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Fund established to preserve historic Beaufort properties

Dick Stewart of 303 Associates speaks to the Lady's Island Business Professionals Association on Tuesday, Feb. 8, on Lady's Island. Stewart recently announced the formation of a $100,000 revolving fund to assist heirs and freedman’s house owners in the Northwest Quadrant of Beaufort. Photo by Tony Kukulich/The Island News.

By Tony Kukulich The Stewart Family Office announced the creation of a $100,000 revolving fund to help preserve historic, traditionally Black-owned properties in the Northwest Quadrant of Beaufort. A Feb. 3 press release issued by the Stewart Family Office stated, “The ownership and use of family homes and property has proven to be the single best path to the creation of intergenerational wealth in the history of the United States. Stewart Family Office is establishing this fund to work with families, property owners and others that are actively engaged in assisting heirs and families to retain and use their property.” The number of freedman’s cottages – a specific architectural type of

home built by previously enslaved people – is dwindling. A primary goal of the newly established fund is to slow or stop that trend. “Since I retired in ’98 and moved back here, we have done a large number of renovations here in the historic district,” Dick Stewart told The Island News. “We understand the process. We understand the value of these properties, and we want to assist these folks with some money and some expertise so they can make use of their property.” According to the Lowcountry Gullah Foundation, heirs’ property – land that has been handed from family member to family member, often without it being properly deeded – comes with a unique set of issues.

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Fire station purchase ruffles feathers in Port Royal

Royal officials said they were not included in the negotiations for the station’s purchase. “Initially the deal was that we had a long-term lease,” explained City of Beaufort Mayor Stephen Murray. “It allowed us to get into it fast. It was turnkey. Given the conditions at the time, it made a lot of sense for us. The owner approached us and made us an offer we couldn’t refuse, so to speak. … We think it was in the

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Security guard leaves weapon in Beaufort school bathroom

Gullah storyteller Anita Singleton-Prather of St. Helena Island spoke to the students of John Paul II Catholic School on Monday in Ridgeland. The presentation was part of the school's recognition of Black History Month and was the second time that Singleton-Prather has been featured at the school. Photo by Tony Kukulich/The Island News.

By Tony Kukulich The City of Beaufort’s 2021 purchase of a fire station located in the Town of Port Royal was the one point of contention between the two municipalities during an otherwise mundane joint council meeting late last month. The city closed on the purchase of Station 4 – located at 571 Robert Smalls Parkway and operated by the City of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal Fire Department – just prior to the end of last year. Port

The original purchaser, usually a former slave, did not have a will or was unable to deed the property to their descendants. A property might now have several, if not hundreds of heirs who have ownership rights but no clear title. It may have been lived upon for generations, yet if the land goes up for sale or needs to be divided, the legality of who can do what with the property comes into play. Additionally, mushrooming tax liabilities on highly valued coastal properties, coupled with multiple owners and poorly documented provenance, often resulted in land and homes being lost to tax auctions. Ironically, the land that was first available to formerly enslaved peo-

The City of Beaufort/Town of Port Royal Fire Department Station 4 on Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort, as seen Tuesday, Feb. 8. The property was recently purchased by the City of Beaufort for $3 million. Photo by Tony Kukulich/The Island News.

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By Tony Kukulich A teacher at Beaufort’s Mossy Oaks Elementary School discovered a loaded firearm in a staff bathroom at the school last week. The weapon, a 9 mm handgun belonging to a school security guard, was unattended for approximately three minutes, said Candace Bruder, director of communications for the Beaufort County School District (BCSD). The teacher reported the weapon to the school principal after its discovery. Mossy Oaks Principal Melissa Vogt sent an email to parents notifying them of the incident that occurred Tuesday, Feb. 1. In that email she stated, “At no time did any students come into contact with this weapon.” The security guard, who was not identified, was employed by GuardOne Security and had been assigned to the school district since Nov. 4, 2021. “This individual is not allowed back on school property for any reason,” said Bruder in an email to The Island News. “GuardOne Security has a strict policy regarding the failure to control weapons.” According to Bruder, GuardOne Security guards receive 32 hours of training, while the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division requires only eight. “Safety and retention of weapons is a key part of their training curriculum,” she added. In October 2019, the Beaufort County Board of Education directed the district to pursue the use of a private firm to provide armed security guards for the district’s elementary schools. While middle schools and high schools in the district had school resource officers (SRO) assigned, elementary schools at the time shared five community resource officers among the 22 campuses. The board further directed that the use of a private security firm should eventually be phased out in favor of using SROs from local law enforcement agencies.

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Thank you, Beek Webb!

I think everybody who lives or shops on Lady’s Island would join me to say “Thank You” to Beek Webb for reminding the County and City that we need another bridge to Lady’s Island. We need one that will take a lot of the traffic off the Woods Bridge and Hwy. 21 on Lady’s Island. In my opinion, we also need somebody to get off the dime and get the Lady’s Island road improvements done. Of the 10 projects proposed on the referendum in 2018, only ONE has been completed, and that’s the turn lane from Sams Point Road onto U.S. 21, which is wonderful. Six of the 10 projects are “In Design” and three are PRE-DESIGN. Amazing Grace! How did they figure the monies needed if they didn’t have a design? Just asking. Do we have a priority list for the remaining projects? All were suppose to help alleviate the congestion on the Island, so somebody must decide which project will be most helpful to meet this goal, draw up a priority list, and get them done. From my vantage point it would appear the Hazel Farm Road project would take a lot of the vehicles out of the intersection at U.S. 21 (Sea Island Pkwy and Lady’s Island Drive). This

project is proposed to be less than $6 million dollars, while all the proposed projects for Lady’s Island totaled $71,677,600. We all know the lion’s share of funds raised from this referendum was for the new bridge to Hilton Head and that’s a very expensive undertaking. I haven’t heard voters on this side of the Broad River complain about that. I believe the penny tax started to be collected on Jan. 1, 2019, and the total monies were in the bank before the end of 2021, hopefully earning a little interest in a designated fund. Bottom line: The money for a $6 million dollar project has been available for a long time, and we think it’s time to stop talking about it and designing it, and start to get it done. – Edie Rodgers, Beaufort

Terry Manning asked an easy question (Terry Manning) questioned "What do black people need to do to be considered American?" My answer, "The same as anyone else, black, white yellow or red." Americans love their country, they respect the Constitution, they register to vote and secure a photo ID, they work hard and support and protect their families, they send their children to

PAL PETS OF THE WEEK Cat of the Week: Eddie is our resident frat boy. Tall, dark, handsome and a bit of a punk at times. He is a ball of energy and sometimes shows it with his claws and teeth, so he is looking for an active and upbeat home. He is a year old, neutered, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.

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school, they respect the rules of law and authority. They do not set fires and destroy property, they do not kill cops, they do not break store windows and steal the merchandise, they do not leave different children with different baby mamas alone and unprotected. They do not blame the boogeyman for everything that is wrong, they take responsibility for their actions, their past, present and future. They do not play the race card, the Jew card, the Italian card, the German card, the Asian card. They face life as a free American with dignity, responsibility and a love of what the foundation of America is all about, not changing history but learning from it, not teaching events that never happened, not preventing people from having and expressing different opinions and not suppressing free thought on the campus and in public schools. I can go on and on but won't. Just remember: real Americans are real Americans. – Elaine Lust, Hilton Head Island

Thank you for running Mr. Dandridge’s articles I wanted to reach out regarding Mr. Dandridge’s weekly Veteran

articles. I have worked with Mr. Dandridge over the past 15 years during my employment at the VA, and he is a favored member of Veteran advocates! Because of his involvement at the VA, with veterans’ organizations, and his ability to always ask questions and find answers, he is able to deliver valuable information to his fellow veterans. Thank you for allowing space in your paper weekly to continue educating Veterans on available programs and services. – Meredith Miller, LISW-CP, Veterans Justice Outreach Coordinator, VAMC Charleston

Dandridge advocates on behalf of all veterans Just wanted to let you know how much I appreciate the editorial section relating to Veterans! It is hard to reach them sometimes and even harder to make sure that the information they are getting is accurate. Larry Dandridge is a great man advocating on behalf of veterans of all ages! Kudos. Be safe, healthy & well! – Joy Fealy-Kalar, BA, VHA Office of Patient-Centered Care and Cultural Transformation

Dog of the Week: Luna is an introvert looking for her human equivalent. She is a senior lady who has spent most of her life with the same family. She is looking for an individual or couple who is looking for a dog who is happy to be at home all day long. Luna is 9 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.

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County inching forward in effort to update village plan

BEAUFORT ive years ago, some 300 residents and property owners of Lady’s Island and its neighboring sea islands met for a series of workshops to plot how they wanted to see their community develop. “The Lady’s Island Plan” was born. It’s obvious a lot of folks have moved to the islands, so a number of things have changed except for one basic vision: protect what we have. The question on how to do just that was raised this week during a meeting of the County Council’s Natural Resources Committee when it was asked to approve the expenditure of up to $25,000 for another planning workshop, or charette. County staff is recommending the action to use its own staff to refine the existing Lady’s Island Development Plan, particularly the area of the business district, or village, which is partially in the county and partially in the city, thanks to annexations. Beaufort Mayor Stephen Murray was present, along with representatives from the Sea Island Coastal Corridor Coalition and the Coastal Conservation League, to ask the Committee to spend more and bring in outside consultants to help the two governing parties – the county and the city – come together. Speakers spoke of their

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frustration in the lack of progress in getting anything done, although Murray noted the area had earned an additional turning lane at the Walgreen’s intersection with Sam’s Point Road. County Administrator Eric Greenway said he was so frustrated by the continuing discussions, he handed the presentation over to one of his assistants, but not before calling the opponents’ suggestion “a waste of taxpayers dollars, (resulting in) more of the same.” County Councilman Paul Sommerville, who represents the majority of Lady’s Island, said he was sad to see disagreement on how to proceed but convinced seven of his fellow council members to support the county proposal. The resolution will have to be approved by the full council next week. Then there will be more planning meetings as more houses are built on the islands and residents wait for their first neighborhood coffee house/doughnut drive-thru experience.

Second coffee shop drivethru in planning stage LADY’S ISLAND – Plans for a proposed coffee and doughnut shop on Lady’s Island are still being scrutinized, and now we learn there’s another one in the works. Preliminary plans were announced last week for the island’s first Starbucks to

the county Board of Appeals not to grant a variance for the drive-thru shop because of traffic concerns at that location. It’s also interesting that the planned Harris Teeter had a proposed Starbucks within its building. Maybe the coffee company folks know something we haven’t confirmed yet.

It’s also interesting that the planned Harris Teeter had a proposed Starbucks within its building. Maybe the coffee company folks know something we haven’t confirmed yet.” be located on Sea Island Parkway, in a currently wooded lot between Gay and Ferry Drive. The county’s planning staff has given an initial review of the project, but that’s as far as it’s gone. It will be interesting to see if the proposed shop draws as much opposition as the proposed Dunkin’ Donuts planned further west on the Parkway, across from Bill’s Liquor Stores. Opponents of that project for the past two months have begged

Let’s think about sewage; sometimes there’s an accident PORT ROYAL – It’s not something we think about a lot, but with more and more people moving to this part of the Lowcountry, there’s more and more … sewage … to deal with. And for the much of the area, the Beaufort-Jasper Water and Sewer Authority is in charge of that movement. Before BJWSA got into the sewer treatment business in 1969, folks primarily took care

of their own waste, although some neighborhoods had their own little private septic systems. And some areas of the county still do rely on individual septic systems, but that’s slowly changing as the Authority extends lines into those areas so more people can build more houses. It’s when an accident happens like last week in the Shell Point/Dowlingwood area, where a half-million gallons of wastewater (treated sewage) spilled from an underground iron pipe, that the fragility of the whole system comes into play. Thank heavens a passerby came along, noticed the smell and got the ball rolling on repairs. The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control gets involved, bodies of water like Battery Creek get closed for oyster harvesting and the BJWSA crews work pretty much around the clock to fix the leak. Sometimes, a sewer leak can cause DHEC to close a body of water to swimming but admittedly, there’s not a lot of folks swimming right now in Battery Creek. Look at a map of DHEC shellfish beds and you see that much of the water around the Beaufort peninsula is closed to shellfish gathering because of water quality. It used to be even more before local governments got re-

ally serious about protecting water quality and developing a stormwater system that not just focuses on flooding but on reducing the impacts of oil, gas and other pollutants that show up in runoff water. It’s times like this when you have to think twice about where your oysters or clams are coming from…and where your waste is going. Rep. Mace might want to rethink that honoree BEAUFORT – First District Congresswoman Nancy Mace made the news last week with an announcement she’s introduced legislation to name the Burton post office branch, located in the Beaufort Plaza, for Robert Smalls. Her bill has passed House subcommittee and is expected to go to the full House this week for a vote. A local historian notes it might have been even more appropriate to name the facility for Elizabeth Smalls Bampfield, daughter of Robert Smalls, who grew up in Beaufort and was named postmaster of the Beaufort Post Office by President Theodore Roosevelt. Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editorial assistant/columnist with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonian (Lumberton, N.C.). She can be reached at bftbay@gmail.com.

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BCSO: Evidence indicates shooting on St. Helena that killed 3 result of a home invasion From staff reports The Beaufort County Sheriffs Office (BCSO) released an update around 7 p.m., Friday evening on the investigation into the Jan. 26 shooting on St. Helena Island that killed three people. According to the BCSO, information obtained thus far in the investigation strongly indicates that Jaquan Sanders, 24, of Shell Point, unlawfully and forcibly entered an Eddings Point Road residence armed with a pistol, which precipitated one of the

lawful residents, Kalila Saunders, 22, or her mother, Robin Saunders, 55, to exchange gunfire with Jaquan, Kalila’s estranged boyfriend, in defense of themselves and their home. The case remains under investigation, and forensic analyses may assist in determining more about the shooting. At around 11:30 a.m., Jan. 26, BCSO deputies responded to a report from a female caller, later identified as Robin Saunders, that a male subject

was breaking into her home. The caller advised Sheriff's Office dispatchers that a person she knew, Jaquan Sanders, was breaking into her home. Jaquan Sanders had no legal access to, nor was he welcome in the Saunders’ home. When the first deputy arrived, he noted that the door had been damaged, consistent with the door being forced open and with the female caller's report that her home was broken into. According to the Sheriff’s

DHEC directs BJWSA to remove warning signs on Battery Creek

From staff reports The S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has directed Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority (BJWSA) to remove warning signs at Battery Creek on Friday, Feb. 4. The precautionary signs were erected Monday, Jan. 31 after wastewater was released due to the failure of the 16-inch ductile iron sewer force main crossing under

the tidal ditch. After four days of testing samples from the area, DHEC advised that BJWSA is no longer required to collect samples at these sites, as tested sample numbers returned to acceptable levels by Tuesday, February 1. Repairs to the site involved replacing close to 60 feet of pipeline under and on both sides of the tidal ditch. Shellfish harvesting beds

in all open areas of Battery Creek and portions of the Broad River from the Broad River Bridge south to Archers Creek and east to Malecon Drive in Parris Island remain closed for shellfish harvesting until Feb. 21. If you see or suspect any type of spill from the sewer collection system, please contact BJWSA at 843-9879200. For more information, please visit www.bjwsa.org.

Beaufort Lions Club hosting Pancake Breakfast Feb. 12

From staff reports The Beaufort Lions Club is hosting a Pancake Breakfast Saturday, Feb. 12. The event will run from 8 to 11 a.m. at Sea Island Presbyterian at 81 Lady’s Island Drive. Tickets are $10 for adults and $6 for those younger than 12. The menu consists of pancakes, syrup, cheese grits, scrambled eggs, sausage gravy and biscuits, juice, coffee, and milk. With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, The Lions Club’s funds are stretched thin. The Beaufort Lions Club has served residents with vision needs for more than 75 years. Fundraisers support Camp Leo, an annual, free,

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from page A1 ple for purchase was also the result of tax auctions. Chris Barr, interpretive supervisor for the National Park Service at Reconstruction Era National Historical Park explained that the arrival of Union forces in Beaufort County in late 1861 led to White landowners abandoning their land and fleeing the area.

