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SLIDE SHOW Boats are just one of the types of personal property that are taxable in Beaufort County. Photo by Bob Sofaly.
County cracking down on taxes By Kat Walsh
Daania Jones, 7, a student at Bridges Charter School, holds her nose as she exits the new waterslide and splashes into the pool last week at the Lind Brown Community Complex on Green Street. The new slide has two tunnels, cutting the waiting time in half, which is good news considering that temperatures will be in the high 90s in the coming week. Photo by Bob Sofaly.
Be ‘gator-safe’ around water After a little boy was killed by an alligator at Disney World, the animal also had to be killed. Additionally, when the boy’s dad tried to save the child, another alligator attacked. It was also killed. Here is the Lowcountry, alligators who get too aggressive with humans are also put down. They can’t be relocated because gators are very territorial and tend to return to their original capture sites. Nearly any water body in the coastal plain of South Carolina may contain alligators, and the mere presence of alligators in or adjacent to their natural habitat in South
Carolina is a normal occurrence and not normally an emergency requiring the animal’s removal, according to biologists with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources. The DNR also says that alligators less than 4 feet are typically not large enough to be dangerous to people unless handled, and offers these tips to stay “alligator-safe”: • Never approach an alligator of any size, keep your distance and leave them alone. • Never feed alligators. Not only is it illegal in South Carolina to feed alligators, it also teaches See GATOR, page A7
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Do you have personal property that is subject to taxes? If so, the tax man cometh. Beaufort County is cracking down on making sure taxpayers are shelling out their fair share on items such as wave runners and jet skis, motorcycle and airplanes. The county will also be reviewing assessments for motor vehicles, boats and motors registered with South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and vessels registered with the U.S. Coast Guard and residential rentals. The Beaufort County Auditor’s Office recently announced that its Fair Share Program will increase the identification of taxable personal property. This follows a review of taxable personal property the office began last September to ensure that records are up to date and complete. “As the county’s population increases and the natural growth in the property tax base occurs, the Fair Share Program will be instrumental in keeping taxes as low as possible for everyone,” the auditor’s office said in a recent press release. Recent efforts at upgrading the process and reporting of personal property have yielded tangible results. Improvements in listing taxable property added over $27 million in taxable property to the tax rolls, creating new tax accounts that paid over $345,000 in personal property taxes this year. Additionally, changes made to the motor vehicle process has improved reporting and allows more time for taxpayers to pay their renewal tax bill. The auditor’s website outlines the classes of taxable property with reporting requirements. Here’s the formula for figuring out how taxes on personal property are determined: • Fair market value: The fair market value is the amount that your
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Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office Forensic Services Laboratory Director Lt. Renita Berry has been promoted to colonel in the South Carolina Army National Guard. Berry is now the brigade commander of the 218th Regiment (Leadership) and oversees five battalions. The regiment's primary mission is to train, educate and develop soldiers in areas of leadership within their assigned fields.
Traffic stop in Bluffton leads to drug charges
A recent traffic stop in Bluffton led to the driver being charged with heroin trafficking. According to a Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office report, deputies pulled a Cadillac over at about 9 p.m. June 26 after it was rapidly accelerating and swerving on U.S. 278 near Belfair. Deputies ran a search on the driver, Bobby Nelson III, 26, of Ridgeland, who was the only person in the car. The report states that there was a bench warrant on him. Nelson III was arrested for the outstanding warrant and reckless driving. “Based on his slowed speech and overall physical Bobby appearance, deputies then Nelson III became suspicious Nelson III may have used and be in the possession of illegal drugs,” the report states. When he was questioned about drugs in the car, he was “evasive in his response,” according to the report. A drug-sniffing dog was brought to the scene and, with its help, deputies found heroin hidden in a sock, a small amount of suspected marijuana and a digital scale, the report states. In addition to the bench warrant and reckless driving, Nelson III was charged with trafficking heroin and simple possession of marijuana. The Cadillac was towed following his arrest and Nelson III was transported to the Beaufort County Detention Center. He is being held in the jail on a $42,445 bond. Anyone with additional information on illegal drug or other criminal activities of Nelson III is encouraged to contact CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC.
Public’s help needed in solving cold case
The Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office is
seeking the public’s help with a cold case from 1987. On June 17 of that year, Paul Baker, 3, was reported missing from his Shell Point home by his stepmother, Susan Baker. She told police that the toddler must have walked out when she was taking a nap. According to a Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office report, she allegedly was under the influence of alcohol and drugs at the time of the boy’s disappearance. “(Susan) Baker’s story was highly suspicious and through investigation it was learned Paul Baker and his 6-year-old sister were physically abused by her on a regular basis,” according to the report. Susan Baker was charged with assault on Paul Baker’s 6-year-old sister and convicted. There have been reports on the whereabouts of Paul Baker over the years, but he was never found. Susan Baker and James Baker, the biological father of Paul Baker, eventually moved to Chipley, Fla. In 2000, a cold case investigation led to charges against both Susan and James Baker in relation to their alleged neglect in the disappearance of Paul Baker. They were extradited to Beaufort County, where the charges were ultimately dismissed. They then went back to Chipley. In 2009, a 7-month-old infant was abducted and Susan Baker was again named as the suspect. The infant was found alive and well five days later, having been hidden in a box under a bed by Susan Baker. She was charged in connection with the infant’s abduction. She remains the person of interest in the disappearance of Paul Baker. His DNA is stored in the National Missing Persons DNA database. Anyone with information on the Paul Baker case is asked to contact Capt. Bob Bromage at 843-255- 3402, 843-816-8013 or robertb@bcgov.net. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call or Crimestoppers at 1-888-CRIME-SC (274-6372).
Report: Illegal steroids found in storage unit
After a months-long investigation into the alleged distribution of illegal drugs by Jesse Baekelandt, 40, Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office investigators got a search warrant for his storage unit at Uncle Bob’s Storage in Bluffton. A sheriff ’s office report states that investigators found over 10,000 pills and 92 vials containing anabolic steroids. Immediately following the search, investigators went to look for Baekelandt. They spotted him driving on Pin Oak Street near his home in Bluffton and pulled him over.
Baekelandt was taken into custody at the traffic stop. During the subsequent search of Baekelandt’s vehicle, investigators said they found about 6 pounds of marijuana packaged in bags. Evidence gathered during the initial search warrant and Baekelandt’s arrest then led investigators to obtain a search warrant for his Pin Oak Street residence and another storage unit, this one located at Extra Space Storage in Bluffton. During the search of the second storage unit the storage unit, investigators allegedly found an additional 3 pounds of marijuana packaged in bags. At Baekelandt’s home, investigators also allegedly found illegal drug paraphernalia. Baekelandt was charged with sale and distribution Jesse of marijuana (total weight Baekelandt of over 9 pounds packaged in 118 bags) and possession of a controlled substance (Schedule III/anabolic steroid). He was brought to the Beaufort County Detention Center and his bond was set at $30,000. He posted that bond and was released.
