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Flu season peaking By Amy Rigard
According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), more than 17,000 cases of influenza have been reported in South Carolina so far this flu season, which begins in October. The season, which typically begins in October, seems to be peaking throughout much of the country, with widespread activity reported in nearly every state and territory, according to the Centers for Disease VIRTUAL Control and VISITS Prevention. Find out more The CDC’s about Beaufort weekly reMemorial's BMH porting Care Anywhere service. PAGE A6 has shown a steady increase in the number of reported flu cases in the past few weeks throughout much of the country. And South Carolina is no exception. For the week ending January 6, 2018, the number of flu-related reported hospitalizations in South Carolina increased by more than 87 percent compared to the previous week, according to DHEC. DHEC reports that during South Carolina’s current flu season, there have been 830 influenza-associated hospitalizations and 15 influenza-associated deaths reported. Dr. Kurt Gambla, Beaufort Memorial Hospital Chief Medical Officer, said that while the prevalence of the flu nationally is projected to track twice the normal rate, Beaufort Memorial Hospital is on par with last year’s flu season with about 65 cases per week. He noted that the season does seem to be coming close to peak, and the hospital has experienced an increase in the number of respiratory infections overall.
Ceremony marks year anniversary of Reconstruction Era National Monument
Myra Parker, center left, of the Beaufort Mass Choir, leads the dancing while the choir sings during the one-year anniversary celebration of the creation of the Reconstruction Era National Monument on Friday, Jan. 12, at The Arsenal on Craven Street. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford (R-SC) describes his childhood woking on his family’s packing shed on St. Helena Island near Penn Center. Sanford was the keynote speaker during the ceremony marking the creation of the Reconstruction Era National Monument, which is part of the National Park Service, and is comprised of four sites: Darrah Hall and Brick Baptist Church on St. Helena Island; Camp Saxton at Fort Fredrick in Port Royal; and the old firehouse in downtown Beaufort.
Artist Sonja Griffin Evans, left, describes some of the finer points of her painting after its unveiling to honor the park’s anniversary. Evans calls her piece “Mine Eyes have seen the Glory of the Coming of the Lord.” The Reconstruction Era monument is dedicated to commemorating the period from 1861 - 1900 when nearly 4 million African Americans, newly freed from bondage, sought to integrate into a free society and the educational, economic and political life of the country.
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A Beaufort tragedy remembered 16 years later By Sally Mahan
Sixteen years ago this month, two Beaufort County Sheriff ’s deputies responded to a 911 call in Burton. It was the last call the two would answer. Lance Cpl. Dana Tate, 44, and Cpl. Dyke “A.J.” Coursen, 35, were shot to death by Tyree Roberts, on Jan. 8, 2002. Coursen had been with the Beaufort County Sheriff 's Department for one year. He left behind his wife, D.J., son, and stepdaughter. Tate was a U.S. Navy veteran and had been with the department for over four years. He also left behind a family, including his wife, Marie. Meanwhile, the defendant, who now goes by the name Abdiyyah ben Alkebulanyahh,
continues to sit on death row at Kirkland Correctional Institute in Columbia, having recently filed another appeal, according to the SC Attorney General’s Office. On the fateful day, a 911 came in at about 4 p.m. saying a woman and her child were being held against their will by the woman’s boyfriend. According to various court records, Roberts lived in a trailer at 21 Riley Road owned by Brenda Smith. Another woman, Kimberly Blake, with whom Roberts had an infant daughter, was also staying there. Blake wanted the police to help her leave because Roberts had hit her. When the deputies arrived, Roberts hid in a bedroom closet with his semi-automatic rifle.
Left: Lance Cpl. Dana Tate Right: Cpl. Dyke “A.J.” Coursen
Blake left the room and the trailer’s owner, Smith, gave the deputies permission to search the bedroom. Then there was a hail of gunshots. Blake ran outside and down the road, and
Roberts was not far behind. Holding his gun, he told Blake, “I just killed those two white bitches and I’m going to say it was self-defense.” When backup officers responded to the scene, they found Coursen and Tate dead. Coursen had suffered six gunshot wounds; Tate had seven. However, Tate was able to wound Roberts before he died. A short time later, Roberts was found hiding in the mud under a bridge with a shoulder and hip wound. At the time, he had a black fanny pack which held a cell phone, a knife and ammunition for an M-14 assault rifle. They then found a rifle magazine and an SKS assault rifle in the area in which Roberts had ran. SEE TRAGEDY, PAGE A6 We are. Accreditation
FIGHTING FIRES Burton Fire District responds to three house fires in single weekend; officials stress importance of smoke dectectors. PAGE A3
HONORING MLK Beaufort honors Martin Luther King Jr. with annual parade through downtown. PAGE B1
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PUBLIC SAFETY Burton Fire responds to Sheriff 's Office investigates CERT classes to be multiple vehicle accidents woman’s shooting death offered in February The Burton Fire District responded to its 9th motor vehicle accident since Jan. 4 on Monday, Jan. 8; fortunately, the driver escaped uninjured. Burton firefighters responded to a reported motor vehicle accident at the intersection of Goethe Hill Road and Castle Rock Road just after 9 .a.m. on Monday. Firefighters arrived on scene to find a single vehicle accident involving a Ford Explorer which had rolled onto its side. The male driver was able to get out of the vehicle on his own and was uninjured. Traffic on Goethe Hill Road was delayed for approximately 30 minutes while emergency crews assisted the driver and removed roadway hazards. A2
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Burton battles three house fires in one weekend
The Burton Fire District responded to its second house fire in less than 12 hours on Saturday, Jan. 6, which again displaced a family. Just past 8 a.m. on Jan. 6, Burton and MCAS Beaufort Fire Department responded to a report of a house fire on Kato Lane in Burton. Firefighters arrived on scene and reported smoke and flames coming from a double wide mobile home. Firefighters were able to extinguish the flames in less than 20 minutes but were hampered on scene due to icy condition and water supply in the area. No injuries were reported. Burton FAST Team responded and assisted firefighters with hot drinks and food. The Beaufort/Port Royal Fire Department also assisted at the fire.
Burton Fire Department was unable to save this home on Kato Lane from a house fire.
Four adults and two children lived at the home and were displaced due to the heavy fire damages. There were no smoke detectors in the home. The resident was alerted to the fire when he saw flames burning up a curtain and was able to get everyone out safely. Red Cross was called to assist
the family. The cause of the fire is under investigation. This was the second destructive house fire in 12 hours for Burton firefighters. Just past 10:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 5, Burton and Beaufort/Port Royal firefighters extinguished a house fire on Winsor Road in Shell Point. Two adults
were displaced in that fire as well. “Unfortunately the common theme here is no working smoke detectors,” stated Burton Fire Lieutenant Daniel Byrne. “Luckily everyone was awake when the fire broke out, were able to escape, and we avoided a real tragedy.” The Burton Fire District and the Beaufort/Port Royal Fire Department responded to a third house fire that weekend; however, due to the quick actions of the homeowner and an available fire extinguisher, this time there was no family displacement. Just before 11 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. 7, Burton and Beaufort/Port Royal firefighters responded to a reported house fire on Mink Point Blvd. Firefighters arrived on scene and report-
ed no visible smoke or flames from the exterior of the home, but when they entered the home, they found the home filled with a smoky haze. Firefighters located the source of the haze in a rear bedroom where minor scorching of the wall and a burned lampshade were found. The resident stated she found the lampshade burning and put the fire out using a home fire extinguisher. Burton fire officials stress the importance of smoke detectors and fire extinguishers in every home, and offer free education and training on both. Residents wishing to schedule a presentation for their group, fire extinguisher training, smoke detectors, or a home fire safety survey, may do so by emailing safetyed@burtonfd.org.
