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The Unit prepares its players for more than basketball. see page 17

By Pamela Brownstein

he light cacophony of birdsong that can be heard from the Cypress Wetlands and Historic Walking Trail in Port Royal is mesmerizing. Walking along the beautiful boardwalk, pedestrians can view a variety of winged creatures and other wildlife from a favorable vantage point. As Port Royal Town Manager Van Willis described at a dedication ceremony for the new wetlands park and trail on Tuesday, May 15, “This is a quality of life project that is a real asset to the town.”

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Gullah Festival: Preserving a Legacy

The Swanee Quintet, Tony Terry, Aunt Pearlie Sue.

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TOP: Port Royal Mayor Sam Murray cuts the ribbon at a ceremony for the Cypress Wetlands and Historic Walking Trails on Tuesday, May 15. From left is Councilman Tom Klein, Town Manager Van Willis and Councilman Joe Lee. ABOVE: The Richmond Avenue overlook provides an ideal location to watch birds and feel immersed in the tranquil environment. BELOW: A plaque marks the 1997 dedication of the park off Paris Avenue to the Public Works Department. The new amphitheater looks out onto the wetlands.

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The 26th Annual Gullah Festival will take place at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, with additional venues throughout Beaufort, from Friday, May 25, until Sunday, May 27. The festival celebrates and recognizes the history, customs, cultures, language and accomplishments of the African Americans of the Lowcountry. The theme for this year’s event is “Preserving a Legacy for the Next Generation,” with a focus on the family. In fact, Friday is Family Day, and events begin at 10:30 a.m. with a large lineup of local school bands, choirs and dance ensembles. The official opening ceremony will kick off at 4 p.m., with the Miss. Gullah Teen Pageant at 6 p.m. The whole weekend will be a blend of music, arts, food, remembrances, special events and worship that will create an unforgettable experience. This year’s honorary chairperson is Dr. Frank Faulk, and singer Tony Terry from L.A. is the featured artist. To purchase tickets or for a complete schedule of events, call 843-636-3788 or visit www.gullahfestival.net.

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Beaufort Garden Club features annual Garden a Day. see page 20 INDEX

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Burton Fire District joins the elite Effective July 1, the Burton Fire District’s Insurance Services Office (ISO) Public Protection Classification rating will improve from a 4 to a 3, elevating the fire district into an elite group of fire departments nationwide and helping lower many individual and business insurance premiums throughout the district.

ISO inspects fire departments throughout the United States and analyzes the relevant data and assigns a Public Protection Classification from 1 to 10. Class 1 generally represents superior property fire protection, and Class 10 indicates that the area’s firesuppression program doesn’t meet ISO’s minimum criteria.

The Burton Fire District protects an area of 83 square miles that includes areas of commercial, industrial, residential development along with rural communities and the intertwining waterways.

The last time the Burton Fire District was evaluated was in 1986 when the district operated out of three fire stations with six paid firefighters. Today the district operates out of five fire stations, with 56 paid firefighters trained to national standards and capable of responding to the various types of emergencies expected of today’s modern fire service to include an Advance Life Support program.

“What this grading signifies to us and to our citizens is, that with all the tremendous and dynamic growth our county has undergone in the last 26 years, that we have approached providing the needed fire protection in a smart, efficient, and economically responsible manner,” stated Burton Fire District Fire Chief Harry Rountree. “Not only did we maintain our rating, but improved to a level that puts us with the top graded fire departments in both the state and the nation!”

Nationally 48,324 departments are graded by ISO, with 681 of those departments being in the state of South Carolina. Nationally, only 2,662

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reporter The Burton Fire District, in partnership with Battery Creek High School SADD, sponsored a mock vehicle crash in the parking lot of the school recently to provide students with a realistic demonstration of the results of drinking and driving. “We have had motor vehicle fatalities involving our children over the years, and if we have reached one person and changed their fate, it was all worth it,” stated Burton Firefighter John Perry who put the event together.

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fire departments, or less than 1%, have a rating of 3 and below, and 104 South Carolina departments, or 15%, have a similar rating of 3 or lower.

Several of the Burton Fire District’s programs were closely inspected and graded such as training, apparatus, and personnel. While the district was given high grades in all areas, it was the management of the fire district’s apparatus fleet that was a highlight during the inspection.

The fire district maximized its grade for pumper capacity — scoring 5 out of 5 points — in which the fire potential that the district may be faced with is compared against their apparatus’ ability to combat those fires.

The change in ISO grading from a 4 to a 3 can mean savings in insurance premiums for homeowners, and even more so for commercial businesses.

Burton Deputy Fire Chief Tom Webb cautions homeowners to call their insurance company because savings can vary between agencies. Another major

impact to insurance premiums can go beyond your fire department’s ISO grading but in the water supply to your community.

“For any building that does not have a fire hydrant within a 1,000 feet of the structure, it doesn’t matter if your fire department is graded as an ISO 1 or an ISO 3, you may not see any savings,” Webb stated. “No matter what type of equipment the department has, if there is no water available to use at that address, the grading doesn’t matter.” “ To protect such a vast area encompassing so many diversified hazards, and being able to keep up with growth and continue to meet both national standards and public expectations; and then, to be graded in the top 1% of fire department’s nationally is quite an accomplishment,” stated Rountree.

“We have proven we are doing right, we are doing it smart, and providing our citizens with what they need and deserve.”

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Willis recalled all the times he woke up early to meet with Henry Robinson about the project that’s been more than nine years in the making.

As far as restoring the area to its

natural state and managing stormwater, Willis said, “We’re pretty proud of what we’ve done so far.”

He thanked all the people and businesses that helped turn this longterm eco-dream into a reality.

The citizens and Town of Port Royal also recognized Public Works employee Silas Green for his dedication to the town. The World War II veteran

was given a flag and was called “a great ambassador for Port Royal.”

Meanwhile, back in the wetlands, interactive boards contain information about birds of prey, species of trees and the ecological importance of this area.

The 0.56 mile trail — a combination of boardwalk, paved trail, and roadside pedestrian and bike trail — is also easy to follow with well-placed markers.

LOWCOUNTRY BROIL Did you get a boot on your car parking downtown or is the traffic light on your street ridiculously slow? Or would you like to thank a stranger for a random act of kindness? Here’s your chance to sound off about what you love and hate. Send your comments to LowcountryBroil@gmail.com and you could see them in our new column called Lowcountry Broil. Don’t worry: They’re all anonymous.

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Stopping to smell the roses

By Jack Sparacino

There’s nothing like the heat of summer to prompt you to slow down, pour some iced tea and smell the roses (or whatever’s blooming that doesn’t prompt a sneezing fit). Take a break.

And philosophize about the really big stuff. The following items topped my list recently.

1. Who’s smarter, Harvard graduates or Harvard dropouts? I’ve always suspected it might actually be the dropouts, who were smart enough to get into Harvard in the first place but perhaps so gifted and creative that even extraordinary classroom and academic environments are too confining for them.

I’m thinking of people like Edwin H. Land, R. Buckminster Fuller, Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, William Randolph Hearst, and Robert Frost. Does anyone have comprehensive data on this?

2. OK, it’s 2012 for heaven’s sake, so which actually did come first, the chicken or the egg? Once and for all.

Maybe we should convene a blue ribbon panel which includes representatives from the poultry industry (is Jim Perdue available?), the Deviled Egg Society of America, a paleontologist, an archeologist, a biologist ... and of course a logician. How about we give them 48 hours to render their decision and a straightforward explanation. This will go a long way toward answering the age old question of whether to serve egg salad or chicken salad first at a picnic.

3. Why do politicians (only, it

Jack Sparacino has a Ph.D. in psychology from The University of Chicago. He has published over 20 articles in psychological and medical journals. He is retired from United Technologies Corporation and now lives with his wife, Jane and their two dogs on St. Helena Island. His hobbies include fishing, clamming, crabbing, shrimping and writing.

How in the world do great mystery/thriller writers do it? Where do all those plot twists and diabolical characters come from? The number of terrific books that top-selling authors such as John Grisham, Nelson DeMille and John Sandford turn out is truly astounding. It’s a mystery to me. seems) carry their office titles for life?

Senator so-and-so. Governor such-andsuch. Shouldn’t the same courtesy be offered to former company presidents, team leaders, and various officers, for example? And how did General Mills, Colonel Mustard, Captain Crunch and Sergeant Pepper cut in line?

4. Given how the human spine is configured, with all those moving parts, walking upright can be pretty stressful over a lifetime. There must be a better design that would lead to fewer back aches.

5. I’ve seen ground black pepper advertised as an excellent, healthy antioxidant. But who could eat enough of it to realize a significant benefit? (I’m open to being peppered with suggestions on this one.)

6. How in the world do great mystery/thriller writers do it? Where do all those plot twists and diabolical characters come from? The number of terrific books that top-selling authors such as John Grisham, Nelson DeMille

and John Sandford turn out is truly astounding. It’s a mystery to me.

7. Grade school kids often say they want to be professional athletes, teachers, nurses, firefighters, astronauts, etc. All good and understandable. But do ANY of them EVER say they’re looking into taxidermy? Accounting? Managing a convenience store? Engineering?

Running a bowling alley? Becoming an entrepreneur or inventor?

8. Whatever happened to popular girls’ names from the 40’s, 50’s and 60’s?

You know, like Linda, Becky, Jane, Sally, Jill or Debby. By the year 2020 or so, will all baby girls in America be named Emma, Sophia or Isabella? Britney or Courtney, anyone?

9. Cheese dates back 5,000 years or so (a good reminder to always check expiration dates). Curiously, crackers didn’t come along until 1792 when John Pearson made a rock hard bread product from just flour and water in Newburyport, Massachusetts. He called

it Pearson’s Pilot Bread. It was a big hit with sailors because it lasted a long time and became known as hardtack or sea biscuit. In Jack case anyone was Sparacino wondering where the word “cracker” came from, Josiah Bent, another Massachusetts baker, deserves the credit. In 1801 he burned some biscuits in his brick oven. The burning biscuits made a “crackling” noise, hence the name. Mr. Bent later sold his business to the National Biscuit Company and the rest is history.

9a. Why do boxes of Cracker Jack not include any crackers? Maybe they should be called Popcorn Jack.

10. Lots of great songs have been written about trains (e.g., “City of New Orleans,” “Train Time”), cars (“Pink Cadillac,” “Little Deuce Coupe”) and airplanes (“Leaving On a Jet Plane,” “Bloody Mary Morning”). Seems like not enough songs feature bikes or buses. Anyone care to take a crack at snowmobiles?

11. What’s with Spanish moss not draping itself on pine trees or palmettos, don’t they like them? I don’t understand why the moss seems so overwhelmingly attracted to oak trees.

OK, break’s over. Time to check the crab trap. And then the cheese and cracker supply.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Croquet Tournament fundraiser on Brays Island was a success

The 21st Annual AMIkids Beaufort Croquet Tournament and Picnic this month was a great success, raising more than $55,000. Special thanks to Brays Island Plantation for hosting the event once again. We also thank our tournament sponsors, teams, area businesses, as well as individual donors within our community.

We salute Grand Marshal Pat McGarrity and Board Member Brantley Harvey Jr., who hosted a captain’s cocktail reception at his historic home.

Croquet Tournament results: First Place, Sun City Stars

with 56 wickets; tied for second place with 55 wickets were Brays Island Dove and Brays Island Chukar. Best Dressed Lady was Sharon Smith and Best Dressed Man was Scott Abrahamson. This year’s Bullseye competition went to Simon Jenkins.

AMIkids Beaufort is a nonprofit residential facility located in Lobeco that is alternative to prison for juvenile offenders ages 14-17. Since it started, 78 percent of AMIkids Beaufort graduates don’t get into any more trouble with the law. That’s a lot higher than other programs and certainly higher than prison successes.

Mike Ingram and Dr. Mike Harris AMIkids Beaufort Co -Tournament Chairmen

Victorian dress at AMIkids Beaufort Croquet Tourney fundraiser.

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Who do you listen to?

By Martha O’Regan

They say we are a product of the top five people whom we listen to with regularity. Hmm, what does that mean to you? Who are your top five? Are they family members always sharing the latest and greatest drama or gossip? Are they friends you hang with out of habit but really don’t engage or inspire you into your authentic growth? Are they the talk radio hosts who are negatively judging every person they talk about or are, quite frankly, saying nothing at all?

Are they mindless TV shows that drain the life out of you night after night? And we can’t forget that voice in our own head. Certainly gives you something to ponder, doesn’t it?

Are you where you want to be in your life? If not, maybe it’s time to evaluate your top five. If you aspire for success in your specific field of interest, seek out those who have achieved what you want and follow their steps. If you are tired of the draining energy of gossip and judgment of others, casually shift the conversation into something that feels better, even if it is just the weather at first.

If you feel helpless while commiserating with the family member who is always coming down with the latest illness, start researching “spontaneous healings” and see what you discover. Find music that inspires you either through lyrics or a more lively beat and tempo. Turn off the news. Listen to your own thoughts, and if they are self judging, practice self love instead. It’s OK, no one has to know.

There are countless ways to begin to change what goes into your brain and nervous system without running away and moving to a mountain top. Once we become aware of who we are listening to, then tune into to how it feels in our mind/body, we can begin the process of choosing what works and what doesn’t.

Sometimes, just the awareness brings about its own change, often without fanfare or drama, just a drifting away of what used to be a “habit” but, quite simply, no longer resonates.