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Man shot in leg on St. Helena Island
A man was shot in the leg on St. Helena Island on July 2, according to a Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office report. At about 7:22 p.m., deputies went to 155 Dulamo Road and found a man who was suffering from a gunshot wound to his leg. The victim said he was in the area of Levant Byas Road to drop off a family member when someone shot multiple times into his vehicle, with one shot hitting his leg. No one else was injured during the incident. The victim was taken to Beaufort Memorial Hospital for treatment and the incident remains under investigation. Anyone with information can call 843-5242777 or CrimeStoppers 1-888-CrimeSC.
Sheriff 's Explorer Program seeking participants
The Beaufort County Sheriff 's Office is seeking participants between 14 and 21 years old for its Explorer Program. Program benefits include opportunities to ride along with patrol officers, education and hands-on training for those interested in pursuing a career in law enforcement. The group meets bi-weekly from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays. For more information, call Kiera Morris at 843-255-3316.
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IN OTHER NEWS & HEALTH NEWS BRIEFS www.bcgov.net and click on “Departments.” For more information, call Sue Rainey, clerk to council, at 843-255-2184, or suer@ bcgov.net. She will provide guidance and walk applicants through the process.
The Beaufort County Council recently
approved the purchase of a new Beaufort County Library bookmobile. The new bookmobile will serve communities throughout Beaufort County and will include four iPad workstations, a circulation desk with wireless scanner/ printer, shelving space for 2,500 books and WiFi. “This bookmobile is simply the most cost-effective way to expand library services to communities in Beaufort County that do not currently have a library branch within easy commuting distance,” said library Director Ray McBride. Funding for the vehicle will come from Beaufort County Library impact fees, and funding for staffing and operating the bookmobile were included in the library system’s fiscal year 2017 budget. The library system retired its last bookmobile in 1993. Library administration is in the process of determining the new bookmobile’s collection, staffing, route and schedule. The anticipated delivery and start date for the new bookmobile is spring of 2017.
tact lenses and lens implants may offer some benefit, they cannot protect the entire eye area from burning rays. • Don’t stare at the sun: Sun worshippers take note: directly gazing at the sun can burn holes in the retina, the light-sensitive layer of cells in the back of the eye needed for central vision. This condition is called solar retinopathy. While rare, the damage is irreversible. • Check your medication labels: One in three adults uses medication that could make the eyes more vulnerable to UV ray damage, according to a sun safety survey by the academy. These include certain antibiotics, birth control and estrogen pills, and psoriasis treatments containing psoralen. Check the labels on your prescriptions to see if they cause photosensitivity. If so, make sure to protect your skin and eyes or avoid sun exposure when possible.
• Put a lid on it: In addition to shades, consider wearing a hat with a broad brim. They have been shown to significantly cut exposure to harmful rays. Don’t forget the sunscreen! • Don’t drive without UV eye protection: Don’t assume that car windows are protecting you from UV light. A recent study found that side windows blocked only 71 percent of rays, compared to 96 percent in the windshield. Only 14 percent of side windows provided a high enough level of protection, the researchers found. So when you buckle up, make sure you are wearing glasses or sunglasses with the right UV protection. At the end of the day, you want to retain fond memories and experiences during summer celebration, not skin cancer and blinding eye disease. For more information, visit www.seaislandophthalmology.com.
Sanford staff to be available for questions
U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford’s district staff will hold satellite office hours on Thursday, July 7, on St. Helena Island. Satellite office hours are conducted around the district by the representative’s The Collaborative Organization of Services for Youth Trust recently held an appreciation dinner staff in order to be as accessible as possible at board chair Robert Merten's home for the charter members of the COSY Trust Guardians to constituents requiring assistance on issues of Hope. The COSY Trust is the fundraising arm for COSY, which serves 170 at-risk youth in Beaufort County. Back row from left are Chuck Cooper; Robert Merten; Fred Leyda, director of related to the federal government. AdditionCOSY; Catherine Venable; Celeste Hunt; Les Harding; and Anna Ruth Venable. Front row from ally, anyone wishing to express an opinion or ask a question is welcome to stop by. left are Arlene Hull; Judy Almand, COSY Trust director; and Linda Cooper. Not pictured are The satellite office will be held starting at Billy Keyserling; Shawn and Kelly Hill; Gene Rugala and Edie Smith; Sally Bishop and Mark 1 p.m. at the St. Helena Branch Library at Young; Jim and Liz Key; Gloria and Huntley Duryea; Bruce Wyles and Amada Slade; Lydia Inglett and Joylon Griffiths; and Jim and Michele Duncan. 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road.
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Protect your eyes from sun damage The days are longer, the sun is hotter, the beach beckons and out comes the sunscreen. But summer revelers looking forward to sizzling hot fun in the sun shouldn’t overlook their eyes when it comes to protecting themselves from damaging ultraviolet rays. In support of UV Safety Month in July, Sea Island Ophthalmology joins the American Academy of Ophthalmology in sharing information on how to keep eyes safe from sun damage. Excess sun exposure can put people at risk of serious short-term and long-term eye problems. If eyes are exposed to strong sunlight for too long without protection, UV rays can burn the cornea and cause temporary blindness in a matter of hours. Longterm sun exposure has also been linked to an increased risk of cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, cancer and growths on or
Dr. Mark S. Siegel is the Medical Director at Sea Island Ophthalmology on Ribaut Road in Beaufort.
near the eye. Here are five things people can do to cut their risk of eye damage from the sun: • Wear the right sunglasses: Look for those labeled “UV400” or “100 percent UV protection” when buying sunglasses. Less costly sunglasses with this label can be just as effective as the expensive kind. Darkness or color doesn’t indicate strength of UV protection. UV rays can go through clouds, so wear sunglasses even on overcast days. And while con-
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Nurse leaves retirement to resume her career By Marie McAden
Most people spend their career dreaming about retirement. Margo Wehrenberg spent her retirement dreaming about her career. Four years ago, after “failing retirement,” the registered nurse returned to her profession, landing a job on the MedicalSurgical-Oncology Unit at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. “I always loved being a nurse,” she said. “I missed the satisfaction and fulfillment of caring for patients.” Despite a 17-year lapse in her career, Wehrenberg upped her game, returning to school to earn her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. She became a preceptor to new nurse hires and earned certifications in medical-surgical nursing and chemotherapy/ biotherapy. Earlier this month, the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce honored the RN with the Outstanding Employee Award at the 2016 Civitas Awards Gala held at Tabby Place in downtown Beaufort. Latin for “the condition of the citizenship,” the Civitas awards recognize businesses, individuals and organizations in the community deemed exemplary. Jana McClendon, a nurse on Beaufort Memorial’s fourth-floor unit, also was nominated for the award, presented each year to an individual who provides excellent customer service, is a team player and raises the bar in the workplace. Sponsored by The Beaufort Inn, the Outstanding Employee Award was presented at the gala by the inn’s general manager Stacy Price. Wehrenberg “demonstrates the essence of nursing every day,” Price said in her introduction. “She truly cares for her patients.” It was the second prestigious award the nurse received this year. In February, she was honored with the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, a national tribute reserved for RNs who go the extra mile to care for patients and their families. The granddaughter of a patient nominated her for the DAISY Award for the compassion and care she showed her dying grandfather in his final days.
