNs who go the extra mile to care for patients and their families. Last week, Beaufort Memorial staff surprised the 62-year-old Wehrenberg with the trophy—a hand-carved sculpture titled

Margo Wehrenberg was presented the prestigious Daisy Award for Extraordinary Nurses at a surprise ceremony last week at the hospital. Among those joining the celebration were Phyllis Mike, Nancy Fu, Paris Bloomfield, Verona Mitchell, Susie Roos, Margo Wehrenberg, Annemarie Gierling-Gault, Karen Carroll, Kelly Cruikshank and Lydia Stanley.

“A Healer’s Touch”.

“I love what I do,” said Wehrenberg, who retired from nursing in 1998 only to resume her career 13 years later. “I wasn’t cut out to be a lady of leisure. I love the fact that I can help people and in turn, I am fulfilled.”

Wilson witnessed the nurse’s unwavering humanity in the final hours of her grandfather’s life. She watched Wehrenberg tenderly clean the dying man and swab his lips, talking to him softly all the while.

“I heard her say, ‘Mr. Harry, you are so handsome,’” Wilson recalled. “He opened his eyes and smiled at her and that was it.

When she turned to tell us he had passed away, she had tears in her eyes.”

Nancy Fu, the nursing director of the floor, wasn’t surprised Wehrenberg was nominated for the award.

“Margo demonstrates the essence of nursing every day,” she said. “She truly cares for her patients.”

For Wilson and her family, it was just what the doctor ordered.

“It brought immense comfort to us

Beaufort Memorial nurse Margo Wehrenberg is congratulated by Christina Wilson, who nominated her for the Daisy Award. Wehrenberg took care of Wilson’s grandfather, Harry Tarrance, at the end of his life.

that she was there for him at the end,” Wilson said. “She gave him peace. It was nothing short of beautiful.”

The DAISY Award was created in 1999 by a Seattle couple as a way to honor the nurses who took care of

their son before he died. It has since been adopted by healthcare facilities all over the world. Anyone can nominate a BMH nurse for the DAISY Award.

Applications are available throughout the hospital.

WE ARE PERFECT, JUST THE WAY WE ARE!

By Susan Stone

You are perfect! We all are…we may be perfectly flawed, but we are perfect all the same.

What would change in your life if you KNEW you were the right size, the right gender, the right height, the right color and you were in the right and perfect place?

We place so much importance on the “form”. The world tells us what is beautiful…is it true?

The world tells us how much we are worth, by the bottom line of our bank accounts…how can that be?

True and TRUTH are two different things. They often have little to do with one another.

Whatever we believe to be true shows up in our lives that way. We will find evidence to support whatever we have decided is true for us. And we will join with others who agree with us. Just think back a decade or two. What did you believe was true when you were 10, 20 or even 40? What belief did you think was worth fighting for? Do you still feel that way? Or, have you discovered some 12

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greater truths since then? Have you ever wondered why people argue over (go to war over) what they are convinced is true, but you clearly see it differently? How can two opposing ideas be true?

It’s because we make it up. We all do.

We decide what is true…or we allow the world tell us what is true. “True” will not set you free. It will bind you in the illusion. But “Truth” will always set you free. And that is the feeling you will feel every time you see it, feel it and hear it.

What would change in your life if you could see yourself the way the Heavens see you?

To them we are swirling bits of atomic light. They don’t see our fat, our wrinkles, our tattoos or the color of our hair. They

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see perfection…they see our essence.

You are perfect for your mission here on Earth. You have something that nobody else has. You came with a gift to give to the world. And if you don’t find the courage to use it, then we will have to do without, because no-one else has your gift.

Most of us spend hours in front of the mirror or in the gym trying change our appearance. We buy cars and houses and many other items to show the world that we have “arrived” or to satisfy something within ourselves.

The truth is that we get tired of our “things” very quickly and either forget about them or replace them. The truth is that brown hair is not better than grey hair (my granddaughter calls mine

“sparkles”), or that pink is not better than green, any more than is younger better than older. We are making it all up!

Do what you do because it makes you feel good. Wear your favorite clothes even if they are not “in style”. Recently a cashier made the comment that I looked like a throwback from the 60’s, apparently because I dress like an old hippie. I thanked her.

If purple hair makes you feel good… then do it! Do the work that makes your heart sing! Call it play for profit! Accept that the years have changed the way you look and feel and be grateful for all the wisdom/wrinkles you have earned.

My master teacher has told me many times; “If it feels good, do it and if it doesn’t, don’t!” She said that got her in a lot of trouble when she was young (smile). She’s 89 now.

“They” are not imposing anything on us. WE ARE THEY! If we allow the world to tell us what is true, then we will struggle to the end of our days. But if we can accept our own perfection and see ourselves that way, we will know peace.

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A focus on students, teachers and educational events in northern Beaufort County

District administrator earns 2016 statewide honor

From left, Beaufort County School District school counselors: Kidada Irick (Port Royal Elementary); Mary Hady (Hilton Head Island Elementary IB); Sara Reynolds (St. Helena Elementary); Deborah Moore ( Joseph Shanklin Elementary); Lori Howell (Lady’s Island Middle); Geri Henderson (the district’s lead counselor); Bonnie Almond (the district’s director of secondary education); Edward Johnson (South Carolina Department of Education); Jennifer Simmons (Hilton Head Island Middle); Sherry Williamson (Beaufort High); Jalissa Newton (Lady’s Island Elementary); Carol Brediger (Mossy Oaks Elementary) and Kimberly Brown (Whale Branch Early College High).

