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COVERING BEAUFORT COUNTY

Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Director fired

By Delayna Earley The Island News Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Director Shannon Loper was terminated on Monday, Oct. 9, sources within the Beaufort County government told The Island News.

On Thursday, Oct. 5, Loper participated in a ribbon cutting for six new pickleball courts at Burton Wells Recreation Complex, before reportedly being placed on administrative leave.

Her termination comes just two

weeks after County Council approved the construction, after its completion, of an inclusive playground in Port Royal that Shannon Loper authorized, Loper despite not following the proper procurement procedure for the nearly $800,000 purchase.

She is also currently under investigation by the S.C. Ethics

Commission for allegedly using Beaufort County equipment to regrade her driveway in Bluffton.

In August 2022, Loper and the Parks and Recreation Department came under fire for their decision to make a summer camp using public facilities available only to the children of county employees instead of opening it up to the public.

Additionally, a memo written by Loper that was sent out to county employees told them that the

program is not open to the public and that the Parks and Recreation Department is doing their “best to disguise it.”

Loper was promoted to the Parks and Recreation Director position in 2016.

The Island News has attempted to confirm Loper’s termination by Beaufort County through official channels, but Public Information Officer Hannah Nichols said Tuesday she had not been made aware of Loper’s firing.

Editor’s note: In the interest of full disclosure, Delayna Earley’s husband interviewed for the Beaufort County Parks And Recreation Director position in 2016.

Delayna Earley lives in Beaufort with her husband, two children and Jack Russell. She formerly worked as a photojournalist for The Island Packet/ The Beaufort Gazette, as well as newspapers in Indiana and Virginia. She joined The Island News in 2022. She can be reached at delayna.theislandnews@gmail.com.

Walls suing Beaufort County

2023 BEAUFORT SHRIMP FESTIVAL

Treasurer attempting to maintain autonomy

Gishon of Food Savy in Bluffton turns over buns to be made into Shrimp-n-Grits “sliders” Saturday afternoon, Oct. 7 during the annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Bob Sofaly/The Island News FOR MORE COVERAGE OF THE BEAUFORT SHRIMP FESTIVAL, SEE PAGE A5.

Two former City Council members enter Beaufort mayoral race

By Delayna Earley The Island News The race for Beaufort’s mayor has attracted two candidates who are no strangers to the City of Beaufort’s political scene.

Former City Councilmen Phil Cromer and Mike Sutton have thrown their hats into the

mayoral race.

The first day for candidates to file was Friday and the filing period will remain open until Oct. 16.

Beaufort residents are voting for a new mayor one year earlier than expected after former mayor Stephen Murray resigned in mid-September.

The special election will be held on Dec. 12, and the new mayor will have one year in office before needing to run again.

Both Cromer and Sutton served two terms on City Council.

Cromer left City Council in December 2022 while Sutton served from 2006 to 2014.

Cromer decided to run because he believes that with his connections in the community, he will be able to cool the tensions between the local government and the members and organizations in the community that have

By Delayna Earley The Island News Maria Walls, in her capacity as Beaufort County Treasurer, has filed a lawsuit against Beaufort County to attempt to preserve the autonomy of her office from Beaufort County Administration.

In an open letter to Beaufort County citizens and in the lawsuit, which Maria was filed on Friday, Walls Oct. 6, 2023, Walls said that she has successfully fulfilled the role that she was elected to do while maintaining autonomy from the Administration.

“I am determined to defend your vote against an organization that shows a complete lack of ownership for the massive failure of leadership unfolding before us all,” Walls said in her letter.

Walls said in the letter, sent to The Island News on Friday morning, that filing the lawsuit is the only remaining option for her to “preserve the separation of powers” between her office and Beaufort County per the State Constitution.

SEE TREASURER PAGE A4

SEE RACE PAGE A8

READ THE LAWSUIT To read Beaufort County Treasurer Maria Walls lawsuit against Beaufort County, visit https://bit.ly/3rDdw3D

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Tim Scott meets and greets Beaufort County voters.

Eagles make it 15 straight vs. Battery Creek.

Board of Education upholds book review committees’ decisions.

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Dataw Island resident Mark Pritchard and his wife witnessed something that is probably a common occurrence but not necessarily commonly witnessed.

On Wednesday, Oct. 4, two adult bald eagles having a territorial dispute landed in his yard, where they continued to fight. Pritchard, who contacted Birds of Prey, watched and photographed for 90 minutes from less than 25 feet away. Then, in a matter of seconds, the two separated and were airborne. To submit a Lowcountry Life photo, you must be the photographer or have permission to submit the photo to be published in The Island News.

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VETERAN OF THE WEEK

Beaufort’s Michael Richardson, 74, joined the United Sates Army in Jacksonville, Fla., in 1967. After basic training and Jump School at Fort Benning, Ga., he trained as a personnel specialist at Fort Jackson. His first duty station was at Fort Bragg (now Fort Liberty) where he practiced airborne jumps. He then began a tour in Vietnam, first at Cam Ranh Bay and later Phan Rang, where he worked

with the engineers. While there he was awarded the Vietnam Cross of Gallantry and a Bronze Star.

He continued to serve in Vietnam for a second tour, this time at Bong Song on the central coast where he earned a Bronze Star with oak leaf cluster. In 1970 he was released from Active Duty and joined the Army Reserves. In 1975 he transferred to the South Carolina National Guard and be-

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commissioned. He served with the National Guard for 11 years in an armored cavalry unit in Beaufort, retiring in 1986. He retired from the State Police in 1997. He remains active and is a part-time missionary in Kenya.

– Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 207.

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gan a career with the South Carolina State Police.

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LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF APPLICATION Notice is hereby given that Willie Turral Food Services, intends to apply to the South Carolina Department of Revenue for a license and/or permit that will allow the sale and on premises consumption of beer, wine, and/or liquor at, 7 Dr. Martin Luther King Dr., St. Helena Island, SC 29920. To object to the issuance of this license and/or permit, you must submit Form ABL-20, postmarked no later than 10/26/2023. Submit protests online at MyDORWAY.dor.sc.dov, or email ABL@dor.sc.gov.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION Notice is hereby given that Glowcountry Mini Golf, LLC, intends to apply to the South Carolina Department of Revenue for a license and/or permit that will allow the sale and on premises consumption of beer and wine at 46 Robert Smalls Pkwy., Beaufort, SC 29906. Glowcountry Mini Golf has allowed patrons to BYOB since 2020 with no incidents. To object to the issuance of this license and/or permit, you must submit Form ABL-20, postmarked no later than 10/26/23. Submit protests online at MyDORWAY.dor.sc.dov, or email ABL@dor.sc.gov.

NOTICE OF DEFAULT AND INTENT TO SELL Name and address of Purchaser: SEE EXHIBIT A A fee simple undivided ownership interest (SEE EXHIBIT A) in the Project as tenants(s) in common with the holders of other undivided interests in and to the timeshare property known as MBV VACATION SUITES, as established by that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions and Vacation Ownership Instrument for MBV Vacation Suites, recorded at Book 3406, Pages 1312- 1365, et seq., of the records of the R.O.D. Office for Beaufort County, South Carolina, as amended or supplemented (the “Declaration”), having Interval Control Number (SEE EXHIBIT A). You are currently in default under certain provisions for the mortgage referenced in Exhibit A. The total amount presently delinquent, with Attorney fees and costs is listed below in Exhibit A. As provided for in paragraph 4. of the aforementioned mortgage, the lien-holder has chosen to proceed with a non-judicial foreclosure procedure in accordance with Article 3 of Chapter 32 of Title 27 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina.

PURSUANT TO SECTION 27-32-325, S.C. CODE ANN., 1976, AS AMENDED, YOU ARE HEREBY ADVISED OF THE FOLLOWING: IF YOU FAIL TO CURE THE DEFAULT OR TAKE OTHER APPROPRIATE ACTION WITH REGARD TO THIS MATTER WITHIN THIRTY CALENDAR DAYS AFTER RECEIPT OF THIS NOTICE, YOU WILL RISK LOSING YOUR INTEREST IN THIS TIMESHARE ESTATE THROUGH A NONJUDICIAL FORECLOSURE PROCEDURE. HOWEVER, UNDER THE NONJUDICIAL PROCEDURE, YOU WILL NOT BE SUBJECT TO A DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT OR PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED

EVEN IF THE SALE OF YOUR TIMESHARE ESTATE RESULTING FROM THE NONJUDICIAL FORECLOSURE IS INSUFFICIENT TO SATISFY THE AMOUNT OF THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED. YOU MAY OBJECT TO THE SALE OF YOUR TIMESHARE ESTATE THROUGH THE NONJUDICIAL FORECLOSURE PROCEDURE AND REQUIRE FORECLOSURE OF YOUR TIMESHARE INTEREST TO PROCEED THROUGH THE JUDICIAL PROCESS. AN OBJECTION MUST BE MADE IN WRITING AND RECEIVED BY THE TRUSTEE BEFORE THE END OF THE THIRTY-DAY TIME PERIOD. YOU MUST STATE THE REASON FOR YOUR OBJECTION AND INCLUDE YOUR ADDRESS ON THE WRITTEN OBJECTION. IN A JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING THAT RESULTS FROM YOUR OBJECTION, YOU MAY BE SUBJECT TO A DEFICIENCY JUDGMENT AND PERSONAL LIABILITY FOR THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED IF THE SALE OF YOUR TIMESHARE ESTATE RESULTING FROM THE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE IS INSUFFICIENT TO SATISFY THE AMOUNT OF THE LIEN BEING FORECLOSED. FURTHERMORE, YOU ALSO MAY BE SUBJECT TO A PERSONAL MONEY JUDGMENT FOR THE COSTS AND ATTORNEY’S FEES INCURRED BY THE LIENHOLDER IN THE JUDICIAL FORECLOSURE PROCEEDING IF THE COURT FINDS THAT THERE IS COMPLETE ABSENCE OF A JUSTIFIABLE ISSUE OF EITHER LAW OR FACT RAISED BY YOUR OBJECTIONS OR DEFENSES. YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO CURE YOUR DEFAULT AT ANY TIME BEFORE THE SALE OF YOUR TIMESHARE ESTATE,

BY PAYMENT OF ALL PAST DUE LOAN PAYMENTS OR ASSESSMENTS, ACCRUED INTEREST, LATE FEES, TAXES, AND ALL FEES AND COSTS INCURRED BY THE LIENHOLDER AND TRUSTEE, INCLUDING ATTORNEY’S FEES AND COSTS, IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEFAULT. Any response or inquiry should be made in writing to King Cunningham, LLC, Attn: Jeffrey W. King, Esq. who is serving as Trustee in this matter, at the following address: 1000 2nd Ave S, Ste 325, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29582.

EXHIBIT “A” Owner(s), Address, TS Interest, Interval Control No. (Unit, Week, OEB), Deed BK/PG, MTG BK/PG, Default Amount, Costs, Attorney Fee, Total Amount Due, Per Diem VERONICA BLACK KODZAI, 8127 IVY HOLLOW DR, CHARLOTTE, NC 28227-2438, 0.0073861610410129%, U1305W5E, 4180/2454, 4180/2459, $12,974.59, $108.53, $350, $13,324.59, $5.81.; JEROME GETER & ANGELA J. GETER, 119 MISTY FOREST WAY, PIEDMONT, SC 29673-9829, 0.0073861610410129%, U2607-W27O, 4230/47, 4230/52, $33,863.83, $108.53, $350, $34,213.83, $15.96.; ROSLYNN ROSS, 3 HENRIETTA ST, VALLEY STREAM, NY 115803120, 0.0073861610410129%, U2209-W7O, 4186/1857, 4186/1862, $13,225.25, $108.53, $350, $13,575.25, $7.20.

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1935: John M. Trask, Jr. is born in Wilmington, N.C., to John M. Trask Sr. and Flora Graham Trask. He worked in the family farming business on St. Helena Island, chartered First Carolina Bank and served as Associate Administrator for Finance and Investment in the Small Business Administration during the Carter Administration from 1977 to 1979. In 1971, he partnered with Marguerite Broz and Betty Waskiewicz to form the Beaufort County Open Land Trust.

October 17 2019: About 75 to 100 members of the groups Women For Trump and Engage The Right rally peacefully against each other in front of the office of U.S. Rep. Joe Cunningham (D-SC1). The

ness Hoju Tattoo, intends to apply to the South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control, (DHEC), for a permit to operate a tattooing studio at 5 Marina Blvd., Port Royal, SC 29935. To object to the issuance of this license and/or permit, you must submit your protest by, October 26, 2023, online at BHFL@dhec.sc.gov or by calling 803-545-4370.

NOTICE OF APPLICATION Notice is hereby given that Bluffton Youth Theatre intends to apply to the South Carolina Department of Revenue for a license and/or permit that will allow the sale and on premises consumption of beer, wine, and/or liquor at 1541 Fording Island Rd., Ste. 6, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. To object to the issuance of this license and/or permit, you must submit Form ABL20, postmarked no later than October 26, 2023. Submit protests online at MyDORWAY.dor.sc.gov, or email ABL@dor.sc.gov.

TRUSTEE'S NOTICE OF SALE Pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. §§ 27-32-300, et. seq., NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN of the intent of the undersigned Trustee, KING CUNNINGHAM, LLC, to sell the below described Properties at Public Auction to the highest bidders for cash on 10/26/2023 beginning at 9:30 A.M. The Public Auction shall occur at the Office of Bolchoz Law Firm, 6 Buckingham Plantation Rd, Ste B, Bluffton, SC 29910. Property Descriptions: A fee simple undivided interest (SEE EXHIBIT "A") in the Project as tenant(s) in common with the holders of other undivided interests in and to the timeshare property known as MBV VACATION SUITES, as established in that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions and Vacation Ownership Instrument for MBV Vacation Suites, recorded at Book 3406, Pages 1312-1365, et seq., of the records of the R.O.D. Office for Beaufort County, South Carolina, as amended or supplemented (the “Declaration”), having Interval Control Number (SEE EXHIBIT "A"). The names and notice address of the obligor(s), record owner(s) of the timeshare estate (if different from the obligor(s), and junior interest or lienholder(s) (if applicable) (hereinafter referred to as “Obligors”) are identified in Exhibit “A”. The sale of the Properties is to satisfy the defaults in payment by the Obligors of the obligations secured by those certain Mortgages to HHI Development, LLC as recorded in the records of Beaufort County, South Carolina and detailed in Exhibit “A”. The amounts secured by the MORTGAGES, including accrued interest and late charges now owing along with a per diem amount to account for further accrual of interest and late charges are detailed in Exhibit “A”, together with any and all additional principal, interest, costs coming due and payable hereafter. The successful bidders shall be required to pay, in cash or certified funds, at the time of the bid, unless the successful bidder is the Creditor, which shall reserve a credit against its bid for the Total Owing as set forth in Exhibit “A”. The successful bidders shall also be required to pay for Deed Preparation, Documentary Stamps, or transfer fee,

and Recording Costs. This sale is subject to all taxes, liens, easements, encumbrances, assessments, and/or senior mortgage liens of record and the undersigned Trustee gives no opinion thereto. An Obligor has the right to cure the default, and a Junior Lienholder has the right to redeem its interest up to the date of that the Trustee issues the Certificate of Sale pursuant to S.C. Code Ann. § 27-32-345. KING CUNNINGHAM, LLC, Trustee and Attorney for HHI Development, LLC, by Jeffrey W. King, SC Bar # 15840; or W. Joseph Cunningham, SC Bar # 72655, P.O. Box 4896, North Myrtle Beach, SC 29597, (843)-249-0777.

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EXHIBIT “A” – NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Owner(s), Address, TS Interest, TS Interval Control No., MTG BK/PG, Default Amount, Trustee’s Fee, Interest, Total Amount Due, Per Diem STACIE R. WARD 9004 S 51ST AVE, OAK LAWN, IL 60453, 0.0147723220820258%, U1411-W4B, 3586/1395, $11,941.48, $350, $664.55, $12,956.03, $3.37; JOSE ANTONIO DELEON & CHRISTY RENE DELEON 9030 SAFE HAVEN PL, SPRING HILL, TN 37174-1035, 0.0147723220820258%, U2209-W33B, 3941/2117, $32,075.83, $350, $675.19, $33,101.02, $13.63; JENNIFER ETTA GIBSON & JONATHAN DAVID GIBSON 2420 KEISER CT, TITUSVILLE, FL 32780, 0.0073861610410129%, U1206-W52O, 3917/306, $18,928.45, $350, $673.55, $19,952.00, $7.88; TERRY D. CARRIGAN & KAREN E. CARRIGAN 106 CORNELL DR, NORMAL, IL 61761-1919, 0.0073861610410129%, U1407-W38O, 4025/301, $19,274.72, $350, $673.55, $20,298.27, $8.87; MICHELE L. GREGORIUS&SEAN C. WILLIAMS 3030 MIDDLETOWN RD APT 5 H, BRONX, NY 10461-5366, 0.0147723220820258%, U2501-W26B, 4035/1048, $55,340.07, $350, $676.01, $56,366.08, $21.67; ASHLEY NICOLE SMITH 478 CEN OLY PK DR NW APT 202, ATLANTA, GA 30313, 0.0073861610410129%, U2401-W5O, 4223/2464, $16,085.95, $350, $675.19, $17,111.14, $7.61; DEE ANN MYERS & STEPHEN CHARLES HULL 2924 SOUTHWEST 16TH ST, LEES SUMMIT, MO 64081, 0.0147723220820258%, U1307-W46B, 3632/797, $16,447.86, $350, $222.55, $17,020.41, $5.54; WILLIAM EDWARD RUTHERFORD, JR. PO BOX 14, LA BELLE, PA 15450-0014, 0.0147723220820258%, U1102-W13B, 4215/563, $18,765.29, $350, $222.55, $19,337.84, $8.64; NORA PALMA & RAFAEL REYES 15240 NW 89TH AVE, HIALEAH, FL 33018-1373, 0.0073861610410129%, U1102-W24O, 4126/921, $27,441.67, $350, $222.98, $28,014.65, $11.14; ISAMAR TIRADO OLIVENCIA & LEYDEN GUERRERO OLMO 6271 NW 17TH CT, SUNRISE, FL 333134606, 0.0073861610410129%, U1502-W48O, 3632/353, $7,097.49, $350, $222.98, $7,670.47, $2.75;RODOLFO CHAVEZ & ROSARIO DOMINGUEZ CHAVEZ 509 LYNNE DR, GRAND PRAIRIE, TX 75052, 0.0147723220820258%, U2507W22B, 3858/2506, $37,746.92, $350, $222.98, $38,319.90, $12.67.

main topic of contention was the impeachment trial of President Donald Trump.