Margo Wehrenberg was named a Civitas Outstanding Employee. Photo courtesy of Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce.
“I appreciate my patients and their families allowing me to care for them,” Wehrenberg said. “Doing what I love every day and being rewarded on such a grand scale is humbling.” This spring, Wehrenberg was promoted to charge nurse, a role that allows her to mentor and teach other nurses. She received the same kind of support when she resumed her career. “I was excited to see how the nursing profession had grown — especially in terms of encouraging nurses to be empowered in the everyday decisions that affect the profession,” she said. “With this encouragement, I took off.”
Old Village Association makes $2,500 donation to Alzheimer’s Family Services
AFSGB's "Purple People" work the beer and wine tent at the 2016 Softshell Crab Festival.
Alzheimer’s Family Services of Greater Beaufort was the recipient of a $2,500 donation from the Old Village Association of Port Royal. Nancy Plank, president of the board of directors of OVA and owner of Smokin’ Planks Restaurant in Port Royal, said the board made the decision to donate to AFSGB because they always volunteer and support any activity the OVA hosts. “We never have to ask; they are always there from before the event starts until after it ends,” she said. “They show up in their purple and work tirelessly. When we changed our festivals from being ticket-oriented to cash for food and beverages, they fell right in step with the change, making sure they had additional volunteers to handle the change. “
Eric Fennell, treasurer of OVA and director of Helena Place Assisted Living in Port Royal, added, “With the change to cash sales, several booths and vendors were having trouble always making change for their customers. but AFSGB was on top of that, always making change for other vendors and trying to help to make sure everyone always had what they needed.” OVA hosts two major festivals a year, the OkterPRfest (to be held Saturday, Oct. 8) and the Softshell Crab Festival in April. Proceeds from both festivals help support economic development of businesses in Port Royal. Alzheimer’s Family Services of Greater Beaufort is a local nonprofit providing education and support to area caregivers of people with
Alzheimer’s. It holds two of its three Social Day programs in Port Royal as well as one of its support groups for caregivers. Arlene Heape Hull, the Executive Director of AFSGB said they were “both surprised and grateful for the donation. We volunteer with OVA because it is the right thing to do. There are a lot of nonprofits in this area and we really need to all work to help each other out. We have fun working these festivals for OVA, and when we all show up in our purple shirts, we make a presence and help promote awareness of our agency. At the end of the day we are all tired and say we won’t do it again next year, but then we always do. We love it when we hear people call us the purple people!” JULY 7 - 13, 2016
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BUSINESS BUSINESS BRIEFS Nautilus Seafood & Grill is open for business
Nautilus Seafood and Grill in Beaufort is now officially open from 4:30-10 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. In addition to seafood, Nautilus also serves steaks and comfort foods like meatloaf and chicken pot pie. The restaurant is located at 2045 Boundary St. Call 843-379-2253.
Senator to be guest speaker at Lady’s Island meeting
Sen. Tom Davis will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday, July 12, meeting of the Lady’s Island Business and Professional Association. The meeting will be held at 8 a.m. at the Beaufort Realtor’s Association headquarters behind BB&T on Lady’s Island Drive. The meeting is open to the public. Davis was elected to the South Carolina Senate representing District 46 (Beaufort
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and Jasper County) in 2008, and was reelected in 2012. He is running unopposed for reelection in November’s general election. He currently serves on the Senate Committees for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Banking and Insurance, Finance, Labor, Commerce and Industry and Medical Affairs.
The event will be at Moss Creek Plantation Clubhouse at 1523 Fording Island Road. The cost is $25 for chamber members and $35 for future members. Pre-registration is required. Visit hiltonheadblufftonchamber. org.
Sea Island Rotary Club Columbia college president installs new officers to speak at chamber event The Sea Island Rotary Club installed its new The Hilton Head-Bluffton Chamber of Commerce will host a Women In Business networking luncheon from 11-30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, July 21. The guest speaker will be Beth Dinndorf, president of Columbia College in Columbia, who will discuss "A Sisterhood of Success." Before taking over as the 18th president of Columbia College, Dinndorf served many years in the banking industry at both U.S. Bank and Wells Fargo.
officers for the 2016-2017 year during a social and ceremony held at the Port Royal Sound Foundation Maritime Center on June 23. New officers for the year include Club President Paul Moore; Secretary Meredith Keene; and Directors Brandon Gaffney, Troy Ward and John Perrill. Outgoing 2015-2016 President Dr. Chuck Ingle was also honored for his service to the club for the past year. The Sea Island Rotary and its 85 members
Outgoing Rotary Club President Dr. Chuck Ingle, left, is shown here with incoming Club President Paul Moore.
are committed to working with youth, helping the community and playing an active part in Rotary’s International Community Service Projects. The Sea Island Rotary meets at noon Tuesdays the Quality Inn at Town Center in Beaufort, where members and guests enjoy a large buffet lunch, good fellowship and a formal meeting, usually featuring a guest speaker. Visit seaislandrotary.org.
FROM THE FRONT
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personal property can reasonably be expected to sell on the open market with a willing buyer and a willing seller. Values of personal property are kept current through annual updates by the S.C. Department of Revenue and the S.C. Department of Natural Resources.
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them to associate people with food. This can cause alligators to lose their natural fear of humans. In many cases, fed alligators will approach at the sight of people and may become aggressive in seeking a handout. If you see someone feeding alligators, contact the SC Department of Natural Resources at 1-800-922-5431. • Don’t dispose of fish scraps or crab bait in the water at boat ramps, docks, swimming or camping areas. You can inadvertently be feeding alligators. • Avoid swimming in areas known to harbor large alligators. As the size of an alligator increases, so does the size of prey that it can consume. • Don’t swim or play in the water between dusk and dawn in areas with alligators. Alligators normally are more active during the night and can mistake splashing noises for prey. Only swim in areas designated for swimming.
• The assessment ratio is the percentage of your property’s value that is subject to taxation. Assessment ratios for personal property vary: residential property is 4 percent, a second residence is 6 percent and personal vehicles, watercrafts and boats are 10.5 percent. • The assessed value – your assessment - is the fair market value multiplied by the appropriate corresponding assessment ratio. For example, to determine the
assessed value of your home, multiply your home’s fair market value by the assessment ratio of 4 percent. Taxpayers can appeal the value assessed on their personal property in writing to the auditor's office before taxes are due. The auditor’s office will then contact the taxpayer to discuss the appeal. For more information, visit www.bcgov.net/departments/index.php and click on “Auditor.”
