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Main Street Beaufort, USA, the city of Beaufort and Hargray held an official “wire cutting” to announce wireless free internet access on Friday, May 17 at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Main Street Beaufort Executive Director LaNelle Fabian said the project was years in the making and the plan is to eventually extend coverage from the current “playground to parking lot” at the waterfront park to include all of downtown’s business core. Pictured, from left: Everette Ballenger, Main Street Beaufort board member; Charlie Williams, chairman of the board; Beverly Lloyd, board member; Mayor Billy Keyserling; LaNelle Fabian, executive director; and Jason Carnes of Hargray.
MEMORIAL DAY EVENTS CELEBRATE SERVICE The Woman’s Relief Corps, and Sons and Daughters of Civil War Veterans extend an invitation for the community to join in the Annual Memorial Day Weekend Celebration 2014. There will be a church service on Sunday, May 25, sponsored by the Woman’s Relief Corps, at First African Baptist Church where Rev. Alexander McBride is the pastor. T h e church is located at 601 New Street, Beaufort. T h e service begins at 3 p.m. and the speaker will be Rev. James Moore, Pastor of Mount Carmel Baptist Church in Dale. Following this service, there will be a gathering at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park where flowers will be cast into the water in memory of those service persons who died at sea. There will also be the annual parade on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. The parade will begin at 10 a.m. at the corner of Rogers and Boundary streets in downtown Beaufort and will follow the traditional parade route. The Marine Corps Band will play and march, as will active duty personnel from area bases and local high school marching bands. MEMORIAL continued on page 15
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Friends of Caroline Hospice hires Dr. Gordon Krueger, MD, as new medical director. see page 4
PROFILE
Building a better Beaufort: Chandler and Amy Trask. see page 6
COMMUNITY Beaufort Garden Club celebrates 20 years of Garden-aDay tours. see page 15 The 8th annual Street Music on Paris Avenue series kicked off with the local band Reckless Mercy on Saturday, May 17, in Port Royal. The weather was perfect for the crowd of more than 200 people who attended the first of four free spring concerts.
ABOVE: Reckless Mercy drummer Tony Cox plays on stage to a crowd of more than 200 in downtown Port Royal. The next performer in the Street Music on Paris Avenue series will be the Lauren Mitchell Band on Saturday, May 31. TOP: Members of the contemporary Christian band Reckless Mercy guitarist Stephen Jeffrey, left, and bassist Adam Brinks play on. Hidden is guitarist Alex Castillo. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
This boy found a perfect vantage point perched on the top of a golf cart to watch the band Reckless Mercy last Saturday in Port Royal.
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City, SCE&G to use ‘franchise fee’ As construction nears on the $30 million Boundary Street improvement project, SCE&G will begin moving its power lines underground, an effort to be paid in part by the affected utility customers through a “special fee franchise district” along the roadway. SCE&G agreed to advance the total costs of the power line project — estimated at $2.9 million — and to be reimbursed by the 7 percent Special Franchise Fee District as it is collected. Beaufort City Council is scheduled to
consider the arrangement at a special meeting this Thursday at City Hall. The fee will affect about 160 utility customers located roughly from Country Inn & Suites at Boundary and Neil Road to the Boundary Street intersection with Ribaut Road by City Hall. The special purpose fee won’t be added to utility bills by SCE&G until after the underground conduit for power lines is completed, estimated to be about six months to 12 months away. Major construction along Boundary
Street is expected to begin in early July after the primary contracts are awarded by Beaufort County. “This is the best and least costly way to eliminate the unsightly and potentially dangerous overhead power lines along the Boundary Street right of way,” Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling said. “It’s going to be the first of many pieces that will beautify the western entrance to the city.” Read more frequently asked questions online at www.yourislandnews.com.
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Most members of the Beaufort health and wellness community know Dr. Gordon E. Krueger, MD, a former surgeon at Beaufort Memorial Hospital and partner with Coastal Carolina Surgical Associates. Many, however, may not know that Dr. Krueger did not retire, but decided to benevolently continue his career in the medical profession locally. Dr. Krueger is now the medical director at Friends of Caroline Hospice, working full time as the non-profit organization’s chief physician. Friends of Caroline Hospice is one of few local hospices that employs a fulltime physician dedicated to providing treatment interventions that focus on enhancing the overall comfort for terminally ill patients with a prognosis of six months or less. And, the organization couldn’t be happier to have a long-time member of the Beaufort community join the FOCH family, which has cared for generations
of Lowcountry residents since 1980. Deborah Dailey, executive director at Friends of Caroline Hospice, explains, “Dr. Krueger is a recognized accomplished physician, and we are fortunate to have someone with his experience, knowledge and compassion as the Medical Director of Friends of Caroline Hospice. Dr. Krueger is providing valuable medical knowledge both to our staff and the patients we serve. As a Medicare-certified hospice provider, it is essential that we offer the highest quality end-of-life care to our growing patient population and Dr. Krueger is uniquely positioned to ensure that is accomplished.” Dr. Krueger moved to Beaufort in 1989 with his wife, Nan, and three children — Katy, Matt and Mark. He was a founding partner with Dr. Tim Pierce of the Beaufort Surgery Center and devoted 35 years as a Fellow in the American College of Surgery (FACS). In 2012, upon elected retirement, Dr. Krueger was encouraged by his
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Dr. Gordon Krueger, MD, is now the full-time medical director at Friends of Caroline Hospice.
colleagues to volunteer for Friends of Caroline Hospice. It didn’t take long for Dr. Krueger to realize that working for a hospice organization was his calling at this stage in his career. “There are difficult questions that families have when a loved one approaches end of life, and doctors, generally, are not trained to talk to patients about important decisions and options they have as their health declines. As a surgeon for decades, it is a revelation to see the difference in patients and families when they have
time to prepare a plan for end of life and fulfill goals as opposed to facing death with fear and mentally and physically exhausting the caregiver,” explains Dr. Krueger. “People do better with choices, and it is a privilege to help them with their desired wishes. With our team of nurses, a chaplain, social workers, CNAs and volunteers, we can develop an individualized plan of care with a holistic approach,” Dr. Krueger adds. At Friends of Caroline Hospice, costs are typically covered by Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance companies. Individuals eligible for end of life services who cannot pay will be provided hospice care free of charge. “It doesn’t matter if I’m going through a gated plantation or a mobile home park with plywood covering the holes in the floors, the patient’s response to being treated as a worthwhile individual who deserves quality of life while living and lack of pain while dying is very much the same. And it is gratifying to assist people in both ways,” says Dr. Krueger. Dr. Krueger encourages patients and/or family members to call Friends of Caroline Hospice for assistance or questions about an end of life plan at 525-6257. He’d be happy to talk to you.
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Help collect photos of all S.C. soldiers killed in Vietnam The names of the 896 South Carolinians killed in the Vietnam War are engraved for history on the polished Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. The Wall has helped heal the nation’s wounds and honor Vietnam veterans. The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation is now working to add faces to those names by collecting photographs of all who died fighting in the Vietnam War. The “Faces Not Forgotten” project is collecting photos of the nearly 59,000 men and women who served our country and sacrificed their lives in Vietnam. Collected pictures will be displayed at The Wall’s Education Center and online at www.vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces.
Help put a face with a name The “Faces Not Forgotten” project is missing 578 photos of S.C.’s fallen Vietnam soldiers, including the ones from our area listed below.