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best interest of the city.” According to Port Royal Town Manager Van Willis, the city has the final say in capital purchases related to the operation of the fire department, but also has an obligation to discuss capital purchases with the town. "It was a little bit of a surprise to find out that you were buying the station within our town limits,” said Town of Port Royal Mayor Joe DeVito during the Jan. 27 joint coun-

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week-long camp on Hilton Head Island, serving blind children ranging in age to18 across the state. Three county Lions clubs – Beaufort, Hilton Head Noon, and Sun City/Okatie – provide vans to provide transportation for the visually impaired to and from homes throughout the state, provide various activities including miniature golf, and kayaking, as well as volunteers, to assist the children. Funds raised by various fundraisers are also sent to Lions Vision Services in Columbia to provide essential eye surgeries and eyeglasses to those in need across the state. Lions Vision Services also sponsors a fishing tourna-

ment for legally blind adults from across the state at Santee in April. The Beaufort Lions Club usually sends volunteers to assist with the two-day event and fish fry. Members of the Beaufort Lions Club, along with a retired ophthalmologist from the Hilton Head Noon club, volunteer monthly with Beaufort Jasper Volunteers in Medicine Eye Clinic in Ridgeland to offer free eye care to VIM clients. The Beaufort Lions Club has provided not only magnifiers so that low-vision Beaufort County residents can read the newspaper, books, and mail, but has provided 10 residents with prescription eye wear during the past year.

Office, upon entering the residence, the deputy found a male subject, Jaquan Sanders, 24, of Shell Point, lying unresponsive on the floor of the upstairs hallway with a pistol in his hand. While still upstairs, the deputy proceeded to a bedroom, where he located two wounded women, Kalila Saunders and Robin Saunders, both of St. Helena, on the floor; a pistol was found on the bed nearby. The deputy rendered aid to the wounded people and se-

cured the scene for Beaufort County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to respond. At the scene, EMS paramedics determined Kalila Saunders and Jaquan Sanders were dead from apparent gunshot wounds; Robin Saunders was transported to the Beaufort Memorial Hospital and died a short time later. According to the BCSO, there were two guns on the scene – the pistol in Jaquan Sanders’ possession when he was found lying unresponsive and the pistol found on the

bed belonged to Kalila Saunders. The guns were of different calibers. There were two calibers of cartridge casings and projectiles found at the scene and recovered in autopsies of the deceased, the Sheriff’s Office said, and the two calibers of casings and projectiles were consistent with the calibers of the two pistols recovered from the residence. There is no indication that anyone was involved in incident other than the three deceased.

Ramsey Road house fire displaces residents

From staff reports Early Sunday afternoon, the Burton Fire District, MCAS Fire Department, Beaufort County EMS, and the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office responded to a house fire on Ramsey Road in Burton, which caused the displacement of the residents. Just before 1 p.m., emergency crews responded to a reported house fire. Firefighters arrived on scene to find smoke coming from an elevated single-wide mobile home. Firefighters made entry into the residence and extinguished a fire that was located in a bedroom. A search of

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An SRO is a sworn law enforcement officer who has completed a state-approved SRO course. Private security guards are generally trained to a lower standard than an approved SRO course. During its Oct. 1, 2021 meeting, the board authorized a contract with S&S Management Group, LLC, doing business as GuardOne Security, to provide those security services “The board and district are open to staffing new SROs at all our elementary schools,” Bruder said. “However, the problem is that local law enforcement

Firefighters arrived on scene Sunday in Burton to find smoke coming from an elevated single-wide mobile home. Photo courtesy of Burton Fire District. the home confirmed no one was home at the time. While the fire was confined to the bedroom, the home suffered smoke damage throughout and power had to be secured. One of the

displaced residents is a Navy veteran. No injuries have been reported. While the cause of the fire appears to be electrical, it remains under investigation at this time.

agencies cannot provide them at this time.” According to the GuardOne website, the firm operates from 25 locations primarily concentrated in the South. A call seeking comment from GuardOne Security was not returned as of press time. However, GuardOne did issue a directive to BCSD security guards on the same day the incident at Mossy Oaks occurred. “Firearms are obviously a tool used for the safety and security of the Beaufort County School District campuses and must be handled with extreme care and not mishandled,” read the directive signed by Roger Heaton, GuardOne Security branch manager.

“Carelessness, horseplay or disregard for the safety of others in the use, handling or storage of firearms is strictly prohibited and will subject offenders to disciplinary action including termination. Each officer is responsible to properly secure their weapon when it is not in their direct physical control.” Tony Kukulich is a recent transplant to the Lowcountry. A native of Wilmington, Del., he comes to The Island News from the San Francisco Bay Area where he spent seven years as a reporter and photographer for several publications. He and his wife enjoy exploring their new home state. He can also frequently be found playing bass guitar with a couple of local bands. He can be reached at tony.theislandnews@gmail.com.

“The position of the U.S. government was that the White landowners who had abandoned Beaufort County were just taxpayers who were delinquent on their taxes,” Barr said. “So they put notices in all of the local newspapers, and they began auctioning off all this land for unpaid taxes. Formerly enslaved people (now) working for wages could purchase small plots of farmland, five-, 10- or 15-acre plots. Some were larger, 20 or 30 acres.” The layout of freedman’s cottages is not necessarily

in line with contemporary sensibilities, a concern that Stewart acknowledged. “The issue then becomes; how do we preserve those cottages?” said Stewart. “How do we preserve the legacy, and how do we put them to good use? We think the way to do that is to allow families to restore them. We need to make that easy and make it so they can have some income coming out of it by renting them to students or artists or folks like that. Students or artists will sometimes accept a little

physical inconvenience to be with a group of people who are like-minded and create that energy.” Focus on the Reconstruction Era and Beaufort’s role in Reconstruction has increased considerably in recent years. The Reconstruction Era National Park has its headquarters in Beaufort. The headquarters of the federally designated Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Trail is moving to Beaufort and the Institute for the Study of the Reconstruction

Era has been established at the University of South Carolina Beaufort. Stewart sees the revolving fund as a part of the broad effort to tell the story of Reconstruction. “At the end of the day, I would love to see, not just the preservation of big mansions and wonderful houses, but also the preservation of these cottages,” he said. Those interested in applying for help from the fund can contact the Stewart Family Office by email at ds@ stewartfo.com or by writing

to the Stewart Family Office, 2015 Boundary St., Suite 317, Beaufort, S.C. 29902.

cil meeting. “That’s just the reality of it. I’m not saying we could have afforded to, but I would have liked the opportunity to say, ‘This is a deal. Do you guys want to own the capital?’ because it’s in our town limits.” The city paid $3 million for the property, and financed the purchase at 1.5 percent over 15 years. Calling the deal a win for taxpayers, Kathleen Williams, communications/ marketing manager for the City of Beaufort, said the purchase is expected to save $3 million over 30 years when compared to the lease agreement that was previously in

place. Murray offered an apology and stated he wasn’t aware the deal hadn’t been discussed with Port Royal officials. “The deal is happening is what we found out,” DeVito said. “I’m not sure that we could’ve split it – maybe if we did some things. I would have loved the opportunity, politically, to discuss that one. I just think it’s important.” Williams asserted in an email to The Island News that the purchase of Station 4 had been discussed publicly. “The city was very open about this process and brought it up during city

council meetings months ago,” she said. “We have very good relations with the Town of Port Royal, and are very proud of our joint fire department.” Despite contention over the station purchase, officials from both municipalities praised the fire department’s cost-effective delivery of high-level service under its multi-jurisdictional service approach. “We have the model of what a fire department should be,” DeVito said. I’ll state that every time. The rest should be looking at what we did with the City of Beaufort and the

Town of Port Royal in that model. There’s no question.” The purchase of the station is not expected to impact the department’s day-to-day operations in any way. The City of Beaufort and Town of Port Royal Fire Department operates out of four manned fire stations strategically located throughout both jurisdictions to minimize incident response times. The department utilizes both career and volunteer firefighters and maintains a roster of 53 uniformed career personnel and an average of 25 volunteers. Joint council meetings

between Beaufort and Port Royal have occurred for approximately 20 years. The Jan. 27 meeting was the first joint council meeting since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020.

Tony Kukulich is a recent transplant to the Lowcountry. A native of Wilmington, Del., he comes to The Island News from the San Francisco Bay Area where he spent seven years as a reporter and photographer for several publications. He and his wife enjoy exploring their new home state. He can also frequently be found playing bass guitar with a couple of local bands. He can be reached at tony.theislandnews@gmail.com.

NEWS

PAL offers free vaccinations for cats and dogs

From staff reports Thanks to a special grant, Palmetto Animal League will hold a free Saturday vaccination clinic open to anyone who needs to have a dog or cat vaccinated. “The Palmetto Animal League Veterinary Clinic is a resource for pet owners in the community who need quality, affordable veterinary care,” PAL President Amy Campanini said in a release. “Our goal is to reduce the number of pets surrendered to shel-

ters because of financial hardship.” Pet vaccinations will be administered on a first come, first served basis from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 12 – for 3 hours or until all allotted vaccines provided by the grant have been given. PAL is offering free 1- and 3-year rabies and DHPP dog vaccinations and free 1- and 3-year rabies and FVRCP cat vaccinations. Pet owners opting for the 3-year rabies vaccine must bring proof of their

OBITUARY

Diane Britton Griffin Diane Britton Griffin, the youngest child of Robert and Dorothy Britton, was born in Cleveland, Ohio, on May 4, 1955. Destined to be an artist, Diane was doodling on furniture and walls since she was old enough to hold a crayon. After graduating from East High School (Cleveland Public Schools), Diane attended Case Western Re-

pet’s 1-year rabies vaccine from the previous year. “We want to increase access for pets to get core vaccines, providing them with a baseline level of protection against disease,” Campanini said. PAL’s Saturday Vaccination Clinic, located at 56 Riverwalk Blvd. in Okatie, provides limited services. They are unable to provide exams, treat, or diagnose your pet on Saturday. For complete care or if you have a sick pet, call PAL’s

serve University, Whiting College, and Virginia Martin School of Design. For years, Diane worked a traditional job as an accountant at Beaufort-Jasper-Comprehensive Health Services, while painting at night, which was her true passion and fulfillment. Diane met the love of her life, Phillip Griffin, in 1996 when they were both residing in Beaufort, S.C. Diane adored the fact that Phillip was a true Southern gentleman and courted her as such. The couple dated for a year and quickly realized they were soulmates. Phillip proposed to Diane and the two married on July 21, 1997, in an intimate ceremony attended by close family and friends. Diane drew from countless memories of her family’s experience as the inspiration for her artwork, thus touched by the commonalities that all African Americans share, Diane created works that celebrate the common traditions of the historical African American cultures, par-

full service veterinary clinic at 843-645-1727 to schedule an appointment during the week. The Palmetto Animal League Veterinary Clinic is an accessible resource for every pet and every family, offering wellness exams, vaccines, microchipping, and much more at affordable prices. Support animal rescue when you care for your pet at the PAL Vet Clinic. For more information, visit www.PalmettoAnimalLeague.org.

ticularly those of the Lowcountry of South Carolina and the coastal parishes of Louisiana. Diane spent many childhood years in Plain Dealing, Louisiana, and later, at the age of 25, moved to the coastal Lowcountry of South Carolina, where she lived more than half her life. Diane was inspired by her research and understanding of her family genealogy, which was sparked by her mother’s Louisiana Creole and father’s South Carolina Gullah lineage. Both highly recognized regions impacted the style, technique, and subject matter that distinguish her pieces. While the Gullah Geechee culture of South Carolina is unique in its pure preservation of culture through undisturbed African lineages, the Creole culture is a celebration of the blending of French, African, Spanish, and Native American cultures. In her own way, Diane B. Dunham, the artist, was able to capture significant components of each culture within her creations. Pieces

created by Diane represented the landscape, customs, and heritage of the coastal areas as characterized by marshes, bayous, open and natural sun and moonlight, pastoral homes, schoolhouses, and churches. She incorporated marked elements that characterized her pieces, well known for her brilliant coloring, intricate human and landscape forms, and themes that represent life in South Carolina’s Lowcountry region and the bayous of Louisiana. As a self-taught mixed-media artist and instructor, Diane received multiple honors and awards from organizations such as the Artisan Center, the Original Gullah Festival, and the Beaufort Art Association. Her works were featured in national publications including Southern Living Magazine and Black Enterprise Magazine. Diane was known for her intelligence, creative life, and unique ability to create meaningful connections and impact lives. Diane had a strong commitment and love for God and

her family. Among Diane’s many loves were fashion, music, trips to the beach, reading, chocolate, serving her community, traveling, but most of all her grandsons. To know Diane was to love her and she will be greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Gloria Franklin and a brother, Ronald Britton. Her memory will forever be cherished by her husband, Phillip Griffin; her son, Damon Dunham, Sr. (Keanta) of Beaufort, S.C.; her step-daughter, Sonja Evans of Beaufort, S.C.; her grandsons: Tyrell, Damon, Jr., Kameron & Kayden all of Beaufort, S.C.; nephew, Eric Franklin, Sr. of Beaufort, S.C.; nieces: Monica Diane Franklin of Atlanta, Ga., Sharron Scott (Vic) of Bluffton, S.C., Victoria Franklin of Atlanta, Ga., Rebecca Carter (Antonio) of Griffin, Ga., Monica Gaston and Michelle Mosley of Cleveland, Ohio; grand-nieces and grand-nephews, a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Suspect in Port Royal robberies, shooting brought back to Beaufort County By Mike McCombs Officers from the Port Royal Police Department extradited Shykeim Wright on Monday from the Cobb County Detention Center in Georgia, and he was him booked into the Beaufort County Detention Center. As of Tuesday night, Wright was still detained while awaiting a bond hearing. Wright was wanted on charges of Attempted Murder, Armed Robbery (two

counts), Possession of a Weapon During the Commission of a Violent Crime and Wright Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon (two counts) in connection with last Wednesday’s robbery and shooting at the Parker’s at 1451 Ribaut Road. He fled but was was located and arrested by the Marietta

NEWS BRIEFS

Public input sought in assessment of SC Department of Mental Health

A team of assessors from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) will begin an accreditation assessment of the South Carolina Department of Mental Health’s (SCDMH) Division of Public Safety on Monday, Feb. 14. The accreditation program requires law enforcement agencies to comply with professional standards in the following areas: policy and procedures, administration, operations, and support services. As part of the assessment, the public is invited to offer comments at a virtual public information session at 3 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 15 or by calling he Assessment Team on Tuesday, Feb. 15, between the hours of 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. The public Contact for the virtual session (via Microsoft Teams) is Jennifer Kats at PublicSafety@scdmh. org. The assessment team phone number is 800-774-2362.

County offering free electronics recycling event Saturday, Feb. 12

The Beaufort County Department of Solid Waste and Recycling will host two free electronics recycling events for County residents. The next events will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the following locations on Saturday, Feb. 12: • Beaufort County Public Works, 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton • Beaufort County Public Works, 140 Shanklin Road, Beaufort Citizens are asked to stay in their

(Ga.) Police Department. Wright, 25, was arrested late Wednesday night, Feb. 2, around 11 p.m., and is currently being held in the Cobb County (Ga.) Detention Center awaiting extradition. Wright has also been named as a suspect in the robbery at the Dollar General on Ribaut Road on Monday, Jan. 24. According to Port Royal Police, at around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 26, Wright

car during the event. Staff will unload electronics. Any personal computers, laptops, CRT monitors, LCD monitors, CRT televisions, non-CRT televisions, printers, hard drives and miscellaneous electronics (microwaves, cell phones, radios, fax machines, and typewriters) will be accepted. For questions about Beaufort County recycling events, please call the Solid Waste and Recycling Office at 843-255-2736 for more information or visit their website at www.beaufortcountysc.gov/recycle.

Battery Creek Pool has re-opened

Beaufort County's Parks and Recreation Department announced that Battery Creek Pool was re-opened as of Tuesday, Feb. 1. The pool has been closed since November for repairs and resurfacing. The total cost of repairs and resurfacing was $86,000. The pool resumes its previous schedule which affects the hours at Beaufort Pool. Here are the schedules for both: Battery Creek Pool Hours – Tuesdays & Thursdays: 8 a.m.-noon / 1–7 p.m.; Saturdays: 10:30 a.m.– 4:30 p.m. (Slip & Splash Saturdays) Beaufort Pool Hours – Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays: 8 a.m.– noon. / 1–7 p.m. For questions and more information, call Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Department at 843-2556710.