A speaker at a recent workshop broke learning down into four stages. The first is unconscious incompetence, meaning “you don’t know what you don’t know’.”

The second is conscious incompetence,

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Listen to your own thoughts, and if they are self judging, practice self love instead. It’s OK, no one has to know. meaning “now you know what you didn’t know.” Here is where choice occurs — you can either not care that you didn’t know and move along the same path or decide to begin learning about that thing that you didn’t know that you didn’t know ... get it?

Stage three is conscious competence where you are learning something new, repeating it, learning more, repeating it, etc. This is the stage that is building new neural pathways in the brain through learning and repetition, ultimately taking you to the fourth and final stage called unconscious competence. At this stage, this new thing or idea is now a part of you, embedded deep in the brain and you don’t even have to think about it anymore. A perfect example is driving your car. Remember when it was new and you had to think about every aspect of starting, driving and parking a vehicle?

Now, we often don’t even remember the journey from point A to point B, we just do it without thought — unconscious competence.

Have fun for as long as you need to in stage three as you consciously tune into your top five, finding ways to course correct based on how it feels. Check in periodically and re-evaluate. I bet that over time you will have unconsciously created a circle of influence that supports your dreams and desires.

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health briefs Beaufort Memorial Hospital awarded accreditation from The Joint Commission

Beaufort Memorial Hospital has earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval™ for accreditation by demonstrating compliance with The Joint Commission’s national standards for health care quality and safety in hospitals.

The accreditation award recognizes Beaufort Memorial’s dedication to continuous compliance with The Joint Commission’s state-of-the-art standards.

Beaufort Memorial Hospital underwent a rigorous unannounced on-site survey earlier this month. A team of Joint Commission expert surveyors evaluated BMH for compliance with standards of care specific to the needs of patients, including infection prevention and control, leadership and medication management.

“In achieving Joint Commission accreditation, Beaufort Memorial Hospital has demonstrated its commitment to the highest level of care for its patients,” says Mark Pelletier, R.N., M.S., executive director, Hospital Programs, Accreditation and Certification Services, The Joint Commission. “Accreditation is a voluntary process and I commend Beaufort Memorial for successfully undertaking this challenge to elevate its standard of care and instill confidence in the community it serves.”

BMH offers Stroke Survivors Support Group

Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services now offers a Stroke Survivors Support Group that meets the second Wednesday of the month from 4 to 5 p.m., in the Beaufort Memorial Keyserling Cancer Center Library. The cancer center is located at 1680 Ribaut Road in Port Royal. The first meeting was held May 9 with future meetings on June 13, July 11, August 15, September 12, October 10, November 14 and December 12. There is no registration required.

For more information, please contact Jessica Kurpis at 522-5593 or Kathy Campbell at 522-7445.

Camp Sea Breeze caters to kids with asthma

Children with asthma can learn to safely enjoy an active lifestyle by attending Camp Sea Breeze, a weeklong asthma camp, sponsored by Beaufort Memorial LifeFit Wellness Services and the Beaufort Memorial Hospital Foundation. Camp Sea Breeze is a day camp designed to teach children with asthma how to cope with their disease. Staffed by Beaufort Memorial respiratory therapists, the camp combines field trips to the YMCA and Marine Corps Air Station, arts and crafts, exercise and nutrition classes, and asthma education in a fun and safe environment.

To attend Camp Sea Breeze you must have asthma, be between the ages of 6 and 11, and be under a physician’s care for asthma. A parent orientation will be held Monday, June 25, at 6 p.m. in the Beaufort Memorial Administration Boardroom on the third floor of the Beaufort Medical Plaza. The camp will run from Tuesday, June 26, through Friday, June 29, from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the Sea Island Best Western (Dolphin Room). The cost is $25 per child, and includes lunch, snacks, materials and a T-shirt. Scholarships are available. To register, call Toni Rehkop, respiratory therapist, in the BMH LifeFit Wellness Center at (843) 522-5830.

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Annual Consumer Confidence Resport (CCR) JANUARY 1, 2011 TO DECEMBER 31, 2011 Harbor Island 0750013 We are pleased to present to you this year’s annual Consumer Confidence Report. This report is designed to inform you about the quality of water and services we deliver to you everyday.

Our constant goal is to provide you with a safe and dependable supply of drinking water.

Beaufort Jasper Water and Sewer Authority (BJWSA) provides our water, with its source being the Savannah River; the raw water is treated at the Chelsea Water Treatment Plant. The river water travels 18 miles via open canal to the water plant located in the Chelsea area. The Chelsea Water Treatment Plant provides up to 24 million gallons per day (mgd) to residences and businesses in northern Beaufort County. This plant can also be used to supplement water supplies in southern Beaufort County as necessary. BJWSA’s annual report is available for your review at www.bjwsa. org. This report details our water quality and what it means. In addition to BJWSA testing, Harbor Island Utilities routinely monitors for contaminants in your drinking water according to Federal and State laws.

The sources of drinking water (both tap water and bottled water) include rivers, lakes, streams, ponds, reservoirs, springs, and wells. As water travels over the surface of the land or through the ground, it dissolves naturally-occurring, minerals and, in some cases, radioactive material, and can pick up substances resulting from the presence of animals or from human activity.

Contaminants that may be present in source water include: -Microbial contaminants, such as viruses and bacteria, which may come from sewage treatment plants, septic systems, agricultural livestock operations, and wildlife.

-Inorganic contaminants, such as salts and metals, which can be naturally-occurring or result from urban storm water runoff, industrial or domestic wastewater discharge, oil and gas production, mining or farming.

-Pesticides and herbicides, which may come from

a variety of sources such as agriculture, urban storm water runoff, and residential uses.

-Organic chemical contaminants, including synthetic and volatile organic chemicals, which are by-products of industrial processes and petroleum production, and can, also come from gas stations, urban storm water runoff, and septic systems.

-Radioactive contaminants, which can be naturally-occurring or be the result of oil and gas production and mining activities.

Drinking water including bottled water may reasonably be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. More information about contaminants and potential health risks can be obtained by calling the EPAs Safe Drinking Water Hotline at (800)426-4791.

In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, EPA prescribes regulations which limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems. FDA regulations establish limits for contaminants in bottled water, which must provide the same protection for public health. Some people may be more vulnerable to contaminants in drinking water than the general population.

Immuno-compromised persons such as persons with cancer, undergoing chemotherapy, persons who have undergone organ transplants, people with HIV/AIDS or other immune system disorders, some elderly and infants can be particularly at risk form infections. These people should seek advice about drinking water from their health care providers. EPA/CDC guidelines on appropriate means to lessen the risk of infections by Cryptosporidium and other microbial contaminants are available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline (800) 426-4791.

If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing.

We cannot control the variety of materials used in plumbing components. When your water has been sitting for several hours, you can minimize the potential for lead exposure by flushing your

tap for 30 seconds to 2 minutes before using water for cooking or drinking. If you are concerned about lead in your water, you may wish to have your water tested. Information on lead in drinking water, testing methods, and steps you can take to minimize exposure is available from the Safe Drinking Water Hotline or at http://epa. gov/safewater/lead *We routinely monitor for various constituents in the water supply to meet all regulatory requirements. Lead and Copper monitoring was done in September 2009. Harbor Island Utilities, Inc., did not exceed the action level for lead or copper at the 90th Percentile. Therefore, we remain on an ultra-reduced triennial monitoring schedule. Our next sampling will take place between June 1, 2012 and September 30, 2012. The high detection number numbers shown for BJWSA in the Distribution System table occurred in only one home out of all of the sites tested. Subsequent testing did not show an elevated level of lead. ** Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time cold experience gastrointestinal distress. Some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over many years could suffer liver or kidney damage. People with Wilson’s Disease should consult their personal doctor. BJWSAs water did not exceed the average MCL for copper, and did not have a violation. The high detection numbers shown in the Distribution System table occurred in only one home out of all sites tested.

Subsequent testing did not show an elevated level of copper.

For the year 2011, the average level of tritium in the Savannah River raw water was 502 pCi/L. Tritium is a regulated constituent and the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set a maximum contamination level for its occurrence in the water as 20,000 pCi/L. BJWSA levels are less than 3% of the EPA’s drinking water standard.

BJWSA will continue its extensive monitoring program for tritium and report to HIU. South Carolina’s Source Water Assessment Program, mandated by 1996 Amendments to

the Federal Safe Drinking Water Act, is aimed at protecting public drinking water supplies at the source—the rivers, lakes and streams all across South Carolina. As part of this program, a source water assessment of the Savannah River Basin has been completed. This assessment is part of a program to identify what and where pollution prevention efforts are necessary to ensure the future safety of our community’s drinking water and to implement those protective measures.

SC Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has complied the assessments from all water utilities in the state into a Source Water Protection Program.

DHEC’s assessment included consideration of eight categories of potential contaminants: volatile organic compounds, petroleum products, metals, nitrates, pesticides/herbicides, pathogens, radionuclides and undetermined. The assessment identified and mapped sources that could potentially release these contaminants, such as gas stations, dry cleaners, agricultural areas, automobile repair shops, landfills, septic systems, and manufacturers, businesses and facilities where potential contaminants are used or stored.

DHEC compiled an initial inventory of potential contaminants at 22 sources within the Savannah River basin. Zero sources had a high susceptibility ranking; 17 had a moderate susceptibility ranking and 5 had a low susceptibility ranking. The information in the Source Water Assessment Report will be the foundation of a local effort to improve protection of our drinking water sources.

A copy of the Source Water Assessment Report is available for your review at www.scdhec.gov/ environment.

BJWSA was monitored for the Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Regulation 2 (UCMR2) in 2010. No detections were noted. If you would like to receive a list of the contaminants monitored please contact Matthew Bradey in BJWSA Communications Dept. at (843) 9879213.

Please direct specific questions regarding HIU’s report to Michael Maxwell, Chief Operator, (843) 982-0405.

Harbor Island Utilities (0750013) 2011 Regulated Contaminants Detected Substance

Date Tested

MCLG

Action Level (AL)

90th Percentile

# Of Sites Over AL

Units

Violation

Copper

9/28/2009

1.3

1.3

0.09

0

ppm

N

Erosion of natural deposits. Leaching from wood preservatives; corrosion of household plumbing systems.

Lead

9/28/2009

0

15

4

0

ppb

N

Corrosion of household plumbing; erosion of natural deposits

KEY:

Definitions: The following tables contain scientific terms and measures, some of which may require explanation.

Action Level: The concentration of a contaminant, which, if exceeded, triggers treatment or other requirements, which a water system must follow.

Action Level Goal (ALG): The level of a contaminant in drinking water below which there is no known or expected risk to health. ALGs allow for a margin of safety.

Maximum Contaminant Level Goal or MCLG: The level of a contaminant in drinking water below, which there is no known or expected risk to health. MCLGs allow for a margin of safety.

Maximum Contaminant Level or MCL: The highest level of a contaminant that is allowed in drinking water. MCLs are set as close to the MCLGs as feasible using the best available treatment technology.

Likely Source of Contamination

ppm: milligrams per liter or parts per million – or one ounce in 7,350 gallons of water ppb: micrograms per liter or parts per billion – or one ounce in 7,350,000 gallons of water. na: not applicable.

Avg.: Regulatory compliance with some MCLs are based on running annual average of monthly samples.

Maximum residual disinfectant level goal or MRDLG: The level of drinking water disinfectant below which there is no known or expected risk to health. MRDLGs do not reflect the benefits of the use of disinfectants to control microbial contaminants.

Maximum residual disinfectant level or MRDL: The highest level of disinfectant allowed in drinking water. There is convincing evidence that addition of a disinfectant is necessary for control of microbial contaminants.

PCi/L: picocuries per liter (a measure of radioactivity) TT: Treatment Technique NTU: Nephelometric Turbidity Units

Violations Table Total Coliform Coliforms are bacteria that are naturally present in the environment and are used as an indicator that other, potentially-harmful, bacteria may be present. Coliforms were found in more samples than allowed and this was a warning of potential problems.

Violation Type

Violation Begin

MCL (TCR), MONTHLY

Violation End

07/01/2011

Violation Explanation

07/31/2011

Total coliform bacteria were found in our drinking water during the period indicated in enough samples to violate a standard.

Distribution System BJWSA (0720003)

Samples taken for testing came from various points in BJWSA’s water treatment and distribution system

Contaminant Detected Level

Range of Highest Level Detection Allowed (MCL)

Goal (MCLG)

Unit of Measure

Violation

Year

Possible Source

Cadmium

0.77

0-0.77

5

5

PPB

N

2011

Corrosion of galvanized pipes; erosion of natural deposits; discharge from metal refineries; runoff from waste batteries and paint

Fluoride

0.72

0-0.72

4

4

PPM

N

2011

Erosion of natural deposits; water additive which promotes strong teeth; Discharge from fertilizer and aluminum factories

Nitrate

.020

ND-0.20

10

10

PPM

N

2011

Runoff from fertilizer use; leaching from septic tanks, sewage, erosion of natural deposits

Copper**

90th % =0.291 1>AL

ND-1.520

AL = 1.3

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arts&entertainment black chamber of commerce presents 2012

Artist Showcase

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce welcomes local and visiting exhibitors to the Artist Showcase 2012 on May 25-26 at Sea Island Best Western in historic downtown Beaufort. The 10th annual showcase is free and open to the public Friday, May 25 from Noon until 8 p.m., and Saturday, May 26 from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. Here’s a look at some of the featured artists: Hank D. Herring creates his unique graphics from found or rescued materials such as driftwood, discarded metals or fabrics. He learned whittling from his two grandfathers and quilting from his family, crediting his family with artistic stimulation. He creates original wood stamps used for batiking, and then the stamps themselves become pieces of art. He teaches at the Children’s Educational Village in Atlanta as the village printmaker and continually shows his passion for the community and the arts through public events and forums. His work and that of many additional artists is exhibited in his gallery the Green Herring Gallery in historic downtown Beaufort.

