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Port Royal council candidates speak their minds

LOWCOUNTRY LOWDOWN

By Lolita Huckaby PORT ROYAL – Economic diversity and support for the future development of the Port of Port Royal property were two of several issues discussed last week during a town council candidates forum sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce. The at-large council race is on the Nov. 2 ballot and open only to Port Royal registered voters.

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Yemassee, Port Royal special this time

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The four candidates – incumbents Mary Beth Heyward, who has served on the council for 29 years and Darryl Owens, who is completing his first term – are being challenged by Eddie Gugino and John Hazel for the two council seats. The winners will join Kevin Phillips and Jerry Ashmore, as well as Mayor Joe DeVito in steering the growing community for the next four years. All four candidates at the forum

WANT TO WATCH? The one-hour forum is available to watch on the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce Facebook page.

emphasized their support for the town’s continuing growth but proposed careful monitoring of that growth. Gugino, a cyber security engineer, stressed the importance of “letting the free-market do its thing” on is-

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A look at what’s on Tuesday’s ballot

IN THE PUMPKIN PATCH

BEAUFORT ll Beaufort County voters can go to the polls next week, Nov. 2, to vote for … or against … a local option sales tax and a revision in the county government structure. But Port Royal and Yemassee residents are special – they have council races on their ballots and in the case of Yemassee, a vote for mayor. Of course, in Yemassee, the current mayor Colin Moore doesn’t have any competition on the ballot as he seeks a second term, BUT it’s a six-way race for two council seats. And you can tell by driving through the town and seeing a plethora of campaign signs at almost every corner. The six candidates – Trena Ellis, Natasha N. Greene, Robert “Bobby” Moore, David Paul Murray, Stacy Pinckney and Darrell Russell – are running for the two seats now held by Charlie Simmons and Michelle Hagen, who aren’t running again. Since Yemassee is a town divided – half in Beaufort County, half in Hampton – some of the residents will get to vote on that local option sale tax and the change in county government to allow appointment, rather than election of the county treasurer and auditor. It’s not like the Hampton side of town didn’t try last year to become part of Beaufort County by annexation. A petition was circulated and signed by about 140 residents, but the Governor’s office decided the signatures hadn’t been verified and the effort has remained stalled since then. Interest in the running for town council comes at a time when the municipality bordering I-95 is considered “ripe” with growth potential, with two exits and a narrowing proximity to Savannah’s industrial sites. And the same can be said for Port Royal, where two of the four council seats are on the ballot. Incumbents Mary Beth Heyward and Darryl Owens are running for re-election against political newcomers John Hazel and Eddie Gugino. Port Royal faces some interesting times ahead, with the growth of all the apartment complexes and the pending sale of the Port of Port Royal to Safe Harbor Marinas, rumored to take place within the next few weeks. There’s a much-debated and

sues like encouraging development and affordable housing. “I don’t see why the citizens of Port Royal should have to pay for affordable housing,” he said. On the same issue of affordable housing, Heyward, who recently retired from her job at Beaufort Memorial Hospital, said it was important for the community and local

By Mike McCombs With Election Day coming up Tuesday, Nov. 2, let’s take a look at what choices Northern Beaufort County residents will have to make when they cast their ballots. Local Option Sales Tax Beaufort County Referendums Local Question 1, placed on the ballot by Beaufort County Council, involves the authorization to impose a 1 percent Local Option Sales Tax (L.O.S.T.) on persons in Beaufort County. “Must a one percent sales and use tax be levied in Beaufort County for the purpose of allowing a credit against a taxpayer’s county and municipal ad valorem tax liability and for the purpose of funding county and municipal operations in the Beaufort County area?” A “yes” vote approves the Local Option Sales Tax, while a “no” vote rejects it. If approved, the proposed initiative requires the county and municipalities to use 71 percent of the revenue “to provide a credit against the property tax liability of taxpayers in the county and municipality.” The other 29 percent must be used to fund county and municipal operations. The 1 percent L.O.S.T., if approved, will likely cause no increase

One-year-old franternal twins Amias and Kami Middleton sit in the shade while Grandmother Melissa Wright takes their picture Saturday at the Cartaret Street United Methodist Church’s pumpkin patch. While Kami is ready to be held, Amias wants to see what all the fuss is about regarding the great orange orbs. Photo by Bob Sofaly.