Higher levels of human activity found in designated swimming areas typically make alligators keep their distance. Other potential dangers include steep dropoffs, stumps, rocks and other underwater obstructions that you may not be able to see if the location is not a designated swimming area. Also, never swim alone, not just because of alligators, but also as a normal safety measure. • Keep pets out of the water, even in designated swimming areas, if alligators are present. Pets are more susceptible to being attacked as they resemble normal prey items for alligators. Do not swim with your dog as it can attract the attention of alligators. • Don’t approach an alligator, keep your distance and leave them alone. Alligators can move in quick bursts over short distances but normally do not try to run after people. If an alligator hisses, it’s a warning that you are too close. • Keep a VERY wide margin. Alligators can be surprisingly quick on land and are capable of running
short distances in addition to lunging at you with explosive force. • If an alligator attacks, run fast in a straight line. The “running in a zig-zag line” is a myth, according to the South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism. Alligators can move quickly on land, but only for short distances. If the alligator is attacking because you have trespassed into its territory, it just wants to run you off, not hunt you down. If you are attacked, go for the eyes of the alligator. Gators typically bite and release. • If an alligator is in a place where it cannot reasonably be expected to get back to the water without posing a risk to itself or to others, or is in a location that presents an immediate hazard, such as a road, school, pool, parking lot, etc., contact the DNR at 1-800-922-5431 or call 911. Never attempt to capture or move an alligator by yourself. • If bitten, seek immediate medical attention, regardless of how minor the injury. Alligator bites can result in serious infections.
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Raft Race
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Children’s Toad Fishing Tournament
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Sponsored by: Sea Eagle Market Location: Waterfront Park Seawall Event Details: Noon – 4pm | FREE!
TEEN DANCE
Sponsored by: John 3:16 Project Entertainment: DJ Donna Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $10 | 6pm – 9pm |Gates open 6pm – 8pm, No entry after 8pm (NO RE-ENTRY ALLOWED) | Ages 13 – 17 only, ID Required | Clutch Purses Only (6” x 9” size)| Please Wear Appropriate Clothing | No refunds, outside food or beverages, or coolers.
band Opening Entertainment: Broke Locals Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $10 | Gates open 7pm, Show at 8pm | No refunds, outside food or beverages, or coolers | Children age 5 and under FREE | FREE Entry for Active Duty Military with valid ID.
Wednesday, July 20 Croquet Tournament (9 Wicket)
Sponsored by: Modern Jewelers Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: Play starts at 9am Festival Arts & Crafts Market Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm
Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm
TALENT SHOW
Sponsored by: McDonald’s Hosted by: The Preceptor Omega Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $10 or FREE with Official 2016 61st Annual Water Festival T-Shirt | Gates open at 6pm, Show at 7pm | No refunds, outside food or beverages, or coolers | Children age 5 and under FREE.
Sponsored by: Advanced Mold Technologies Location: Corner of Bay & Harrington Event Details: $25 entry per team | 4:30pm check-in | 5pm start time | Same day registration based on space availability.
RIVER DANCE
Sponsored by: City Electric Supply Headline Entertainment: The Breakfast Club, an 80’s band Opening Entertainment: Gump Fiction, a 90’s band Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $15 | Gates open at 7pm, Show at 8pm | Must be 18 or Older with Valid ID to attend | No refunds, outside food or beverages, coolers or strollers.
Saturday, July 23 Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 9am – 7pm
Water Festival Grand Parade
Sponsored by: The Greenery Inc. Organized by: The Beaufort Lions Club Location: Downtown Beaufort Event Details: 10am –Noon
Non-Profit Expo
Location: Waterfront Park Pavilion Event Details: Noon – 4pm
Air Show
Croquet Tournament (9 Wicket)
Sponsored by: Sport Clips Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: 1pm – 4pm | Stunt Planes | Parachutists | US Coast Guard Search & Rescue Demo.
Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Sponsored by: Schiller & Hamilton Law Firm Entertainment: The Band Punch Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $10 | Gates open at 7pm, Show at 8pm | No refunds, outside food or beverages or coolers | Children age 5 and under FREE.
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Sunday, July 24
Monday, July 18
Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm Sponsored by: Palm & Moon Bagel Company Entertainment: Deas Guyz Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $15 | Gates open 7pm, Show at 8pm | No refunds, outside food or beverages, or coolers | Children age 5 and under FREE.
Tuesday, July 19
Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm
TIME WARP TUESDAY
Sponsored by: Gateway Mortgage Group Headline Entertainment: The Return, a Beatles tribute
Thursday, July 21
Sponsored by: Modern Jewelers Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: Play starts at 9am Festival Arts & Crafts Market Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm Sponsored by: Waste Pro USA Headline Entertainment: Too Much Sylvia Opening Entertainment: Eric Daubert Featuring: The Whistlers Location: Waterfront Park Event Details: $15 | Gates open at 6pm | Supper served 6pm – 7:30pm | No refunds, outside food or beverages, or coolers | Children age 5 and under FREE.
Friday, July 22
Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 10am – 7pm
Bed Race
COMMODORE’S BALL
Festival Arts & Crafts Market
Location: Promenade at the Waterfront Park Event Details: 9am – 3pm
Blessing of the Fleet and Parade of Boats
Location: Beaufort River in front of Waterfront Park Seawall Event Details: Noon – 2pm | FREE registration | Boats must register to be eligible for prizes | All applications must be at the judge’s table prior to Noon. Festival Ends – 3:00 pm – See you next year!
PROFILE JULY 7 - 13, 2016
AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE PEOPLE, BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT SHAPE OUR COMMUNITY
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Holly Bounds Jackson dishes about family, reporting and returning to the Lowcountry By Pamela Brownstein
Holly Bounds Jackson has been reporting the news and bringing Lowcountry residents memorable stories about interesting people and places for nearly 10 years. After two years away, this hard-working broadcast journalist, wife and mother of two young girls recently returned to Beaufort County and is currently the weekend morning anchor at WSAV-TV. Born and raised in the small town of Bishopville, Bounds Jackson, 32, developed a passion for journalism at a young age. In seventh grade, she had a high school journalism teacher who doubled as the local newspaper’s editor. “She really encouraged me with my writing and gave me opportunities to work for the paper early on,” she said. “Writing is therapeutic to me, and I love the thrill of working breaking news and telling people what’s happening.” Bishopville is also the hometown of her husband, Brian Jackson, 35. “We grew up together and went on our first date when I was just 14,” Bounds Jackson said. The two have been married for nine years, and before having kids they could be spotted at Harold’s Country Club in Yemassee or wearing clever costumes at their friends’ annual Halloween party. Bounds Jackson’s first job out of college was at WJWJ-TV in Beaufort, which was a regional station of SCETV. She worked there for a year and then became the Lowcountry reporter for WSAV-TV in Savannah, and then the anchor for the 5 p.m. news; she was at WSAV for more than seven years. After the birth of their first child, Sofie Beth, “I thought I needed a schedule change so I spent a brief time in public relations, but I found myself still itching to cover news whenever it broke,” she said. So she jumped on the opportunity to report for WFLA-TV in Tampa. For two years, she worked as the Polk County reporter and the family lived in Lakeland, Fla., which they enjoyed because it was very family-oriented and a short drive from Disney World. But during their second summer in Florida, they vacationed on Fripp Island for a week during the Beaufort Water Festival. “Brian and I were sitting on the deck of Saltus, watching Deas Guyz perform from a distance,” Bounds Jackson recalled. “He looked at me and said, ‘We’ve gotta get back here.’ Three weeks later he was interviewing for the business banker role with Bank of America on Hilton Head.” Once Brian was locking in his job, Bounds Jackson called her former news director at WSAV to see if there was a chance at coming back. “I’ll never forget the warmth I felt when he said, ‘You can start tomorrow.’ People ask if it felt like I never left and that’s certainly the case. My mailbox was still in the news-
Holly Bounds Jackson and her husband, Brian, take a family photo with their daughters Sofie Beth, 3, and Glory, 2 months.