Claudette Humphrey was a first grade teacher in New Rochelle, N.Y., when she joined scores of other arts-minded teachers in year-long workshops at Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in Manhattan and Julliard School. She immersed herself in the burgeoning New York arts culture inviting all the arts daily into her classroom and into her life.

Her paintings smile through bright, elemental colors reflecting themes and vistas from her years living in California, Hawaii, New York, and now Beaufort.

Patricia Wells is a Beaufort native who offers peace, love and harmony through her acrylics and oils which she describes as “divinely guided.”

Marquita Willis is an artist from California, holding the BFA from California State University, and

Free Entertainment by mahoganee at Artist Showcase Public Reception Live entertainment is a new feature of the Artist Showcase at the public reception Friday, May 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. Recording artist Mahoganee will perform and the almost two dozen local and regional artists will be introduced. Mahoganee is a singer and songwriter with extensive performance and collaboration history who is described by the sound of Lauren Hill with a twist of Minnie Ripperton and a cup of Janis Joplin. Her name means rich in strength which she strives for as an artist using her music to provide positive outlets for women and girls to achieve dreams.

“Amazing” by Patricia Wells.

recently relocated to establish Island Girl Art in South Carolina. Her paintings reflect the vibrant Gullah culture. She has exhibited in several galleries throughout the Carolinas and Virginia and has illustrated the children’s book “I Saw It Coming.”

Rose Willis, also of Island Girl Art, will be exhibiting her custom silver and exotic bead jewelry creations.

Marie D. Lewis, of Beaufort, began her painting in oils and acrylics five years ago. She has an A.A. Degree in apparel design from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, a B.S. Degree in marketing and distributive education from Virginia Commonwealth University and a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Development from Webster University. She has conducted seminars and workshops in fashion, color, line and design, interior design, and management development for 25 years.

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by Marie D. Lewis.

Mary Anderson, a Winnsboro, S.C., artist, creates art from gourds and handmade paper.

Gwen Williams is a Beaufort artist who creates jewelry and paintings in oils and acrylics.

Bridget Murray is a contemporary fabric artist based in Walterboro.

She works with traditional quilting techniques and paints and embellishes fabrics to create her original designs.

Liz and Charlie Mitchell, who are authors, marketing consultants and event managers for international clients and cultural organizations, will be showing their mobile travel apps: Hilton Head Essentials and Myrtle Beach’s Best.

For more information, follow and connect at http://www.bcbcc.org, on Twitter at BeaufortBlack and the Facebook page Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce.

Auditions being held for ‘Who Knew Talent Revue’ USCB Center for the Arts invites you to audition for the “Who Knew Talent Revue” on Wednesday, May 30. If you love to sing, dance, or play in band, we have a great opportunity for you or your band to be on stage.

All you have to do is call is 843-5214145 to schedule your audition time.

Specific auditions are as follows: • Vocalists: 5:30 p.m.

• Dancers, bands, etc,: 8:30 p.m.

Non returnable photo and resume helpful if available. Limited to ages 16 and older.

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accompanist one will be provided.

Bring two copies of sheet music or bring background music or CD in your key, please. Three minute time limit. Be prepared to sing on stage with the microphone.

For bands, keyboard and drums will be provided for auditions.

Prepare two contrasting songs or send CD and band vocalist (limited to 15 minutes setup and performance) Reservations required for your audition time.

The “Who Knew Talent Revue” performances are scheduled for

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August 5-7 at USCB Center for the Arts on Carteret Street.

The University of South Carolina Beaufort (USCB) is a senior institution of the University of South Carolina system serving the southeast coast of Georgia and South Carolina. The university’s two campuses, located on the waterfront in Beaufort, and in Bluffton, serve a diverse student body of 1,700. For more information about USCB and its arts programs, please visit www.uscb.edu or call the Office of Advancement at 843-208-8240.

THE INDIE FILM CORNER “A Separation” from The World Series presented by Emerging Pictures in HD at USCB Center For the Arts on Monday, May 21 at 7 p.m.

Synopsis: A married couple is faced with a difficult decision — to improve the life of their child by moving to another country or to stay in Iran. Set in contemporary Iran, the film is a compelling drama about the dissolution of a marriage and family. Simin wants to leave Iran with her husband, Nader, and pre-teen daughter, Termeh.

However, Nader refuses to leave behind his Alzheimer-suffering father, compelling Simin to sue for divorce, custody of their daughter and separation.

Ratings & Reviews: Internet film site IMDb gives it a rating of 8.5 and Rotten Tomatoes critic’s: 99% and audience: 94%.

Certainly the highest marks we are likely to see this season. It won the 2012 Best Foreign film Oscar.

Previewer Comments: This is an amazingly well constructed film about people’s lives and relationships where interactions between them, is not what it may seem to us or to them. Frequently, the characters and the audience are pressed to find the “best” solution, only to be thwarted by another happening or different understanding what actually happened.

Both are faced with trying to determine moral, ethical, religious and legal solutions to find the right answer, the right outcome.

We learn how hard work this is, as nothing is as black and white as we would prefer to it to be. The question the film raises is who actually knows what is appropriate or right? … And with that realization, what do we do about it ... what does anyone do about it?

Post Film Panel Discussion: There will be a panel discussion with audience members who wish to stay regarding the issues the film raises and what outcome is “right.” I will moderate the discussion and the panel members will be: John Sheppard, Parish Associate at Sea Island Presbyterian Church; Dr. Julie Murphy, PhD in counseling with an active practice that frequently encompasses family issues; and Sam Scoville, an attorney with Harvey and Battey who leads their domestic family practice. Each of the panel members will address the audience’s questions or positions from their own different professional perspective. Don’t miss it!

Rated: Rated PG-13 for mature relationship material.

Tickets for adults are $7, seniors $6, students $5. Call USCB Center for the arts box office at 843-521-4145 or purchase day of performance. Box office opens one hour prior to show time.

Dennis Tavernetti is a resident of St. Helena Island and retired to the Lowcountry having a lifelong interest in the arts. He encouraged USCB’s Center for the Arts to investigate the possibility of bringing Indie, World and Documentary HD films to Beaufort.

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Smalls raises her voice for Boys & Girls Club Marlena Smalls — internationally known as a Gullah entertainer, educator, and historian and as Bubba’s mom in the movie “Forrest Gump” — is presenting a benefit concert for the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Beaufort Area, May 19 in the gymnasium of the Beaufort Club.

“Why wouldn’t I be a part of saving the Beaufort Club?” Marlena Smalls asked. “I live here and I’m at a place in my life when I feel I am needed at home.

“In Beaufort, we make sure we have a beautiful city; we take down meters, change directions of streets, build new buildings and renovate old ones. Out of all the projects we do, the most important commodity this community has is our children,” Smalls said. “That’s where our priority needs to be, that’s where our biggest investment needs to be. How we guide our children to their future is also how we also guide the future of our city and region.”

The Marlena Smalls Benefit Concert will be held Saturday, May 19, at 7 p.m. in the newly renovated gymnasium of the Boys & Girls Club of Beaufort (1100 Boundary Street.) Tickets are $35 a person and include drinks and hors d’oeuvres. You can pay at the door or call Liz Vallino, special events director of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Lowcountry,

Marlena Smalls by Maura Connelly Photography.

at 843-694-3197 to reserve your tickets.

While Smalls is using her vocal talent to help out the club with a concert, she also plans to house her newly formed artistic program for children there. Her program, called “Kids North of the Broad,” or KNOB, is a venue for her to pass on artistic knowledge to future singers, writers, photographers, dancers, actors and visual artists. This program is Smalls’ way to ensure the artistic expression of the Lowcountry continues.

KNOB is an integrated program for children ages 13 through 18 that will focus on music, writing, visual arts (i.e. painting, photography, etc.), dance and theater. The goal of each class is to produce a theatrical production at the end of each seven-month session.

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Street Music has crowd groovinâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; in Port Royal

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The GrooveTones, a South Carolina blues and rock band, performed in front of a crowd of about 300 last Saturday as part of Street Music on Paris Avenue.

The mild evening brought out music lovers young and old: Cute children ran around and danced while the adults mingled, drank beer and wine, and listened to the funky sounds of the band.

The Street Music series, committed to providing quality national and international touring musicians of all genres for free, is a gift to the community from the Town of Port Royal and produced by ARTworks. Four concerts are held from May to June. The next free concert is Saturday, May 26 at 6:30 p.m. and features folk and Americana singer Angela Easterling and The Beguilers.

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Thirty firefighters from the Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort Structural Fire Department and the surrounding area became certified to perform confined space rescues after a five-day-long course on the air station in April. The South Carolina Fire Academy provided the training and simulation equipment for the firefighters as part of their annual requirement to become confined space entry and rescue certified.

“It’s very helpful,” said Darran Vaughn, Air Station Fire Department assistant fire chief. “You have to have this training to make an entry into any confined space and make a rescue. “[The ability to go into tight spaces] is critical to our mission on base. You can be called out at any time to make a confined space rescue.”

Visibility, fire, panicking victims, claustrophobia and harmful chemicals and gases are the variables playing against a close quarters rescue.

“This training gives my firefighters a level of confidence in the job they have to perform,” Vaughn said. “By doing this training, it gives them an understanding of ventilation, rigging, entry and teamwork for a confined space rescue.”

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One theme echoed throughout every exercise is safety, said Bill Cantrell, South Carolina Fire Academy technical rescue instructor. “We go back to the National Fire Protection Association for technical rescue [standards].

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Master Sgt. Kathryn Denham, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort operations chief, will begin walking down a road less traveled when she climbs the steps of Capitol Hill as a legislative assistant to a member of Congress later this fall.

The Congressional Fellowship Program takes officers and Staff Noncommissioned Officers (SNCOs) and integrates them into the legislative branch of U.S. government for three years.

“I’ve always wanted to [be a part of CFP] since I heard about the program back in 2009,” Denham said. “I look at politics not so much as a career, but as a need to know or an interest to know how it works.”

Typical responsibilities for the first year include drafting legislation, floor debate preparation, planning and analysis of public policy, and serving as congressional liaisons to constituents.

Denham is the only Marine to apply for the CFP from the Tri-Command this year. She said with how unique and beneficial the program is, she is surprised more SNCOs don’t apply or even know about the program.

Denham has been selected for the program this year, the real test of her knowledge and talents will occur next year in Washington, D.C. “A Marine on [Capitol Hill] among our lawmakers can have the same positive or negative impact that a recruiter in our communities or a Marine on liberty in a foreign country can have,” said Master Gunnery Sgt. Richard Moore, Headquarters Marine Corps Office of Legislative Affairs senior enlisted advisor.

“This can have a direct impact on the Department of Defense and the Marine Corps as congressional leaders shape policies that impact the armed forces.”

The selection process is very in-depth in order to choose the best possible Marines.

None of the applicants ever see each other and the requirements dive into more than a service record book.

According to Moore, Marine Corps leadership traits and principles that are required of the outstanding SNCO leaders can help in Washington, D.C. The ability to work in a truly independent situation, strong leadership, professionalism, a welcoming personality, ability to articulate orally and in a written format, strong work ethic and drive are the traits desired of a Marine congressional liaison, Moore explained.

All of the standards are included in MARADMIN 572/11, to allow Marines ample time to prepare for the opportunity not only to have a unique experience, but to give the smallest branch of the military a voice in an arena where countless voices compete for attention.

“Without Marines on the Hill we don’t have a voice to provide the rest of the story,” Moore concluded.

Moore is scheduled to give a presentation at the air station Monday about the opportunities and requirements to apply for the program.

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Buying local foreclosures Will and Deena McCullough of Lowcountry Real Estate can be reached directly at 843-4418286 or via email at RealEstate@ BeaufortSC.net.

By Will McCullough

Approximately 15 years ago, I found myself standing on a ladder leaned against our first ever “investment property” — a foreclosed brick home in the Burton area. I was absolutely exhausted, having spent the entire day scrubbing every inch of the home’s exterior by hand with a bleach/water mixture to remove the “green stuff ” that covered it.

“Why didn’t you just power wash it?” the smirking neighbor standing below me asked. I made up a facesaving answer revolving around how “I wanted to make sure no spots were missed” but the truth was that I’d honestly never heard of power washing.

After burying the neighbor’s body in the backyard, Deena and I continued stumbling blindly forward into the world of “learning the hard way” as it related to the local foreclosure market.

That market has changed a bit over the last 15 years, and, for those who are interested (or just extremely bored), what follows are some personal opinions on the topic of purchasing Beaufort area foreclosures as it relates to May 2012.

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flooring and making repairs before they list their foreclosed properties for sale in an attempt to make them more sellable. In addition, they are often pricing them very aggressively. Please know that it’s not unusual for us to see well-priced foreclosed properties currently going under contract within a day or two of being listed.