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Two arrested in shooting death of Lady’s Island man From staff reports William Johnson III and Brittany Smalls were arrested Friday, Oct. 22, in connection with the shooting death of Laventis Cohen on Lady’s Island. Both suspects both have been taken into custody. On Friday morning, Oct. 22, investigators met with a Beaufort County magistrate and obtained warrants for the arrests of Johnson and Smalls for Murder, Obstruction of Justice and Possession of a Weapon during the Commission of

a Violent Crime in connection with Cohen’s shooting death. Johnson is being held at the Richmond County (Ga.) Detention Center while awaiting extradition to Beaufort County. Smalls is incarcerated at the Beaufort County Detention Center awaiting a bond hearing as of Tuesday. On the afternoon of Oct. 16, Beaufort County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to reports of a shooting at a residence on Brickyard Point Road North on Lady's

Island. When deputies arrived, they found the 47-year-old Cohen, deceased inside the residence. Cohen, of St. Helena Island, died as a result of multiple gunshot wounds, as confirmed through autopsy at the Medical University of South Carolina. The Sheriff’s Department said on Saturday that there was no public safety threat, as the person of interest in the shooting, the 29-year-old Smalls, who resides at the Lady's Island home where the shooting

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occurred, provided a story of how the shooting transpired. The scene was processed for forensic evidence, while Beaufort County Sheriff’s Department investigators continued to interview Smalls and other witnesses. According to the Sheriff’s Department, through those interviews, investigators identified a second person of interest in the shooting, 21-year-old William

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There are 12 benches built by the Lowcountry Habitat for Humanity and painted by various local artists over the course of the past two years. The themed works of art were designed to reflect the artist’s vision and placed throughout the Cultural District. Gullah and heritage-themed subjects are a favorite for artist Lisa Gilyard-Rivers. She painted the bench that will sits on the Bluff on Bay Street. Her bench captures views from the downtown waterfront marina. Sailboats, palm trees and marsh views cover the front of the bench, photographed here by Ron Callari. 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. Please submit high-resolution photos and include a description and/or names of the people in the picture and the name of the photographer. Email your photos to theislandnews@gmail.com.

VETERAN OF THE WEEK

Charlie Simmons

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Beaufort’s Charlie Simmons, 75, graduated from St. Helena High School in 1964 and joined the United States Marine Corps in 1967 in Stamford, Conn. After boot camp at Parris Island and Infantry training, he went straight to Vietnam into Quang Tri province during the Tet Offensive. During his 13-month tour there,

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

A vote for good governance

In her letter to the editor regarding upcoming referendums, the Chair of the Beaufort Tea Party expressed contempt for the process of government in general, which is the base platform of the Tea Party. Personally, I appreciate those citizens who offer their time and expertise to serve in government. A sensible approach to governance is to elect the top levels of management and pay attention to the rules governing how they operate. These rules – such as avoiding nepotism and conflict of interest in appointed positions – offer the best approach to efficient governance. I would not want to see every government position on the ballot, and particularly not those that require very specific skills, like treasurer and auditor. Could

we just calm down and decide to trust the county administrator to do his/her job, under the rules, to hire and fire people? This way, if someone does not do a proper job for us, we don't have to wait for the next election to remove that person from office. The Administrator will do it in a legal and timely manner. That's good governance. That's a YES on appointment rather than election of Treasurer and Auditor in the upcoming referendum. – Carol Brown, Beaufort

Re: Local Option Sales Tax

On a low voter turnout off election year, Beaufort County Council placed on the ballot the 1 percent Lost Option Sales Tax. Hilton Head and Bluffton leadership are pushing for it. But they are not telling you the whole story.

PAL PETS OF THE WEEK

Cat of the Week: Molly is a cuddles enthusiast and would love to share her tips with you. She is a petite little lady with a strong will to find her next person. She came to us with her daughter and is ready for her next chapter in life. Molly is 12 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.

he experienced intense combat. He returned to Parris Island as a coach on the rifle range and was medically discharged in 1969. In 1972 he joined the Civil Service, first working at Naval Hospital Beaufort then at Parris Island. In 1987 he left the Civil Service to begin farming on St. Helena Island, including the raising of

large livestock. He has a grandson who serves as a Warrant Officer in the Army and a son-in-law who retired as a Lieutenant Colonel (Army) chaplain.

Under Title 4, the County, “MAY” use the 29% of the tax for the administration of LOST. This means, they can use it for any purpose they choose. This begs to question, why Council held a vote to increase their own pay, during the pandemic, while many of you lost your jobs and homes. As inflation hits, the amount of tax per item you pay increases. They want to add an additional 1 percent tax? Is County Council “Tone Deaf”? The poorest get hit the hardest. Those, who rent and struggle just to put food on the table. They see no rebate, or rent reduction. In fact, under inflation, they will see a rent increase. Property owners expect a windfall. They’d be foolish. There is no formula in Title 4 which dictates how the funds are distributed. In fact, as prices increase, the tax you pay increases. In the end, you’ll pay out far more than you recoup

in a rebate. Council wants to change our form of government by taking away your ability to vote for Treasurer and Auditor. Council wants them to be appointed positions. The reasoning is, they can fire them for reason, where as, it would take an election to vote the person out. Do you trust them? We have seen past employees/ appointments retain their positions under scandal. Any attempt at obtaining employee info for disciplinary issues was met with privacy policies. We can always vote the bums out, but we cannot trust County Council to hold our best interests first and foremost. Do not relinquish your power of your vote to a bureaucrat and career politician! Vote NO! To Referendum No. 1 and No. 2.