October 19 2019: Noted scientist, explorer and oceanographer Robert Ballard speaks at John Paul II Catholic School. Ballard is best known for discovering and exploring the wreckage of the RMS Titanic.

2019: Holy Trinity Classical Christian School sweeps the SCISA 1-A boys and girls cross country championships at Heathwood Hall in Columbia. Collin Dunham won the boys individual championship.

– Compiled by Mike McCombs

PAL PETS OF THE WEEK Cat of the Week: Coraline is as sweet as they come.

She never meets a stranger and takes no time at all to make herself at home.

Coraline may be in her golden years but she is as spry as a kitten. She loves to be anyone’s walking buddy, as long as pet stops are involved. Coraline is 10 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.

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Dog of the Week: Lloyd might be the happiest dog around. He is always found with a smile on his face and ready for adventure.

If he is not smiling and ready to go, he is napping on his back with a toy nearby. He is good with all other animals, and would not mind a friend in his home. Lloyd is 11 months old, neutered, up to date on vaccines and microchipped.

If you are interested in adopting Coraline, Lloyd, or any of our other pets, call our adoption center at 843-645-1725 or email us at info@ palmettoanimalleague. org to set up an appointment.

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Enjoy the Shrimp Festival?

Where did you park?

BEAUFORT oes the city of Beaufort really need a parking garage?

If you happened to be in the downtown area Friday or Saturday and tried to wind your way through any of the back streets — much less Bay Street where cars lined the south side of the road well past Beaufort Elementary — your response might be “you betcha!”

But think about it. It was First Friday which meant Bay Street businesses were open longer hours, it was the annual Shrimp Festival, the weather was beautiful and, face it, folks wanted to be outside.

Back to the parking garage question. Whether you happen to think the downtown area needs a parking garage or not, we’re apparently going to get one. The development group 303 Associates has begun infrastructure work on the 120-room hotel planned for the corner of Scott and Port Republic Street.

Part of the group’s development plans for the downtown district include a 500-space, three story parking garage at the corner of Craven, Charles and West streets. The developers initially wanted the city to partner with them to construct the facility, but then-Mayor Billy Keyserling nixed that idea and 303 Associates proceeded alone with their own money.

Of course, the parking garage will primarily be used by the patrons of 303 Associates’ Beaufort Inn, the Tabby Garden event

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space, the new hotel and the proposed 19-apartment complex at the corner of Port Republic and Charles Street.

This is to say, if the court challenges against the new hotel, the proposed apartment complex and the garage continue to go in favor of the developers and the city, which is also being sued for approving these projects.

In the meantime, while lawsuits work their way through the courts and infrastructure work continues in preparation for new structures, parking for festival events will still be something of an issue.

It’s Beaufort. Parking is something we complain about.

Timing of ethics complaint interesting for school bond referendum vote BEAUFORT – It’s somewhat interesting, if not suspicious, the timing of an ethics complaint recently filed last month against county School Superintendent Frank Rodriguez.

Interesting in that the school district, and its supporters are trying to prepare voters for a $439 million bond referendum question on next month’s ballot.

Part of the perceived support for the bond, which will be used to build new schools and improve the ones we have, is the popularity of Rodriguez.

Superintendent of the district since 2019, Rodriguez is said to be popular with his employees and the public. He was recently invited to Washington, D.C., to meet with Congressional representatives about programs designed to help students recover academically after the COVID shutdowns.

The Hilton Head Island resident who filed the complaint with the S.C. Ethics Commission claimed the Superintendent used school district funds to finance the campaign for the referendum.

We can only wonder whether this allegation will be resolved prior to the November 7 election day or whether it will influence the outcome of the vote. It’s more likely the outcome would be influenced by adults who have children in the public school and whether, one, they think the improvements are needed, and two, they show up to vote.

The ‘Dude’ Lebowski would not like our lack of bowling alleys BEAUFORT – Recent activity at the former Community Bowling Center on Ribaut Road prompted on-line comments about why there’s no bowling lanes for the public in this part of the County.

The former owners of the property Love House Ministries which closed the lanes in 2021 said the impact of COVID was

Cars parked along Bay Street on the bluff this past weekend during the Beaufort Shrimp Festival. Lolita Huckaby/The Island News just too much for the financially strained business to continue.

They tried to keep it open for eight years, adding a laser tag room in an effort to increase business.

There are bowling alleys available to the public at MCAS Beaufort and MCRD Parris Island but the lanes on Ribaut Road hosted birthday parties and provided family entertainment for almost 60 years before being stripped to make way for what is reported to be a retail operation.

The bowling center closed two years later after the only public movie theater, the Plaza, closed after 44 years in business. The demolition of the movie theater, which eventually became the Publix grocery store parking lot, left the community — home of the Beaufort International Film Festival — without a public movie theater.

So much for bowling and movie-going. At least we still have one of the South’s remaining drive-in theaters!

Do It for You,

One more thing…

BEAUFORT – Last week was National Newspaper Week and, as a point of personal privilege, this columnist must tip her hat to Jeff and Margaret Evans, owners of The Island News Publishing LLC, Editor-in-Chief Mike McCombs and the rest of the staff and columnists who believe in the power of newspapers and the importance of an informed community.

The Beaufort Gazette, which once was considered the newspaper of record as one of the oldest newspapers in South Carolina established in 1807, is essentially no more, having been quietly incorporated into the Island Packet, both owned by McClatchy Newspapers since 1990.

The building which housed the paper, its reporters, office managers and printing operation on Old Salem Road is about to be turned into a senior-citizens home.

While most now get their news online, there are still those who love the feel of newsprint with the smell of ink. It’s not unlike the feeling those of us who have been here for awhile feel about Beaufort and the Lowcountry.

You just want to protect it.

Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and newspaper columnist. In her former role as a reporter with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today and Beaufort Today, she prided herself in trying to stay neutral and unbiased.

As a columnist, these are her opinions. Her goal is to be factual but opinionated, based on her own observations. Feel free to contact her at bftbay@gmail.com.

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NEWS Chamber hosting Port Royal Candidates Forum

Oh, look at all the pumpkins

Mark your calendar for October 16

By Mike McCombs The Island News The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring a Town of Port Royal Candidate Forum on Monday, Oct. 16, at Port Royal Elementary School, 1214 Paris Avenue.

Open to all and moderated by Jerry Chamber Ashmore President Ian Scott, the forum will feature Town Council candidates Jerry Ashmore and Jorge Guerrero Joe from 6 to DeVito 6:30 p.m., and then mayoral candidates Kevin Phillips and incumbent Joe DeVito from Jorge A. 6:30 to 7:30 Guerrero p.m.

A sh m o r e has filed to run for a third term on Town Council in the November 7 Kevin general elecPhillips tion, while Guerrero is a newcomer. There are just two open seats on Council, so barring a strange happening, Ashmore and Guerrero will face no opposition in their race.

In the race for mayor, Town Councilman Phillips is challenging DeVito.

For those who can’t attend, the event will be streamed on The County Channel, as well as Port Royal’s Facebook page.

Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.

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Carl Wallace, left, Rosanne Chisum and nearly 100 other volunteers formed a human chain to unload 5,000 pumpkins weighing 42,300 pounds Sunday afternoon, Oct. 8 at Carteret Street United Methodist Church. This was the second tractor trailer load to arrive at the church. All proceeds will go help the church’s youth ministry. The pumpkins will be on sale seven days a week until they are gone. Bob Sofaly/The Island News

Reconstruction Era National Historical Park to host screening of ‘To Live as Free Men’

From staff reports The Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, in partnership with Penn Center, is hosting a free screening of the documentary “To Live as Free Men” at 6 p.m., Tuesday Oct. 17 at 6 p.m. at Darrah Hall at the Penn Center National Historic Landmark District.

In 1942, Penn School celebrated its 80th anniversary as a school on St. Helena Island. That fall, to both raise awareness and funds for the school, Penn School Trustee John Silver and Hathen Productions released a 40-minute-long documentary on the history of Penn School entitled “To Live as Free Men.” The documentary, most of it shot in color and featuring students, faculty, and community

members, captures life around both the campus and St. Helena Island, including services inside Brick Baptist Church. Today this film is preserved and available to the public through the Library of Congress.

After the screening, community members who are Penn School alumni or connected to the Penn School community will be given an opportunity to share their reactions and memories.

For more information about Reconstruction Era National Historical Park, visit www.nps.gov/ reer or follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ReconstructionNPS. And for more information about the Penn Center, visit www.penncenter.com.

tion consistent with the pay that county employees receive for working during a disaster.

The County Administration also allegedly asserted that the Office of the Treasurer needs to receive written approval from the County Administrator or County Council to hire attorneys to represent the Office of the Treasurer against County Administration.

In her open letter, Walls states that she plans to defend Beaufort County citizens’ vote, citing twice in the past 11 years when taxpayers have voted to decide that the Treasurer’s Office should maintain its autonomy from Beaufort County Administration.

“I expect the County’s retaliation to continue,” Walls said in the letter. “I expect false and misleading accusations to be made about me, the Treasurer’s Office, or others who are striving to bring sunlight to the darkness that has become Beaufort County’s culture.”

Walls calls on citizens to use their voice and engage in Beaufort County government by speaking during public meetings, writing letters to the editor of the local newspapers and voting at the ballot box.

Beaufort County Public Information Officer Hannah Nichols said Tuesday in an email that the County does not comment on pending litigation.

In the lawsuit, the County is accused of deviating “from its regular budgeting process for fiscal year 2022 to 2023.”

“Unknown employees of the County” changed and altered funding requests submitted by the Treasurer by replacing funding requests with arbitrary amounts without her knowledge and then presented the modified requests to the Beaufort County Council, all while claiming that the modified documents were authored by the Treasurer’s office.

The suit also alleges that under former County Administrator Eric Greenway’s leadership, the County began interfering with the Treasurer’s management of their personnel by directing high level administrative staff to stop interacting and communicating with the Treasurer, refusing to classify employees of the Treasurer’s office as directed and claiming that the County Administrator possessed the authority to direct the Treasurer’s budget by making decisions about Treasurer’s office employee compensation.

According to the lawsuit, the situation did not improve after Greenway was placed on administrative leave, when John Robinson was appointed to Interim County Delayna Earley lives in Beaufort with her Administrator. husband, two children and Jack Russell. She formerly worked as a photojournalist for The Walls alleges that the County refused to pay Treasurer’s office Island Packet/The Beaufort Gazette, as well as employees who worked through newspapers in Indiana and Virginia. She can be Tropical Storm Idalia compensa- reached at delayna.theislandnews@gmail.com.

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This image from "To Live as Free Men" shows young students in a classroom at Penn School. Penn Center/Library of Congress

October 6, 2023 An Open Letter to the Citizens of Beaufort County: You are needed more than ever.

I have always believed that no matter what was happening to me, you deserved my best as your Treasurer.

Through fear, anxiety and unimaginable circumstances, I delivered outstanding results because that is what you deserve from your elected officials.

Outstanding should not be the exception in government, it should be the rule.

In 2020, I and other women filed lawsuits against Beaufort County and ex-Auditor Jim Beckert for the harassment and hostile environment we endured. Despite this pending litigation, members of the County and I managed to work together productively until April of this year when mediation between the parties failed.

Since then, the County has retaliated, making a concerted effort to interfere with and impede my ability to continue serving you successfully. Administration prohibited staff from speaking or interacting with me and made threats to withdraw vital services from our team if I did not conform and fall in line with their now defunct administration. Most recently, Administration attempted to assert control over the Treasurer’s Office, preventing our Office from hiring and compensating employees in a manner that is appropriate and necessary to retain them and serve you.

Since 2017, Beaufort County has had 7 different County Administrators. Throughout my years of service, never has an elected County Council shifted such a significant amount of power to the unelected bureaucrat they hired.

Members of Administration and County Council were aware of my concerns for months before the public comments I made at a meeting of Beaufort County Council on May 22, 2023 (Video 1, Video 2). I emailed multiple times, called Council members on more than one occasion, and sent certified letters.

Numerous attempts were made and every possible avenue was taken to avoid the judicial process but my efforts were met with resistance at every turn. The County refused and neglected to address these concerns and continued encroaching on the checks and balances you have demanded.

When I joined the Treasurer’s Office 12 years ago, it was in the aftermath of a massive fraud, and in a crisis of public trust and utter dysfunction. Within a year, I had restored our operations and internal controls, passed every test from the County’s external auditors, and regained the public’s trust in the Treasurer’s Office.

As a result, you voted by a landslide in 2012 and then again in 2021, unequivocally deciding that your Treasurer’s Office should maintain its autonomy from Administration. I am determined to defend your vote against an organization that shows a complete lack of ownership for the massive failure of leadership unfolding before us all.

On October 6, 2023, a lawsuit was filed against Beaufort County; the only remaining option if we are to preserve the separation of powers our State Constitution intended and your vote demanded.

I expect the County’s retaliation to continue. I expect false and misleading accusations to be made about me, the Treasurer’s Office, or others who are striving to bring sunlight to the darkness that has become Beaufort County’s culture.

Although outranked and, possibly, outnumbered, there are still good people in Beaufort County Government trying to provide the kind of ethical and outstanding organization you deserve but they cannot do it without you.

They need your voice.

When whistleblowers are marginalized, you are needed. When victims are retaliated against, you are needed.

When unethical acts are swept under the rug, you are needed. When egos create dysfunction, you are needed. When government services are destructive, you are needed.

Without your engagement and voice, your involvement in public meetings, your letters to the editor, or your votes at the ballot box, Beaufort County will never become what we are capable of.

In unwavering service, Maria Walls, CPA Beaufort County Treasurer

NEWS

Another Shrimp Festival comes and goes

By Delayna Earley The Island News Shrimp lovers descended on downtown Beaufort on Friday, Oct. 6 and Saturday, Oct 7, to partake in the 29th Annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival.

Ashley Brandon, City of Beaufort Downtown Manager and Events Coordinator, said that they are still waiting on the final numbers, but they expect that more than 12,000 people attended the festival over the weekend.

According to Brandon, the Beaufort Shrimp Festival does not change much from year to year because Beaufortonians are not big on change, but they do try to listen to feedback provided by festival goers from previous years when selecting the musical acts and food vendors.

“This year we had Mother Smokin’ Good BBQ to add some variety, not everyone likes seafood,” Brandon said.

The festival also featured a Kids Corner, which Brandon said was a new addition.

More than 50 vendors participated in the Art and Craft Market and there were numerous food and desert vendors.

Brandon estimated that food vendors sold thousands of pounds of shrimp during the festival.

The festival is held each year to celebrate shrimp season.

There are two shrimp seasons in South Carlina – the first one runs from May through August. when smaller, brown shrimp are harvested and the second one runs from September to December, when the white shrimp are harvested.

Planning for the 30th Annual Shrimp Festival is already under way, and next year’s festival is expected to be held on Oct. 4 and 5.

Delayna Earley lives in Beaufort with her husband, two children and Jack Russell. She formerly worked as a photojournalist for The Island Packet/The Beaufort Gazette, as well as newspapers in Indiana and Virginia. She can be reached at delayna.theislandnews@gmail.com.

Some of the thousands of people attending the annual Shrimp Festival on Saturday, Oct. 7 at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. Many patrons had to walk in from up to three blocks away. None seemed to mind the walk once they arrived and feasted on fresh shrimp. Bob Sofaly/The Island News

Melena Reaves, foreground, portions out freshly boiled shrimp for a customer. Lora Wasiclewski, in background, Rick Hubbard shows children how to play “air guitar” to Jump, Jive and Jam during the annual Beaufort Shrimp Festival on Saturday, Oct. 7 at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park. will finish filling out the order before the shrimp have a Afterward, each child received a free kazoo for participating. Bob Sofaly/The Island News chance to cool off. Bob Sofaly/The Island News

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22-year-old man wanted in connection to June Boundary Street murder

By Mike McCombs The Island News City of Beaufort Police investigators believe they know who killed 24-year-old Jaquavious Bakari Washington after a party June 10 at a Boundary Street hotel.

Investigators obtained warrants for Trevaughn Eugene Hipp, 22, who is wanted on charges of Murder, Discharging a Firearm Into a Vehicle and Possession of a Weapon During a Violent Crime.

Law enforcement is actively searching for Hipp.

According to the Beaufort Police Department, he is known to frequent the

Grays Hill area.

The public is advised not to approach Hipp, who is considered armed and dangerous.

The investigation revealed that an argument at a party Friday night, June 10, resulted in the shooting death of Washington of Hardeeville.

At approximately 11:05 p.m., officers responded to a shooting incident at the Quality Inn At Town Center at 2001 Boundary Street, where a party was being held when an argument ensued between two of the attendees.

According to witness- to shoot the victim several vehicle and left the hotel, es, the suspect threatened times. The victim got in his striking a pedestrian. The

pedestrian suffered minor injuries and refused medical treatment.

According to police, the suspect then started shooting at the victim’s car. Several rounds hit the vehicle, and it became stuck on an island in the parking lot. The victim got out of the vehicle and ran, the suspect followed the victim and continued to shoot at him. The victim died of multiple gunshot wounds and the suspect fled on foot.

Officers from multiple jurisdictions responded and immediately secured the area.

The suspect was known to the victim and witnesses pro-

vided additional information.

During the investigation, the City of Beaufort Police identified several “persons of interest” and interviewed at least one.

If you encounter Hipp, call 9-1-1 immediately. Anyone who may have information about this incident or information on Hipp’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact Investigator Andersen at 843-322-7941, or the Anonymous Tip Line at 843322-7938. Reference case # 23B24199.

Mike McCombs is the editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.

Teen in custody in connection to Lady’s Island shooting From staff reports According to the An 18-year-old St. Helena man Beaufort County is in custody in connection with Sheriff’s Office a shooting on Lady’s Island on (BCSO), Williams’ Thursday night, Oct. 5. charges stem James Jabbar Williams, Jr., 18, from a shooting is in custody and charged with at- Williams, Jr. at Tiger Express, tempted murder and possession 375 Sea Island of a weapon during the commis- Parkway, Lady’s Island, SC that left a 50-year-old man suffersion of a violent crime.

NEWS BRIEFS

BSDC’s October meeting

The Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s October meeting will be held Thursday, Oct. 12 at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. The social begins at 6:30 p.m., and the meeting will start at 7.