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Is there a link between the health of my teeth and my heart? By Dr. Stephen Durham
You probably already know that your oral health plays a big role in your overall health. However, like many people, you may not be aware of the link between poor oral hygiene and heart disease. One reason is that people with moderate to advanced gum disease have a much higher risk of developing a heart problem than Dr. Stephen someone whose gums are Durham entirely healthy. This is a problem in itself, but it is even more worrisome that most people with gum disease do not even realize that they have it. According to the American Dental Association, this number is as high as 80 percent. Your oral health provide clues about your heart health It might seem hard to believe, but the condition of your teeth and gums can tell both your doctor and dentist that you are at risk of heart disease and other serious health problems. It does make sense, though, once you understand the connection. Every person's mouth contains germs and bacteria that spreads from there to the bloodstream and to other parts of the body. Once these germs and bacteria reach your heart, they can attach themselves to any area already
damaged and produce inflammation. The Mayo Clinic states that inflammation of the heart can lead to a condition called endocarditis, which means an infection has developed in the heart's inner lining. According to the American Heart Association, other possible diseases linked to oral bacteria include stroke and clogged arteries, formally known as atherosclerosis. Patients who may be at risk Men and women who already have advanced periodontal disease or chronic conditions of the gums like gingivitis have the highest risk of later developing heart disease. This is especially true when they do not receive a prompt diagnosis for these dental health conditions. Even without one of these oral health conditions, practicing poor oral hygiene increases your risk because plaque accumulates in your mouth and can travel to your bloodsteam. This can cause elevated C-reactive protein, a well-known marker for blood vessel inflammation. Warning signs of gum disease Not only can you possibly reverse gum disease when caught early, it can also dramatically reduce your risk of heart disease and other complications. Please contact my office for a prompt evaluation if you notice any of these symptoms: • Some of your teeth feel loose and you have no explanation for it;
Nurse Practitioner joins BM Surgical Specialists
Beaufort Memorial Surgical Specialists has added a new board-certified nurse practitioner to its medical staff. Andrea Hall will be assisting board-certified general surgeons Drs. Perry Burrus, Deanna Mansker, Tim Pearce and Stephen Sisco in the operating room and clinic. Andrea Hall A recent graduate of South University, Hall earned her Master of Science in Nursing with a specialization in Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She completed her studies while working as a registered nurse in Beaufort Memorial’s OR. During her tenure at BMH, she has served as the da Vinci Robotic Program coordinator and as unit based council chair on Beaufort Memorial’s Nurse Advisory Board. In her new position at Beaufort Memorial Surgical Specialists, Hall will be evaluating patients before and after surgery, as well as patients referred to the practice from the Emergency Department and hospital floors. Beaufort Memorial Surgical Specialists is a multiprovider practice offering breast, general, laparoscopic and vascular surgery. Offices are located in both Beaufort and Bluffton. To make an appointment, call 843-524-8171.
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Your gums appear red and/or swollen; • You feel pain when you touch your gums; • You have chronic bad breath, despite regular toothbrushing and use of mouthwash; • You notice blood on your toothbrush or in the sink after spitting when you brush your teeth; • Your gums look like they are pulling away from your teeth; • You notice signs of infection around your teeth and gums, such as leaking of pus. Prevent Gum Disease to Prevent Heart Disease It is much easier to prevent this problem than to treat it. That starts with brushing and flossing at least twice a day and scheduling preventive care exams twice a year. Your mouth, heart, and entire body will thank you for these efforts. A recipient of the 2012 Mastership Award from the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD), Dr. Stephen Durham is a graduate of Clemson University and the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine. Dr. Durham practices at Durham Dental at Town Center in Beaufort. For more information, visit www.DrStephenDurham. com or call 843-379-5400.
Sarah Dyson named BMH Foundation chairperson Sarah M. Dyson, a longtime member of porter of the hospital the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation since moving to Beaufort Board of Trustees, has been named chairman in 1996. She has offered of the nonprofit organization. her Lady’s Island home for One of its longest-serving members, Dyson a number of Foundation first joined the board in 2005 and went on to events, including the annual complete nine years of service before stepping Celebration of Giving, and down in 2014 at the end of her third term. A Sarah M. Dyson hosted student musicians year later she was invited to rejoin the board. performing in the annual During her tenure, she has served as secretary Duke Symphony Orchestra fundraising conand vice chairman of the board and on its in- cert. She also has hosted a half-dozen Valenvestment and trustees committees. tine Ball dinner parties — one of them at the “Sarah understands the benefits a commu- last minute to fill in for a host who became ill. nity hospital provides to residents and how “I was an Army wife,” Dyson quipped. “I the Foundation plays a critical role in helping learned to be prepared for anything.” the hospital meet its funding needs to offer Always civically active in the communities the finest healthcare possible,” said Associate where she has lived, Dyson has devoted most Vice President and Chief Development Offi- of her energies in recent years to helping the cer Debbie Schuchmann. “She has a vision for YMCA of Beaufort County, Friends of the the Foundation and is committed to achieving Beaufort County Library and the Beaufort that vision.” Memorial Hospital Foundation. Dyson has been a donor and staunch sup“I became interested in Beaufort Memorial
after seeing the care my in-laws received at the hospital over the years,” she said. “That’s what people remember — the person who took an extra two minutes to make them feel they’re not just a number.” Dyson will serve two years as chairman, tak-
ing the post vacated by Hugh Gouldthorpe. “I have some tough acts to follow,” Dyson said. “But I’m very optimistic this community will continue to rally behind our hospital. Whether you give $5 or $5 million, we welcome the support.”
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Setting personal and family wealth goals There’s a Finnish quote, “Happiness is the place between too little and too much.” In our culture that’s so driven by having more, no matter what we already have, this can be a smart and helpful bit of advice. For families just starting to plan their financial priorities, budgeting can be a balancing act: paying bills, saving wisely in the event of emergencies, and investing in anticipation of children's college tuition or your own retirement. The desire for more “stuff ” actually can contribute to a financial bind for families. In many cases, a lack of financial priorities leads to overspending, leaving too little money to cover expenses and savings. As a result, many individuals have little choice but to continue working into their retirement years. For many Americans, however, retirement will span decades — and that key thought should be near the forefront of your planning efforts. Start by planning your journey. Everyone should avoid the temptation to plow ahead with no plan, possibly because they think they don’t earn enough to save or because poor decisions have left their finances in such turmoil that they don’t want others, including family members, to know. You should never be embarrassed about what you make or the situation you are in. It might surprise people to know how many others are in situations similar to theirs. The worst thing you can do is nothing. Seeking help from a trusted financial advisor can help build your confidence, and most important, show you that you’re not alone on your financial journey. Set goals, ask the right questions, and find someone to help you. Setting goals is critical to your financial
wellbeing, and it starts with introspection and questions. For example, would you love to work into old age or do you want to retire early? Would you like to start a second career or own a business? Whitney How will you financially McDaniel provide for your children’s college education? Is your dream house a near or distant possibility? At the heart of having an investment plan for your future is figuring out exactly what you want to achieve. In determining your investment goals, there are several questions that can help you and your financial advisor develop an appropriate investment plan. • First, how long can you invest your money? • Second, how comfortable are you with up and down movements in the value of your investments? • Third, how much ready cash do you need to meet unexpected emergencies or expenses? Once you’ve answered those questions, you and your financial advisor can begin to weigh the three primary investment goals – growth, income, and stability or protection of principal – to determine how to select specific investments that are appropriate for your investment plan. Move saving up your priority list. Typically when we budget, we budget all of the required obligations that we have — mortgages, car loans, utilities — and then we budget our discretionary spending. And whatever is left over, if anything, is what we save. Re-order your list (and priorities): Pay required household bills and then budget your savings, moving nonessentials to the bottom of the list.
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Smart planning starts with a simple principle: Pay yourself first. Save systematically to take advantage of the potential for compound growth. As a hypothetical example, Sally, age 23, invests $5,500 a year for 10 years in a Traditional IRA. At age 65, her investment will be worth $363,418, based on a hypothetical, consistent return of 5%. By contrast, David starts funding his Traditional IRA at age 40, putting in a total of $143,000 over 26 years until he's 65. Using that same assumed return, his investment will be worth $295,180 — about $68,000 less than Sally has in her account even though she invested $88,000 less. A small amount can be huge here, even if you are saving $10 a week or $50 a month or $200 a month. Doing so may be more reliable than hoping for an inheritance from your par-
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The Beaufort City Council approved at its January 9 meeting the sale of 3 acres of property in Commerce Park, Beaufort to DSI Properties, LLC. Stephen Murray, City Councilor and chairman of the Beaufort County Economic Development Corporation, stated, “Economic development and the creation of new well-paying jobs is one of our key goals as a city and I have been delighted to have had the opportunity to work with the Posners and I am confident that the code name that we gave them of “Catalyst” will be factual and will lead to other new companies joining us in Commerce Park and I thank them for their future investment and confidence in our city.” Dust Solutions, Inc.’s has made the decision to expand and build its new production facility in Beaufort’s Commerce Park. A manufacturer of environmental technology, Dust Solutions, Inc. (DSI) works with industrial clients around the world to resolve fugitive dust challenges in complex and critical work environments. They will bring to the Commerce Park a new 1215,000 square foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility and will employ 20 plus employees. Headed by President Richard Posner and Vie President Aura Posner, the new Beaufort facility will house corporate, engineering and production functions along with sales offices located in Vancouver, Washington; Santiago, Chile; and Manila, Philippines. Aura Posner said, “When evaluating DSI’s location strategy, our team assessed several factors including availability of infrastructure, access to well-established and growing transportation corridors for our international business, and importantly, active participation by state and local government and infrastructure partners to support our mission and growth. The city of Beaufort’s commitment to supporting manufacturing businesses such as DSI was integral in our decision making process.” Beaufort City Manager Bill Prokop stated that the city, the County Economic Development Corporation, the county, and the State Commerce Department were all very helpful in putting this together and the goal is to continue to work with them and the Southern Carolina Alliance to attract other new businesses to the Commerce Park. JANUARY 18 - 24, 2018
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Beaufort Memorial launches BMH Care Anywhere virtual visits If you’re looking for a faster, easier way to see a doctor this cold and flu season Beaufort Memorial has launched BMH Care Anywhere, a new service that provides access to online video visits whenever and wherever you need them. Video visits can be held anytime
on a smartphone or tablet using the BMH Care Anywhere app, or a computer equipped with a camera and internet service. It’s simple to use, private and secure. Enrollment is free and the cost per visit is $59. “We are excited to be able to offer this service to our community,
particularly during such a critical cold and flu season,” said BMH President and CEO Russell Baxley, MHA. “The ability to initiate a virtual visit from home or work on your own schedule, based on your needs, means faster care and more convenience. At the end of the day
that’s what is best for patients, and that’s our mission as the community’s healthcare provider.” Virtual visits are ideal for non-emergencies and minor illnesses like colds and flu, sore throat, allergies, rashes, pink eye and other infections. Services are
provided by both board-certified BMH doctors and physician assistants, and an online care group of providers. To learn more about the service or to enroll visit www.bmhcareanywhere.org or download the BMH Care Anywhere app.