S Sgt Samuel Christoper Jr., Hilton Head Island, Army Sgt. William E. O’Connor, Hilton Head Island, Marine Corps Pfc Leon White, Frogmore, Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Robert Parket, Frogmore, Marine Corps Sgt. Fred H. Jenkins, Frogmore, Army Pfc. Lawrence Chaplin, Frogmore, Marine Corps Glenn A. Cail, Burton, Army Sgt. James E. Melvin, Jr., Beaufort, Army Sgt. Robert L. Owens, Beaufort, Army
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Chandler Trask not only builds custom homes for clients, but has built a happy life for his family in Beaufort
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Beaufort native Chandler Trask specializes in building custom homes and remodeling existing ones in Northern Beaufort County. He started building homes in the early 1990s and created Chandler Trask Construction two years ago. He originally worked as a real estate appraiser and owned his own company, Trask Appraisal. While working as a real estate appraiser he was able to see all types of construction up close — from the good to the not-so-good. Says Chandler, “I started building spec homes at first and found that I really love building. It was fun to see a project come together and it’s a wonderful feeling of accomplishment to provide someone with a home they love.” His work philosophy is simple. “The way I see it, it’s their house, they are the customer,” Chandler says.“My job is to give them the house they’ve always dreamed of on time and within their budget. I am so proud of the homes I’ve built and it makes me feel really good to see them enjoying their new house. Amy and I are going to an open house at a home I built this weekend and I just love to see how excited they are to entertain and show off their new place. That why I do what I do.” His lovely wife, Amy, is a Virginia native, and the two have been married 21 years. Says Chandler with a smile, “Amy and I met at a fraternity party at USC. She was really just talking to me to make some other guy jealous, but in the end I got her — not him!” Adds Amy, “I thought Chandler was the sweetest, funniest guy I’d ever met! I’ll never forget when he brought me home to meet his parents about a month after we met. I felt like I’d stepped back in time. Not only was I mesmerized by the beauty of the historical home he grew up in, but
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his mother and father were so gracious and kind. I was already picturing myself living in this idyllic little coastal town with two kids hanging out on the porch with his family. Channy made all my dreams come true!” Amy has been a media specialist at Lady’s Island Elementary School for the past five years. She has a Masters of Library and Information Science from the University of South Carolina, She’s also a National Board Certified teacher. Says Amy, “I absolutely LOVE to read and always have, so becoming a school librarian was a natural fit for me. Of course, nowadays a librarian’s job is much more technology oriented but that is fine with me because I’m a major computer nerd.” She even created the website for her husband’s company. Chandler said, “I’m a very lucky man. Amy is not only beautiful, but she is so smart. She is so dedicated to her job, but of course her favorite title is Mom. We’re both so proud of our kids. They’re
teenagers now and they’re just such interesting, smart people. It’s awesome!” Their son Tucker is 17, and daughter Stewart is 14, and both attend Beaufort Academy. Adds Amy, “Our son is very busy with sports. He plays football, basketball and soccer and we love to attend his games at BA. Our daughter plays tennis and was a cheerleader so football season is so much fun. These are our last few years with them at home so we want to spend as much time as we can with them (when they’ll let us).” Both Amy and Chandler are big fans of Beaufort. “I can’t really imagine living anywhere else,” says Chandler. “Fishing and boating is a huge part of my life. Just the natural beauty that you see even driving around town between job sites is enough to take your breath away. I get busy though and I have to remind myself how lucky I am to live here, especially when I’m waiting for the bridge! “There was never any doubt that this is where I wanted to raise a family. I have
two brothers and a sister and we all live in Beaufort so I’d say this place certainly puts a hold on you.” Adds Amy, “I’m from Virginia Beach which is a really big town so I love the small town lifestyle here. Raising my children here has been such a blessing. People really look out for each other and each others’ kids in Beaufort. Whether it’s a tragedy or a celebration, people show up for you in Beaufort. I know that whatever comes my way I have so many dear friends who have my back and that is such a comforting feeling in today’s crazy world. Beaufort makes me feel safe. It’s home.” Chandler grew up watching his dad do construction. His father developed the Plaza Shopping center (on the corner of Boundary and Robert Smalls Parkway) and started the Plaza Theater, which the family still runs today. When it comes to his business, Chandler says, “Well, I’m a one man show so I’m in charge of everything. That helps me give my customers a personal touch (and keep costs down). If they hire me to build their house, they’re going to deal with me and only me. I will be on the job site every day. I encourage my clients to call me on my cell at anytime. I love that personal connection. One of the things my past clients say about me most frequently is how easy I am to work with. I want them to be happy because, for most of my clients, this house is something they’ve been dreaming about for many years. I want the house and the whole building experience to exceed their expectations, and it usually does!” If you want to build your dream house or remodel your present one, you can get in touch with Chandler at 843-3219625, or you can go to his website at chandlertraskconstruction.com or email chandlertraskconstruction@gmail.com.
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Event wishes happy birthday to baby birds By Pamela Brownstein
On a glorious Saturday spring afternoon, an energetic crowd gathered at the Port Royal Rookery and Cypress Wetlands Trail on Paris Avenue to celebrate the birth of hundreds of new wading birds. There was food, music, a scavenger hunt for children, and guides available along the boardwalk to provide additional information for visitors. Kazoos were provided and Port Royal Town Manager Van Willis and event organizer Pete Richards of the Fripp Audubon Club led the crowd in playing “Happy Birthday.” Many thanks to the event sponsors, especially the YMCA of Beaufort County, the Town of Port Royal, The Arts Council of Beaufort County, Mikki’s, Drysdale Entertainment, Helena House and area bird clubs.
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What ways can we help fight depression as a community? By Lanier Laney
How can we as a community help to fight depression, especially with adolescents and older males? Suicide is a huge tragic problem here and I would like to call on all the organizations I cover in this column to please add an element to your mission statement to help combat depression. We have to do something as a community to help end the tragic loss of good people. Please, let’s all put our “thinking caps” on and figure out something, no matter how small, we can each do to help our friends and neighbors get through these bouts of depression. Here’s a message from the national suicide hotline: No matter what problems you are dealing with, we want to help you find a reason to keep living. By calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained counselor.
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From fishing to football, the hard work of athletes of all ages deserves recognition high school soccer
Dolphins beat Marion, fall to Academic Magnet The Battery Creek Dolphins won on the road in the Class 2-A Girls’ Soccer Playoffs on Monday, May 12, outlasting host Marion 5-3. Battery Creek, under the tutelage of head coach Ted Wagner, owned multiple leads in the postseason contest. Offensively for Battery Creek, Taniqua
Mungin scored four goals. Breanna Tolbert also found the net, scoring one goal for the Dolphins in the victory. Defensively, Battery Creek goalkeeper Taylor Jones delivered 15 saves. With the win, Battery Creek advanced to meet Academic Magnet on Wednesday, May 14, and fell, 9-0, in the
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3 Battery Creek football players sign with teams The Battery Creek High School football program will be wellrepresented at the next level. Three Battery Creek football players — Raheem Cooper, Yuneek Crittendon and Isaiah Sloan — have made their respective decisions on schools for the 2014-15 school year. Cooper, a defensive back, has chosen Apprentice School in Newport News, Va. Crittendon, a fellow defensive back who also plays running back, is headed to Gray Military Academy in Columbia. A tight end, Sloan will also remain in-state after deciding to attend Orangeburg-Calhoun Tech.
All three players were pivotal performers for the Jim Shumancoached team for multiple seasons, especially the 2013 campaign. Cooper helped to pace Battery Creek, finishing his senior campaign with five interceptions along with a kickoff return for a touchdown. The team’s most versatile player, Crittendon played various positions, including linebacker, safety, receiver and running back. He also passed the football and returned kicks for the Dolphins. Sloan led Battery Creek on the defensive side, registering a team-high 139 tackles. six sacks and 12 tackles for loss.
Whale Branch basketball players sign with Oakwood A pair of Whale Branch Early College High School senior boys basketball players made their college choices official last week, and the two teammates are headed to the same school. On Thursday, May 15, Whale Branch seniors Simeon Middleton and Denzel Daniel signed to play basketball for Oakwood University, a college located in Huntsville, Ala. Middleton and Daniel, both of whom helped lead Whale Branch to consecutive Class 1-A Lower State
championships, join an Oakwood University program that has won two national championships in the U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association. Daniel is expected to play forward, while Middleton could play point guard or shooting guard for the Ambassadors during the 2014-15 season. During his senior season, Middleton averaged 9.4 points and 2.7 assists per game for Whale Branch. The talented duo played under the direction of head coach Linc Lyles.
Local woman performs well in global training competition Every year CrossFit holds a competition to find the fittest man and fittest woman in the world. The 2014 season began on Feb. 27 with the worldwide CrossFit Games Open competition. Everyone in the world was invited to compete in five workouts over five weeks, posting their scores online. Last year 140,000 athletes competed in the open, and this year the number grew to 214,000 athletes. 10
This year, CrossFit Beaufort congratulates Heather Callender for her outstanding performance during this five week competition. Heather both eats and trains to perform, which definitely showed, as she placed 11th in the Southeast Region, and 100th in the world in the 40-44 year old female category. This category alone had more than 5,000 athletes competing not just in the U.S. but across the world.
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second round of the Class 2-A Playoffs. Defensively, goalkeeper Taylor Jones registered 15 saves for Battery Creek in the season-ending loss. Battery Creek ended the 2014 season 9-5. In boys soccer on Tuesday, May 13, Silver Bluff beat Battery Creek 3-0.
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The Beaufort High girls soccer team’s 2014 season ended with a loss to West Ashley on Monday, May 19, 1-0. The loss eliminated Beaufort High from the postseason. The Lady Eagles ended their latest season 11-10-1.