City earns award for its budget document

The City of Beaufort has received the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its FY22 budget from

walked into the convenience store wearing a blue sweatshirt, dark pants, white tennis shoes, a stocking cap and a protective mask – like those worn to prevent the spread of COVID-19. According to Capt. John Griffith, initially, Wright milled about for a few moments until all customers had left the store. He then pulled out a “small, dark-colored semi-automatic handgun” and robbed the clerk.

the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA). This is the fifth time the City has received this award. The award reflects the City and finance staff’s “commitment to meeting the highest principles of governmental budgeting.” The budget document must serve as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications device, according to GFOA. There are more than 1,700 participants in GFOA’s budget awards program. City Manager Bill Prokop complimented Finance Director Kathy Todd and Senior Accountant Alan Eisenman for their exemplary work in putting together the budget document. Eisenman will become finance director for the City upon the retirement of Kathy Todd in February. The budget document can be found at https://bit.ly/35DGkxt.

All SC counties declared drought free

The S.C. Drought Response Committee met Tuesday, Feb. 1, via conference call to update the drought status of all counties in South Carolina and voted to declare the entire state drought free. Due to average to above-average rainfall totals during December and January, the Committee removed the incipient drought status of 34 counties. The Committee issued the incipient drought designation in December primarily over a concern for wildfires, but the wildfire threat has diminished over the past 30 days according to the S.C. Forestry Commission. The Forestry Commission responded to 72 wildfires since the start of the year, which is 50 percent

Before the clerk could comply with the man’s demands, he shot the clerk three times. Despite life-threatening injuries, the clerk was still able to get up, open the register and give the shooter money. The clerk was hospitalized at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. A customer entered the store as Wright was leaving. He robbed that customer, as well, collecting less than $200 from the register and

fewer than the 10-year average. Leslie Woodham, Forestry Commission fire staff officer, emphasized that while the number of wildfires have been lower than normal, the National Interagency Wildfire Center is forecasting greater-than-usual wildland fire potential over the next three months due to the ongoing La Nina.

Hilton Head Island Airport passenger numbers surpass pre-pandemic highs of 2019

With additional airline capacity, Hilton Head Island Airport’s passenger numbers soared in 2021. More than 388,816 passengers made their way through the Island’s Airport, surpassing pre-pandemic passenger levels and indicating a tremendous rebound for the region. “The post-pandemic growth we’ve seen at the airport continues to show how necessary added flight options to the island were,” Airport Director Jon Rembold said in a release. “Prior to the Airport’s growth, passengers often had to fly into an airport outside of the County and then drive to their destination. Our added service options on American, United, and Delta allow passengers to fly into or out of Hilton Head Island Airport and truly start their vacation upon arriving.” The Airport is working to finalize funding for a terminal expansion representing the Island that travelers expect. To see the proposed new terminal, visit https://bit.ly/3L3q3SD. Compared to year-end passenger traffic for 2020, this is a 145 percent increase in passengers arriving and departing from Hilton Head Island. When evaluated with pre-pandemic

the customer combined. An $11,000 reward – $10,000 by Parker’s and $1,000 by the Port Royal Police – was being offered for information leading to the identification and arrest of a suspect. A Port Royal Municipal Judge issued the arrest warrants for Wright on Tuesday, Feb. 1. Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.

passenger levels in 2019, 66 percent more passengers utilized Hilton Head Island, highlighting the substantial passenger growth experienced over the last few years.

Beaufort’s Frederick + Frederick Architects awarded Best of Houzz 2022

Frederick + Frederick Architects of Beaufort has won a “Best of Houzz” award for Design and Customer Service on Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 33-year old custom residential architecture firm, established in 1989 by the husband and wife team of Jane and Michael Frederick, was chosen by the millions of homeowners that comprise the Houzz community from among more than 2.7 million active home building, remodeling and design industry professionals. Since the inception of the Best of Houzz Awards in 2012, Frederick + Frederick has received 15 Best of Houzz Awards, nine for design and six for service. Badges are awarded annually, in three categories: Design, Customer Service and Photography. Design awards honor professionals whose work was the most popular among the Houzz community. Customer Service honors are based on several factors, including a pro's overall rating on Houzz and client reviews submitted in 2021. Architecture and interior design photographers whose images were most popular are recognized with the Photography award. Learn more about Frederick + Frederick Architects, who specialize in custom homes for hot, humid climates, at www.f-farchitects.com. FEBRUARY 10–16, 2022

NEWS

Walmart hosting local hiring events through February From staff reports Walmart is hosting onthe-spot interviews at hiring events in the Hilton Head/ Beaufort/Savannah area every Thursday through the end of February. The events are being held at 11 local Walmart Supercenters and the process

is quick and easy.Candidates simply need to apply for positions in advance at Walmart. com/careers or by texting “jobs” to 240240, and then show up for their interview. The hiring events run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., each Thursday (Feb. 10, Feb. 17 and Feb.

24). The hiring events are taking place at five S.C. Walmart Supercenters: Store 728 – 25 Pembroke Drive, Hilton Head Store 1383 – 350 Robert Smalls Pkwy, Beaufort Store 2832 – 4400 Hwy 278, Hardeeville

Store 6395 – 4 Bluffton Road, Bluffton Store 7181 – 265 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort Walmart is hiring for a variety of full-time positions, including hourly team associate and team lead hourly supervisor roles, as well as salaried overnight coach

roles. Walmart offers competitive pay and great benefits. The average hourly associate makes more than $16.40 an hour, while salaried coach roles start at $55,000 a year. Full-time associates work consistent, predictable schedules and qualify for total rewards

and benefits plans that include medical, vision and dental insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, no-cost counseling and access to a free college degree, with Walmart paying for 100 percent of the cost of tuition and books through its Live Better U program.

WHAT’S HAPPENING

Hunting Island State Park Nature Center February naturalist programs

All programs are free with park admission. Call 843-838-7437 for information or reservations. Tuesday: Creature Feature – 10:30-11 a.m., Nature Center. Discover some of the wildlife found around Hunting Island as represented by the animal ambassadors. (all ages); Traces of Wild Ruffians – 12:30-1:30 p.m., Nature Center. Find ut what mammals are rummaging through Hunting Island and learn how to identify mammal tracks. (ages 7 to 12); Beach Walk – 3-4 p.m., Lighthouse. Walk along the beach with a naturalist to learn more about the treasures from the ocean. (all ages) (not held on Feb. 8). Wednesday: Creature Feature – 10:30-11 a.m.; Turtle Talk – 12:30-1 p.m., Nature Center. Learn about the variety of turtles on Hunting Island. (all ages); Walk With a Naturalist – 2:30-3:15 p.m., Nature Center. Enjoy a 0.7-mile scenic walk that ends at Little Hunting Island, which you can explore on your own. Wear walking shoes, comfortable clothes, and bring sunscreen, bug spray and water. (limited to 15 walkers) Call by noon the previous day for reservations. Thursday: Creature Feature – 10:3011 a.m.; Gator Gab – 12:30-1 p.m., Nature Center. Congregate around our modern-day dinosaurs and watch our vicious hunters eat a delicious meal. (all ages); What a Wharf – 2:30-3 p.m., Nature Center. Walk down the pier and learn how Hunting Island and its ecosystems came to be. (all ages). Friday: Creature Feature – 10:30-11 a.m.; Serpent Exploration – 12:30-1 p.m., Nature Center. Get a chance to fight your fears and touch a snake or two. (all ages); Beach Walk – 3-4 p.m., Lighthouse. Saturday: Creature Feature – 10:30-11 a.m.; Sea Turtle Discovery – 2-3:15 p.m., Nature Center. Four species of sea turtles are found on the S.C. coast, and one is the state reptile. (all ages); Walk With a Naturalist – 2:30-3:15 p.m., Nature Center.

Beaufort County Library Ongoing Programs

These are the ongoing programs available at the Beaufort Branch Library Downtown: 2:30 p.m., 1st Tuesday each month, Knitting/ Crochet Class; all day during business hours, 1st Thursday each month, Chess Club; 2:30 p.m., last Tuesday each month, Book to Movie Club (Feb. 22 movie is Hidden Figures); daily during library hours, Escape Quest Games.

The Historic Port Royal Museum

10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or upon request, Thursdays through Sundays, The Historic Port Royal Museum, 1634 Paris Ave. The museum features the turn-of-the-century businesses and industries of Port Royal: Shrimping, crabbing, oystering, the railroad, the school and the mercantile. Great gifts featuring local artists are available. For more information. visit www.portroyalhistory.org, email unionchurch1004@gmail.com or call 843-5244333.

Tour Historic Fort Fremont

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Fort Fremont History Center, Fort Fremont Preserve, 1124 Land’s End Road, St. Helena Island. Docent-led tours are at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. every Saturday. Travel back in time to the 1800s and the Spanish American War. Visitors to Fort Fremont can learn about the fort’s history by reading interpretive panels, taking a self-guided tour with a smart phone, visiting the history center exhibit hall, or attending a docent-led tour of the property. The Preserve is open to the public Monday through Sunday from dawn to dusk. For more information, visit www.fortfremont.org or contact Passive Parks manager Stephanie Nagid at snagid@ bcgov.net.

Port Royal Farmers Market

9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, year round, 1615 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Rain or shine. For more information, visit http://www. portroyalfarmersmarket.com/, visit @ portroyalfarmersmarket on Facebook or call 843-295-0058.

“Pull Yourself Up” Group Exercise Class for women

9:30 a.m., select Saturdays, Wardle Family

FEBRUARY 10–16, 2022

THIS WEEK’S MOVIES AT HWY 21 DRIVE-IN The movies scheduled for this week (Thursday, Feb. 10 through Sunday, Feb. 13) at the Highway 21 Drive-In are Moonfall (PG-13, 7:30 p.m.) and American Underdog (PG, 9:45 p.m.) on Screen 1 and Scream (R, 7:30 p.m.) and Jackasses Forever (R, 9:45 p.m.) on Screen 2. Online ticketing is available at hwy21drivein.com on the Now Playing page. Patrons are asked to arrive early on Friday and Saturday nights. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Management would appreciate the wearing of masks while in the concession stand. “Our family at the Hwy. 21 drive in feel a responsibility to our community,” a statement from Highway 21 Drive-In management reads. “We are concerned about many things in these trying times and in making the right decisions. We are concerned with our employees, our patrons, our business, our community’s businesses, and the health and well-being of all.” A reminder: no outside food or beverages can be brought into the drive-in. Upcoming movies include Uncharted (Feb. 17) and Dog (Feb. 17). – Staff reports

YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. This multi-generational women’s group training is a 5-week program taught by Kelly Blackston. It is designed for females who wish to be stronger especially using back muscle shoulders and arms plus build camaraderie and make new friends. Free for ages 13-19; $10 per class for YMCA members; $20 per class for adult non-member. Questions should be directed to Denice Davis, YMCA Healthy Living Program Director at 843-521-1904 or beaufort-jasperymca.org.

Artists That Teach instructor show

Through Feb. 25, Art League Academy, 106 Cordillo Parkway, Hilton Head Island. Art League Academy is open 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday to Friday. There will also be an artists reception from 5 to 7 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 19 that is free and open to the public. Art League of Hilton Head is the only 501(c)(3) nonprofit visual arts organization on Hilton Head Island with a synergistic art gallery and teaching Academy. For more information, call 843-842-5738.

Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s February meeting

7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 10, Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club, Lady’s Island, Meridian Road. Social begins at 6:30 p.m. Captain Kevin Mears of Cast Away Fishing Charters will discuss Sheepshead. He will present rod and reels, various rigs and sure techniques for hooking. This will also include the proper use of mussels and frozen blue crab when fiddlers are not available. Erin Levesque, Manager of the Waddell Mariculture Center located at 211 Sawmill Creek Road in Bluffton, has extended an invitation to current members of BSDC to tour the newly remodeled facility on Thursday, Feb. 17 beginning at 10 a.m. Remember to weigh in your favorite catch at the Port Royal Landing Marina – Safe Harbor – during regular hours. Congratulations to Patrice Tolmage for winning the monthly $50.00 drawing for December 2021. Winners must be present at the next month’s meeting to receive the cash award. Guests are welcome. Reservations are not needed. For additional information, please contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or fgibson@islc.net.

Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands guided tours

9 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 12; Friday, Feb. 25. The Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands (501c3) offers free tours with Master Naturalist Jill Moore as guide. Learn about the different types of wildlife, birds, and plants that inhabit this special place To sign up for a tour please email Kat Bray at info@foprcw.org. For more information, visit www.foprcw.org, follow us on Facebook at FriendsofPRCypressWetlands, or on Instagram at friendsofprcypresswetlands.

Hopeful Horizons’ 10th annual Race4Love

9 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 12, Cat Island. Race4Love is a family-friendly 5K run/3K walk that traverses streets of three Cat Island neighborhoods. Pre-registration is encouraged at race4love.com and virtual options are available. Race4Love benefits survivors of child abuse, domestic violence

and sexual assault in Beaufort County and the surrounding counties. Funds raised help Hopeful Horizons in its mission to end abuse and change lives. Organizers encourage masks and physical distancing when participants are not walking or running the race. For more information, visit www.race4love.com. For more information on Hopeful Horizons, visit www.hopefulhorizons.org.

Souper Bowl of Caring

1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 12, Coligny Plaza, in the area between FISH Casual Coastal Seafood and Skillets, Hilton Head Island. Join the community and Coligny Merchants as they host a fundraiser to benefit Second Helpings – a local charity that “rescues” food from local grocery stores and delivers it to food pantries in our area for those in need. Local Coligny restaurants will be serving up their favorite soups for participants to taste and enjoy. Cost is $25. All proceeds go to support Second Helpings. Tickets can be purchased at the event, or advanced tickets can be purchased at https://bit.ly/3qX3BCF. Live music by "Something from Nothing." Hosted by Jesse Blanco from WTOC’s “Eat It and Like It.”

Beaufort County Library Special Programs

These are the special programs available at the Beaufort Branch Library Downtown: 2:30 p.m., Feb. 15, Mardi Gras Party; 2:30 p.m., March 17, Gardening Class; 4:30 p.m., April 6, Pat Conroy’s Love of Libraries; 2:30 p.m., April 12, Poetry Slam; 4:30 p.m., April 26, Pat Conroy’s Love of Poetry; 2:30 p.m., May 4, May the 4th Be With You Star Wars Celebration; 2:30 p.m., June 14, Hurricane Preparedness; 2:30 p.m., July 12, Comic Con; 2:30 p.m., Aug. 16, Local Art Display; 2:30 p.m., Sept. 13, Civic Awareness; 2:30 p.m., Oct. 20, Friends of the Library Celebration; 2:30 p.m., Nov. 15, Beekeeping; 2:30 p.m., Dec. 13, Gingerbread House Contest.

Sea Island Quilt Guild

6:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 17, Carteret Street United Methodist Church, 408 Carteret Street, Beaufort. Sea Island Quilt Guild will be meeting “In Person.” Group will also meet by Zoom for those who are not able to make it to the meeting. February is challenge month. Everyone who is entering the “Happy Quilt” challenge will be bringing their quilts to show and hope to win a prize.

CPR training

8 a.m to noon, Saturday, Feb. 19, March 26, April 9, Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. Cost is $35 for YMCA certified course. Those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Contact Contact Frank Hamilton at 843-525-0233 or ghh60fwh@comcast.net.. To register visit the Y front desk or online at beaufort-jasperymca. org and click ‘Register for a Program’ at the top of the page.

Pray-Sing-Shout: The History of the Prayer/ Prays House in the Gullah Geechee Community

11 a.m. & 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 22, The Learning Center, 913 West Street, Beaufort. Free and open to the public. Two presentations. Presented by the Gullah Geechee Cultural Heritage Corridor. Researcher and cultural preservationist Victoria A. Smalls will discuss the significance of Prayer Houses in building Gullah Geechee communities. The presentation will include images of Prayer Houses still existing in Beaufort County and images of artwork by local and regional artists depicting these Houses of Worship. For more information, email info@ gullahgeecheecorridor.org.