Well known SCDNR Captain of the Silver Cresent (Research Vessel) will present on winter shoreline fishing. He will discuss rod and reel set ups, baits of choice, and safe locations for shoreline fishing.

Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply, Butler Marine, and Danny Walsh and the Achurch Real Estate Group again are the monthly $50 drawing sponsors. Remember to weigh in your favorite catch at the Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply at 1734 Ribaut Road, Port Royal during regular hours. Congratulations to Debra Norwood, last month's winner. Winners must be present at the next month’s meeting to receive the cash award.

For additional information, please contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.

Free shredding event

The Beaufort County Public Works Department of Solid Waste and Recycling has organized a secure document shredding event for County residents on Saturday, Oct. 14. The event will be held from 9 a.m. until noon (or until truck containers are full) at 3050 River Ridge Drive, Bluffton.

Individuals will be limited to disposing of no more than two boxes, containers or bags.

• Bank statements, tax documents, medical records, credit card receipts, and any other documents that contain personal information will be accepted.

• Any types or colors of paper, file folders

ing from a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

At approximately 4:15 p.m., Thursday, deputies were dispatched to the Tiger Express for a gunshot victim. When they arrived, they found the man suffering from a gunshot wound to his thigh.

Deputies learned that a conflict

between the victim and Williams began while both were driving on Sea Island Parkway and one cut the other off in traffic.

Both vehicles pulled into the Tiger Express gas station where a verbal argument ensued. The argument then escalated to Williams shooting the victim.

Deputies quickly identified Wil-

ATAX grant applications from organizations in Beaufort County wishing to receive grants from the 2% state accommodations tax fund.

South Carolina law allows for a 2% tax levy on the rental of all transient accommodations to help provide financial support to promote tourism and fund tourism-related activities in municipalities and counties within the state.

As a result, individuals staying overnight in hotels, motels, inns, and vacation rentals pay 2% in addition to the statewide sales tax and any local sales and use tax applied to their lodging cost.

The current year application (2023/2024) is available online at https://bit.ly/3zzZLE4.

Applications will not be accepted or reviewed if received incomplete or after 5 p.m.

Beaufort Tea Party meeting on November 3.

Questions regarding the application proBeaufort County School District Supercess should be directed to Brycen Campbell intendent Frank Rodriguez and Chief Opat atax@bcgov.net. erations Officer Robert Oetting will be the guest speakers at the next Beaufort County Tea Party meeting from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Beaufort County Legislative Monday, Oct. 16 at AMVETS Post 70, 1831 Delegation invites Ribaut Road, Port Royal.

Rodriguez and Oetting are tasked with ex- applicants for Boards and plaining the $439 million school bond refer- Commissions vacancies endum on the November 7 ballot.

Beaufort County Legislative Delegation For more information, contact Beaufort Tea encourages qualified citizens who are willParty Chair Annie Ubelis at btp@islc.net. ing to serve on a board or commission to submit an application. All applicants must be a registered voter in Beaufort County to Halloween festivities at be considered for an appointment.

Waterfront Park set The following boards and commissions Are you ready for some scary good times? have legislative delegation-appointed vaThen put Saturday, Oct. 21, on your cal- cancies: endar and plan to bring the kiddies to the • South Carolina Commissioners for the Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, where Lower Coastal Area – Beaufort Marithe City will host a Halloween Celebration time beginning at 10 a.m. with trick-or-treating at • South Island Public Service District 12:30 p.m.

• Coastal Empire Community Mental DJ Donna Smith will be spinning the Health Center tunes. The kids will be able to play games • Lowcountry Area Resort and Island (with prizes), participate in crafts, and, of Tourism Commission course, go trick-or-treating!

The application can be found at https:// Sponsorships are still available. Please fill bit.ly/3I1iP0L. out the information in the Sponsor ApplicaAll applications must be received by the tion Packet at https://bit.ly/3F8uoSZ. close of business, Friday, Oct. 13.

For further information or to obtain an application, please contact the Beaufort County Council hosting a County Delegation Office at 843-255-2260 Community Council Chat County Council is hosting one remaining or email cmaxey@bcgov.net. or envelopes are acceptable. Staples or paper clips do not need to be removed.

• Binders, hard devices, folders, and non-paper items will not be accepted.

• Materials can be brought in two small boxes, containers or bags and will be emptied into roll carts for immediate shredding.

• Residents will be limited to two small boxes, containers or bags approximately 10"x12"x15."

Only residential quantities will be accepted. No materials from commercial businesses will be accepted. No electronics will be collected at this event.

For more information, visit www.beaufortcountysc.gov/recycle or contact Solid Waste and Recycling at 843-255-2736.

Community Council Chat – Tuesday, Oct. 24, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. in Council Chambers – for members of the public to get to know Council members and ask questions.

The chat is informal and registration is not required. There will be a sign up sheet for those interested in speaking however no minutes will be taken, the meetings will not be televised, nor will County staff be on premises. Council members are encouraging all members of the public to attend and ask questions on any topic of concern to them.

County Assessor hosting events for Quadrennial Property Reassessment

Beaufort County Assessor Ebony Sanders is hosting multiple community events at County Library Branches to allow the public an opportunity to meet with her staff and share questions and concerns regarding Quadrennial Reassessment Notices.

Each event will be from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m.

The dates are as follows:

October Friday, Oct. 13 – St. Helena Island Branch Library Monday, Oct. 16 – Bluffton Branch Library Monday, Oct. 23 – Hilton Head Island The Beaufort County Accommodations Branch Library Tax Board has begun accepting State Monday, Oct. 30 – Bluffton Branch Library

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liams as the person responsible for the shooting. He was located on Dulamo Road on Saint Helena Island shortly after 5 p.m. where he was detained.

As the investigation progressed, Williams was arrested and charged. He is incarcerated at the Beaufort County Detention Center.

November Tuesday, Nov. 7 – Lobeco Branch Library Thursday, Nov. 9 – St. Helena Branch Library Monday, Nov. 13 – Bluffton Branch Library Thursday, Nov. 16 – Hilton Head Island Branch Library December Tuesday, Dec. 5 – Lobeco Branch Library Wednesday, Dec. 6 – St. Helena Branch Library Wednesday, Dec. 13 – Bluffton Branch Library Thursday, Dec. 14 – Hilton Head Island Branch Library In the event of an unforeseeable change in the date, time, or location, the Assessor’s Office webpage will be updated to reflect rescheduling.

In the event of an unforeseeable change in the date, time, or location, the Assessor’s Office webpage will be updated to reflect rescheduling.

SCDNR seeks nominations for environmental award

The State of South Carolina is seeking nominations for an award to recognize individuals who are doing extraordinary work for the natural environment. Nominations will be accepted through October 24.

The S.C. Environmental Awareness Award, now in its 31st year, was established

by S.C. General Assembly during the 1992 legislative session to recognize outstanding contributions made toward the protection, conservation and improvement of South Carolina’s natural resources.

Each year the public is invited to submit nominations that are then reviewed by an awards committee. In judging nominees, the committee considers excellence in innovation, leadership and accomplishments that influence positive changes affecting the natural environment.

Members of the awards committee represent the S.C. Forestry Commission, S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control, S.C. Department of Natural Resources and the S.C. Sea Grant Consortium.

Nominees must be a South Carolina resident, possess upstanding moral character and exemplify extraordinary dedication to preserving and improving the environment and natural resources of South Carolina.

All nominations must include completed nomination forms as well as written responses to the information requests within the form. Completed nomination forms and materials should be emailed to stoneb@dnr. sc.gov no later than October 24.

Please contact Ben Stone at stoneb@dnr. sc.gov or 843-953-9062 for additional information.

The 2021 Environmental Awareness Award winner, James Frederick, was honored for his extraordinary work advocating for conservation of the state’s natural resources during his 33 years of service with Clemson University’s College of Agriculture, Forestry and Life Sciences.

View nomination forms and a list of previous winners at https://bit.ly/3PBA4JZ. – From staff reports

NEWS TIM SCOTT'S CAMPAIGN

place with roughly one-third of the voter support that Haley currently enjoys.

After his brief remarks, Scott opened the floor to questions, the first of which was asking how Scott would protect Social Security.

Scott's answer included a plan to reduce the country's debt and grow the job market, particularly in the energy, hi-tech manufacturing and innovation sectors.

"We are the most energy-rich country on the planet between oil, gas and even coal," Scott said, a remark that resonated with those in the room.

Building on that theme, Scott said the first thing he'd do if elected president is approve the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline, a plan that drew enthusiastic cheers.

His second priority also related to increasing domestic energy production. His third action, he said, would be the completion of a wall separating Mexico from the United States.

After hearing Scott, O'Brian was still not completely swayed to throw her support his way.

"It's going to be one of the two, either Nikki Haley or Tim Scott," she said. "I think they're good."

By Mike McCombs The Island News BLUFFTON – Beaufort’s Jane Culley made the cross-county drive with her friend to see Presidential hopeful U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., at the Corner Perk Brunch Café, where he spoke Friday, Oct. 6 to Beaufort County voters.

Culley, who lives in Spanish Point, grew up in Beaufort and lived “all over the place” before she and her husband retired from State Farm Insurance and retired to Beaufort in 2004.

Culley has known Scott for years, first meeting him at Republican functions years ago. Scott is definitely her guy in the 2024 Presidential Election.

“To me he cares about South Carolina. And if he cares about South Carolina, he’ll care about the whole country,” Culley said. “He’s a very smart man. And he takes care of everybody.”

When asked what her No. 1 priority in the race, she wasted no time answering, “the border.”

“The border is my No. 1 thing. We have to close the border,” Culley said. “It’s insane. The economy would be OK if the border was closed. That’s what I think.”

When asked if she might be a Donald Trump voter if he won the nomination, she didn’t consider it.

“Right now,” Culley said, “I’m a Tim Scott voter.”

Barbara Nielsen lives in Bluffton. She was the state’s Superintendent of Education from 1990 to 1998.

“I’ve known Tim for a long time. He is who he is. I have a lot of faith that he would carry through with what he talks about in his platform.

He is a man of integrity, and I think that’s what our country needs right now,” Neilsen said. “One of the things that he does is he brings people together. I’ve seen him do it.

Over and over and over. You have your different opinions, but he’s been able to reach consensus.”

If Scott doesn’t win the nomination, Nielsen wasn’t enthusiastic about supporting Trump.

“I think I’d be looking around,” she said. “I think we need someone, like I said, that’s dedicated to principles and bringing our country back together and is able to work with people, not disparage people.”

This article is published through The Post And Courier News Collaborative, a partnership created to inform readers across the state.

Mike McCombs is the editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.

U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-SC, address a crowd of more than 100 people packed into an upstairs room during a meet-and-greet Friday, Oct. 6 at the Corner Perk Brunch Cafe in Bluffton. Bob Sofaly/The Island News

Tim Scott meets and greets Beaufort County voters

By Tony Kukulich proach," Morris said. "He's a constiThe Post And Courier tutional Republican and believes in BLUFFTON — Presidential hope- the things I believe." ful U.S. Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., apWhile he admires Scott, Morris peared at the Corner Perk Brunch added that he's voted for Donald Café downtown on Friday, Oct. 6 to Trump twice and hopes to have the make his pitch for the Republican opportunity to do so again. nomination.

Despite the wilting heat in the Business in the coffee shop was room, Scott received an enthusiastic brisk in the hour before the event welcome as he entered, noting that was scheduled to start, but Heather it took him 45 minutes just to make Telinda, operations manager at the his way up the crowded stairway. coffee shop, said that despite apHe began by talking about the pearances, sales were a little off. flow of illegal immigrants across "I believe it's only because they've the country's southern border, while got refreshments upstairs," Telin- simultaneously taking a jab at Presda said. "I think they've got some ident Joe Biden. Immigration was a Chick-fil-A up there." topic he would return to frequently A call to Scott's campaign of- throughout his 20-minute spiel. fice confirmed the campaign spent Noting the recent move by Pres$2,250 on coffee, fruit and other ident Joe Biden to construct a wall food at the coffee shop. It wasn't along a portion of the border with clear if that included the bill for Mexico, Scott said it should have Chick-fil-A. been closed a long time ago and Sally O'Brien made the short trip credited pressure from Republicans from Hilton Head Island to help for prompting the action. clarify which candidate will get her "It wasn't the 70,000 Americans support. that have lost their lives to fentanyl "I'm kind of between Sen. Scott that made him get serious about the and Nikki Haley, so I wanted to hear border," Scott said. "It was blue state what he had to say today," O'Brien governors and their reelection that said. got them focused on doing the right Bluffton resident Ray Morris said thing for the American people." he liked Scott's political conservaScott limited his remarks to about tism and has heard him speak sever-FRIENDS three minutes during that time ofandthe al times before. didn't mention Trump, who holds "He's got a conservative ap-BEAUFORT a commanding LIBRARY polling lead in the ■ Beaufort Lobeco ■ St. Helena ■ Port Royal

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race for the Republican nomination.

He also didn't mention fellow Palmetto State candidate Haley.

Haley and Scott both went on the offensive against the other during the Sept. 27 debate among seven of the candidates vying for the Republican nomination.

The pair attacked each other directly — and repeatedly — during the last 20 minutes of the debate, discussing everything from Scott’s effectiveness in the Senate to an old story of spending on home décor during Haley’s tenure as U.N. ambassador.

A recent Winthrop University poll of Republican voters in the state showed Haley moving into second place here among candidates seeking the nomination. It's a distant second place behind Trump, who is supported by about half the state's GOP voters, according to the survey, but she overtook Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Scott is in fourth

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Firefighters graduate training, earn awards

After 11 weeks of fire academy training at the Burton Fire District’s training facility, Jonathan Aldana, Chad Bird, Joseph Calandra and Samuel Thomas have graduated the course and met the standards to receive nationally recognized firefighter credentials. Photo courtesy of Burton Fire District

From staff reports On Friday evening, Oct. 6, in front of family and friends, four local firefighters – three from the Burton Fire District and one from the Lady’s Island/St. Helena Fire District – graduated from their basic firefighter course held at the Burton Fire District.

After 11 weeks of fire academy training at the Burton Fire District’s training facility, Jonathan Aldana, Chad Bird, Joseph Calandra and Samuel Thomas have graduated the course and met the standards to receive nationally recognized firefighter

credentials.

Lady’s Island/St. Helena Fire District Firefighter Aldana was nominated by his fellow classmates and received the Pride of the Battalion Award, which is given to the student who continuously goes above and beyond in training and study both during classroom hours as well as after hours.

Burton Fire District Firefighter Thomas was chosen by the instructors to receive the Lee Walters Order of the Maltese Cross award. This award, named after Sheldon Fire District Assistant Fire Chief Lee Walters, who died

in the line of duty after suffering a medical emergency at a house fire, is given to the student who most exemplifies the ethos and ethics of the fire service.

Burton Fire District Firefighter Calandra received the John Oram Academic Achievement Award for the highest-grade point average throughout the training.

While all four firefighters will soon be reporting for duty and applying their new knowledge and skills responding to emergency calls, their training, including emergency medical training, will continue.

AutoNation Subaru hosting 2nd annual Mutt Mixer to benefit Palmetto Animal League

From staff reports Some of the Lowcountry’s cutest and most eligible dogs are looking to mingle at the second annual Mutt Mixer concert event supporting pet rescue from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 19 at AutoNation Subaru Hilton Head.

Guests can enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beverages, door prizes, live music by the bluegrass band Lowcountry Boil and, new this year, professional portraits of their dog with a minimum donation to Palmetto Animal League. As always, the party is “BYOD” (Bring Your Own Dog), as AutoNation Subaru Hilton Head is a dog-friendly dealership.

For those hoping to find their next great love at the event, feewaived pet adoptions will be available, made possible through a generous grant from the ASPCA

(American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).

“Last year’s event was a blast with many people coming out to support animal rescue and others hoping to make a connection with one of our adoptable dogs,” PAL President Amy Campanini said in a media release. “AutoNation Subaru Hilton Head’s Mutt Mixer provides our dogs with a fun night out of the adoption center and the possibility of find- Some of the Lowcountry’s cutest ing a forever home.” and most eligible dogs are looking to The first 100 people to arrive at mingle at the second annual Mutt the Mutt Mixer with a donation of Mixer concert event supporting pet pet supplies or cash, valued at $20 rescue on Thursday, Oct. 19 at or more, for PAL will receive a free AutoNation Subaru Hilton Head. event T-shirt.

Attendees may RSVP to be eligi- Submitted photo ble for door prizes at https://muttmixer2023.eventbrite.com.

As donate $100 to PAL for every dog another way to support PAL’s no or cat adopted in October.

Palmetto Animal League is a kill animal rescue programs, AutoNation Subaru Hilton Head will private, non-profit, no kill animal

Mutt Mixer guests can enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beverages, door prizes, live music by the bluegrass band Lowcountry Boil (pictured) and professional portraits of their dog with a minimum donation to Palmetto Animal League. Submitted photo rescue organization that believes every animal deserves a second chance at life. PAL’s Adoption Center, located in Okatie’s Riv-

erwalk Business Park, serves as a temporary residence for approximately 200 dogs and cats while they wait to find a loving home.

First Responder Food Drive under way

From staff reports Emergency response providers in Beaufort County have teamed up to collect nonperishable food items during the second annual Beaufort County First Responder Food Drive. The food drive, which runs through November 30, is geared towards ensuring food bank shelves are restocked ahead of the Christmas holiday.

Donations will be collected on December 1 and distributed to Bluffton Self Help and Help of Beaufort.

For those interested in donating non-perishable food items, donation boxes are located at various locations throughout Beaufort County. The participation locations and addresses include: • Beaufort County Administration Building, 100 Ribaut Road, Beaufort • Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office, 2001 Duke Street, Beaufort and 70 Shelter Cove Lane, Hilton Head Island

• Beaufort County EMS, 25 William Pope Road, Sun City • City of Beaufort, 1911 Boundary Street, Beaufort • Beaufort/Port Royal Fire Department, 1748 N Paris Avenue, Port Royal • Port Royal Police Department, 1748 N Paris Avenue, Port Royal • Town of Bluffton,20 Pritchard Street, Bluffton • Bluffton Police Department, 101 Progressive Street, Bluffton • Bluffton Township Fire District, 357 Fording Island Road, Bluffton and 31 Red Barn Drive, Bluffton • Lady’s Island-St. Helena Fire District, 146 Lady’s Island Drive, Beaufort • Fripp Island Fire Department, 289 Tarpon Boulevard, St. Helena Island • Burton Fire District, 2 Market, Beaufort • Sheldon Fire District, 5 Fire Station Lane, Sheldon

Beaufort County hosting event to recruit women to law enforcement

From staff reports Beaufort County will host a multi-agency Women in Law Enforcement Recruiting Event beginning at 9 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 28 at the Bluffton Police Department, 101 Progressive Street, Bluffton.