A Beaufort County School District administrator has earned statewide recognition for her support of school counselors. Bonnie Almond, the district’s director of secondary education, has been presented with the 2016 School Counselor Advocate of the Year Award by the Palmetto State School Counselors Association.

This is the first year for the new statewide recognition, which honors individuals who have demonstrated their support of school counseling programs.

“I’m gratified to be recognized, but at the same time I know that this award is so much bigger than any one person,” Almond said. “School counselors are critical components of successful schools, and their contributions are critical components of our district’s strategic plan. They make up a core element of the overall vision for our district, for our superintendent and for our Board of Education.”

Almond was nominated by Beaufort County School District counselors and was selected for the statewide honor by the awards committee of the Palmetto State School Counselors Association.

Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company chats with Lady’s Island Elementary School

Lady’s Island Elementary School’s performing dance groups attended the Paul Taylor 2 Dance Company performance at The Arts Center of Coastal Carolina on Friday, January 15th. Students had the opportunity to see three dance works and participate in a question and answer session with the dancers. The tickets for this performance were provided by the Beaufort County School District and the transportation was paid for by the Arts in Basic Curriculum Advancement Grant.

Calling all high school photographers The Photography Club of Beaufort has opened entries for the annual Dale Westcott High School Nature Contest. Dale Westcott was an educator and avid nature photographer and a member of the Photography Club of Beaufort before his passing.

Each year since 2006, the club has given monetary awards and ribbons to the best nature photography in his memory.

The contest is open to all high schools and home-schooled students residing in Beaufort County. The deadline for this year’s submissions is April 1, judging on April 11 and awards given out on May 9 at the organization’s monthly meeting. Please see visit www.photoclubbeaufort for specific details for submission requirements. If you have further questions, please contact Sandy Dimke (dimke@hargray.com), coordinator of the award.

2015 Dale Westcott winning photograph by Jessica Westmark.

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Dixon and Moss top scorers for Beaufort Academy in Math Meet Beaufort Academy took two teams to the SCISA High School Math Meet recently at the Sumter Civic Center. Senior, Maya Dixon had the top score for her team and Eighth grader, Caroline Moss had the top score for her team.

Maya Dixon, left, and Caroline Moss, right.

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continued from page 1 parents loved it. Choice applications approved for the current academic year have allowed 2,900 students – 13 percent of the district’s total enrollment – to attend schools outside their zoned attendance areas.

I recently met a Lady’s Island parent of three children who is a terrific example of a dedicated “school shopper.” This year two of her children are attending an outof-zone elementary school that offers an accelerated math and science curriculum, while the third is thriving in the artsinfused program offered by his zoned school, Lady’s Island Middle. This parent carefully investigated her options, visited several schools and made her choices.

From now until 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, the district is accepting school choice applications for the 2016-17 academic year. Current instructional options include such choices as Montessori, International Baccalaureate, arts infused, Classical Studies, dual language immersion, early college, leadership programs and advanced math and science.

The “School Choice Headquarters” on the district’s website (www.beaufortk.12. sc.us) offers lots of information about our choice options, as well as answers to questions about the application process.

The next edition of “Our Schools,” the district’s monthly TV show in partnership with The County Channel, focuses on school choice and begins airing this Friday, Feb. 4. And hundreds of parents are attending district- and school-sponsored information fairs to learn more about what’s available.

There are three ways to apply: 1. Complete an online application on the School Choice Headquarters page of the district’s website. Online applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 1.

2. Complete a hard-copy application that can be downloaded and printed from the School Choice Headquarters site, or picked up from any district school. Hard-copy applications must be mailed (and postmarked no later than Tuesday, March 1) to Carolyn Bostick, Office of Student Services, Beaufort County School District, 2900 Mink Point Blvd., Beaufort, SC 29901.

3. Hand-deliver a completed hard-copy application no later than 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 1, to the Beaufort County School District’s main offices at 2900 Mink Point Blvd. in Beaufort.

Military families and other families who can document that they moved to Beaufort County after the March 1 deadline but before July 31 may still submit applications.

Beaufort County students who attend choice programs do not pay extra tuition, although families are responsible for student transportation if they live outside of their local schools’ attendance zones. All choice schools also serve children who live in their attendance zones, in addition to students from outside the zone who apply to attend.

And all district schools – regardless of their instructional “specialty” – maintain a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics focus, as well as a core program that includes the arts, world languages and technology.

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Discovering the tiers of Malbec in Argentina

By Celia Strong

Sometimes, you just have to step up.

With our wine lessons, this is one of those times. We’re going to look at several Malbec wines, all from the same winery, at different quality levels, at different prices, each giving us a different expression (fancy wine-speak that means version) of this grape variety. And, yes, we are going to Argentina. Where great Malbecs have been known to happen.

To begin with, let’s review a bit about this grape. Probably, it originated in northern Burgundy, the region in eastern France that grows great Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs. For centuries, it was grown in Bordeaux, where it is still used in blends to soften the rough edges of not quite ripe Cabernet Sauvignons and Merlots. In 1956, there was a huge frost in Bordeaux, and 75% of the Malbec vines died. Currently, it is used in much smaller percentages than before that frost.