Learn fast. Tour faster: If you are learning about the availability of foreclosed properties via online “third party” sources, you should know that these sites can take a few days to post new listings. I highly recommend that you instead ask a good local Realtor to set up direct notification for you from the MLS. Using this system, you can be automatically notified the minute a new foreclosure that meets your criteria hits the market. If you like what you see, call your agent to schedule a tour ASAP. Get a pre-qualification in advance: Most banks now require buyers

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to include proof of their ability to purchase with an initial offer on a foreclosure. Having a pre-qualification letter from your lender on hand (or proof of funds if paying cash) allows you to be ready to move when that “right” property suddenly appears.

Protect yourself: Banks stereotypically offer their foreclosures in “as is” condition and will not normally make repairs on behalf of the buyer. You’ll want to have a period of time to conduct various inspections and, if the results of those inspections are not to your satisfaction, be allowed to “walk away” from the transaction.

This topic warrants a detailed column of its own, so please consult with your agent on the best way to ensure this ability when making an offer!

Highest and best: It is currently not unusual in the local market for a bank to receive multiple offers within the same time period for an aggressively priced foreclosure listing. When this happens, the bank will normally notify the various agents that they have received more than one offer and that all buyers need to submit their “highest and best” offer. No, they are probably not lying; they actually have more than one offer. No, they won’t tell us what others have offered. If

you find yourself in this situation, consider the highest amount you are comfortable paying and offer exactly that. No more. No less.

Extra paperwork: Don’t be surprised if, a few days after making your initial offer, you receive additional paperwork to sign. Many banks have their own contracts and addendums for a potential foreclosure buyer to execute before an offer will be accepted. Be forewarned that every bank is different and their extra documentation can sometimes negate clauses written in your original offer. I highly recommend that you consider asking a real estate attorney to review bank-provided documents before you execute if it appears to conflict with your original offer’s wording.

Foreclosures offer first time home buyers and seasoned investors alike the opportunity to purchase local property at potentially discounted prices. Please just be sure to do as much homework as possible in advance. If you seek the guidance of a good agent and are patient yet still also ready to move quickly on the right property, it’s a process that can be navigated successfully. And if you ever come across an old brick home in Burton with a lump in the back yard, please disregard it. It’s probably just the septic tank. Good luck!

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“We teach the tools to maintain the body’s innate ability to heal, and empower the individual into listening to what their body is constantly revealing to them.”

Martha O’Regan is seen in one of the rooms at her office, Therapeutic Solutions, on Lady’s Island.

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martha o’regan knows the benefits of a balanced life

By Pamela Brownstein “Think about what you think about when you are thinking about it.”

That’s the quote on the back of Martha O’Regan’s business card.

It’s heavy stuff, but it reflects the importance for this mother of two and owner of Therapeutic Solutions to be in the moment and to always appreciate the power of the mind and the body.

“I love the human body/spirit, specifically the brain/mind and it’s amazing power. Every aspect of our life is managed through the mind and can change quickly. I love watching the lights flicker on when a client gets the ‘ah-ha’ of the power of the mind/body connection,” Martha said.

The 49-year-old grew up in Kingsport, Tenn.

She has been visiting her grandparents in Beaufort all her life, but moved here officially 18 years ago from the Florida Keys where she helped in the development and management of the island resort Little Palm Island. Also a boat captain, she spent a couple of years on Fripp and in Harbour Town, taking folks out on dolphin cruises before going to school to become a massage therapist.

Martha said she loves the water and the beauty of Beaufort. “I even find great joy to be stuck on the bridge so I can take that moment to slow down and appreciate what we get to see every day,” she said.

She first embarked on massage therapy because of a headache that had lasted 24/7 for more than four years. In her own words, Martha describes her healing journey: “After exhausting all avenues with conventional treatment methods, I stumbled on a neuromuscular therapist who put her thumb on the headache while explaining the muscular components to pain. Once the pain pattern was 12

FIND YOUR BALANCE Martha O’Regan can be reached at her office, Therapeutic Solutions, 73 Sams Point Road, on Lady’s Island. Call 843524-2554 for an appointment. Also, look for her columns in The Island News for advice on how to Live well and have fun. broken, I became trained and made it my mission to help others like I had been helped.

“After a decade of helping others through neuromuscular massage and learning about the brilliance of the human body and spirit, that the body does nothing wrong and that every pain and illness has a cause, I found myself with a new health challenge and went about trying to finding the cause. After a couple of years of hearing ‘we can’t find anything wrong,’ ‘your test results are normal,’ and ‘here, let’s try this medicine or procedure,’ I became exhausted both with conventional methods as well as with many ‘alternative’ therapies. One day, I just surrendered to our Higher Power and quit ‘trying’ to find the answers and voila, the answer came — B.E.S.T. (Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique), a technique that gets to the cause of pain and illness. While working with a BEST Practitioner, my body quickly began to heal, my energy was restored, and I was able to get off countless medications. Through BEST, I got my life back and made it my mission to learn the technique and get back to helping others like I had been helped.”

With a serene demeanor and a soothing voice, Martha describes the integrative healing approach

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she offers. “We meet folks where they are and using a variety of modalities and techniques, we remove whatever interferences that are keeping them stuck in a negative health pattern while at the same time empowering them into a greater state of health and well being. Employing B.E.S.T. allows me to ask the body exactly what it needs right here and right now, so I don’t have to guess, I just have to listen.

Then, I just do what the body indicates — it’s a beautiful thing,” she said.

Martha said she is most proud of the many folks over the years who have said “yes” to change and are living a healthy, vibrant life doing what brings them the greatest joy and passion.

Therapeutic Solutions has been in business for 17 years, the first 11 out of her home. “When I decided to transition my practice from neuromuscular therapy to a more integrative healing approach, I moved into a space at Newpoint Corners and has grown and evolved to where we are now,” Martha explained.

She has one full time practice manager, Carolyn Roos; one wellness/life coach, Danette Vernon; and a part time chiropractor, Dr. T.J. Pritchard, who also has a practice in Bluffton.

When asked about her goals for the future, she said her teenage girls have inspired her towards teaching and empowering the next generation.

“We have created space for a variety of classes to teach the basics of BEST, self care techniques, Family BEST, which teaches parents how to treat each other as well as their children, breathwork, group coaching, etc. Our mission is teach others to live well and to have fun in this thing called ‘life.’”

Martha’s passion and positivity leaves a lot to think about.

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New club launches its first high altitude balloon The new High Altitude Balloon (HAB) Club at Beaufort High School traveled to Barnwell High School in Barnwell where the students released a 1,500g weather balloon on Friday, May 4.

Attached to the balloon was a parachute and capsule. The capsule contained two different types of electronic tracking equipment. The primary device was a ham radio tracking device with GPS. The second was a SPOT Satellite Messenger. The capsule also contained a digital camera, set to take a photo every 15 seconds, a HD camcorder and a second camcorder that faced up and captured images of the balloon bursting. The balloon climbed to over 101,000 feet before bursting and traveled some 30 miles, coming down a mile north of Ehrhardt, S.C. This was a training flight for the new club. They hope to pair with students from Lady’s Island Middle School during the 2012-13 school year to launch high altitude science experiments.

Photos of the launch can be seen at http:// thetalon.smugmug.com/Misc/Space/More-Testing and a video of the balloon burst can be seen at http:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=SX6UXHLXjb0.

The High Altitude Balloon Club. Members are, from left, Todd Stowe (advisor), Josh Forbes, Jordan Washington, Tanner Powell, Ricardo Harris (photographer), Henry Savoie, Michael Price, Joe Tokar (advisor) and Joseph Young with his son Bryce.

Tanner Powell and Josh Forbes filling the balloon.

SCHOOL briefs • Thursday, May 17, Lady’s Island Elementary School takes a school-wide trip to see “Wizard of Oz” at USCB 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Also, SIC meeting at 5 p.m.

• Thursday, May 17, Riverview Charter School’s third grade “Pirates” Play, 6 p.m.

• Thursday, May 17, Beaufort Academy Middle School Academic Awards, 8:15 a.m.; Upper School Academic Awards, 6 p.m. Also, PreK through fourth grades to see the “Wizard of Oz” at USCB. • Friday, May 18, Mossy Oaks Elementary’s annual spring cookout. No reservations required.

Guest meals are $3.15, so bring exact change.

• Friday, May 18, first graders of Lady’s Island Elementary School will take a field trip to Hunting Island. Also, there will be a Project Unify Track Meet.

• Friday, May 18, Beaufort Academy’s Upper School Physics students will travel to Carowinds for Physics Day. • Friday, May 18, Riverview Charter School Uniform Free Friday. Bring $5 to dress out of uniform.

• Monday, May 21, Riverview Charter School’s Strings Year End Concert, 5 p.m.

• Monday, May 21, Beaufort Academy’s Upper School presents “Curtain Call” featuring three one-act plays. Show times are 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.

• Tuesday, May 22, Lady Island Elementary School’s Osprey Run & K-4 Field Day. • Tuesday, May 22, Riverview Charter School’s 4th graders “Go West” play, 6 p.m.

• Wednesday, May 23, the last day to turn in payments for Mossy Oaks spring pictures. Also, a limited number of year books will be sold in the office on a first come, first serve basis for $20.

• Wednesday, May 23, Beaufort Academy’s Lower School Variety Show, 2 p.m.

• Wednesday, May 23, Riverview Charter School’s 5th grade Capstone, 6:30 p.m.

A little appreciation for teachers Take a look at Beaufort Elementary School dads — Mr. Lovett, Mr. Fent and Mr. Londono — washing teachers’ cars to show appreciation during Teacher Appreciation Week. Teachers entered a drawing for a free car wash. Teachers who didn’t win any other drawing this week were chosen. A total of 25 cars washed! Also, parents of PAC have delivered goodies everyday

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BA students learn to swim at the YMCA Beaufort Academy second and third graders had their final days of swim lessons this week at the YMCA, which were free to the students through the Y’s Learn To Swim Program. The students took lessons two days per week for four weeks, and learned skills ranging from treading water to stroke technique. The students not only enjoyed their time, but also learned a lot about being safe around water and improved their swimming technique. “The teachers are always there when you need them for help. At first, I didn’t know how to dive, but the teachers helped me and now I can,” said third grader Ansleigh Pingree.

Beaufort Academy second graders Aidan Camacho, Thomas Tram, Emma Grace Dinkins, Lily Melville, Mary Hanna Hiers, Lydia Suber, Caroline Marek, Ashley Dowdney, Thomas Mazzeo and Luke Rhatigan attend the Y’s Learn to Swim Program.

Fathers of Beaufort Elementary School students, Mr. Lovett, Mr. Fent and Mr. Londono, washed teachers’ car for Teacher Appreciation Week.

Trinity Evans enjoys the picnic with mom, Dr. Andrea Shorter-Evans and grandmother, Charlye Shorter.

to the school’s staff as appreciation. Beaufort Elementary is thankful for such wonderful generosity. A special thanks to Kim Hedges and Doug Fent who head BES PAC.

Leadership Class toured Beaufort Memorial Hospital with Mrs. Cindy Coburn-Smith who is the hospital’s Community Health Programs Coordinator. They visited the Radiology, Pharmacy, Rehabilitation, Birthing and Life Fitness Centers. At each center, well-trained and knowledgeable professionals explained their specific roles. The students also learned that the hospital employees nearly 1,400 full and part time workers in Beaufort and surrounding counties, which makes it one of the largest employees in our area. BMH faculty emphasized the importance of a good education and that the Technical College of the Lowcountry offers degrees that fit in very nicely with the hospital’s

E. C. Montessori Celebrates Mother’s Day The children of E. C. Montessori & Grade School celebrated all of their wonderful mothers on Friday with a luncheon and gifts. Children gave handmade gifts and elementary children cooked a lunch from scratch. Mothers were welcomed to decorated classrooms and outdoor areas.

Touring Beaufort Memorial Hospital May 3, Lady’s Island Middle School’s Junior

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Ecumenical partners to meet with Truesdale Members of the clergy from Beaufort County are invited to attend an Ecumenical Partners meeting with Superintendent Valerie Truesdale on Thursday, May 17, 11 a.m. at the Beaufort County Disabilities & Special Needs Office (100 Clear Water Way, off Castle Rock Road between Hwy 170 and Grober Hill Road).

Ecumenical partner meetings are held with the superintendent to further communication and discuss issues as they relate to the children of Beaufort County. Please RSVP to Carol McMillan at 322-2306 or carol.mcmillan@ beaufort.k12.sc.us.

Curtain Call Beaufort Academy Upper School presents “Curtain Call,” featuring three one-act plays: “The Necklace,” based on work by Guy de Maupassant, “The Monkey’s Paw,” based on work by W. W. Jacobs, and “The Groom’s Ghost,” based on work by Washington Irving. BA seniors Michael Bible and Eddie Shacklett will direct Curtain Call, featuring musical interludes by fifth and sixth Graders. Catch “Curtain Call” on Monday, May 21, at 1:30 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Robot Camp registration The registration for the Beaufort County School District Robotics Camp is now open. Visit http:// tinyurl.com/BCSDSummerCamps to register.

School briefs compiled by Tess Malijenovsky.

Send your school or classroom events to schoolnews@beaufortislandnews.com.