This effort is to ensure all county agencies with open positions can recruit quality candidates interested in the law enforcement profession.

Participating agencies include: • Beaufort Police Department • Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office

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• Bluffton Police Department • Port Royal Police Department • Yemassee Police Department Those interested in participating will have the opportunity to speak with participating agencies and complete the physical agility course, as well as a written test.

Testing starts at 9 a.m.

Participants are asked to wear athletic attire for the physical agility course and to bring a photo ID to the event.

Regsiter by visiting https://bit. ly/3ZN20zf.

A Halloween coincidence:

Ghost tours start Friday the 13th

From staff reports It’s time for the 2023 Ghost Tours, presented by CAPA and the Exchange Club of Beaufort.

Tours will run the last three weekends in October starting – appropriately – Friday, Oct. 13, and ending Sunday, Oct. 29 (Oct. 13-15; 20-22; 27-29).

Carriage Tours are $30 per adult and $20 per child,

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ages 3 to 11. Tours leave every 15 minutes beginning at 6:30 p.m. from the parking lot at 1006 Bay Street and last about 45 minutes.

Walking Tours are $20 a person for all ages. Tours leave every 20 minutes beginning at 7 p.m. from 611 Bay Street and last about one hour.

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Construction, which is a company that does historic restorations, that he has the ability to calm tensions and bring focus to the other issues that face Beaufort.

This is the third time that Sutton has run for mayor, most recently having lost the mayoral race to Stephen Murray in 2020.

Murray resigned on Sept. 15 citing the “he said, she said” dra-

ing to www.capabeaufort. org and clicking "Book a Ghost Tour” or go straight to https://bit.ly/3LVH6s6.

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ma and maintaining that the attacks were not worth his health, the health of his family nor his business.

Delayna Earley lives in Beaufort with her husband, two children and Jack Russell. She formerly worked as a photojournalist for The Island Packet/The Beaufort Gazette, as well as newspapers in Indiana and Virginia. She can be reached at delayna.theislandnews@gmail.com.

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Ray On My Mind – tribute to the great Ray Charles

From staff reports The USCB Center for the Arts is proud to present Ray On My Mind, a live concert celebrating the music and life of Ray Charles. The show will take place at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 20 at the USCB Center for the Arts.

Ray On My Mind is a musical journey through the life and career of Ray Charles, one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. The show features master pianist/ vocalist Kenny Brawner as Ray Charles, leading an 11-piece orchestra and three sultry vocalists (a la the Raelettees). The concert will include all of Ray

Charles’ biggest hits, such as “What'd I Say?” “I Got A Woman,” “Mess Around,” “Georgia On My Mind,” and more.

In addition to the music, Ray On My Mind will also feature monologues that depict how gospel, blues, jazz, and country influenced Ray Charles’ style. The show will also explore American social history, Ray Charles' epic battle with drugs, and his triumphant return home to Georgia.

Ray On My Mind is a must-see for any fan of Ray Charles or American music. The show is sure to be a night of unforgettable music and entertainment.

WANT TO GO? What: Ray on My Mind When: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 20 Where: USCB Center for the Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort Tickets: Tickets are $50 for adults, $45 for seniors and $30 for students.

Purchase tickets at USCBCenterForTheArts. com or https://bit. ly/3tt3z9t or call 843-5214145

Tickets for Ray On My Mind are on sale now and can be purchased online at USCBCenterForTheArts. com, https://bit.ly/3tt3z9t or by calling 843-521-4145.

Listen on the Lawn Series returns

Experience storyteller Daise’s Okra Stew, A Spooktacular Halloween

From staff reports USCB Center for the Arts presents the return of the Listen On The Lawn Series beginning at 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 15 with storyteller/author Natalie Daise. The author will be talking about her new book Okra Stew, a rhythmic, joyous picture book from the co-star of the hit Nickelodeon show “Gullah Gullah Island.” Nevermore Books will be providing books for sale and the author will host a signing.

The Listen on the Lawn Series continues at 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22, with The Foundry Aerial Arts Youth Team, who will entertain the audience with A Spooktacular Halloween. In this performance, the aerial dancers will utilize freestanding apparatuses to be suspended in the air while they perform their acrobatic feats to music.

Bring a chair or blanket and a picnic din-

ner or snacks and beverages if you like and come prepared to enjoy a beautiful afternoon under the oaks.

Both performances are free and open to the public.

For more information go to www.uscbcenterforthearts.com or call 843-521-4145. In case of inclimate weather, the performance will be moved into the CFA theatre.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS Options & References for a Healthier Life

Why and how do doctors use CBCs to diagnose and treat breast cancer?

A complete blood count (CBC) cannot detect breast cancer. However, doctors may order CBCs before and during cancer treatment to monitor a person’s health and help inform treatment decisions.

A CBC is a blood test that shows levels of the three basic types of blood cells—red blood cells (RBCs), white blood cells (WBCs), and platelets. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), doctors do not use by a low blood platelet CBCs or any other type of (BP) count. blood test to diagnose breast • Increased risk of incancer. However, a CBC test fections: Indicated by can give an indication of a a low white blood cell person’s overall health, which (WBC) count. can affect decisions involvMany cancer drugs can ing a person’s treatment. affect blood-forming cells inside the bone marrow, How CBCs are used leading to reduced blood before breast cancer cell counts. Doctors must treatment: therefore check whether inDoctors may perform a dividuals have preexisting CBC following a diagnosis issues with their blood cells, of breast cancer to help in- as this can impact decisions form decisions about cancer about the type of cancer treatment. treatment, when cancer According to the ACS, a treatment should begin, the CBC can offer insights into a treatment dosage and duraperson’s overall health. This tion, and the need for supcan help doctors determine portive treatments. whether certain cancer treatAccording to the ACS, a ments are suitable for a par- CBC is the most common ticular individual. lab test a person will have For example, a CBC can during their cancer treathelp to detect issues such as: ment. This is because can• Anemia: Indicated by cer and cancer treatments a low red blood cell can reduce the number of (RBC) count. red and white blood cells • Difficulties with and platelets. Doctors may bleeding: Indicated also order a blood test called

• no strong family history of breast cancer • no genetic mutation known to increase breast cancer risk, such as a BRCA gene • no chest radiation therapy before the age of 30

Screening for those at average risk:

a “blood chemistry panel” or “metabolic profile” to check organ function and electrolyte levels while a person is undergoing cancer treatment for breast cancer.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, doctors may use the following tests to detect and diagnose breast cancer: • Breast ultrasound: A handheld device that uses sound waves to visualize areas inside the breast.

• Diagnostic mammogram (DM): A mammogram uses X-rays to build up a detailed image of the breast. Doctors may recommend a DM following a screening mammogram (SM) if the SM shows signs of abnormalities.

• Breast magnetic resonance imaging (MRI): A breast MRI scanner uses strong magnets and radio waves to gen-

erate cross-sectional images of areas inside the breast.

• Biopsy: This procedure involves removing tissue or fluid from the breast and checking it under a microscope.

There are different kinds of biopsies, including: » fine-needle aspiration » core biopsy » open biopsy

Breast cancer screening:

Breast cancer screening is the most reliable way to detect breast cancer in its early stages. The ACS provides guidelines for individuals at average risk of breast cancer, as well as those at high risk of the disease.

Those with an average risk of developing breast cancer are those who meet all of the following criteria: • no personal history of breast cancer

The following screening recommendations are for females who are at average risk of developing breast cancer: • Age 40–44: Those in this age group have the option to choose yearly screening mammograms.

• Age 45–54: Those in this age group should receive yearly screening mammograms.

• Age 55 and older: These people can continue with yearly mammograms or can choose to have a mammogram every other year. Screening should continue as long as a person is in good health and expects to live at least 10 more years.

Screening for those at high risk:

Those with a high risk of developing breast cancer or who have a family history of breast cancer should receive yearly a mammogram and breast MRI starting from around the age of 30.

People should speak with

a doctor to discuss when they should start to get mammograms.

Summary:

A CBC cannot help doctors detect or diagnose breast cancer. However, doctors may order CBCs before and during cancer treatment to help assess a person’s overall health and inform decisions about their treatment.

Doctors typically use imaging tests or biopsy procedures to diagnose breast cancer.

Common imaging tests include breast ultrasound, breast MRI, and mammograms.

Regular breast screenings can help to detect breast cancer in its early stages when cancers are typically more treatable. A person can talk with their doctor about their individual breast cancer risk and arrange screenings accordingly.

Sources: Excerpted from the article https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/ articles/does-breast-cancer-showup-in-cbc?

Breast cancer. (n.d.).; https:// www.cancer.org/cancer/types/breastcancer.html Diagnosis. (n.d.).; https:// www.lls.org/lymphoma/hodgkinlymphoma/diagnosis How is breast cancer diagnosed?

(2023); https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/ breast/basic_info/diagnosis.htm Understanding your lab test results. (2021).; https://www. cancer.org/cancer/diagnosisstaging/tests/understanding-yourlab-test-results.html

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Why energy drinks aren’t good for kids

With their neon colors and flashy designs, energy drinks are oh-so-tempting to young eyes. So, when your tween is begging for a can or bottle of one and you’re tired of arguing, would it be the worst idea to cave and let them have one?

Pediatric dietitian Diana Schnee, MS, RD, CSP, LD of the Cleveland Clinic says it’s best to steer clear. “These drinks are marketed in a way that’s really appealing,” Schnee says.

“But they can be harmful to kids.”

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t have official guidelines about kids and caffeine. But pediatric experts say kids under the age of 12 should avoid caffeine, and those over 12 should limit it to no more than 100 milligrams (about two cans of cola) per day.

If your kids sometimes drink caffeinated soda or enjoy an iced latte at the coffee shop, you might think that energy drinks aren’t much different. Think again.

The American Academy of Pediatrics says that energy drinks, including “sports energy drinks”, should be totally off-limits to kids and adolescents.

Here’s something else that parents might not be aware of. Many energy drinks contain a variety of stimulants besides caffeine, including herbal supplements or other natural stimulants from plants. That all adds up to a serious case of bouncing off the walls.

Energy drinks and kids: health risks

What’s the harm in a little energy boost?

Energy drinks do more than make kids hyper. High amounts of caffeine can cause uncomfortable side effects and even harm a child’s health.

These problems include: • Sleep disruption • Jumpiness or restlessness • Increased anxiety • Mood swings

• High blood pressure with the basics: • Move more • Abnormal heart rhythms • Get plenty of sleep • Seizures • Eat balanced meals “Regularly consuming energy drinks puts • Take a multivitamin the body in an elevated state of stress,” Schnee • Drink enough water says. “Over time, that can affect children’s developing brains and cardiovascular systems.”

What age can you safely have energy Sugar-free, caffeine-free drinks? Schnee says there’s no age at which alternatives: she’d say energy drinks are A-OK. “I wouldn’t • Unsweetened, flavored seltzer water even recommend that adults drink them.” (like those flavored with fruit essences).

• Plain water infused with sliced lemons How to get more energy naturally or berries.

How do you handle a kid who really wants • Herbal teas (served hot or cold). to drink the stuff in the cool can? “Sit down Bottom line? Like buying your kids a pony and talk to them about it,” Schnee suggests. or letting them have ice cream for every “Ask why they want it. Is it because their meal, put energy drinks on your “not gonna friends are drinking it? Or do they feel like happen” list. End of discussion. “There are they have low energy?” better ways to get energy,” Schnee says.

If they complain of feeling sluggish, you can work together to find natural ways to Source: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/are-energydrinks-for-kids-a-good-idea/ give them a boost. Schnee suggests starting

Pumpkin packs a superfood punch

Pumpkins are fun at Halloween—but did you know they’re good for you too?

Beth Czerwony, RD, a registered dietitian at Cleveland Clinic, said pumpkin is a superfood that is low-fat, low-calorie, and packed with plenty of nutrients.

“It’s going to have more fiber, it’s going slowdown that rate of digestion, so it’s going to keep you fuller longer,” she said. “It’s also going to stabilize the blood sugars because when we have fluc-

tuations in our blood sugars that’s what causes those hunger cues to occur.”

Pumpkin is rich in potassium, which research suggests may help decrease blood pressure. In addition, pumpkin contains antioxidants, like vitamin C, which help promote healthy skin.

Speaking of skin, the orange skin of a pumpkin contains beta-carotene and when eaten, the body converts it to vitamin A. Vitamin A has anti-inflammato-

ry properties and enhances eye and immune health.

So, how do you carve out ways to add more pumpkin to your diet?

Czerwony recommends using canned pumpkin in breads, pancakes, or your favorite sauce. You can even puree pumpkin into hummus or grill it up as a side dish. And don’t forget to use the seeds.

“They’re going to have extra protein in them. They’re going to have potassium.

They’re going to have those extra vitamins just like the actual flesh itself,” she said.

“And what a great way to get extra fiber and how fun. Put in hot cereals, just have it as a snack itself.”

Czerwony said pumpkin seeds are high in zinc and vitamin E both nutrients have been shown to be beneficial for people with diabetes.

Source: October 9, 2023— ccnewsservice@ccf.org

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Good and bad foods for attention issues and brain health

By Dr. Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD Non-pharmacologic interventions can potentially improve cognitive function, sleep, and/or mood in people with attention-deficit/ hyperactive disorder (ADHD), post-concussion syndrome (PCS), or memory loss. Here are revealed some good foods and bad foods for the brain that could impact your attention issues.

• Eggs: High protein and vitamins B6 and B12; which are essential for the optimal functioning of neurons • Tomatoes: Contain lycopene— which increases blood flow to the brain

Bad Foods for Attention Issues:

• Avoid excessive sugar intake—limit sugary snacks and beverages. Sugar can literally injure neurons and their processes and increase inflammation in the brain • Avoid processed food. Limit Good Food to Boost foods that are high in additives Your Attention: • Focus on food which can inand artificial colors as they can crease levels of BDNF in the exacerbate ADHD symptoms brain. BDNF, Brain-Derived • Avoid junk food that is high Neurotrophic Factor, is like in trans-fats (such as donuts, a miracle grow for the brain; cookies, fried food, and chips). it helps with the maturation Intake of fast food with high of neurons, brain developtrans-fat contents is associated ment, and mental clarity. with atrophy in the brain and BDNF-boosting food include increases inflammation in omega-3 fatty acids, blueberthe gut and in the brain; imries, cocoa (dark chocolate), pairs the optimal functioning and grapes of neurons

• Dark chocolate (one serving a • Omega-3 fatty acids found in day): In addition to increasing fatty fish like salmon, sardines, BDNF levels, cocoa modulates and mackerel or from non-aniserotonin levels in brain areas mal sources such as flaxseeds, for better mood, attention, and walnuts, and algae. You can memory. Cocoa also improves also take them as supplements blood flow to the brain (1,000 mg of DHA + EPA is • Grapes: In addition to increasrecommended) ing BDNF levels, it contains • Blueberries: Considered one resveratrol—which helps to imof the best brain foods, in prove blood flow to the brain addition to increasing BDNF Other foods that are good for levels, they increase levels of anti-oxidant flavonoids— better memory and attention in which reduce inflammation the brain (without increasing BDNF) are in the brain

Dr. Fotuhi is a neurologist with expertise in the field of memory, concussion, and successful aging. Through his 30 years of teaching, clinical work, and neuroscience research at Harvard Medical School and Johns Hopkins, Dr. Majid Fotuhi has developed a multidisciplinary program for helping people of all ages improve their memory and attention. His innovative and effective "Brain Fitness Program" addresses lifestyle factors and cognitive stimulation. He has published the successful results of this program for patients with memory loss with aging, concussion, and ADHD in several scientific journals and three books including Boost Your Brain, the New Art and Science Behind Enhanced Brain Performance. Dr. Fotuhi received his doctorate degree in neuroscience from Johns Hopkins University in 1992 and his Medical Degree from Harvard Medical School in 1997. He serves as an adjunct professor at George Washington University.

Source: Dr. Majid Fotuhi, MD, PhD, Department of Psychological & Brain Science, George Washington University; https:// drfotuhi.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/ ADR220091.pdf

Dehydration – it’s more than being thirsty

Water is essential to good health. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs water to work properly. Water is essential for maintaining your body temperature; lubricating and cushioning your joints; and getting rid of waste through urination, perspiration, and bowel movements.

Dehydration occurs when you use or lose more fluid than you take in, and your body doesn't have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions. If you don't replace lost fluids, you will get dehydrated.

Thirst isn't always a reliable early indicator of the body's need for water. Many people don't feel thirsty until they're already dehydrated. That's why increasing water intake during hot weather or when you're ill is important.

Dehydration can lead to serious complications, including: • Heat injury. If you don't drink enough fluids when you're exercising vigorously and perspir-

Preventing dehydration

Eating plenty of fresh fruit can help prevent dehydration. ing heavily, you may end up with a heat injury (in any weather season), ranging in severity from mild heat cramps to heat exhaustion or potentially life-threatening heatstroke.

• Urinary and kidney problems. Prolonged or repeated bouts of dehydration can cause urinary tract infections, kidney stones and even kidney failure.

• Seizures. Electrolytes— such as potassium and sodium—help carry electrical signals from cell to cell. If your electro-

lytes are out of balance, the normal electrical messages can become mixed up, which can lead to involuntary muscle contractions and sometimes to a loss of consciousness.

• Low blood volume shock (hypovolemic shock). This is one of the most serious, and sometimes life-threatening, complications of dehydration. It occurs when low blood volume causes a drop in blood pressure and a drop in the amount of oxygen in your body.

We’ll get through this together.

such as milk, juice and herbal teas are composed mostly of water. Even caffeinated drinks—such as coffee and soda—can contribute to your daily water intake. But go easy on sugar-sweetened drinks. Regular soda, energy or sports drinks, and other sweet drinks usually contain a lot of added sugar, which may provide more calories than needed.

So how much fluid does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need? The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is: • About 15.5 cups of fluids a day for men.

• About 11.5 cups of fluids a day for women.

These recommendations cover fluids from water, other beverages, and food. About 20% of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest from drinks.

To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids and eat foods high in water, such as fruits and vegetables. For most healthy people, letting thirst be your guide is an adequate daily guideline.

