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MEET THE CANDIDATES Primary to be held Tuesday, June 14th from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

COMMENTARY

Penny tax measures find meager support

By Bill Rauch

Jenny Horne

Mark Sanford

A. McCall-Tanner

Duffie Stone

Cynthia Bensch

Mike Covert

William Smith

York Glover

Bill Bowers

Curtis Brantley

John Polk

Shedron Williams

Grahame Holmes

Michael Rivers

US Congress 1st Dist

County Council Dist 3

US Congress 1st Dist

State House Dist 122

As the political climate heats up nationwide, voters in Beaufort County will take to the polls for statewide primary elections on Tuesday, June 14. The list of candidates running for a handful of local and state positions ranges from Beaufort County

14th Circuit Solicitor

State House Dist 122

Council, 14th Circuit Solicitor, SC House of Representatives, and U.S. Congress. Here are the responses, provided by the candidates, to questions asked by the paper in order to provide readers with more information before casting their votes.

14th Circuit Solicitor

State House Dist 122

County Council Dist 7

State House Dist 122

Polls will be open June 14 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. New voter photo identification requirements are in effect, so don't forget to have one of the following: state driver's license, ID card issued by S.C. Department of Motor Vehicle, S.C. Voter Registra-

County Council Dist 7

State House Dist 121

tion Card with Photo, Federal Military ID, or U.S. Passport, on hand to show to the local poll workers.

For more information about polling locations or voter registration, visit the Board of Voter

County Council Dist 3

State House Dist 121

Registration and Elections of Beaufort County at bcgov.net. Make your voice heard this year and vote for the elected officials you believe will best represent the needs of Beaufort County citizens.

To meet the candidates, see ELECTION, pages A4-7

Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department earns federal grant for safety breathing equipment A federal grant will enable the Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department to buy 34 much-needed self-contained breathing packs to replace all the front-line units for firefighter safety.

The Beaufort-Port Royal Fire Department received a $217,724 grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Coupled

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with $21,772 from the fire department, 34 of the oldest breathing units will be replaced, Fire Chief Reece Bertholf said.

“When it comes to firefighting, the dangers of smoke, chemicals, and heat to the firefighter are clearly understood,” he said. “This equipment is vital to the personal protective gear used

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by our firefighters as it protects their respiratory system in a variety of dangerous situations.”

The new units will be compatible with the department’s older equipment but will be updated to the current national firefighting standards and industry norms, Bertholf said.

The Federal Assistance

to Firefighters grant will speed up by 50 percent Chief Bertholf ’s 10-year protective gear replacement plan. “Now we will be able to focus funds on other areas of our personnel protective clothing program that would have been needed to buy the breathing safety equipment,” he said.

The grant is being incor-

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porated into the FY2017 budget process and will be executed within the next 12 months.

“Our firefighters are excited to work with new equipmen,” Bertholf said.

“I am grateful for the support of our community and the federal grant program to assist us in providing for the needs of our firefighters.”

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Before 2016’s penny sales tax questions are even on the ballot both look DOA with the voters.

The school district’s ask looks preliminarily like it will be for $282 million over ten Bill Rauch years while the county will be seeking about $120 million over four years. Neither list will be final for another month or so.

But the problem is neither group seems to care much whether their measure passes. County Council members say things like “Our approach is to let the voters decide.”

Or, “Well this is the list the committee came up with.” Or, “Some of this list is pure pork.” While some School Board members say things like, “Nobody’s going to vote for it because nobody trusts the Superintendent.”

Why bother? Why encourage the voters to get into the habit of voting these measures down? If it’s a dud, it’s not too late to jettison the whole program.

A major – but certainly not the only – culprit is Hilton Head Island.

Once Beaufort County’s financial powerhouse, its position as such is weakening. But its leadership speaks more stridently than ever.

For the county’s penny sales tax measure Hilton Head proposed - among other improvements - an “Arts, Entertainment & Cultural Campus” for $6.2 million. But there’s been no study made nor plan developed for where this campus would go, what would be there, or how it would operate. (The Town’s See TAX, page A7

LOCAL NEWS & BUSINESS

Bluffton-based national e-retailer receives Woman Owned Small Business Certification Laurie Brown, founder and owner of Aunt Laurie’s (www.AuntLauries.com) has recently been certified by the Small Business Administration (SBA) as a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB).

Aunt Laurie’s is a Bluffton-based national e-retailer committed to helping people with special needs by offering a unique collection of products and gifts made, assembled and/or packaged by individuals with disabilities. Aunt Laurie’s gift baskets and gift sets, which come in a number of different themes for all occasions, are hand-assembled by individuals with disabilities at the South Carolina Vocational Rehabilitation Center in Beaufort – giving workers the opportunity to learn job skills, and gain a sense of purpose, through Aunt Laurie’s.

Their vision is to inspire others to acknowledge the human value in everyone. One gift at a time.

The United States Business

Pictured is a baker of the dog biscuits. Photo courtesy of Waggie’s.

Registration has certified that Aunt Laurie’s has successfully met the SBA’s standards as a Woman Owned Small Business (WOSB Certification.) This certification affirms the business is woman-owned, operated, controlled and is verified. The SBA certifi-

cation program creates significant contract opportunities for women entrepreneurs. The program is designed to help more women owned small businesses win federal contracts and thrive in a competitive business environment. It is also intended to help federal agencies meet contracting goals for women owned small businesses.

In addition to being packaged and assembled by local individuals with disabilities at the SC Vocational Rehabilitation Center, each Aunt Laurie’s gift basket or gift set contains an assortment of top quality gift products that have been hand-crafted, designed and/or made by organizations all around the country, many who employ individuals with disabilities. The gift baskets themselves are actually handmade the SCVR center as well.

Since launching Aunt Laurie's in March 2015 after a long career

in the corporate world, Laurie has created a number of strategic relationships with organizations locally and nationwide employing those with disabilities, including Programs for Exceptional People, Extraordinary Ventures, Berry Towne Crafts, Coffee With a Cause, SMILE Biscotti, The Chocolate Spectrum, ScentsAbility, and Waggies by Maggie and Friends – all of which produce some of the products used in Aunt Laurie’s unique gift sets.

Brown also supports many local non-profits such as Heroes on Horseback, Special Olympics, Palmetto Animal League, AFA Academy, and SOAR by offering special promotions and volunteering her time.

Aunt Laurie's gift baskets can be customized and personalized for all occasions. Themed gift baskets include all holidays, Lowcountry, just dogs, lavender lover.

The Literacy Center Town of Bluffton to host heirs' property seminar raises almost $28,000 What is Heirs’ Property? the land became heirs’ properproperty? I don’t live ty. Often the family members with help of community on“Heirs’ heirs’ property. I live on land didn’t know that. that my grandfather left my father and my father left me. I pay the taxes, so I own it.”

Many people come into the Center believing that they own their land when they don’t.

They only own a percentage of the land as one of many heirs.

Others come into the Center thinking that they live on heirs’ property, when they don’t. So… What is heirs’ property?

In the Lowcountry, heirs’ property (HP) is mostly rural land owned by African Americans who either purchased or were deeded land after the Civil War. Historically, HP owners were routinely denied access to the legal system; could not afford to pay for legal services, and didn’t understand or trust the legal system. As a result, much of this land was passed down through the generations without the benefit of a written Will, or the Will was not probated within the 10 years required

by SC law to make it valid – so

The Tom and Carol Tucker Family

Students, volunteers, staff and Board Members at The Literacy Center would like to thank everyone who participated in the first-ever Tucker Family Literacy

Challenge. Almost $28,000 was raised for families with low literacy skills in the community. The Literacy Center is located at 1-B Kittie's Landing Way in Bluffton, SC.

“The Tucker family is grateful for the response to our challenge. The gift of reading and writing is one which most of us take for granted — until we see the work which The Literacy Center does for so many of our neighbors! What a wonderful organization, worthy of all the support it received. On behalf of our family, thank you!”

The Tom and Carol Tucker Family

Heirs’ property is land owned “in common” (known as tenants in common) by all of the heirs, regardless of whether they live on the land; pay the taxes or have never set foot on the land.

Why is this a risky way to own land?

Heirs’ property ownership is risky because the land can be easily lost. Any heir can sell his/her percentage of ownership to another who can force a sale of the entire property in the courts.

The Town of Bluffton is hosting an heirs’ property seminar on Monday, June 20, 2016, from 6-8 p.m. at the Bluffton Town Hall, located at 20 Bridge Street. The seminar is being presented in conjunction with the Center for Heirs’ Property Preservation. Please share this with your friends who may have an interest in this subject. For more information call 843-706-7818 or visit www.heirsproperty.org.

Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce to offer classes & workshops The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce (BCBCC) and SCORE (Service Corps of Retired Executives) will offer a business class focusing on developing a business plan, accessing a business loan and other financial strategies. The class will be held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday on June 20, 22, and 24, 2016 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Classes will be held at the chamber office located at 801 Bladen Street in Beaufort. Cost for the class is $25 which will be reimbursed once the course has been satisfactorily completed.

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce will also present a "Get In The Game" workshop that will help young people prepare for their future. This workshop is for all teens and tweens who would like to learn about saving, credit, goals, and budgets. It will be held at the Lobeco Library located at 1862 Trask Parkway, Lobeco, SC 29931 on June 11, 2016 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.

To enroll in the business class or workshop, call 843986-1102 x 2.

NEWS BRIEFS Mitchelville Beach Park to close for 2016 Beach Nourishment Project

Beginning June 1, 2016 the Town's Mitchelville Beach Park will be closed to public access. The closure is required in order to safely implement the Mitchelville/Fish Haul portion of the Town’s Beach Renourishment Project.

Pipeline and equipment will be delivered to and from the beach via park. The closure is expected to remain in place for up to 3 weeks A2

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and the park will be reopened when it is safe to do so. Project information is available at the Town’s website at www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov.

Dredge to arrive in mouth of Station Creek

Within the next 5 to 7 days, the Weeks Marine, Inc. cutterhead suction dredge CR McCaskill along with attendant tug boats, barges and support vessels are expected to arrive in local waters. The dredge will be temporarily anchored near the mouth of Skull Creek. The

dredge will be taken off tow and will be made ready to commence the Town’s beach renourishment project on or about June 15, 2016.

50,000 feet of submerged pipeline has already been delivered and in upcoming weeks will be deployed near the mouth of Port Royal Sound in support of the project. Pipeline landings on the beach near the Town’s Mitchelville Beach Park and at Port Royal Plantation are expected to be established soon. Project information is available at the Town’s website: www.hiltonheadislandsc.gov.

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Position: U.S. Congress, First District Candidate: Jenny Horne Age: 43 Education: University of South Carolina, B.A., 1994, J.D., 1997 Family: May 11, 1996 married Marc F. Horne, 2 children, Marc Nicholas and Margaret "Maggie" Anderson Current position: South Carolina State Representative for House District 94 What city/town do you call home?

My family has lived in Summerville, South Carolina for 4 generations, and I have lived in Summerville for the past 12 years.

Relevant experience: Chair, Special Laws Subcommittee of House Judiciary Committee, Politico Magazine’s 50 Most Influencers on Government for 2015, 2014 Douglas E. Bryant Legislator of the Year, 2013 recipient of the Bert Cicenia Award for Child Advocacy, 2011 Charleston Regional Business Journal’s Forty Under 40, 2011 S.C. Assoc. of Personal Care Providers Legislator of the Year, 2010 YMCA Legislator of the Year, Legislator of the Year for the South Carolina Campaign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy Why are you running for this position? I am running to be the first ever Republican Congresswoman from the state of South Carolina because I believe that the 1st District needs someone in Washington who will advocate for their needs, not the agenda that the Obama administration has set forth. The people of South Carolina have spoken boldly against shutting down Guantanamo Bay and potentially moving those terrorists to the Brig in Hanahan, SC. We do not want to make the Lowcountry an even bigger target to our enemies, putting at risk innocent lives of South Carolinians. I pledge to never vote for legislation that even hints at putting enemy combatants in our backyard. I also pledge to support the Republican nominee for president. If we do not unite as a party, Hillary Clinton will be our next president and push the Obama administration’s agenda for another 4-8 years. This election is critical to keep politicians in Washington accountable for their voting record.

I ask you to consider voting for me on June 14th.

Candidate: Mark Sanford Incumbent Age: 56 Education: BA from Furman University; MBA from The University of Virginia's Darden School of Business Family: Four sons: Marshall, Landon, Bolton, and Blake Current position: Member of the U.S. Congress representing the 1st District and is seeking re-election for this office How long have you lived in Beaufort County? He grew up in Beaufort and graduated from high school in Beaufort County. His family has had a farm in Northern Beaufort County since before he was born.

What city/town do you call home?

Home is there and Charleston.

What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position?

"I have the taxpayer's perspective. I've a breadth of legislative experience, both having formerly served in the U.S. Congress and as governor that substantiates this viewpoint.”

Why are you running for re-election?

"I believe unless we get our financial house in order in Washington, DC, there will be dire consequences for our standard of living, the value of our currency, future interest rates and the American way of life.”

What do you like most about Beaufort County? "Geography is made special by the people on it, and in that regard, part of my tie to the county is friends I've known over the course of my life. Pat Conroy though was right, there is something unique and sacred about the woods and waters of the Lowcountry and that's just part of what has kept me calling it home for 56 years.”

Position: Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor (Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton, Hampton, and A4

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Allendale counties) Candidate: Angela McCallTanner Age: 42 Education: 1995 graduate of The College of Charleston; 1998 graduate of The University of South Carolina School of Law Family: Married Beaufort County Sheriff P.J. Tanner Current position: Beaufort County Magistrate Judge, since 2014 How long have you lived in Beaufort County? Since 2002 What city/town do you call home?

Bluffton Relevant experience: My first real job out of law school was right here in Beaufort County. Solicitor Randolph Murdaugh III hired me as Beaufort County’s first female Assistant Solicitor in 1999.

In 2006 Solicitor Stone promoted me to Deputy Solicitor. I took on the new role as supervisor and major case trial lawyer where I excelled. During these years as Deputy Solicitor, I earned the reputation as an aggressive but fair-minded prosecutor. I was also cross appointed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office which allowed me to work alongside the federal agencies and prosecutors. I was the only attorney in the five county office with this authority. I have since worked in private practice where I handled domestic matters. I have also held the position of Chief of Staff with the Bluffton Police Department. In March 2014 I was recommended for the position of Magistrate Judge

by Senator Tom Davis, confirmed by the South Carolina Senate, and appointed

by Governor Nikki Haley.

What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position?

“While my passion for being a prosecutor never left me, I am thankful to have held these other positions because it granted me an unparalleled opportunity for a wider perspective and appreciation for all parts of the criminal justice system. I feel that this makes me the most qualified and most experienced candidate for the position of solicitor.”

Why are you running for this position? “I am running for the position of Solicitor for the 14th Circuit because across our five counties there has been a call for change from those who are in the best position to know what is actually going on within our system — lawyers, judges, law enforcement officers, and victim service providers. These calls for change are coming from very diverse and wide ranging interests. I feel I can fix what is broken. I have spent my career building relationships and working with diverse groups in order to seek justice. I have maintained those relationships with members of the bar, with members of law enforcement, and with the judiciary.

I feel that I am the person best suited to fill the office of solicitor and bring all of these parties to the table to work together and seek justice – for the right reasons and by doing it the right way.”

What do you like most about Beaufort County? “The ‘melting pot’ that is our community. We have such a vast array of cultures and backgrounds in our area.

From locals who grew up on the May River or in a coastal Gullah community, to transplants and retirees from every other state in the Union.”

Candidate: Duffie Stone Incumbent Age: 53 Education: 1985 graduate of Wofford College; 1988 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law Family: Married, three children Current position: Fourteenth Circuit Solicitor, running for re-election How long have you lived in Beaufort County? Since 1997 What city/town do you call home?

Hilton Head Island Relevant experience: “I am a career prosecutor. I went to law school to be a prosecutor. I began in Columbia where I was mentored by and worked with some of the best trial attorneys in the state. In 2006 I became solicitor, the head state prosecutor for Beaufort, Jasper, Colleton, Hampton and Allendale counties. With over 25 years of experience — trying cases in courtrooms throughout the state — I have successfully prosecuted hundreds of criminals in our circuit.”

What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position?

“My long-term perspective compels me to find ways to improve criminal justice.

In 2009 I created the career criminal prosecution unit. This team of lawyers, investigators, victim advocates and

intelligence analysts works together to prosecute repeat offenders — the worst of the worst — who are responsible for the majority of crime. We have convicted over 400 of these criminals, and now other solicitors in South Carolina use the model as well. My office has led the charge to bring domestic violence into state courtrooms with professional prosecutors handling cases. Previously, most batterers in South Carolina were tried in local courts with police officers arguing against seasoned defense lawyers. I worked with the legislature to change the law, and with Governor Nikki Haley for new state funding to ensure a prosecutor for every victim. Keeping up with technology and social media, we brought in SLED-trained analysts to monitor criminal behavior in real time. In 2008 I expanded the Worthless Check Program into Beaufort, Jasper and Colleton counties to collect on bad checks written to area business owners and individuals.