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from page A1 It’s that increase in respiratory infections that prompted the hospital to impose visitor restrictions effective January 5. According to a press release issued by the hospital, adults experiencing flu-like symptoms are encouraged not to visit patients in the hospital for the immediate future. The hospital is now restricting visitors under 18 and asking the community to limit hospital visits to one visit per patient as a precaution to help prevent further spread of the flu and other viruses. Different strains of the flu circulate each year. According to the CDC, more than 80 percent of this year’s flu cases involve the H3N2 strain. This A virus subtype H3N2 is particularly virulent, according to Gambla. H3N2 has traditionally hit people harder than other seasonal flu strains and can be especially worrisome among vulnerable populations such as the elderly and children. Complicating matters this season is that the flu vaccine isn’t completely effective against this particular strain. Gambla noted that formulating the flu vaccine each year is somewhat of an inexact science akin to forecasting the weather since it’s difficult to predict which flu strains will be present each year. Gambla noted that one of the best ways to prevent the flu is to get the flu vaccine. He noted several myths or misperceptions that are common regarding the vaccine. “The number one myth is that the flu vaccine can cause the flu,” said Gambla. “That’s not true. It’s a dead virus, so it cannot cause the flu.” Some other myths Gambla said are not true are that people don’t need to get the vaccine every year, that it’s not safe for pregnant women, that the side effects are worse than the actual flu, and that it’s too late in the season to get the vaccine. Flu season typically extends through March but can sometimes last until May, so Gambla said there is still time to get and benefit from the flu vaccine. Populations most at risk for getting the flu include anyone who isn’t vaccinated, children under 5, and adults older than 65. In addition, anyone with chronic illnesses such as asthma, emphysema, heart disease, or diabetes could be at increased risk. Gambla emphasized that anyone, even healthy people with no other apparent risk factors, can get the flu and can even die from the flu. He noted, however, that many fatalities related to the
Beaufort Memorial Nurse Practioner Ronda O'Connell with patient. Photo courtesy of BMH.
Is It a Cold or the Flu? Different viruses cause the common cold and the flu – both respiratory illnesses. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), because the two have similar symptoms, it can sometimes be difficult for patients to know which they have based on the symptoms alone. Special tests can be done within the first few days of illness to determine whether an individual has the flu. According to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), flu symptoms may include: • Sudden onset of fever • Chills • Cough • Headache or muscle aches • Tiredness • Sore throat • Nasal congestion or stuffiness • Some people may experience vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults Cold symptoms are similar but are generally milder than flu symptoms and typically don’t last as long. According to DHEC, the time from exposure to the flu virus and infection to when symptoms begin is about one to four days, with an average of about two days. flu are actually caused by pneumonia, which the flu can evolve into. Flu symptoms, which can include fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, muscle aches, and fatigue are similar
Tragedy from page A1
Roberts was charged with capital murder. At his 2003 trial, he represented himself, but two lawyers were there to assist him. While the jury was deliberating, Roberts told the judge that if the jury returned a guilty verdict, he would not participate at the sentencing. He also said he would be unruly and would have to be restrained. After 13 days of testimony, the jury took one hour to convict Roberts of two counts of murder. The judge decided that the best way to proceed during sentencing was with Roberts in the courtroom. Roberts told the judge that the lawyers were not representing him in any way, but ultimately decided they could remain as stand-by counsel to object to the introduction of improper evidence. A6
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Preventing the Flu
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Patients experiencing signs of the following should seek immediate care from the emergency department: • Difficulty breathing • Chest or abdomen pain • Dizziness • Confusion • Severe vomiting Those caring for sick children need to watch closely for the same symptoms. In addition, parents and caregivers should also bring their child to the emergency room if they have the following symptoms: • Bluish skin • Not waking or interacting • A fever with a rash
to cold symptoms. Gambla said that people with the flu often get a lot sicker a lot faster, and flu symptoms can last longer than symptoms associated with the common cold. Any-
one who feels they are getting progressively sicker, has a high fever that won’t go away, has difficulty breathing, or develops a productive cough should seek medical treatment.
At the sentencing, as soon as the first dia reports, before the senwitness was sworn in, Roberts stood up tencing he said, “I regret and and began to chant, “Blessed be Yahweh, El have a lot of sorrow for what Shaddai, Jehova, God Almighty, the God of has taken place in my home. Abraham, Isaac, Ishmael, Jacob and Jesus.” There is nothing I can do to He was told by the court to be seated, bring back their lives.” and when he continued chanting, he was reAddressing the families, moved. He was then brought back into the Tyree Roberts Roberts said, “I did not hate courtroom and once again began chanting your husbands. I did not when a witness began to testify. hate authority. I hate the situation that led them The jury was removed, and Roberts was to my home. It was bogus. It was false and I'm placed in a conference room at the back of the sorry to the wives and to the children. Especially courtroom that had a glass partition to allow to the children.” him to hear and see the proceedings. He was The families said at the time that Roberts initially restrained, but the restraints were did not seem remorseful despite the apology. removed before the jury was returned to the The jury was then charged with recomcourtroom. mending a sentence. After 45 minutes of deThroughout sentencing, the judge offered to liberations, the eight women and four men allow Roberts to come back into the courtroom recommended death. if he could do so without being disruptive; howRoberts, who had a record of two armed ever, Roberts said he would rather remain in the robberies and other crimes before the murback room. He only returned to make a closing ders, has based his appeals on several issues, statement to the jury. According to various me- including one appeal in 2006 that argued that
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the court erred in refusing Roberts’ request to be completely absent from sentencing. The appeals court turned down that argument. Roberts, who is now 55, recently filed an appeal stating that he had “ineffective counsel,” according Robert Kittle, spokesperson for the SC Attorney General’s Office. “It’s just part of going through the appeals process,” said Kittle. That appeal is pending. During his time on death row, Roberts has lost various privileges for prison violations. In 2009 and in 2010 he “threatened to inflict harm on an employee,” according to the SC Department of Corrections. Meanwhile, the families live with the knowledge that their loved ones were killed for doing their duty. At the sentencing phase of the trial, Tate’s wife, Marie, testified that on that day her husband “hugged me, kissed me and said, ‘See ya later.’ My husband told me his No. 1 job was to get back home to me.”