Thirst isn't always a reliable indicator of hydration, though, because when you're thirsty, you already could be dehydrated.

But how much water do you need to drink every day? It's a simple question with no easy answer. Studies have produced varying recommendations over the years. The amount of water your body needs depends on many factors, including your health, how active you are and where you live.

You don't need to rely only on water to meet your fluid needs. What you eat also provides a significant portion.

For example, many fruits and vegetables, such as watermelon and spinach, are al- Treatment most 100% water by weight.

The only effective treatIn addition, beverages ment for dehydration is to

replace lost fluids and lost electrolytes. The best approach to dehydration treatment depends on your age, the severity of dehydration and its cause.

Most adults with mild to moderate dehydration from diarrhea, vomiting or fever can improve their condition by drinking more water or other liquids. Diarrhea may be worsened by full-strength fruit juice and soft drinks.

If you work or exercise outdoors during hot or humid weather, cool water is your best bet. Sports drinks containing electrolytes and a carbohydrate solution also may be helpful.

Children and adults who are severely dehydrated should be treated by emergency personnel arriving in an ambulance or in a hospital emergency room. Salts and fluids delivered intravenously are absorbed quickly and speed recovery.

Source: https://newsnetwork. mayoclinic.org/discussion/consumerhealth-dehydration-its-more-thanbeing-thirsty/

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Defending champs wear down BA

A Williamsburg ball carrier gets gang tackled by a flock of Beaufort Academy Eagles on Friday at BA’s Merrit Field. Despite their best efforts, the host Eagles lost to the Stallions, 26-13, and dropped to 6-2 overall.

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ed 40 yards and two touchdowns on 10 carries, as the Stallions held off a second-half challenge from the Eagles by keeping the ball moving on the ground.

Williamsburg led 13-0 at halftime and neither team scored in the third quarter before Jaxen Porter powered into the end zone to cut the margin to six with 10:14 left.

But the Stallions couldn’t be stopped.

Moore got away for a touchdown run to make it a two-score game again, but BA answered once more with the aid of a highlight-reel catch from Devin Fripp, who hauled in a deep ball with a spectacular grab then snagged an-

other pass from Dietrich Shuford and found his way into the end zone to again pull the Eagles within one score.

BA’s defense put the Stallions in a hole with a third-and-16, but Williamsburg converted, and Ward was back in the end zone a few plays later to seal the win.

BA (6-2, 1-1) travels to Thomas Heyward on Friday.

Justin Jarrett is the sports editor of The Island News and the founder of LowcoSports.com. He was the sports editor of the Island Packet and the Beaufort Gazette for 6½ years. He has a passion for sports and community journalism and a questionable sense of humor.

Eagles make it 15 straight vs. Creek

JPII routs HHP to snap skid LowcoSports.com After a historic win to start the season, things got bad — and then worse — for the John Paul II football team.

First the Golden Warriors lost do-everything star Christian Tilton to an injury, then got him back only to lose him again within a quarter, and wound up losing six straight games while an inexperienced supporting cast tried to grow up without their unquestioned leader.

It appears Tilton is all the way back, and that bodes well for the Golden Warriors, who routed Hilton Head Prep, 47-14, on Friday to end their six-game skid.

Tilton was the catalyst, as usual, rushing for 150 yards and two touchdowns on 15 carries and adding 95 yards and three touchdowns on 5-for-8 passing, along with a 78-yard kickoff return for a touchdown. Oh, and he made five tackles and had an interception on defense.

It wasn’t just Tilton who got in on the action against the winless Dolphins, though, as Brandyn Horton rushed for 85 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries, and Jackson Sanders, Connor Brown, and Alex Mercer were on the receiving end of touchdown passes.

Sebastian Slusne, Javier Jimenez, Daniel Synder, Ephrain Jimenez, and Lukas Yackley were among the leaders of a strong defensive effort from JPII. JPII (2-6, 1-2) travels to Northwood Academy for a key SCISA 3A matchup on Friday.

By Justin Jarrett LowcoSports.com A few weeks ago, the Beaufort Academy football team was loaded for bear — err, Stallion — and eagerly looking forward to a showdown with defending SCISA 2A champion Williamsburg Academy at Merritt Field.

The Eagles were still geared up for the challenge Friday night, but with a critical piece missing on both sides of the ball, they’re still retooling to make a run at the champs in November.

Diminutive speedster Camden Moore rushed for 192 yards and a touchdown on 24 carries, and bruising senior Teague Ward add-

Beaufort High's dominance over Battery Creek continues

By Justin Jarrett LowcoSports.com For a moment Friday night, Battery Creek had a chance to make things interesting, at least for a while longer. But the opportunity sailed right over the Dolphins’ heads.

Trailing 13-0 at Beaufort High, the winless Dolphins put together a sustained drive that reached the red zone before an errant snap over Damien Freeman’s head wound up in the Eagles’ arms. A couple plays later, Jadyn Andrews was in the end zone, and the rout was on, as Beaufort rolled to a 41-6 win to extend its winning streak against its crosstown rival to 15 games dating to 2003.

Andrews had a relatively light evening, rushing 11 times for 110 yards and three touchdowns to give him six straight games with at least 100 yards on the ground.

Xavier Tobias added 40 yards and a touchdown on seven carries, and Samari Bonds was an efficient 5-for-11 for 142 yards with touchdown passes to Amare Patterson and Jaemin Odom in the first half.

It was 27-0 at halftime and 41-0 before Freeman hit Juju Gordon on a deep pass up the left sideline to get the Dolphins on the board late in the third quarter.

Beaufort (5-3, 1-1) has a week off before hosting North Charleston. The Dolphins (0-8, 0-2) need a home win over Hanahan on Friday or undefeated Philip Simmons next week to avoid a winless campaign.

Beaufort High wide receiver Amare Patterson goes up for a pass against Battery Creek’s Jeremiah McEachin on Friday at Eagles Stadium. McEachin managed to break up the play and the pass was incomplete. The host Eagles went on to win the game, 41-6, and improved to 5-3. The struggling Dolphins are still searching or their first win of the season. Bob Sofaly/The Island News

Justin Jarrett is the sports editor of The Island News and the founder of LowcoSports. com. He was the sports editor of the Island Packet and the Beaufort Gazette for 6½ years.

He has a passion for sports and community journalism and a questionable sense of humor.

LOWCO FOOTBALL NOTEBOOK

Battery Creek alum earns SIAC volleyball honor

By Justin Jarrett LowcoSports.com A former Battery Creek volleyball standout playing at the next level picked up conference accolades last week.

Laiani McCullough, a junior at Fort Valley State University, was named the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Setter of the Week after collecting Laiani 99 assists, 12 kills, seven McCullough blocks, and 29 digs across

10 sets to guide the Wildcats to three wins, the last two against conference rivals.

McCullough recently surpassed 1,000 assists in her FVSU career.

USCB’s Mead wins 4th title

USCB Sand Sharks golfer Ashleigh Mead earned the fourth title of her collegiate career with a 5-over 218 and a four-shot win at the Patsy Rendleman Invitational in Salisbury, N.C., last week.

After posting a two rounds of even-par 71 on Monday, Mead got the job done with a

5-over 76 in Tuesday's final round to capture the individual title at the Country Club of Salisbury, fending off Anderson's Aly Francis by three strokes.

The Sand Sharks finished third among 11 teams.

JPII golfers compete at state

John Paul II’s debut girls golf season came to a close with a pair of golfers competing in the SCISA state meet at the Country Club of Orangeburg. Sofie Han-

nagan finished 12th and teammate Sydney Folscroft tied for 32nd to cap off the first season for the Golden Warriors. Hilton Head Prep captured its fifth consecutive title with Notre Dame commit Bridget Wilkie shooting 7 under par over 36 holes to win by 16 shots for her third straight individual crown.

Justin Jarrett is the sports editor of The Island News and the founder of LowcoSports.com. He was the sports editor of the Island Packet and the Beaufort Gazette for 6½ years. He has a passion for sports and community journalism and a questionable sense of humor.

EDUCATION

Board of Education upholds book review committees’ decisions

By Delayna Earley The Island News Beaufort County Board of Education met on Tuesday, Oct. 3, 2023, during their normally scheduled meeting and voted to uphold the decision of the September 13 book review committees.

Board member Angela Middleton put forth the motion that Beaufort County Board of Education “concur with the findings” of the book review committees and it passed 7 to 3, with Victor Ney, Rachel Wisnefski and Elizabeth Hey voting against.

The books in question are Damsel by Elana Arnold, Lea on the Offbeat by Becky Albertalli, Empire of Storms by Sarah J. Maas, Identical

by Ellen Hopkins, Oryx and Crake

by Margaret Atwood and Ramona Blue by Julie Murphy.

Two of the six books, Damsel and Leah on the Offbeat have been returned to library circulation

JPII Named to 2023 AP School Honor Roll From staff reports The College Board has named John Paul II Catholic School an Advanced Placement Program (AP) School Honor Roll platinum designee. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools that have done outstanding work to welcome more students into AP courses and support them on the path to college success.

“Platinum is the highest recognition level a school can achieve,” JPII President John McCarthy said in a news release. “It demonstrates our students are well prepared for rigorous college level work at the top universities across this country.”

Schools earn this recognition annually by developing an AP program that reflects a commitment to increasing college-going culture, providing opportunities for students to earn college credit, and maximizing college readiness.

“At JPII, we have worked diligently and with purpose to grow our AP availability,” Principal Heather Rembold said. “Our teachers, counselors, administrators, students, and parents should all celebrate this exciting achievement.”

This past May, 107 JPII students, representing 53% of the Grades 9 through 12 enrollment, took at least one AP exam. The total number of exams taken was 205, with 65% of the scores on these exams averaging 3 or higher out of a maximum score of 5.

Thirty-five of our test-takers in May were recognized as AP Scholars (19) with Honor (9) and with Distinction (4), AP Seminar & Research Certificates (4), and AP Capstone Diplomas (3).

Research shows students who take AP courses and exams are more likely to attend college and graduate on time. The students who enter four-year colleges with credit from AP accelerate their path to graduation and build confidence for college success.

And even for those who don’t earn college credit, AP coursework provides early exposure to college-level work and contributes to a college-going school culture.

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without any additional stipulations or restrictions.

The other four books have all been returned to library circulation for Grades 9 through 12 only.

Seventy-four of the 97 books that were removed from Beaufort County School District (BCSD) library shelves in October 2022 have been reviewed, and only four books have been removed following their review — Forever for a Year by B.T. Gottfried, Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult, It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover and The Haters by Jesse Andrews.

Once a book is banned, it is removed from BCSD circulation for five years. At that time, it can be re-reviewed to see if it can be returned to BCSD libraries.

Identical had previously been reviewed in May but was returned to the review process due to a split vote during the review committee meeting.

The next book review committee meeting was scheduled to be held on Wednesday, Oct. 11, 2023, at 5:45 p.m. and 11 committees were to meet.

The to be reviewed on October 11 are All Boys Aren’t Blue by George M. Johnson, Confess: A Novel by Colleen Hoover, Cool for the Summer by Dahlia Adler, Half of a Yellow Sun by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, Hopeless by Colleen Hoover, Kingdom of Ash by Sarah J. Maas, Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov, November 9 by Collene Hoover, Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson, The Duff by Kody Keplinger and Tower of Dawn by Sarah J. Maas.

Delayna Earley lives in Beaufort with her husband, two children and Jack Russell. She formerly worked as a photojournalist for The Island Packet/The Beaufort Gazette, as well as newspapers in Indiana and Virginia. She joined The Island News in 2022. She can be reached at delayna.theislandnews@gmail.com.

Illustration of books reviewed during the Sept. 13, 2023, book review committee meeting. Delayna Earley/The Island News

USCB students get helping hand

This year, 49 USC Beaufort students living in the Beaufort campus residence halls and 25 students living on the Bluffton campus received the university’s 1795 Scholarship, funded by local businessman Dick Stewart and 303 Associates of Beaufort. The scholarship is worth $1,000 per semester to help with the cost of housing. Stewart (seated, right) is pictured here with scholarship recipients and USCB Assistant Vice Chancellor of Development and Alumni Relations Tim Daniels. Photo courtesy of USCB

Applications open for Fripp Island Women’s Club scholarship

From staff reports Applications are open for the Fripp Island Women’s Club’s The Water is Wide Scholarship, established in honor of Pat Conroy and in partnership with the Pat Conroy Literary Center.

Over the past seven years, the Fripp Island Women’s Club (FIWC) has donated more $16,000 in scholarship money to 10

students studying at USC Beaufort (USCB) or the Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL).

Beaufort author Pat Conroy lived on Fripp Island, and one of his earliest books, The Water is Wide, captured his passion for education as a teacher on Daufuskie Island where the children lacked even the basic tools to learn. Con-

roy believed in equality for everyone and was a strong advocate of the importance of education then and throughout his life.

In keeping with his legacy, this award is up to $2,000 and is intended for any older adult who may not have had the opportunity to continue their education.

Eligibility requirements

include older adults who are returning to college to obtain a degree or technical certification and are/have: • Over the age of 21; • A resident of Beaufort County; • A United States citizen; and • A grade point average of 2.5 or higher.

Applications can be obtained at https://bit.

ly/46GqsEC. If pursuing a career at TCL, please also download the attached authorization form.

Deadline to forward the application and documents is Wednesday, Nov. 15, 2023.

Winners will also be invited with a guest to the annual FIWC spring luncheon.

Contact ftkamradt@ gmail.com for more information.

TCL to host enrollment events, job fair this fall

From staff reports The Technical College of the Lowcountry (TCL) will host two enrollment events and a job fair this fall.

First, TCL will hold a Culinary Enrollment Expo and Open House along with a Job Fair on Monday, Oct. 16, at the Culinary Institute of the South, 1 Venture Drive, Bluffton.

The Expo and Open House will be from 10 a.m. to noon and is open to anyone interested in learning more about TCL’s culinary arts, baking and hospitality programs.

TCL faculty and staff will be on hand and information on financial

aid and scholarships also will be available.

To learn more or RSVP for the expo, visit www.tcl.edu/culinary.

The job fair will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is open to job seekers interested in working in the culinary and hospitality industry and will feature more than 15 key employers from around the Lowcountry and beyond.

Both of these events are free and open to the public.

Then, in November, TCL will hold its main spring enrollment event.

The “Step In & Step Up Spring Enrollment Fair” will take place from 9

a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 4, on three of the college’s campuses.

This enrollment event is for new and returning students and will include financial aid information and one-on-one assistance with course planning and registration.

In addition, faculty and staff will share information about the college’s 60+ associate, diploma and certificate programs in: • Arts & Sciences • Building & Industrial • Business Management, Accounting & Administrative Office • Computers & Electronics

• Culinary Arts & Hospitality • Health Sciences • Education & Professional Studies • Law & Criminal Justice • University Transfer

The event will take place in MacLean Hall (Building 12) at TCL’s Beaufort Mather Campus, 921 Ribaut Road; at its New River Campus, 100 Community College Drive, Bluffton; and at its Hampton Campus, 54 Tech Circle, Varnville.

To learn more or RSVP, visit www.tcl.edu/stepin.

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County unveils new pickleball courts

From staff reports Beaufort County Parks and Recreation held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, Oct. 5 for eight new pickleball courts at the Burton Wells Recreation Complex.

"We are excited to continue with the master plan at Burton Wells by adding the eight pickleball courts,” Beaufort County Councilman Gerald Dawson said in a news release. “We know that recreation is an important part of everyday life, especially in the rural areas.”

The sport of pickleball has been is one of the fastest growing sports.

Construction on the pickleball courts began in March.

Beaufort County has opened eight new pickleball courts at Burton Wells Recreation Complex. Photo courtesy of Beaufort County OCTOBER 12–18, 2023

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WHAT’S HAPPENING CALENDAR Karaoke with Melissa 8 p.m. to midnight, Tuesdays, Highway 21 Bar, 3436 Trask Pkwy, Beaufort. Enjoy food and drinks during Karaoke with Melissa.

Sharing Hearts Support Group 5:30 to 7 p.m., second Tuesday of every month, 2201 Boundary Street, Suite 208, Beaufort. Free.

Come tell your 10-minute story of a life lesson or healing message using your own creative expression through a song, poetry, reading, art or verbal storytelling.

Come away with an uplifting sense of support and connections or to just listen. Register by leaving a voicemail with name, phone and number of attendees at 843-5256115 or send email to reneesutton@healthierhealing.com. Notification will be done of any location change due to seat requirements.

The Beaufort Shag Club 7 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays, AmVets Club, 1831 Ribaut Road Port Royal. We also host a Saturday evening dance the second Saturday of each month from 7 to 10 p.m. Interested in learning the Shag dance? Free lessons for members beginning in September through June. Visit our Facebook page; The Beaufort Shag Club.

Karaoke with Melissa 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Beaufort Moose Lodge, 350 Broad River Blvd, Beaufort. Enjoy food and drinks during Karaoke with Melissa.

Trivia with Mike – Fat Patties 7:30 p.m., Every Wednesday, Fat Patties, 831 Parris Island Gateway, Beaufort. Free. Team trivia event, win house cash prizes! For more information, visit https:// rb.gy/o9nhwe.

Eric’s Karaoke Krew 9:30 p.m., Wednesdays, Rosie O’Grady’s, 2127 Boundary Street, Suite 2, Beaufort. Free. Enjoy karaoke with either Parker or Eric.

Trivia with Mike – Bricks On Boundary 7:30 p.m., Every Thursday, Fat Patties, 1422 Boundary St, Beaufort. Free. Team trivia event, win house cash and Beer Bucket prizes! For more information, visit https://rb.gy/o9nhwe.

Eric’s Karaoke Krew 7 p.m., Thursdays, Amvets Post 70, 1831 Ribaut Road, Port Royal.

Free. Public is welcome. Enjoy Karaoke. Dinner will be available.

Bluffton Night Bazaar — a Lowcountry Made Market 5 to 8 p.m., first Thursday of each month, Burnt Church Distillery, 120 Bluffton Road. A highly curated selection of accessories, clothing, home goods, custom gifts and more by local artists and makers.

HIGHWAY 21 DRIVE-IN The movies scheduled for this week (Friday, Oct. 13 through Thursday, Oct. 19) at the Highway 21 Drive-In are Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour (NR, 6:45 p.m.) and Taylor Swift – The Eras Tour (NR, 9:45 p.m.) on Screen 1; The Exorcist Believer (R, 7:30 p.m.) and The Creator (PG-13, 9:20 p.m.) on Screen 2; Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (PG, 7:30 p.m.) and Haunted Mansion (PG-13, 9:05 p.m.) on Screen 3.