– Compiled by John Chubb, American Legion Post 9. For nominations, contact jechubb1@gmail.com.

– Ann Ubelis, Beaufort TEA Party Chair, Lady’s Island

Dog of the Week: Rosie is a special girl who needs out of the kennel environment. She needs a person who can provide a patient and quiet home. She would do well as the only animal in her home. Rosie is 9 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines, and microchipped.

If you are interested in adopting Molly, Rosie 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.

Beaufort County conducting test of voting machines From staff reports At 10 a.m., Friday, Oct. 29, the Board of Voter Registration and Elections of Beaufort County will conduct a public test of the Ballot Marking and Ballot Scanning devices for the following November 2, 2021 elections:

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• Town of Bluffton General Election • Town of Port Royal General Election • Town of Yemassee General • Beaufort County Referendums Special Election The public test will be con-

ducted at the Board of Voter Registration and Elections of Beaufort County office, located at 15 John Galt Road, Beaufort, S.C. 29906. There is limited space due to social distancing guidelines, and all CDC guidelines will be fol-

lowed. Guests are very strongly encouraged to wear masks for viewing of the public test and masks are available to those who do not have one. For more information, go to https://www.beaufortcountysc. gov/vote or call 843-255-6900.

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City to conduct drainage study in The Point

From staff reports The City of Beaufort is beginning a drainage study in The Point neighborhood, marking the start of its next major stormwater infrastructure project since completing the Mossy Oaks project earlier this year. The City has contracted with Davis & Floyd, an engineering firm with several locations in South Carolina, to conduct the study. Davis & Floyd is also working with the City of Charleston on various stormwater and infrastructure projects to address flooding. The study will consist of several elements, including assessing the state of all current drainage pipes in The Point, which is one of Beau-

fort’s neighborhoods most vulnerable to flooding caused by tropical storms, heavy rainfall and/or king tides. Davis & Floyd also will identify all current channels, ditches, inlets, and culverts, and recommend drainage improvements. Davis & Floyd will also install water gauges for a sixmonth period. The data collected from the gauges will be used to develop models to show how the neighborhood could be impacted by various levels of rainfall. The engineering company plans to hold at least two public meetings for Point residents to discuss the project. “This project will be one of the most complex ones in the City of Beaufort,” City of Beau-

fort Project Manager Neal Pugliese said in a release. “Our City Council is committed to addressing the flooding and drainage issues faced by the residents and businesses in this neighborhood.” The Point neighborhood is one of nine that were identified by City Council as high priorities for stormwater improvements to mitigate flood risk. Mossy Oaks was completed this year with a combination of bond and grant funding. The Point project will be coordinated with a study looking at impacts from rising sea level that will be conducted by the Army Corps of Engineers, City Manager Bill Prokop said.

A map shows where the City of Beaufort’s drainage study will occur in The Point neighborhood. Courtesy of Davis & Floyd.

And special thanks to YOU, our partners in progress and prosperity

hen Beaufort Memorial opened its doors in 1944, no one could have envisioned the robust, independent, community-focused hospital and provider network it would become. But at our journey’s every juncture, you—our community—have shared our aspirations. You’ve seen that we stood on a threshold, poised to step forward and care for our neighbors in new but essential ways. And at every turn, you’ve helped us succeed. So thanks to you, today we’re able to provide more than exceptional health care. With 1,600 employees (and counting), we’re the largest employer in Beaufort County, contributing directly and significantly to the economic security, prosperity and quality of life of the entire region.

Through partnerships with MUSC Health and other regional and national businesses, we’ve helped to create additional jobs and expand health care opportunities as well. And we’ve continued to work with large numbers of local employers for services ranging from landscaping and equipment maintenance and repair to printing and financial auditing. We’re proud to be a part of this thriving community and deeply honored to be recognized by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce and the Beaufort Economic Development Corporation for our contributions to the place we all call home. And we hope you’ll take a bow yourselves—you’ve been our partners every step of the way.

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NEWS

6th annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser set for Saturday Junior Service League of Beaufort hosts unique, interactive experience for children

From staff reports The Junior Service League of Beaufort (JSLB) is hosting the 6th annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30 at the Beaufort Town Center. Touch-a-Truck is a family event that offers a unique and interactive experience for children of all ages. Children will

have the opportunity to see, touch, and safely explore their favorite vehicles that serve our community. There will be a designated Quiet Hour from 10 to 11 a.m. for those sensitive to noise. Cost of admission is $5 per person (free for children younger than 18 months). “We are so excited to return

to the Beaufort Town Center for a spooktacular Touch-aTruck event this year. As JSLB members, we value enrichment in the lives of children and families, which is why it is so important for us to bring this unique event to Beaufort,” JSLB Touch-a-Truck Chairwoman Kelly Troccoli said in a release. “New this year is the

designated Quiet Hour from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. for members of our community who may be sensitive to noise and lights. During this hour, we will do our best to eliminate music, sirens, lights, etc., to ensure a comfortable experience for everyone. We are working hard to put on yet another safe, fun-filled event that will