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Hello? Two counties are more costly than one By Bill Rauch
Announcing his intention to fill Rick Caporale’s vacated Beaufort County Council District 8 seat, a Bluffton resident said last week two of his top three priorities — should he be elected — would be “building a ’South of the Broad’ coalition on County Council,” and “fiscal conservatism.” Those campaign promises, when taken together, are of course either naive or demagogic because no government can go in both directions at once. Why? Because regional, racial or ethnic coalitions, while sometimes warranted, are always expensive. We have had real world experience with these phenomena in Beaufort County. Why are they expensive? Because they result in Us versus Them decision-making. And Us v. Them politics brings abruptly to an end government operating in a collegial way. In recent years the Beaufort County Council — notwithstanding a few discordant voices — has run the county on a collegial basis. Recently-departed County Administrator Gary Kubic, former County Council Chairman Weston Newton, present County Council Chairman Paul Sommerville and Vice Chairman Jerry W. Stewart, strong leaders all, have seen to that. But that could change. If it does, it will cost us. And, yes, we are more vulnerable than usual to sudden and ill-advised change because the County Council inexplicably can’t find in a timely fashion a way to put into place Kubic’s replacement. Should a South of the Broad Coalition gain traction, arguments like “The south pays more so the south should get more” will begin to permeate the public discussion. Moreover, kooky proposed initiatives — like “Once the school board finishes all those new Bluffton schools, the south should take their new infrastructure and run” — will begin to gain followers. Nevermind that the state legislature, which would have to pass the required legislation to split the district, is committed to getting school districts down to one per county. But the noises will be made, and bones will
be thrown in the effort to keep peace. Nevermind that about 60 percent of the more than $600 million dollars that have been raised over the past 20 years by countywide school, transBill Rauch portation and infrastructure bond measures and penny taxes have been spent in and around Bluffton. Nevermind that it was Charles Fraser’s remarkable vision and salesmanship, and the tax dollars that came from northern Beaufort County, that built in its early years the resort we call Hilton Head Island. Fiscal conservatism requires that the 11 members think and act as a group that respects one another and their mutual commitment to getting the county’s residents and its schoolchildren what they need with the fewest frills and the least fat. Doing this often means providing for different communities differently. One size rarely actually fits all. Just because one district needs a pool doesn’t mean the other ten do. So it takes some good will — some give and take, some collegiality — to get there. Most recent Beaufort County Councils have been up to that. They have operated collegially, and it has worked for them. It’s been 25 years now since County Council last faced a serious taxpayer revolt. When Mike Covert, who represents Bluffton’s District 7 on the County Council, ran successfully in 2016, he said, “There is no North or South. We are one county.” And as a council member he has commendably practiced what he then preached. When Fred Washington, Jr. was school district chairman, he sternly kept regional politics in check by imploring his colleagues to “Bridge the Broad.” Council Chairman Paul Sommerville, a fiscal conservative with common sense, says the same thing in different words. “We are one county. Period,” he likes to say. “Any effort to divide Beaufort County in any way will harm us all.” Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@ gmail.com.
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Honoring MLK Despite chilly temperatures in the 30s, an enthusiastic crowd came out to watch the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Parade on Monday, Jan. 15, as flags and banners honoring the fallen civil rights leader were carried.
Students experience “Wonder” By Amy Rigard
Some people rode on trailers, some rode in cars and trucks, and a few brave souls walked during Monday’s parade.
Above left: The Battery Creek High School Marching Band kept the parade lively. Above right: A man carries the American flag as the Martin Luther King Jr. parade turns from Carteret Street onto Bay Street. Photo by Bob Sofaly.
Books Sandwiched In 2018 Friends of the Beaufort Library have announced plans for the 2018 Books Sandwiched In program, which launches Monday, Jan. 22 with a look at the future of movies and concludes March 12 with a presentation by native Beaufortonian and best-selling author Valerie Sayers. The popular Books Sandwiched In program features eight book reviews every Monday from noon until 1 p.m. at the USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret Street, Beaufort. The event is free, with coffee and cookies provided. “This program is our gift to the community for their great support over the years. And we know that the way to book lovers’ hearts is by talking about books, “said Marilyn Harcharik, Friends of the Beaufort Library president. Connie Farrell Scuderi, co-chair of Books Sandwiched In (BSI), added: “Not only is BSI our gift to you but your support of our programs is a gift to the Beaufort Library and to the community as we continue and grow every year.” This year’s program includes: Jan. 22 – Do Movies Have a Future? by
David Denby, review by Ron and Rebecca Tucker, founders of the Beaufort International Film Festival Jan. 29 – Found Anew, edited by R. Mac Jones and Ray McManus, review by local author Susan Madison Feb. 5 – Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult, reviewed by Dr. Patrick Perryman of
First Presbyterian Church, Beaufort. Feb. 12 – Driving with the Devil, Southern Moonshine, Detroit Wheels and the Birth of NASCAR by Neal Thompson, reviewed by Ted Barber. Feb. 19 – The Bad-Ass Librarians of Timbuktu by Joshua Hammer, reviewed by Laurie McCall and Elijah Heywood, Jr. Feb. 26 – The Club Dumas by Arturo Perez-Reverte and The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon, reviewed by David and Lorrie Anderson, owners of Nevermore Books March 5 – Dead Wake by Erik Larson, reviewed by TCL History Professor Greg Mauriocourt March 12 – Who Do You Love by Valerie Sayers, presented by Ms. Sayers. The Friends of Beaufort Library is an all-volunteer group that supports the Beaufort, Lobeco and St. Helena libraries. Through memberships, fundraising and volunteers, the group funds all the programs, classes, books, equipment and other materials that the state and county budgets don’t cover. For more information, visit friendsofthebeaufortlibrary.com.
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A number of students in Mrs. Katherine Shillaber’s and Mrs. Kaitlyn Ricciuti’s fifth through eighth grade Resource classes at Whale Branch Middle School recently read “Wonder” by R.J. Palacio and then saw the movie based on the book. After the movie, the students listened to twin sisters Wesley and M.E. Sanders, who were born with a genetic cranial facial disorder, discuss the movie as well as what it has been like growing up in Beaufort with a craniofacial syndrome. “When I showed a few trailers about the movie, the students were shocked at the amount of bullying that went on,” said Ricciuti. “If anything, reading the book and taking them to the movies is a way to open their eyes about the differences in people and how bullying can hurt,” she said. She noted that Whale Branch Middle School has been focusing on preventing bullying and that this book has been an excellent teaching tool. In addition, a recent advisory period focused on social-emotional learning, which is why “Wonder” has hit home for the students on so many of the topics covered in this area. Shillaber, who bonded with Gwen Sanders over a mutual love of Clemson University, has known the Sanders family for four years. When speaking with Mrs. Sanders recently about the movie, Gwen suggested asking the girls to speak to the school students. So, Shillaber ran with the idea and planned the trip and subsequent discussion for the students. “The students’ reactions to the book were positive overall,” said Ricciuti. “Many of them could relate to the characters’ experiences throughout the book.” She said their classes have had plenty of discussions regarding bullying. “In the end, I do think having read the book gives them more pause when thinking about the words coming out of their mouths,” she said. “Many of the students identified one of the themes of the book as ‘be kind since you don’t know what others are going through.’” While at the theater, the teachers noticed a little bit of shock among the students when they first saw the main character, Auggie, who was born with Treacher Collins syndrome. But by the end of the movie, they were all cheering him on. After the movie, the students gathered at the school library to hear stories from the Sanders twins. “You could hear a pin drop as they relayed stories about their numerous surgeries, doctors, older brothers, and some of their travels for their surgeries,” said Ricciuti. They also told students about some of their physical limitations, such as fused elbows, which make simple tasks such as putting in earrings or pulling their hair up in a ponytail impossible. The sisters also shared that their older brothers felt somewhat left out when they were young because so much attention was paid to the girls due to their condition. The twins also told the students about their experience meeting and having their picture taken with actor Jacob Tremblay, who played Auggie in the movie. One of the fifth-grade students mentioned two quotes from the movie: “It’s not how you look on the outside, but how bright you are on the inside,” and “If you have to choose between being right and kind, choose kind.” Shillaber put those quotes on large posters and hung them in the hallway as everyday reminders for students at the school to be courteous to others. “The old standby is, ‘You can’t judge a book by its cover,’” said Shillaber. That’s a ‘wonder’ful lesson the students learned from the book, the movie, and their conversation with the Sanders twins.