RUNNING WITH THE WOLFPACK
Four members of the Wolfpack ran Saturday, May 17 in a statewide track meet in Charleston. Among the 400 participants, Trayvon Day, Kacy Fields, Nash Mills and Devonte Jackson together won the 4x100 relay. Individually, the team members won or placed in 100m, 200m ,400m , 800m, 1500m and long jump.
high school track and field Local track and field athletes fared well in the South Carolina High School League State Track and Field Championships held May 16-17 at Spring Valley High School. The Battery Creek, Whale Branch and Beaufort High track and field programs were all well-represented. Here is a breakdown of results for local competitors. BOYS CLASS 2-A • 110 Meter Hurdles - 8, Jonathan Witt, Battery Creek, 20.97. • Pole Vault - 4, David Patridge, Battery Creek, 12-06. • Long Jump - 8, Raheem Cooper, Battery Creek, 19-11, w: 0.5.
CLASS 1-A • 800 Meter Run - 6, Damian Brown, Whale Branch, 2:12.06. • 1600 Meter Run - 4, Devonta’ Glover, Whale Branch, 4:53.14. • 3200 Meter Run - 5, Devonta’ Glover, Whale Branch, 10:54.35. 6, Wesley Murphy, Whale Branch, 10:59.17. • 400 Meter Hurdles - 4, Ezekiel Carter, Whale Branch, 1:00.21. • 4x100 Meter Relay - 6, Whale Branch ‘A’, 44.89. • 4x800 Meter Relay - 6, Whale Branch ‘A’, 8:55.66. • High Jump - 2, David Lamb, Whale Branch, 6-02. • Long Jump - 4, Javon Gardner, Whale Branch, 20-03, w:NWI. • Shot Put - 3, Casser Middleton, Whale Branch, 50-00.50. • Discus - 2, Treyvon Bryan, Whale Branch, 151-06.
GIRLS CLASS 4-A • 200 Meter Dash - 7, Bre-Anna Heyward-White, Beaufort, 25.62.
• 400 Meter Dash - 5, Bre-Anna Heyward-White, Beaufort, 59.11. • 4x100 Meter Relay - 4, Beaufort ‘A’, 48.15. • 4x400 Meter Relay - 4, Beaufort ‘A’, 3:58.40. • Pole Vault - 1, Amanda Barnes, Beaufort, 12-06.
CLASS 2-A • 100 Meter Dash - 4, Daisja Cannon, Battery Creek, 12.69. • 200 Meter Dash - 7, Daisja Cannon, Battery Creek, 26.90. • 4x100 Meter Relay - 2, Battery Creek ‘A’, 48.82. • Pole Vault - 2, Kimberly Vigil, Battery Creek, 9-00. • Triple Jump - 3, La’Schirrae Morrall, Battery Creek, 36-09.
CLASS 1-A • 1600 Meter Run - 6, Kourtney Matt, Whale Branch, 6:40.51. • 3200 Meter Run - 7, Kourtney Matt, Whale Branch, 14:30.37. • 100 Meter Hurdles - 1, Kemoni Jenkins, Whale Branch, 16.53. 7, Da’jahnae Jenkins, Whale Branch, 18.69. • 400 Meter Hurdles - 3, Kemoni Jenkins, Whale Branch, 1:10.91. • 4x100 Meter Relay - 1, Whale Branch ‘A’ (Daja Smalls 10, Harmony Cleveland 10, Nichole Smalls 10, Marshayia White 10), 50.90. • 4x400 Meter Relay - 4, Whale Branch ‘A’, 4:23.89. • Pole Vault - 6, Kemoni Jenkins, Whale Branch, 8-00. • Triple Jump - 3, Daja Smalls, Whale Branch, 33-06.50, w:-0.4. • Shot Put - 4, Shatayia Clark, Whale Branch, 31-05.25. • Discus - 1, Shatayia Clark, Whale Branch, 105-01.
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school news
A focus on students, teachers and educational events in northern Beaufort County school notes
Spring Fling held at BA
BEAUFORT ACADEMY • Thursday, May 22: Kindergarten Graduation, 9 a.m. • Thursday, May 22: Eighth Grade Promotion, 11 a.m. • Thursday, May 22: Annual Senior Tea, 4 p.m. • Friday, May 23: EZ-Drop Book Buy Back, 9 a.m. • Friday, May 23: Class of 2014 Baccalaureate, 4 p.m. • Saturday, May 24: Class of 2014 graduation, 2 p.m. • Monday, May 26: BA summer hours begin, office will be open – 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Save the Date, Monday, June 2: BA’s first week of summer camp for ages 3-6 begins. Camp is open to the community. Contact us at 843-524-3393 or see the website, www. beaufortacademy.org, for more information..
The Beaufort High School Eagles of the Month for April exemplified the quality of Excellence. These students do their best at all times. The students pictured from left are Raul Jaramillo-Ruiz from Freshman Academy, Jasmine Simmons from the School of Medical and Consumer Science, Maria Carrera from the School of Arts, Communication and Technology, and Mattie Hibbs from International Studies, surrounding Principal Murphy.
COOSA ELEMENTARY CAMP INVENTION is coming back. In partnership with the National Inventors Hall of Fame, Coosa Elementary School is pleased to offer the nationally-acclaimed Camp Invention program to children entering grades one through six. It’s an exciting, weeklong summer adventure in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) that’s all about big ideas. Children will work together to seek innovative solutions to real-world problems and sharpen critical 21st century learning skills as they rotate through four modules that reinvent summer fun. This unforgettable week begins on July 7, when Karyn Levesque will direct the Camp Invention MORPHED!™ program at Coosa ES. Visit www.campinvention.org or call 800-968-4332 to reserve your child’s spot today.
RIVERVIEW • Riverview Charter School is proud to announce the launch of their Annual Fund “I’m In” campaign, highlighting 488 (students) reasons to give. The campaign will run through June 30. The Annual Fund campaign is a critical component of Riverview’s ongoing growth for the future. Support of the Annual Fund helps the school achieve their mission by funding technology enhancements for students, instructional supplies such as guided reading books and science kits, as well as support for the scholarship program. In addition the Annual Fund is important as the school pushes forward with a permanent facility. Those interesting in donating to Riverview Charter School can donate online at www.riverviewcharterschool.org. Checks can be mailed to: Riverview Charter School, 81 Savannah Highway, Beaufort, SC, 29906.
Beaufort Academy held its annual Spring Fling last Friday, May 16, complete with a musical called “Motown Magic,” a family picnic, and the campus decorated top to bottom with student artwork.
Sellers Lynn, Tency Lynn, and Maxwell Winters show off their artwork.
Mrs. Jackie Bauer and a few of her students enjoy an outdoor picnic. Congratulations to Mrs. April Brooks and students in her Financial Math classes at Beaufort High School, who took the W!SE Financial Literacy Certification assessment. Of the 67 students tested, 91 percent passed with an average score of 81 percent, qualifying BHS as a Blue Star School. The official recognition for this honor will be at the MoneyPOWER conference in November in New York City. Pictured is just one of her three classes of Financial Math.
Left to right: Luke Rhatigan, Rowan Higgins, Jack Staley, Lucas Matte, and Brock Bekemeyer leap from the stage during the finale of “Motown Magic.”
school honors brevard college Olivia Fawcett of Beaufort graduated from Brevard College in Brevard, N.C. during the school’s 161st Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 3. Fawcett earned a bachelor’s degree in Wilderness Leadership & Experiential Education and English. clemson university Local students graduated from Clemson University on May 9. They are: • Bonnie Elizabeth Alexander of Beaufort, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Food Science • Deanne Renee Anthony of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Graphic Communications • Timothy William Britton of Beaufort, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management • Calvin Dean Brown of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering • Devin Peter Burnes of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Computer Science • Samantha Leigh Burnsed of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture • Katelyn Grace Dennis of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Health Science • Christopher Morgan Greco of Beaufort, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering 12
• Clayton Griswold of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science • Christopher Allen Guinn of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering • Jessica Michelle Heim of Beaufort, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in English • Stephanie Raquel Hudson of Beaufort, who graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Special Education • Kelly-Katherine Lloyd of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies • Taylor Lynn Mason of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology • Jenna Darlene Olson of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science • Samantha Elise Pettigrew of Beaufort, who graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Language and International Trade • Anna Grace Stoddard of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology • Chelsea Rae Wallace of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education • Jessica McGregor Whitaker of Beaufort, who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering • Sloane Ellen Wiggers of Beaufort, who graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences
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More than 3,200 students received degrees from President James P. Clements, who presided over his first graduation ceremony at Clemson. • Timothy William Britton of Beaufort was recognized at the Honors and Awards Ceremony of the Clemson University College of Health, Education and Human Development. Britton, a senior majoring in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management, received the Greg Schoper Leadership Award and Certificate of Recognition for Excellence. COASTAL CAROLINA UNIVERSITY • Joshua B. Gee, a sophomore majoring in English from Beaufort, SC, has made the President’s List for high academic achievement at Coastal Carolina University. To qualify for the President’s List, students must earn a 4.0 grade point average. GREENSBORO COLLEGE Sydney Paige Boggs of Beaufort, SC, has been named to Greensboro College’s Dean’s List for the Spring 2014 semester. To qualify, a student must have a 3.5 GPA or better. MILITARY REGOGNITION • Navy Seaman Apprentice Grant T. Conder, son of William and India Dickinson of Beaufort, SC, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Conder completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction
on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is “Battle Stations”. This exercise gives recruits the skills and confidence they need to succeed in the fleet. “Battle Stations” is designed to galvanize the basic warrior attributes of sacrifice, dedication, teamwork and endurance in each recruit through the practical application of basic Navy skills and the core values of Honor, Courage and Commitment. Its distinctly ‘’Navy’’ flavor was designed to take into account what it means to be a sailor. Conder is a 2013 graduate of Battery Creek High School, Beaufort. park university Park University Beaufort Campus students Jody D. Abar and Jason A. Grayson have been accepted for membership in Pi Upsilon Chapter of Alpha Sigma Lambda based on their 3.75+ grade point average, senior status and leadership. Alpha Sigma Lambda is a national honors society dedicated to the advancement of scholastic achievement and leadership in adult college students. Washington and Lee University Chelsea Mixson of Beaufort, SC, a member of the class of 2014 at Washington and Lee University, has earned dean’s list status for the winter term 2014. Dean’s list status at Washington and Lee represents a term gradeaverage of at least 3.4.