Our office has returned nearly $4 million to victims at NO taxpayer expense.

The Solicitor’s Office intervention program for first-time offenders has an 86% success rate. We made it available for juveniles to prevent them from becoming the next generation of criminals.

Why are you running for this position?

“It has been a privilege to serve our community as your solicitor. I would be honored to have your vote again so that I may continue my work."

Position: Beaufort County Council District 7 Candidate: Cynthia Bensch Incumbent Family: Blend family of 5 children and 15 grandchildren Current position: Beaufort County Council Representative for District 7, running for re-election How long have you lived in Beaufort County? Since 1979 What city/town do you call home?

Bluffton Relevant experience: Retired, and a co-owner of Towne Center and BenschMark Builders; appointed to the State Election Commissioner in 2009 and served until she was elected to Beaufort County Council in 2012. For the Beaufort County Republican Party she served as Vice Chair, Chairman of Issues and Platform Committee, Chairman of fundraising committee, and delegate to state Republican convention for four years What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position? “I voted against tax increases every year on council. I’ve been very vocal about government wasteful spending. I’ve fought for greater transparency and accountability. I ended a 10-year very costly lawsuit with St. Gregory Church, Berkley Hall and the county. I negotiated an agreement with Cleland Construction and the county, prevented lawsuit; prevented Daufuskie Island from losing funding for public waste facility and a grant for public bathrooms in a public park. I passed an ordinance that memorialized Sept. 1 for 8-year-old Kalhil Singleton.

I personally helped citizens resolve tax issues with county.”

Why are you running for this position?

“I will continue efforts for regionalism with Jasper County, Savannah and Beaufort County by voting for membership in the Southern Carolina Alliance, to enable Beaufort County to benefit from the State Commerce Department’s Alliance funding and national and international business opportunities in Beaufort County for better jobs. A local corporation is not eligible for state funding or state business prospects. I will continue to oppose the status quo and will continue opposing funding for 5-B for $42 million, which provides NO ACCESSES to residential areas.

I also oppose transgender bathrooms in Beaufort County schools. I oppose the re-settlement of refugees that are not vetted. I oppose more regulations on citizens to own guns. I oppose ACT 388 for funding schools by second homeowners. I support merit pay for teachers.

I support reducing our corporate tax rate. I support the repeal of OBAMA CARE. I support term limits and more women in government leadership.”

Candidate: Mike Covert Age: 48 Education: Certificate from Ferris State University in EPA; certificate from NIULPE as Chief Power Engineer in HVAC.

Family: Married to wife, Theresa, has four daughters — Anya, Katlyn, Kelsey and Allison — and six grandchildren.

Current position: President of Covert Aire, LLC How long have you lived in Beaufort County? What city/town do you call home? About 21 years Relevant experience: Successful businessman, compassionate civil servant, past member of Capital Sales Tax Board, past member Board of Director for local Chamber of Commerce, President of Rotary Club, former SIC Chairman What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position?

“Beaufort County is suffering from an immense lack of leadership. Citizens are tired of hearing about inability to solve problems, inability to work with others, relationship division, discrimination, a lack of value and a complete lack of guidance to create a healthier place to live, raise a family, work and play. I have daily experience, in the trenches, working with not only customers, but also vendors, engineers, governmental bodies, etc., on making the next ‘deal’ happen. Relationships are the key to everything; I have built relationships inside the county and with other municipalities in this area, as well as state and national government leaders. I have gained the trust and respect as a man of his words, not afraid to ask the tough questions, but at the same time able to work together for the common goal.”

Why are you running for this position?

“Beaufort County is on the verge of monumental changes to everything with the Jasper ocean terminal, moving at a very fast pace. Currently, our county is not ready to handle the people that will want to move here, to raise their children here, to work here or to play here. Our infrastructure needs a complete overhaul to bring it into the 21st Century, and our economic policies are the laughing stock of the state. I will take the lead in this.

Our current council has had a long time to ‘get the house in order’ and they just haven’t done the job.”

What do you like most about Beaufort County? “Beaufort County, one of the most pristine and beautiful places on earth, is a jewel in every corner. Aside from the storybook, picturesque beauty where you can go from sandy beaches to farm land to ruins that date back hundreds and hundreds of years, to even one of the real first settlement in this country — all right here in our own beautiful backyard. I cannot wait to be able to go and visit each and every council district, to sit and talk with council members and citizens who have vastly different walks of life, and reciprocate as well, so we can all see, touch and feel what this county is all about. It is then, by mending old wounds and developing relationships and trust, this county will have the rebirth she so desperately needs.”

Position: Beaufort County Council - District 3 Candidate: William Smith Age: 30 Education: Attended Allen University for three years Current position: Owner of Smith Security, LLC; a member of the office staff at Dore Law Firm on Lady’s Island; and apprentice funeral director at The Allen Funeral Home How long have you lived in Beaufort County? He was born and raised on St. Helena Island Relevant experience: Page for South Carolina State Representative Reverend Kenneth Hodges; Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office Citizen’s Academy; Penn Center volunteer; and community activist What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position?

“I am home grown and have a vested interest in my community. I want to give back to the community that has fostered and nurtured my growth; the community that has made me the man that I am today. It is by faith and the love of my community that brought me to run for this position to serve my community. I am a servant of the people, by the people, for the people.”

Why are you running for this position?

“I want to help to improve my community. I am asking for support from my community to help move Beaufort County toward an even better future, by bridging the gap between all ages as a team. I am running for Beaufort County Council District 3 for numerous reasons to include the following: to help build a better bond with our community and schools, to help preserve the land for our posterity, to promote economic

development and affordable housing, and to enhance the relationship between the community and the government. I intend to accomplish this with accountability, integrity and pride.”

Candidate: York Glover Age: 65 Education: Bachelors of Science Degree in Business Administration from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, NC; Masters of Education Degree in Agriculture Education from Clemson University Family: He and his wife, Mildred, have one son, Lesley Current position: Retired Clemson Extension Agent How long have you lived in Beaufort County? What city/town do you call home? He has lived on St. Helena Island for his entire life. He has traced his ancestral roots back to 1825 on St. Helena.

Relevant experience: Served on the following boards: Chairman of Beaufort County School Board; Trustee of Beaufort Jasper Career Education Center; Trustee of South Carolina School Boards Association; Trustee of South Carolina School Boards Insurance Trust; Commissioner of Lady’s Island-St. Helena Fire District; Chairman of Beaufort County First Steps Partnership Board; Beaufort County Rural and Critical Land Board; Beaufort-Jasper Comprehensive Health, Inc. Board; Lowcountry Boy Scouts of America Board. He was also named Who’s Who in America, South Carolina Forest Agent of the Year, Carolina Stewardship Farm Agent of the Year, and to the Beaufort High School Hall of Fame.

What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position?

“I have an intimate understanding of the issues of this community as it relates to growth and development. I have the necessary qualifications to do the job. I have always been involved in the community in a variety of ways. I understand the needs of the community and what it takes to effectively do the job that is needed to improve our community.”

What do you like most about Beaufort County? “This is the only area that I have ever called home. Through my travels, I have found no place better than the beautiful, historical, pristine environment of Beaufort County.”

Position: S.C. House of Representatives District 122 Candidate: Bill Bowers Incumbent Age: 57 Hometown: Brunson, SC Education: PhD, University of South Carolina, 1994, MBA, University of South Carolina, 1980, BS, Accounting, Clemson University, 1974 Candidate: Curtis Brantley Age: 76 Family: Wife, Doris; 1 Child, Kendrick Hometown: Ridgeland, SC Education: EdD, South Carolina State University, 1988, Attended, New York University, 1973-1975, Attended, Cornell University, 1972, Attended, Syracuse University, 1972, MS, Elmira College, 1972, BS, North Carolina A&T State University, 1969 Candidate: John Polk Age: 36 Education: B.A. from North Greenville College Current position: Chair of the Sea Island Region of the Young Democrats of South Carolina (Hampton, Jasper, Beaufort and Collation counties) What city/town do you call home?