room and my curling iron was still in the makeup room. I guess they knew I’d be back.” The family moved to Moss Creek in December 2015, and recently celebrated the birth of a new baby girl, Glory, who is 2 months old. Juggling schedules as a working mom with two young children is extremely hard, Bounds Jackson admitted, and she is thankful that Brian is a great dad. When Sofie Beth, 3, started at Cross Schools in Bluffton, Brian accidentally became a lunchbox sandwich artist and his creations have been a hit with not only her but her teachers and all of Bounds Jackson’s friends on social media. She said she made a New Year’s resolution to pack an awesome lunch once a week. She did OK for about three weeks, but one night she was too tired so Brian said he’d pack Sofie Beth’s lunch. “I woke up the next morning and discovered a masterpiece of a sandwich! I couldn’t believe it,” said Bounds Jackson with a smile. “It’s really pretty hilarious and he’d be embarrassed if I told how much time he’s spent
Above and top left: When Sofie Beth, 3, started at Cross Schools in Bluffton, Holly Bounds Jackson’s husband, Brian, accidentally became a lunchbox sandwich artist and his creations have been a hit not only with his daughter, but also with her teachers and their friends on social media. All photos provided.
on a PB&J before.” Bounds Jackson said she feels fortunate to be back in Beaufort County and working at a job she enjoys and raising her family in such a special place. “There’s something about the Lowcoun-
try that I haven’t been able to find anywhere else,” she said. “The people are so thoughtful and down-to-earth. They genuinely care about those around them and I want to always surround myself with those kind of folks, if I can.”
AROUND TOWN
Students volunteer to help the needy
United Way of the Lowcountry recently coordinated the 17th Annual Catholic HEART Work Camp. More than 350 students from across the nation were in the Lowcountry to lend their time and talents to helping make life better for elderly, disabled and families in need throughout Beaufort and Jasper counties. During the Catholic HEART (Helping Everyone Attain Repairs Today) Work Camp program, the students, along with 100plus adult leaders and five local volunteers worked together on at least 55 projects throughout the community. Work ranged from yard work and minor repairs to installing handicap ramps. In addition to working on residential homes, some of the groups worked on projects with agencies throughout the community. Student volunteers come from all over the country, and were housed at the Hardeeville School Complex. "The young people did simple home repairs including painting, yard work, cleaning, repairing screens and anything else that is difficult for an elderly or handicapped person to accomplish. It's a wonderful group of kids who have their hearts in the right place," said Bethany Marcinkowski, United
TRIKES FOR TWINS
Twin boys, Nolan and Noah Daise, received new therapeutic tricycles recently from the Little Red Dog Foundation, based in Beaufort. They attend Creative Beginnings Two Day Care Center on St. Helena Island and are pictured here with their mom, Alice Lucas, their therapist, Frances Cherry, and their teacher, Megan Wallace. The Little Red Dog Foundation, a nonprofit committed to helping people in the Lowcountry who have motion challenges, is also donating two tricycles to the center for other children who attend. The bikes help strengthen muscles, help with balance and coordination and patterning. Photo courtesy of Little Red Dog Foundation.
Eco Campers get new binoculars
From top: These are some of the more than 350 students who attended the 17th Annual Catholic HEART Work Camp; professionals helped some of the students with home repairs; students did a variety of home repairs, including painting. Photos courtesy of the United Way.
Way of the Lowcountry's director of Education Impact. "This program's mission is to revitalize communities and beautify homes of the elderly, the disabled and those who cannot afford needed
repairs," said Marcinkowski. "It is such a pleasure to see the spirit of this group; it is so genuine. … At the end of the day, our local elderly and disabled residents enjoy safer and more attractive housing."
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The Beaufort Conservation District recently purchased student binoculars with a Lowcountry RC&D Youth Grant. Annually Lowcountry RC & D (Resource Conservation & Development) offer youth education grants through seed sales for wildlife habitats. The conservation district staff takes school groups and Eco Campers on hikes and wanted to avoid asking children to borrow binoculars from their parents. Some of the binoculars were used at Port Royal’s Birthday for the Birds in May. This is Eco Camp’s 27th year. The theme is “Become an Eco Jedi,” and campers learn how our everyday actions can affect area water quality. Camp will be the last week
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in July and sign up is ongoing. For information, call 843-522-8100, email bswcd@islc.net or visit www.beaufortconservationdistrict.org.
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AROUND TOWN & WINE
Family and friends hold annual parade in Lands End
From left: Jacob Oswald, Clay Bird, Jacy Oswald holding “Bubba” and Joe Oswald with their Beatles themed golf cart entry. Their golf cart won second place. Photo by Joan Brewer.
The Lands End 4th of July parade is always a hit on St. Helena Island. Mary Young and Grace Brodie, of Lands End, started the annual 4th of July weekend parade back in 1982. The 2016 theme was “Lands End Generations of Fun” and the Grand Marshal was Pat Thomas. The 2017 theme will be “Celebrating the American Dream.” There were winners in six categories: Overall winner: “Lands End School Bus” with the Bo Bovard family Walker winner: “Generations of Fun Transportation” with the Godley-Groens family Bicycle winner: “Peels on Wheels” with John and Luke Peel Golf Cart winner: “Circa 1776” with O”Neal and Santa Ana Float winner: “Generations of Freedom” with Monty Bates Other winner: “Blast from Past into Future” with Mausha Ulmer
From top: Pat and Rhesa Thomas wave to the crowd at Lands End on St. Helena Island; Scott Ulmer gets his red, white and blue on at the Lands End parade on St. Helena Island. Photos by Sue Jarrett.