BJWSA expands paid high school intern program

From staff reports Beaufort-Jasper Water & Sewer Authority (BJWSA) is adding two positions to its paid high school intern program, beginning in January 2022. In addition to fielding applicants for Field Operations and Customer Service, the Authority will add two additional internships for Water or Wastewater Operations, for a total of six prospective new employees. These interns will be paid $15.00/ hour. For information on applying to the program, go to www.bjwsa.org/intern-program. The program was devel-

oped in cooperation with the Career and Technical Education (CTE) offices for both Beaufort and Jasper County school districts. More than 60 students attended two open houses in March 2020. BJWSA staff interviewed the candidates, and last January selected four students, two from each county, to participate in the 15-week program. Two recruits were placed in field operations, and the other two in customer service. Training began immediately after orientation, with guidelines for supervisors to set expectations and metrics for achievement. The program met the

needs of the emerging workforce as well as BJWSA, with three of the four being hired. Linking student achievements to real world outcomes gives students opportunities to practice skills in real-world scenarios, helps them develop soft skills, allows them to observe professionals in action and network with potential employers. Hiring qualified, trained employees saves time and resources for the Authority. Part of the local and state mission for CTE is to encourage students to be career-ready through vocation pathways that help students learn technical and employ-

ability skills and earn industry credentials. Linda Tillery, chief of customer care, sums up the benefits for both BJWSA and students: “I think that the internship program is wonderful and provides a win-win for all parties. Those students who are not heading off to college have an opportunity to begin a career with a great company that provides stable benefits and pay. BJWSA gets employees that are junior, motivated with fresh perspectives and a potential ‘pipeline’ for the future.” For more information about BJWSA, visit www.bjwsa.org.

help us raise money that goes right back into our community through non-profit grants given out in May.” The event will feature many different types of equipment, including a fire truck, a patrol car, a SWAT car, stormwater vehicles, a monster truck, construction vehicles, and even a helicopter. The entertainment

area, and the event at large will reflect COVID protocols. To round out the experience, there will be live music and fabulous food, drinks, and libations available for purchase. In the case of rain, the event will be postponed to Nov. 6. Pets are not be allowed at the event.

COVID-19 test kits available at Beaufort County Libraries

From staff reports Through a partnership with the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC), Beaufort County Library branches now have free, saliva-based COVID-19 test kits that you can register, self administer, and return via FedEx. Residents can pick up a kit at any branch during normal operating hours. The kit includes instructions to register it online, self-administer

the test, and then drop off the testing kit at any FedEx Drop Box or FedEx location. You can also contact FedEx to schedule a pickup. (Do not return your kit to the library.) Kits must be mailed the same day the sample is taken. Each kit contains all necessary pieces to collect and return a sample. Please call your library before visiting to check on current inventory, as supplies are limited.

County seeking more participants for Veterans Day Parade

From staff reports Beaufort County is inviting the community to participate in the Nov. 11 Veterans Day Parade and say thank you to our veterans. The parade starts at 10 a.m. with the line-up of floats, bands, and civic groups, and all who want to march beginning at 8:30 a.m. The parade route starts in front of Beau-

fort National Cemetery, will head down Boundary Street, curve onto Bay Street, and end at the intersection of Boundary and Bladen Streets. Due to Covid concerns, the County parade committee will work closely with the city of Beaufort to monitor numbers to make sure the public and all parade participants remain safe. Beaufort County

and the City of Beaufort will review each month to address the COVID situation. If the COVID situation continues to deteriorate and the parade is canceled, a cancellation announcement will follow immediately. Be sure to look in downtown stores for posters made by local students saying thank you to our veterans.

Participants can find applications on the County website. Visit www.beaufortcountysc.gov/veterans-affairs to download the application. Every community group, children’s group, civic organization, and community member is encouraged to show their community spirit and our veterans how much they are

accessed on the City’s website, https://www. cityofbeaufort.org/165/Procurement, Bid Opportunities - or by contacting the Procurement Administrator.

needs. An option will also be included for pricing towards the creation of civil and architect drawings for recreation and structural elements as identified in the conceptual plan.

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The RFP and additional documents may be accessed on the City’s website, https://www. cityofbeaufort.org/165/Procurement, Bid Opportunities - or by contacting the Procurement Administrator.

a new drainage system along a portion of the project, site lighting, and landscaping as shown on the Construction Drawings. Allison Road will be milled and overlayed at the beginning and ending of the project where existing curb and gutter exists and overlayed throughout the rest of the project. Furthermore, an underground utility duct bank system for electrical and telecommunication lines will be constructed along the entire length of the project and new service connections will be established throughout. The Contractor will be responsible for coordination with the City and the utility companies for removal of all overhead lines and poles and underground utility relocation planning and construction.