Fripp Audubon Club’s Ten Eyck Lecture Series

7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 24, Fripp Island Community Center, 205 Tarpon Blvd. In his presentation “The Berry Conundrum: Birds and Their Berries,” retired Massachusetts Audubon Society naturalist Bob Speare will describe how landscaping with native versus non-native plants affects songbirds. What happens when an introduced species produces a greater number of flowers, fruits, and seeds – could this potentially be a greater food supply for birds? What about the

nutritional value of food produced by native vs. non-native plants? He’ll address these questions and discuss how we can all make a positive impact on the birds in our yards and local areas. There will be no Meet & Greet. The program will begin at 7 in the Chapel with Club announcements followed by Bob's program. Masks are required in the Chapel. Off island visitors are welcome – receive pass at gate. Visit us at www.islc.net/audubon/ or contact us at frippaudubonclub@gmail.com.

Beaufort Republican Women’s Club Membership Drive Luncheon

11:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 26, Carolina Room, Dataw Island Club, 123 Dataw Dr., St. Helena Island. Jessica M. Vaughan, Director of Policy Studies for the Center for Immigration Studies, will be the featured speaker. Vaughan has testified before Congress many times and has appeared on NPR, CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, and PBS’s News Hour. The cost of the buffet luncheon is $35 and is by reservation only. To reserve a seat, please mail a check to BRWC, P.O. Box 1835, Beaufort, S.C. 29901 by February 16. For further information, call Diane Roney at 843-838-4972.

Full 30-hour lifeguard training

March 4-7 & 13; April 22-25 & May 1; May 1316 & 22, location TBD. Cost is $170. Schedule: Thursday 4 p.m. – swim test; Friday 4-9 p.m.; Saturday 8-5 p.m.; Sunday 1-5 p.m. Those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Contact Contact Frank Hamilton at 843-525-0233 or ghh60fwh@ comcast.net.. To register visit the Y front desk or online at beaufort-jasperymca.org and click ‘Register for a Program’ at the top of the page. See Frank Hamilton for lifeguard recertification dates and times.

FUN WOMEN 5K Race

8 a.m., Saturday, March 5, Newcastle and Bay Street, Downtown Beaufort. The certified 5K course will run through downtown and across the scenic Woods Bridge. This race is part of USC Beaufort’s Center For The Arts’ Women’s Wellness Retreat (March 18 and 19, 2022). Our mission is to elevate, empower, enlighten and enrich all women. Topics include financial, spiritual, physical and mental wellness. Register at https://bit.ly/3qjg1V9.

Sea Island Rotary Club Community Service blood drive

9 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., Tuesday, March 8, Big Red Bloodmobile, Hilton Garden Inn, Beaufort. Future donation dates will be Tuesday, June 14; Tuesday, Aug. 23; and Tuesday, Nov. 15. OneBlood is testing all blood donations for the COVID-19 antibody. The antibody test is authorized by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and will indicate if the your immune system has produced antibodies to the virus, regardless of whether you ever showed symptoms. You will be able to see their results approximately two to five days after donating by logging into OneBlood’s donor portal at www.oneblood. org. If you test positive for the antibody, you will be eligible to become COVID-19 convalescent plasma donor. All donors will receive a OneBlood gift and a $10 eGift card. Plus, a wellness checkup including blood pressure, temperature, iron count, pulse and cholesterol screening. OneBlood takes extra precautions to ensure that the donation process is safe from the COVID-19 virus including extra cleanings, wearing masks, etc. All time slots are currently available. Contact District Governor-elect Bob Gross, at bob@ beaufortgroup.com or call 843-321-0196 and indicate the time slot that best suits you.

The Pickled Eagle pickleball tournament

8 a.m., Saturday, March 12, Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club. On-site registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Cost is $40, $5 for each additional division, three divisions total. Double elimination. Skill division 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0. Men’s doubles, women’s doubles, mixed doubles. Singles, two divisions. Age divisions – skill divisions but limited to 50+, 60+, 70+. Proceeds benefit Beaufort High School Tennis. To register online, go to pickleballtournaments.com and search for pickledeagle. Register online and get a free T-shirt.

ARTS

USC Beaufort Chamber Music series returns March 6

By Michael Johns On Sunday, March 6, the calendar says winter, but the Lowcountry sings of spring. Celebrate the return of warm sun on cool breezes. Refresh your spirit with expressive music exquisitely performed. USC Beaufort Chamber Music returns at 5 p.m., with music of nostalgia, brilliance, wit and substance. Three performers, French-hornist Jennifer Montone, violinist Solomiya Ivakhiv, and pianist/Artistic Director Andrew Armstrong will present a blended program of works by Chopin, Prokofiev, Still and Brahms. The concert begins with Sergei Prokofiev's four-movement Violin Sonata No 2, Opus 94a. Conceived as a work for flute, the violin-transcription is now the more popular of the two. Written during World War II, the sonata is organized upon Classical-period formal models, infused with Romantic-era passion and features Prokofiev's unique brand of humor, energy and elegant lyricism. American composer William Grant Still is represented by three songs arranged for French horn and piano: Song for the Lonely, If You Should Go, and Bayou Home. As the titles indicate, the music is gentle, peaceful and nostalgic with

a hint of melancholy, a mood enhanced by Ms. Montone's rich, full-bloom horn tone. The concert is celebrating Emily Hart's generous gift to Chamber Music's Endowment in honor of William Lortz's many efforts on behalf of our artists, our concerts, and our community. Andy Armstrong will play one of Bill's favorite pieces, Fryderyk Chopin's Scherzo No. 2, Opus 31 for Piano. A magical work, it requires a pianist with the soul of an artist and the heart of a lion. The scherzo's stature as summed up by music critic James Huneker: “What masterly writing, and it lies in the very heart of the piano! A hundred generations may not improve on these pages.” Concluding the concert is Johannes Brahms' Trio, Opus 40, for Horn, Violin, and Piano, the greatest work in the repertoire for this particular combination. It was the first piece the composer wrote after the death of his mother. In it he recalls youthful melodies and memories (he had played the horn), a love of nature and calls of the hunt. Pianist Andy Armstrong no longer needs an introduction to Lowcountry audiences. Now in his first full season as Artistic Director, his innovative programming,

introduction of new artists, unstinting promotional support, and infectious humor have been recognized by all concert attendees. AnAndrew dy's pianism Armstrong is lauded around the world for masterly interpretations of a wide range of repertoire across historical periods and sheer pianistic brilliance, from the softest whisper to stage-rattling fortissimos. Joining him is violinist Solomiya Ivakhiv, an artist who enjoys an international career as soloist, chamber musician, and teacher. Hailed by critics for her “crystal clear Solomiya and noble Ivakhiv sound,” (Culture and Life, Ukraine) she has performed in many of the great halls of Europe, North America, and China and along the way has found time to amass an extensive and highly regarded discography. A graduate of The Curtis Institute of Music in Philadelphia, Ms. Ivakhiv holds a Doctor Musical Arts from Stony Brook University and

is currently Assistant Professor of Violin and Viola at the University of Connecticut. French-hornist Jennifer Montone is a Superstar. A graduate of The Juilliard School, she has been the principal horn of the Philadelphia Orchestra since 2006 and is currently a sought-after teacher at both The Jennifer Juilliard Montone School and The Curtis Institute. She has won many solo competitions and awards, including an Avery Fisher Career Grant in 2006 and a 2013 Grammy Award for her recording of Penderecki's Horn Concerto. Montone was formerly principal horn of the Saint Louis Symphony and associate principal of the Dallas Symphony. In addition, she has performed with the Berlin Philharmonic, New York Philharmonic, Cleveland Orchestra, Metropolitan Opera Orchestra, National Symphony, Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, and Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, signifying a level of sustained excellence that solidifies her position as one of the great classical horn players of this, or any,

WANT TO GO? What: USCB Chamber Music When: 5 p.m., Sunday, March 6 Where: USC Beaufort Center For The Arts, 805 Carteret Street How: The concert can be viewed in-person, via livestream or On Demand. Tickets: For concert information or to purchase tickets, either live or virtual, go to www. uscbchambermusic.com or call 843-208-8246. Details: The audience will be limited to 325 and masks are required.

generation. There are multiple ways to enjoy the 5 p.m., March 6, concert — In-Person, Livestream and On-Demand. All concert videography is professionally produced. In-person attendance and livestream is available at 5 p.m. on March 6, and on-demand is accessible four days after the concert to all ticket holders for three weeks. For concert information or to purchase tickets, either live or virtual, go to www. uscbchambermusic.com or call 843-208-8246, Monday through Friday. Doors will open at 4:15 p.m., on March 6. The audience will be limited to 325 and masks are required.

Mutts Gone Nuts – Canine cabaret & pet palooza

From staff reports Expect the unexpected, as canines and comedy collide in a smash hit performance that’s leaving audiences everywhere howling for more. The USCB Center for the Arts invites you to Mutts Gone Nuts! Canine Cabaret for one day only – 2 and 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 13. From shelters to showbiz, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a breathtaking, action-packed, comedy dog spectacular, featuring some of the world’s most talented four-legged performers. Deemed “A Must See” by the Washington Post, the dogs are sure to steal your heart, and then your socks. When the dogs take a break, comedian-contortionist Jonathan Burns demonstrates a goofy, nerdy persona that's elevated by his ability to fold

WANT TO GO? What: Mutts Gone Nuts When: 2 and 5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 13 Where: USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort Tickets: Tickets are $22 for Adults, $20 for Seniors and $18 for Students. Visit USCBCenterForTheArts. com. Attendance is limited. Masks are required inside CFA.

his body in ways that would send most of us to the chiropractor — or emergency room. In addition to Mutts Gone Nuts, there will be a “Pet Palooza” on the lawn featuring adoptable pets from local facilities, a photo contest of your favorite pet, and more. Since 1985, comedy duo Scott and Joan Houghton

have brought their unique blend of physical comedy and circus arts to audiences from Las Vegas to Tokyo. They spent three years with country star Lee Greenwood at his theater in Tennessee and seven years as the featured comedy act at Dolly

Parton’s Theaters in Branson, Orlando and Myrtle Beach. In 2005, the duo turned their attention to creating a comedy dog act, Mutts Gone Nuts. Their nine amazing canine partners are all adopted from animal shelters and rescues. Using all positive,

reward-based training methods, the Houghton’s look for what the dogs like to do naturally and cultivate those talents. They attempt to match wits with their mischievous mutts in a family-friendly performance that leaves audiences howling for more.

Rev. Johnnie F. Simmons stands behind the bench he painted last year entitled "The Black Church." This memorializes the Tabernacle Baptist Church, which was founded in 1811, and in 1863 became the first Baptist church for African-Americans in Beaufort.

Sponsors invited to apply for next phase of Art Bench Project From staff reports The Beaufort Cultural Arts District is seeking sponsors for Phase III of its Art Bench Project, an artistic celebration of the Beaufort area’s history, culture and arts. The project launched in 2019. Thus far, 12 benches, painted by local artists, have been installed throughout the Beaufort Cultural Arts District in downtown Beaufort. The benches commemorate the founding of Santa Elena, Reconstruction, the founding of the Mather School, the importance of Tabernacle Baptist Church, and many other cultural milestones. The fee for sponsors is $750. The benches are built by Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity. The deadline to submit an application as sponsor, as well as the proposed bench artwork, is March 4. Sponsors can select their own artist. Sponsors must own the property where the bench is to be located, or must have permission to place the bench there. Sponsors do not have to be located in the Cultural District to apply for a sponsorship. Linda Silk Sviland, who painted benches in both 2020 and 2021, said, “I think it’s a wonderful way to make art. Other cities have done beautiful sculptures, but there is no function other than beauty. This is functional art – it’s a terrific way to have the public see art that is useful.” The application can be found at https://www.cityofbeaufort.org/571/Art-BenchProject.

Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce will receive $150,000 grant from NEA as part of American Rescue Plan From staff reports The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) will receive an American Rescue Plan Grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to help the arts and cultural sector recover from the pandemic. The BCBCC is recommended to receive $150,000 and may use this funding to

save jobs and to fund operations and facilities, health and safety supplies, and marketing and promotional efforts to encourage attendance and participation. “Our nation’s arts sector has been among the hardest hit by the COVID-19 pandemic. The National Endowment for the Arts’ American Rescue Plan funding will

help arts organizations, such as the Gullah Art Gallery/ Museum within the BCBCC to rebuild and reopen,” NEA Chair Maria Rosario Jackson said in a release. “The arts are crucial in helping America’s communities heal, unite, and inspire, as well as essential to our nation’s economic recovery.” “What do you see when

you dream? The only answer is ‘art.’ I am a St. Helena native, and look forward to offering more opportunities for the community, which showcases my culture, but with a focus on our youth. Teaching our children that any dream is possible,” Art Curator/ Gallery Manager Dominique Tuttle said in a release. The American Rescue Plan

was signed into law in March 2021 when the NEA was provided $135 million for the arts sector. The funding for the organizations is the third installment providing more than $57.7 million for arts organizations. In April 2021, the NEA announced $52 million (40 percent) in ARP funding would be allocated to 62 state, juris-

dictional, and regional arts organizations for re-granting through their respective programs. The second installment in November 2021 allocated $20.2 million to 66 local arts agencies for sub-granting to local artists and art organizations. In total, the NEA will award grants totaling $57,750,000 to 567 arts organizations.

Lunch With Authors welcomes Smalls, Crawford

From staff reports Eric Crawford and Marlena Smalls will be the guests at the next installment of USC Beaufort’s Lunch With Authors at noon, Wednesday, Feb. 16 at the Belfair Clubhouse in Bluffton. In Gullah Spirituals, musicologist Eric Crawford traces Gullah Geechee songs from their beginnings in West Af-

rica to their height as songs for social change and Black identity in the 20th-cenEric tury AmeriCrawford can South. W h i l e much has been done to study, preserve, and interpret Gul-

lah culture in the Lowcountry and sea islands of South Carolina and Georgia, some traditions like the shouting and rowing songs have been all but forgotten. This work, which focuses primarily on South Carolina's St. Helena Island, illuminates the remarkable history, survival, and influence of spirituals since the earliest recordings

in the 1860s. Marlena Smalls founded The Hallelujah Singers in 1990 to preserve the Marlena Gullah culSmalls ture of the South Carolina Sea Islands. She is a sacred music vocalist, also

singing gospel, contemporary, jazz and blues. Her programs for schools, reunion, and meeting groups incorporate lectures, music, and Gullah storytelling. Inducted into the South Carolina Black Hall of Fame in 2004, Marlena has performed for the Queen of England and many U. S. and international dignitaries. She

has worked with film producer Joel Silver and Academy Award winners Tom Hanks, Demi Moore, and Glenn Close. In addition to many productions for PBS, SCETV, and GPTC, she is known to international audiences as Bubba's mom in the Academy Award-winning motion picture "Forrest Gump". FEBRUARY 10–16, 2022

HEALTH & WELLNESS Options & References for a Healthier Life

Multivitamins

Do you need one? And which one should you choose? Most people have heard of multivitamin/mineral supplements, commonly called multivitamins. But did you know that there is no standard multivitamin? Manufacturers choose which ingredients— and how much—to include in their products. Because of this, store shelves are filled with hundreds of multivitamins with different formulations. How do you know if you need a multivitamin and which product you should choose? Here’s a handy guide. Q. Do you need a multivitamin? A. Not necessarily. Multivitamins can help you get enough of essential vitamins and minerals, but many people get all they need by eating a nutritious variety of foods. Plus, most studies show that multivitamins have little or no effect on the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer or heart disease. People who might benefit from taking certain nutrients found in multivitamins include the following: • People over 50 • People who could become pregnant • Pregnant people • Breastfed babies and toddlers

• People who avoid certain foods or have poor diets If you fall into one of these categories, see our recently updated multivitamin/mineral fact sheet for more details. But for specific advice, we recommend talking with your healthcare provider. Q. You are overwhelmed by the multivitamin choices at my store. Which product should you buy? A. Talk with your healthcare provider for advice. Your provider can help you find an appropriate multivitamin. Consider choosing a multivitamin designed for your age, sex, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals differ from person to person, and many multivitamin manufacturers take this into account when formulating products. For example, multivitamins for women usually have more iron and folic acid than those for men. Multivitamins for seniors usually provide more calcium and vitamins D and B12, and less iron than those for younger adults. Prenatal multivitamins often provide vitamin A as beta-carotene and have higher amounts of

iron. Most children’s multivitamins have smaller amounts of many nutrients. Want to compare products from home? Use our Dietary Supplement Label Database to search for and compare thousands of dietary supplement products on the market, including many multivitamins.