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Lady’s Island Elementary continues arts initiative Lady’s Island Elementary School is finishing its second year as an ABC (Arts in Basic Curriculum) site. The ABC Project is a statewide collaborative initiative that strives to provide leadership to achieve quality, comprehensive arts education (in dance, music, theatre, visual arts and creative writing) for all students in South Carolina. It is cooperatively directed by the South Carolina Arts Commission, the

South Carolina Department of Education, and the College of Visual and Performing Arts at Winthrop University.

This honor came with a grant award of $4,500 this year. The grant money was used to bring in artists in residence and to provide the resources for their “school beautification project.” Artistin-residence Elise Witt was brought in to write a new school song with the help

of the fourth grade students. In-house artist Nela Beyer was commissioned to create murals for the school, so that all who enter will immediately know that Lady’s Island Elementary is an artistic school. Native American storyteller and musician Hawk Hurst was also brought in to share his talents with the Kindergarten through second graders.

Lady’s Island Elementary is one of only 43 ABC sites in South Carolina.

To qualify for this distinction, the school must have completed a five year strategic arts education plan and demonstrate a strong commitment to the arts. Lady’s Island Elementary is excited about remaining an ABC site as they continue to strive for excellence in academics and the arts.

beaufort high school happenings: photos by todd stowe

Miss BHS winner, Jordan Baxley, center. Second Runner Up, Curtia Benning, left. First Runner Up, Isis Gooden, right.

ABOVE: Eric Freeman, 11th grade, and Morgan Bennett, 12th grade, perform in the Beaufort High School’s dance department’s spring ensemble.

AT RIGHT: Senior Jackie Homyk is Elphaba, the witch in “Wicked” the musical.

FAR RIGHT: Junior Josh Forbes plays Charlie in “Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator.”

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Back row, standing, from left, Trainer Louis Pantoja, Assistant Coach James Murray, Jay Abney, Anthony White, Shykeem Gardner, Jay Middleton, Preston Suber, Simeon Middleton, Michael Middleton, Assistant Coach Marvin Middleton, Trainer and manager Madison Bell. Front row, kneeling, from left: Coach David Francis, Rafael Guevara, Keiom Marshall, Andre Pringle, Tony Winston, Damian Brown and Brandon Washington. Not pictured: Wesley Riley and Sire Perry.

Team learns skills that go beyond basketball

By Pamela Brownstein

A unit achieves more when all the pieces fit and work together. That is the philosophy behind the sports mentoring program The Unit, a member of the national Amateur Athletic Union (AAU).

Head Coach David Francis and his wife Ruby Francis started the team four years ago with the goal of giving high school basketball players countywide an opportunity for more exposure to college scouts and recruiters. The organization is important for those pursuing athletic scholarships, and also provides them with basic life skills.

“We learn a lot about leadership and how to work together as a team,” said Simeon Middleton, a 10th grader at Whale Branch High.

In addition to strength training, conditioning and practice three or four times a week, the players have etiquette training and team counseling.

“The coach is always getting us to motivate each other,” said junior Preston Suber at Beaufort Academy.

Ruby said they want to help the boys be more confident in who they are. “We help prepare them for where they’re going, and in order to achieve their goals, you have to work for it,” she said.

Coach David said his goal is to make it to nationals at Disney in July. At a recent tournament in Orlando, the

Simeon Middleton and Preston Suber are both players on the team.

team came home with a championship out of the 30 teams in their division, so the team of talented athletes is looking forward to a successful season.

The Unit is a nonprofit and relies strictly on donations to help the players afford to travel to tournaments throughout the Southeast. They are very appreciative of their sponsors including Butler, Love House Ministries, Coastal OBGYN, Stokes Used Cars and Spectrum Graphics.

Where can you go to show your support for the team? The Unit will be playing in their third regional tournament on May 19 and 20 in Bluffton. They will also be having a fundraiser at Nippy’s on Saturday, June 2, from 1:30 to 4 p.m. with food and live music.

For more information about how to get involved with the team, call 843476-1193.

bhs annual green & white game Beaufort High School will host its annual Green & White Spring Football Game on Monday, May 21 at 5 p.m. at the Beaufort Middle School field. Please come out and support the Eagle athletes, and get a sneak peek at next year’s team. The Big Green Booster Club will be selling chicken dinners for $8, so plan to bring the family and enjoy the evening. Reserved seats for the 2012 football season will also be available at a discounted price.

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he Beaufort Garden Club’s 18th annual Garden a Day event begins Monday, June 4, and continues through Friday, June 8. The homeowners of the gardens showcased in the 2012 Garden a Day event are all Master Gardeners. These five private gardens will be open to the public from 9:30 a.m. until 12:30 p.m.

This event is a gift from the doyenne of garden clubs, The Beaufort Garden Club, to the people of Beaufort County and environs. No admission is charged.

For the past 17 years, The Beaufort Garden Club has presented gardens large and small. Some have been professionally designed and maintained.

Others are lovingly cared for by the homeowner, who often propagates plants from seeds and cuttings. This is the first time that all five gardens are “Master Gardener” gardens. The Beaufort Garden Club is featuring Master Gardeners in recognition for all they do for Beaufort County.

Homeowners have generously opened their gardens to the public for this special event. A visit will show you what is attainable without the aid of professional assistance. All of these gardens are designed, planted and tended by the homeowner.

Master Gardener Linda Peters tends lovely roses in her five acre property, but she has allowed Mother Nature a free hand in much of the rest of the space.

She isn’t hesitant to give her a nudge, though, when she feels it’s needed.

“Many plants in my garden are gifts from God. They just appear. Some have gotten out of hand, but I don’t mind very much,” Peters said.

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The home of Master Gardener Susan Harden on Lady’s Island is right on the water.

“I seem unable to stop making new beds. There must be some Nomad in my genes, too, because I keep moving things.

There is very little rhyme and absolutely no reason to my garden, but it seems to work,” says Master Gardener Sandra Educate. “Plants aren’t an obsession with me, but they’re close!”

Master Gardener Kathi McKinley began to garden when she moved to Beaufort from Pennsylvania. She says that she became a Master Gardener because she had to. She was new to gardening and to the Lowcountry and wanted to be personally involved in creating her landscape and gardens. She credits her Master Gardener training to finding plants, shrubs and trees that coexist with a persistent deer population.

Master Gardener Tei Tober had a completely blank canvas when she moved to Habersham. It was an opportunity to create a garden without having to work

around existing landscaping. She wisely postponed all planting until her soil had been properly amended — using an 18 wheeler truck load of organics. She enjoys every minute she spends in her garden and admits it’s a labor of love.

It is a truism that if you want anything done, give the job to a busy person.

Master Gardener Susan Harden is often that person. In addition to an active golf schedule, volunteering, and a busy travel agenda, she takes care of large front and back gardens at her Lady’s Island home. She also tends a fair-sized vegetable garden.

Garden a Day has become a tradition in Beaufort and many visitors to this area schedule their trips during Garden a Day week. What began 18 years ago as a way to celebrate National Garden Week has grown in popularity every year. Last year’s Garden a Day greeted more than 2,000 visitors. Don’t miss it!

Come celebrate National Garden Week and The Beaufort Garden Club’s 18th annual Garden-a-Day. • Monday, June 4: Master Gardener Linda Peters, 1 Blythewood, Lady’s Island. Five magical acres of an enchanted garden with a surprise around every corner.

• Tuesday, June 5: Master Gardener Sandra Educate, 100 Green Winged Teal North, (Walling Grove), Lady’s Island.

Tropicals and aquatics mingle with English roses and unusual specimens in this eclectic garden.

• Wednesday, June 6: Master Gardener Kathi McKinley, 9 Sandy Ridge Road, Beaufort.

Dappled sunlight, shades of green and varying textures bring tranquility to this serene and peaceful, deep water property.

• Thursday, June 7: Master Gardener Tei Tober, 50 St. Phillips, Habersham. The sound of trickling water invites you to explore this exquisite courtyard garden.

• Friday, June 8, Master Gardener Susan Harden, 121 Sunset Blvd., Lady’s Island.A sea of waving ornamental grasses is the intermezzo between a beautiful home and the waterfront. Colorful flowers and shrubs add grace.

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Control yard pests early for a healthy lawn

By Jim Colman

With our mild winter and early spring, we are seeing insect problems earlier than usual this year. In particular, mole crickets and chinch bug are already active and causing damage in the Lowcountry.

Brown patch fungus is also active now, exacerbated by cooler damp nights.

Here is a little information about the most common pests that affect our Lowcountry turf.

Mole crickets: Mole crickets are insects that damage grass by feeding on the roots and above-ground parts of the plant, and by tunneling activity that disturbs the grass roots. These activities often result in death of the plant due to drying of the roots. Mole crickets are active right now!

Mole crickets often present themselves as dry, spongy spots in the lawn. Young nymph mole crickets are generally present beginning in June. You can test for their presence by making a detergent flush (2 tablespoons of dishwashing detergent in 1 gallon of water). Pour the mixture over a 1’ x 2’ area where activity is suspected.

The mole crickets will surface within a few minutes. It is best to perform the flush in early morning or late afternoon.

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mole crickets should be applied once you’ve determined they are present. Follow all label instructions. If your property has a history of mole cricket activity, you may want Jim to consider applying Colman a preventative application around the first of June each year as part of your regular fertilization/ pest management program.

Remember, left untreated, mole crickets can destroy your lawn. If you have problems, or are having problems controlling the problems, consider consulting a landscape professional before the turf is damaged beyond repair.

Chinch bugs: Chinch bugs are tiny black bugs, nearly impossible to see. In a really bad case, you could drop a white glove or piece of paper in an area of suspected activity, and the chinch bug would look like pepper on the white background.

Chinch bugs often enter St. Augustine lawns in the hottest spot of the yard. They then spread out from there. Left untreated they’ll eat the entire lawn by sucking sap from the grass blades. They are most often

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present in lawns with lush, over fertilized lawns with a thick thatch layer.

You can detect chinch bugs by monitoring your grass. When chinch bugs are present, the affected areas look similar to dried up straw or hay (as the chinch suck the life out of the blades and runners of the grass). As soon as you notice activity, apply an insecticide labeled for control of chinch bug. As always, read the label carefully and apply only as directed.

White grubs: These pests can damage any warm season grass. They feed below ground on the root system of the grass. If turf is yellow and generally non-responsive to fertilizer treatments, you should inspect for grubs. Cut back a small area of the grass to the root/soil level and look for the presence of grubs. If you find more than six to eight in a square foot, treat with a pesticide labeled for grubs.

Brown Patch Fungus. Warm season grasses are afflicted by a fungus called brown patch this time of year. The fungus grows when nights are cool and damp, and is exacerbated by over-watering and overfertilizing.

The fungus is often recognizable because it usually grows in distinct circular patterns. To combat: decrease

or stop watering; water early in the day (never at night); consider less nitrogen in your fertilizer mix; and apply a fungicide labeled for brown patch. You may need to apply more than once to ensure fungus eradication. If the disease persists, you may want to consider contacting a lawn care professional.

Irrigation System Settings: Now is a good time to double check your irrigation system settings. While each property has its own set of specific circumstances, as a rule of thumb it is better to water less frequently, but for longer periods of time.

This allows deeper, more vigorous root growth. Gear drive rotor zones generally need about 45 minutes to provide thorough watering of their area. Popup sprinkler zones generally need about 10-15 minutes as they put out almost as much water per sprinkler, but over a much smaller area. Usually 3 waterings per week should suffice.

And finally, always read and follow pesticide labels carefully, keep them out of reach of children, and when in doubt, contact a professional.

For more information, call Jim Colman at Lawn Solutions, 522-9578, or www. lawnsolutions.us.

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Athletic complex named after Earl Campbell The athletic complex at Whale Branch Early College High School has been named in honor of Earl Campbell, the longtime Beaufort County Board of Education member who was a leading force behind establishing the two-yearold high school in a rural community.

“Thank you, sir, for making dreams come true,” said Superintendent Valerie Truesdale on Tuesday, May 15, after

Board Vice Chair Laura Bush formally announced the body’s unanimous vote, taken during a May 14 board meeting when Campbell was out of the room.

Campbell was visibly shaken when Bush made the surprise announcement.

“I thank God that I lived long enough to see (Whale Branch Early College High School’s success),” Campbell said. “I accept this honor, not for me

personally, but on behalf of our young people and our community.”

Coincidentally, the board’s decision was announced on a night when the school’s recent academic and athletic accomplishments were celebrated by the board. Its members recognized Whale Branch High’s first two seniors who graduated with both high school diplomas and associate’s degrees

from the Technical College of the Lowcountry.

Additional students were recognized for completing college courses through Whale Branch’s partnership with TCL. Board members also congratulated Whale Branch High’s boys track and field team, which last weekend won the South Carolina State Championship in the A division.

FOOD DRIVE Saturday, May 12, was the national Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive.

Residents put nonperishables by their mailboxes and postal workers picked them up. Seen here, volunteers from HELP of Beaufort assisted mail carriers with the food items. Pictures by Captured Moments Photography.

What can they say? New creative group is simply FAB Fiber Artists of Beaufort (FAB) is an exciting new group of artists whose goal is to inspire, motivate and challenge each other, as well as raise awareness of contemporary fiber art in the Beaufort area.

The group meets bimonthly in each others studios.

“Unlike traditional groups, FAB’s emphasis is on original manipulation of fiber as a unique contemporary fine art form,” says Barbara James, one of the founders of the group and artist who dyes and prints silk. She shows her work at The Bay Street Galley.