A blend is a blend…
With all the wines we’ve discussed, we’ve enjoyed some nice blends, from assorted wine regions in assorted states and countries. And, most importantly, we’ve enjoyed those from assorted grape varieties. That by itself is one of the best things about blends. We don’t have to pick just one grape variety. We can pick a style - heavier, lighter, richer and bolder, milder and softer; as well as a texture - thick, juicy, tannic, smooth - and, last but not least, a set of flavors - berries or other fruits, spices, earth tones. Bottom line is, with all of these choices, blends have always been really good to us. Hopefully, another one this week will just add to our choices. For our wine this week, we are going to Washington State. Washington is the second largest wine-producing state, after California. There are over 900 wineries in the state and more than 350 grape growers. They grow more than 40 different grape varieties on more than 50,000 acres of vineyards. And, there are 14 AVAs. The wines are 51 percent red and 49 percent white. Production is about 16 million cases a year. The wine industry brings in more than $5 billion a year. The majority of Washington wines fall into the premium wine market category, which, according to their definition, means they sell for $8 dollars a bottle and up. One of the interesting things about Washington State wines is that the perception of them is that they do not excel at any one grape variety. Like Napa is known for Cabernet, Australia is known for Shiraz, Germany is known for Riesling, Chablis is known for Chardonnay. Also, there is a perception of Washington wines that they tend to be more expensive than other New World wines. Strange, because the two biggest producers (Chateau Ste Michelle and Columbia Crest) focus their production on value-priced wines. Oh, well. Guess part of our job is to help adjust some of these mis-perceptions. All of which, gets us to our winery for this week: Columbia Crest. This winery opened in
Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor & Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.
1983, in the heart of what is now the Horse Heaven Hills AVA on the Columbia River in Eastern Washington. Today, Columbia Crest is the state’s largest winery. They produce three tiers, levels, of wines. The “reserve” runs for $30 to $40 and more. The “H3” wines run about $15 to $20. And, last but not least, the “grand estates,” that run $12 or so. The Columbia Crest Grand Estate Red Blend is our wine for this week. The summer of the 2013 vintage was one of the warmest in Washington State in the last decade. Slightly cooler temperatures and rains in September helped to slow down the ripening. Thus little bit of extra time on the vines gave the grapes spectacular fruit characteristics and flavors. The blend for this wine is 51 percent Merlot, 30 percent Cabernet Franc, 8 percent Malbec, 8 percent Petit Verdot, 2 percent Cabernet Sauvignon and 1 percent Syrah. Fermentation was done separately for each variety, with six to 10 days of skin contact. After fermentation, the blend was made and aged 41 percent in new French oak, 8 percent in new American oak, and 51 percent in neutral barrels. It is a complex red wine, with layers of textures and flavors than we’ve learned to expect with blends. There are black cherry and dark berry flavors, black licorice, cocoa powder, coffee and spicy notes. And there are some earthy tones. The texture is rich and supple and glides along your tongue. It’s perfect for easy hot-weather sipping and it’s just $8.99. Sure a blend is a blend. But, some we like better than others. Enjoy.
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Politics often meet Beaufort County traffic jams Government isn’t bad at making plans, but its plans rarely get implemented without a firm push from the outside. These pushes come most often from constituent groups, but reasonable requests from campaign donors and threats from lawyers sometimes work too. Occasionally an elected official advances a pet project, but that’s rare. Mostly government runs by crisis management. Another rarity is the roadway improvement project that isn’t opposed by one or more neighborhood groups. We all drive cars. We all hate to wait. In places that are growing – like Beaufort County – the number of cars on the roads grows by two-plus for every residential building unit that is permitted. Thus local motorists are a growing constituent group. And when they get fed up they easily outmuscle all but the most effective of opponents. What follows here are three Beaufort County roadway improvement projects that are currently in limbo awaiting a strong enough road rage-inspired push from local motorists, from us. They are the Windmill Harbor crash zone entrance to U.S. 278 on Hilton Head Island, the wacky Buckwalter Parkway detour of the Bluffton Parkway in Bluffton and the embattled Third Crossing in northern Beaufort County. Let’s start with Bluffton. Beaufort County’s engineers say the $45 million flyover that will facilitate off-island Hilton Head traffic getting onto the Bluffton Parkway will soon be open. This improvement will lift traffic from U.S. 278 and send it down the Bluffton Parkway.
Bill Rauch was the mayor of Beaufort from 1999-2008. Email Bill at TheRauchReport@gmail.com.
But a couple of miles down the Bluffton Parkway the fourlane road stops dead at Hampton Hall’s doorstep and goes onto what feels like a detour before the Parkway resumes a mile or so later. A problem now, the Hampton Hall bottleneck will increase with the opening of the flyover. Insiders say the town of Bluffton could have easily avoided this snafu had it been willing to impose its solution via a development agreement provision for Hampton Hall. Hampton Hall wanted the Bluffton Parkway to stop at the development’s doorstep, and incredibly the town’s negotiators went along with his plan. Fixing that "detour" faces opposition from Hampton Hall developer John Reed, Beaufort County Council member Cynthia Bensch and some residents of Rose Hill. The project was on the previous penny sales tax that passed, but when needed matching money from impact fees came up short it was scuttled. The project is currently parked and out of gas. The Third Crossing between Port Royal Island and Lady’s Island was on the last penny sales tax referendum too with a $5 million price tag. The money was supposed to buy a plan, and the beginnings of permitting and land acquisition. But after the half-million dollar plan showed that the bridge should be from Brickyard to Perryclear, the uproar from
The westbound Bluffton Parkway as it dead ends into Hampton Hall is shown here. The cars shown here exiting to the right are following the "detour." Photo by Bill Rauch.
those who now live in peaceful seclusion along the proposed new corridor was loud enough – and the voices of Beaufort and Port Royal’s leaderships were faint enough – that the county stalled the project and spent the rest of the money elsewhere. Now, however, rush hour traffic frustrations on the Woods and McTeer bridges will be increased by the coming Lady’s Island Walmart, as they are every day by the steady stream of building permits being issued for Lady’s, St. Helena and Coosaw Island projects. Moreover, the construction on Boundary Street has caused the
traffic counts on the Parris Island Gateway corridor to increase, giving Port Royal a glimpse of the future. “When the Woods Bridge is down,” Town Manager Vann Willis said last week, “it’s chaos over here.” With traffic increasing, and no other alternatives, the question is: When will the Third Crossing plans come off the shelf? The U.S. 278 at Windmill Harbor intersection – long a hazard – is the subject of a $7 million allocation on the November capital improvements penny sales tax measure. But without an aggressive cam-
paign behind it the measure will probably fail, and there is no sign now that any campaign will be run. The Windmill Harbor intersection is another vestige from the days, as Council Chairman Paul Sommerville said last week, “when the developers ran the county.” The intersection’s improvement has been hindered by opposition from, incredibly, Sea Pines, which has opposed it because it means another stoplight to hold them up drivers’ way to I-95. All three of these projects have gotten in one form or fashion “the push,” but not as yet one strong and sustained enough to cause concrete to be poured.
Summertime desserts brings back memories Now what?
HIGHLIGHTING DAILY LIFE OBSERVATIONS
Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career. A former commercial banker responsible for helping her clients to reach their business objectives, Scott now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She recently moved to St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels. She enjoys boating, traveling and reading.