Malbec is thin skinned and needs more sun and warmth than either Cabernet or Merlot. With low yields, it can produce rich, dark and juicy wines. The Malbec grape gives its wine deep, dark, inky red or violet colors, ample tannins and plum and smokey flavors.

It was introduced into Argentina in 1868. There, it produces smoother, softer tannin wines with great complexities. A study, done at the Catena Institute of Wine and the University of California at Davis (the big wine school in this country), showed that Malbec from Argentina was distinctly different than Malbec from California. In Argentina, the best Malbec wines come from high altitude vineyards, in Mendoza’s Luján de Cuyo and Uco valleys. In 1994, Nicolas Catena Zapata planted the first Malbec

Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor & Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.

vines above 5,000 feet. Now, that’s a new member of the “Mile High Club!”

Enough catching up, though. A bit about our winery, now, so we can get to our wines. Terrazas de Los Andes.

Literally translated, that’s Terraces of the Andes Mountains. Makes you think of vines growing on hillsides, doesn’t it? Pretty good name for a winery.

Terrazas is owned and operated by Moët & Chandon, the well-known Champagne company. In 1950, they saw an opportunity for expansion in South America. And, in 1960, they established Chandon Argentina in Mendoza. They restored an old winery, at the foot of the Cordón del Plata, a section of the Andes. In 1990, they started to make varietal wines. In response to what the wine markets of the world were looking for. And, they became Terrazas. With three tiers of Malbec wines.

Terrazas Altos del Plata is their best known, and lowest priced Malbec. For this wine, the grapes are hand-picked, allowing each grape to ripen. The grapes are de-stemmed and cold macerated for five days.

Fermentation is done with selected yeasts and

lasts about 15 days. The wine is aged in oak barrels for eight months, then clarified, filtered and bottled early for freshness. The finished wine is red with purple highlights. It has black fruit aromas, like plums and berries, along with hints of toast and white pepper spiciness.

For $9.99.

Terrazas Reserva is the next step, or tier, up. These grapes are also hand-picked, but their skins are split very slightly, too. Fermentation and maceration lasts 21 days, with pumping over done to develop more flavors. It is aged for 12 to 14 months in barrels. One third new barrels and the rest second or third use, French barrels. The wine is clarified and filtered before bottling. And the bottles are aged six month before their release. The grapes for this wine come from two select vineyards in Mendoza (Las Compuertas and Altamira), at an average of 3,545 feet above sea level. It is more purple colored with red hints, and has very intense aromas of flowers (violets) and red fruits (raspberries and cherries). There are also toasted coffee and chocolate notes.

This wine is much bigger in your mouth, with delicate tannins. A Malbec with great finesse. For $16.97.

Last, but not least for sure, Las Compuertas. A single

vineyard wine. And quite a bit different than our first two wines. Partly because of the source of the grapes, partly because of how this wine is made. “Compuerta” translated into English means “gate,” sometimes “locked gate.” In the world of Argentine wines, this can ever refer to the gates in the irrigation ditches, sluices, running melting snow down from the mountains. Like its “siblings,” these Malbec grapes are hand-picked.

But, further, they are hand sorted.

Only the best go into these bottles. (Some of the extra, notquite-so- good grapes are blended into the Reserva Malbec.) After fermentation, which takes 30 days, the wine is racked (moved gently from one barrel to the next), so that filtering is not needed. Eighteen to twenty months in barrels. Once bottled, the wine is stored for another 12 months, minimum, before it is released. Everything about this wine is more intense. It is a deeper shade of red with purple edges.

Its aromas and flavors (plum, blackberry, black cherry, smoke, anise) are more distinct and complex. Las Compuertas has great tannin structure but is also succulent and silky textured. The type of wine you can use as a yardstick to measure other Malbecs against. For $49.99.

There we have them. The three tiers of Terrazas Malbecs. Each with its own fans, each with its own place in our wine drinking lives. The great thing is to try all three. That way you can always make your choice better. Enjoy.

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dining guide

A listing of local restaurants in northern Beaufort County:Your resource for where to eat AGAVE MEXICAN GRILL: 1430

Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 843-379-0232; L.D.

ALVIN ORD’S: 1514 Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 843-524-8222; L.D.

SPOTLIGHT ON:

BRODY’S BAR & GRILL

Q ON BAY: 822 Bay St., Beaufort;

524-7771; Barbecue, Southern cooking; L.D.

RANCHO GRANDE MEXICAN RESTAURANT: 41-B Robert Smalls

ATHENIAN GARDENS: 950 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-9222; Greek; L.D.

Parkway, Beaufort, 322-9909. 136 Sea Island Parkway, Suite 4 & 6, Lady’s Island, 5240405.

BACK PORCH GRILL: 1 Landing Dr,

RED ROOSTER CAFE: 1210 Ribaut

BEAUFORT BREAD COMPANY:

ROSIE O’GRADYS PUB: Suite 3,

BELLA LUNA: 859 Sea Island Parkway,

RYAN’S FAMOUS PIZZA & SUBS:

Port Royal,; 525-9824; L.D.

Road, Beaufort; 379-2253; B.L.D.

102 Lady’s Island Shopping Center, Lady’s Island; 843-522-0213; B.L.

Beaufort Town Center, Boundary Street; 843-379-7676 Irish-American cuisine; L.D. 14 Savannah Highway, Shell Point Plaza, Beaufort; 379-3479; L.D.

St. Helena Island; 838-3188; Italian; B.L.D.