Andrea Stern shows in the Silver Fox Gallery in Hendersonville, N.C. She manipulates silk using the ancient art of Japanese Shibori and other techniques. Andrea also makes hooked rugs and pillows in contemporary original motifs. She is especially interested in educating the public about fiber as means of artistic expression.

Terry Waldron is best known in the Beaufort art scene for whimsical figurative art shown at Green Fish Gallery in Beaufort, Bodhi Tree Gallery in Sharon, Conn., and the May River Gallery in Bluffton.

“I joined FAB because I was interested in showing my work

Terry Waldron puts the finishing touches on one of her fabric figures as Barbara James looks on.

Cynthia Zeiss hangs her silk painting at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery.

with fellow contemporary fiber artists,” Terry said. She will realize her goal when FAB holds its first show and sale from October 26-28.

“I have been seeking a support group of artists for some time. I have been a fiber artist in Beaufort for years and it is so great to now have fellow contemporary artists who share

my love for the medium,” says Pat Wilcox, who uses needle felting to make captivating figurative art. Pat also is known for her creative costuming of many Beaufort theatrical productions.

Cynthia Zeiss shows at the Beaufort Art Association Gallery, the Charles Street Gallery and Nuances in Port

Barbara James with her silk wall hanging at the S.C. Palmetto Hands Juried Art Competition and Exhibit.

Royal. At a recent meeting she showed her luscious silk scarves and wall pieces that she hand paints.

Linda Patalive also shares Cynthia’s enthusiasm for embellishing silk using many techniques including batik, shibori and silk screening and painting. Linda shows at Pluff Mudd Gallery in Bluffton and the Beaufort Art Association.

Kim Keats’ work has been included in museum and university gallery exhibitions around the Southeast. Her interlaced sculptures and vessels are made of tree bark, twigs, driftwood and palmetto root that she harvests from both highland and Lowcountry habitats. She is excited to be

Kim Keats with one of her pieces at the S.C. Palmetto Hands Juried Art Competition and Exhibit.

part of a group that has a focus on innovative explorations.

Newest members of the group are Rhonda Jordan and Diane Martin. Rhonda owns Tabby Fabrics and Studio in Beaufort.

She promotes fine craft and hopes to offer contemporary fiber arts classes in her shop soon. Diane Martin hails from the San Francisco Bay area and works as an architect. She blends fiber materials with a structural sensibility.

For more information about Fiber Artists of Beaufort, its members and meetings, contact Barbara James at 843-5256855.

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Next to Christmas, Decoration Day, May 30th, captures my memory as one of the happiest times of my childhood. Decoration Day was a time when the young and old alike found a place of sheer excitement on Boundary Street.

It was a day filled with great entertainment and good home-cooked food. It was a time when family members returned home from the big cities for “Decoration.” People from everywhere came to Beaufort for the celebration. Although Decoration Day is a part of my past, the memories will always be a part of me.

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Celebrate the landing of Jean Ribaut The Beaufort County Historical Society, in celebration of the 450th anniversary of the landing of Jean Ribaut, will present SCIAA member and archaeologist Dr. Chester DePratter at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club off Meridian Road on Lady’s Island at noon on Thursday, May 17. DePratter’s power point discussion will address the archaeological survey and dig at Charlesfort. Come hear and see what was underground and what has learned about the fortifications on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island.

DePratter earned his doctoral, master’s and bachelor’s degrees in anthropology from the University of

Georgia. He continues to work on a variety of Native American sites, primarily in South Carolina and Georgia, and has written numerous articles on prehistoric archaeology, exploration routes of Spanish explorers and the early European presence in the southeastern United States.

Also, don’t miss The Goliards perform at The Shed on Paris Avenue in Port Royal at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 23, with harpsichord, instruments and music of the era of Jean Ribaut. The concert is also presented by Beaufort County Historical Society.

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As soon as the renovations to the former City Hall building were complete and Lowcountry Produce Market & Cafe opened its doors, the Lunch Bunch, like so many other foodies in town, has been excited to dine there.

Inside, the long windows, high ceilings, shelves stocked with gourmet items and bustling dining area create a welcoming, yet upscale, atmosphere.

Kim ordered her favorite, the Ooey Gooey. This unique sandwich made with grilled pimento cheese, bacon and garlic pepper jelly is a definite must-try.

Buck had the Pimento burger, a bestseller at Lowcountry Produce. Come hungry because the burgers, made fresh daily, are generous portions. Buck said he knew his was good because “I had to fork it.” Meaning, to finish the burger, he had to cut up what was on his plate.

Elizabeth tried the Greek grilled cheese: a sandwich with feta and cheddar cheese, tomatoes, onions and sour cream dressing inside a pita. It was so awesome she cleaned her plate.

April’s egg salad sandwich on wheat with lettuce and tomato looked delicious,

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and she said it was. Her side of Cheddar Mac Salad was also super scrumptious.

The popular steak salad with Bleu cheese crumbles, tomatoes and balsamic dressing struck my fancy, and it was fantastic. The big strips of steak were juicy and cooked perfectly.

For dessert we all shared a molasses cookie, baby cheesecakes and a red velvet

cupcake by Sweet Vivi. Then we all shared the homemade banana pudding and it was heavenly. Whipped and light, Elizabeth described it as “fabulous,” and we all agreed it was a must-have dessert.

It comes in its own pie tin, so you can get one anytime. The restaurant also makes from scratch chocolate banana pudding, key lime pie and a chocolate mousse pie.

General Manager Fran Tuttle encourages locals to stop by on their way home from work and pick up a steak or one of their prepared items for dinner.

Or you could unwind with a glass of wine and perhaps a cheese board in a casual, low-key setting.

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I first tasted this wine about two months ago and it’s been on my mind ever since. It comes to us from Spain, a region called Rueda, located in the Community of Castile and Leon, just a bit north and west of Madrid. Rueda is a Spanish DO (Denominacion de Origen), declared in 1980. It is known for its white wines, and extraordinary architecture. (Many opulent churches, monasteries and mansions are scattered all over the region, all signs of the region’s role in Spain’s history.)

The first documented evidence of wine production in the Rueda area dates from the 11th century when King Alphonso VI offered land ownership to those who would settle there and build on their land. This was part of the reconstruction of Spain after they reconquered their country from the Moors. Monastic orders, in particular, were quick to take the king’s offer and built monasteries with vineyards to provide a steady wine supply. (Now you know why there are so many churches and monasteries spread around the region.)

Soon the vineyards of Rueda became the primary wine suppliers to the medieval Castilian court. This prominence in the wine production of Spain continued until the beginning of the 20th century. Between 1909 and 1922, phylloxera devastated about two thirds of the vineyards in this region. (Of course, it also hit the vineyards in the rest of Spain and Europe.) After phylloxera, the vineyards were replanted with the Palomino grape that has a very high yield. Because this grape’s wines were not as good as those made from Rueda’s original variety, the region’s reputation for good wine was diminished. Then the Spanish Civil War and World War II took their toll on Rueda’s wine business.

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Today, Rueda is the country’s leading premium still white wine appellation. These wines must be a minimum 75% Verdejo, with bits of Viura (Macabeo) and Sauvignon Blanc also allowed. The yield allowed here is 8,000 kg/ha (kilograms of grapes to hectare). These numbers never mean all that much to me except when they tell me that usually the yield is only 25 to 50 percent of that so the wines we get are sure to be better.

So, what is Verdejo? It is a “vitis vinifera” variety. It is not the same variety as the Portuguese and Australian variety Verdelho. DNA testing says so, but the names really are so close that it is confusing. Verdejo makes light-bodied white wines and is aromatic with delicate floral notes and hints of citrus and green herbs. If you are familiar with star fruit, this is the perfect flavor description for good Verdejo wines that have a crisp acidity. With barrel fermentation and some skin contact, Verdejo can make richer, fuller bodied wines, which doesn’t mean heavy like some Napa Valley Chardonnays, just heavier than without the special treatment. This grape is very susceptible to oxidation also, so it is used in the production of Sherry too. As a rule, the grapes are harvested at night. The cooler night temperatures help ensure the right balance of sugar and acidity the grapes for the best wines. Also, there is less oxidation and browning of the juice at cooler temperatures.

Our Verdejo wine comes from the Bodega Val de Vid that is located in the heart of Rueda. In 1996, Jose

Antonio Merayo built this winery and planted 44 acres of Verdejo and six other acres with Viura and a little Sauvignon Blanc. Located on ancient alluvial soils from the Duero River and its tributaries, Val de Vid vineyards benefit from dry hot days and cool nights. This clay and sand soil is light, deep, rocky and not very rich in minerals: all characteristics that are well suited to Verdejo. The grapes are planted on south-facing slopes at an altitude of 700 meters. Fermentation is done at a cool 14 to 15 degrees centigrade to enhance both the wine’s flavors and acidity. Then, short term contact with the lees strengthens the wine’s structure.

Maybe now would be a good time to let you know the name of our wine? Condessa Eylo. Or, more properly, Bodega Val de Vid Condessa Eylo Rueda. Must be royalty with a long name like that. But let’s just stick with Condessa Eylo (pronounced Ee-low, as I was told) or, even easier, just Condessa. So, Condessa is made from 97% Verdejo and 3% Sauvignon Blanc. In it melon flavors are mixed with lemon, orange and yellow apple flavors also. There is a hint of herbal flavors on the finish, in particular lavender that I love in a wine. It has no oak aging and they only make 100,000 bottles. Divided by 12, that’s 8,333 cases, which, in the world of wines and what some wineries make, is not much at all. Every bottle is produced at the bodega under the watchful eye of founder Jose Antonio Merayo.

And what can you eat with this wine? Besides traditional Spanish tapas, it goes well with seafood, pasta, risotto and, of course, paella. Visitors at the winery can expect ingredients such as wild morels, caramelized broccoli and Parmesan cheese. The menu also features grilled sea bass with jasmine rice; bacon crusted swordfish with grilled portabello mushrooms; and potato-crusted grouper with shiitake mushrooms. As you can see, seafood is not light fare there but the Condessa works with all of them.

But, I’m hungry now, and into my second glass of Condessa, so I’d better get to the kitchen and see how close I can come to one of their meals before I run out of wine. But at only $10.99 at bottle, it’s good to know this delectable new white is within reach all summer long.

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Bin there, drank that

By Terry Sweeney

Have my recycling bins become buckets of shame?

The other morning I was stunned by the sound of a tremendous crash outside my door. Since I live on a busy corner, I immediately imagined that four cars had collided at the intersection, all of their windshields shattering simultaneously.

Like the rest of my neighbors, I threw open my door, ready to perhaps save some poor soul. But, instead of twisted steel and broken glass, to my shock and dismay, I beheld my very own blue recycling bin suspended upside down over a city recycling truck with a huge mountain of my empty broken wine bottles beneath it. Accusing eyes darted quickly in my direction. I smiled sheepishly and quickly made up a not very convincing, “Yankee out-of-towners dropping their empties in your recycling bin! How rude!” “Yeah, right” their eyes said back to me as unconvinced doors slammed and windows shut.

Damn these under-three-dollarsper-bottle “value wines,” they’ve got me drinking wine like it’s water! No, I take that back, I’m drinking wine instead of water (it’s cheaper!). Soon I’ll

be brushing my teeth with it, washing the car with it ... and the dog! (I’ll bet that’ll put an end to her trying to jump outta the sink!)

Recently, my big Terry strapping macho Sweeney garbage lady, whom I bet wrestles alligators on her day off, had to ask a passing man to grab the other end of my jam-packed bin to help her lift it onto her truck. I don’t think she’s ever in her life asked a man for anything, not even Santa.

Desperate measures are called for. I started coming up with alternate plans to mask my out-of-control value wine usage. What if I put my garbage in my recycling bins and all my empty wine bottles in my giant blue garbage can?

Maybe I could also pack the wine bottles with white Styrofoam peanuts, so they could cascade out elegantly and quietly into the back of the sanitation truck. I could pretend they were part of an artsy display for the Beaufort Tricentennial, you know, perhaps “Celebrating 300

years of Binge Drinking in Beaufort”!

Nah, the Tricentennial Commission would never go for it, no matter how historically accurate it was. Back to the drawing board.

I decide that a deliciously diabolical plan might be to drive my recycling bins to someone else’s house, then once empty, pick them up the next day.

But whose house?

Who did I know who was on vacation?

Or better yet, off at rehab? As I drove past a local church that strictly forbids the drinking of alcoholic beverages, I was sorely tempted to place my bin curbside.

But no, I couldn’t pin this guilt-laden mound of grape juice bottles on innocent people ... or could I? No!!

Wait a minute. Is that an empty house I spy with a “For Rent” sign in front of it? I screech to a halt. Lugging my clanky bin out of my car with all my might, then lowering it to the ground, I am forced to chase a runaway bottle as it rolls down the street. I grab it and read the label, “Oh, Tisdale Chardonnay! I remember you ... three bottles for $10 at Bi-Lo! Buy six and get 10 percent off, which makes one

bottle free! You’re one of the darn reasons I got into this mess!”

Moving right along, I quickly do the old “baby in the hospital” switcheroo and load their innocent empty blue bin into my car. I drive off chuckling to myself while looking back in the rear view mirror at their now booze-stuffed bin: “Wow, what a bunch of drunks live in this neighborhood! If I were you, I’d lower the rent!”