He is a lifelong resident of Hampton County Relevant experience: Congressman Jim Clyburn Political Fellow; Chair of the Hampton County Young Democrats; Rules and Regulations Committee for Hampton County Democratic Party; Former U.S. Congressional Aid; South Carolina Student Legislature; See ELECTION, page A5

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Student Body President of North Greenville College What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position? “I come from a hardworking single mother middle class family, and know how it is to live paycheck to paycheck and still sometimes not make ends meet. I know how difficult it can be and I plan to serve the entire district, not just Democrats. I plan to equally serve all people of District 122.

We are all in this race together and with your help and vote we can make District 122 a greater place to live and to work.”

Why are you running for this position? “I'm running for the SC House of Representatives because I understand the needs and issues of the people of District 122. We need a leader who cares and is not just a career politician. I'm tired of broken promises and we need results.

We need a leader to move District 122 forward and I know our values and how hard work pays out. I want to make our area safer, protect public education, expand civil rights, preserve our environment while investing in alternative energy, fix our roads and create jobs.”

Candidate: Shedron Williams Age: 48 Education: graduate of Wade Hampton High School, Hampton, S.C. / Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science with an interest in Public Administration from Morehouse College, Atlanta, G.A. Family: Married to Cassandra Brooks and proud father of four

boys. Lives in Hampton.

Relevant experience: Past twenty five years served as an advocate for “Excellence and Growth”. Founded the Save Our Children Foundation of Hampton County and served on the Executive Board for the Institute for Adolescent Male Responsibility, assisting school districts in Hampton, Colleton, Jasper, Beaufort and Orangeburg with HIV/AIDS, Teen Pregnancy Prevention and other life skills.

Currently serves as the Director of Education and Prevention for the ACCESS Network, Inc., (Human Services) serving Hampton, Colleton, Jasper and Beaufort.

Current position: Elected to the Hampton County Council in 2010 and is now serving his second term. In 2015 Williams was elected as the first African American County Council Chairman since the inception and creation of Hampton County, S.C in 1886. Williams currently serves on numerous national, state and local boards.

His awards and recognitions are equal too his commitment to education and advancement, health services and care, infrastructure assurance such as better highways, adequate recreation, workforce ready programs, economic development, technology and career development as well as safety of all citizens. Williams attends Goodwill Baptist Church, Estill, S.C. under the leadership of Pastor Rufus Moore where he serves faithfully.

He is a member of Fairview Lodge 393, Consistory #282 of 32nd degree Masons and Omar Temple #21 Shriners.

Why are you running for this position? Goal/Mission: To prepare and provide all citizens in District 122 the tools and outlets to live as modern day citizens through adequate job training and job creation. We must advocate and demand on the state level for a new formula

in educational funding disbursements, better job readiness programs, living conditions and infrastructure to include our highways! How many more lives will we have to lose on Highway 321 before the issue is addressed? This is not a NEW problem. The VOICE of ALL citizens must be heard through representation in the decision making process in District 122. We must educate ALL of our students and citizens, not just a few. As we continue to see advances in technology, we must provide opportunities and sites for citizens to be trained and properly prepared for the workforce.

Position: S.C. House of Representatives, District 121 Candidate: Grahame Grey Holmes Age: 41 Education: B.S. Forest Resource Management, Clemson University, 1997; University of South Carolina School of Law, J.D., 2000; Vermont Law School, Master of Studies in Environmental Law, 2000 Current position: A partner with Peters, Murdaugh, Parker, Eltzroth & Detrick, P.A., a practice that focuses on personal injury, civil rights actions, and nursing home litigation. The law firm has offices in Hampton, Ridgeland and Walterboro and has been serving the Lowcountry for over 100 years; there are 16 attorneys and 60 employees.

What city/town do you call home? Walterboro, Colleton County Relevant experience: Practiced environmental law in Charleston at C.C. Harness, III in 2000; an active member of the South

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Carolina Bar Association and the South Carolina Association for Justice; Recipient of the National Trial Lawyers Association Top 40 under 40 Award in 2012 and a recipient of the award for four years; Recipient of the American Academy of Trial Attorneys 2015 Premier 100 Trial Attorneys Award.

Served on the Colleton County Board of Zoning Appeals and the Colleton County Penny Sales Tax Commission; Served for five years as a board member of the Lowcountry Community Action Agency which provides services for the underprivileged; Board member of the Colleton Center which promotes the arts in the Lowcountry.

Why are you running for this position? “District 121 needs an advocate who will go to Columbia and bring home the resources we need to create jobs and improve our infrastructure and schools. I am an attorney who was born in the Lowcountry and who has lived and worked here most of my life. I’ve spent my career fighting for the people and small businesses of the Lowcountry. As a member of the House of Representatives, I will continue to fight to improve the quality of life of all citizens of Beaufort and Colleton counties.

Candidate: Michael F. Rivers, Sr. Education: Studied Business Management at the Community College of the Air Force, Community College of Philadelphia, DeKalb Com-

munity College, University of South Carolina and Technical College of the Lowcountry.

Graduate Technical College of the Lowcountry in Computer Assisted Design and Drafting.

Honors Graduate, Magna Cum Laude from Claflin University; Organizational Management. Graduated from DeVry Institute of Technology; Electronics. Life.

Family: Three Children, Monica, Michelle and Michael Jr. Proud Grandfather of twin grandsons: Jeremiah and Jeremy.

Current Position: Beaufort County School Board Political party: Democratic How long have you lived in Beaufort County? I have lived in Beaufort County over 50 years.

What city/town do you call home? I am a native of St. Helena Island: my home.

Relevant experience: Public Servant. Elected official since 1998; Military veteran; Ordained Minister; Pastored; Served on numerous Boards including Beaufort County Recreation Commission and Parks and Leisure Services Board; President of St. Helena Island NAACP; Low Country Regional Coordinator for the S.C. Conference of Branches of NAACP; Beaufort County Poll Manager.

What makes you the most qualified candidate for this elected position? In this season, I am the most qualified candidate because of my experience and knowledge as well as my unwavering commitment and love for my community. I am Battle Tested and will provide our community a Strong Voice in Columbia. I am running for this position because my track record shows that I put People over Politics and I will never forget who I work for: THE PEOPLE IN DISTRICT 121.

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initial proposed penny sales 67% tax number was $30 million 60% for this mysterious facility 50% 56% 54% which some say could cost 49% more than twice that.) Citing unknown annual operating 25% costs and whether the events at the campus could cover them, and concerns about 0% more traffic, the Hilton Head 1995 2000 2005 2010 2015 Island-based opponents of the proposal have seemed to Sources: Beaufort County and the Town of Hilton Head Island Comprehensive Annual outnumber its supporters. Financial Reports But the Town’s leadership has Town can devote just 9 per- the mayor tried to sell Mossy But that is the apparent polpressed on. cent of their general fund to Oaks’ 18+ acre park to a real icy upon which the district’s Maybe we should be law enforcement while the estate developer. When that preliminary proposed projgrateful Hilton Head didn’t other municipalities spend idea flopped he decided some- ects list is predicated. want $6 million for the Or is it, as School Board between 56 and 66 percent one should plow it up and “Iron Man” triathlon that of their general fund dollars farm it. No kidding. Finally Member Michael Rivers likes would shut down U.S. 278 the city put in some fences for to say, “They draw that line on law enforcement. and paralyze the town. That Now, with the decline of dog runs, and one lonesome because Bluffton wants us to was the proposal that start- Hilton Head’s financial pre- bench. If you go, take a chair help pay to build their schools ed the dust-up between the eminence the days of that … and your snake-boots. The just so in a decade they can Mayor and the Sheriff that charade appear finally to be most beautiful and unher- break the county school syswas the subject of last week’s coming to an end. alded oak grove in northern tem in half at the Broad River, column here.

If Hilton Head’s gone Beaufort County that domi- and then with Hilton Head Then after the column ran, rogue, Beaufort’s approach nates the park on its Waddell they go their own way.” the Sheriff said after this is just cynical. Once again Road side, hasn’t been either There are of course always budget season he won’t nego- in an effort to appear to burned or bush hogged in re- detractors for any ballot meatiate with Hilton Head over give Mossy Oaks something cent memory. sure. The odd thing about this their law enforcement-re- when in fact they are giving Then there’s the false year is, at least so far there are lated reimbursement to the nothing, the City Council premise that underlies the no cheerleaders. county any more. Next year, is dangling “Southside Park school district’s proposed Well there’s one, sort of. he says, he’ll leave that chore improvements” before the list. With excess capacity The book’s author likes the to the County Council.