Online ticketing is available at hwy21drivein.com on the Now Playing page. Patrons are asked to arrive early on Friday and Saturday nights.

Gates open at 6:30 p.m.

“Our family at the Hwy. 21 drive in feel a responsibility to our community,” a statement from Highway 21 Drive-In management reads. “We are concerned about many things in these trying times and in making the right decisions. We are concerned with our employees, our patrons, our business, our community’s businesses, and the health and well-being of all.”

A reminder: no outside food or beverages can be brought into the drive-in.

Upcoming movies include The Hunger Games – The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes (November) and The Marvels (November).

mation, visit http://www.portroyalfarmersmarket.com/, visit @portroyalfarmersmarket on Facebook or call 843-295-0058.

Slip and Splash Saturdays 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturdays, Battery Creek Pool, 1 Blue Dolphin Drive, Beaufort, and Bluffton Pool, 55 Pritchard Street, Bluffton. $5 per person. Stay busy for hours climbing on our inflatable challenge track.

Eric’s Karaoke Krew 7 p.m., Saturdays, The Beaufort Moose Lodge, 350 Broad River Blvd., Beaufort. Free. Enjoy karaoke with Lt. Dan. Come early at 6 p.m. for Steak Night.

Eric’s Karaoke Krew 9:30 p.m., Saturdays, Rosie O’Grady’s, 2127 Boundary Street, Suite 2, Beaufort. Free. Enjoy karaoke with Eric.

Rooted Beaufort Yoga classes 5:30 to 6:45 p.m., Thursdays, Cypress Wetlands, Port Royal; 9 to 10:15 a.m., Whitehall Park or Pigeon Point Park. Rooted Beaufort is a collective of local Yoga teachers who host outdoor yoga classes and donation-based events with proceeds being donated locally on a rotating basis.

Teddy Bear Picnic Read-Aloud 9 a.m. to noon, 1st Saturday each month, Port Royal Farmer’s Market, Corner of Ribaut Road & Pinckney Blvd, Port Royal. Free.

DAYLO Students and other volunteers will read to young children, who are encouraged to bring their favorite stuffed animals. The next Reading is Saturday, Aug. 5.

Wet Willie's Trivia Night 7 to 10 p.m., every Thursday, Wet Willie's, Beaufort Town Center. Win awesome prizes while you sip the worlds greatest daiquiris and munch on delicious bites.

Karaoke with Melissa 8 p.m. to 12 a.m., 2nd and 4th Saturdays of every month, Peaceful Henry’s Cigar Bar, 181 Bluffton Rd, Bluffton. Enjoy food and drinks during Karaoke with Melissa.

TECHconnect 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., 3rd Thursday of each month, Beaufort Digital Corridor, 500 Carteret Street, Suite D, Beaufort. Free. The BDC's signature happy hour “meetup” networking event for tech professionals. Connect with like-minded people, fellow entrepreneurs, start-ups and VCs over local food and cold beverages. Call 843-4703506 or visit https://rb.gy/e7t2h for more information.

Wet Willie's Bingo Night 7 to 10 p.m., every Friday, Wet Willie's, Beaufort Town Center.

Win free giveaways, merchandise, and more cool prizes.

Eric’s Karaoke Krew 9 p.m., Fridays, Highway 21 Bar, 3436 Trask Pkwy, Beaufort. Free.

Enjoy Karaoke with Lt. Dan. Eric’s Karaoke Krew 9:30 p.m., Fridays, Rosie O’Grady’s, 2127 Boundary Street, Suite 2, Beaufort. Free. Enjoy Karaoke with Parker.

Karaoke with Melissa 7:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., Fridays, R Bar & Grill, 70 Pennington Dr, Bluffton. Enjoy food and drinks during Karaoke with Melissa.

Highway 21 Flea Market 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., every Saturday and Sunday, Highway 21 Drive-In. Sellers, vendors, handmade items, unique products and yard sale items. For information, email lowcountryfleamarket@gmail.com.

Port Royal Farmers Market 9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, year round, Naval Heritage Park, 1615 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Rain or shine. You will find fresh, local, seasonal produce, shrimp, oysters, poultry, beef, pork, eggs, bread and cheese, as well as plants, ferns, camellias, azaleas, citrus trees and beautiful, fresh cut flower bouquets. There are prepared food vendors serving barbecue, dumplings, she crab soup, crab cakes, paella, coffee, baked goods, bagels and breakfast sandwiches.

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Memory Matters Brain Boosters 1 to 3 p.m., Thursdays, Oct. 12, 19, 142 Okatie Center Blvd. North, Bluffton. $99 Fee. A three week brain-wellness course for active adults that promotes positive lifestyle strategies for improved brain health. Instructed by Memory Matters’ Community Education Director Debbie Anderson.

Beaufort Drum Circle 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 14, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Gazebo, downtown Beaufort. Free. Bring a friend, relative or co-worker. It’s free. It’s family friendly. No musical experience is necessary. Extra drums available.

Bring a chair and drum joyously with us. Open to everyone. No musical training is necessary as everyone can feel the rhythm of the group and join in. We have extra drums & other percussion instruments that may be borrowed for each session. If you prefer, come and just listen and watch as the group drums. Come to dance, hula-hoop, clap or chant.

Listen on the Lawn – Okra Stew 6 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 15, USCB Center For The Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort. Free. Book talk and signing for Okra Stew with Natalie Daise. Bring a chair / blanket and a picnic dinner or snacks and beverages. For more information call 843-521-4145.

Palmetto Bluff Farmers Market 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesdays, Oct. 18, Nov. 8, Nov. 29, Dec. 17, Palmetto Bluff Farm, 228 Old Moreland Road, Bluffton. The Palmetto Bluff Farmers Market is back this October! FREE and Open to the Public enjoy local shopping at the Farm at Palmetto Bluff. Lowcountry Made is honored to curate the lineup for the Palmetto Bluff Farmers Market.

This will be a wonderful showcase of local growers and makers! The market is at capacity but all area farmers, producers, home bakers, food related makers, food trucks, and artisans are encouraged to apply for the wait list.

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Lowcountry Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon – Celebrate Patriotism 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18, Hampton Hall Clubhouse, 170 Hampton Hall Blvd., Bluffton. Luncheon is $28. Must be prepaid by October 12. Music by the Sojourners, Kathryn Boudreau and Ether Smith, Retired Military. Feature: Beauties & Boots – Debbie Harrell from Stonecroft will share about the exciting “Red Shoe” events and services available to military women, spouses, and daughters around the globe.

Speaker: Lieutenant Commander Aimee Buehrig – Naval Helicopter Pilot, Naval Reserves. Buehrig is a 2013 graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy. For information contact Carol Mock at 843-705-7604 or Julie Ott at 602-750-5465 or julie. ott.az@gmail.com.

Gullah Museum 7th Annual Food Festival 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21, Gullah Museum of Hilton Head Island, 12 Georgianna Drive, Hilton Head Island. Tickets $10 for 16 & over, $5 for ages 5 to 16, and children under 5 are free. The Gullah Museum of Hilton Head was established in 2003. The festival is an annual cultural celebration of Gullah cuisine. Visit www.gullahmuseumhhi.org to purchase tickets and for more information.

Tickets can also be purchased at the event.

Latinx Story Fest 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21, 10782 South Jacob Smart Blvd, Ridgeland. Free. Bring the whole family to explore the world of Latinx storytelling. Venezuelan author Angel Moronta, takes you on a journey with his character “El Señor de los Lentes del Mundo" (The Man of the World's Glasses).

Then, design your own puppet with the storyteller. Interact with a couple of “miraculous” sisters from the Colombian mountains.

Plus, celebrate your familia with a family-tree craft. Ongoing festivities include self-guided tours of Morris Center's current exhibitions, Make & Take Bookmarks, and Meet the Storyteller. Purchase delicious food from local vendors: Taste of Mexico and Roxy’s. Program is sponsored by Palmetto Luna Arts, Flagstar Bank, and La Isla Magazine. To RSVP visit https://www.morrisheritagecenter.org/event-5400416.

Sips & Seafood Party 5 to 10 p.m., Friday, Oct. 27, Hewitt Oaks, 205 Stillwell Road, Bluffton. $175. Bluffton Self Help’s annual fundraiser. The funds raised provide education, basic needs, career development, and a sense of hope. Last year alone, this event helped 194 families to remain in their homes, keep the lights on, and to get through a difficult time. It supported 413 neighbors as they earned an education through English as a Second Language, Adult Basic Education, and GED Preparation classes. Our guests and sponsors provided 168 neighbors with the opportunity to meet one-on-one with client advocates through 672 meetings to connect to resources, develop goals and work toward reaching personal success. Through The Market 858 households received 431,428 pounds of fresh produce, dairy, meat, eggs, non perishable groceries, hygiene items, diapers and more than 20,000 articles of clothing enabling them to stretch their budget and have better health. Purchase tickets at https:// rb.gy/kq7ef.

The Citadel Lowcountry Boil & Oyster Roast 5:30 to 8 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26, Beaufort Yacht & Sailing Club, 30 Yacht Club Drive, Beaufort.

Limited to The Citadel Family only. $150 per person. Includes a full open bar, all the seafood you can eat, remarks from special guest Ed Conroy, the Citadel Bulldogs basketball coach, and the fellowship of Citadel alumni and family from around the region. Purchase tickets at https://rb.gy/a8ngv or email PCLCFest@gmail.com.

Bluffton Night Bazaar 5 to 8 p.m., Thursdays, Nov. 2, Dec. 7, Burnt Church Distillery, 120 Bluffton Road, Bluffton. Lowcountry Made is proud to present the 2023 Bluffton Night Bazaar at Burnt Church Distillery. Applications for the fall dates are open now at lcmade.com/bluffton-night-bazaar-vendor-application/.

Sentimental Strands: Victorian Hairwork 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov 4, 10782 South Jacob Smart Blvd, Ridgeland. Free, Suggested $5 donation. Discover the sentimental endearments of the 19th century through ornamental hairwork such as friendship albums, mourning practices, and love tokens and how these practices have influenced us today. Kim Poovey shares the history of ornamental hairwork as well as displays of antique items followed by a demonstration of the intricate gimp work done to create hair wreaths. Book signing to follow. To RSVP visit https://www.morrisheritagecenter.org/event-5300174.

HALLOWEEN Ghosts and Myths of Hilton Head Island 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18 through Saturday, Oct. 21, Zion Cemetery and Baynard Mausoleum, Outdoor Learning Center at the corner of 278 & Matthews Drive, Hilton Head Island. $15 per person. Presented by The Heritage Library. Experience the chills of the paranormal stories of Hilton Head Island as we bring to life Lydia Davant, Andrew Baynard, Cap’n Jack Stoney, Mary Kirk, Paulson Schwarzer, and Williams Eddings Baynard. Witness the Hilton Head Island of the 18th and 19th centuries through their eyes on a journey beyond the cemetery gates. Hear firsthand the ghost stories about the Harbour Town Lighthouse, the Baynard Funeral Procession, and the Blue Lady of Hilton Head Island.

Purchase your tickets early This event always sells out and tickets are limited this year due to spatial

distancing. Not recommended for children younger than 10. Register at https://heritagelib.org/ ghostsmyths.

Waterfront Park Halloween festivities 10 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 21, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park.

Celebration begins at 10 a.m. with trick-or-treating at 12:30 p.m. DJ Donna Smith will be spinning the tunes. The kids will be able to play games (with prizes), participate in crafts, and, of course, go trickor-treating. Sponsorships are still available. Please fill out the information in the Sponsor Application Packet at https://bit.ly/3F8uoSZ. A Listen on the Lawn – Spooktacular Halloween 4 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22, USCB Center For The Arts, 801 Carteret Street, Beaufort. Free. Bring a chair / blanket and a picnic, just come to prepare a beautiful(ly spooky) evening with The Foundry Aerial Arts Youth Team under the oaks. For more information call 843-521-4145.

HISTORY Beaufort History Museum at the Arsenal 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays, 713 Craven St, Beaufort. General Admission for Adults $8, Seniors $7, Active Duty Military and College Students with ID $5. Children/Teens younger than 18 Free. Explore and experience more than 500 years of Beaufort History with knowledgeable docent guided tours.

The Historic Port Royal Museum 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or upon request, Thursdays through Sundays, The Historic Port Royal Museum, 1634 Paris Ave. The museum features the turn-of-the-century businesses and industries of Port Royal: Shrimping, crabbing, oystering, the railroad, the school and the mercantile. Great gifts featuring local artists are available.

For more information. visit www. portroyalhistory.org, email historicportroyalfoundation@gmail. com or call 843-524-4333.

Tour Historic Fort Fremont Dawn to dusk, Monday through Sunday, The Fort Fremont Preserve, 1124 Land’s End Road, St. Helena Island. Free and open to the public. The History Center is open Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m.

Visitors can learn about the fort’s history during the Spanish-American War through interpretive signs, self-guided walking tours with a smart phone, exhibits in the history center, and docent-led tours. For more information visit www.fortfremont.org or contact Passive Parks Manager Stefanie Nagid at snagid@bcgov.net.

Port Royal Lecture Series: Who Was Here? Native Americans Before and During European Settlements 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26, St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 1004 11th Street, Port Royal. $25 per person – Seating is limited. Lecturers are Stephen Criswell, Professor Chris Judge, and Evan Nooe, University of South Carolina Native American Studies Center. Buy tickets at https://historic-port-royal-foundation.square.site/.

Underwater Secrets of Port Royal 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 2, Room 213, University of South Carolina Beaufort – Hilton Head Island Campus, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. $10 for non-members, $8 for members.

With presenter Richard Thomas.

Centuries of weather and warfare have left underwater vestiges of a past filled with intrigue and tragedy. The locations and stories behind these known remnants of a former age are revealed through research into documented sources, coincidental encounters, and the use of modern technology in the pursuit of underwater archaeology. Register at https://heritagelib.org/classes.

The Southern Campaign in South Carolina 1776-1780 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7, Room 213, University of South Carolina Beaufort – Hilton Head Island Campus, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. $10 for non-members, $8 for members.

With presenter Lee J. Wilwerding.

This is a Semiquincentennial presentation.The British had a successful run in the South for four years which led to inflated expectations for victory. But wait there's more to come. Register at https:// heritagelib.org/classes.

Forts of Port Royal 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 9, Room 213, University of South Carolina Beaufort – Hilton Head Island Campus, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. $10 for non-members, $8 for members.

With presenter Richard Thomas.

Over 42 fortifications of various kinds have been built along the shores of Port Royal Sound for protection against hostile natives and enemy raids since the mid1500s. This presentation covers their locations, the period they existed, and the history of the most significant among them. Register at https://heritagelib.org/classes.

The Southern Campaign 1781 1:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14, Room 213, University of South Carolina Beaufort – Hilton Head Island Campus, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. $10 for non-members, $8 for members.

With presenter Lee J. Wilwerding.

This is a Semiquincentennial presentation. Nathanial Greene was second only to George Washington in the panoply of Revolutionary War successful Generals. But his campaign in 1781 was a series of tactical defeats that still resulted in victory for the Patriot cause.

Register at https://heritagelib. org/classes.

Jasper County Historical Society Meeting 6 to 7 p.m., Tuesday, Nov 14, 10782 South Jacob Smart Blvd,

Ridgeland. Includes a presentation by Michael DeWitt, Jr. about his research of Hampton County history. DeWitt is a multiple-award-winning journalist, longtime editor of the 143-yearold The Hampton County Guardian, and author of Wicked Hampton County and Fall of the House of Murdaugh. To RSVP visit https://www.morrisheritagecenter.org/event-5190858.

Historic Holidays on Hilton Head Island: A Celebration of Sea Island Traditions 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 25, University of South Carolina Beaufort – Hilton Head Island Campus, 1 Sand Shark Drive, Hilton Head Island. $10 Entrance Fee to Support The Heritage Library, $30 Includes Entrance & Tea Service, Children Under 12 are free (Only with the purchase of an adult ticket), and must be accompanied by an adult.

Support local authors & artists, shop for one-of-a-kind gifts, learn about Hilton Head Island history, and celebrate the start of the holiday season. Register at https:// heritagelib.org/historicholidays.

LIBRARY ACTIVITIES Makerspace & 3D Printing 4 to 5 p.m., Wednesdays through December 6, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena Island.

Ages 10 & up, Free. Learn to use 3D modeling software, design and print 3D models, finish models using acrylic paints, create tabletop miniatures (Warhammer, Dungeons & Dragons, etc.).

Rebecca Dwight Bruff Author Talk & Book Signing 4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena Island. While no books will be available for purchase at the event, Ms. Bruff will happily sign pre-purchase copies immediately afterwards. No registration required, all ages welcome!

St. Helena Branch Library Plant Swap 2 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 21, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena Island. Take a plant, leave a plantbring your divided perennials, extra clippings, and plant propagations to swap with others!

Law Talk – Landlord Tenant Law 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 25, St. Helena Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena. Free. Brief topic overview + Q&A with volunteer attorney. To register please call 843-255-6540.

Not-so-spooky Storytime 11 a.m. to 12 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 28, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road, St Helena Island. Free, no registration required. Ages 3 to 8.

Sorta-scary Movie Marathon 11 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 28, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road, St Helena Island. Free. Movies begin at 11 and run all day, all rated G or PG13. Popcorn and drinks provided.

Getting Started with Chickens 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 4, St. Helena Branch Library, 6355 Jonathan Francis Senior Road, St Helena Island. Free. Join experts from the Clemson Extension Office to learn how to raise your own backyard chickens. Please call to register at 843-255-6540.

Law Talk – Wills, Estates, & Probates 4:30 to 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 7, Lobeco Library, 1862 Trask Parkway, Lobeco. Free. Brief topic overview + Q&A with volunteer attorney. To register please call 843255-6479.

Law Talk – Family Law 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 14, Bluffton Library, 120 Palmetto Way, Bluffton. Free. Brief topic overview + Q&A with volunteer attorney. To register please call 843-255-6503.

MEETINGS Zonta Club of Beaufort 6 p.m., 4th Tuesday of each month, Smokehouse, Port Royal.

Beaufort Rotary Club Noon, Wednesdays, Sea Island Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall, 81 Lady’s Island Drive, Lady’s Island. Catered buffet lunch, followed by a guest speaker. Prospective members welcome. For further information and upcoming speakers, please visit website www.beaufortrotaryclub.org.