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Well-known illustrator visits Coosa Elementary By Pamela Brownstein
Recently, one of Coosa Elementary’s second grade students from Lisa Pope’s class won first place in an illustration contest sponsored by Scholastic. As part of the award, the school was visited by Harry Bliss, a cartoonist and cover artist for The New Yorker Magazine and illustrator of several children’s books.
He gave a presentation to the second graders where he talked about how he got his start as an artist and showed those gathered in the school’s library examples of some of his favorite New Yorker covers and cartoons. Mr. Bliss told the students about the drawing process, how he starts with a very rough sketch and makes multiple
drafts until it works. He said one of the best things about creating art is that it’s a journey and “your never know where your art will end up.” Then he played an interactive drawing game with the enthusiastic kids. Mr. Bliss also brought signed copies of his books, and also attended a pizza Harry Bliss talks to second graders at party with all the second graders. Coosa Elementary School.
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Say what you ‘mean girls’ By Takiya Smith
“People who are intimidated by you talk bad about you to others in hopes that others won’t find you appealing.” This was the private text message that I sent to my daughter in an effort to encourage her through not only her teenage years but through life. In further encouragement, I stated “let them talk because you are something worth talking about.” As a parent of two, a mother of a daughter and an example to my children, I strive daily to take on every role of raising God-fearing, loving, loyal, compassionate and morally responsible children. As far back as age 5, my now 16-yearold daughter has always endured being the target of most girls “misdirected” issues. She has been picked on because of her weight. She has been taunted because of her unique sense of fashion. She has been judged for her individuality. She has been mocked for being smart. She has been ignored for having a voice to make a stand and she has been laughed at for being a leader. My daughter so effortlessly and independently marches to the beat of not only her own drum
line but to the funky, eclectic tunes of a violin, piano, trumpet, guitar and whatever other instrument she so freely chooses to hear. While the description of her obstacles may have pulled at your heart strings, don’t dare spare a minute feeling pity for her. I want you all to know this: She simply does not have a care as to what others say or negatively do towards her. At that young age of 5 years old when she first came home in tears over being picked on, it struck a chord so deep within me that I wanted not only to protect her, but to fight her battles for her. However, knowing that I could not and would not always be around to fight her battles for her — let alone possibly offer her the solace she would so lovingly need — I made a decision to teach her that life would always deliver the good, bad and ugly but that it was up to her whether she let it change whom she was or wanted to be. I spent my time telling her the truth of who she was instead of allowing her to focus on the lies of what others thought. In turn, I taught her to open her heart and not her head. I challenged her to look beyond the nasty words, catty
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whispers and snide stares to see the hurt coming from those within. “It’s not you, it’s them.” Time after time, when faced with gossip or another individual’s malicious intention, I endeavored for her to take notice of why that person “didn’t” like her. I never forced an answer nor did I offer a solution but gently questioned what she made of the situation. Our talks not only strengthened our bond but allowed her to see beyond the words and actions and clearly into understanding that the “hate” had nothing to do with her. What evolved from these lessons is one of the world’s most kind-hearted, self-assured young ladies that I have ever met in my entire life. Not because she is my daughter and not even because she is just an all-around good kid, but what I have learned is that if I did nothing else right in my life, parenting my two children has paid off big time. Those little seeds of
time, love and guidance have blossomed in ways that amaze me to this day. I have witnessed first-hand the love and maturity of her peer counseling and have watched countless enemies become her closest friends because she never gave in to them, nor did she give up on them. The moral of my story ends with this: “Mean girls” do and always will exist. But when we allow ourselves the fact of understanding that one making another look inferior to feel superior is a signal that something going on in the interior is being hidden by the exterior we can move forward and handle life’s situations accordingly. Raising our children starts in the heart, filters into the home and then flows into the community. Today’s results are a direct reflection of yesterday’s actions and tomorrow’s outcome will be the efforts of today’s guidance. Takiya La’Shaune Smith, mother, licensed cosmetologist, mentor and entrepreneur is an author and beauty columnist promoting inner and outer beauty, self-esteem, preservation and awareness. Email her at Takiya@TakiyaLaShaune.com or contact her at 843-2630426.
When I want an egg... By Cherimie Crane Weatherford
While considering a topic for my column, my focus turned towards current issues and serious conditions, such as grocery store anxiety. My husband was the first to diagnose my unusual condition from years of observance. Seemingly an innocent locale, not many times described as producing profound effect, can and does cause my freckled skin to fluster. I find the entire process of grocery shopping quite intimidating. The shortest distant between any two points is always from A to B, unless there are 3,000 flavors of salad dressing in between. Growing up in backwoods Mississippi, visiting the grocery store many times took a quick trip to the backyard, a run through the field and nudging the chickens out of the hen house. Life was simple, choices slim. Discerning the nutritional value was relatively easy. If the egg was cracked, or cracking, leave it be. If the corn was brown, eat the peas. If the cows had broken free from the fence yet again and left their
recycled goods all over the turnips, washing and rewashing was advised. When a grocery store was needed, it was for something that couldn’t be grown, caught, raised or borrowed from Mammaw. Just to decipher what will kill me now versus what will kill me later Cherimie causes more wrinkles than I care to Crane Weatherford combat. All I need is eggs, but I find myself lost in a sea of seemingly fresh produce some of which I can’t even pronounce, enough sauces to coat a small country and boxes upon boxes of just-add-water meals. While I am reduced to a blubbering bubble of incertitude, my happy-go-lucky husband is running for mayor of the meat section. He roams the aisles with grace, smiling and making small talk while his wife can’t seem to understand the mechanics of organics. It is a source of great discussion and debate in the Weatherford
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household. Some people fear spiders, some fear snakes, I fear Publix. It isn’t just the death defying act of finding a parking space, the 45 variations of mayo or the (answer quickly!) question of paper or plastic, it’s the basic fact that I prefer the A to B’s of life. If I want eggs, I just want eggs, not egg whites, not egg substitute, just a darn egg. As a matter of fact, if our community guidelines would permit, I would gladly adopt several chickens, choose a well-mannered cow and live without the weekly ventures all together. When at all possible, my husband does spare me the mental breakdown and joyfully peruses the aisles filling a buggy full of necessary items; however, not once does he spare me the jokes over my no-longer-secret infliction. Grocery stores are just not my thing. After all, every porch has a crack. If you happen to see me wondering the aisles with a buggy with 26 dozen eggs, be kind. I’m just trying to adapt to a world that, more times than not, I find a bit overwhelming. Happy shopping, y’all.
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Celebrate 20 years of garden tours From June 2 to 6, stroll through lovely gardens at the annual Gardena-Day tour sponsored by the Beaufort Garden Club. This marks the 20th anniversary of this no-charge garden tour. To help with the event, area Master Gardeners act as docents in the gardens each day. On Monday, June 2, there will be two cottage gardens to view. Both were part of the original garden tour 20 years ago and are located in The Point neighborhood: 606 North St. (The Point) and 702 Hamilton St. The garden for Tuesday, June 3, features about 5 acres of plants, trees, garden decor, and water features. Perhaps the pet turtle or the parrots that occupy the garden will pose for a photo. So much to see at this home on
1 Blythewood Road, Lady’s Island. Wednesday, June 4, returns to The Point with a delightful specimen
garden. It will inspire your thinking about your own garden. Located at 315 Laurens St. On Thursday, June 5, enjoy this small but mighty jewel of a garden and experience a guided tree walk provided by the Lady’s Island Garden Club. This historic tree walk features trees throughout The Point. Visit 715 New Street. Friday, June 6, this garden is about 2 acres and the pride of a local landscaper. Throughout the garden, perennial plants artfully mix with annuals at 38 Sundown Bend (off Broad River Boulevard in Burton). Come rain or shine, the tour runs from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Remember, there is no charge for this event.