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Puccini’s high drama “Tosca” coming to USCB By Alan Schuster
From the harsh opening chords to a panic-driven finale, Puccini’s “Tosca” is an opera unmatched for its continuous combination of powerful dramatics and impressive music. It has been referred to as the “essence of verismo,” a style of truth/realism which began to flourish near the end of the Romantic [post-Verdi] period (1830-1900). “Tosca” will be broadcast live through the Metropolitan Opera at the Beaufort Center for the Arts on Saturday, Jan. 27, at 1 p.m. There are three distinctive things about “Tosca.” First, there are three acts, but none of them have scenery changes or recitative breaks, so each act becomes a seamless flow of musical action. Second, there are only three principal singers – a hero, a heroine and a villain – who take up all but about eight minutes of the opera’s total ‘air time.’ And finally, when the final curtain drops, all three are dead, one murdered, one executed and one by suicide. Act I: Rome, June 1800: A republican fugitive, Angelotti, takes refuge in a church as an artist, Mario Cavaradossi, is painting a portrait of Mary Magdalene. A republican himself, Mario agrees to hide him. When the voice of a singer, Floria Tosca, is heard, Angelotti leaves before she arrives to meet
her lover, Mario. She expresses jealousy that the portrait looks like that of a rival woman, but she agrees to meet him after her evening performance. The church begins to fill for a celebration of a supposed victory over Napolean. Baron Scarpia, the royalist chief of police, arrives in search of Angelotti, and soon becomes suspicious of Cavaradossi as an accomplice. When Tosca returns, Scarpia suspects her involvement as well. He orders his men to follow her when she leaves, as voices fill the church with the singing of a victory Te Deum. Act II: Scarpia’s apartment: Outside sounds are heard, including a performance by Tosca. Mario has been arrested, but Angelotti remains free. Scarpia tortures Mario, but he doesn’t confess to Angelotti’s whereabouts. Then, Scarpia orders Tosca to appear, and shows her Mario’s tortured state. She gives up Angelotti’s location, after which word comes that Napolean has won the battle of Marengo, a defeat for royalism. Mario exclaims delight, angering Scarpia to condemn him to death. Now, he demands that Tosca yield herself to him in exchange for her lover’s life. She pretends to agree, but when he approaches her with a letter of safety for Mario, she stabs him to death, then departs with the letter, wrongfully assuming
‘Laugh out loud comedy’ coming to Port Royal Do you remember the Futrelle Sisters? Coastal Stage Productions presented their holiday show, “Christmas Belles.” Now that same quartet of comedy — Frankie, Twink, Honey Raye and Rhonda Lynn — is at it again in the production of “Southern Hospitality.” “Ever since the Super Smart-Mart and the rendering plant closed, folks have been leaving Fayro, Texas, in droves and the sisters’ beloved hometown is in danger of disappearing,” states a release describing the show. “It’s up to the gang to save it from extinction by pulling out all the stops, and Honey Raye, with a major assist from her former nemesis, Geneva Musgrave, quickly sets their preposterous plan into motion. Southern Hospitality is directed by Luke Cleveland. The cast includes Jayme Brinson, JT Chinn, Alex Clark, Bill Dalton, Robyn Erickson, Dave Falls, Pam Flasch, Christine Grefe, Susan Johnson, Margy Oehlert, Kay Owen and Debra Reier. The show opens Friday, Feb. 9, and will run weekends through Sunday, Feb. 18.
Showtimes are 8 p.m. for evening performances and 2 p.m. for Sunday matinees. Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain. Light refreshments will be available. Tickets are $22 and can be purchased online at www.coastalstageproductions. com or by calling the box office at 843717-2175. Seating is general admission and group rates are available. Performances will be held at The Shed at 809 N. Paris Ave., Port Royal.
it will set him free. Act III: The roof of a castle prison: Mario awaits his death sentence, giving in to despair. But when Tosca appears, they rejoice when she tells him that he will be free after a false execution is staged. As the execution squad arrives, she tells Mario to fake his death, then hides herself. The soldiers fire and depart. When Mario doesn’t move, she realizes that Scarpia has betrayed her. As soldiers rush in to arrest her, she leaps to her death. The Music Act I: Mario’s aria “Recondita armonia” (Strange harmony of contrasts...), is a remarkable tenor aria in which the artist claims Tosca as his inspiration. When Tosca enters, another exceptional moment begins with their duet, “Mia gelosa” ( Jealous darling…) about love overcoming jealousy. The act ends with Scarpia’s entrance, in which he confesses his evil intentions about Tosca as a growing processional theme fills the church. Act II: It’s an extraordinary setting as Scarpia dominates the action, first with orders to torture Mario, and then an intolerable build-up when Tosca arrives and pleads for his life. Their duet is one of the most powerful and impressive scenes in all of opera, accentuated by Tosca’s famous aria, “Vissi d’arte” (Love and music, I have lived
for….). Soon after, Scarpia approaches her with the bogus safety letter and declares: “Tosca, at last you are mine.” She replies: “It is thus that Tosca kisses”, as she is stabbing him to death. Act III: It’s another extraordinary aria, this one a farewell letter Mario is writing to Tosca as he awaits his execution: “E lucevan le stelle” (When the stars were shining…). Tosca arrives moments later, leading to an ecstatic duet, “Liberi!”, as they anticipate their freedom, unaware of loaded guns awaiting him. With the highest dramatic music surging from the orchestra, Mario falls dead, and Tosca leaps to her death as soldiers rush in to arrest her. A magnificent finale! The Cast Soprano Sonya Yoncheva makes her role debut as Tosca; tenor Vittorio Grigolo and baritone Bryn Terfel perform as Cavaradossi and Scarpia, respectively. Emmanuel Villaume conducts. Tickets are now available. All seats are general admission. Adults $20; OLLI members $18; Students $10. Order online at www.centerforthearts.com or by calling 843-521-4145. Box office opens at noon. The center is located at 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort SC.
An Evening of Jazz on Fripp Stephanie Nakasian is a jazzy name for one of the most celebrated Jazz singers in the world. Nakasian began developing her repertoire in the mid-80s when she toured with Jon Hendricks. Her concerts have captured the heart of audiences worldwide. She has recorded 30 full-length albums, and is known for her vocal training courses, speeches, workshops, and books such as "You Already Know How to Sing: Voice Lessons - Life Lessons.” Nakasian is accompanied by Robert Redd, a pianist whose membership in The Duke Ellington Orchestra is the latest link in a long chain of remarkable engagements. He has performed in major venues in the US and abroad, recently in Japan and Israel. On Sunday, January 28, at 5 p.m., Nakasian and Redd will perform in the Fripp Community Centre, 205 Tarpon Boulevard. Tickets at the door are $25 for adults (cash or check only), students free. Get a free pass at the Fripp gate. Attendees are invited to a complimentary reception after the performance. For more information, visit www.frippfriendsofmusic.com or call 843-838-1777.
Stephanie Nakasian. Photo by Bill Reckert.
Robert Redd. Photo by Michael G Stewart.
Local artists encouraged to enter show The Society of Bluffton Artists (SoBA) is reaching out to all local artists for a special call for entries for the 24th Annual Judged Show, which will take place from March 6-April 1 at the SoBA gallery, located in Old Town Bluffton. The opening reception and awards will be from 5-7 p.m. March 7, at the gallery. Artists are asked to fill out a registration form at the gallery or online at www.sobagallery. com/24th-annual-judged-show. The Judged
Show is open to the first 100 entries. The entry fee is $25 for SoBA members and $35 for nonmembers. Artwork should be delivered from 9-11 a.m. Monday, March 5, at the Center for Creative Arts, next door to the SoBA gallery on Church Street. No entries are accepted after 11 a.m. The Judged Show will include first, second and third place cash awards in acrylic, mixed media, oil, photography, watercolor
and 3D. Rules for entry and other information can be found on the SoBA website. Nationally acclaimed artist Linda St. Clair will judge the artwork. St. Clair’s paintings are Linda St. Clair exhibited and collected throughout the nation and worldwide. St. Clair will hold a three-day workshop
from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 6-8 at the Center for Creative Arts. St. Clair will give a 90-minute demonstration before students begin painting. Artists from all levels of experience are invited to participate. To register for the class, visit sobagallery. com/product/three-day-workshop-lindast-clair. Visit www.sobagallery.com for a complete calendar of events and other information or call 843-757-6586.
emotional journey of two very different men who become friends. With a truly hysterical book co-written by Mel Brooks and Thomas Meehan (Annie) and music and lyrics by Mr. Brooks, The Producers skewers Broadway traditions and takes no prisoners as it proudly proclaims itself an "equal opportunity offender!" Production dates for The Producers have been tentatively set for April 27–29 and May 5–6. Audition Date and Times: Wednesday, Jan. 24 from 6 to 7:30 PM Where: USCB Center for the Arts Callbacks: Thursday, Jan. 25 at 6 p.m. open also to anyone who couldn't make auditions on January 24 Actors ages 18 and older are encouraged to audition. Actors will need to prepare 1632 measures of a song of their choice. Ideally a song that matches the style of the show. Callbacks will be the dance auditions.
Frankie Valli Tribute Show coming Jan. 26
USCB CENTER FOR THE ARTS EVENTS Movie Night returns with The Final Year
USCB Center for the Arts will show The Final Year on Monday, January 22 at 7 p.m. The Final Year is a unique insiders' account of President Barack Obama's foreign policy team during their last year in office. Featuring unprecedented access inside the White House and State Department, The Final Year offers an uncompromising view of the inner workings of the Obama Administration as they prepare to leave power after eight years. This documentary is directed by Greg Barker. All seats are $7. Tickets available at the door.
Audition announced for The Producers
Everyone wants to be a Producer! Come sing and dance with us in Mel Brooks's hilarious musical comedy The Producers. Beaufort Theatre Company will be hosting auditions January 24 and 25. B2
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Bialystock and Bloom! Those names should strike terror and hysteria in anyone familiar with Mel Brooks' classic cult comedy film. Now as a Broadway musical, The Producers once again sets the standard for modern, outrageous, in-your-face humor. It is a truly "boffo" hit, winning a record 12 Tony Awards and wowing capacity crowds night after night. The plot is simple: a down-on-his-luck Broadway producer and his mild-mannered accountant come up with a scheme to produce the most notorious flop in history, thereby bilking their backers (all "little old ladies") out of millions of dollars. Only one thing goes awry: the show is a smash hit! The antics of Max Bialystock and Leo Bloom as they maneuver their way recklessly through finding a show (the gloriously offensive "Springtime for Hitler"), hiring a director, raising the money and finally going to prison for their misdeeds is a lesson in broad comic construction. At the core of the insanely funny adventure is a poignant
Let’s Hang On! A nationally touring show that has been playing to sold out audiences all over America for the past 6 years, from Las Vegas to New York will be onstage at USCB Center for the Arts. Don't miss the chance to see this electrifying show! For one night only, Friday January 26 at 730 PM. Ticket are Adult $35, Senior/Military $30 and Student $15. For more information or purchase ticket go online uscbcenterforthearts.com.