Q. Do multivitamins have any safety concerns? A. Not for most people. Taking a basic multivitamin is unlikely to harm your health, assuming the product is properly manufactured. Most products contain reasonable amounts of vitamins and minerals and can help ensure you get enough essential

nutrients without causing any harm. However, some vitamins and minerals can be harmful if you get too much, that is, more than the upper limits. So, check product labels and don’t “double up” on multivitamins or other dietary supplements unless your healthcare provider has told you to

do so. And keep in mind that some foods are fortified with extra vitamins and minerals. These also count toward the upper limits. If you smoke or used to smoke, you should avoid multivitamins that have high amounts of beta-carotene or vitamin A. Studies show that smokers who take more than 20 milligrams (mg) a day of beta-carotene or more than 7,500 micrograms (mcg) a day of vitamin A might have a higher risk of lung cancer. Most multivitamins have lower amounts of these ingredients but check labels to be sure. If you are pregnant, don’t get too much vitamin A— more than about 2,800 mcg a day—because it increases the risk of birth defects. This is not a concern for beta-carotene, the form of vitamin A in plant foods such as carrots and some dietary supplements. This list (follow hyperlink) recommends intakes for all nutrients based on your age, sex, and whether you are pregnant or breastfeeding. For more information on multivitamins, visit https:// ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/ MVMS-Consumer/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery

What are some healthy snacks for people with irritable bowel syndrome? • • • • • • • • •

Gluten-free Toast Fruit Lactose-free Yogurt Cereal Sorbet Hard cheeses Porridge Chips and popcorn Rice cakes or Gluten-free crackers Incorporating healthy snacks into their diet can help people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) manage their symptoms. Doctors may suggest a person with IBS follow a low FODMAP diet. FODMAP stands for “fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols.” Low FODMAP foods are low in these substances. A low FODMAP diet can benefit people with IBS by reducing their symptoms and helping them identify which foods trigger their symptoms. A person can reintroduce foods gradually to understand which food is causing the symptoms. Portion size may affect the FODMAP of foods. FODMAP foods are foods that contain certain types of carbohydrates. They include sugars that can cause symptoms in the digestive systems of susceptible individuals. Studies have shown eating a diet low in FODMAP-containing foods may reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and other gastrointestinal conditions. The low FODMAP diet is not a long-term diet plan but a way to identify and substitute specific foods that may

worsen symptoms. Experts do not recommend following this diet for more than 6 weeks due to the risk of nutritional deficiencies. The diet plan classifies FODMAP foods as high and low. It recommends that people with IBS avoid high FODMAP foods and choose low FODMAP foods as their daily staples. It is important to note that serving sizes can also change how well a person tolerates a specific food. For example, having a large amount of a low FODMAP food could turn it into a high FODMAP food. Experts recommend working with a dietitian to avoid both over-restriction and under-restriction.

High FODMAP foods to avoid or limit include:

• Vegetables: Garlic, asparagus, onions, mushrooms, beans, shallots, and scallions. • Fruits: Blackberries, watermelon, prunes, peaches, dates, and avocados. • Meats: Breaded meats, battered meats, and meats served with garlic or onion-based sauces and fillings. • Fish: Breaded fish, battered fish, and fish served with garlic or onion-based sauces. • Fats: Almonds, cashews, pistachios, and avocados. • Starches, cereals, and grains: Beans, lentils, wheat and gluten-based bread, rye, muffins, pas-

tries, and pasta. Knowing the difference between high and low FODMAP foods can make it easier for a person to incorporate them into a diet. Both categories contain a wide range of food groups. It is essential to talk with a doctor or dietitian before starting a low FODMAP diet. Doctors do not typically recommend this diet plan for

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long-term use, as it eliminates some essential, nutrient-rich foods. Many foods high or moderate in FODMAPs contain a number of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, and prebiotics, which are food components that support healthy gut bacteria.

How does food trigger a flare-up?

Every case of IBS is unique, so people will likely react differently to various foods. However, certain foods are known to cause particular symptoms in many people with IBS.

Some foods, for example, make the body produce excess gas. Eating these foods can cause unpleasant gaseousness and bloating for people with IBS. Examples of these foods include beans, cauliflower and raisins. Other food types can lead to diarrhea and cramping, common complaints from people with IBS. Some of these foods include coffee, alcohol, sorbitol sweetener and fried dishes. Caffeinated foods and beverages like coffee increase stomach acid. For many people, this can lead to pain and loose stools. Fatty dishes, such as french fries or fried chicken slow down the transport of gas within the intestines. These foods can also reduce bowel function. For people with IBS, consuming fatty foods can lead to a flare-up that may include constipation. No two people with IBS will have the same experience with trigger foods. People dealing with IBS flare-ups should consult with a doctor to figure out which foods are causing them the most discomfort.

Snacks to avoid

People with IBS may find relief from avoiding foods, candies, or beverages with low calorie sweeteners. Diet sodas, sugar-free chewing gum, and sugar-free ice cream are a few examples of this category. Many foods contain high fructose corn syrup, particularly processed snacks like chips or cookies. But dried fruits and apples also contain high amounts of fructose. It is best for people with IBS to avoid them. It takes time for people with IBS to figure out which

snacks are safe and which they should avoid. Keeping a food diary can be a great way to track any symptoms that may come up after eating a particular snack. Even with the most careful planning, IBS flare-ups do happen at times. Careful food choices during a flare-up can help minimize the worst of symptoms.

Focus on hydration

IBS-related diarrhea can lead to dehydration. Getting plenty of fluids can help keep this dehydration from becoming serious. Staying hydrated can also help soften stools and reduce constipation symptoms. Many people with IBS also find relief from drinking herbal tea during a flare-up. This, along with regular exercise and consistent sleep, can reduce stress and speed recovery.

Summary

Every person with IBS has a different experience. Regular visits with a medical professional can help identify the best foods to eat during a flare-up. People with IBS often find that certain foods can trigger their IBS symptoms. Incorporating healthy snacks into their daily meal plan can reduce symptoms and even prevent flare-ups. Avoiding processed foods and emphasizing certain whole food options can also speed the process of recovery from an IBS flare-up. Focusing on hydration and exercise can help people navigate the IBS journey. SOURCE: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/snacks-for-ibs?

HEALTH & WELLNESS Options & References for a Healthier Life

How are hypertension, heart disease, and stroke connected? Risk factors

Without treatment, hypertension can increase the risk of developing heart disease or stroke. This is because high blood pressure damages the lining of the arteries. Plaque can build up as a result, causing the arteries to narrow.

Each condition shares some similar risk factors, including a lack of exercise or activity, a diet that includes high amounts of salt, having obesity, smoking, having diabetes Hypertension is also a risk factor for both stroke and heart disease.

How are the conditions connected?

Treatment and prevention

Treatment for high blood pressure can help prevent both heart disease and stroke. A healthcare professional may recommend taking medications to lower a person’s blood pressure. There are multiple types of medications that all have slightly different effects on a person’s blood pressure and heart. A person can also make lifestyle changes, which include: • exercising regularly, for at least 150 minutes per week • eating a healthy diet containing lots of fruits and vegetables • maintaining a healthy body mass index (BMI) • avoiding or quitting smoking • eating a low sodium diet • avoiding alcohol • managing stress, if possible • getting enough sleep A person who experiences a heart attack or stroke should seek emergency medical services or call 911. If a person has had a stroke, medical professionals will prescribe medication or perform surgery to stop the bleeding and save the brain tissue. Treatment for a heart attack will also involve medications and surgery.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that a person living with hypertension has an increased risk of developing heart disease and stroke. High blood pressure causes damage to the artery walls. The damage can make the arteries more susceptible to the buildup of plaque, which can cause a blockage or reduced blood flow. If the blockage occurs near the brain or heart, it can lead to either a stroke or heart attack, respectively. According to the CDC 7 in 10 people who experience a first heart attack and 8 in 10 people who experience a first stroke also have high blood pressure. Hypertension, heart disease, and stroke are three different conditions. Hypertension Hypertension, or high blood pressure, occurs when the pressure of blood pushing against a person’s arteries is higher than normal. Although a person’s blood pressure can rise and fall throughout the day, chronically high blood pressure can lead to several health concerns. Blood pressure involves two numbers: systolic and diastolic. A normal blood pressure reading is less than 120 millimeters of mercury (mmHg) systolic and less than 80 mmHg diastolic. • Elevated: A systolic blood pressure of 120–129 mmHg and a diastolic blood pressure of less than 80 mmHg. • Hypertension Stage 1: A systolic blood pressure of 130–139 mmHg or a diastolic blood pressure of 80–89 mmHg. • Hypertension Stage 2: A systolic blood pressure of 140 mmHg or higher, or a diastolic blood pressure or 90 mmHg or higher. Heart disease Heart disease refers to several different conditions that affect a person’s heart. There are different types of heart disease, including coronary artery disease, heart attack, heart failure.

When to contact a doctor According to the CDC, the most common form of heart disease is coronary artery disease (CAD). CAD can affect blood flow to the heart. If the heart does not get enough blood, a person can have a heart attack. Each year, approximately 659,000 people in the U.S. die from heart disease. Symptoms: High blood pressure and heart disease may not present with any symptoms. If a person experiences symptoms of a stroke, they will require urgent medical attention. Heart disease—A person with heart disease may not experience any symptoms until they have a heart attack. • Heart attack: A person may experience upper back or neck

pain, nausea, dizziness, indigestion, heartburn, chest pain, vomiting, extreme fatigue, shortness of breath and/or discomfort in the upper chest. • Heart failure: fatigue, shortness of breath, swelling in the feet, legs, ankles, abdomen, or veins of the neck • Arrhythmia: a feeling of fluttering in the chest, also known as palpitations. Stroke When a person experiences a stroke, they may have one or more of the following symptoms: • sudden severe headache with no known cause • sudden confusion, trouble understanding speech, or trouble speaking • sudden weakness or numbness in the arm, leg, or face, particularly on one side of the body • sudden dizziness, loss of balance, difficulty walking, or loss of coordination • sudden trouble seeing in one or both eyes

People living with hypertension should regularly consult a doctor to see how medication and lifestyle changes affect their blood pressure. A person can make adjustments in consultation with their doctor as needed based on how their blood pressure is responding. A person should contact 911 or emergency services immediately if they experience signs or symptoms of a heart attack or stroke.

Summary

Hypertension increases a person’s risk of having a stroke or developing heart disease due to damage to the arteries. A person can take steps to reduce their risk for any of these conditions, including regular exercise, a healthy diet, avoiding smoking, and reducing stress. In some cases, a person may need to take blood pressure medications to help prevent high blood pressure and reduce their risk of developing heart disease or stroke. Source: https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/how-are-hypertension-heart-diseaseand-stroke-related

High blood pressure correlates to heart disease in AfricanAmericans Ninety percent of patients with elevated blood pressure, nearly all of whom were black, tested positive for subclinical hypertensive heart disease, despite having no symptoms or history of heart disease. The results of a small study of urban emergency patients were published in Annals of Emergency Medicine ("Subclinical Hypertensive Heart Disease in African-American Patients with Elevated Blood Pressure in an Inner-City Emergency Department"). The study results presented a tremendous opportunity to screen for heart disease before it becomes symptomatic, especially in a population with high rates of hypertension. If physicians can detect incipient heart disease early, they have a better shot at treating it before it turns into a full-blown health emergency. The study is also a strong reminder that emergency patients with chronic disease—in this case, hypertension—are generally a high-risk group." African-Americans are in the highest risk group—the vast majority diagnosed with heart disease had diastolic dysfunction, or a heart with impaired ability to pump blood to the body, brain and lungs. Emergency physicians are uniquely positioned to lessen the overall impact of chronic high blood pressure in at-risk communities. Blood pressure readings are taken for every patient in the ER. By not just taking in new information but also acting on it, physicians can substantively contribute to much needed secondary disease prevention efforts. Source: Annals of Emergency / American College of Emergency Physicians. For more information visit www.acep.org.

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EDUCATION

NEH, USCB invite teachers to apply for Reconstruction institute

Institute will be held July 5-25 on USCB's Historic Beaufort Campus

From staff reports The National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) and the University of South Carolina Beaufort are inviting K-12 teachers of all subjects to apply for “America's Reconstruction: The Untold Story.” This is the fifth meeting of one of the most popular NEH summer institutes for educators and will be held July 5-25 on USCB's Historic Beaufort Campus. Deadline to apply is March 1. This year's institute will offer an in-depth look at the historical dimensions and significance of the Reconstruction in the Lowcountry and United States. Twenty-five educators from around the country will receive a $2,850 stipend

designed to cover travel and other expenses, if selected for this workshop about one of the most neglected and misunderstood periods in our nation’s history. The summer institute will include field trips to historic sites, lectures by leading scholars, and development of lesson plans that examine closely three broad themes over the course of the institute: Prelude to Reconstruction; Reconstruction and its Aftermath; and Historical Memory and the “Second Reconstruction,” the modern Civil Rights Movement. Notification emails will be sent out to selected applicants on March 25. This seminar is planned as a residential, in-person experience, but USCB follows guidelines related to COVID-19 and reserves the right to alter the modality. For more information and to apply, visit www. uscb.edu/americasreconstruction/.

Twenty-five educators from around the country travel to USC Beaufort’s Beaufort campus for a workshop about one of the most neglected and misunderstood periods in our nation’s history. Photo courtesy of USC Beaufort.

Fripp Island Women’s Club announces Conroy Scholarship winners From staff reports The Fripp Island Women’s Club (FIWC) is pleased to award their Pat Conroy Water Is Wide scholarships to Angela Jackson and Chelsea Selner, both of whom attend the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL). In honor of beloved author and longtime Fripp Island resident Pat Conroy (19452016), FIWC created the scholarship in 2016. In part-

nership with our nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center, the scholarship is awarded to adult students over the age of 21 returning to college in order to enhance their future career. To date, FIWC has awarded seven scholarships totaling $13,000 to students attending University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) or the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL). An Early Childhood Edu-

cation major, Angela Jackson of Beaufort expects to graduate in December 2022. She not only volunteers as an assistant soccer coach through the Angela Beaufort Jackson Parks and Recreation Department, but fills local lending libraries for the TCL

Early Education Department. Angela chose her major due to the impact and unmatched passion for teaching of one of her own teachers, which led her to want to be the difference in another’s child’s life. Chelsea Selner of Hilton Head Island is an LPN working to finish her RN degree in December of 2022. Having moved to South Carolina from Wisconsin three years ago, Chelsea has been em-

ployed at St. Joseph Candler Oncology and Optim Orthopedics. Previously she volunteered in a food pantry. Chelsea’s words to live by are “eduChelsea cation means Selner opportunity,” which led her to pursue her RN degree. She declares that being an RN is

“not the end of my education or my career path. It is just the beginning.” To learn more about the Fripp Island Women’s Club and how you can support or apply for the Pat Conroy Water Is Wide Scholarship, visit www.frippwc.com/scholarship.html. You can also learn more about the educational mission of the Pat Conroy Literary Center at www.patconroyliterarycenter.org.

SC State Fair accepting applications for Ride of Your Life Scholarship

From staff reports The South Carolina State Fair is accepting applications for its Ride of Your Life Scholarship program. Fifty $6,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school seniors across the state and will be paid out at $1,500 a year over four years. Students

pursuing two-year degrees will receive $1,500 per year over the two-year period. The scholarship funds must be used at a South Carolina university, college, or institution and may cover tuition or other educational expenses such as on-campus housing, a computer, or textbooks.