BERTOS GRILL TEX-MEX:

9 Market, Habersham Marketplace; Mexican; 644-1925; L.D.

BIG JOE’S BAR-B-Q: 760 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort; 770-0711; L.D.

BLACKSTONE’S DELI & CAFE: 205 Scott St., Beaufort; 524-4330; B.L.

BLUE DOG CAFE: 736 Sea Island

Parkway, Frogmore, St. Helena Island, attached to The Lowcountry Store; 843-8384646; L.

BOONDOCKS RESTAURANT:

Brody’s Bar & Grill, located at 47 Ferry Drive, a variety of sports bar food including wing, wraps, sandwiches, and more! Kick back and watch the big game on one of their 30+ TV screens. Brody’s Bar and Grill is open Monday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 a.m. Picturd above is the Buffalo Chicken Wrap (handbreaded chicken tenders tossed in medium sauce) served with onion rings.

SAKE HOUSE: 274 Robert Smalls

Parkway; Beaufort; 379-5888; Japanese; L.D.

SALTUS RIVER GRILL: 802 Bay St.,

Beaufort; 379-3474; Seafood, upscale; L.D.

FUJI RESTAURANT: 97 Sea Island

Parkway, Hamilton Village, Lady’s Island; 524-2662; Japanese steak house; L.D.

FUMIKO SUSHI: 14 Savannah Highway, Beaufort; 524-0918; L.D.

GILLIGANS: 2601 Boundary St.,

LOWCOUNTRY PRODUCE: 302

SGT. WHITE’S: 1908 Boundary St.;

Carteret St.; Beaufort; 322-1900; B.L.

Beaufort; 522-2029; Southern cooking; L.D.

LUTHER’S RARE & WELL DONE: 910 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-1888;

SHRIMP SHACK: 1929 Sea Island

L.D.

Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2962; L.

SMOKIN’ PLANKS BBQ: 914 Paris

MAGGIE’S PUB & EATERY: 17

Ave., Port Royal; 843-522-0322; L.D.

1760 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-0821; D.

Beaufort; 838-9300; Seafood, steaks; L.D.

Market, Habersham; 379-1719; L.D.

BOUNDARY STREET CAFE: 1209

GRIFFIN MARKET: 403 Carteret St., Beaufort; 524-0240; Authentic Italian; L.D.

MAGNOLIA BAKERY CAFE: 703

2121 Boundary Street, Suite 103, Beaufort Town Center, Beaufort; 843-379-5559; L.D.

MARILYN’S LUNCH AT SOUTHERN SWEETS: 917 Bay St.,

SOUTHERN GRACES BISTRO:

Boundary St., Suite C, Beaufort; 379-1811; B. L. Brunch.

BREAKWATER RESTAURANT & BAR: 203 Carteret St., Beaufort; 379-0052; Upscale dining, tapas; D.

BRICKS ON BOUNDARY: 1420

Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-5232; L.D.

BURLAP: 2001 Boundary Street, Beaufort; B, L.

CAROLINA TAVERN: 1714 Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 379-5959; Wings, ribs, sports bar; L.D.

CAT ISLAND GRILL & PUB: 8

GOURMET ON WHEELS: 812-8870;

Healthy home-cooked meals delivered to your door weekly; D.

GREAT GARDENS CAFE: 3669 Trask Parkway, Beaufort; 521-1900; L.

GROUCHO’S DELI: 81 Sea Island Parkway, Beaufort; 524-4545; L.

HAROLD’S COUNTRY CLUB BAR & GRILL: Highway 17-A & Highway 21, Yemassee; 589-4360; Steaks, wings; L.D.

HEMINGWAY’S BISTRO: 920 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-4480; bar & grill; L.D.

Waveland Ave., Cat Island; 524-4653; Steaks, seafood, pasta, burgers, more; L.D.

HOUSE OF TOKYO: 330 Robert

CITY JAVA & NEWS: 301 Carteret St.,

JADE GARDEN: 2317 Boundary St.,

Smalls Parkway, Beaufort; 521-9011; L.D.

Beaufort; 379-JAVA (5282); Sandwiches, soups, muffins, desserts, coffee drinks,; B. L.

Beaufort; 522-8883; Chinese and Japanese cuisine; L.D.

DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT: 71 Sea

JIMMY JOHN’S: 2015 Boundary St.,

Island Parkway, Lady’s Island, Beaufort; 5247433; Seafood; D.

Beaufort Town Center; 379-3009; Sub sandwiches; L.D.

THE DOG HOUSE: 381 Sea Island

JOHNSON CREEK TAVERN:

Parkway, Lady’s Island Beaufort; 770-0013; L.

DUKE’S BBQ: 1509 Salem Road, Beaufort; 379-4744; L.D.: Thursday and Friday only.

Republic St., Beaufort; 522.1866; D.

FAT PATTIES: 831 Parris Island

Gateway, Port Roya; 843-379-1500; L.D.

Beaufort; 379-0798; Sandwiches, soups; L.

MARKETPLACE NEWS: 917 Bay St., Beaufort; 470-0188; Sandwich cafe; B.L.

MARSH TACKY’S MARKET: 2137

Sea Island Parkway, Harbor Island; 8382041; Deli, frozen yogurt; B.L.

MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN:

111 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 524-8766; L.D.

MIKKI’S: 1638 Paris Ave., Port Royal;

379-4322; All-American Cuisine; B. L.D.

MOONDOGGIES CAFE: 930 10th St., Port Royal; 522-1222; L.D.