LEGAL NOTICES

“EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY” City of Beaufort REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP 2022-105 Fire Department Medical Training The City of Beaufort is requesting proposals from licensed and qualified contractors to train fire fighters in Nationally Registered Basic Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT-B), Nationally Registered Advanced Medical Technician (NREMT-A), and Nationally Registered Paramedic (NREMT-P). Training must meet current state and national standards to prepare students to test for cognitive and skills exams for Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician P-A-B and qualify for SC State EMT P-A-B Licensure. This is a grant funded project through a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program. All applicable policies of FEMA, as well as state and federal legal requirements shall apply. The RFP and additional documents may be

THE SUBMITTAL DEADLINE IS 2:00 PM ET ON NOVEMBER 10, 2021 “EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY”

Some or all the funding for the project is being provided by a SCDOT Local Public Agency (LPA) TAP Grant, therefore all LPA requirements will apply to the contract.

City of Beaufort PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP 2022-103 Southside Park Comprehensive Plan The City of Beaufort seeks proposals from qualified design teams to create a Conceptual Plan for Southside Park in Beaufort, South Carolina. Project goals include a conceptual master plan. The plan will be sensible and responsive to: Southside Park Task Force recommendations, surrounding neighborhoods, climate change, sea level rise, parking, recreation structures orientation, costs, maintenance, and operational

City of Beaufort PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP 2022-101 Allison Road Project The scope of work consists of construction of an 8’ sidewalk along the north side of Allison Road, resurfacing of the existing roadway, installing

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Change in Beaufort County government Beaufort County Referendums Local Question 2, placed on the ballot by Beaufort County Council, involves the change of the Beaufort County government “from that of a Council-Administrator form of government as set forth in S.C. Code of Laws Title 4, Chapter 9, Article 7 (1976, as amended) to that of a Council-Manager form of government as set forth in S.C. Code of Laws Title 4, Chapter 9, Article 9 (1976, as amended) and provide for the appointment of the County Treasurer and County Auditor?” A “yes” vote would make the

The RFP and additional documents may be accessed on the City’s website, https://www. cityofbeaufort.org/165/Procurement, Bid Opportunities - or by contacting the Procurement Administrator. THE SUBMITTAL DEADLINE IS 2:00 PM ET ON DECEMBER 8, 2021 “EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY”

change to allow the County Administrator to appoint the County Treasurer and the County Auditor. A “no” vote would keep the current system, whereby the County Treasurer and County Auditor are elected. This ballot question is likely a result of the ongoing situation with Auditor Jim Beckert, who has been sued twice by Beaufort County in efforts to compel him to do his elected duties. Beckert, elected to a four-year term in 2018, is also facing two separate harassment suits from Beaufort County Treasurer Maria Walls and former Beaufort County Financial Officer Alicia Holland. As an elected official, Beckert can’t be disciplined by the county and can only be removed by the governor, which is not likely. Port Royal Town Council Northern Beaufort Count voters residing withing the town limits of Port Royal will decide who gets the pair of Town Coun-

appreciated. The deadline to submit parade applications is Sunday, Oct. 31. In case of inclement weather, the parade will be canceled. For more information, contact Beaufort County Veterans Affairs at 843-2556880. Broadcast Support Those interested may also

submit a video recording for the County Channel TV and social media platforms if interested. Organizations can have a 30-seconds messag thanking our veterans. Bands and performers can submit two songs or short performances with a military theme. For more information, apply and contact Jan Beaudrie at jbeaudrie@bcgov.net.

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ELECTION DAY QUESTIONS? Visit the League of Women Voters’s Vote411.org website to see what’s on your ballot, view and compare answers to candidate questions, double check your polling place, and print or get a copy of your personal Vote411 Voter Guide. The League of Women Voters, Beaufort Area, is a nonpartisan political organization that encourages the informed and active participation of citizens in government. To donate or to become a member, visit their website lwvbeaufort.org.

cil seats up for grabs. Four candidates are vying for those two at-large seats. The four candidates include incumbents Mary Beth Heyward and Darryl Owens, as well as challengers Eddie Gugino and John Hazel. Yemassee Mayor and Town Council The half of the Town of Yemassee that resides in Beaufort County will be voting for Mayor and two at-large Town

Council seats. The choice for mayor should be easy – incumbent Mayor Colin Moore is running unopposed. There are six candidates – Trena Ellis, Natasha N. Greene, Robert Moore, David Paul Murray, Stacy Pinckney and Darrell Russell – running for two vacant Town Council seats. Voting in-person absentee If you are working Nov. 2, will be out of town, are disabled or 65 or older, you can bring your ID and vote absentee in-person through Friday, Oct. 29, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 16 John Galt Road, Beaufort. The last day to vote in-person absentee is Monday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If mailing or dropping off your Absentee Ballot to the Board of Elections, it must be received no later than 7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 2. Mike McCombs is the Editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.