CODA holds Men’s Community Breakfast The local nonprofit Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse, CODA, held a free Men’s Community Breakfast on Tuesday, May 20 with internationally recognized educator and lecturer, Tony Porter promoting “A Call To Men,” discussing respectful manhood and the role of men in ending domestic abuse. A follow up event will be held June 11. For more information, contact CODA at 770-1070. Pictured at left: Ben Boswell, Theresa Lacey, Jeff Spargo, Kristin Dubrowski, Tony Porter, Alyssa Marple, Anna Zweede.
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There will be a robust group of veterans associations represented in the parade including the Military Officers Association Lowcountry Chapter, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 12, American Legion Post 9, the 82nd Airborne Division Association, and the American Veterans Post 70 (AMVETS). Disabled and senior veterans will have a seating area for the parade in the grassy area on Bay Street located on the waterfront side of the street between the Beaufort Marina and the Best Western Sea Island Inn.
holiday closings Remember that most federal, state and county government offices will be closed Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday. The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles will also be closed that day. After the parade, the celebration will continue with the Annual Memorial Day Ceremony at noon at the Beaufort National Cemetery, 1601 Boundary Street. The Keynote Speaker will be Brigadier General Kaffia “Belle” Jones, U.S. Army, who recently completed a 15 month deployment to Southwest Asia serving as Commander, 335th Signal Command (Theater). The Healing
Heroes of the Lowcountry Fund will have a presence at the cemetery, as will the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8760 (VFW), the Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) and the Sons of Confederate Veterans (SCV). Following the ceremony, there will be a reception hosted by the VFW Post 8760 located at their headquarters on 37 Castle Rock Road (take right turn at 1st Light past Walmart heading towards Broad River, then about a quarter mile down on the left) beginning at 2:15 p.m. In the event of inclement weather, the parade and memorial celebration will be combined and held at the Beaufort High School Gym. For more information, please call Dr. Elijah Washington at 843-525-6689.
Kelli Bright demonstrates the Paramobile machine — which allows those who cannot walk to stand, play golf and get around in difficult places — before the Exchange Club. Photo courtesy of Ellier Gervero.
Exchange Club supports efforts of Kelli Bright In 2011, Kelli Bright was recognized as the Exchange Club’s A.C.E award winner. A.C.E stands for Accepting the Challenge of Excellence. This program recognizes high school students who have overcome adversities in high school, but are still able to graduate and go on to college. Kelli Bright was left paralyzed as a result of a car accident in 2009. She was the guest speaker at the Exchange Club’s meeting on May 8. Recently, Parris Island purchased a Paramobile machine for the golf course and Kelli is the local spokesperson and advocate. The Paramobile allows those who cannot walk an opportunity to stand, play golf, play pool and get around in difficult places such as a hilly golf course or at the beach. The Paramobile also has many health benefits. It helps with circulation, muscle tone, digestive system and helps lung function. Kelli loves the machine so much that her family and friends want her to have one of her own. To help raise funds for Kelli, visit http://www.gofundme.com/6t9hc8. For more information about the Beaufort Exchange Club, please contact club president, Darlene Douglas at 843522-1872.
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Red Piano Too exhibit celebrates Memorial Day In keeping with history and tradition, the Corner Community on St. Helena Island is gearing up to celebrate Memorial Day weekend with an array of activities to recognize a holiday the people of St. Helena Island have always celebrated as part of their American heritage. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery is hosting a special art exhibit on Saturday, May 24, featuring the work of well-known Lowcountry artist Diane Britton Dunham. The theme of this show is “The Gullah Creole Caribbean Connection.” Gullah Creole is the term coined by Dunham because it best describes her artwork blending elements of her colorful Louisiana Creole roots with the rich historical Gullah culture
of the Sea Islands. She will discuss the Gullah Creole Caribbean art connection and related history during the exhibit. Noted Beaufort musician and Dunham’s husband, Phil Griffin, will provide music for the Gullah side of the event from noon until 2 p.m., playing classic Southern Blues and traditional Gullah music. A collection of Gullahthemed needlework hangings by Bridget Murray will also be exhibited. These pieces emphasize the detail Murray incorporates in her work. The Red Piano Too Art Gallery will also present the East of the River Steel band from Washington, D.C. This band is made up of young people ages 6 to 19, in a program that enhances lives, builds
confidence and fosters resiliency as it also develops a love and appreciation of the arts. The band will present a special concert from 2 to 3 p.m. This is a mustsee performance, according to longtime Caribbean resident Elayne Scott. An additional exhibit of Lauren DeLoach’s Lowcountry paintings celebrating regional natural beauty will be presented at Bella Vita and Octopuses, which are across the street and next door to the Red Piano Too Art Gallery. All activities are free and open to the public. For more information, contact the Red Piano Too Art Gallery, at 870 Sea Island Parkway, St. Helena Island, S.C., by calling 843-838-2241.
‘Sea Island Breezes’ by Diane Britton Dunham
A cool and creative way for kids to spend the summer Do you have a miniature artist or performer in the family? If so, an art or drama themed summer camp can help them pursue their talents. ARTworks in Beaufort will be offering a series of camps in June and July with a variety of different topics that are sure to appeal to pint size Picassos and aspiring actors and actresses. “What is unique about the ARTworks summer camps,” says Managing Director Laura Maxey,“is that they are one week long camps that let kids and parents choose which topics they are interested in and can attend around their vacation schedules. Kids can enroll for the whole program, or just a few, since the activities are different every week.” Starting off the series of camps will be Rob Lewis, an award-winning videographer and director of the nature series “Coastal Kingdom.” He will be teaching a Narrative Film Camp from June 9-13. The focus will be on telling a story or narrative through film, and students will learn about the entire process of filmmaking, from scriptwriting and storyboards, to shooting and editing video, while getting hands-on experience with production and editing equipment.
Kids on stage at last year’s theater camp at ARTworks.
Sue Stanny, a veteran of many adult and children’s theatre productions in her former home state of Pennsylvania, as well as the founder of the Beaufort-based Palmetto Dancers dance team, will be teaching several different weeklong camps, focusing on various aspects of acting, dance, and musical theatre. Local performer and spoken word artist LaShanta Smith will be teaching a two week Storytelling camp which will focus on both writing and performing the
arts events Local book signing: Dee Phelps, local author of “The Disappointment Room,” will be presenting her book on Saturday, May 24 from 1 to 4 p.m. at McIntosh Book Shoppe on Bay Street in downtown Beaufort. Call 843-524-1119. “The Disappointment Room” is a mystery that takes place on an old plantation at Coffin Point in Beaufort. “A Piece of my Heart”: USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret Street, will present the final performance of the play “A Piece of My Heart” by Shirley Lauro on Sunday, May 25 at 3 p.m. The play follows the true stories of
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six young women who served in the Vietnam War and explores their lives before, during and after their service. For tickets, call the box office at 843-521-4145 or visit www.uscbcenterforthearts.com. Pop Up Gift Card Class: Carolina Stamper will be offering Pop Up Gift Card Class on Saturday, May 31, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Come and learn how to make this fabulous gift card. Come in and see the sample or request a picture at carolinastamper@hargray.com. The cost is $17. Carolina Stamper is located at 203 Carteret Street, Beaufort.
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students’ own pieces. Two local artists, CJ Simonds and Cindy Male, will each be teaching the art camps this summer. Both have created fun and educational topics for the camps, including: printmaking, wearable art, sequential (comic book and illustration) art, art using lettering and quotes, fantasy art, and more. Well-known local artist Hank Herring will also serve as a guest artist and teacher for a one week mixed media camp that will have students creating amazing projects using collage and assemblage techniques. There will be both 2-D (collage) and 3-D (sculpture) projects. For those interested in registering for the camps, there are two daily sessions. The morning sessions are suitable for 6 to 8 year olds. The afternoon sessions are generally designed for ages 9 to 12 year olds, with some topics suitable for teens as well. The fee is $110 per week and includes instruction, materials, and a small snack each day. For more information or to register, contact ARTworks at 843-379-2787 or email officemgr@beaufortcountyarts. com.