Mossy Oaks voters. But, tell- north of the Broad River book. Asking for their supThe Sheriff ’s right to do so. ingly, they coupled that ask why are we proposing to port for his committee’s list, As the county is publicly giv- with “Waterfront Park and build new schools south of County Sales Tax Commising him his budget with one Marina improvements” and the Broad? Wouldn’t it be sion Chairman Mike Sutton hand, they quietly get him by put all that down on the list more sensible to readjust the told the county council, “I the throat with their other for $4 million which is ap- districts? That’s what school think it’s a very good packand make him give Hilton proximately the cost of the districts everywhere else do age to offer the public for Head more … and more … day dock expanded to the … except when there is a their support.” and more. It’s been that ma- park promenade and some sacrosanct line, which there A reporter, publisher, neuver, as I wrote last week, needed marina and mooring is apparently here. Where is ghostwriter and author, Bill that has enabled Hilton field improvements. it written that children who Rauch was the mayor of Head to get the sweetheart Southside’s still exact- live south of the Broad may Beaufort from 1999-2008. deal of the century from the ly where it’s been for eight not attend schools that are Email Bill at TheRauchReSheriff ’s Office such that the years: way down the list. First located north of the Broad? port@gmail.com.

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HEALTH

Goodbye, cataracts. Hello, intraocular lenses: How to decide what type of IOL is best for you

By Dr. Mark S. Siegel

Approximately 25 million Americans have cataracts, the condition that causes cloudy, blurry or dim vision. Many will have cataract surgery each year to restore their vision.

During cataract surgery, the natural clouded lens is replaced with an artificial lens called an intraocular lens or IOL. What patients new to cataract surgery may not know is that they have a variety of IOL types to choose from, all with different benefits.

Types of IOLs include monofocal, multifocal, and toric lenses. To help people understand the differences between the lens types, here is a list of questions to consider when deciding on IOLs. The patient’s ophthalmologist will recommend which lens they believe is most appropriate for the patient based on his or her daily activities and other needs, but these questions may

provide a good starting point.

Is cost or coverage a factor in your decision?

Not all IOL types are covered by insurance. But, Medicare and most insurance companies do cover the cost of the most traditional option, monofocal lenses. These lenses have been used for decades and are the most popular. Monofocals are set to provide the best possible, corrected vision at near, intermediate or far distances. Most people who choose monofocals have their IOLs set for distance vision and use reading glasses for near activities.

Do you often use smart phones, tablets or computers? Do you prefer to see both near and far and reduce the need for glasses?

Newer IOLs called multifocal lenses may enable wearers to see both near and distant objects.

Meanwhile, they can also reduce or eliminate the need for glasses or contact lenses. But, these lenses are

more expensive and not covered by insurance. In addition, the ability to read and perform other tasks without glasses varies from person to person.

Do you frequently drive at night?

If night driving is important, multifocal lenses may not be the best option. Side effects such as glare or halos around lights, or decreased sharpness of vision (also known as contrast sensitivity) may occur with these lenses, especially at night

or in dim light. Most people adapt to these effects, but those who frequently drive at night may be more satisfied with monofocal IOLs. Do you have moderate to advanced astigmatism?

With astigmatism, the cornea – the clear front window of the eye – is not round and smooth like a basketball, but instead is curved like a football. This distorts or blurs the ability to see both near and distant objects. People with significant degrees of astigmatism are usually most satisfied with toric IOLs. Toric lenses have extra built-in correction for astigmatism. People who want to reduce (or possibly eliminate) the need for eyeglasses may opt for an additional treatment called limbal relaxing incisions,

which are typically performed at the time of cataract surgery. These are peripheral corneal incisions that are most commonly performed with a femtosecond laser during laser cataract surgery. Insurance does not cover laser cataract surgery with toric lenses or limbal relaxing incisions.

Whether a patient chooses laser cataract surgery or manual surgery, multifocal or toric IOLs, it is important to establish reasonable expectations with your ophthalmologist. That way both the patient and surgeon will have the best chance of meeting expectations and having the best possible outcome: a happy patient whose visual goals are achieved.

Dr. Mark Siegel, MD, FAAO is the Medical Director at Sea Island Ophthalmology in Beaufort.

He may be reached at 843-5251500. Learn more at www. seaislandophthalmology.com.

Beaufort Memorial Hospital forms affiliation with MUSC Health for cancer clinical trials Beaufort Memorial (BMH) has entered into an affiliation agreement with the Medical University of South Carolina Health System (MUSC Health) to provide clinical trials through the National Cancer Institute-designated Hollings Cancer Center. The agreement allows qualifying cancer patients to participate in cutting-edge clinical trials locally.

The hospital also transitioned from its 15-year cancer services affiliation agreement with Durham, N.C.-based Duke Medicine, citing a need to build a stronger relationship with MUSC, a tertiary medical center where many local patients already travel for specialty providers and treatments.

“As the need for more specialized care grows, it only makes sense for us to enter into arrangements with the best medical providers closest to home,” BMH Presi-

dent and CEO Rick Toomey said. “Many of our physicians and patients have had strong ties to MUSC for years, and this affiliation helps to both formalize our relationship and provide greater access for the community.”

The cancer program’s affiliation with Duke Medicine began in 2000. According to Toomey, the agreement with Duke was specifically designed to help the hospital build and develop a firstclass cancer center to allow patients to stay in Beaufort for much-needed radiation oncology services. The result was the Beaufort Memorial Keyserling Cancer Center, a 25,000-square-foot, stateof-the-art facility in Port Royal, S.C., that offers both radiation oncology and chemotherapy services in one location. The center opened in April 2006.

“The relationship with Duke Medicine and its team

has been invaluable to us and to the community,” Toomey said. “Our affiliation with Duke helped us achieve everything we hoped it would, and has positioned us to provide comprehensive cancer services to our patients.”

Under the affiliation agreement with MUSC, Beaufort Memorial will begin enrolling qualified cancer patients in clinical trials for colon, breast, lung and other treatments. The list of available trials will be announced soon and will expand as both the program and local need grow.

“Today’s dynamic health care environment calls for innovative collaborations to deliver the best care at the best location for the patient,” said MUSC Vice President for Health Affairs and MUSC Health CEO Patrick J. Cawley, M.D. “Often that means care delivered in the local community close to home and family, and other

times the best outcome may require better access to the highly specialized services delivered at MUSC Health.”

MUSC Health, MUSC’s clinical enterprise, is a nationally recognized health system consisting of four inpatient facilities and more than 100 care settings across South Carolina. It is the state’s leading provider of telehealth services, and

one of only 69 NCI-designated cancer centers in the country.

In collaboration with local care providers, MUSC Health develops and implements innovative models of care delivery with the common goal of enhancing the health of all South Carolinians. Beaufort Memorial began offering telehealth services in affiliation with

MUSC last year. Today, those services are available for stroke and pediatric patients. The two institutions also have recently coordinated the location of pediatric subspecialties in the area.

For more information about cancer services available at Beaufort Memorial and the Keyserling Cancer Center, call (843) 522-7925 or visit beaufortmemorial.org.

What do we do with doubt?

AWAKENINGS

TEACHINGS FROM THERAVISTA www.theravista.org • 843-812-1328 Brittney Hiller is known as one of the happiest Yogini’s. She has practiced yoga for over a decade and can be found at every yoga studio in Beaufort. Find out more information at www.brittneyhilleryoga.com. Photo by John Arthur Photography.

By Brittney Hiller

It's time to punch doubt right in the kisser...

But, then again…What good would that do?

Punching doubt in the face sounds like a fun idea, especially when you can head to a local store and purchase a blow up clown or doll (your choice) and name it doubt and punch away…

But, I digress.

Doubt is not an evildoer nor is it something we should be ashamed of.

Typically, doubt shows up as something that we have within us that we think we need to “get rid of.” However, what if we created a simple relationship to doubt that will help us have a better understanding and allow us to bust through it, coming out on the other end clean and content?

Here are my 2 Doubt Busting Moves for you:

When in Doubt, Let it out.

Seriously, let it out - get out your pen and paper and write down, what are your doubts surrounding? New job? Leaving old job? Relationship woes?

Health concerns?

Write it all down - this is the first step to letting doubt, OUT. Once you have it all written...

FACE IT Head On. Now it is all out there your doubt is smiling up at you from your glittery (or recycled paper) themed notebook and it is telling you everything you are missing out on because of doubt.

The work begins with facing doubt head on.

Here’s one more trick for you from my tool box that includes more writing. YES, more writing - but this time it's FUN. Look at each one of your doubts and write

down next to each one, the outcome you would LOVE to see occur; instead of what doubt already shows you.