The Beaufort Trailblazers – A Volunteer Group 8 a.m., first Thursday each month, Herban Marketplace, Beaufort. Anyone interested in supporting or building off-road/ dirt/wilderness mountain biking/ jogging/walking trails near is encouraged to attend. For more information, call 843-575-0021 or email universitybicycles@hotmail. com.

Rotary Club of the Lowcountry 7:30 a.m., Fridays, Sea Island Presbyterian Church, Sea Island Parkway, Lady’s Island. A light breakfast is provided before the program. For further information and upcoming speakers, please visit our website at www.lowcountryrotary.org or contact our President, Bob Bible a reconmc@aol. com or 843-252-8535.

Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 12, Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club, Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road.

Social begins at 6:30 p.m.; meeting starts at 7. Well known SCDNR Captain of the Silver Cresent (Research Vessel) will present on winter shoreline fishing. He will discuss rod and reel set ups, baits of choice, and safe locations for shoreline fishing. Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply, Butler Marine, and Danny Walsh and the Achurch Real Estate Group again are the monthly $50 drawing sponsors.

Remember to weigh in your favorite catch at the Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply at 1734 Ribaut Road, Port Royal during regular

hours. Congratulations to Debra Norwood, last month's winner.

Winners must be present at the next month’s meeting to receive the cash award. For additional information, please contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.

Beaufort Tea Party 5:30 p.m., Monday, Oct. 16, AMVETS Post 70, 1831 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Beaufort County School District Superintendent Frank Rodriguez and Chief Operations Officer Robert Oetting will be the guest speakers. Rodriguez and Oetting are tasked with explaining the $439 million school bond referendum on the November 7 ballot. For more information, contact Beaufort Tea Party Chair Annie Ubelis at btp@islc.net.

MUSIC/COMEDY Ray On My Mind 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 20, USCB Center for the Arts, 805 Carteret Street, Beaufort. Tickets $50, $45 for Senior Citizens / Military, $30 for Children. Portraying Ray Charles, master pianist/vocalist Kenny Brawner leads his 11 piece orchestra and three sultry vocalists (a la the Raelettees), performing this American legend’s most popular hits: “What’d I Say?” “I Got A Woman,” “Mess Around,” “Georgia On My Mind,” a blazing hot duet on “Baby It’s Cold Outside,” and many more. Purchase tickets at https://shorturl.at/ bgtK3.

Rib-Tickler Comedy & Music with Sarah Tiana & Campfire Tyler 9:30 to 11 p.m., Friday, Oct 20, Coligny Theatre, 1 North Forest Beach Drive Hilton Head Island.

Tickets $60. Campfire Tyler and nationally-touring comedian Sarah Tiana take the stage at Coligny Theatre for some light-hearted laughs. To purchase tickets visit https://shorturl.at/luyKP. OUTDOORS The Beaufort Tree Walk Lady’s Island Garden Club invites you to take a meandering walk through the Historic “Old Point” and enjoy some unique and noteworthy trees. The “Walk” takes about an hour, is a little over a mile starting at the corner of Craven & Carteret streets in Morrall Park and concluding in Waterfront Park. Booklets with map and information about each tree are available free at the Visitors Center in the historic Arsenal on Craven Street.

Tours of Hunting Island Every Tuesday, Hunting Island State Park, 2555 Sea Island Pkwy.

Free, park entry fees apply. Sponsored by Friends of Hunting Island Keeper Ted and his team. For more information call the Hunting Island Nature Center at 843-8387437. The next Tuesday is August 1.

Fripp Audubon Club: Habitat …

It's Not Just for the Birds!

7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 26, Fripp Island Community Center, 205 Tarpon Blvd, Fripp Island. Join us for our season opener as Al Segars discusses the importance and protection of our natural areas – habitat for all species. Segars is a native of Hartsville and a 1974 graduate of Clemson University. He received a DVM degree from the University of Georgia Veterinary School in 1983 and owned and operated a mixed animal practice in Hartsville for 14 years before moving to Beaufort in 1996. Three years later, Segars began working for the S.C. Department of Natural Resources.

Most of his early work centered on shrimp diseases and sea turtles. Eventually he became stewardship coordinator of the ACE Basin National Estuarine Research Reserve. As a veterinarian for SCDNR, Al managed the SC Marine Mammal Stranding Network.

SEWING/QUILTING American Needlepoint Guild Meeting 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., 1st Tuesday each month. The Hilton Head Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild welcomes anyone, beginner or experienced stitcher, who is interested in needlepoint to join us for stitching, learning and fellowship. Upcoming meetings are November 7 at Palmetto Electric Community Room, Hardeeville, and December 5 at the Indigo Run Clubhouse, Hilton Head Island. For more information, please contact us at hiltonheadislandchapter@needlepoint. org.

Embroidery Guild of America Meeting Second Tuesday of every month, Palmetto Electric Community Room, Hardeeville. The Lowcountry Chapter of the Embroidery Guild of America welcomes anyone, beginner or experienced stitcher, who is interested in any type of embroidery including needlepoint, cross-stitch, surface and beaded embroidery, hardanger, bargello, sashiko, etc., to join us for stitching, learning and fellowship. For more information, please contact us at lowcountrychapter@egacarolinas.org.

Sea Island Quilters 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18, in person and by Zoom, Carteret Street Methodist Church, 408 Carteret Street, Beaufort. This month we will be treated with a presentation by two of our own: Mary Campbell and Karen Guinn.

They will share their stunning wool work with us. They will have much to share.

SPORTS/GAMES ACBL Duplicate Bridge Club 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m., Tuesdays, Carteret St. United Methodist Church. Games and events will be held weekly. Director Gene Ogden. Contact Jane Simpson 803226-3491.

Beaufort Masters Swim Team 6 to 7 a.m., Monday through Friday, Wardle Family Port Royal YMCA. Coached practices. Ages 18 & older, all skill & speed levels, no prior swim team experience needed. Visit lowcountryswimming.com for more information.

FAITH LIVING ON PURPOSE

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rowing older is not an excuse to stop advancing in our faith and our prayers.

Confess that you have energy and stamina, a sound mind, spiritual discernment, and a desire to live an active life. If you have worries, give them over to God and trust that His promises to protect and take care of you are true.

If you feel you’ve lost your sense of purpose, God can help you get back in the race and find personal fulfillment that can restore confidence and feelings of self-worth. When we lose our fervency, we stop living.

Studies have shown that continuing to learn and develop can not only enhance our lives, but possibly add to our longevity as well.

Is it true we are as young as we feel? Some are mumbling I don’t feel so young – ha! My grandmother did not act her age and was a force of energy. When her hair started turning gray, She would dye it red (she was a natural redhead) and was always laughing and giggling.

She was an optimist and saw the good in everyone, except of course the really bad people. She was happy!

Why? Because she decided in her mind to be happy.

This means the way we view life, and ourselves is what people see. Have you known someone who acted

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old when they were young?

My grandmother was active, and hard-working, with an old-school “you can do it” attitude. She was such an inspiration to all who knew her and I will always remember her “glass-half-full” personality.

I’ve noticed at 65, that I have good days, and days when I’m tired, and it feels like I’m being attacked with negative emotions. I realize we all have these up-and-down times, but one way to battle sadness and discouragement is to listen to music that cheers our hearts and lifts our souls, or maybe read some inspiring stories of how people overcame seemingly impossible situations.

How about asking a good friend to go out for a nice dinner and a movie, maybe a museum, a concert, or take a weekend trip to see something interesting? Someone said you count your age by your friends and not years.

A friend confessed to me recently he had drifted away from his daily Bible study

time and it caused him to feel agitated and stressed.

When he straightened out his priorities, it reminded him of shoveling coal back into the boiler like an old steam engine.

Doing what we need to do is difficult, and will take sacrifice, concentration, and perseverance. As we have mentioned before about our responsibility to be the

caretaker of our garden of thoughts, if we don’t like the weeds, we can surely get rid of them.

Another great perk to being retired is we can stay up late and sleep as late as we want. My mom frequently tells me she’s tired and I encourage her to go ahead and take a nap, she can do whatever she wants without feeling guilty.

The same thing goes for eating. I realize some people are on special diets, but if you are relatively healthy, why would you deny yourself a special treat of your favorite food now and then?

At 85, Mom tells me she intentionally bypasses the snack aisle at the grocery and I can’t help but laugh.

My sister and I tell her that if she wants something,

for heaven sake’s enjoy it!

Besides, who doesn’t like an occasional trip to Dairy Queen?

Keeping the fires of our dreams and convictions burning allows us to keep pressing forward with new challenges, and keeps us enthused with faith, peace, and hope. Watching television can become so boring that it can put us in a coma, which means becoming motivated will include having to redirect our attention. It takes discipline to be focused on anything worthwhile.

Ask God for more energy and consider taking supplements and vitamins with your doctor's approval of course. There are many opportunities to help others such as volunteering at the library, a hospital, God’s pantry, your church, or some type of outreach organization in the community.

Learn to play an instrument, research a topic you’ve always been interested in, write a book, write letters to those you love, go for walks, start a prayer journal, and intercede for those in need.

Abraham Lincoln is quoted as saying, “It’s not the years in your life that’s important, it’s the life in your years.”

Billy Holland is an ordained minister, Christian author, and chaplain. Read more about the Christian life at billyhollandministries.com.

Healed by God Anointing of the Sick

During his ministry, Jesus had great compassion for the sick.

When he encountered people who suffered from serious illness or physical affliction, Jesus would take time to speak with them and give them comfort. He miraculously healed many who were on the brink of death, instantly taking away their illness. He gave sight to the blind, made the deaf hear, cleansed those with leprosy, and enabled the lame to walk. (Matthew 11:5) Since he was God in our midst, Jesus healed with divine power.

At times, he worked these miracles with merely a word of command, but often his words of healing were accompanied by physical elements, such as when he made clay and placed it on the eyes of the man born blind. (John 9) These healings were signs pointing to the more important spiritual healing he had come to do, to free humanity from the eternal death caused by sin.

Jesus sent out the apostles to heal in his name.

During his ministry, Jesus sent his disciples to teach and heal in his name. “They went out and preached that men should repent. They cast out many demons, and anointed with oil many that were sick and healed them.” (Mark 6:12-13) And before he returned to heaven, Jesus commanded the apostles to continue this ministry, promising that in his name they will lay their hands on the sick, and the sick will recover. (Mark 16:18) In the early Church, the apostles continued to heal.

In the New Testament, James writes, “Is anyone among you sick?

Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well, and the Lord will raise them up. If he has committed any sins, he will be forgiven.” (James 5:14-15) The word “elders” is what later became translated as “priests.” The oil mentioned is olive oil, used in biblical times as a medicinal ointment.

We call this the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick.

The gift described by James has been passed down through the centuries, and it is now known as Anointing of the Sick. It is usually requested when a Catholic is sick with a serious illness or about to undergo a life-threatening surgery. The priest prays with the sick person, asks God’s healing through the laying on of hands, and anoints them on the forehead and hands with olive oil that has been specially blessed for this purpose.

Jesus continues his healing ministry among us today.

Sometimes Jesus works a miracle of physical healing through Anointing of the Sick, to the astonishment of the doctors and nurses!

But more often, he gives strength to endure one’s sufferings with patience and love. If the sick persons are unconscious or otherwise unable to confess their sins, the Lord also forgives their sins and gives them spiritual healing. Through his family of faith, the Church, Jesus is still caring for the sick with great love and compassion.

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VOICES Editor’s Note: The opinions of our columnists in the Voices section are not necessarily the opinions of The Island News.

It’s entertainment, not guidance A look at college rankings in the Wall Street Journal

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t is Saturday morning and I’m on my deck listening to a band playing on Paris Avenue.

As I sit I can hear a version of “Wooden Heart,” and suddenly realize how much I miss the polka tunes that seem to have disappeared from our lives. After awhile I’ll wander over to Port Royal’s OctoPRfest and buy a bratwurst slathered with horseradish and mustard.

Every September, the Wall Street Journal ranks most of the colleges in the United States. When I get this issue I always go to the bottom of the list, No. 400, to see who finished last. This year that would be Indiana State University.

After scanning the other losers — making sure The Citadel is not among them — I then go to back to the top 20. And they are always the same — Princeton, Yale, MIT, Stanford.

But this year three obscure schools, The New Jersey Institute of Technology, Babson College and

sated lives on Park Avenue and dutifully write checks into Princeton’s $37.7 billion endowment.

But I was surprised, astonished, when I saw that The New Jersey Institute of Technology, Babson College and Rose-Hulman SCOTT GRABER Institute of Technology were ranked 19, 10 and 17, The Rose-Hulman Institute respectively. of Technology somehow Apparently this hapscrambled into the top 20. pened because Babson and This year the Journal Rose-Hulman finished No. prefaced its rankings saying 1 and No. 4 respectively in that it has always looked at the “career preparation” facilities and faculties. But category. Rose-Hulman this year it also looked at also finished No. 2 in the “different metrics” includ“student recommendation” ing “on time graduation category. rates” and “how much the In terms of “student school will improve salaries recommendation,” The after graduation.” The Jour- Journal explained that they nal said it also gave points surveyed 60,000 students for “diversity.” and recent graduates in an Princeton was No. 1, of effort to get the student’s course, no surprise here. perception of learning One presumes that its opportunities, career prepayoung grandees will simply ration and the food court shuffle over to Wall Street and, further, decided this toting their degree in Asset category would constitute 20% of the overall score.

Accumulation. They will The Journal also looked live anointed, well-compen-

colleges having a majority of students from lower-incomed parents — Pell Grant recipients — and then looked at graduation rates.

Based on this metric Florida International University finished No. 29 and La Verne College No. 33 moving up into prominence beating out Rensselaer (No. 34), Georgia Tech (No. 39) and Brown (No. 67).

The U.S. Military Academy, the U.S. Naval Academy and the U.S. Air Force Academy were not rated by the Journal. But U.S. News and World Report did rate these military schools putting them into its “National Liberal Arts Colleges” category and ranking West Point No. 8, Annapolis No. 3, and the U.S. Air Force Academy No. 7. The Citadel, my school, was put into the Southern Regional University category where it was ranked No. 2.

U.S. News is currently under fire from Yale Law School and Harvard Medical School who argue

that the U.S. News rankings are “profoundly flawed” because they overvalue incoming test scores, thus penalizing schools that admit students from underrepresented backgrounds — especially Black and Latino students.

All of which brings us back to the Journal’s expanded methodology of awarding points to schools like LaVerne (No. 33) and Florida International (No. 29) and pushing the previous heavyweights into the bantam-weight territory.

Johns Hopkins, for example, came in at No. 99; NYU clocked in at No. 166; and Tufts was at back of the pack at No. 287.

NYU was not happy about its mid-list showing (in the Journal), saying this ranking presents an “incomplete and misleading picture.” It went on to say that “ranking universities is a pretty dubious experience to begin with, but its particularly futile to compare one year’s outcome to the next

when there’s been a major shift in methodology.”

Notwithstanding the relatively good grades for the military schools — including The Citadel — I don’t know how you can compare the rigid, rifle-cleaning, brass-polishing demands at West Point with, say, the two-students-and-aprofessor deal at Williams College. But as long as there are newspapers — and there may not be newspapers much longer — there will be ratings of vacation destinations; bars and restaurants on Hilton Head; and colleges in the United States. The Journal touts its ratings as a service to high school graduates who are seeking guidance.

But I think this is mostly entertainment and belongs in the Journal’s “Off Duty” section.

Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com.

‘Very superstitious, writing’s on the wall’

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hen we finally leave September behind and venture into October, we know fall is truly upon us. While you may be one who psychologically battles the advancement of the fall season, the stores certainly make every effort to convince you otherwise.

We can always count on plastic pumpkins sporting a variety of facial expressions in August and, worse yet, Christmas decorations in September.

But let’s toss the merchandising calendar aside for a moment and focus on the month we are presently in and address October for what it is, or should be: warm spices, wonderful seasonal produce, a change of leaves (if you are lucky enough to observe that phenomenon) and longer nights.

Along with these come many cultural traditions that move us from the mellow warmth of fall into an environment of superstition.

From All Hallow’s Eve to Dia de los Muertos (a two-day holiday that reunites the living with the dead), a thin veil between our world and what lies beyond comes into play. Perhaps a little background will help us understand how we came to court ghosts and goblins as a necessary fall ritual.

In the year 837, Pope Gregory III established November 1 as All Saints' Day, also known as All Hallows' Day. This was a time to honor all saints of the church that

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had attained heaven. The evening before became a holy or hallowed eve and thus Halloween (Encyclopedia Britannica).

The basis of Halloween comes from the pagan holiday honoring the dead. It was believed that the aforementioned veil between the world of the living and that of the dead became non-existent, thus allowing the souls to come back to earth and walk among the living.

The number of horror movies that have been produced using this as the bedrock to frighten people are too many to list. Some people love to be scared to the point of tears. I do not count myself among those who relish this. I was the child, as recounted many times by my mother, who crawled under the theater seat during the fire in the movie “Bambi.” Yes, I would go trick or treating as a kid, albeit reluctantly. To this day I have little appetite for Halloween.

Did you ever wonder why we carve jack-o’-lanterns on Halloween? The tradition dates back to Celtic observations of Samhain,

celebrated from October 31 to November 1. Because of the holiday’s association with the supernatural, warding off “dark forces” was a must. Early traditions employed big bonfires to get the job done, but once towns developed, people needed something safer.

Hollowed-out turnips or gourds were cheap and easy to attain, so they became makeshift lanterns.

Gradually these large vegetables started to take on the shape of the scary spirits they were supposed to scare off.

The coming of longer nights caused folks, already consumed by the thoughts of malevolent spirits, to think of ways to rid themselves of these. Thus came into being the cinnamon broom.

To ward off evil, the brooms were hung above the doors or literally used to sweep the doorstep. The fact that they also helped to deodorize the dwelling was a plus.

Believe it or not, there are many autumn “superstitions” other than those designed to make you run screaming into the night. Next time an autumn leaf blows past

your face, try to catch it — legend has it that it will bring good luck, or that you get to make a wish on it. While I had never heard of this, why should a falling leaf be any different than a four-leaf clover?

We in America who celebrate Thanksgiving with a whole turkey may still observe the custom of pulling the wishbone. My family did this for years before the era of high end, specialty birds, that are often boned, came into vogue.

Bird species have a part called the furcula (little fork in Latin) bone that helps support them in flight. This is commonly known as the wishbone. In some traditions, two people pull either side of the wishbone, and the person who breaks off the bigger piece can make a wish or enjoy good luck.