MJ’S SOUL FOOD: 1634 Sea Island

Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2009; L.D.

THE OLD BULL TAVERN: 205

West Street, Beaufort; 843-379-2855; D.

OLD SCHOOL PIZZERIA: 1638

2141 Sea Island Parkway, Harbor Island; 838-4166; L.D.

Paris Ave., Port Royal; 843-524-1995; L.D.

L.T.’s HOMECOOKED MEALS: Sea

St., Beaufort; 379-9300; B.L.

Island Parkway, Lady’s Island; 524-3122; L.

EMILY’S TAPAS BAR: 906 Port

Congress Street, Beaufort; 524-1961; B.L.

LADY’S ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB: 139 Francis Marion Circle, Lady’s Island; 522-9700; L.D.

LA NOPALERA: 1220 Ribaut Road,

PALM & MOON BAGEL: 221 Scott PANINI’S CAFE: 926 Bay St., Beaufort; 379-0300; Italian, wood-fired pizzas; L.D.

PAPAYA THAI AND SUSHI: 1001 Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-9099; L.D.

FILLIN’ STATION: 57 Sea Island

Beaufort; 521-4882; Mexican; L.D.

PIACE PIZZA: 5-B Market,

FOOLISH FROG: 846 Sea Island

LAZY SUSAN’S CAFE & CREPERIE: 31A Market St., Habersham;

PLUMS: 904 1/2 Bay St., Beaufort; 525-

Parkway, Lady’s Island; 522-0230; L.D Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-9300; L.D.

Beaufort; 466-0735; B.L.

Habersham, Beaufort; 379-3287; L.D.

1946; Sandwiches, seafood, live music;L.D.

SO HOT MONGOLIAN GRILL:

809 Port Republic St., at The Beaufort Inn, Beaufort; 379-0555; L.D.

THE SPAGHETTI CLUB: 27 Market Street, Habersham; 843-466-3663; L.D

STEAMER: 168 Sea Island Parkway; Lady’s Island; 522-0210; L.D.

SUSHI SAKANA: 860 Parris Island Gateway, Port Royal; 379-5300; L.D.

SUWAN THAI: Paris Ave., Port Royal; 379-8383; Thai cuisine; L.D.

SWEETGRASS: 100 Marine Drive, Dataw Island; 838-2151; L.D.

UPPER CRUST: 97 Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island; 521-1999; L.D.

WINED IT UP: 705 Bay St., Beaufort; wine bar, tapas; L.D.

WREN: 210 Carteret St., Beaufort; 5249463; Local seafood, steaks, pasta; L.D.

YAMA: 1370 Ribaut Road, Port Royal; 379-2599; L.D.

YES! THAI INDEED: 1911 Boundary St., Beaufort; 986-1185; L.D.

A GUIDE TO DINING • All area codes are 843 • B = Breakfast • L = Lunch • D = Dinner • To feature your restaurant in the SPOTLIGHT, email theislandnews@gmail.com.

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SNOWSTORM JONAH VERSUS SIR PURR Now what?

By Lee Scott

There was quite the competition for attention going on recently between the snowstorm, Jonah and the football game between the Carolina Panthers and the Arizona Cardinals. We were riveted by the television reports as city by city got hit by the powerful storm. Instead of inches of snow being counted, the Meteorologists were talking in feet. We understood their pain after having lived through our own storm named Joaquin last October. But as we watched Storm Central, we in the Carolinas had one question. Was the NFC Championship game still going to be played Sunday night in Charlotte? As we sat there watching the snow hit Charlotte it was not long before even Beaufort had a few flurries. But the storm tracked north and

HIGHLIGHTING DAILY LIFE OBSERVATIONS

Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career. A former commercial banker responsible for helping her clients to reach their business objectives, Lee now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She recently moved to St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels. She enjoys boating, traveling and reading.

the crews got busy cleaning up the streets, the stadium and the airport to allow fans to get into the city.

Now truthfully, I have been a football fan of other teams. My real first football team was the Cleveland Browns back in the 60s, but only because I babysat for Lisa Lavelli, daughter of Dante (Gluefingers) Lavelli, a Hall of Famer. Unfortunately, I was not old enough to appreciate some

of his Hall of Famer friends that came through his house during that period.

Then I moved to Maryland and the Baltimore Colts left during the night to go to Indianapolis and Maryland had no football team. But the Washington Redskins were still playing and we became Redskins fans. Then in a strange turn of events, the Browns relocated to Baltimore and changed their name to

the Ravens. So I slowly moved from the Redskins burgundy and gold colors to the Ravens black and purple.

But now here in the Carolinas, where so many of us are from somewhere else, there is a team that binds us all. Sir Purr, the black panther snarls at us, but we love that determined look. Yes, there are still flags for the Patriots, the Bronco’s, the Cardinals and other teams flying, but this past season, with the Carolina Panthers doing so well, we newcomers, started to watch our team play.

As we switched back and forth between the Weather Channel and Fox that Sunday evening, we found ourselves more excited about the game. And as family and friends began to dig out from underneath a few feet of snow the next day, we were celebrating. Go Panthers!!

FISH ON - 2015 YEAR ROUND WINNERS NAMED

Captain Frank Gibson of the Beaufort Sportfishing Diving Club and Rion Salley, manager of the Port Royal Landing Marina, cleared the board for the Beaufort Sportfishing Diving Club Annual Year Round Tournament.