How fun is that? It's like you are writing a script of your very own play! {Hint, 'cause you are!} Relationship woes? How would you LOVE to see that relationship actually look or pan out? Write it.

Job seems lacking? How would you LOVE to experience your job on a day-to-day basis? Write it down, viola'!

Each time you write it down you are giving a shiny NEW perspective to what doubt had seemed to fog up.

Isn't that so fun?!

Here's the juicy part email me ONE doubt you busted (once it's done) and share with me how you now feel after this exercise. I am so excited for your doubt busting journey and look forward to hearing from you.

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COMMUNITY JUNE 2 - 8, 2016

AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THE EVENTS, BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT SHAPE OUR COMMUNITY

MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATIONS

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Local farm partners with non-profit to end hunger

Larry Roann, left, unfurls one of the 50 "casket" flags while Courtney Peeples and Tom Lorence hold the flagpole steady Friday at Beaufort National Cemetery.

Angela Dean, 2, waves her flag as the Memorial Day Parade passes by. Angela was attending the annual parade with her mother, Kelly Dean.

Master Sgt. Jim Handrinos retired from the U.S. Marine Corps in 1974. Now 81, Handrinos still participates in the Memorial Day parade.

Jonathan Niverea, 10, of Lowcountry Montessori School, helps put up some the flags on the head stones on Friday at Beaufort National Cemetery.

Son and father, Davey Dempsey & Davis Dempsey. Photo by Cesar Garcia.

“No man is an island…I am involved in mankind,” wrote John Donne in 1624. That philosophy blossoms today on St. Helena Island, home of Dempsey Farms, the newest food donation partner of Second Helpings. As part of Second Helpings’ mission and their expanded Food Source Initiative, the charity is always seeking new food sources, especially providers of fresh produce Consequently, “we are thrilled to add Dempsey Farms as our newest food donation partner, “ explained Maureen Korzik, Second Helpings’ Executive Director.

“I was fortunate to pick up some big juicy strawberries still in season, and some beans and squash,” she said after a recent visit to the farm. “I ate half the green beans on the way home. Munching on those beans reminded me of my childhood when my mother would pile all eight kids in the big station wagon

and take us to the local farm in New Jersey, the Garden State, to purchase our vegetables and enjoy the fresh air.

Thanks to the Dempsey family’s sharing, some Lowcountry children will know the joy of fresh fruit and veggies in their youth, as I did in mine. We thank the Dempsey family for partnering with us in our quest to end hunger in the Lowcountry.”

Korzik continued, "Our Food Network services three primary areas: Hilton Head, Bluffton and Beaufort. Each Volunteer Team has a refrigerated truck to use for their assigned pickups and deliveries. The food gets picked up in the morning and is delivered the same day. The end goal is to make sure our Fulfillment Agencies can meet the needs of their clientele."

Dempsey Farms has been a family run business for almost 60 years, started shortly after J.W. Dempsey moved his

South Carolina Family and Community Leaders Donate to Thumbs Up The South Carolina Family and Community Leaders (SCFCL) most make donations to several Beaufort County organizations monthly. Most recently, the SCFCL collected and donated to Thumbs Up after school homework program. Members meet every second Friday at the Burton Wells Center.

Cadets from the Beaufort High School Junior ROTC place a folded flag at the POW/MIA table during an emotional ceremony during the annual observance of Memorial Day on Monday at the Beaufort National Cemetery. Photos by Bob Sofaly.

Pictured on right are Mary France (Assistant Treasurer) and Willie Mae Lewis (President) members of the South Carolina Family and Community Leaders (SCFCL) surrounded by household items donated by the group to Thumbs Up.

young family to Beaufort. They initially sold their produce to businesses, but in the early 1970’s added a “U- Pick It” option for the public. By the early 1990’s this proved so popular that they no longer supply businesses. The farm is on 170 acres of land just off of Sea Island Parkway, where they grow several kinds of vegetables and fruits. Strawberry season is over, but green beans, squash, corn, melon, tomatoes and peppers will be available through June and July.

Davis V. Dempsey, J.W.’s grandson, now runs the farm stand. He has a variety of fresh-picked vegetables ready to purchase for those who prefer not to venture into the fields. You can visit the Dempsey Farm website (www. dempseyfarmsupick.com) or like them on Facebook to get a schedule of products available. Go to www.secondhelpingslc.org to learn more about Second Helpings and their program.

SCHOOLS

Beaufort Academy hosts 47th annual Senior Tea From left: Shawn Young, Gregg Russell, and Lindy Russell.

Cross Schools students raise money for Hilton Head Heroes Cross Schools students collected over $1,500 in gift cards for Hilton Head Heroes as part of their ongoing community service outreach. The mission of Hilton Head Heroes is to bring families with children between the ages of 2-16 suffering from life threatening illnesses to Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, for a resort vacation. The founders of Hilton Head

Heroes, Lindy and Gregg Russell, graciously accepted the cards from Headmistress Shawn Young at the school. Gregg Russell, a local entertainer, treated the students to a brief concert and a presentation highlighting the mission of Hilton Head Heroes. Cross Schools is an independent Christian school in Bluffton serving 18 months through 8th grade.

College scholarship total breaks record; schools to graduate 1,243 The Beaufort County School District’s Class of 2016 has earned a record $30.4 million in college scholarships, and its members have acceptance letters in hand from more than 100 colleges and universities across the nation.

School-by-school information includes: Battery Creek High – 171 graduates and $3,867,300 in scholarships; Beaufort High – 279 graduates and $8,480,650 in scholarships.

The class valedictorian is Mattie Hibbs, and the salutatorian is Andrew Stod-

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dard; Bluffton High – 396 graduates and $6,945,164 in scholarships. The class valedictorian is Hannah Hundley, and the salutatorian is McCall Faciszewski; Hilton Head Island High – 295 graduates and $7,317,500 in scholarships. The class valedictorian is Jason Busby, and the salutatorian is Parker Liggett; Whale Branch Early College High School – 102 graduates and $3,814,101 in scholarships. The class valedictorian is Brooke Everly, and the salutatorian is London Becker-House.

Left: 1989 Senior Tea from left to right: Vicki Schafer, Kathryn O’Neill, Andrea Nemeth, Ashley Stone, Amy Fordham, Sydney Meeks, Cappy Strawn, Lisa Boney, Mia Fontana, Ashly Farrior, Ann Nunnally, Leslie Hand, Carrie Robinson, Malia Hensley, and Ivie Stocks. Right: 2016 Senior Tea from top to bottom: Michaela Russell, Mary Alice Strohmeyer, Maya Dixon, Emily Gaskin, Allison Alvarez, Cali Blocker, Carlyle O'Herron, Sissy Mungin, and Madelyn Sumpter.

By Shannon Roberts

In the smartphone era of texting and snap chatting, personal connections can get lost amongst the electronic screens. Although technology has a place in social connection, holding on to the traditions of formal social gatherings have become more important than ever.

Beaufort Academy has stayed true to a long-standing formal tradition that dates back to the school's first graduating class in 1969. At that time, the Board of Directors' wives began the tradition of hosting a tea for the young women of Beaufort Academy.

Held prior to graduation in May, this special tea was their way of honoring the graduating young women, as well as sharing the southern tradition of gracious entertaining.

Per tradition, the senior class women form a receiv-

ing line to greet guests, which include the mothers of the senior girls, mothers of the senior boys, special guests of the seniors, which include grandmothers, aunts, sisters, etc. Also in attendance are the female board members, wives of board members, and female faculty and staff. Many former teachers, including the seniors' lower school teachers also attend the event.

As of 1973, the junior class mothers and students, in conjunction with the Beaufort Academy Parents' Association continue the tradition of hosting the tea for the seniors, their mothers, and special invited guests. This year's senior tea was graciously hosted by Anne Lindsay at her beautiful home. Anne's son William is a rising senior at BA, and Anne is a Beaufort Academy alum. She remembers her Senior Tea as a spe-

Senior Mothers from top to bottom: Tara Walker, Sharon Laverty, Liz O'Herron, Latoya Mungin, Elizabeth Dukes, Rachel Alvarez, Tami Blocker, Kristin Dalton, JoAnn Csakany, Amy Melville, Andrea Dixon, Ginger Aimar, Heidi Richards, Emma Roddey, Wendi Russell, Irvine Gaskin, and Cathryn Griffith.

cial moment of accomplishment and tradition.

"I even remember what I wore to my senior tea, who was there, and where it was!" she says with a smile.

Katherine Hefner, Beaufort Academy Parent's Association President and also a Beaufort Academy alum spoke at the tea. The hon-

ored seniors were presented with a silver charm engraved with their graduation year.