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A pair of brother and sister Shooting Star wines By Celia Strong
This week I hope you are ready to learn about a pair of wines, red and a white, from the same winery, sort of like a brother and a sister. It’s not just the French who can anthropomorphize in their discussions about their wines — we can too. (Apparently, we can use big words, as well.) But, let’s get to our wines from the Shooting Star label and their lessons. We travel to California this week, to Mendocino and Lake counties. For our loyal readers, some of this may sound familiar because we have discussed this week’s winery once before and the famous owner and winemaker, too. We will look at each county first and, then, each wine with its owner. Using the theory that ladies go first, we start with the white wine. (Oops, more anthropomorphizing.) It comes from Mendocino County. Actually, more accurately, it comes from grapes grown in Mendocino County. Mendocino is one of the most northern of California wine regions, a part of the much larger North Coast AVA. There are 10 AVAs in this county, all with a wide range of specific soil and climate characteristics. Because of this range, also, they grow a wide variety of grapes here, many of them organically grown. Mendocino, the name, comes from the name “Mendoza,” specifically from a Spanish explorer with that last name who explored the coast of California in the 16th century, and a Spanish viceroy, the explorer’s cousin, who was the first viceroy of New Spain. The first vineyards in Mendocino were established in the 1850s, sort of second choices for men who did not find wealth and prosperity in the great California Gold Rush. Most of them were small wineries and did not survive Prohibition. In 1931, Parducci Wines was founded — the first commercial winery in Mendocino and the only one up to the 1960s. In 1968, Fetzer was founded and it grew to become the county’s largest winery and a leader in sustainable farming and organic wine production. Fetzer is the reason that nearly 25 percent of the vineyards in Mendocino are certified as organic
Celia Strong works at Bill’s Liquor & Fine Wines on Lady’s Island.
farms, more than any other county in California. The harvests in Mendocino account for about 2 percent of the total in California. Lake County, like Mendocino, is located north of Napa County, in the northwest corner of the North Coast AVA. Clear Lake, for which the county is named, is the largest inland water body Shooting Star Chardonnay and Syrah. in California. There are five AVAs within this county and Cabernet Sauvignon is million cases. The year they hit a million the most widely planted variety; merlot cases, 1991, Jed and Jess parted company is a distant second. Clear Lake has a — with lawsuits and counter-lawsuits. moderating influence on the climate of The most interesting part of the trial the vineyards around it, cooling with concerned KJ’s claim that they owned moisture heavy air. Actually, this is one the “secret process” that made their Chardonnay the biggest selling wine in of the coolest climates in the state. Despite the dominance of Cabernet the country. The secret was Jed’s skill here, many other varieties are also at blending different batches of Chard grown. Compared to many other grapes and adding bits of other varieties California wine regions, Lake County to get the exact flavors he wanted. KJ is still more rural with small towns and won the rights to the “secret process,” but family ranches. It is a great destination Jed’s skills moved on with him. The first wine with the new Steele for hiking, mountain biking, fishing, rock climbing and white-water rafting. The Wines label was produced in 1991 and Lake County Winegrape Commission released in 1993 to rave reviews. Since was formed in 1992 to promote the then more vineyards have been added grapes, wines and winery of this area. to their list, more grapes, more wines, And our winery for this week is right more accolades, and a second label called Shooting Star. Jed’s middle name is there with them. And that is our segue to Steele Wines Tecumseh, after the Native American and Jed Steele. Jed is over 6 and a half chief. The legend of Tecumseh said he feet tall, but a softy at heart. His wine was always very lucky because he was career in California started with making born under a meteor of shooting stars. So, now we have our two wines — wine in 1968 at Stony Hill Winery in Napa. By 1979, he was at Edmeades The Shooting Star Chardonnay and the in Anderson Valley in Mendocino Shooting Star Syrah. The grapes for the County. Through all his experiences Chardonnay come from two Mendocino he continued to learn and improve his vineyards — DuPratt and Lolonis, both farmed sustainably. The DuPratt winemaking skills. In 1983, Jess Jackson (founder and grapes bring richness and balance and owner of Kendall-Jackson) was looking the Lolonis grapes add citrus and melon for the best winemaker he could find flavors. The blended wine is fermented to make KJ into a national brand. in older barrels, aged for eight months. Jed’s talent with Chardonnay, and The bottled wine has citrus and mineral other grapes, moved Kendall-Jackson characteristics with hints of peach production from 9,000 cases to one flavors and bright acidity. The talent is
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The Shooting Star label was started by Jed Tecumseh Steele. The legend of Native American chief Tecumseh said he was always very lucky because he was born under a meteor of shooting stars. not just in mixing good flavors together, but textures and complexities also. The Shooting Star Syrah is a pet project for Jed; he loves Syrah wines. There are five different vineyards planted with Syrah from Lake County, all planted because Jed pushed for them. These grapes are hand-picked and quickly delivered to the winery. Fermentation lasts about seven days but, then, the skins remain for another 10 days for more flavors and textures. Eight months of barrel aging, in French and American oak, follows. The wine has dark fruit flavors (blackberries), bright plums, soft tannins and good balance. The perfect meal with this wine? For Jed, it’s a Kobe beef burger topped with jalapeños and garlic fries. Yum! Despite all the vineyards that Jed and his winery either own or have contracts with for their grapes, none of these wines are made in huge quantities. That’s possibly one of the reasons Jed became unhappy at Kendall-Jackson. Too big means much less of a connection with the land and the grapes. There are only about 4,000 cases of the Shooting Star Chardonnay made each year. And only 2,000 cases of its brother, the Syrah. So, let’s welcome the new kids into our glasses and enjoy them. I, for one, am already growing my jalapeños right out in my front yard. I’ll drink a glass of Shooting Star Chard first. Then, have a burger and jalapeños with some Shooting Star Syrah, probably more than one glass. It’s not good to like one child better than the other, but those jalapeños win! Both wines are $10.99 so no running out. Enjoy.
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THE TAVERN IN ROYAL PINES
By Pamela Brownstein
The Lady’s Island Country Club is just unveiling the dramatic renovation of its clubhouse that has been under construction since last August. According to Jeff Fischer, the outdated building was completely gutted, with the exception of the stately fireplace that remains at the entrance of the newly designed restaurant, The Tavern in Royal Pines. With light hardwood floors and an emphasis on clean lines and a Lowcountry look, the result is a beautiful and inviting dining and bar area. The food at Lady’s Island Country Club has always been delicious, but now with a big, brand-new kitchen, the chef and staff Clockwise from above: Ginger shrimp salad; Classic 100 percent Angus beef burger are excited to reveal new menu items. The Lunch Bunch had a hard time with grilled onions, Blue cheese, jalapeños and a side of sweet potato fries; Cobb Salad; deciding between all the tempting Southwestern Chicken Wrap; and Spinach Salad with grilled shrimp. options. But we started by sharing a plate the salad — before I even realized, she had so perfectly I almost didn’t want to disturb of the homemade chips, and between finished everything on her plate. them. But I did and it was excellent. the four of us, we scarfed them all. We Elizabeth thoroughly enjoyed her giant Jeff said the renovations are still ongoing. also tried the Ginger Shrimp Salad, and burger topped with grilled onions, blue The big brick patio will be expanded, it not only looked gorgeous, it tasted so cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onions and making room for tents and providing a good too with ginger-seasoned shrimp jalapeños, and a side of sweet potato fries. great additional outdoor area for weddings on a bed of slaw tossed with barbecue Guest Lunch Buncher Daniel and big events. But the goal of creating “a blue cheese sauce. Brownstein really liked his Southwestern fun, family friendly place” is coming true. Nikki ordered the Spinach Salad made Chicken Wrap. And I was amazed by my Lady’s Island Country Club is located at with strawberries, walnuts and spinach colorful and plentiful Cobb Salad with all 139 Francis Marion Circle, Beaufort, and and topped with grilled shrimp and the ingredients — cucumbers, tomatoes, is open for lunch 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call raspberry vinaigrette dressing. She loved bacon, mushrooms and eggs — lined up 843-524-3635 or www.ladysislandcc.com.