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USC Beaufort releases Fall 2021 Academic Honor Lists

The University of South Carolina Beaufort has released its Fall 2021 Academic Honor Lists. Beaufort students named to USC Beaufort’s Chancellor’s List include: Kaylee Aiken, Zyamanii Baksh, Myrandha Baptiste-Foucault, Rachel Bowsher, Heather Butler, Daniel Castorena, Hope Chutjian, Mckinley Coleman, Kristen Cox, Dominick Crowell, Kaitlyn Davis, Hudson DeLoach, Aubreigh Dixon, Christine Flores, Murray Flowers, Aydanni Gonzalez, Mallory Horn, Katherine Hurtt, Tgaja Johnson, Timothy Johnson, Melissa King, Therese Lacombe, Christian Lorenzo,

Rachelle Martz, Hannah Merchant, Mariela Moreno Nava, Thomas Mull, Treasure Munoz, Logan Murray, Kelsey Murrie, Emily Najera, Peggy Owens, Sadie Phifer, Jessica Rye, Esteban Sanchez, Kevea Sanders, Katie Shurling, Jamie Smith, Starla Spence, Allison Stacks, Andrew Starmer, Rebekah Stone, Hannah Van Dam, Theodore Washington, Sabrina Williams, Curtis Yockey and Phylicia Doe. Beaufort students named to USC Beaufort’s President’s List include: Kathryn Bosley, Ariel Brosnan, Isabelle Davis, Lashonda Dunbar, Kayla Farruggio, Madison Fripp, Victoria Ganshow, Wyatt Kenninger, Jarrett Kizer, Zachary Langford, Melissa Marable, Jennifer Nettles, Latara Rhodes, Eli Smith, Haley Wright, Tatiana Zalapskaia and Susanna Glattly.

Scholarships are awarded based on academic and extracurricular achievement, communication skills, need and completeness of the application. Scholarship applications must be completed online at scstatefair.org by March 15. The State Fair Scholars will

be notified in mid-May. The South Carolina State Fair “Ride of Your Life” Scholarship Program awards $300,000 in scholarships each year. “Education is one of the fair’s missions. We know students need extra funding for college now more than ever,”

S.C. State Fair General Manager Nancy Smith said in a release. “We hope everyone who knows a South Carolina high school senior will encourage them to apply.” Recipients must retain a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and enroll in no less than 30 credit hours each academic year to receive

funding for that year. Prospective scholars or parents can get additional information at scstatefair.org or by contacting Betsy Cooper at betsyc@scstatefair.org or 803799-3387, ext. 110. A list of last year’s “Ride of Your Life” scholars can also be found online at scstatefair.org.

USCB is the fastest growing four-year institution within the University of South Carolina System. It offers 19 baccalaureate degrees on three campuses – Bluffton, Beaufort and Hilton Head Island. Its 2,000 students hail from many states and more than a dozen countries.

have at least a 4.0 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 hours for the semester. To be eligible for the Dean's List, a student must have at least a 3.5 grade point average and carry a minimum of 12 hours for the semester. Area students on the President’s List include Mary Baker of Beaufort (29907) and SaraJo Christensen of Beaufort (29907). Area students on the Dean's List include Lindsey Breaux of Beaufort (29907), Katie Innes of Beaufort (29907), Oakley Magbee of Beaufort (29902) and Kassidy Stefanski of Beaufort (29906). Georgia Southern University, a public Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution founded in 1906, offers approximately 140 different degree programs serving more than 27,000 students through 10 colleges on

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Georgia Southern announces Fall 2021 academic honor lists

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2 from Beaufort on Wofford’s Fall 2021 Dean's List

Timothy Schmitz, interim provost of Wofford College, has announced Dean's List students for the fall 2021 semester. Beaufort students Caroline Quinn Fleming and Carolina Garren Hughes are on the list. To be named to the Dean's List, a student must be enrolled for at least 12 semester hours of graded courses and attain a semester grade point average of 3.6 or higher. Wofford College, established in 1854, is a four-year, residential liberal arts college located in Spartanburg. It offers 27 major fields of study to

Wheaton College names 3 from Beaufort to Fall 2021 Dean's List

Dean's List honors are earned by undergraduate students who carry 12 or more credit hours and achieve a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher on the 4.0 scale. Making the list were Beaufort’s Sydney Lawrence (29906), Austin Myers (29902) and Parker Smith (29902). Wheaton (Ill.) College is a coeducational Christian liberal arts college noted for its rigorous academics, integration of faith and learning, and consistent ranking among the top liberal arts colleges in the country.

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Battery Creek ends run in 3rd round of playoffs

LowcoSports.com Battery Creek wrestling continued the momentum coming off its region title and rolled into the third round of the Class 3A dual playoffs with a pair of dominant wins at home Saturday, but the Dolphins met their match Monday, falling 45-19 at Aynor. The Dolphins nearly pulled off the perfect match in a firstround rout of Lakewood, winning 82-0 with pins in 13 of the 14 weight classes. Creek then made quick work of Loris in the second round, using seven pins and three forfeits to cruise to a 63-15 victory. Bradley Smith, Aiden Northway, and Hunter Smith each won both matches by pin, while Sam DeGroat, Elmer Linares, Sebastian Sanchez, Ryan Israel, and Nate Gallego each had a pin and a forfeit. Daniel Sunkins was 2-0 with a pin and a decision, and John Coker and Reily Doray each won both of their matches by forfeit.

The Dolphins will take all 14 wrestlers to the Lower State qualifier at Camden on Feb. 18-19.

JPII finishes just outside top four at SCISA duals

John Paul II wrestling went 1-2 and reached the consolation semifinals at the SCISA state duals on Saturday. The Golden Warriors were the No. 4 seed but dropped a tough 48-30 decision to No. 5 Cardinal Newman in the first round. JPII rebounded to rout Colleton Prep 60-12, but the Golden Warriors fell 6018 to Heathwood Hall to end their afternoon. Oliver Witkowski, Daniel Snyder, and Peter Torinese each went 3-0, Chris Orta won his only match, and Kohl Woodham was 2-1 for JPII. The Golden Warriors will wrap up their season at the SCISA individual championship on Saturday in Sumter.

Battery Creek’s Bradley Smith dominates one of his opponents during the opening rounds of the Class 3A dual playoffs Saturday at The Palace. Smith won both of his matches by pin as the Dolphins advanced to the third round. Photo by Rihanna Cooler.

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McAlister kicks off Players Series with T-4 at Fripp Island

Hollywood’s Ryan Bozard shot a blistering 4-under-par 67 on a blustery day at Ocean Creek Golf Course and Goose Creek’s Akeira Sanchez held on by one shot to claim the boys and girls titles at the Fripp Island Junior Challenge, the initial event in the SCJGA Players Series. Bozard held a one shot lead after opening with a 72, and he left no doubt about who would hoist the trophy Sunday, making two birdies per side in a spotless round to win by six shots. Roman Mullinax (Lexington) surged to second with the only other round under par in the final round, shooting 2-under on the back

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Maybank, Pate claim Junior Heritage titles

Fripp Island Junior Challenge Champs, Ryan Bozard and Akeira Sanchez

2022 Junior Heritage Champs, Macy Pate and PJ Maybank III

nine for a 70. Aiken’s Richard Anaclerio was four shots back of Mullinax in third. Beaufort’s Simon McAlister got his season off to a strong start with a fourthplace showing, starting strong with a 73 to put him

urday, but she had to hold off a charge form Ella Kate Barnett of Galivant’s Ferry for a one-shot win. Barnett’s 78 was the low round of the day by a four-shot margin, and Sanchez had to make a par on the par-5 18th to finish at 14-over

158 and edge Barnett. The initial two-day event on the new SCJGA Players Series was made possible by the support of Beaufort Charities, which has donated more than 500 sets of clubs to local youth over the past

PJ Maybank III of Cheboygan, Mich., and Macy Pate of Winston-Salem, N.C., claimed the titles at the prestigious Sea Pines Junior Heritage on Saturday and Sunday. Maybank carded an incredible round in difficult conditions — to say the least — at Harbour Town Golf Links, overtaking first-round leader Jackson Byrd and coasting to a five-shot win to kick off the 2022 junior golf season. Pate won the girls title by three shots.

The Warriors were in command from the start and the seniors had a solid night, as Quintillion Fields scored 12 points and Gillison and AJ Singleton added eight each, but juniors Keith Chisholm and Queashawn Fields ensured it was a special night for the upperclassmen. Chisholm scored 16 points and Queashawn Fields continued his strong play of late with 15, leading the Warriors to their fifth win in six games.

Academy, but the host Eagles had the upper hand in overtime to squeak out a 50-46 win. Sully Gay continued his stellar sophomore campaign with 16 points and eight rebounds to lead BA to its fifth straight win. Zeke Gonzalez collected eight points, six rebounds, and five steals, and Braydon Dineen added seven points, five boards, and four steals for BA. The Eagles breezed to another region win at home Friday, hammering Colleton Prep 79-21 after scoring the game’s first 17 points. Braydon Dineen scored 25 points on 11of-15 shooting and racked up 10 steals in just 14 minutes to lead a balanced effort from BA. Sully Gay added 15 points, five rebounds, and four steals, while Timmy Horgan had 13 points, six rebounds, and four steals. BA freshman big man Amarion Wilson played only 11 minutes but still managed a double-double with 10 points and 12 boards.

BA let a nine-point advantage slip away in the fourth quarter of a 55-54 loss at Thomas Heyward on Monday and lost at Hilton Head Prep on Tuesday, but they still locked up the top 2A seed from the region. BA took charge in the third quarter and opened up a 45-36 advantage going to the final eight minutes, but the Rebels clawed back within one with a minute left. The teams exchanged baskets before eighth-grader Tony O’Banner took a feed from Brandon Howard and converted the layup to give THA the lead with 14 seconds left. BA’s Braydon Dineen had a look from 3-point range in the waning seconds, but it was off the mark and the Rebels secured the rebound. Dineen scored 19 points, Sully Gay added 12, and Zeke Gonzalez had 10 for BA, which suffered its first region loss to a SCISA 2A opponent.

tories, beating Colleton Prep and Thomas Heyward. The Eagles were no match for HHCA, which used its size in the paint to control the boards as Abby Peduzzi racked up 28 points on 10for-18 shooting and ripped down 20 rebounds. Mikayla Washington led BA with 17 points and nine rebounds, and Tahleea Heyward added seven points. The Eagles got back in the win column with a 76-43 home victory over Colleton Prep on Friday. Kamirah Freeman led four Eagles in double digits

with a career-high 25 points, while Heyward added 15, Washington had 13, and Mary Hanna Hiers contributed 10. BA made it two in a row with a 57-39 win at Thomas Heyward on Monday. The Eagles got off to a quick start, leading 17-6 after one quarter and pushing it to 33-17 by halftime. The Rebels dug in and kept it within 12 going to the fourth but couldn’t keep pace in the final period. Heyward scored 19 points to lead the way for BA, while Hiers added 10, Washington had nine, and Freeman contributed eight.

one off the lead after 18 holes and birdieing the last to end a wild ride Sunday with a 77. Hilton Head’s Jeep Patrick and Tag Graziano tied for ninth at 11-over 154. Sanchez held a six-shot lead after a sterling 75 on Sat-

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Eagles suffer first region loss, tied atop standings

Beaufort High maintained its undefeated perch atop the Region 7-4A standings with a convincing 73-52 win at Lucy Beckham on Tuesday, but Hilton Head High knocked the Eagles off their pedestal on Friday. The Eagles showcased their improving depth with nine players finding the scoring column against the Bengals, but it was a familiar name at the top of the box score as James Dennison racked up 27 points, 12 rebounds, and six steals in his 12th double-double in 14 games this season. Michael Dennison added nine points and 12 boards, and Beaufort’s backcourt continued its stellar play, as Jake Alvarez scored 12 points and Anderson Jones added seven points and nine assists. With its standout intensi-

ty and hustle, though, Hilton Head High locked down The Firm of Dennison, Dennison and Odom and handed Beaufort High its first Region 7-4A defeat. Karyce Campbell and Jo’Corey Walters scored 14 points each, and the Seahawks pulled away with a dominant fourth quarter to soar past the visiting Eagles 57-44 and notch their fourth straight victory. Alvarez scored 10 points to lead the Eagles, and Michael Dennison added nine. The Seahawk defense was outstanding against James Dennison and Odom, holding the seniors to just eight points each.

Warriors nail down No. 2 seed in 1A playoffs

Whale Branch won three of four games over the past week to lock down the No. 2 seed from Region 7-1A in the

Class 1A playoffs. The Warriors pulled out another hardfought win at home Tuesday, edging St. John’s 39-36. The Warriors were without four key players and relied on the offense of junior Quaeshawn Fields, who scored 17 points to lead his squad to a third straight victory. Dorian Alston had 10 points, and Quintillan Fields added eight. Whale Branch ran into a red-hot Baptist Hill team on the road Friday and suffered a 64-37 loss to the Bobcats, who remain unbeaten in region play. Jashaun Gillison and Kevin Jenkins each scored 11 points for the Warriors. The Warriors picked up another region win at home Saturday, beating Charleston Math & Science 46-38, as AJ Singleton led the way for the Warriors with 19 points, and Queashawn Fields added 10, and they added another win Monday with a 65-42 victory over Military Magnet on Senior Night.

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Warriors’ streak hits 9 before Eagles end it

Whale Branch racked up four region wins last week before the Warriors’ nine-game winning streak was snapped with a 48-26 loss to top-ranked Military Magnet on Monday. The Warriors started the busy week by routing visiting St. John’s 65-18 on Tuesday. Kynew Barnwell scored 20 of her game-high 24 points in the first half, including 14 in the second quarter, as the Warriors built a 32-8 halftime

lead. Heaven Grant splashed five 3-pointers en route to a career-high 21 points for Whale Branch, and Erin Rivers added eight points. A night later, Whale Branch clobbered Baptist Hill 56-14 at home as the Warriors displayed their most balanced scoring effort of the season. Barnwell led the way with 18 points, Rivers added 10, Grant scored nine, and Jalaila Jenkins chipped in eight. The Warriors rolled past the Bobcats again Friday on the road, winning 59-12 behind 29 points from Barnwell.

Rivers added 11, and Zhane Shuler had 10. Whale Branch capped off a 4-0 week with a 58-33 home win over Charleston Math & Science on Saturday, as Barnwell scored 21 points, Grant added 11, and Rivers had eight. The streak ended Monday, as the top-ranked Eagles made a statement, opening with a 14-0 run in the first quarter and leading 22-6 at halftime before the Warriors found their rhythm on offense. Whale Branch pulled back within 11 going to the fourth quarter, but they

BA clinches top seed in SCISA 2A region

Beaufort Academy won two of its three games last week, then clinched the SCISA Region 4-2A title by virtue of John Paul II’s loss to Hilton Head Christian Academy on Tuesday. HHCA had its chances to close out a signature road win a week earlier at Beaufort

couldn’t close the gap as the Eagles pulled away. Rivers scored 10 points to lead Whale Branch, while Layla Love and Kiana Smashum added five each. Military Magnet did a terrific job on Barnwell, holding her scoreless until her lone bucket in the fourth quarter.