She commended the senior girls on the hard work, perseverance and diligence it takes to graduate from Beaufort Academy. Congratulations to the senior girls and best of luck in all of their future endeavors!

SPORTS

Bluffton releases 2016 schedule Beaufort High School holds Green The Bluffton High School football program has finalized and released its schedule for the 2016 season. The Bobcats will open the season versus Screven County (Ga.) in the Erk Russell Classic at Georgia Southern University (GSU) on Friday. Aug. 20. Kickoff for the Bluffton-Screven County football game is set for 4 p.m.

Several familiar foes fill the Bluffton High School football program's 2016 schedule.

Following its season-opener against the out-of-state opponent from neighboring Georgia, Bluffton will host May River for its first home game in the 2016 season.

The Bobcats will take the field for games at home in four consecutive outings after

the season-opener at Georgia Southern University. Bluffton's 2016 schedule includes additional home games versus longtime in-state rivals Beaufort High, New Hampstead, Hilton Head, Battery Creek and Ridgeland.

The Bobcats have additional away games scheduled versus Whale Branch, May River and Wade Hampton.

Bluffton's open date is set for Oct. 21.

Several area high school football teams and players, including Bluffton, will spend most of the months of June and July preparing in various ways - for the upcoming gridiron campaign.

The Bobcats are under the direction of veteran head coach Ken Cribb.

& White Spring football scrimmage

Ken Crubb is the head coach of the Bluffton High School football program. Photo courtesy of Bluffton High School.

Bluffton High School

2016 Football Schedule Aug. 20 Screven County, 4 p.m.

(Erk Russell Classic at GSU) Aug. 26 May River, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 2 Beaufort High, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 9 New Hampstead, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 16 Hilton Head, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 23 at Whale Branch, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 30 at May River, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 7 Battery Creek, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 14 at Wade Hampton, 7:30 p.m.

Oct. 21 Open Oct. 28 Ridgeland, 7:30 p.m.

American Legion Post 9 baseball team holds opening game at BHS

Left: Henry Schubert throws his first pitch as the American Legion Beaufort Osprey's took to the field Thursday (5/26) against Orangeburg. Right: Beaufort Osprey's third baseman Dallas Higuet fields the ball and throws to first base. Photos by Bob Sofaly.

From left: Running back Kyleik Middleton (#6) is hauled down by linebacker Jonathan Bacon (#33); Running back Omar Cummings, right, gets congratulated by offensive lineman Brice Adkins after Cummings scored the first touchdown of the annual scrimmage; Wide receiver Rome Wallace grabs a pass as Reggie Jones tries flip the ball loose. Photos by Bob Sofaly.

Adams to guide Hilton Head Prep gridiron program in fall Hilton Head Preparatory School has hired Dave Adams to guide its football program. Adams' hiring was announced earlier in the spring and the longtime football coach is exited for the 2016 season.

Adams coached football at May River Academy (one of Hilton Head Prep’s predecessor schools) from 19771982. His May River Academy football program was the state runner-up in 1980 and state champion in 1981. He also coached the state championship track team at May River in 1981 and 1982. Adams then coached football again at Hilton Head Prep from 1984-1986 and was the state champion runner up in 1985. After coaching football at Hilton Head High School for 14 years, he became the Athletic Director at Bluffton High School. Adams has spent the last 12 years at Bluffton High School.

He was Bluffton High

New head coach Dave Adams (left) is set to lead the Hilton Head Prep football program into the 2016 season. Photo courtesy of Hilton Head Prep.

School's first football coach.

“Returning to Hilton Head Prep is like a homecoming," Adams said, after being introduced as Hilton Head Prep's new head coach.

“It really is a dream come true. Not many coaches have the opportunity to end their career at the same place they started 38 years ago. The Prep Family has welcomed me with open arms and I look forward to serving the school and community for

years to come.”

Adams will also be teaching in the upper school where he is excited to get to know students - and his players - on many levels. He will also be helping coach in the school’s boys' basketball team.

“We are thrilled to have Dave on board and are excited for him to lead our football program as well as work with our kids in the classroom,” said Hilton Head Prep Headmaster Jon Hopman.

Hilton Head Prep Athletic Director Rich Basirico, is excited to have Adams join his athletic department. “We are very fortunate and excited to have Coach Adams join our Prep family," Basirico commented. "His integrity, knowledge and experience makes him a perfect fit for our athletic program.”

The Hilton Head Prep football team's 2016 schedule will be published in an upcoming issue.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Rain doesn't phase Hilton Head Art Festival

By Aileen Goldstein

Despite tropical storm warnings, art lovers flocked to the 8th Annual Hilton Head Island Art Festival on Saturday and Sunday. The event was held at the Shelter Cove Harbor and Marina and included live music, lots of food options and all kinds of art for sale. Vendors and visitors alike look forward to the event every year. The harbor was busy under the watchful eye of the 12 foot tall King Neptune statue as children played and attendees bustled to avoid the rain.

Clockwise from top left: 8th Annual Hilton Head Art Festival crowd; Jewlery Artists Ken and Patty Karpinski dislplay necklaces made from sea beans collected from Liberia and Costa Rica; Children play on the King Neptune statue; Artist Denrique Shedrick works while customers admire art made by Shedrick and his mother. Shedrick drove all night from Montgomery, Alabama to participate in the event.

Port Royal's Spring Concert series kicks off

By Bob Sofaly

Port Royal's Outdoor Spring Concert series got of to a soggy start Friday (May 28th) as Tropical Storm Bonnie rolled through Beaufort County dumping several inches of rain.

Those who braved the wet

weather, gathered in The Shed to listen to Angela Easterling and the Beguilers from Greer, S.C, as they played their own special brand of Up-State Country.

The next free concert in the Spring series will be 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 11th.

From left: Angela Easterling and the Beguilers helped kick off the free Spring series of Street Music on Paris Ave. on Saturday at The Shed in Port Royal; Terry Cameron, left, and Linda Heints didn't let a Tropical Storm Bonnie stop them from a good time during the kick off of the Spring series of Street Music on Paris Ave.

Beaufort Arts Council announces Tee-Shirt Design Competition The Beaufort Arts Council/Mather Academy is now accepting submissions for the DragonBoat Beaufort Tee-Shirt Competition.

DragonBoat Race Day 2016 will be held at beautiful Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park downtown on the Beaufort River. This exciting event will take place Saturday, September 3, 2016 from 8am until 4pm as 36 teams race right in front of the park’s seawall. All teams will be fundraising as part of the competition.

Individuals and teams that raise the most will be handsomely rewarded! The proceeds from the fundraising effort fuel DragonBoat Beaufort’s two-pronged mission. The first is to fund

the ongoing activities of DragonBoat Beaufort’s cancer survivor teams; the second is to continue to strengthen their outreach programs of cancer-survivor-focused grants, support and counseling.

The Beaufort Arts Council has partnered with DragonBoat Beaufort to provide a fun competition for local artists. Everyone is invited to submit their artwork for a chance to have it placed on the 2016 DragonBoat Race Day 2016 Tee Shirts! BAC Board Member and DragonBoat Assistant Director Greg Rawls comments, “This is a phenomenal event that has continued to grow throughout the years and this will be the

first year we’ve been able to incorporate a fun art competition and I can’t wait to see what we get.”

The media must be printed and turned into the BAC at 918 Port Republic Street in Beaufort. Artwork can be turned in Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. until June 17, 2016. The winner will be announce June 24. For a list of requirements, please see the Beaufort Arts Council website at www.beaufortartscouncil.org and click the “DragonBoat Race Day Tee Shirt Contest” under the “Events” Tab. For additional information, please contact taylor@artsbft.com or call Taylor Fote at the BAC at 843-379-2787 (ARTS).

USCB & SC Humanities Festival to showcase digital media

USCB & SC Humanities Festival presents “Digital Media in the Lowcountry”, featuring the work of USCB Fine Arts and Computational Science Faculty and Students at the Sea Islands Center Gallery. The exhibition will host a public reception Friday, June 10 at 7:00 p.m. The gallery reception will showcase media arts, animation, and video games designed by USCB students and faculty. Presentations include “Teaching Practice-Based Media Arts Research to Fine Artists” by USCB Media Arts faculty Topher Maraffi at 7:30 p.m., and “Bugs & N Boo Hags Video Game: A Marriage of Folklore and Technology” by USCB Computational Science faculty Brian Canada at 8:00 p.m.