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By Tracie Korol
Imagine this: You’ve just crawled into your comfy bed, punched up the pillow to “just right”, and then realize something is not right. Someone has sprayed your bed with Round-Up. The sheets are damp, now your pajamas are damp and the smell is about to knock you over. You begin to itch all over. Welcome to Dog World. This scenario happens to our pets all the time. Every day they play on, lie on, sleep on lawns that have been treated with deadly chemicals. They’re on the grass in public parks, they’re on the lush green spaces in our gated communities, they are living on top of chemicals sprayed willy-nilly out in the country where I live. Dogs play, sleep, roll around in and even eat treated grass. We track the chemicals into our homes on our shoes so it creates a residue on our floors and carpets. When you live only a few inches above ground level, you never escape the effects. It is well documented that long-term exposure to herbicides causes myriad health problems in humans. It causes myriad health problems in dogs, too. In first world countries, the most common causes of kidney failure are obesity, diabetes and high blood pressure. But sugar cane workers in Central America and Sri Lanka who have been dying from “Chronic Kidney
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Disease of unknown etiology” (CKDu) for decades, do not generally have those risk factors. This has led scientists to suspect an external toxin as a possible cause. What chemical has the most widespread use in these areas? Round-Up. A Roundup “drench” is used to “ripen” sugar cane. (Nicaragua and Sri Lanka have recently banned the use of the chemical as has most of Europe.) Other independent studies worldwide have also linked the use of Round Up to celiac disease. Symptoms include diarrhea, skin rashes, macrocytic anemia, depression as well as reproductive issues and increased risk to thyroid disease, kidney failure and cancer. What is sprayed on U.S. wheat fields? What do we spray on our yards and roadways? And what diseases are our dogs developing? It’s a simple equation. The smart thing to do is to limit exposing your dog to grassy fields or weed patches in your community that have recently
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been sprayed or are routinely sprayed. Certainly, do not intentionally use these chemicals around your house. That would be the common sense approach. Sadly though, we do not always have control over what is sprayed in our neighborhoods. Once again, in my end of the county, and again without warning, SCE&G and NaturChem hosed acres of public and private land with a chemical cocktail of Ecomazapyr, glyphosate and a mystery surfactant. Officials of these companies claim it is “so safe you can drink it” (really, they said that). Earlier this spring, county maintenance hosed all the roadsides. Take a drive up through Sheldon this weekend and see what dead-on-dead looks like. You and your kids will be breathing the overspray. So will your dogs. Your kids and your dogs will be playing on or near areas
While controlling your yard with chemicals may seem like an easy way to get the green lawn your neighbors envy, it’s not worth the risk of poisoning your Best Friend. that are in the process of dying. While controlling your yard with chemicals may seems like an easy way to get the green lawn your neighbors envy, it’s not worth the risk of poisoning your Best Friend. Rinse your dog’s feet after exercising on a treated lawn. Rinse any fetch toys she may have played with on the lawn, too. Of course, call your veterinarian immediately if your dog ever shows signs of illness following exposure to treated grassy fields. It has been estimated that between 3 and 5 percent of all people are chemically sensitive to the point of suffering ill effects from levels of herbicide exposure considered “safe” by the EPA, and companies like SCE&G and NaturChem. There is no reason to believe that other mammal species, including our dogs, would be much different.
what to do Visiting gospel choir to perform at St. Peter’s
St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 70 Lady’s Island Dr., will host at masses at 8 and 10 a.m. Sunday, May 25, with Rev. Jeffrey Kendall and the Gospel Choir of St. James the Greater from Ritter, SC. St. James Catholic Mission was built around 1836 and burned in 1856. The newly freed slaves of the community continued the Catholic presence there for about 40 years without priestly care. Local tradition credits a former slave, Vincent of Paul Davis with the preservation of the Catholic faith in the area. Visitors are welcome to hear the choir at St. Peter’s. For more information, call 843-525-0994.
Church sponsors three wellness workshops
Grace Chapel AME Church will sponsor three Health and Wellness Workshops on Saturday, May 31, at the church. The workshops on high blood pressure/stroke, Living with Lupus, and Coping with Arthritis are from 8:30 a.m. until noon. Lunch will be served. The church is located at 502 Charles Street. Call 525-0708 for more information.
Workshops help people create legal living will
As a person ages, it is important they discuss their needs and desires with loved ones. To help with this difficult process, “Planning Ahead & Five Wishes” will be presented Thursday, June 5. The two interactive group discussions will help each participant create a simple document to convey what their medical, personal, emotional and spiritual wishes are, so their families aren’t left to guess. Also addressed will be the importance of planning for housing, affordable options for burial or cremation, Social Security benefits and life insurance loopholes. A notary will be available to notarize the document making it a legal living will. The sessions are free and open to the public. The 10:30 a.m. – noon session will be held at Helena Place Senior Living at 1624 Paris Ave., in Port Royal. The 1:30-3 p.m. session will be held at Shell Point Baptist Church on Parris Island Gateway in Port Royal. To register for either session, email rewing@enlivant. com or call 843-252-3001.
American Red Cross holding blood drive
The next opportunity to donate blood to the American Red Cross in Beaufort will be on Thursday, June 5 in the CSUMC Fellowship Hall from noon until 6 p.m. It is extremely helpful if donors would make an appointment; please call 1-866-611-7137 or log onto www.redcrossblood.org. For the 1-866 number, after you get an answer press 2 for a Savannah-based operator to make your appointment. For the web site, you must register the first time and then for subsequent appointments, you just log on with your user name and PIN and make an appointment. Blood donated to the American Red Cross is used locally, nationally, and across the globe.To be eligible to donate you must be 17 years old and weigh at least 110 pounds; each donor will have a thorough medical screening to ensure safety of the blood supply. For questions, call Merle Hoagland 522-2073 or email merle13@embarqmail.com.
Speaker to discuss Habitat for Humanity Harriet Tubman exhibit holds High on the Hog The Beaufort District Collection Collaboration welcomes Dr. Eric Poplin back to Beaufort on June 9 at 6 p.m. The Archaeology Society of South Carolina Beaufort is pleased to be a part of an effort to bring Dr. Eric Poplin, senior archaeologist of Brockington & Associates in Charleston, back to discuss a newly installed exhibition on the story of Harriet Tubman and the Combahee River Raid that resulted in widespread destruction of rice plantations along the river and the freedom of more than 700 enslaved people in June 1863. The exhibit is a collaboration of Brockington & Associates, SC Department of Transportation, US Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration, Beaufort County Engineering & Infrastructure, Beaufort County Planning Department and the Beaufort County Library. The Beaufort Chapter meeting will be held in the Children’s Programming Room on the first floor of the Beaufort County Library, 311 Scott Street at 6 p.m.
Annual golf tournament hosted by Rotary Club
The 10th annual Memory Links Alzheimer’s Benefit Golf Tournament will be hosted by Rotary Club of the Lowcountry on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 9 a.m. at the Ocean Creek Course on Fripp Island. It is four man, captain’s choice and the $85 entry fee includes golf, cart, beverages, prizes, goody bag and lunch after the tournament. There will also be a putting contest, longest drive, closest to the pin, team prizes and a hole-in-one contest.
The third annual CBC National Bank High On The Hog BBQ Festival to benefit LowCountry Habitat for Humanity will be held the first weekend in June at the old Whitehall Plantation on Lady’s Island. Friday, June 6, from 6 to 10 p.m., will be “Everything Lowcountry” where teams cook their favorite dishes in the Lowcountry theme. The local band Deas Guys will take the stage at 7:30 p.m. Wristbands are $20, active military, $18. There will also be a VIP tent Friday night, sponsored by The Island News. Tickets are $50 per person and include seating under the tent, unlimited samples while they last, two drink tickets per person and a dessert. Saturday, June 7, is the barbecue competition and the South Carolina BBQ Association certified judges will start Saturday morning at 10 a.m. Gates open to the public 12 until 4 p.m. Broke Locals will entertain. Wristband price is $15, active military $14, kids under 12 free. Two-day ticket price is $30, active military $27. For more information, visit www. highonthehogbeaufort.com. For more information on sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, or build partnerships, call Habitat at 843-522-3500.
Fellowship choir holds annual summer concert
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The Fellowship Concert Choir will present its annual Summer Concert with familiar hymns and contemporary music at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church, 2002 Greene Street, Beaufort, on Saturday, June 21, at 5 p.m. The concert is free and open to the public. For more information, contact 843812-6111.
Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament to be held
‘Diva’s Night Out’ being held by local nonprofit
The Beaufort County Gamecock Classic Golf Tournament sponsored by DuPriest Construction Co. will be on Saturday, June 14. It will be held at the Sanctuary Golf Club at Cat Island. This is a 4 person scramble, Captain’s Choice format starting at 9 a.m. Proceeds benefit USC Scholarship Athletes. Entry fee of $100 per player includes a green fee and golf cart, gift bag, sausage or chicken biscuits for breakfast, awards lunch, beverages (on the course), and hole contests and prizes. Call Linda McCarty at 843-521-1445 for details.
Beaufort Church of Christ holding revival
The public is invited to the Beaufort Church of Christ, “Where All the Doors Swing Loose on Welcome Hinges to You and to Yours!” for the Gospel Meeting and Revival, June 8 to 13. The theme is “A Pure Fountain But A Contaminated Stream” Proverbs 3:5-6. Guest speaker will be Brother Samuell Pounds, Minister from Winter Haven, Fla. Sunday, June 8 is Family & Friends Day, services are 11:15 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday, June 9 through Friday, June 13, services will be 7:30 p.m. All services are held at the Beaufort Church of Christ, 170 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort, SC, 29906. For more information, email jg@ jonasbonus.com or call 843-524-4281 or visit www.BeaufortCoC.com.