BA solidifies hold on 2nd in region

Beaufort Academy bounced back from a loss to powerhouse Hilton Head Christian Academy on Tuesday to pick up two region vic-

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FAITH LIVING ON PURPOSE

When praying for rain, don’t forget your raincoat

e’ve heard the old saying that life is not a bed of roses for as long as we can remember. I understand what it’s trying to convey, but I’ve also thought it would not be all that great to lie down on a bed of sharp thorns. Nevertheless, the point is that life will have its ups and downs and most of us will experience our share of hard times. Whether it’s a financial worry, a medical situation, relationship problems, or being concerned for the condition of the world; life is a daily challenge. However, amid all that is going on, we have the opportunity to know God who is an endless source of love, authority, and hope. We can choose to embrace the encouraging truth that He cares about our problems and to believe that He has the answers and the power

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to give us the victory no matter how dark the night or how tall our mountain. “And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work” II Corinthians 9:8. Yes, there are seasons and potholes in the road, but these trials can help us learn about faith and patience, however, God never intended for a crisis to keep us incarcerated in the bondage of spiritual defeat. Despite being surrounded by nega-

tive forces, we can receive divine grace through Christ to abide in His presence where there is an abundance of joy, security, and peace. In John 10:10-11 Christ declares, “The thief comes only to steal, and to kill, and to destroy: but I (Jesus) have come that you might have life and that you might have it more abundantly. I am the good shepherd: the good shepherd gives his life for the sheep.” Whatever the situation, God has promised that He wants to save and protect you and bring you through your trials stronger and more confident than ever. The thoughts of God supplying our needs are wonderful and true spiritual realities, but there is also a very important component in receiving His abundant blessings and that is our responsibility to believe. If

we do not have faith, it’s not only impossible to please Him but highly unlikely that His miracles can be activated into our life. In Jeremiah chapter 29, we see in verse 11 that we are always on His mind and He has planned very good things for us to enjoy. But continuing in the context, the next two verses mention for us to take the initiative to call upon Him, pray, and seek His presence with all of our heart which of course includes the element of trust and assurance. Knowledge that He can help us must be transformed into a personal revelation that He will. I recall a story about a small farming community that had been experiencing a terrible drought. The crops were dying in the fields and everyone was worried and anxious because this is how they made their living.

The pastor of the local church called a special prayer service for all the people of the town to gather in front of the church and spend some time agreeing in faith that God would send some rain. Many people arrived and you could sense the seriousness among the crowd. As the pastor was getting ready to begin the meeting, he saw a young girl standing quietly in the front. His eyes were drawn to her bright yellow raincoat and her face was beaming with excitement. She was holding a large umbrella and as he wished he had brought one himself, seeing how she believed suddenly gave him a surge of hope and confidence. The little girl’s childlike innocence warmed his heart as he realized how much faith she possessed. Though

the town had come together to pray for rain, there was not an anticipation of getting wet, and he wondered if they really believed a miracle was going to happen. A life without a positive and hopeful expectation of God’s goodness, reveals the miserable pessimist who abides in the shadows of fear, negativity, and sadness. The kingdom of darkness along with our default human nature is constantly telling us it’s impossible, it’s risky, it’s hopeless, but faith believes that nothing is too difficult for God and all things are possible with Him. Every person is sent an invitation to place their trust in God, but sadly many choose to embrace doubt instead.

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Undeniably, your choice of sausage matters A lmost no food draws cross-table glances as consistently as a bite of great sausage, and nothing defines the phrase comfort food more accurately. A couple years ago, I was talking to a friend about his Lowcountry Boil recipe when he said, “I just use Hillshire.” Stunned, I wondered, is the best shrimp in the world truly best paired with a Hillshire? After exhaustive research, my family, friends, and I can assure you that the answer is a resounding “NO.” There are many out-

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standing choices here in the Lowcountry that flat out make those calories worth it and elevate your results. These are products made by companies that take great pride in what they do. That said, there is not one sausage for every under-

taking. I encourage you to check out some of our favorites and recommendations for the next time you choose to indulge. Sausage is vital in a Lowcountry Boil and it has a job to do. It perfumes the potatoes and brings a salty lushness to the water that pulls it all together. Our current favorite is Georgia Boy by D.L. Lee and Sons out of Alma, Ga. It is a fine grind with a natural casing that has a flavor and texture that is hard to beat. Available almost everywhere, it will get as many compliments from your

guests as our local shrimp will. Grilled sausage is clutch for a backyard barbecue. Nettles Country Smoked Sausage from Lake City, Fla., is the real deal. Cook it slow on the grill and your patience will be rewarded. Serve with your favorite barbecue sauce, and they are as good as anything you will taste at the best barbecue joints in the country. (Note: Nettles is also my go-to for a Pilau (Perlo) that I make with chicken and baby collards. Dice it up. It is perfect.) Ogeechee Meat Market

in Savannah makes fresh sausages in-house, and their Vidalia onion sausage is a knockout. You can see the juices boiling through the skin on your grill. Again, cook it slow, pour yourself a drink and relax. Eat it with your favorite mustard. Boom. As for major players, Johnsonville’s Original Brats and Italian sausages are legit. These are also uncooked sausages, and it makes a big difference. Their seasoning is flawless and store brands just do not compare. Also, my neighbor uses Jimmy Dean Original to

pull together a baked St. Paul’s rice that will have you drooling and daydreaming days later. Sausage is southern institution and a timeless guilty pleasure. It is pure satisfaction and we deserve it. I hope to inspire you to experiment and to savor every bite along the way. Send me a note and share your favorites. Trust me, I’ll try them.

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Culinary Institute of The South’s café and bistro now open

From staff reports Diners and foodies take note: The Bistro and Clist Café are now open at the Culinary Institute of the South. The Clist Café is named for Liz and Todd Clist, longtime supporters of the Technical College of the Lowcountry. It offers a variety of “grab-andgo” items for sale including breads, pastries, soups, salads, sandwiches and wraps along with coffee and tea. For those who prefer a fine dining experience, The Bistro offers a gourmet, three-course meal. Recent dishes include shrimp and grits, herb-crusted pork tenderloin with wild rice, and steak with pommes frites. Both the café and bistro recently opened on the first floor of the school, at 1 Venture Drive, in Bluffton’s Buckwalter Place, following the culinary institute’s grand opening and community cel-

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The Clist Café ebration in November. Meals and drinks at both eateries are prepared and served by students enrolled in the

school’s culinary, baking and hospitality programs. “Both spaces provide real-world experiences for our

students who are learning how to cook, bake, manage a business and interact with customers,” Dean of The Culinary Institute of the South Chef Miles Huff said in a release. “We’re excited that the community can now dine with us and share in this experience.”

The Clist Café is open for walk-in patrons from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday through Friday, and offers plenty of outdoor seating. Visit www. tcl.edu/cafe for the latest updates. The Bistro is currently open for lunch on Wednesdays and Thursdays through

February by reservation only. The cost is $25 per person and includes a three-course meal and drinks. For reservations call (843) 305-8575. The menu and hours of operation change throughout the year. Visit www.tcl.edu/bistro for the most up-to-date information.

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Your chemical romance: Five tips for intelligent flirting

alentine’s Day is a time when we routinely think about dating and romance. The dating world can be difficult to navigate, especially during this highly anticipated holiday. Perhaps you are moving beyond digital conversation to real life interaction. Or possibly you already have an established in-person connection with a mutual interest with the goal of advancing your relationship. How exactly do you develop chemistry in a relationship? Heating things up for successful dating chemistry boils down to one important trait: intelligent flirting. 1. Seek a quasi-dangerous date This type of date may sound unsafe; however, it is controlled. Examples are skydiving, snowtubing, rock

nervousness. The adrenaline rush experienced during a quasi-dangerous date stimulates the release of dopamine, which is closely related to attraction.

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climbing, or watching a scary movie. Quasi-dangerous activities activate stress hormones such as cortisol and epinephrine in the body. An increase in stress hormones also increases the brain chemical dopamine, a neurotransmitter known as the feel-good hormone. Dopamine plays a key role in the process of creating attraction. An increase in dopamine leads to an increase in attraction. Choose an activity that you find interesting, increases your heart rate, and causes some

2. Develop conversational muscles Comparable with a physical work out at the gym, conversational muscles are equally important to develop. Think of your conversation as a tennis match. Take turns speaking, back and forth, back and forth. Monopolizing the conversation by doing all the talking can sound self-centered and boastful. Too many questions can create a fine line between being inquisitive and being intrusive. Minimal conversation or avoiding conversation altogether portray awkwardness and disinterest. Keep the flow, listen, and enjoy

the banter. Ask open-ended rather than yes or no questions. Instead of “Do you eat Italian food?” ask, “Tell me about the types of cuisine you enjoy.” Open-ended questions illicit broader responses, provide the opportunity to learn more about each other, and build trust. Communication is essential in a relationship.

3. Generate positive vibes We are wired that if we aren’t exhibiting a positive vibe, people assume we are negative. Negativity is our default setting. Most people are wired to observe negative signals. Take a deep breath, relax, and use your energy to think about something that makes you feel good inside. Your energy radiates and influences people around you. Developing a positive atti-

tude will help you receive positivity in return.

4. Create an approachable you There is a successful recipe for an approachable you. The three key ingredients are: 1) keep a relaxed and open posture; 2) maintain eye contact; and 3) don’t forget to smile. By the way, smiling increases dopamine which, in turn, increases attraction. Also, the chemical serotonin is released soon after meeting someone that we find attractive. Consequently, serotonin, a happy neurotransmitter, has a huge impact on our feelings throughout the initial stages of a relationship. Pair serotonin with dopamine and you’ve got a powerful potion which can be so influential that people believe they are experiencing love at first sight.

5. Follow a simple quote Be yourself because everyone else is already taken, as Oscar Wilde said. If we were all wired the same, life wouldn’t be as fascinating and unpredictable as it is. Intelligent flirting isn’t about being someone you aren’t, it is about understanding your strengths and accentuating them. Express the best of whom you are. Remember to be yourself. Communicate effectively and clearly. Intelligent flirting is being the best you can be, feeling good about yourself, and contributing to a successful relationship. Alice Holland, PhD, NP-C, CSE is a national certified family nurse practitioner and national certified sex educator. She is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Nursing and Health Professions at the University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB).

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Black History month should bring reflection

our months after the Civil War ended, a man named Jourdan Anderson responded to a letter from the person who had been his master when Anderson was enslaved in eastern Tennessee. The war had brought Anderson’s freedom, and he had relocated his family to Ohio. It was there that Anderson's former master located him and wrote, asking him to return and work, this time for pay, and promising better treatment. Anderson’s response, below, beautifully portrays the potential of those who had been enslaved as well as all that freedom meant to them. Of course, nowhere in America are people more aware of this history — enslavement, war, freedom, and what Reconstruction did and did not achieve — than right here in Beaufort County, home of the Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, the Penn Center, and numerous sites of schools, churches, and other gathering spots of those who were creating new lives after the Civil War. Yet, with Black History Month upon us, these come up again as matters worthy of thoughtful reflection.

Dayton, Ohio, August 7, 1865 To My Old Master, Colonel P.H. Anderson,

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Big Spring, Tennessee Sir: I got your letter and was glad to find you had not forgotten Jourdan, and that you wanted me to come back and live with you again, promising to do better for me than anybody else can. I have often felt unease about you. I thought the Yankees would have hung you long before this for harboring Rebs they found at your house. I suppose they never heard about your going to Col. Martin’s to kill the Union soldier that was left by his company in their stable. Although you shot at me twice before I left you, I did not want to hear of your being hurt, and am glad you are still living. I would do me good to go back to the dear old home again and see Miss Mary and Miss Martha and Allen, Esther, Green, and Lee. Give my love to them all, and tell them I hope we will meet in the better world, if not in this. I would have gone back to see you all when I was working in the Nashville hospital,

but one of the neighbors told me Henry intended to shoot me if he ever got a chance. I want to know particularly what the good chance is you propose to give me. I am doing tolerably well here; I get $25 a month, with victuals and clothing; have a comfortable home for Mandy (the folks here call her Mrs. Anderson), and the children, Milly, Jane and Grundy, go to school and are learning well; the teacher says Grundy has a head for a preacher. They go to Sunday-School, and Mandy and me attend church regularly. We are kindly treated; sometimes we overhear others saying, “Them colored people were slaves” down in Tennessee. The children feel hurt when they hear such remarks, but I tell them it was no disgrace in Tennessee to belong to Col. Anderson. Many darkies would have been proud, as I used to was, to call you master. Now, if you will write and say what wages you will give me, I will be better able to decide whether it would be to my advantage to move back again. As to my freedom, which you say I can have, there is nothing to be gained on that score, as I got my free-papers in 1864 from the Provost-Marshal-General of the Department at Nashville. Mandy says she would

If you fail to pay us for faithful labors in the past we can have little faith in your promises in the future. We trust the good Maker has opened your eyes to the wrongs which you and your fathers have done to me and my fathers, in making us toil for you for generations without recompense.” be afraid to go back without some proof that you are sincerely disposed to treat us justly and kindly—and we have concluded to test your sincerity by asking you to send us our wages for the time we served you. This will make us forget and forgive old scores, and rely on your justice and friendship in the future. I served you faithfully for thirty-two years and Mandy twenty years. At $25 a month for me, and $2 a week for Mandy, our earnings would amount to $11,680. Add to this the interest for the time our wages has been kept back and deduct what you paid

for our clothing and three doctor’s visits to me, and pull a tooth for Mandy, and the balance will show what we are in justice entitled to. Please send the money by Adams Express, in care of V. Winters, esq, Dayton, Ohio. If you fail to pay us for faithful labors in the past we can have little faith in your promises in the future. We trust the good Maker has opened your eyes to the wrongs which you and your fathers have done to me and my fathers, in making us toil for you for generations without recompense. Here I draw my wages every Saturday night, but in Tennessee

there was never any pay day for the negroes any more than for the horses and cows. Surely there will be a day of reckoning for those who defraud the laborer of his hire. In answering this letter please state if there would be any safety for my Milly and Jane, who are now grown up and both good-looking girls. You know how it was with poor Matilda and Catherine. I would rather stay here and starve and die if it comes to that then have my girls brought to shame by the violence and wickedness of their young masters. You will also please state if there has been any schools opened for the colored children in your neighborhood, the great desire of my life now is to give my children an education, and have them form virtuous habits. P.S.—Say howdy to George Carter, and thank him for taking the pistol from you when you were shooting at me. From your old servant, Jourdan Anderson Donald R. Wright is a Distinguished Teaching Professor of History, Emeritus, at SUNY-Cortland. In 2005-06 he held the Mark Clark Chair of History at The Citadel. He is author of books on African, AfricanAmerican, and Atlantic histories. Don and his wife Doris live in Beaufort.

Lazy arguments stymie diversity efforts

read an article recently that sums up this moment in our nation's history even if you never get past its headline: “When you’re accustomed to privilege, equality feels like oppression.” Author Susan Colantuano didn’t originate the expression, but she deploys it in responding to a pledge made by a group of corporations to diversify their leadership ranks by including more women. The companies set a deadline of 2030, but Colantuano expected a backlash would arise much sooner. “(Critics) inevitably raise ‘concerns’ about or objections to these initiatives that sound something like this: “‘Why not just appoint the best person for the job?’ “‘It should always be about getting “the best person for the job.” …’ “‘We don't want to threaten/alienate/upset/exclude

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the men.’” “At the bottom of all of these comments,” she writes, “lies a discomfort based on the belief that the workplace is a zero-sum game. In other words, if women are advancing, men aren't. Or if some women are advancing, other women aren’t. But the truth is that when women aren't in the equation, everyone suffers.” Those “concerns” sound familiar to anyone following the reactions to President Biden’s pledge to put a Black woman on the Supreme Court.

Missouri Sen. Josh Hawley said Republicans won’t let any nominee sail through without a “thorough” vetting. He told CNN, “I think it sends the wrong signal to say that, ‘Well if a person is of a certain ethnic background, that we don’t care what their record is, we don't care what their substantive beliefs are.’ That would be extraordinary.” Who said no one cared about the candidates’ credentials? Certainly not Biden. Before he specified his preference for a Black woman, he detailed his requirements of suitable judicial experience. Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, who is accurate less often than a broken clock, called the president’s promise “offensive,” telling his podcast audience, “Black women are, what, 6 percent of the U.S. population? (The president is) saying to 94 percent of Americans: ‘I don’t give a damn about you. You are

ineligible.’” On Fox News’ website, host Tucker Carlson followed the same line of thought, writing the choice of a Black woman could — and perhaps should — be considered a slap in the face to potential qualified candidates from other minority groups, such as Pacific Island descent or transgender. “Identity politics always ends with tribal warfare,” Carlson wrote, conveniently overlooking the fact that he, as a straight White conservative male, belongs to the “tribe” that benefits most when the others are quarreling. But divide and conquer is a time-tested approach, so why should we expect anything less? Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell cautioned, “The president must not outsource this important decision to the radical left.”