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Beaufort History Museum announces renovation New exhibition hall will open late spring
Beaufort History Museum, which is located on the upper level of The Arsenal on Craven Street, is undergoing a complete renovation of its principal exhibit hall. The museum displays the City of Beaufort’s collections, which tell the remarkable 500– year-old history of the Beaufort District. HW Exhibits, a Charleston-based exhibit design firm, has been retained to help write text, develop graphics, create a cohesive theme and fabricate interpretive exhibits based on the storylines, artifacts and photos that comprise the museum’s proprietary collection and support its mission of education.
Also on the museum’s “wish list” are plans for the exhibit hall to receive a fresh coat of paint and to undergo other repairs and improvements to the space. Although the renovation has been a topic of discussion and research for several years, work actually began this year on the first phase of the renovation, which will be completed by late spring 2018. The museum will remain open during the creative and implementation process but will close for a few weeks prior to completion to facilitate the exhibit installation. The renovation is overseen and directed by the museum’s Exhibits Committee,
which includes Larry Kookin and Anne Marie Reiley-Kay, Katherine Lang and Paul Keyserling, with support from Mary Lou Brewton, Linda Irving and Phil Cromer. Lawrence S. Rowland and Stephen R. Wise, co-authors of The History of Beaufort County, South Carolina and renowned authorities on Beaufort’s history, are the principal advisors. Koolkin said HW Exhibits was chosen after reviewing the company’s impressive portfolio of work on peer museums, including the Santa Elena History Center and the Parris Island Museum. The cost for the entire renovation is currently estimated to be $250,000. The first phase of the renovation,
which is already funded, will cost $100,000. Work on the second phase of the project will begin later this year and will be paid for with funds from the museum’s escrow account, Accommodations Tax grants and fundraising efforts. A capital campaign is currently underway. Beaufort History Museum has evolved to focus specifically on the history of the Beaufort District. It strives to manage and display artifacts and documents held by the City of Beaufort, telling the compelling stories of this area from the early 16th Century until modern times. The museum’s hours of operation are 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
AROUND TOWN Historic Beaufort Foundation holds dinner and a lecture
Journalist and storyteller David Lauderdale will discuss a historic turning point in the lives of 19th century Beaufortonians at Dinner & a Lecture at the Verdier House, sponsored by Historic Beaufort Foundation on Monday, January 22. Out of the Great Revival of 1831 came the founding of the Southern Baptist Convention and the distinctive African-American Christianity that is so much a part of modern America. “When We All Get to Heaven: Beaufort’s Great Revival” proselytized planters and slaves alike and infused nearly a whole generation of wealthy planters and professional men with religious fervor. The revival corresponded with a growing enthusiasm among many planters for religious instruction for their slaves and perhaps had its most profound influence on the fusion of traditional African religion and Christianity. Lauderdale is a senior editor and columnist at The Beaufort Gazette and The Island Packet and has been in the Packet newsroom for forty years in a number of capacities. He writes columns and editorials about Lowcountry life and has twice won the President’s Award for journalism excellence, the highest employee honor in McClatchy. A wine and hors d’oeuvre reception begins at 5:30; the program is 6 - 7 p.m. Admission for members is $15/$25 per member/couple. Non-member admission is $20/$30 per person/couple. Call 843-379-3331 to make reservations..
Groups release study on benefits of open spaces
The Trust for Public Land and The Beaufort County Open Land Trust cordially invite you to the economic benefits study release: "The Economic Benefits of Parks, Trails and Conserved Open Spaces in Beaufort County." Public Presentations will be held: • Monday, Jan. 22, 6 p.m. at Beaufort County Council, 100 Ribaut Road • Tuesday, Jan. 23, 5 p.m. at Beaufort City Council, 1911 Boundary Street.
The Aimar family accepted the award on behalf of Dr. Charles S. Aimar.
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Lifetime Achievement Awards On Saturday, January 6, 2018, the Foundation of Leadership Education hosted its inaugural Lowcountry Lifetime Achievement Awards dinner at Tabby Place in Beaufort. The elegant evening featured the honoring of 12 local citizens and their lifetime contributions to the Lowcountry. The honorees were joined by approximately 300 family, friends, and community supporters.
Following a cocktail hour and dinner, guests were treated to an awards presentation ceremony narrated by Beaufort’s own Rick Forschner and hosted by Charles Tumlin, President of the Foundation for Leadership Education, and board member Alice Beddingfield Moss. The ceremony was followed by dessert and mingling. Photos by Jasmina Kimova Photography & Delk Haigler Photography.
AAUW to host speaker Amy Brennan at meeting
The Beaufort Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) will host Amy Brennan, nonprofit consultant, speaking on the topic “Empowering Women in South Carolina.” The meeting will be held at the First Presbyterian Church, 1201 North Street, Beaufort, on Tuesday, January 23. A catered dinner prepared by Debbi Covington at 6 p.m. will begin the evening. The address by Ms. Brennan follows dinner. Reservations may be made by calling Peggy Scott at 843-838-1496. AAUW strives to create societal change through non-partisan advocacy on issues impacting women and girls.
Above: Anita Singleton accepted the award on behalf of her grandmother, Ms. Agnes C. Sherman. At left: The Penn Center accepted the award on the behalf of Ms. Laura M. Towne.
Sampling Delas Freres wines from southeastern France Well, the holidays are over. Some cold weather has come our way just to prove it really is winter. School is back and we’re ready to settle down into a calmer, quieter routine. This means we have time to learn about some new wines from southeastern France, specifically the Rhône region. We are going to look at “Côtes-du-Rhône” vs “Côtes-du-Ventoux.” Since 2009, all Côtes-du-Ventoux wines are labelled just “Ventoux,” which helps differentiate them. But there are more differences — like tastes and costs — that really matter. Côte-du-Rhône is an AC region in southeastern France. Basically, its vineyards are located along the banks, coasts, of the Rhône River that runs south from the bottom of the Burgundy region to the Mediterranean Sea. Most of the area’s wines are red, based on Syrah in the northern part of the region and Grenache in the southern part, and they are mostly blends. There are 22 varieties allowed for the appellation, although few wines are made with all 22. Still, there are wide ranges in the blends based on a winemaker’s style,
which grapes and quantities of each grape are available, and, of course, the soil in each vineyard. (Soils include, in varying combinations, red clay, limestone, sand, schist, granite pebbles.). If you think about Celia Strong how many styles of Chardonnay wines are available, with just one variety in them, imagine the multitude of Rhône styles. Ventoux AC, established in 1973 as Côtesdu-Ventoux, is named for Mont Ventoux. It is about 25 miles northeast of the city of Avignon and its vineyards are located on the western slopes of this mountain. Ventoux wines are also mostly red, made from many of the 22 Rhône approved varieties — Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, Cinsault and Carignan. Like Rhône wines, Ventoux also vary depending on the exact grapes used, exactly where they are grown and the winemaker. Generally, Ventoux wines are a bit lighter bodied than Rhônes and a bit more fruit
driven in their flavors. Because the Ventoux vines grow at a higher, cooler elevation, that gives the grapes a longer growing season. Recent investments and experiments in Ventoux grapes have made these wines more popular. Our two wines this week hail from Delas Freres, a winery that was founded 160 years ago and is located in the northern Rhône Valley. Today, Delas Freres is owned by the Champagne House of Louis Roederer. Delas Côtes-du-Rhône is made from approximately 60% Syrah and 40% Grenache. (Remember, Syrah is grown more in the north of this region.) The vineyard soil is mostly granite. A Mediterranean climate, harsh winds that are generated by air pressure differences between the northern part of the valley and the southern, heavy seasonal rains and abundant sunshine all do their part in making the wines. After harvest, the grapes are all de-stemmed. Maceration is done in closed containers and lasts about 15 days. Fermentation is temperature controlled, and the malolactic fermentation is done in stainless steel. Then the wine is aged for about eight
months before bottling. This wine is a dark plum-like color with aromas of black fruits with black licorice and violets. It has a fuller, rounder mouth-feel, thanks to the Syrah, and mild tannins. For $11.99. Delas Ventoux comes from limestone soil on Mont Ventoux. It is about 80% Grenache and 20% Syrah. The Grenache grapes are fermented in stainless steel vats. The Syrah grapes are sometimes de-stemmed, to allow the full fruit aroma powers of this variety to show. After the malolactic fermentation, the wines are blended and returned to stainless steel vats to age for about six months. This wine is ruby colored with garnet when it is younger. It shows lots of berry (raspberry, strawberry, cranberry) fruitiness and has a lighter body with a smooth texture. For $10.99. Both of these wines are available at Bill’s Liquor on Lady’s Island. Here’s to a new year filled with new wines! Enjoy. Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor & Fine Wines on Lady’s Island. JANUARY 18 - 24, 2018
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New leadership to usher in New Year at Bridges Prep Bridges Preparatory School moves into the New Year under the energetic leadership of Chris Wilson as Interim Head of School and Dr. Sherri Herbst, Interim Assistant Head of School. Wilson will continue his role as Upper School Principal, responsible for the high school grades and preparing Bridges Prep for a full high school curriculum. For the upcoming school year, Bridges will expand to 11th grade, and then provide 2020 graduates with high school diplomas.