Next Level Living, a non-profit organization that mentors children and families from all walks of life, with special emphasis on families facing economic hardship, is holding Diva’s Night Out “Creating The Life You Really Want.” This event will take place June 20 at the Quality Inn Town Center, 2001 Boundary St., Beaufort, SC, 29902. The speaker will be Lucinda Cross, a creative life activator and a pay-to-play empowerment partner. Her work is about helping women live a life of fire, fun and freedom. Lucinda Cross is the best-selling author of “The Road to Redemption: Overcoming Life’s Detours Obstacles and Challenges” as well as a nationally known speaker seen in Ebony Magazine, ABC Money Matters, NBC, Daily News, NY 1, Dr. Oz, The Bethenny Show, Black Enterprise, The Tom Joyner and the Al Sharpton Show. The event will also be honoring individuals in the community who have made strides in the following areas: Business: Pastor Donald Goodwine, St. Paul/Piggly Wiggly; Education: Priscilla Drake from Whale Branch High School; Community Endeavors: Fred Leyda of Beaufort Alliance; Ministry: Apostle Larry Green; and Bridging the Gaps in Community recognizes Pastor Randy Roberts of Love House Ministries and Mike Green of The Link Church. For more information, contact Elder Phyllis Smart at 843-473-9776, or Sis Shontell at 843-263-2504.
NAMI offers support for mental illnesses
The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Beaufort County provides support and education for the mentally ill and their families countywide since 1991. Peer support groups that offer support for individuals with mental illness are offered the second Friday of each month from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Beaufort Medical Plaza, Room 350, Beaufort. Family Support groups for caregivers are available the third Monday of every month from 7 to 8 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church on Lady’s Island. For more information, call 843-681-2200 or nami@hargray.com.
YMCA seeks volunteers for boating program
The YMCA of Beaufort County, located at 1801 Richmond Ave. in Port Royal, is actively seeking volunteers to assist with its new youth/teen boating program, set to launch this summer. The partnership between the YMCA and the Spirit of America Foundation, America’s Premier Youth Boating Education Program, will introduce young people to several different types and sizes of watercraft and water based activities, all of which nurture responsible behavior. This partnership is unique to the Beaufort YMCA branch and will play a vital role in ensuring the safety of the area’s youth around waterways. Interested parties should contact YMCA Boating Director Paul Spencer at boatingymca@gmail.com or 843-5229622. The YMCA seeks volunteers with experience/availability in one or more of these areas: Sailing, kayak, canoe, stand up paddleboard, motor boat; Experience and/ or willingness to instruct seventh through 10th grade students in one of the above disciplines (both classroom and on water); Available between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. on selected days; CPR/First Aid desired.
Democratic club to hold anniversary celebration
Former S.C. Legislative Black Caucus Chairman Jerry N. Govan, Jr. will be the keynote speaker for the Northern Beaufort County Democratic Club’s 11th Anniversary Celebration on Saturday, May 31. The event will be from 2 to 4 p.m. at Beaufort’s historic Grand Army Hall, 706 Newcastle St. It’s free and open to the public. Govan has represented Orangeburg’s House District 95 since 1992 and is currently a candidate for S.C. Superintendent of Education in the June 10 Democratic Primary. Long-time club Treasurer Ted Humphrey will receive the club’s first Sam Svalina — Lawrence “Baby” Washington Distinguished Community Service Award. To reserve a seat, contact NBCDC President Theresa White at 597-2482, or NBCDC Second Vice President Rev. Charlie Pearson at 843263-5909.
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FURNITURE
MAMASFURNITURE.COM Mattress Outlet
Air conditioning Tel. 843-322-0018
• Cool Gel • Memory Foam • Innerspring New Solid Wood King Bed $199
Beaufort Air Conditioning and Heating, LLC
John C. Haynie President 843-524-0996 www.beaufortairconditioning.com
Over 100,000 satisfied customers
antiques & consignment
hair stylists
The Collectors Antique Mall
Lime Lite Salon
Alyson Boggess, stylist A True Balance of Substance & Style 843-379-5463 612 Carteret Street www.limelitesalon.net
Jane Tarrance Furniture, Glassware, Collectibles 843524-2769 102 C Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island Center Beaufort, South Carolina 29907
INSURANCE
For All Your Insurance Needs
Consignment Gallery & Estate Sales Of Beaufort
Amy Bowman phone: (843) 524-7531
We handle deceased and living Estate Sales. Store full of Furniture/ Accessories/ Gifts Consignment 60% to you 1013 Charles Street, Beaufort, SC 843-812-8899 ask for Kathy Hours: Tues-Sat 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For All Your Insurance Needs Andy Corriveau phone: (843) 524-1717
Robbie Holmquist
robbieh@tiasc.biz Turbeville Insurance Agency 33 Professional Village Circle Beaufort, SC 29907 843.524.4500 ext 310 843.812.7148
Attorney
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
LAWN CARE
Lawn Solutions Jim Colman 843-522-9578
www.lawnsolutions.us Design, Installation, Maintenance
auction/estate sales
Gallery 95 Auction
PEST CONTROL
24022 Whyte Hardee Blvd. Hardeeville, SC 29927 843-784-5006 www.gallery95auction.com for complete auction schedule/catalogs Always accepting your quality consignments from one item to an entire estate. Buying Gold and Silver
Collins Pest Control
Tommy Collins 843-524-5544 Complete Termite and Pest Control Residential, Commercial, Free Estimates, Licensed and Insured PEt grooming
CLEANING SERVICES
Furbulas Dog Grooming and Pet Sitting
Merry Maids
Bob Cunningham 522-2777 custsrv4632@merrymaids.net 829 Parris Is Gateway Beaufort, SC
Brittany Riedmayer 843-476-2989 • 843-522-3047 furbulasdoggrooming@hotmail.com • Member of National Dog Groomers Association of America. • Change your dog from Fabulous to Furbulas with a personal touch.
Speedy Clean
Residential & Commercial Services Licensed and Insured $25 Off Initial Cleaning (when you mention this ad) (843) 597-0581 speedycleantoo@yahoo.com
Broad Marsh Animal Hospital
A professional animal stylist with many years of experience, Sarah Ellis grooms all breeds, including cats. To reduce anxiety, we offer twilight sleep with medical supervision at no extra charge. Early drop offs and late pickups are not a problem. Boundary Street: 843-524-2224 843-524-0014
CONSTRUCTION
Chandler Trask Construction
Chandler Trask 843.321.9625 Chandlertraskconstruction@gmail.com ChandlerTraskConstruction.com
mobile home insurance
computer repair
Computer Forensics
843-271-2396 1400 Ribaut Road, Unit C • Data recovery and retrieval from any media: desktops, servers, laptops, tablets, PDAs • Retrieve deleted, erased or formatted business or personal files, emails, texts, pictures, etc. • 20 years of experience. Affordable and confidential
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John D. Polk Agency
Manufactured Housing Insurance 242 Robert Smalls Parkway, Beaufort, SC, 29906 John D. Polk: 843-524-3172, ext. 15 Leslie Lynam: 843-524-3172, ext. 14 Fax: 843-524-6928
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PHYSICIANS Randy Royal, MD- OBGYN and Pelvic Surgery
843-524-5455 www.wernerandroyal.com We’re now providing a new level of patient comfort.
PLUMBING
Lohr Plumbing, Inc.
Brett Doran Serving the Lowcountry for over 20 years. Service, New Construction, and Remodeling. (843) 522-8600 www.lohrplumbing.com
property management
Palmetto Shores
property managment
Lura Holman McIntosh, BIC Telephone: 843-525-1677 Website: www.palmettoshores.com PROPERTY MANAGEME Email: marshview@palmettoshores. com
realtor LURA HOLMAN McINTOSH Carolina Realty of the OFF Broker-In-Charge Lowcountry FAX E-Mail: lura@palmettoshores.com Bill Hatcher www.palmettoshores.com 843-521-7429 billhatchersells@gmail.com www.carolinarealtyotl.com “Selling the Lowcountry one dream at a time” Call me today for a free market analysis of your property.
ROOFING
DA Roofing Co.
Donnie Daughtry, Owner
Call us for ALL of your roofing needs. New Construction, Residential and Commercial, Shingles, Metal, Hot Tar & Hydrostop.
All repairs and new additions. FREE ESTIMATES 524-1325
tree service
Southern Tree Services of Beaufort, Inc. Ronnie Reiselt, Jr. P.O. Box 2293 Beaufort, SC 29901 843-522-9553 Office 843-522-2925 Fax
websites
Beaufort Mobile Website Design Paul Richardson 843-441-8213
beaufortwebsitedesign@gmail.com http://beaufortmobilewebsitedesign. com
zumba classes
GG’s Zumba Fit
www.ggmack.zumba.com ggzumbafit@gmail.com 843-473-8222 Held at TCL, 921 Ribaut Rd, Continuing Education Building 22
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