NEWS

Jury convicts man of attacking woman with box cutter

From staff reports A Lady’s Island man who attacked a woman with a box cutter in a dispute over a motel room has been convicted of attempted murder. A Beaufort County General Sessions Court jury found Demetrius Deon Thompson, 43, guilty Thursday, Oct. 21, of attacking a St. Helena Island woman in December 2020. Thompson also was convicted

for possession of a weapon during commission of a violent crime. He was sentenced Friday Thompson to 12 years in prison for the attempted murder and five years for the weapon charge. The sentences are to be served concurrently. “Mr. Thompson hunted

down his victim to attack her over the bill for a motel room,” Assistant Solicitor Daniel Gourley, who prosecuted the case, said in a release. “His violent reaction and his history of criminal behavior makes it clear Mr. Thompson is a danger to the community and needs to be off the streets.” According to prosecutors, Thompson and the woman stayed together in a Port Roy-

Beaufort Homes for the Holidays hosting 20th Anniversary Tour of Homes on The Point

From staff reports Beaufort Homes for the Holidays is celebrating with the 20th Anniversary Tour on the Point, featuring a walking tour of six homes and St. Peter’s Historic Church downtown, all professionally decorated by local interior designers and talented artists. This is a rare opportunity to tour homes dating from the 1800’s to the modern era showcasing a variety of styles and architecture, many with recent renovations. Home Tours will be held from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 20 and Sunday, Nov. 21. Tickets are $45 prior to November 20; $50 on the day of the tour. Tour tickets are available on our website at www.beauforthomesfortheholidays. com and at local area businesses in October, including The Chocolate Tree, Sweet Bay, Scout Southern Market, The Kitchen, Dataw Island Pro Shop, Markels (Bluffton) and St. Peter’s Catholic

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Johnson III of St. Helena Island. Smalls was not charged at the time of the initial investigation, and Johnson was not immediately located. As investigators continued to evaluate evidence and interview witnesses, they learned

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business owners to support efforts to support housing for their employees. “We want people to be able to live here, to be part of this community,” she said. Owens, who directs a non-profit educational foundation in Jasper County, and Hazel, owner of the Devil Dog

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approved development master plan for the property but it’s a sure bet there will be issues to resolve once the paperwork is completed and the actual development begins. The winners of next Tuesday’s election may have a major say in how those issues are handled although the future of the property never seemed to become a major campaign topic. Local, off-year elections off result in low-voter turnout. But as always, every vote counts especially when big development changes are knocking at the door. Congratulations Rob Merchant BEAUFORT – A recent promotion that seems to

al motel on Dec. 4, 2020. The two quarreled over who would pay for a second night’s stay, and Thompson told authorities that when he awoke the next morning, the woman had already departed without leaving money for an additional night. Angered, Thompson left the room with a box cutter and began looking for the woman. He found her walking with another man along

a road near the Beaufort High School football stadium on Lady’s Island. Thompson confronted her, then slashed her neck with the box cutter. The woman was treated at Beaufort Memorial Hospital. Beaufort County Sheriff’s officers located Thompson shortly after the attack, and he led them to the box cutter, which had the victim’s blood and hair on it.

Thompson’s criminal history includes convictions for trespassing, possession of marijuana, assault and battery, sale or delivery of cocaine, and sex-offender registry violations. Gourley called 11 witnesses during the two-day trial at the Beaufort County Courthouse. Circuit Court Judge Carmen T. Mullen handed down the sentence.

PAINT A PUMPKIN

Willy Rivas, 8, wasn’t wasting time with his painting efforts during Saturday’s Paint-a-Pumpkin activity at Southern Elk Boutique and Artisans Center on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. Willy took a bolder approach. He covered his pumpkin with one color then, after a few minutes in the sun, repainted it with entirely different color. The 20th Anniversary Tour of Homes on The Point is a rare opportunity to tour homes dating from the 1800’s to the modern era showcasing a variety of styles and architecture, many with recent renovations. Photo by Sandy Dimke. Church Office. For more information visit

our website or call 843-5226503.

that following the shooting, Johnson fled to Augusta, Ga. When investigators found Johnson was wanted by Georgia authorities on unrelated assault charges, they reached out to Richmond County (Ga.) Sheriff’s Office deputies and advised them that Johnson was a person of interest in Cohen’s murder. On Thursday, Oct. 21, Richmond County Sheriff’s Office deputies and the Unit-

ed States Marshals Service located Johnson and took him into custody on the active warrants from Georgia. He was incarcerated at the Richmond County Detention Center. On Saturday morning, Oct. 23, after warrants were issued, investigators located Smalls at a residence on St. Helena Island and took her into custody on the three arrest warrants.