The Annual Year Round Fishing Tournament, sponsored by Beaufort Sportfishing Diving Club and the Port Royal Landing Marina, announced the 2015 winners at a recent awards banquet. The winners for last year are: Overall Angler – Captain Frank Gibson Female Angler – Andrea Achor Youth Angler 16 and under – Josie Knight Best Commercial Boat – The Sea Wolfe – Captain Waldo Phinney Best Recreational Boat – Norma’s Tripp II – Ro Fugua The 2016 Annual Tournament started this past January 1st. Some 31 species are available to be

posted to the leaderboard at the Port Royal Landing Marina.

Next year’s awards banquet will be held to present certificates for those who posted fish species during the year round tournament and plaques given to the overall winner including best recreational boat and the best commercial boat plus categories for Youth – 16 and under, 10 and under, Female, and Overall Angler. The anglers must fish from a boat and be present for weigh-in at Port Royal Landing Marina during operating hours. The species can be delivered to the marina by vehicle. Brochures with complete rules and listing of species are available at Port Royal Landing Marina and other local tackle shops.

BOYS’ HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

BOYS’ & GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL SOCCER

BA loses to Hilton Head Christian

Beaufort soccer teams ranked in preseason

Jamareon Clark scored a careerhigh 31 points and recorded five steals to lead Hilton Head Christian past Beaufort Academy 60-32 in a regional boys’ high school basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 26th.

The accurate-shooting Clark drained three 3-pointers for Hilton Head Christian in the winning effort. Accompanying Clark in double figures, Matt Lehman added 12 points.

Battery Creek edged North Charleston Battery Creek managed to edge familiar foe North Charleston 60-58 in a Region 6-AA boys’ basketball game on Tuesday Jan. 26th. With the win, Battery Creek improved to 16-4 overall and 6-0 in Region 6-AA. Battery Creek featured three scorers in double figures. Markell Smalls paced Battery Creek with 17 points and four assists. Adonis Williams

scored 14 points, delivered four assists and registered three steals for the Dolphins. Accompanying Smalls and Williams in double figures, Isaiah Mayes scored 11 points and grabbed seven rebounds.

The Battery Creek boys’ basketball team exited the month of January ranked fifth in the S.C. Basketball Coaches Association Class 2-A Poll.

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The Beaufort Academy boys’ soccer team is ranked number one in the SC High School Soccer Coaches Association Preseason Poll. The Eagles have

captured back-to-back SCISAA Class 1-A/2-A state championships.

The Beaufort High boys’ and girls’ teams are also ranked in preseason polls.

GIRLS’ HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Battery Creek 56, North Charleston 41 Battery Creek beat North Charleston 56-41 in a Region 6-AA girls’ basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 26th Kevea Sanders paced the Dolphins with 11 points, leading a balanced Battery Creek scoring effort.

Joining Sanders in double figures for the Dolphins, Kendrianna Shojgreen and Jayden Thompson contributed 10 points apiece. The win allowed Battery Creek to improve to 5-1 in Region 6-AA.

Hilton Head Christian 60, Beaufort Academy 40 Sissy Mungin scored 13 points and Amelia Huebel added 10 points but it wasn’t enough to push Beaufort Academy past Hilton Head Christian

in a girls’ high school basketball game on last Tuesday. Instead, Hilton Head Christian pulled away to beat Beaufort Academy 60-40.

Eagles drop game to Colleton Prep Beaufort Academy dropped a game to longtime rival Colleton Prep early last week. Colleton County pulled away to beat Beaufort Academy 53-34 in a girls’ high school basketball game.

Beaufort Academy dropped to 7-7 overall and 2-3 in the region. The Eagles suffered their fourth straight loss.

Sissy Mungin paced Scott Huebel-

coached Beaufort Academy, finishing with 10 points, eight rebounds, six steals and two assists. Mungin was the only Beaufort Academy player to reach double figures in the scoring column. Following Mungin for Beaufort Academy, Allison Suber scored seven points, pulled down rebounds and recorded three blocks.

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Learn about all things pet related from medical to behavioral to just good ideas!

I admit it, I’m bored! — Help your pup beat boredom

By Dr. Parker T. Barker

My sister, Peanut, is a case-in-point about the trouble a dog can get into when they are bored. She has always had a ton of energy and if that doesn’t get used up, she manages to find a way to expend it on things like chewing the corners of tables or the braces of chair legs. She definitely has a“thing” for wood but has been known to enjoy a leather shoe on occasion. Me? I never caused problems when I was younger. Honest! Except for that time I was supposed to be good during a dinner party and somehow that giant piece of gorgeous lamb just happened to fall off the table….and then there was the incident with the 10 softballs that kind of got chewed up. But enough about me. We are here to talk about your dog and their boredom.

So how do you know if your dog is bored? Some of the standard behaviors to look for are excessive barking at random things, constantly staring at you, or he paws and nudges you. He is demanding attention because he is bored.

Preventing Your Dog from Getting Bored Did you know you can entertain your dog? You can take your dog outside more often or take them for a run which is good for both of you. Or you can talk to

Dr. Parker T. Barker received his doctorate in Squirrel Chasing and Hoovering from the University of Hartford, CT Rescue Center.

your dog. Your dog will, believe it or not, appreciate the mental stimulation that goes into having a conversation with you – even if everybody else thinks it is kind of weird.