Once home, I place a lone, empty plastic Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice bottle in my humble and virtuous booze-free bin and place it prominently next to the curb — four days ahead of time. ‘This is the real me, people!’

But how long can it last? Did I just hear that Publix has a liter and a half of Foxhorn Chardonnay on sale for $6.47?

Oh well, I tried, Lord! Looks like the best place for my bin is gonna be in the back of my car for now. Wait a minute, I think I remember seeing a “House for Sale” sign go up in The Old Point and the owners drive off in a U-Haul.

Hmmm ...

Editor’s Note: Hope you enjoyed this Happy Winos column from the vault.

Terry will be back next week!

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A listing of local restaurants in northern Beaufort County:Your resource for where to eat AMATA THAI FUSION: 2127 Boundary Street, Beaufort Town Center; 843-379-9197; L.D. ATHENIAN GARDENS: 950 Ribaut

Road, Beaufort; 379-9222; Greek; L.D.

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RED ROOSTER CAFE: 1210 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-2253; B.L.D. RYAN’S FAMOUS PIZZA & SUBS: 14 Savannah Highway, Shell Point Plaza, Beaufort; 379-3479; L.D.

SAKE HOUSE: 274 Robert Smalls

Road, Beaufort; 525-9824; L.D.

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

BARBARA JEANS RESTAURANT & BAR: 47 Ferry Road, Lady’s Island; 524-

SAN JOSE: 5 Sams Point Road, Lady’s Island, 524-4001, and 2149 Boundary St., Beaufort, 524-5016; Mexican; L.D.

BELLA LUNA: 859 Sea Island Parkway,

SALTUS RIVER GRILL: 802 Bay St., Beaufort; 379-3474; Seafood, upscale; L.D.

BERRY ISLAND CAFE: Newpoint

SAND DOLLAR TAVERN: 1634 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-3151; L.D.

BERTOS GRILL TEX-MEX:

SANDBAR & GRILL: 41B Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort; 524-3663; L.D.

2400; Home-style Southern; B.L.D.

St. Helena Island; 838-3188; Italian; B.L.D. Corners, 1 Merchant Lane, Lady’s Island; 524-8779; Soups, salads, ice cream; B.L.D.

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

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

BLACKSTONE’S DELI & CAFE: 205

Scott St., Beaufort; 524-4330; B.L.

Green Herring Art & Gallery, located at 1001 Bay St., at the corner of Charles and Bay streets in the heart of downtown, will serve tea by Collette Wright on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 12 to 4 p.m. The food is available by reservation only. Contact Collette for “An English Afternoon” at 843-812-6364, or email marcolfar@gmail.com, or online at www.anenglishafternoon.com. She is also available for private parties.

BLUE DOG CAFE: 736 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island, inside The Lowcountry Store; 838-4646; L.

BOONDOCKS RESTAURANT:

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

BREAKWATER RESTAURANT & BAR: 203 Carteret St., Beaufort; 379-0052;

Upscale dining, tapas; D.

BRICKS ON BOUNDARY: 1420

Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-5232; Salads, sandwiches, appetizers, sports bar; L.D.

CAROLINA DOG & DELI: 968

Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-2122; L.

CAROLINA WINGS & RIB HOUSE: 1714 Ribaut Road, Port Royal;

379-5959; Wings, ribs, sports bar; L.D.

CAT ISLAND GRILL & PUB: 8

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

DOCKSIDE RESTAURANT: 1699

11th St. W, Port Royal; 524-7433; Seafood; D.

EMILY’S TAPAS BAR: 906 Port Republic St., Beaufort; 522.1866; D.

GOURMET ON WHEELS: 812-8870;

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

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

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

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

HOUSE OF TOKYO: 330 Robert

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

ISLAND GRILL: 7 MLK Drive, St. Helena Island; 838-2330; L.

JADE GARDEN: 2317 Boundary St.,

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

JIMMY JOHN’S: 2015 Boundary St.,

FUMIKO SUSHI: 14 Savannah Highway,

Beaufort; 524-0918; L.D.

GILLIGANS: 2601 Boundary St.,

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

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

910 Bay St., Beaufort; 521-1888; L.D.

MAGGIE’S PUB & EATERY: 17

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

MAGNOLIA BAKERY CAFE: 703

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

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

SHRIMP SHACK: 1929 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2962; L. SOUTHERN GRACES BISTRO:

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

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

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

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

MARKETPLACE NEWS: 917 Bay St.,

SUWAN THAI: 1638 Paris Ave., Port

Beaufort; 470-0188; Ice cream and sandwich cafe; B.L.

MARYLAND FRIED CHICKEN: 111 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 524-8766; L.D.

MEDICAL PARK DELI: 968 Ribaut Road, Beaufort; 379-0174; B.L.

MOONDOGGIES CAFE: 930 10th St.,

Royal; 379-8383; Thai cuisine; L.D.

SUZARA’S KITCHEN: Newcastle Square, Beaufort; 379-2160; B, L.

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

TOOTING EGRET BISTRO: 706 Craven St., Beaufort; 521-4506; B.L.

Port Royal; 522-1222; Steaks, salads; L.D.

UPPER CRUST: 97 Sea Island Parkway,

PALM & MOON BAGELS: 221 Scott

WEEZIE’S CRAB SHACK: 1634 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-2197; Seafood, burgers; L.D.

PANINI’S CAFE: 926 Bay St., Beaufort;

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

L.T.’s HOMECOOKED MEALS: Sea

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

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

LADY’S ISLAND COUNTRY CLUB: 139 Francis Marion Circle, Lady’s

PIACE PIZZA: 5-B Market, Habersham,

LA NOPALERA: 1220 Ribaut Road,

PIZZA INN: 2121 Boundary St., Beaufort Town Center, Beaufort; 379-8646; L.D.

LOS AMIGOS: 14 Savannah Highway;

PLUMS: 904 1/2 Bay St., Beaufort; 5251946; Sandwiches, seafood, live music;L.D.

LOWCOUNTRY PRODUCE & CAFE: 302 Carteret St.; Beaufort; 322-

Q ON BAY: 822 Bay St., Beaufort; 524-7771; Barbecue, Southern cooking;L.D.

Beaufort; 521-4445; L.D.

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

Island; 522-9700; L.D.

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

Beaufort; 470-1100; Mexican; L.D.

1900; B.L. 26

LUTHER’S RARE & WELL DONE:

JOHNSON CREEK TAVERN:

KOOKY MOOKY’S: 101 Scott St.,

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

SHOOFLY KITCHEN: 1209 Boundary

burgers; 379-8555; L.D.

FRYED GREEN TOMATOES SOUTHERN EATERY & CAFE:

FUJI RESTAURANT: 97 Sea Island

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

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

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

2001 Boundary St., Beaufort; 379-9601; Buffet-style Southern cooking; B.L.D.

SGT. WHITE’S: 1908 Boundary St.;

St., Beaufort; 379-9061; B.L.

FOOLISH FROG: 846 Sea Island

Parkway, St. Helena Island; 838-9300; L.D.

SEA ISLAND PIZZA: 136 Sea Island Pkwy, Beaufort; 522-1212; L.D.

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NIPPY’S: 310 West St., Beaufort; Seafood,

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

379-0300; Italian, wood-fired pizzas; L.D.

Beaufort; 379-3287; L.D.

Lady’s Island; 521-1999; L.D.

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

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6. Marlboro debris 9. Leak gradually 13. “The Mary Tyler Moore Show” spinoff 14. NHL’s rival, 1972-1979 15. “Is Your Mama a _____?”

16. It narrows toward point 17. Hula garland 18. Desert mirage?

19. *Queen’s accessory, pl.

21. *Corsage 23. Fey’s Lemon 24. It can be found at a brewery 25. Breckenridge pastime 28. ____-a-sketch 30. With a dent 35. *Ringwald was pretty in it 37. Greek god of love 39. Marilyn’s real name 40. It’s hard to control 41. Joshua’s biblical associate 43. Ground beef that’s 85% ____ 44. Lawn enemy, pl.

46. Church sanctuary 47. Related to the ear 48. 10 are in decathlon 50. Reduced Instruction Set Computer 52. Not lager 53. Just a little 55. Fashion designer Anna ___ 57. Ribbed woven fabric 60. Type of roof window 63. Sometimes found over “n” in Spanish 64. Barkeeper on “The Simpsons” 66. Eagle’s claw 68. Plural of #40 Across 69. J.M. Barrie’s Peter 70. Eskimo hut 71. Holiday name that stems from a Greek translation 72. “Old college ___” 73. All over clothes

DOWN 1. As opposed to science?

2. Not this 3. Large African antelope 4. Something one hopes to attain 5. *Horror classic 6. They’re used for making holes 7. *’___’ is to ‘he’ as Prom ‘Queen’ is to ‘King’ 8. Israeli port 9. Shredded cabbage 10. “At ____, soldier” 11. Arabian chieftain 12. “Swan Lake” step 15. Did you ____ __ there?

20. Overthrown by Cortes in 16th century 22. Acid 24. “Love in the Time of _______” 25. Sea foam 26. Famous ballet of St. Petersburg, Russia 27. Fireplace 29. SpongeBob’s boss 31. ____ contendere 32. Hollywood legend Garbo 33. Electronic communication 34. *A Prom’s main event 36. A ____ eye 38. Rig 42. Lowest male singing voice 45. *Ledger invited ______ to the Prom in “10 Things I Hate About You” 49. Sun in Mexico 51. *”Prom Night” scream queen 54. What sirens do 56. Visual or picture 57. Grisham’s “The ____” 58. Aquarium scum 59. 15th of March 60. Refuse 61. “____ Enchanted” 62. Living space 63. *His threads 65. Argonaut’s propeller 67. As opposed to yeses

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pets

Learn about canine behavior with Tracie Korol

Reverse sneezing: What is that noise?

Coolidge, a 4-year-old, good-natured, all-around good guy Wheaten terrier has spent the morning in the back yard doing general dog stuff — rooting around in the leaves, examining the bushes where the deer passed by last night, sniffing the breeze, rolling in the sunspot. Just as you get comfortably arranged on the couch for an afternoon with the ball game, Coolidge steps into the room, extends his head forward and while standing completely still begins to honk loudly and rhythmically. His chest expands as he tries harder to inhale.

He’s sucking for air so vigorously you’re sure he’s going to keel over. The episode continues for another 30 seconds, then it’s over and Coolidge heads to the kitchen to see if there’s anything left on the floor from lunch.

By this time, the kids are in the room demanding to know what’s wrong with Coolidge, your wife is following him with a paper towel in her hand, just in case, and you’re scrambling for the phone to call the vet. What on earth was that?

Most likely it’s a reverse sneeze or to use the grown-up term, a pharyngeal gag reflex episode. Reverse sneezing is a disconcerting event in which a dog makes unpleasant respiratory noises that sound like he is dying — or will die shortly. It is similar to the noise made by a dog with a collapsing trachea, but reverse sneezing is a far simpler condition that usually doesn’t require any treatment.

It is called reverse sneezing because is sounds a bit like a dog inhaling sneezes.

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Facts, observations and musings about Our Best Friends

BowWOW! Is a production of Tracie Korol and wholeDog. Tracie is a holistic behavior coach, a canine massage therapist (CCMT), herbalist, and canine homeopath. Want more information? Have a question? Send a note to Tracie at letstalk@wholedog.biz or visit www. wholedog.biz.

While there is no exact cause for reverse sneezing, it is suspected to be an irritation of the soft palate and throat, resulting in a spasm.

Reverse sneezing rarely requires treatment.

While there is no exact cause for reverse sneezing, it is suspected to be an irritation of the soft palate and throat, resulting in a spasm. During the spasm the dog’s neck will extend and the chest will expand as the dog tries harder to inhale. The problem is that his trachea has narrowed and it’s hard for him to get the normal volume of air.

Anything that irritates the throat can cause this spasm and subsequent sneeze.

Coolidge might have snuffed up some pollen, a few mites or dust when he was dogging the back yard. Excitement, eating or drinking, exercise intolerance, perfumes, viruses, household chemicals, allergies or plain old post-nasal drip can also cause it. Brachycephalic dogs (flat faced breeds such as Pugs or Boxers) with elongated soft palates occasionally

suck the palate into the throat while inhaling, causing the reverse sneeze.

Small dogs are more prone to it, possibly because they have smaller throats.

Reverse sneezing rarely requires treatment. When the sneezing stops, the spasm is over. But if you need to DO something, you can massage the dog’s throat, cover the dog’s nostrils (which makes a dog swallow clearing out the irritant), or you can try blowing into his nose. If you’re a stalwart pet owner and the episode doesn’t end quickly, you

can try depressing the back of the dog’s tongue which will open up the mouth and aid in air moving through the nasal passages.

If reverse sneezing becomes a chronic problem rather than an occasional occurrence, your vet may need to get involved, checking for mites in the airway or investigating allergies. He might need to look up the nasal passages (rhinoscopy), and may even need to take a biopsy to determine the cause of the problem. Sometimes, however, no cause can be identified Some dogs have these episodes their entire lives; some dogs develop the condition as they age. Certainly notify your vet if the severity or frequency of the episodes changes or if your dog develops a nasal discharge or a cough.

But for most ordinary dogs like Coolidge, the spasm is a temporary event that goes away on its own, leaving no after-effects save that his family is a little shaken. Because reverse sneezing is not a severe problem, do not worry about leaving your dog home alone.