My freezer has taken on its own summertime look now. Instead of frozen banana bread and pumpkin pie, it is filled with assorted summer desserts. There are boxes of popsicles and ice cream sandwiches sitting waiting to be opened. The vanilla ice cream is ready to be scooped out into the newly purchased cones. There is also some chocolate syrup sitting in the refrigerator, along with a can of whipped cream for ice cream sundaes. Of course, as with everything, I have my own personal favorite: coffee ice cream in a traditional cake cone. But I always keep some of the sugar cones available for visitors
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with different tastes. This change in desserts makes sense considering the heat and humidity around us. It begs the need for cold treats. In the winter, the apple pies and cakes are popular. But in the summertime, it is normal to migrate to the frozen section in the grocery store and look for those long plastic strips of frozen juice, the ones where you cut off the end and start sucking on the frozen juice. It was different when I was little. My mother would pour orange juice or red Kool-Aid into ice-cube trays and put them in the freezer. Presto, homemade flavored ice cubes. They were a great summer treat.
“Of course, it would not officially be summertime unless one started it out with an ice cream headache or brain freeze as we used to call them.” It seems that this frozen art seems to have disappeared along with ice-cube trays. She also had Tupperware molds to make homemade popsicles. Of course, it would not officially be summertime unless one started it out with an ice cream headache or brain freeze as we used to call them. They occur when you have that first Firecracker Ice Pop or hot fudge sundae of the summer and devour it too fast. All of a sudden you feel your head wanting to ex-
plode. My mother would always have us press our fist hard against our forehead. I am not sure if there is any science to this method or whether it just got our mind off of the pain. But once it happens, you suddenly remember to NOT eat anything cold too fast for the rest of the summer (although you will most likely do the same thing next year). So enjoy your summer desserts and remember to slow down when you eat. That first bite of banana split can really hurt!
SCHOOLS SCHOOL BRIEFS ter being evaluated and approved by a review team from Franklin Covey Co.
Whale Branch seniors earn associate degrees
From left, Beaufort County students Halli Noid, Savannah Thomas and Jay McBrayer were among 47 rising high school juniors and seniors from across South Carolina who recently participated in the South Carolina Farm Bureau Federation’s 2016 Youth Leadership Conference in Newberry. The conference, held on the Campus of Newberry College, allowed students to gain valuable leadership skills, a better understanding of SC agriculture and of the South Carolina legislative process.
Jimenez named to Coker College Dean's List
Omar Govea Jimenez, of Bluffton, has been named to the spring 2016 Dean's List at Coker College for earning a 3.75 or higher grade point average (on a 4.0 scale).
Coosa Elementary earns international recognition
Coosa Elementary School has earned international recognition for the quality of its student leadership program based on the best-selling book “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” The prestigious recognition comes from the Franklin Covey Co., the worldwide consulting and training group that works with businesses and other institutions to improve performance. Covey wrote “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” and the book’s leadership principles have been adapted for young children and used to guide schools in developing Leader in Me educational programs in more than 150 countries. Of 2,524 Leader in Me schools worldwide, only 206 have achieved Lighthouse status af-
A record 15 Whale Branch Early College High School seniors received two-year college associate’s degrees two weeks before they received their South Carolina high school diplomas. The students took advantage of a partnership with the Technical College of the Lowcountry that allows Whale Branch students to take college courses – and earn two-year associate’s degrees – while still in high school, and at no cost to themselves or their parents.
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Beaufort County schools win arts grants
Five Beaufort County schools have won more than $52,000 in grants to enhance arts education in their classrooms, the South Carolina Arts Commission has announced. Only one South Carolina school district – Richland District 1 in Columbia – had more 2016 grant winners than Beaufort County. The five schools were Beaufort Middle School ($9,437, eighth grant); Mossy Oaks Elementary ($12,883, first grant); Lady’s Island Elementary ($11,509, sixth grant); Lady’s Island Middle ($8,327, third grant); and Hilton Head Island School for the Creative Arts ($10,799, fourteenth grant).
Beaufort High ROTC brings home award
Beaufort High School’s U.S. Air Force JROTC unit won the district’s 2016 Superintendent’s Cup. The 2016 Cup was awarded after cadets from all five district high schools competed in a drill team exhibition. Judges scored the cadet teams based on their military appearance, precision, execution of movement, originality and time of routine. The drill team competition was part of the 2016 JROTC Dining-In, a formal dinner for members of military organizations or units.
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Bluffton High School lineman Tyler Lindo won two events at the Lugoff Big Man Challenge on June 29. Earlier in June, the Bluffton football program won the 7-on-7 South Carolina state championship.The Bobcats will take the field for a 2016 season opener in August. Photo courtesy of Bluffton Bobcat Football.
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Lampright headed into second year at Winthrop
Beaufort High School graduate Celene Lampright is headed into her sophomore year at Winthrop University. Lampright is poised to begin her second campaign as a Winthrop University cheerleader. The Beaufort High School graduate completed her freshman year at Winthrop University recently. She was one of the young- Celene Lampright est members of the Winthrop University cheerleading squad in the 2015-16 school year. The Winthrop University cheerleading program features student-athletes from throughout South Carolina.
(USTA) level-three tournament, the Dataw Splash was sanctioned by the Southern South Carolina region of the United States Tennis Association and was held at the Dataw Island Tennis Center overlooking the scenic marshes of Jenkins Creek. With over 135 participants, competition was intense throughout the weekend as players battled heat, rain and each other to win bragging rights. “The Splash has been an integral part of the Beaufort Lowcountry tennis scene for over a decade now,” Warren Florence, tennis director at Dataw Island said. “It’s growing every year and Dataw Island takes pride in putting on such a great event.” All proceeds of this event will go to benefit Soar Special Recreation, a nonprofit organization providing Special Olympics sports training and competition as well as many other activities and recreation opportunities for special needs children and adults throughout the Lowcountry of South Carolina. This year’s title sponsor was Southern Tree Services. Other sponsors included: Butler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Foolish Frog, Grayco, Logan Homes, Lowcountry Real Estate, Yamaha, BB&T, Gilbert Law Firm, Spectrum Printing, US Foods, Carolina Sports Care, Farm City Flowers, Redcap, Sweetgrass Restaurant and Verity Investment Partners.
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Dataw Island Club hosts Splash tourney
The Dataw Island Club hosted the 2016 Dataw Splash from June 17-19. A United States Tennis Association
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More than 135 tennis players took part in the 2016 Dataw Splash tournament.
WHAT TO DO SOBA to host Local Color exhibit
The Society of Bluffton Arts Gallery will host Local Color, an exhibit of work by Lauren Terrett. An opening reception will be held from 5-7 p.m. Friday, July 8, at the SOBA Gallery at the corner of Church and Calhoun streets in Bluffton. Call 843-757-6586 or visit www.sobagallery.com.
Penn Center to host The Water’s Edge
The Water's Edge, an Exhibit of Work by Diane Britton Dunham, will be on display from Friday, July 8, through Saturday, Oct. 29, at the York Bailey Museum at the Penn Center. An opening reception will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Friday, July 15, with live music by Phil Griffin. Call 843-838-2432.