Different kinds of toys are also a good way to keep a dog occupied. There are puzzle toys that make it difficult for your dog to find the hidden treats. Preventing boredom isn’t just about physical exhaustion, it is also mental challenges.

Or make it a family affair. Playing games with your dog can be a fun, interactive way to provide mental and physical exercise for your dog. Try the “find it” game. Place your dog in a stay position (or have someone hold him briefly) while you or your child hides a treat or two inside the room (behind a table leg, under a door, beside a bookcase, etc.). Then, come back to your pup and release him with a command like “Go find it!” using an encouraging voice. If at first he doesn’t

go for the treat, go near the hidden treat and continue to encourage with, “Go find it!” Once Fido gets the hang of it, you can hide treats in another room or even on a different floor of the house.

Staving off boredom can also be a great excuse to work on basic obedience commands like “sit, down, stay, and come.”

Ever heard of a doggie push-up? Mom is big into going to the gym at the moment so this was her idea, not mine. She says use “Sit and Down” together for puppy push-ups. Have your kids use a stopwatch to see how many push-ups the dog can do in thirty seconds. Keep a chart to document improvement. You can also work on “Stay” in conjunction with the

“Find It” game. Start with your dog doing a thirty-second stay and work up to a few minutes.

And I really believe in the benefit of a disciplined heel walk into your pup’s daily schedule. The disciplined heel walk is a key element to achieving a balanced dog – bored or not.

Although we think of a walk as physical exercise, when you add the heel aspect, you add the mental exercise. A disciplined walk means walking your dog so that you are leading and he is following you, paying attention to you, and focused solely on the walking.

All three of these suggestions – games, obedience, and the disciplined walk – will keep your bored dog engaged so he can achieve the balanced life he should have.

Or you can try a really good bone or one of those antler horns for him to chew on for hours and hours. But having a nonbored dog will be so good for him and for you as well that it is well worth the time you invest in the outcome.

Spirit is a sweet 1 year old girl. She enjoys playing with feather toys and lounging in the sun. Meet with Spirit today! She is spayed, microchipped and up to date on her vaccinations.

Sarge is a handsome 11 year old boy. He enjoys outside time, lounging, and going for walks. Come meet with Sarge!

He is neutered, microchipped and up to date on his vaccinations.

The Palmetto Animal League Adoption Center is open Mon. - Sat. from 12 to 7 p.m.

Email us at info@palmettoanimalleague.org or call 843-645-1725 for more info.

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what to do YMCA opens spring soccer registration

Registration is now open for Youth Outdoor Spring Soccer at the YMCA of Beaufort County through Feb. 23rd.

Kids age 3-12. Costs are $55 per child for Y members and $70 per child for non-members. Register at the YMCA in Port Royal (1801 Richmond Ave.) or online: ymcabeaufortcounty.com.

Scholarship assistance is available.

Questions? Contact James Penley, Sport Coordinator at 843-522-9622 or email sports.ymcabeaufort@gmail.com.

Main Street Beaufort hosts February’s First Friday after Five

Main Street Beaufort, USA, announces First Friday after Five’s February event on Friday, February 5, 2016. Many downtown businesses will remain open until 8 p.m. to accommodate citizens who work until 5 p.m. or later. Local musicians use the opportunity to play acoustically on Bay Street and surrounding areas. Some stores offer refreshments, others offer artists demonstrations, and some offer special discounts for the evening. First Friday after Five allows locals the opportunity to shop locally, reunite with longtime businesses and be introduced to newer ones.

For more info, call at 843-525-6644 or visit www.downtownbeaufort.com.

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Beaufort Dog beings 2016 classes and clubs

Beaufort Dog offers first their obedience class of 2016. February 6th 10:00 a.m. at 1307 Boundary Street.

Six weeks in duration. Contact 843-812-5394 or email Kelley@beaufortdog.com for more information.

The Beaufort Agility Club begins spring session February 6th at 10:45 a.m. 1307 Boundary Street, six weeks, beginner to advanced. There is a $120 fee. This is a non-profit club. Call (843) 812-5394 to register or email Kelley@beaufortdog.com.

Cook, dance, & bid at local elementary school Help of Beaufort to Mossy Oaks Elementary is hosting benefit from Cook-Off our 5th Annual Chili Cook off/School Dance and Silent Auction. This year they are honoring firefighters. Come out for music, dancing & silent auction — fun for the entire family! Fantastic items valued at over $2000 will be auctioned including a signed and numbered print “Coastal Morning” of SC signed by artist Bob Gecy, great baskets by each grade, golf packages, and more! All proceeds benefit our kids! The event is Friday, February 5th in the MOES gym from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Reagan birthday party set for February 5

The Beaufort Federation of Republican Men is sponsoring a birthday party on Friday, February 5th to celebrate the 105th birthday of President Ronald Reagan. Michael Miller will share his personal reminiscences of the Reagans and also discuss how important Reagan’s legacy is for the nation as we select a new President later this year. Mike, who authors a political blog called Mike’s America, worked in the Reagan White House Political Office.

The party will be held at the Quality Inn at Town Center in Beaufort.

Festivities start at 5:30 p.m., with dinner being served at 6:30 p.m. Dress will be “Ranch Casual” (i.e., jeans/western shirts encouraged for both men and women).

Tickets are $35.00. A pulled pork barbecue dinner, mac ‘n cheese, beer, wine, soft drinks and birthday cake are included.