Many times I discovered it wasn’t the one with the greatest strength that won the coveted “long bonepiece,” but rather he or she that knew the best place to grab hold and yank.

Bobbing for apples, while an all-ages activity, actually has its roots in superstitious matchmak-

ing. The romantic twist was something like this. In one tradition, women secretly marked apples before their potential mates went bobbing, and future matches were foretold, depending on whose apple ended up in whose mouth.

The nod to fall wouldn’t be complete without mentioning The Farmer’s Almanac. I have no reason to apologize when I say that I love delving into what is surely a compilation of superstitions. Mild winters vs rough winters? Check how thick the onion skins are, and whether or not there are a lot more acorns on the ground than usual.

So I conclude with this bit of advice: Be careful when handling those mirrors; don’t step on a crack or you’ll break your mother’s back; and for goodness sake, avoid walking under those ladders, especially on any given Friday, the 13th.

Carol Lucas is a retired high school teacher and a Lady’s Island resident. She is the author of the recently published “A Breath Away: One Woman’s Journey Through Widowhood.”

Did you read what you thought you read?

id I write what you read, or did you read what you thought that I said?

Over the years I have written letters to the editor or short op-ed pieces for various publications, and sometimes they actually get published. From time to time, I will get feedback on what I have written, and it always kind of takes me by surprise that people will take exception to things that I have never written.

When I go back and reread the piece to see what they are talking about, I have to come to the conclusion that they must have read what they thought I said, not what was really written. This can also be true of complements. I occasionally get feedback that says that they are in

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in response, and as a result they don’t hear what the speaker is actually saying for most of the conversation. I am not sure weather that also applies to what people are reading, but it probably does, and I am no exception.

JIM DICKSON I find that if I am reading something, usually of a absolute agreement with political nature, that I don’t what I said about someagree with at the start, thing, and on a re-read I my mind is filling up with can’t see where I ever said all kind of rebuttals. I am anything like that, so who automatically thinking that knows? Rule No. 1: never the writer is wrong, even turn down a complement, before I get to the end of they don’t come that often. the article.

I looked at some reI also find that if I read search online – if it’s on the the same piece with an internet, we all know that it open mind, and read it must be true – and I found through to the end, what that most people only hear I thought it said was not about 25% of what is being at all the same as when said because they are think- I quickly jumped to the ing about what they will say conclusion that the writer

is an idiot. Steven Covey once wrote “Most people don’t listen with the intent to understand, they listen with intent to reply.” I strongly suspect that many of us fall into that category when it comes to listening or reading. Steven Covey’s book “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” was a national best seller back when it was written in 1989, and to the best of my knowledge is still selling well today.

I first came across the book when I was on a business trip waiting in an airport between planes.

I saw it in the newsstand and looking for something to read to pass the time, bought it. It was one of the best investments that I ever made.

The book talks about the

ability to first understand and then be understood and how to try to actively listen to what people are saying before we draw conclusions about them, and much more. It’s a good read and I would recommend it to one and all. Full disclosure, I have don’t any financial interest in Steven Covey’s books.

I have no doubt that in expressing your thoughts and opinions, whether it be in writing or in conversation, you always run the risk of having people misunderstand some of points that you are trying to make. I also think that although most of us try not to be offensive, it’s inevitable that at some point you will offend someone. But many times it’s because that person didn’t really

listen or read carefully what you had to say.

OK, I admit there are times when it really is on purpose, and that little devil that sits on your shoulder sometimes gets his way and tells you that they have it coming and says “go for it.” If we are fortunate we have a good editor and that part never sees the light of day.

Born, raised and educated in the Southwest, Jim Dickson served in the U.S. Navy Reserve in Vietnam before a 35-year business career. Retired to St. Helena Island, Dickson and his wife are fiscally conservative, socially moderate and active in Republican politics, though they may not always agree with Republicans. Having lived around the country and traveled around the world, Dickson believes that the United States truly is the land of opportunity.

VOICES Editor’s Note: The opinions of our columnists in the Voices section are not necessarily the opinions of The Island News.

M

y name is Kevin Phillips, and I’m running for Mayor of Port Royal. Over the last 4 years it has been my honor and privilege to serve as a Town Councilman for the Town of Port Royal. As an elected representative, one of the most important jobs I have is to listen to the People of Port Royal. To hear their concerns and to represent those within my role of the local government.

The message I have received from an overwhelming number of citizens is clear; they are worried and they are frustrated. They are worried because they see their community changing rapidly, and that brings uncertainty about what type of community we are building, and what parts of our

A time for choosing

ed 9.9% from 2020 to 2022.

Combine those numbers with the more than 600 units that are in some phase of approval/development within the Town and the picture is clear. Port Royal is growing, and it’s growing KEVIN PHILLIPS fast.

To put those numbers in perspective, Mt. Pleasant community we are losing. also grew 33% from 2010They are frustrated because 2020, causing the Town they feel their voices are not of Mt. Pleasant to enact a being heard, even though seven-year moratorium on we live in a representative new apartment construction. democracy.

Likewise, here in the LowWell, I hear you. And, I country, Jasper County just believe your concerns are enacted a nine-month moranot unwarranted when you torium on new development consider the following: in a large part of that county.

According to the latest The reason for this? Jasper U.S. Census data, the popula- County grew 28% over the tion of Port Royal grew 33% previous decade. from 2010 to 2020. Port Here, in Port Royal, all of Royal grew another estimat- the “Best Small Town” and

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Graham’s rhetoric misleading

“Best Kept Secret” articles have worked. When talking with residents, they do not need Census data to tell them this is true. They see it and they feel it every day.

That is why as Mayor of Port Royal, I will work with Council and staff to enact a one-year moratorium on all new, large-scale, impactful residential and commercial development within the Town of Port Royal.

This is not an anti-growth stance, it’s a smart-growth proposal. If enacted, it would provide benefits in two ways.

First, it will give the Town time to assess the growth we have experienced and review current zoning ordinances.

Essentially, it will give us the opportunity to take account of where we are and make sure our procedures are

working correctly.

Second, it will give the Town time to take a step back and work on recommendations for smart growth and where that growth should occur best as we move forward. It will give us time to prepare our infrastructure and identify environmentally sensitive land for preservation. Overall, it will give the Town the opportunity to press pause, and reset the table for the type of Town we want to see grow and flourish.

In life it’s important to stop from time to time and take assessment of where you are, how you got there, what you are doing right, what are you doing wrong, and make changes accordingly. For anyone who says this might be extreme, I ask

you to think how quickly one year goes by. Do you really think a one-year pause will destroy our opportunity for a prosperous future? I do not. Just remember the words of our 32nd President, Franklin Delano Roosevelt.

“We have nothing to fear, but fear itself.”

While growth and development are be inevitable, I believe the people of Port Royal should have a voice in the future of their Town.

I want to be that voice. So on November 7, vote Kevin Phillips for Mayor of Port Royal.

Kevin Phillips is a local attorney with Schiller & Hamilton of Lady’s Island. He sits on Port Royal’s Town Council and is running for Mayor of Port Royal. He can be contacted at kphillips@portroyal.org.

Elementary School on St. Helena Island, and community members lined up outside of the school building, waiting to get into the school’s cafeteria. According to Fire Chief Bruce Kline with the Lady’s IslandSt. Helena Fire District, about a thousand people came out to support the cause, although not everyone was able to get inside of the building.”

If the St Helena community is relying on the current owner of Pine Island to be the answer to the local economic challenges, it seems concerning. Perhaps there are better solutions to boost St Helena’s livelihood, led by the community, that follows the CPO, with the assistance of local, state and federal government representatives and true philanthropists, without a “Quid Pro Quo”, that undermines local zoning.

Since 1999, the St. Helena Island Cultural Protection Overlay has been a doubled-edged sword that's kept Gullah After reading the article reference the families from developing the only valuable wall breaking ceremony for expansion asset most have to even attempt to create of Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s surgical generational wealth. It's kept them trapped pavilion, I have an observation. Lindsey in poverty, struggling to pay their bills Graham commented that the money was and property taxes, and often traveling taxpayers’ money and that it was his job hundreds of miles per week to work at (to decide) how to spend that money and businesses, resorts, and gated communities that he had made a great decision to bring elsewhere. it here to Beaufort.

Beaufort County officials already know The article called it out, but Lindsey that the CPO is legally indefensible for Graham failed to say that the $18 million several reasons pointed out by past and to finance the expansion came from the current county attorneys. The CPO is infrastructure bill that President Biden highly unlikely to survive constitutional pushed through for projects throughout scrutiny. So, it's unwise for Pine Island golf the nation. Also, this bill (as I read from the opponents to push the county into a losing article) includes $150 million for Beaufort court battle, when mediation/negotiations County. with Tropeano will suffice.

P.S. Contrary to what was stated at It appears Lindsey Graham is taking One need look no further than the five last Monday’s Beaufort County Council all credit for a bill that President Biden gated communities with golf courses meeting, not all residents of Dulamo was responsible for, a bill that he and his that already exist on non-contiguous – Don Cass, Beaufort support the construction of a golf course cohorts all voted “No” on. islands wrongly considered to be a part on Pine Island.

– Perry Allmond, Beaufort of St. Helena Island for proof that Gullah There are better solutions – Jane Caffrey, Dulamo culture, land ownership, and property taxes will not be threatened by Pine Island's than a quid pro quo Yes, Carol Lucas development. It's time to stop misleading No one’s losing their soul I question why so much attention is Hatred – I'm 71 (and I) remember well the public and press about that. being given to a topic that has already No disrespect intended, but former when Republicans and Democrats could Development that displaced Gullah been discussed at great length in public State Representative Rev. Kenneth work together for the good of our country.

Geechees in other communities won't forums and voted on three times by the Hodges’ Voices column errs by trying to Sadly, the Tea Party came along, and happen here because of St. Helena Island’s county in support of the St. Helena CPO conflate the development of a private golf Donald Trump. Things went south in a rural zoning, and Pine Island's isolation, (Cultural Protection Overlay), denying one community for Pine Island with a biblical New York minute. Now nothing gets done among other things. developer’s requests for exclusion from the scripture about a person losing his soul. except investigating each other.

Romans 15, 1 teaches us that, "We then CPO. Nothing has changed for the majority One has nothing to do with the other.

I voted Republican for years until they that are strong ought to bear the infirmities And to suggest that they do insults the lost their minds and turned to “Alternative of St. Helena residents. of the weak ..."

We now know better. It's I attended the large rally earlier this year intelligence of The Island News' readers.

Facts.” What happened to the truth of time to do better. to protect St. Helena and the CPO, which Like many of us, developer Elvio Walter Cronkite? I wish everyone could – Tade' Oyeilumi and Roy E. Brown, has been in place for more than 20 years.

Tropeano is a God-fearing Christian who take a breath, educate yourself from Co-Founders of The Community Coalition As reported by The Island News on April believes in helping others. His word is his various news sources including those Action Network of St. Helena Island 5, 2023, “The rally was held at St. Helena bond. you don't agree with. And make your own decision instead of being a Lemming Debate – I think (Nikki) Haley pretty much handed (Tim) Scott his exit ticket.

Why, oh why, oh why do Republicans always blame Democrats for an open border and want to build a wall and send thousands of troops to the border at a cost of hundreds of billions of dollars?

Republicans cry fentanyl, rape, murder.

Eighty-five percent of all fentanyl is brought in by Americans. Ninety-nine percent of all rapes and murders are committed by Americans. But let's go after the brown people. Excellent thinking by Republicans.

Immigration – I've said many times, send more judges to the border, hear the cases, send back those not worthy; provide housing, health care, transportation to those who are worthy. America saves hundreds of billions of dollars. Plus massive tax income from them working!

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Pickens, Hunter A.

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Piwonski Jr., Joseph R.

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Ruizpinto, Leonardo E.

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Reyesdejesus, Reynaldo L.

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Richardson, Logan A.

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Russo, Alexander V.

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Porter, Logan M.

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Rios, Emanuel A.

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Santiago, Alexavier R.

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Thompson, Hannah J.

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Pratt, Jared A.

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Pujolsilarraza, Cesar G.

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Riveravera, Justin J.

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Scoggins, Daniel C.

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Vernet, Yvena

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Vital, Aki C.

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Richards, Zion S.

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*Denotes meritorious promotion to current rank

LOCAL MILITARY

Fox Company Crucible

Recruits with Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, complete the Crucible on Friday, Oct. 6, 2023 on Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island. The Crucible is a 54-hour culminating event in which the previous 11 weeks of training are put to the test. Photos by Lance Cpl. Ava Alegria, USMC

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Beaufort VA CBOC Leadership Team receives AUSA Outstanding Service Award

he Coastal S.C. Chapter of the Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) awarded its Second Quarter 2023 Outstanding Service Award to the Beaufort VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC), at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2023. The award consisted of a lovely team plaque – and a letter of commendation for each of the members of the CBOC Leadership Team.

AUSA’s Chapter Vice President for Veteran Affairs, Lt. Col. Larry Dandridge (Retired) presented the award to the Beaufort CBOC Leaders – Lead Physician Christopher Murphy, Nurse Manager Laura Deaton, and Supervisory Advanced Medical Support Assistant, Patrick Talbert.

The Award Plaque stated that the leadership team and the other 61 employees at the Beaufort CBOC are known throughout the Lowcountry for practicing servant leadership and a tireless commitment to excellent service. Providing kind, compassionate, highly skilled, and empathetic care to veterans and their families is the constant goal of the Beaufort CBOC. The Beaufort CBOC leaders are unsung heroes and they are each one of the reasons the CBOC gets high numbers of positive customer surveys and dozens of compliments from the veterans it serves.

“The Beaufort VA CBOC Leaders are examples for

More about the Beaufort VA CBOC Beaufort CBOC Address: The Beaufort CBOC is part of the Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System (RHJVAHCS), which in turn is part of the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The LARRY DANDRIDGE Beaufort CBOC main office is located in Naval Hospital other health professionals Beaufort, on the fourth floor, to follow and are one of the with some services on other reasons that the Ralph H. floors.

Johnson VA Healthcare SysThe Beaufort CBOC tem is a world-class Patient address is 1 Pinckney Bouleand Family Centered Care vard, Beaufort, S.C. 29902(PFCC) team,” I said.

6122. The CBOC's main phone number is 843-770Nominations for this award 0444. The mental health The Coastal S.C. Chapnumber is 843-789-6500. ter of AUSA presents its’ Beaufort CBOC Hours Outstanding Service Award of Operation: The clinic is to a different VA healthopen Monday through Fricare employee or team day from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., four times each year. If you and is closed on Saturdays would like to nominate a and Sundays. team or employee for this CBOC Free Parking prestigious award, please and Wheelchairs: Beaucontact Registered Nurse fort CBOC parking is free.

Jennifer Neville, the Ralph Wheelchairs are available H. Johnson VA Medical upon arrival for patients Center’s Chief of Customer who need them to access the Experience at 843-789-7488 building. or email Jennifer.Neville@ CBOC Health Services va.gov.

Offered: Primary Care (family and internal medicine), Past awards Physical Therapy-OccupaPast Coastal S.C. AUSA tional Therapy- KinesiotherChapter Outstanding Serapy (PT, OT, KT), Radiolvice Awards have been pre- ogy, Dermatology (skin sented to the RHJVAHCS conditions and diseases), 4B South Nursing Team, an Laboratory and Pathology Intensive Care Nurse, the (blood draw and clinical Medical Center ER Team, testing), and Mental Health the Hospice Team, the ER (behavioral health including Mental Health Team, the addiction, depression, anxPatient Advocate Chief, a iety, trauma, PTSD, bipolar past Chief of Patient Experi- disorder, schizophrenia, ence, and others.

OCD, and others).

The VA Beaufort CBOC Leadership Team receives the AUSA Coastal S.C. Outstanding Service Award from Larry Dandridge, second from right. The CBOD Leadership Team, from left, are Patrick Talbert, Dr. Chris Murphy, and RN Manager Laura Deaton. Submitted photo Appointments: Veterans can make an appointment at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center (RHJVAMC) or one of its’ CBOCs if the veteran is enrolled in VA healthcare and the veteran is registered as a patient at VA Charleston health care. Learn more about how to make an appointment at the Beaufort CBOC or the RHJVAMC at https://bit.ly/3rzXYh6.

Average number of days to get an appointment: Existing patient – two days; new patient – 24 days. The VA will work with veterans to schedule an appointment with the shortest wait time.

In some cases, the VA may schedule your appointment at another VA medical center or clinic, or refer you to a non-VA medical provider in your community. For urgent health issues, the VA

offers same-day appointments, telehealth visits, or walk-in express care. Check with your local VA medical center or CBOC to confirm the availability of these services.

Enroll in VA Health Care: A veteran may be eligible for VA healthcare benefits if he or she served in the active military, naval, or air service and did not receive a dishonorable discharge. If a veteran is not enrolled in VA healthcare, they should find out if they are eligible for VA healthcare benefits by reading the information on the VA Eligibility For VA Health Care webpage at https://bit. ly/3cuf4Vm. Veterans can enroll in VA health care by following the instructions at https://bit.ly/3B7x5Dz or by visiting the RHJVAMC or the Beaufort CBOC.

Veterans can apply for VA healthcare by phone, by mail, in person, and with the help of a trained and VA-accredited professional (Veterans Service Officer, Claims Agent, or Attorney).

VSO services are free. The RHJVAMC Eligibility and Enrollment Office phone number is 843-789-7008.

Register for VA Healthcare: If a veteran is already enrolled in VA healthcare and has just moved to the Beaufort area or needs to change their medical center or primary care provider in the area, the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston and the Beaufort CBOC can help. Just call or visit the RHJVAMC or the Beaufort CBOC to get started.

The bottom line: The Beaufort VA Community-Based Outpatient Clinic is a great asset to veterans in Beaufort and the surrounding counties. Read more about the Beaufort CBOC at https://bit.ly/3Qcu2B7.

Larry Dandridge is a Vietnam War wounded warrior, disabled veteran, ex-Enlisted Infantryman, exWarrant Officer Pilot, and retired Lt. Colonel. He is a past Veterans Service Officer, a Patient Adviser at the RHJ VA Hospital, the Fisher House Charleston Good Will Ambassador, and the VP for Veteran Affairs for the local Army Association Chapter.

Larry is the author of the awardwinning book Blades of Thunder and a contributing freelance writer with The Island News. Contact him at LDandridge@earthlink.net or 843-276-7164.

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