Never mind that the ultra-conservative Federalist Society literally made a list of judicial nominees used by Republican leaders to stock the nation’s judicial system with right-wingers expected to roll back decades of advances in civil liberties. Six of the current Supreme Court’s roster are current or former members of the group. Small wonder the high court has chosen to let Texas’ anti-choice bounty system stay in place while taking on challenges to Roe v. Wade, gun control, affirmative action and freedom of the press. But McConnell knows you can never go broke selling the GOP base on anything Democrats do as being “radical.” Whomever President Biden finally nominates will carry a tremendous burden. The first Black or first woman in any position is always

highly scrutinized, open to second-guessing by even the least qualified critics. The first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court? I can’t even imagine. I trust she understands that burden and will serve in a way that more than validates her selection. In fact, I am certain of it. We should be so lucky the zero-sum mentality exists solely in the workplace, but it doesn’t. It permeates all areas of our society and is being exploited to convince many of us our country is coming apart at the seams. Making the highest court of the land more representative of its people is a way to reinforce those seams, not weaken them. Terry E. Manning lives and works in Savannah, Ga. He is a Clemson graduate and worked for 20 years as a journalist. He can be reached at teemanning@gmail.com.

Lectures by McCardell, Rowland, Wise a gift to Beaufort

t is Saturday. It’s 34 degrees, but I’ve got a working fireplace. This hearth, fueled by logs recently harvested from our tornado-ravaged yard, warms me and our tastefully furnished living room. This morning I’ve also got a cup of Eight O’clock coffee that is slowly lifting me into consciousness — a consciousness centered on John McCardell, Larry Rowland, Steven Wise and their lectures at USCB’s Center for the Performing Arts. Thursday night John McCardell focused on 1831. In 1831 someone invited a preacher named Baker to lead a revival at Beaufort’s Baptist Church and at St. Helena’s Episcopal Church. For reasons that remain obscure this event brought out every resident in Town. In fact, several otherwise successful and asymptomatic lawyers would turn-in their law licenses and enter the seminary. Three attendees

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would later become bishops and one of them would build a huge church in Shanghai. It is unfortunate that we have lost the words spoken by Baker — his photograph presents a particularly unattractive face. But his words were as consequential as any words spoken in Beaufort before or since. In that very same year, according to McCardell, other consequential words were being written by John C. Calhoun. His “Letter from Fort Hill” made the argument that the Federal Government was a creation of the individual states. Implicit in that collective act was the right to

withdraw if one was annoyed with the direction of the new country. In that particular year the Southern states were in the business of raising cotton and tobacco. The Northern states were mostly into manufacturing. And into this economic divide came tariffs on imported, manufactured items like nails, hatchets, plows and textiles. McCardell says the South didn’t like these tariffs because it bought most of its manufactured merchandise from Britain. And even if southerners were able to buy American-made plows, planters believed they were more expensive than they should have been if there were no tariffs. The South wanted to end tariffs, the North wanted them to continue, and this led the South to say, “End the tariffs or we’re out of here …” Although the tariff debate ended with a compromise, the argument between the North

and South moved inexorably to slavery. As cotton farming moved West, and as the United States acquired new territory in the West, the argument over slavery moved on to Kansas and Missouri. And something else — I think — was happening. While these debates were under way, the English were cleaning the Scots out of Scotland. For centuries the Scots had resisted English colonization and beginning in 17th century the King began to relocate these unhappy, troublesome folk to Northern Ireland. The Scots hated the King, the Church of England and didn’t like government however small or benign. They started leaving Ireland for the American colonies well before the Revolutionary War. The Scots-Irish usually landed in Pennsylvania, but then took a left turn and went South to Virginia, North Carolina, South Caro-

lina and Tennessee. Some of them remained in the Blue Ridge Mountains living as far away from authority as possible. They were natural-born loners, loved their firearms and identified with the Presbyterian Church. James Webb, in his book “Born Fighting,” describes these folks in detail. He tells us where they lived, what they ate and what kind of fiddle music they played on their porches. And throughout “Born Fighting” he writes about their impact on the American South. Importantly, these new immigrants quickly bought into John Calhoun’s notion that any state could leave the Union when that particular state wanted out of the Union. The Scots-Irish liked to fight, they were good with firearms, and their large induction into the Confederate Army was not unusual or inconsequential. They fought tenaciously — many motivat-

ed by the notion of “States Rights.” This is not to say that issue of slavery was a minor or incidental point of disagreement. The abolition of slavery was an issue almost as soon as the ink was dry on the first, signature compromise in the Constitution. That compromise — to allow the importation of slaves for another 20 years — kicked the can down the road until 1831. McCardell, Rowland and Wise have given Beaufort a gift — maybe not as impactful as Baker’s 1831 revival — but a look into our past when many locals had speaking parts on a national stage. Each knows how to make stunning, little-known connections between local men (and a few women) and events that transfigured our young nation. Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com. FEBRUARY 10–16, 2022

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Are you missing out on a surviving spouse or unmarried child’s VA pension?

ccording to the VA Survivors Pension Benefit Fact Sheet, Survivors Pension, which was formerly referred to as Death Pension, is a tax-free benefit payable to a low-income, un-remarried surviving spouse or unmarried child(ren) of a deceased Veteran with wartime service. The VA website at www.va.gov states, “A VA Survivors Pension offers monthly payments to qualified surviving spouses and unmarried dependent children of wartime veterans who meet certain income and net worth limits set by Congress.” A surviving spouse or unmarried child of a deceased veteran with wartime service can find out if they qualify and how to apply by reading the information at https:// www.va.gov/pension/survivors-pension/ and the VA Survivors Pension Fact sheet at https://bit.ly/3oBnGNs. Surviving spouses and unmarried children can get the latest information about VA in-person services, claim exams, extensions, decision reviews, appeals, and how to contact the VA during this pandemic by reading the information at https://bit. ly/3JeEnWU. Your local S.C. County Veterans Service Office can also help with this information.

Spouse Eligibility Requirement 1 Surviving spouses may be eligible for a Death Pension (VA Survivors Pension) if he or she has not remarried after the veteran’s death, if the deceased veteran did not receive a dishonorable discharge, and if the veteran’s service meets at least one of the following requirements. • The veteran entered active duty on or before Sept. 7, 1980, and served at least 90 days on active military service, with at least 1 day during a covered wartime period or • The veteran entered active duty after Sept. 7, 1980, and served at least 24 months or the full pe-

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riod for which he or she was called or ordered to active duty (there are some exceptions), with at least 1 day during a covered wartime period or • The veteran was an officer and the Veteran was an officer and started on active duty after Oct. 16, 1981, and hadn’t previously served on active duty for at least 24 months. Spouse Eligibility Requirement 2 Additionally, to be eligible for VA Survivors Pension the spouse’s yearly family income and net worth must meet certain limits set by Congress. The spouse’s net worth is defined as, “the value of everything the spouse owns, except for the spouse’s house, car, and most home furnishings, minus any debt the spouse owes. Child Eligibility The deceased wartime veteran’s child may be eligible for VA Survivors Pension if the veteran’s unmarried child is under the age of 18 or under age 23 and attending a VA approved school, or is unable to care for himself or herself due to a disability that happened before age 18. VA Wartime Periods Recognized Under current law, the VA recognize the following wartime periods to decide eligibility for VA Survivors Pension Benefit. • Mexican Border period (May 9, 1916, to April 5, 1917, for Veterans who served in Mexico, on its borders, or in adjacent waters) • World War I (April 6, 1917, to Nov. 11, 1918)

• World War II (Dec. 7, 1941, to Dec. 31, 1946) • Korean Conflict (June 27, 1950, to Jan. 31, 1955) • Vietnam War era (Nov. 1, 1955, to May 7, 1975, for Veterans who served in the Republic of Vietnam during that period. August 5, 1964, to May 7, 1975, for Veterans who served outside of the Republic of Vietnam.) • Gulf War (Aug. 2, 1990, through a future date to be set by law or presidential proclamation)

How to apply for VA Survivors Pension Benefit A surviving spouse or unmarried child of a deceased wartime veteran can apply for a VA Survivors Pension in any of the following ways. • Use a Trained Professional. With the help of a trained professional, the spouse of child can work with a trained professional, called an accredited representative, to get help applying for VA survivors pension benefits. You can find a nationwide list of and the contact information for accredited representatives and Veterans Service Officers (VSOs) at https://bit.ly/3uBWCl2. Accredited representatives and VSOs must pass an exam, pass a background check, and take continuing education courses to make sure they are providing the most up to date information to veterans and their families. Recognized organizations like the VFW, American Legion, DAV, AMVETs, etc. and individuals can legally represent a veteran, service member, dependent, or survivor before the VA. Non-recognized organizations and individuals can provide information, but can not be representatives. By the way, Veterans Service Officers work for either a Veterans Service Organization (AMVETs, VVA, DAV,

etc.) or for the local (county) government Veterans Service Office. Both Veteran Service Officers and Veteran Service Organizations are called VSOs. • Apply Online. Use the direct upload tool through Access VA to upload your (spouse or child) application form online at https://bit. ly/3LjBHZP. • Apply by mail. Fill out an Application for DIC, Death Pension, and/ or Accrued Benefits (VA Form 21P-534EZ). Applicants can download the form at https:// bit.ly/3JgOpGH. The official title of this form is “NOTICE TO SURVIVOR OF EVIDENCE NECESSARY TO SUBSTANTIATE A CLAIM FOR DEPENDENCY AND INDEMNITY COMPENSATION, SURVIVORS PENSION, AND/OR ACCRUED BENEFITS.” Mail your completed application to Department of Veterans Affairs, Pension Intake Center, P.O. Box 5365, Janesville, Wis. 53547-5365. • Apply In person. Bring your application to a VA regional office near you. You can find your nearest VBA regional office at https://www.va.gov/ find-locations/?facilityType=benefits. The nearest VA Regional Office Headquarters to the coastal S.C. counties is the Columbia Regional Office, located at 6437 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, S.C. 2920. The Columbia VBA Regional Office website is found at https://www.benefits. va.gov/Columbia/. The Columbia office phone number is 803-647-2488 and the email address is VetAsst.VBACMS@ va.gov. If you call, make sure you give or leave your name, contact information, and the best time of day for contact between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m.. A VA representative will call

EDITOR’S NOTE Larry Dandridge is not an employee of The Island News and his opinions are his alone. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of these articles, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed by the author or The Island News for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein. These columns are not meant to replace carefully reading the Federal Veterans’ benefits information at www.va.gov and other locations or the State of S.C. Veterans benefit information at https://scdva.sc.gov. Anyone seeking advice on veterans’ benefits are advised to seek the advice and assistance of a Veterans Service (Assistance) Officer or another certified Veterans Advisor.

or email you back within 24 hours to assist. You can also request a "Virtual Face-toFace" meeting with a VA representative by sending an email to VetAsst.VBACMS@ va.gov and providing the same information. If you need to call the VA outside of regular hours, spouses and dependent children may also apply for benefits online through va.gov, emailing the VA or calling the VA National Call Center at 1-800-8271000. Regional VBA Satellite Offices Regional offices also have satellite offices. Here are VBA satellite offices in the footprint of The Island News newspaper. • Savannah, Ga. Veteran Center is 39.1 miles from Beaufort. It is located at the Savannah Vet Center, 321 Commercial Drive, Savannah, Ga. 31406. Phone number 912-961-5800. This office has limited services and hours of operation. • Charleston, S.C. Vet Center is 47.7 miles from Beaufort. It is located at 3625 West Montague Avenue, North Charleston, S.C. 29418. Phone number is 843-789-7000. Intent to File Form Spouse and child survivors of deceased veterans may want to submit an Intent To File A Claim Form, VA Form 21-0966, before they apply for VA Survivors Pension benefits. Filling this form give the survivor the time they need to gather

their evidence, while avoiding a later potential start date (also called an effective date). When spouses or dependent children notify the VBA of their intent to file, they may be able to get retroactive payments (payments that start at a point in the past). Go to https://bit. ly/34rQDo6 to see how to file an Intent to File form. As I always do, I recommend that you use your county Veterans Service Office and Officer to help you determine what your benefits are and help you file your claims. You can find a list of all S.C. County Veterans Service Officers and Offices at https://bit.ly/3HOPkx. The Beaufort County Veterans Service Office is located at 100 Clear Water Way, Beaufort, S.C. 29906, The phone no. is 843-2556880 and the FAX is 843255-9445. The office is open Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., by appointment only. The website is https:// www.beaufortcountysc.gov/ veterans-affairs/index.html Please share this article with veterans and veterans’ family members that you know. Larry Dandridge is a retired Lt. Col. In the U.S. Army. He is a Vietnam War era wounded warrior, a combat and 100 percent disabled veteran, a former Infantryman, former Warrant Officer and pilot. Dandridge is also a past Veterans Service Officer, and a current volunteer Patient Adviser, CEO Advisory Council Member, and Patient and Family Advisory Committee Member at the RHJ VA Medical Center, as well as a published author and freelance writer. He can be reached at LDandridge@earthlink.net.

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In compliance with federal regulations governing the administration of the Older Americans Act of 1965 (as amended), Lowcountry Council of Governments intends to procure Nutrition Program Services: Group Dining Service; Group Dining Transportation; Home Delivered Meals Service for FY 2022, for the delivery of services to senior citizens. The Purchase of Older Americans Act Nutrition Program Services will be applied to Lowcountry Council of Governments Nutrition Program Providers in Beaufort County, of South Carolina. All organizations, including small business, minority owned, women owned, and firms located in labor surplus areas, with the capability of and interest in delivering these services are encouraged to visit the solicitations page on Lowcountry Council of Governments website at https://www.lowcountrycog.org/solicitations/index.php to obtain the necessary documents. Request for Proposal (RFP) documents will be available January 25, 2022 - February 15, 2022. Responses to the RFP will be due by 2:00pm on February 15, 2022 with Bid opening on January 25, 2022 at 12:00am. A pre-proposal conference will be held at Lowcountry Council of Governments, 634 Campground Rd., Yemassee, SC 29945 on February 8, 2022 at 1:00pm. RSVP is required by February 1, 2022 at 2:00pm to Lscotland@lowcountrycog.org . Any questions concerning this solicitation should be written and addressed (via mail, fax, or email) to: Lowcountry Council of Governments Letisha N. Scotland, Area Agency on Aging Director P.O. Box 98, Yemassee, SC 29945 634 Campground Rd. Fax (843) 726-5165 email: lscotland@lowcountrycog.org LCOG does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability or familial status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its federally funded programs or activities; Special accommodations may be requested 48 hours in advance of public meetings by calling (843) 473-3990. If you would like to file a discrimination complaint, you may also call (843) 473-3990. Este material escrito está disponible en formatos accesibles y otros idiomas a petición.

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Seeking God

“I Can’t Hear You!” Hearing God in a Noisy World

Have you ever been in a noisy restaurant? You are with a friend, trying to have a good conversation and catch up with one another. But with all of the other voices coming from nearby tables, and the music playing over the speakers, it is almost impossible to hear your friend’s voice and understand what he or she is saying. This is what our daily lives are like. We are always surrounded by noise of some sort. Many of us never experience true silence from the time we step out of bed to the time we climb back in. We are always hearing voices competing for our attention, often literally on television and on the radio, but also through texts, alerts on our phone, and other distractions.

The noisiest things are usually the least important. We are given breathless updates about changes to a celebrity’s diet, the latest sports drama, or the most recent political intrigue. We are constantly urged to focus time and energy on things which won’t matter a year or even a week from now. When you think about it, isn’t it rather exhausting? And does it ever bring us the peace that we seek? God is speaking to us, but we can’t hear him. He is like the friend in the restaurant, sitting at the table with you. He wants to share with you from his heart; he wants to help you get to know him. But with so many voices and distractions, his voice is drowned out. His voice is a quiet voice, a voice that is heard in the silence of our hearts. Silence allows us to hear God. In silence, we come to understand ourselves in a deeper way. We receive new clarity on the events happening in our lives. We can start to think about the big questions in life, such as “Who am I?” and “Why am I here?” And in this quiet reflection, we allow ourselves an opportunity to meet God and to be guided by him. Why not make room for some silence in your day? There are many ways to build some quiet time into the day. You could enjoy a quiet cup of coffee before leaving for work, thinking about the day ahead of you. You could turn off the radio on the way to work, or take a walk on your lunch break with your phone turned off. As little as ten or fifteen minutes of silence can help give peace and clarity to your entire day!

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