Herbst, a 29-year veteran in education, will continue her duties leading curriculum and instruction at the school, and also will be the principal for the lower and middle school grades. Dr. Nick Ithomitis, who led the school mid-2016, tendered his resignation on Dec. 1, 2017 to accept and pursue another position. “We wish Dr. Ithomitis wonderful things ahead. He brought to us our program of international study and travel, which has opened the world to Bridges Prep, and he helped us
achieve so much,” said Dee Matthews, chair of the Bridges Prep Board of Directors. “We are also fortunate that Dr. I hired such good people for senior leadership roles,” she said. “We are able to move forward seamlessly into the second semester with Mr. Chris Wilson and Dr. Sherri Herbst. We have every confidence that they will continue to build upon the already strong academic program at Bridges Prep.” In May 2017, the S.C. Public Charter School District named Bridges Prep one of
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TEACHER'S AIDE PAIGE INGLIS
Paige Inglis brings to St. Peter's Catholic School a unique perspective as both former student and present day teacher's aide. Paige first came to St. Peter's in the fall of 2000 as a K-4 student. Her family were parishioners at St. Peter’s, and she followed her older brother and sister who had both attended St. Peter’s. She was a student at the school on Lady's Island until 2007. She was in the regular classroom with an aide and was able to excel in spelling, handwriting, and art, while maintaining her own level of math and reading. After St. Peter’s, she went
Paige Inglis of St. Peter's Catholic School
on to middle school and high school. It was during high school that a St. Peter’s teacher agreed to allow Paige to
come help in her classroom one day a week, as part of a program for special needs students to gain work experience. That experience turned into an opportunity for Paige to be employed at St. Peter’s following high school. She currently works at the school as a Classroom Aide four days per week, following a classroom schedule which has been created for her. She is busy in every classroom at least one time per week. Paige has had the experience of receiving a Catholic education, so going to Mass, saying the rosary, praying the daily prayers, and living the virtues of the faith are not strange to her.
The children ask her questions, and for Paige this is the highlight of her day. She is used to being the one who has had to ask the questions all her life. Now, she is in the unique and enviable position of being asked questions and typically, she can answer them. This gives the children a person to go to with questions and for Paige, she feels needed and valued. The gift of special needs children to a society should not be limited to the parents’ experience, but shared with the community. St. Peter’s Catholic School has taken that ideal and given life to it. And all reap the benefits.
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COLLEGE HONORS • Rome Jerome Wallace of Beaufort has been named to the Spartanburg Methodist College President's List for grades earned during the fall 2017 academic semester. Area students graduated from Clemson University at the Dec. 21, 2017, ceremonies. • Natalie N. Alvarez of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences • David Anthony Avard of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Geology • Allison Park Blake of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Management • Kelsey E. Butler of Beaufort, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing • Noah Bradley Malphrus of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Financial Management • Kurt James Weaver of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in History • Maura Elizabeth Wechsler of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting • Miranda Caroline Weslake of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Language and International Trade • Bryan B. Wiggers of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering • Erin Rachel Witt of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology Coastal Carolina University names local students who made the President's honor list for high academic achievement for the 2017 Fall Semester: • Will Durbin of Beaufort, a political science major • Xavier Jackson of Beaufort, a theatre arts major • Rachel Kirberger of Beaufort, a hospitality, resort, and tourism management major • Abbigail Larocque of Beaufort, a theatre arts major • Eugene Lucas of Beaufort, exercise and sport science major • Kenneth Sitkowski of Beaufort, a communication major
SCHOOL BRIEFS Riverview accepting enrollment applications
Riverview Charter School is now accepting Kindergarten through 8th grade applications for the 2018-2019 school year. Open enrollment will run through January 31, 2018. Applications must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. on January 31 to be considered part of open enrollment and included in any ensuing lottery. Applications received after this day and time will only be considered on a space available basis and in the or-
der upon which they are received, with those students’ names being added to the end of the wait-list. Applications are available on the school’s website at www.RiverviewCharterSchool.org, at the school located at 81 Savannah Highway and at daycares and public facilities in Beaufort County. Anyone interested in learning more about Beaufort County’s first charter school can attend a Community Open House on Thursday, January 18 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at Riverview Charter School, located at 81 Savannah Highway. This is a family friendly evening
to come and learn all about the school and its programs. The event is free of charge and open to the public. For more information, call 843-379-0123.
SADD Club of BCHS winter projects
The Battery Creek High School SADD Club is participating in Souper Bowl of Caring, now through February 5. This is a nationwide program aiming to help feed the hungry.
All types of soup — canned and dry mixes — are being collected and may be dropped off in the front office. The goal is to collect more than 100 cans that will be donated to local food banks. The SADD Club is also collecting the front of holiday cards for recycling until March 1. In addition to Christmas cards, all other card fronts (birthday, Valentine’s Day, Easter, etc) can be recycled. Card fronts may be left in the front office for pickup or mailed to BCHS SADD Club, c/o BCHS, 1 Blue Dolphin Drive, Beaufort, SC 29906.
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school basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 9. The Eagles were forced to play from behind throughout the contest. Hilton Head Christian Academy controlled the second half, outscoring Beaufort Academy 34-12.
Sports Academy to host showcase event
Sports Academy Gymnastics, 20 Maxine Lane, Beaufort will be the host site for the 2018 Sparkler Showcase to be held on Saturday, Jan 20, at 5:30 PM. The purpose of the event is to give members of the local community an opportunity to see competitive gymnastics at the grass roots level. The Sparklers, Beaufort’s only competitive girls gymnastics, will compete against each other by level, the meet will have a SCUSAG NAWGJ Judge and be similar to a college format. The 2018 Sparklers are: Level 3 (Beginner) Shannya Davidi, November McCollough, Kira Dobbs, Julia Dention, Brianna and Haydan Silva. Xcel Platinum’s (Intermediate Optional) are: Paige Hennessy, Elaina Polley, Kaileh Gentle and Zariyah Henry, The Xcel Diamonds (Advance Optionals) are Ashley Gavigan and Lauren Angus. The Sparklers are coached by LtCol David M. Kirkwood, USMCR, Ret. and Kaitlin O’Sullivan.
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Coleman leads BA over HHCA
Dawson Coleman erupted for a gamehigh 32 points to lead Beaufort Academy past visiting Hilton Head Christian Academy 45-43 in a boys' high school basketball game on Tuesday, Jan. 9. Coleman was the only Beaufort Academy player to reach double figures in the scoring column.
BA sweeps visiting Faith Christian
Three Beaufort Academy players reached double figures in the scoring column as the Eagles rolled past Faith Christian 60-31 in a B4
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BA edges Thomas Heyward Academy
Whale Branch Early College High School head coach Jerry Hatcher was recognized during the Covert Bowl Series All-Area ceremony.
boys' high school basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 13. Dawson Coleman paced Beaufort Academy with a game-high 24 points, while Jaxon Spratling contributed 14 points and David Mathai added 10 points. With the win, BA improved to 4-4 overall.
Colleton County 97, Beaufort High 55
In a boys' high school basketball game, Colleton County pulled away to beat Beaufort High 97-55.
GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL
Battery Creek knocks off Bluffton, 48-42
Battery Creek won its Region 8-3A opener on Tuesday, Jan. 9, upending host Bluffton 48-42 in a girls' high school basketball game. With the win, Battery Creek improved to 12-2 overall and 1-0 in Region 8-3A. Starr Reed led Battery Creek with 14 points and
seven rebounds. Ta'Quasia Lampkin turned in a solid all-around performance, scoring nine points, pulling down eight rebounds, dishing out four assists, recording seven blocks and registering three steals. Kevea Sanders added eight points and five rebounds for Battery Creek in the victory.