Net proceeds will benefit The Reagan Ranch/Young America’s Foundation and The Beaufort County GOP Hillsdale College Scholarship Fund. Additional details and a registration form can be found at www.beaufortgop.com.

St. John’s Lutheran Church, located at 157 Lady’s Island Drive, Beaufort will host their 6th Annual Community Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, February 6 from 5 to 7 p.m. This event is held each year to benefit local community organizations.

This this year’s cook-off will benefit Help of Beaufort, which provides emergency assistance to persons in the Beaufort community with food, clothing, or financial needs. Other churches in the community participate in the event.

Anyone in the community is invited to enter the competition. Local “celebrity judges” award fun prizes to the three best, as well as “most unusual” chili recipes.

In addition, the judges award a “pastor’s prize” to the best chili made by one of the participating congregations. Finally, a People’s Choice award is given to the crowd favorite. All who attend are asked to make a minimum donation of $6. 100% of these proceeds will go to Help of Beaufort.

For more details, including information about how to enter your chili recipe, go to www.StJohnsBeaufort.org.

Join fellow Military Officers for a lunch

The Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) Lowcountry Chapter invites you to its quarterly social/biz luncheon, Feb. 9th at the MCAS Beaufort Officers Club. The speaker will be Solicitor Duffie Stone, Chief Prosecutor for Allendale, Beaufort, Colleton, Hampton & Jasper counties. The event starts at 11:30 a.m. with a meet ‘n’ greet; noon lunch, $17; cash bar; casual. RSVP by Feb. 4 to Bill Severns at mnbseverns@ aol.com or (843) 263-0600.

Beaufort Aglow sets meeting with speaker

Beaufort Aglow will meet Saturday, February 13th at The Gulligan’s Seafood Restaurant, 2601 Boundary St, beginning 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The speaker will be Mrs. Rosa Cummings of Bethel Word and Worship Center, Beaufort, SC. Mrs. Cummings overcame sickness and knows the healing power and deliverance in the emotional and physical realms. For information please call (843) 575-5377 or (843) 524-1768.

Concert to be held by a Korean children’s choir

The Jubilee Boys and Girls Choir from the Wangsung Presbyterian Church in Seoul, Korea will perform in concert at The Baptist Church of Beaufort, 600 Charles St. on Wednesday, February 17 at 6 p.m. There is no cost for admission. For information contact Melanie Williams at (843) 252-4104.

Imaging flying 19,000 miles every year

Fripp Audubon has a very special speaker scheduled for their next meeting on February 25th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

Deborah Cramer, author of A Tiny Bird, An Ancient Crab & An Epic Journey will share the incredible story of the amazing Red Knots and the critical role our Lowcountry plays in one of Nature’s greatest stories. Each year Red Knots undertake a near miraculous 19,000 mile journey.

This little bird’s life depends on its epic journey to meet an ancient crab.

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Upcoming library events Event: There’s Rhythm in the Telling with Award-Winning Storyteller J’Miah Nabawi

Date: Saturday, February 6th at 11:00 a.m.

Location: Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street Description: Get ready to move to the beat as J’Miah shares stories from around the world.

This is afree event.

Event: The Big Read: De Gullah Ooman with Queen Quet

Date: Wednesday, February 10th at 6:00 p.m.

Location: St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road Description: Stories of Gullah women during the Great Depression re-enacted by Queen Quet. Everyone is welcome. No reservations required. This event is free.

Event: The Big Read: Film Showings and Discussion

Date: Saturday, February 13th at 12:00 p.m.

Location: Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street Description: Watch the film version of Their Eyes Were Watching God and join us for a discussion about the book and movie. Everyone is welcome, no reservations required. This event is free.

Event: The Big Read: Book Discussions

Date: Thursday, February 18th at 5:30 p.m.

Location: Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott Street Description: Join our branches’ book clubs as they discuss the focus of The Big Read project, the classic novel Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston. Dr. Gloria Holmes, an award-winning professor at the School of Education at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT, will lead the discussion at two of the book clubs, as indicated below. Everyone is welcome to attend, no registration necessary.

For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.

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Montessori Programs Open House to be held at Beaufort Elementary

Stop by and see what makes these educational options different. Come to the Open House for Beaufort Elementary School Montessori Programs Grades 1–5, AMES Program Grades 3–5 (must qualify) on Monday, February 8th — Montessori Program: 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. & AMES Program: 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. and on Wednesday, February 10th — AMES Program: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. & Montessori Program: 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

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Meet Your Local Spine Specialists...

JEFFERY REUBEN, MD

K. CRAIG BOATRIGHT, MD

Medical degree Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD

Medical degree Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA

Oxford University, Rhodes Scholar

Residency University of Chicago’s Pritzker School of Medicine, Chicago, IL

Residency University of Washington Medical School, Seattle, WA

Fellowship, spine surgery The Emory Spine Center, Atlanta, GA

Fellowship, spine surgery The Emory Spine Center, Atlanta, GA

The Spine Center at Hilton Head Hospital provides extraordinary care right here at home. From surgical treatments to physical therapy, our team of spine specialists helps ensure that your care remains close to home.

Whether the pain in your neck or back is mild, moderate or severe, The Spine Team at Hilton Head Hospital is ready to help. With a range of options that includes the latest in surgical techniques and non-surgical treatments, our dedicated team of spine specialists has the skills and knowledge to help you feel better.

For an immediate evaluation and referral to a specially trained spine surgeon,

call 866.819.8326 or visit www.hiltonheadregional.com/hows-my-spine