Refreshments and snacks will be served and the exhibition is free and open to the public. The Sea Islands Center is located at 1106 Carteret Street and is on the university’s Historic Beaufort campus. Located in the heart of the Carolina Sea Islands, USCB is a baccalaureate member of the USC system and houses an innovative Studio Art Program. For more information about the “Digital Media in the Lowcountry” reception, contact Topher Maraffi at cmaraffi@uscb.edu.

The Swingin’ Medallions to entertain at Farmer’s Market The Swingin’ Medallions, considered among the most popular party bands to play across the South, return to perform at the Jasper County Farmers Market Friday, June 3.

Celebrated for their #1 hit single, “Double Shot of My Baby’s Love,” the Swingin’ Medallions, are South Carolina bred. Their timeless high-octane style energized crowds at colleges, festivals, reunions and beach venues almost

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continuously since the 1960s. This is their eighth summer-opening concert in Ridgeland.

“We love having the Swingin’ Medallions return to Ridgeland each year,” said Kendall Malphrus, executive director of the sponsoring Jasper County Chamber of Commerce. “The band appeals to an amazingly broad age group from boomers to teenagers. They pump up audiences like no other group. They are true entertainers.

No true classic rock and roll fan will want to miss this concert!”

“Gates at the Jasper County Farmer’s Market will open at 7:00 p.m., with the concert starting at 8:00 p.m., said Malphrus” Advance admission is $15. Tickets purchased at the gate on concert night will be $20. Advance tickets may be purchased by calling the Chamber of Commerce in Ridgeland at 843-726- 8126. A portion of each ticket will be donated to The Unit-

The Swingin' Medallions

ed Way of the Lowcountry.

For more information visit the

County’s website at www.JasperCountyChamber.com.

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Info session to be held for mission work

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First Presbyterian Church of Beaufort will sponsor an information session on international water needs on Tuesday, June 7.

Special speakers will be Kevin Herr, churches coordinator for the Water Mission agency located in Charleston and Doug Lawson of Anderson, S.C. who also serves as Chief Engineer of the Uganda Water Mission project.

A summer meal will be provided, starting at 6 pm with the program at 6:30. If you plan to attend the dinner, please contact Church Office Administrator Inda Walker, (843) 524-3051 prior by June 5.

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Beaufort Sport Fishing & Diving Club to meet

The Beaufort Sport Fishing and Diving Club’s June meeting will be held on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 pm and the meeting will begin at 7:00 pm.

Well know local news columnist and fishing guide Captain Collins Doughtie will be the guest speaker for the June meeting. Captain Doughtie will speak on Spanish Mackerel fishing using planers, spoons and live baits. He will also discuss locations, local tides, rods and reels and other related equipment. During the June meeting there will be another $50.00 drawing sponsored by Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply. Those attending will also receive the New DNR Artificial Reef Guide.

Guests are welcomed and you do not need a reservation. For additional information please contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-5222122 or email fgibson@islc.net.

Local church announces Vacation Bible School

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All are invited to Vacation Bible School (VBS) at Port Royal Baptist Church - for ages 4 to adults! The theme is “SUBMERGED – Finding Truth Below the Surface!” based on Psalm 139: 23-24. VBS will be held June 2630th from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at 707 Pinckney Blvd. (Ribaut Road near the Naval Hospital) in Port Royal. For more information visit www. portroyalbaptist.org or call 843-521-1994.

WHAT TO DO

Upcoming library events Hilton Head Branch Library: 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head Meditation Mondays: Meditation is a great way to promote wellbeing by grounding oneself to feel more focused in today’s fast-paced world. Soft chairs are available; to sit cross-legged, please bring a cushion.

Time and Date: Monday, June 6th, 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.

For additional info: Lauren Read, 843-255-6531, lread@bcgov.net

Bluffton Branch Library: 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton Strings Petting Zoo: Do you know the difference between the violin, the viola and the cello? Get in the game and learn how to hold and play a stringed instrument! Then, enjoy a concert by young musicians.

Time and Date: Tuesday, June 7th, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

For additional info: Bluffton Branch Library Children’s Room, 843-255-6510

St. Helena Branch Library: 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena Crafternoons: Come make something fun. Crafts help to get your fingers and hands moving! Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Ages 3+ Time and Date: Wednesday, June 8th at 1:00pm For additional info: 843-255-6540

Hilton Head Branch Library: 11 Beach City Road, Hilton Head Happy Birthday, Donald Duck!: We're celebrating Donald Duck's birthday with lots of silly activities, so come on and join in all the fun! For ages 5 and up.

Time and Date: Thursday, June 9th, from 2:00pm-3:00pm For additional info: Hilton Head Branch Library, 843-255-6529 For information on any of the programs, visit beaufortcountylibrary.org or call (843) 255-6456.

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47. Like fair share 48. Concerning this 50. Debilitating spray 52. Energy unit 53. Beast's most precious possession

55. *John John's dad didn't wear it at his inauguration 57. *Overprotective father in "Meet the Parents" 60. *Scout and Jem's jurisprudent father 64. Enter user name and password 65. A note to follow soh 67. Animal catcher 68. Flip-flop 69. Draft pick 70. Iron + nickel 71. Command: "At ____!"

72. Outer limit 73. African antelope DOWN 1. Discovery group 2. Turkish honorific 3. Sonic sound 4. "Believe it or not, I'm walking ____ ____" 5. Loud cow noise 6. Not in action 7. *Wearable gift for dad 8. Inflict a blow 9. Tight like a bow string 10. Backward arrow command 11. Stepping stone to gain?

12. United Nations labor agency 15. Municipal officer in Scotland 20. Poetic "beneath" 22. ____ Koothrappali of "The Big

Bang Theory" 24. Fragrant toiletry 25. African sorcery 26. *"You Are Old, Father William" from "____ in Wonderland" 27. One who fires firecrackers, e.g.

29. Soda choice 31. Like a full-fledged Mafia man 32. *King Fergus is Merida's dad in this Pixar flick 33. Weasel's aquatic cousin 34. Edible cannabis substance 36. *Alexandre Dumas to Alexandre Duma, fils 38. Largest volcano in Europe 42. Jet-setter's aqua ride 45. Mind-numbing or wearisome 49. Hemingway's "____ Whom the Bell Tolls" 51. As opposed to "eats out" 54. Type of renewable energy 56. Metallic sounding 57. Capital of Qatar 58. Between the id and super-ego, pl.

59. Not any 60. Attention grabber 61. Vena ____ 62. Eurasian mountain range 63. "Will be" in Doris Day song 64. Long Term Evolution 66. *Laila's dad, Muhammad ____

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Celebrating

Beaufort Memorial

Keyserling Cancer Center Celebrates 10 Years of

KEYSERLING CANCER CENTER PROVIDERS

Caring for the Community On a sunny afternoon in 2006 hundreds of people gathered in Port Royal, South Carolina, to celebrate the grand opening of the area’s first cancer center, a place where patients could be treated in the comfort of their community, and in the company of caring physicians and staff.

Our center was named in honor of longtime Beaufort Memorial Hospital physician and community member B. Herbert Keyserling, M.D., and supported by generous donors throughout the area, and it’s opening marked both an end and a beginning: the end of traveling great distances to receive life-saving cancer care and the beginning of comprehensive cancer services close to home.

Beaufort Memorial’s affiliation with MUSC Health expands that care by providing local access to cancer clinical trials through one of the country’s elite, NCI-designated cancer centers —just one more demonstration of our commitment to helping our community live well.

Harriet Keyserling cuts the ribbon to the Keyserling Cancer Center in 2006.

SERVICES Chemotherapy ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Radiation Therapy ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Infusion Services ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Genetic Counseling ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Cancer Registry ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Clinical Trials ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Nutrition Counseling ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Nurse Navigators ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Social Services ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Tumor Board ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– In addition to the services provided at the Keyserling Cancer Center, our oncology program includes Beaufort Memorial Oncology Specialists, the practice of board-certified medical oncologist Dr. W. Marcus Newberry, III; Beaufort Memorial Chemotherapy & Infusion Services; the Women’s Imaging Center; an inpatient oncology unit and a dedicated team of mammography specialists, oncology-certified nurses, pathologists, radiologists and surgeons.

Jonathan Briggs, M.D.

Board-certified radiation oncologist

Majd Chahin, M.D.

Board-certified medical oncologist

Susanne Baisch, ANP

Board-certified adult nurse practitioner

1680 Ribaut Road, Port Royal, SC 29935

843.522.7800 (radiation oncology) 843.521.9879 (medical oncology)

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Katy Jones, ANP

Board-certified adult nurse practitioner