Beaufort Academy 59, Faith Christian 22
Beaufort Academy moved ahead early and eventually pulled away to defeat Faith Christian 59-22 in a girls' high school basketball game on Saturday, Jan. 13. Kendall Duncan led Beaufort Academy with 14 points. Karolina Struharova and Emily Ann Hiers added 12 points apiece. Beaufort Academy improved to 7-4 overall with the win.
Hilton Head Christian Academy 51, BA 29
Beaufort Academy was limited to five field goals after halftime as Hilton Head Christian Academy prevailed 51-29 in a girls' high
Beaufort Academy edged visiting Thomas Heyward Academy 46-44 in a girls' high school basketball game on Friday, Jan. 12. Familiar foes, Beaufort Academy and Thomas Heyward Academy swapped leads on multiple occasions during their latest regular-season meeting. Karolina Struharova led Beaufort Academy to the hard-fought win, scoring 17 points for the Eagles. Following Struharova, Amelia Huebel posted 15 points for the Eagles, while Emily Ann Hiers netted nine points. Six BA players provided scoring in the winning effort.
Linton leads Beaufort High to victory
Brittany Linton scored a game-high 19 points to lead Beaufort High past Colleton County 39-36 in a back and forth girls' high school battle on Friday, Jan. 12. Linton was the only Beaufort High player to reach double figures in the scoring column. But Beaufort High delivered a balanced offensive effort and Darien Watkins netted nine points.
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Beaufort High ranked sixth in Class 4A
The Beaufort High School wrestling team is ranked sixth in the latest Class 4A poll released by South Carolina Wrestling (SCMat.com). Battery Creek is ranked ninth and May River is 20th in Class 3A. Whale Branch is ranked 13th in Class 2A.
WHAT TO DO Northern Beaufort Co. Democratic club to meet
The Northern Beaufort County Democratic Club will meet on Thursday, Jan. 18 at the Grand Army Hall, 706 Newcastle Street, on the corner of Prince and Newcastle streets in Beaufort. The social starts at 6:30 p.m.; meeting at 7 p.m. The guest speaker will be Andy Brack, a columnist from Columbia. Also, attend the precinct reorganization meeting at the Grand Army Hall on Saturday, Jan. 27 at 11 a.m. All are welcome, light refreshments will be served.
Come network at Coffee with Colleagues
Join the Beaufort Chamber of Commerce for Coffee with Colleagues, a free networking opportunity hosted by BJWSA at 6 Snake Road in Okatie. Bring your business cards on Friday, Jan. 19, from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Contact Janessa Lowery for more information at janessa@beaufortsc.org.
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tation Committee (NRPIC) is set to hear details of an implementation plan for the "Lady's Island Area Plan" on Friday, Jan. 19 at 9:30 a.m. in the County Administration Building, 100 Ribaut Road. The meeting is open to the public. For more information, visit www.seaislandcoalition.com.
Public invited to tour of Fort Fremont
Travel back in time to the 1890s and the Spanish American War at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 27, at the St. Helena Branch Beaufort County Public Library at 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road, St. Helena Island. Participants will learn the history, see a scale model of Fort Fremont as it stood in 1898, and take a guided tour of the remains of the fortifications. The tour lasts approximately two hours. No reservations are necessary and this event is free. For more information, call the St. Helena Library at 843-255-6487 or visit fortfremont.org.
Smoked pork butts for sale supports Knights of Columbus
The local Knights of Columbus Council is having a charity fundraiser, offering smoked pork butts for sale, to be picked up on Super Bowl weekend, Saturday, Feb. 3 anytime from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Piggly Wiggly parking lot on Ribaut Road in Port Royal. The smoked pork butts averaging 5-7 lbs. are slow cooked for over 18 hours and can be served immediately, refrigerated and served Sunday for the big game, or frozen. Pre-purchase is highly recommended. The cost is $35 each or $30 for 2. Go to www.porkbutts.org to order, or pick up your tickets in front of Zippy Lube at 149 Sea Island Parkway any Friday (1-5 p.m.) or Saturday (9 a.m.- 1 p.m.) in January. Some butts will be available for sale on February 3. For further information, call Terry Buquet at 843-986-6611 or Mike McMahon at 843-838-9839 or 210-240-4321.
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Study group meets at Beaufort library
The Beaufort Parliamentary Study Group will meet Monday, Feb 7, at 5:30 p.m. at the Beaufort County Library on Scott Street in Beaufort. The study group is free and open to the public. Although not required, an RSVP for planning is appreciated. Call or text 386 871-8855.
2or3 Treasure House collecting winter coats
The 2or3 Treasure House at 203 Carteret St. in Beaufort is collecting children's winter coats in all sizes for both boys and girls. If you have some older or outgrown children's coats taking up space in the closet, bring them to the Treasure House, which is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Friday, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers needed for film festival
Volunteers are needed for the Beaufort International Film Festival, scheduled from Feb. 21-25. Various opportunities are available from greeters, ushers and ticketing. Please contact Rebecca Tucker at filmbeaufort@gmail.com or call 843522-3196. Please leave your name, phone number and email.
Habitat for Humanity in need of volunteers
Wondering how you might be able to help LowCountry Habitat for Humanity? Attend their Volunteer Orientation held at 10 a.m. the second Saturday of every month at 616 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort. Volunteer opportunities exist in every area of operations at LowCountry Habitat; there is a need for all types of abilities and skill levels, from construction to volunteering at the ReStore to serving on committees. For more information, contact Lee McSavaney, volunteer coordinator, at 843-522-3500 or email info@lowcountryhabitat.org.
Pan-African group seeks volunteers
The nonprofit Pan-African Family Empowerment & Land Preservation Network Inc. is seeking volunteers for multiple positions. Among other things, the
Beaufort-based public charity provides financial and technical assistance to help Gullah-Geechee, and other African-descent families save their ancestral homes and land for current and future generations. They have an immediate need for an experienced webmaster, grant writers and administrative assistants. Also needed are committed fundraising volunteers; community outreach presenters; and office clerks willing to assist landowners. Training for all volunteers will be held at the Pan-African Family Empowerment Network’s office in the Landmark (Regions Bank) Building, 69 Robert Smalls Parkway, Suite 3B, Beaufort. For more information, call 843-592-6076, or email volunteers@panafricanfamilyempowermentnetwork.org.
Second Helpings volunteers needed
Second Helpings, a nonprofit that rescues food from area restaurants and grocery stores and delivers the food to local agencies to stop hunger, is in need of volunteers. Shifts are available on Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort. Volunteers can sign up for one day a week or month. Also needed are on-call, last-minute volunteers for a SWAT team to help on the truck for special runs. For more information, contact Lili Coleman at execdirector@secondhelpingslc.org or call 843-689-3689. Visit secondhelpingslc.org.
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Gravity Physical Therapy
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Riverside Women’s Care 843-540-5857
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Beale Cummings
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JANUARY 18 - 24, 2018
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THIS 5 BEDROOM/3.5 BATH, 2540 SF HOME with 2 car garage will be ready for you in January! The kitchen features 42” white kitchen cabinets with crown moulding, Quartz kitchen countertops, beautiful pendant lighting over the large, working island, pull-out Moen brushed nickel faucet and stainless steel range, microwave and dishwasher. Lovely wood-burning fireplace and hardwood stairs add to the comfortable ambience of this home. The entire downstairs features hardwood floors and crown moulding throughout the main living areas. Owner’s suite features separate tub and shower and ceramic tile flooring. All baths feature neutral tile flooring and Moen brushed nickel hardware. This house has all the extras that you could want and backs up to a wetland area!
$6,500 IN CLOSIN COSTS WITH USE G O PREFERRED LEND F ER AND ATTORNEY
CHERIMIE C WEATHERFORD
Cherimie@gmail.com | Ballenger Realty | www.SomersetPointBeaufort.com | www.OldShellPointBeaufort.com Models Open Wednesday-Saturday 12-5 and Always Gladly By Appointment
Join in January and pay no joiner fee.
Financial assistance is available.
When you join the Y, you’re committing to more than just getting healthier. You are supporting the values and programs that strengthen our community. At the Y, children learn what they can achieve, families spend quality time together, and we all build relationships that deepen our sense of belonging. The Y. For More Than a Workout. For A Better Us.
WARDLE FAMILY YMCA 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal Visit us @ beaufort-jasperymca.org 843.522.9622
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HOME COOKED MEALS PREPARED IN OUR KITCHEN FOR YOU TO SERVE IN YOURS. 1 Merchants Lane, Suite 102 in Newpoint Corners on Lady’s Island | 843.929.8643 Check out our selections offered at MacDonald Marketplace (853 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena) Open Monday through Saturday: (Monday & Friday: 11-5 / Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday: 11-6 / Saturday: 10-3) Contact us at leighpingree@beaufortkitchen.com and like us on Facebook to receive the weekly menus!
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