If it occurs when you’re not there, the episode will most likely end on its own and your dog will have one more chapter in his secret life.

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843-524-2224 2511 Boundary St., Beaufort Only 20 min. from McGarvey’s Corner, the Sea Islands and Yemassee

what to do Lowcountry Chorale presents dessert concert

The Low Country Chorale will perform Songs From Around The World at Saint John’s Lutheran Church at 157 Lady’s Island Drive, Lady’s Island. This is the Chorale’s Spring Dessert Concert.

Performances will be held Friday evening, May 18 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, May 19 at 3 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 for adults and $7 for children under 12.

Please call 843-384-0824 for tickets.

The Low Country Chorale is comprised of local area residents who love music and singing. The chorale is composed of Sopranos, Altos, Tenors and Bass/ Baritones with varied backgrounds in vocal performing. The group is directed

by Cliff Kozier and accompanied on the piano by Gloria Bockelman.

Bethesda Christian has Youth Crusade Revival

Youth Crusade Revival at Bethesda Christian Fellowship again welcomes Minister Michael M. Smith on Friday, May 18, at 7:30 p.m. The church is located at 32 Martin Luther King Drive, St. Helena Island, SC. For more information, call 843-838-4410 or visit www.welcome2bethesda.org.

Sea Island Quilters celebrate 25 years strong

• The Sea Island Quilters will meet on Thursday, May 17, 6 p.m. at Praise Assembly Church on Paris Island Gateway. Guest speaker will be Connie Davidson, Past President of the National Quilters Association. Her lecture on “Keeping it Warm” will be informative and fun. The guild will celebrate its 25th anniversary and the public is welcomed to attend. For details, contact Sharon Kimber at 838-2870.

• The Sea Island Quilters will host a workshop featuring Connie Davidson, Past President of the National Quilters Association on Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m.- noon. “Perfect Bindings Every Time” will be held at the Carteret Street United Methodist Church, 408 Carteret Street, Beaufort. The cost is $30 for guild members and $40 for non-members as space permits. For details, contact Marie Kositzka at 524-1755.

St. Helena church holds choir festival

The Choir Festival with Brian Jones will feature the choirs of St. Helena’s along with members of choirs from Bluffton and Charlotte, N.C. The four-day festival culminates with the performance Saturday, May 19, 7 p.m., at the Parish Church of St. Helena, 505 Church Street, Beaufort. The concert is free and open to the public. Brian Jones is emeritus director of music and organist at Trinity Church, Copley Square, Boston.

Natalie Daise becomes Harriet Tubman

Natalie’s Daise’s original play, “Becoming Harriet Tubman” has been selected by the Piccolo Spoleto Festival of Charleston to run during the internationally-recognized festival.

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But first, she is giving one night to her home town, Saturday, May 19 at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $17 per person, $12 for students (13+), $7 for children (12 and under) and $12 for groups of 10 or more, available online at www. artworksinbeaufort.org and 379-2787.

“Becoming Harriet Tubman” is a onewoman show that tells how one little girl became a historic icon. Through narrative, music, and five characters based on real people, this 60-minute play compellingly portrays the legend of the former slave-turned-abolitionist Harriet Tubman. She was a Union spy, the conductor of the Underground Railroad, and fought in the Lowcountry during the Civil War. This play provides insight, entertainment and education for audiences of all ages.

AAUW hosts annual scholarship awards

The Beaufort Branch of American Association of University Women will host its scholarship awards dinner on May 22, 6 p.m. at TCL Beaufort Campus building 22. The scholarship is awarded annually to a mature woman continuing her college education. All current members are encouraged to attend. Interested in joining this dynamic organization that works to protect the rights of women? Call president Dr. Diana Steele by May 18 at 522-2796 to reserve your complementary dinner catered by Debbie Covington.

Beaufort author will hold book signing

Beaufort author Kim Poovey will be signing copies of her book“Truer Words” on Saturday, May 26, from noon to 4 p.m. at McIntosh Books, 917 Bay Street, at the Old Bay Market Place in downtown Beaufort. Kim Poovey is a writer and storyteller living in Beaufort. She is also a psychologist at Laurel Bay Elementary.

“Truer Words” is a novel about Emma Victoria Brown, a young woman born and raised in the Lowcountry during the Victorian era. Call 843-524-1119 for more information.

Session helps identify, manage household pests

The Clemson Cooperative Extension Services will host two sessions on “Identifying and Managing Household Pests.” The sessions will be held on Wednesday, May 30, at the Beaufort County Library, 311 Scott Street, beginning at 10 a.m., and at the Hilton Head County Library, 11 Beach City Road, at 3 p.m. The focus of the presentation will include bedbugs, termites, ants, fungal gnats, carpet beetles, and etc. Doctor Eric Benson, Clemson University Cooperative Extension Entomologist, will share his expertise on the emerging bedbugs, and the Formosan and Subterranean termites. Please call the Beaufort Cooperative Extension Office at 843255-6060, extension 114 to register.

Rotary holds Memory Links Golf Tournament

The 8th Annual Memory Links Golf Tournament hosted by the Rotary Club of the Lowcountry will tee off at 9 a.m. on June 2 at the Ocean Creek Golf Course, Fripp Island. This years Title sponsor is Summit Place of Beaufort offering 5-star Senior Living. The tournament benefactor is Alzheimer’s Research and Patient Care and The CART Fund (Coins for Alzheimer’s Research Trust).

The Rotary CART Fund is dedicated to raising funds to provide the “seed” money for cutting edge, high impact research in hopes of finding a cure/ prevention for Alzheimer’s disease. Cost of the tournament is $85 per person in advance, and the fee includes: golf, cart, beverages, prizes, goody bag and lunch immediately following the tournament.

Tournament format is four-man captain’s choice. Contests include: $20,000 Hole-in-one chance, longest drive, closest to the pin, putting contest before the tournament and team prizes.

Call 843-476-9872 to register.

Golf tournament to benefit USC athletes

Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament, sponsored by DuPriest Construction Co., will be held on Saturday, June 9, at 9 a.m. at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island.

Proceeds will benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. This is a four person scramble, Captain’s Choice format. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee & golf cart, gift bag, awards lunch, beverages (on course), and hole contests and prizes. If you would like to play or get a team together, please call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 or send to Beaufort County Gamecock Club, 2 Carolina Lane, Beaufort, SC 29907.

Churches hold joint Vacation Bible Schools

What: The Parish Church of St. Helena Summer will have a joint summer Vacation Bible School program called “Beyond the Gold” held at Praise Assembly, 800 Parris Island Gateway.

When: June 18-22, 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

Ages: 4-12 year olds Cost: $50 per child; families with three

or more children pay $45 per child Details: A team of trained Christian coaches, along with volunteers from the Parish Church of St. Helena and other local churches, will provide quality instruction for the children in their chosen sport. They’ll receive teaching on the Word of God through a daily Bible lesson. Contact Linda Tully at 843-5221712, ext: 204 or download a registration form at www.sthelenas1712.org.

Volunteers needed for SCORE organization

The Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) needs new volunteers in the Beaufort area. The organization provides mentoring for small businesses, nonprofits, and anyone considering starting a business or nonprofit. SCORE mentors assist in developing a business philosophy, identifying the market, preparing financials, and business plans for obtaining loans. SCORE services are free and confidential. Nationally, SCORE has 13,000 mentors and is a partner of the Small Business Administration. In Beaufort County there are offices in Beaufort, Bluffton and Hilton Head with 40 members offering assistance. The Beaufort office will soon celebrate its 10th anniversary and it is located at South Carolina Bank & Trust on Boundary Street. Retired business people who would like to stay active and help local businesses or individuals contemplating business should contact either Paul Fuetterer at 524-7866 or Jim Bequette at 521-0931 to learn more.

Summer art programs offered for children

ARTworks presents two summer art programs for children.

• Three weeks of Summer Art Blast with CJ Norwood, June 25-July 20.

Children ages 6-14 will experience the beauty and techniques of: Acrylic paint and collage; art journaling and bookmaking; and drawing from nature.

Space is limited, so sign up by calling 843-379-2787 or email cjane8163@ yahoo.com. $110 per one week session, limited 50% scholarships available.

• Four weeks of Theater Summer Camp with Heather Denardo, June 11- July 13. Children ages 6-16 can experience the drama of performance skills, Lowcountry tails, theatrical design, and puppets. Call 843-379-2787 or e-mail heather.denardo@yahoo.com to sign your child up today. $110 per one week session, limited 50% scholarships available. ARTworks is located in Beaufort Town Center, 2127 Boundary Street, www.artworksinbeaufort.org.

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Dr. Jill C. Blau 3 Celadon Drive, Suite A Beaufort, SC 29907 Phone: 843-379-9913 Fax: 843-379-9914 islandpodiatry@gmail.com

Beaufort Chiropractic Dr. Kristie Wallace 703 Bladen St. 843-522-1115 BeaufortChiropracticCare.com Licensed Massage Therapy & Nutritional Exams Available.

antiques

The Collectors Antique Mall

Lime Lite Salon

Stylist Ashley Partridge A True Balance of Substance & Style 843-379-5463 612 Carteret Street www.limelitesalon.net

Jane Tarrance Furniture, Glassware, Collectibles, Multi-dealer, 5,900 sq. ft full of antiques, art Free parking! 843-524-2769 102 C Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island Center Beaufort, South Carolina, 29907

INSURANCE

For All Your Insurance Needs

Attorney

Andy Corriveau phone: (843) 524-1717

Christopher J. Geier

Attorney at Law, LLC Criminal Defense & Civil Litigation Located on the corner of Carteret and North Street Office: 843-986-9449 Fax: 843-986-9450 geierlaw@gmail.com http://geierlaw.com

For All Your Insurance Needs Amy Bowman phone: (843) 524-7531

LAWN CARE Coosaw Landscapes, Inc.

CLEANING SERVICES

Personal care for your yard Chris Newnham 843-694-3634 coosaw.landscapes@gmail.com

Merry Maids

Bob Cunningham 522-2777 custsrv4632@merrymaids.net 829 Parris Is Gateway Beaufort, SC

Lawn Solutions Jim Colman 843-522-9578

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CONSTRUCTION

Chandler Trask Construction

PEST CONTROL

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PLUMBING

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Brett Doran Serving the Lowcountry for over 20 years.

Service, New Construction, and Remodeling.

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property management

Palmetto Shores Property Managment

Lura Holman McIntosh Call 525-1677 or fax 524-1376 lura@palmettoshores.com PROPERTY MANAGEMEN www.palmettoshores.com

ROOFING

Roofing Co. LURA HOLMANDA McINTOSH OFF. Donnie Daughtry, Owner Broker-In-ChargeCall us for ALL of your roofing needs. FAX E-Mail: lura@palmettoshores.com New Construction, Residential and www.palmettoshores.com Commercial, Shingles, Metal, Hot Tar & Hydrostop.

All repairs and new additions.

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tree service

Southern Tree Svs. of Bft., Inc. Ronnie Reiselt, Jr. P.O. Box 2293 Beaufort, SC 29901 843-522-9553 Office 843-522-2925 Fax

technology

Collins Pest Control

Tommy Collins 843-524-5544 Complete Termite and Pest Control Residential, Commercial, Free Estimates, Licensed and Insured

COUNSELING/PSYCHOTHERAPY

Dawn H Freeman MSW LISW-CP

PEt grooming

Individual, Marriage and Family Therapy 43 Sea Island Parkway 843-441-0627 dawnhfreeman@gmail.com

Furbulas Dog Grooming and Pet Sitting

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DENTISTs

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websites

Beaufort Mobile Website Design Paul Richardson 843-441-8213

beaufortwebsitedesign@gmail.com http://beaufortmobilewebsitedesign. com

Palmetto Smiles

Jennifer Wallace, DMD 843-524-7645 palmettosmilesofbeaufort.com

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Beverly Porter is a true friend to our community. see page 9

happY wINOs

ABOVE: The Bands, Brews & BBQ event served up barbecue at its annual fundraiser in Port Royal. See page 14.

BELOW: ARTworks holds “Re-Nude” exhibit and fundraiser. See story, page 10.

Let’s have some wine for breakfast. see page 15

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Irish recording artist Harry O’Donoghue entertains the crowd with traditional Irish folk music last Saturday during the fifth annual Beaufort Irish Festival.

Photo by Bob Sofaly. See more about the Irish Fest, pages 12-13.

Lunch Bunch goes to Habersham for Piace Pizza. see page 24 INDEX

T.I.N. Favorites contest continues In case you didn’t already know, The Island News wants to find out what you like best about Beaufort by voting for at least 10 businesses or community leaders you consider to be your favorite. It’s fun and easy!

Simply go our website at www.yourislandnews.com, look at the categories, then choose your favs. Once the votes are counted from the 127 categories, we’ll announce the winners later in March. You have only until midnight on Sunday, March 11, to cast your votes for T.I.N. Favorites. Show support and make your votes heard!

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wo Beaufort students take home wins during a recent South Carolina chess tournament. Beaufort Academy third grader Kevin Rogers won the K-3 state title while BA kindergartner Whit Suber won Kindergarten State Champion.

This is the third straight year a BA chess team player has won this title. Beaufort Academy Chess Coach Darrin Rogers said, “The team is playing phenomenal chess.” The chess team will be tested in May when they attend the K-6 national chess tournament in Tennessee.

Pictured at right is Whit Suber; far right is Kevin Rogers.

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