Children had to shield their eyes from the bright sun being reflected off what appeared to be an aluminum-clad emergency blanket during the Paint-a-Pumpkin activity Saturday at Southern Elk Boutique and Artisians Center in Port Royal. Photos by Bob Sofaly.

Marine retail shop, stressed the importance of “obtainable housing.” “Port Royal needs to continue to attract … people of different income … affordable for you may not be affordable to me,” Owens said. Hazel brought up the future of the Naval Hospital, located within Port Royal and often rumored for possible closure. He suggested the town should be preparing for that possibility and consider attracting an

educational institution there, one that might focus on medical training. All four candidates spoke in support of short-term rentals and their value to the town’s economy but agreed some regulation by the town is needed. When questioned about the most pressing issue facing the town, in terms of quality of life, Owens listed “affordability … can people afford to stay here?”

Heyward stressed the current lifestyle – with occasional street music events, the skate park, the farmers’ market – as one of the biggest town assets. Gugino and Hazel both said there were more activities for young people. “It’s very important to maintain the businesses that are here,” Gugino said. As chairman of the town’s parks commission, Hazel said the presence of multiple parks is valuable but “we’re always

have slipped through the media reports is the recent appointment of Rob Merchant to the county’s Planning Director position. Merchant, who was serving as both Deputy and Interim Planning Director (wonder if he got two paychecks?) since Eric Greenway took the County Administrator position. Merchant has been with the county since 1999 and in that time has seen a lot of design plans cross his desk. Most recently he and other members of the staff, working with consultants, navigated passage of the county’s state-required comprehensive development plan “Envision Beaufort County 2040” which wasn’t an easy task considering COVID restrictions. The County Council has blessed the Plan with two of the three necessary votes of

approval – unanimous votes – and is on track for final adoption well before the end of the year. Good luck to Merchant … and all his stalwart planners.

work hours, it’s bound to be a success … IF it gets built. The proposed location is 131 Sea Island Parkway, across the street from Bill’s Liquors and adjacent to the Garrett Dry Cleaning and U-Haul business. Is there a much busier location on the Parkway? The Sea Island Coastal Coalition thinks not and is concerned about the potential impact on traffic, which as most people who drive over there know, is already undesirable. Trask needs a special use variance to build a “restaurant” in that neighborhood commercial district, a variance to build outside the parcel’s build-to boundaries and a special use variance for a drive-through window. The SCCC points out all this as the county works on a road improvement plan which will hopefully

Could it be true – fresh donuts coming to the island? LADY’S ISLAND – If you get a chance Thursday afternoon, around 5 p.m. AND you have nothing else to do AND you care about Lady’s Island, you might want to tune into the county Zoning Board of Appeals. They’re scheduled to hear a request from Graham Trask for some variances to build a new home for what is reported to be … DUNKIN DONUTS! Yes, a donut franchise is finally coming to “the islands,” and based on what you can see at the Boundary Street location, during the drive-to-

FIND OUT MORE The League of Women Voters Beaufort has compiled information on the candidates which is available at their website, https://www.vote411. org/.

trying to do more.” All mentioned the importance of getting more small, independent businesses into the town to create more jobs and better, competitive wages. “You’re never going to catch address the future impacts of developments in the area like Whitehall and the new Harris Teeter, if it ever gets built. The Board of Appeals meeting is available on the County Channel live or on demand by visiting the county’s website. Dining updates BEAUFORT – On the other side of town, The Island News Editor Mike McCombs reported last week we might be in store for the area’s first Cook Out, a N.C.-based fast food restaurant that may be moving into the former Golden Corral on Robert Smalls Parkway. And of course, a new Wendy’s is emerging from the ground on Trask Parkway, to replace the “old” Wendy’s at 2234 Boundary which is closed. The city, working with

the Chamber of Commerce advocating against growing the local business community,” interjected Chamber Director Ian Scott, who moderated the forum. Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editorial assistant/columnist with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonian (Lumberton, N.C.). She can be reached at bftbay@gmail.com. the county and the Open Land Trust, agreed to pay $525,000 for the Wendy’s property in 2020, making it part of the Boundary Street linear open-space park. The park project will include the former United Way building, now temporary home to the county engineering department, and may feature a small welcome center, according to OLT plans for the area. It will make a lovely spot to go eat your fast-food lunch and contemplate what was once Battery Saxton, a Union defense earthworks built to secure the town. Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editorial assistant/columnist with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonian (Lumberton, N.C.). She can be reached at bftbay@gmail.com.

OCTOBER 28–NOVEMBER 3, 2021

WHAT’S HAPPENING Shorts at High Noon

Noon to 1 p.m., Wednesdays through Nov. 17, Technical College of the Lowcountry’s Beaufort campus. A collaboration between the Beaufort Film Society and TCL, screenings are free and open to the public. Check-in is at 11:30 a.m. All films are from the 2021 Beaufort International Film Festival. Schedule and trailers for all featured shorts are available at https://www.beaufortfilmfestival.com/officialselections-2021. Masks are required.