Shrimp fest set for July 14-15
The Bluffton Sunset Party Series continues with its third big event this summer. The May River Shrimp Festival is a two-day feast of local shrimp, seafood, arts and music. The May River Shrimp Festival will be held from 5-9 p.m. Thursday, July 14, and from 4-9 p.m. Friday, July 15, at the Bluffton Oyster Factory Park. Entertainers scheduled to perform include Executrix & The Chiggers on Thursday with Souls Harbour and The Horan Brothers Band on Friday. “The May River Shrimp Festival is our marquee Bluffton Sunset Party," said Mark Weisner, event organizer. “This year’s festival will begin Thursday with the Arts Fair where local artists will be showcasing and selling their artwork to
Plaza Stadium Theater Lions Club to hold pancake breakfast Friday, July 8-Thursday, July 14 The BFG: rated PG Daily at 11:45, 2:10, 4:35, 7, 9:15 Legend of Tarzan: rated PG13 Daily at 11:45, 2, 4:15, 7, 9:15 The Purge 3: rated R Daily at noon, 2:10, 4:20, 7, 9:10 Finding Dory: rated PG Daily at 11:45, 2, 4:15, 7, 9:05 The Secret Life of Pets: rated PG Daily at noon, 2, 4, 7, 9
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the public.” There will also be a Kidz Zone, a craft beer garden and more. “Our shrimp and seafood festival is a celebration of the summer in Bluffton and all of the things we love about it: delicious shrimp and seafood caught in our backyard and a chance to enjoy it with our friends, family and neighbors on the beautiful backdrop of the May River with amazing sunset views,” said Weisner. All ages are welcome. Come by boat, bike or golf cart. Fest-goers are welcome to party with their (leashed) pooch and to bring lawn chairs. No outside food or drinks will be allowed. Aside from the Kidz Zone, additional activities for children include face painting and more. A percentage of proceeds from the Bluffton Sunset Parties go to benefit local area charities. Tickets are $5 at the door, while children 12 and under get in for free. Bluffton Sunset Parties are sponsored by River Dog Brewing Company, Coastal States Bank, Sport Clips, Advanced Integrated Controls, Bare Foot Wines, Hilton Head Honda, Angry Orchard Cider and I2 Recycle. Visit www. blufftonsunsetparty.com or call Bear Foot Sports at 843-757-8520.
The Beaufort Lions Club will hold a pancake breakfast from 8-11 a.m. Saturday, July 16, at the Sea Island Presbyterian church, 81 Lady's Island Drive. There will be pancakes, eggs, sausage, grits, coffee and juice. The cost is $6 for adults and $3 for children. There will be a collection box at the breakfast for unneeded eye glasses, hearing aids and cell phones. One of the club’s many projects this past school year was to screen the eyes of more than 5,000 children. Call 843-524-8984.
Veterans job fair coming to Port Royal
A VETSHired hiring fair for veterans will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, at AMVETS Post 70 at 1831 Ribaut Road in Port Royal. There will be resume services, career mentorship, information on self-employment, entrepreneur mentoring, VA benefits review and counseling and employment opportunities. Participants can pre-register at www.vetswork.net or by calling 978-973-0025.
Parent Café offered at Hope Haven
Hope Haven of the Lowcountry, the local children’s advocacy and rape crisis center, is hosting Parent Café, a parenting support group, at 6 p.m. every Wednesday at CAPA’s Parenting Center. Parent Café engages parents in meaningful conversations about their families and how to strengthen that family by building protective factors. The goals of Parent Café are to: reduce stress/increase peace and well-being, increase parenting
knowledge and skills, build protective factors, facilitate meaningful relationships and bonding/community-building, and provide opportunities for parent leadership. Parent Café is open to the public. Participants can register by calling Dee Scott at 843-524-2256 or emailing her at hope20@hopehavenlc.org.
Libraries offer fun, informative programs
The Beaufort County Library system provides a wide variety of programming. Here are some upcoming events at libraries throughout Beaufort County: • Red, White, and Blue Art: Ever wonder what’s inside of a baseball or why some things bounce? This program allows children ages 5 and up to explore the science of sports. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. When/where: 4 p.m. Friday, July 8, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena, 843-255-6540 • Family Movie Matinee: Watch a popular sports movie with your family. When/where: 3 p.m., Monday, July 11, Beaufort Branch Library at 311 Scott St. Call 843-255-6435 for the title. • Internet Safety for Adults: Learn how you can protect yourself online, how to set up email and how to safely open and send attachments or save. When/where 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 12, Computer Lab, St. Helena Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road. Call 843-255-6487. • Live Action Pac-Man: Teens and "tweens," can you outrun the ghosts in this live action version of Pac Man? Get in the game to outrun Inky, Blinky, Pinky and Clyde or it's game over. This program is suitable for children ages 10 and up.
When/where: 4 p.m. Thursday, July 14, Bluffton Library, 120 Palmetto Way, 843-255-6501 • Hip Hop for Beginners: Learn basic hip-hop dance moves from Beaufort's own local instructor, Kimani Carpenter, of the Larew Dance Centre. Teens of all levels of dance are welcome. Space is limited and registration is required. When/where: 5 p.m. Thursday, July 14, Beaufort Branch Library, 311 Scott St. Contact Cat Williams at cwilliams@bcgov.net or 843-255-6441. • Wii Pentathlon for Kids: Drop in and compete against your age group in the Wii’s Summer Olympics Pentathalon. This program is for ages 6-11. When/where: Noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16, Hilton Head Library, 11 Beach City Road. Contact Greg Crispell at 843-255-6529, gcrispell@bcgov.net. • Professor Whizzpop: This magic show is for all ages. When/where: 3 p.m. Monday, July 18, Beaufort Library, 311 Scott St. Call 843-255-6435 or email cwilliams@bcgov.net.
Arts Council offers glass fusing program
The Beaufort Arts Council will hold Glass Fusing for Beginners – Plates at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 9. In this one-day class, students will learn how to cut glass and assemble it into an artistic pattern that will be fused into an 8-inch square dish that participants can take home and use. Topics to be discussed will include different types of glass, safety, the science of glass fusing and the amazing potential of fused glass. All students must wear closed toe shoes. Safety equipment and glass cutting tools will be supplied. The Beaufort Arts Council is at 916 Port Republic St. in Beaufort. Call 843-379-2787.
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(BACK ROW) Carl Derrick III, M.D.; Nicholas Dardes, D.O.; Dan Smith, D.O. (FRONT ROW) Veronica Smalheiser, ANP-BC; Robert Parrick, D.O.; Jenny Martin, NP-C; Craig Floyd, M.D.; Erin Scott, ANP-BC
At Lowcountry Medical Group, our board-certified internists Drs. Nicholas Dardes, F. Carl Derrick III and Robert Parrick and family medicine specialists Drs. Craig Floyd and Dan Smith — along with their team of certified nurse practitioners Jennifer Martin, Pauline Phillips, Erin Scott and Veronica Smalheiser — are currently accepting new patients. Committed to providing excellence in care for the past 19 years, Beaufort Memorial Lowcountry Medical Group offers a full range of general adult outpatient medical services, from diagnosis and treatment to case management and total coordination of care across the life spectrum. In addition to primary care physicians and nurse practitioners, the practice also includes specialists in gastroenterology, gynecology, cardiology and neurology.
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