Veteran Entrepreneur Services webinars

Noon to 1 p.m., Wednesdays through Dec. 8. Webinars open to veterans, their families and all business owners. All sessions allow for live interaction with presenters. All sessions are free via Zoom. Register at SCLowcountry. score.org. For questions or information, email ellen.maloney@scorevolunteer.org. Schedule: Nov. 3 – Building Your Business Plan; Nov. 10 – Non-traditional Methods of Financing Your Business; Nov. 17 – Traditional Methods of Financing Your Business; Dec. 1 – Using Marketing and Social Media to Grow Your Business; Dec. 8 – Veteran Business Owners Roundtable.

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 unionchurch1004@ gmail.com or call 843-524-4333.

Port Royal Farmers Market

9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, year round, 1615 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Rain or shine. For more information, visit http://www. portroyalfarmersmarket.com/, visit @ portroyalfarmersmarket on Facebook or call 843-295-0058.

Beaufort Art Association’s All Member Show

11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, through 2022, Beaufort Art Association Gallery, 913 Nay Street, Beaufort. Each year, the Gallery invites all the BAA general members to submit two pieces of their art, to be exhibited. This year the public will be able to see the work of a dozen or more members who support BAA but chose only to exhibit through our satellite galleries and our Spring Show.

LIVE After 5

5 to 8 p.m., every third Thursday each month, downtown Beaufort. Recurring monthly party with live music, local artists, late night shopping and drink and food specials. Rain or shine. Free entertainment, sponsored by Activate Beaufort. Entertainment schedule: Thursday, Oct. 21 – Alan Price; Thursday, Nov. 18 – Nick Poulin.

Zerbini Family Circus

6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 28; 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29; 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30; 3 p.m. and 5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 31, 12 Sammie Lane, Beaufort. Tickets are $12 online and $15 at the gate for adults, $5 for children. Proceeds will benefit the Battery Creek Girls Soccer Team and the 7th Day Adventist Church. For tickets, visit https://bit.ly/2XrnIgi.

Technical College of the Lowcountry Health Sciences Open House

5-7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 28, Beaufort Mather Campus, Building 4. Information available on Associate Degree in Nursing, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiologic Technology, Practical Nursing, Massage Therapy, Medical Assisting and Surgical Technology. For a complete list of degree, certificate or diploma programs, visit www.tcl.edu/academics/pathways. To RSVP, go to www.tcl.edu/openhouse. The events are free and open to the public.

Karate Halloween Party

6:15 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 28, McElroys Martial Arts Academy, Island Recreation Center, Hilton Head Island. Kids ages 5 to 12 welcome. Cost is free. Kids wear Halloween costumes or karate uniform. Demonstrations, candy, cupcakes, cookies, etc. Free. Contact McElroys Martial Arts Academy at 843-8160153 or mcelroy@hargray.com, so they know how many are coming.

Battery Creek High School Trunk or Treat

5 to 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, Battery Creek High School. Setup will begin at 4:30 p.m. Setup will begin at 4:30 p.m. in front of school. For more information, email elizabeth. melton@beaufort.k12.sc.us.

For a Scary Good Time

6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, Social Betty, 204 Carteret Street. Live music, costume party, door prizes. Wine tasting ans charcuterie. RSVP at socialbetty204@gmail.com.

OCTOBER 28–NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Spooktacular Halloween Party

5 to 11 p.m., Friday, Oct. 29, Amvets Post 70, 1831 Ribault Road, Port Royal. Costume party with costume contest, Scaryoke with Luscious Locks Eric.

6th annual Touch-a-Truck fundraiser

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30, Beaufort Town Center. Benefits the Junior Service League of Beaufort (JSLB). Cost is $5 per person, free for children younger than 18 months old. Designated Quiet Hour from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. for those sensitive to noise. Touch-a-Truck is a family event that offers a unique and interactive experience for children of all ages. Children will have the opportunity to see, touch, and safely explore their favorite vehicles that serve our community. Event will feature many different types of equipment to explore, including a fire truck, a patrol car, a SWAT car, stormwater vehicles, a monster truck, construction vehicles, and even a helicopter. The entertainment area, and the event at large will reflect COVID protocols. There will be music and food, drinks, and libations available for purchase. In the case of rain, the event will be postponed to Nov. 6. Pets are not allowed at the event. For additional information about Touch-a-Truck or Junior Service League of Beaufort please contact Communication Director Meredith Birch at communication.jslb@gmail.com, or visit www. jslbeaufort.com.

Spooky Halloween Party

10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, Beaufort. Event is free. Event will feature crafts, a costume party, a D.J., inflatable games, trick-or-treating and entertainment. Food and beverages will be available for purchase.

Lowcountry Made Halloween Pop-Up Market

Noon to 5 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30, Lot 9 Brewing Co., 258 Red Cedar Street, #14 in Bluffton. Shop with more than 15 Lowcountry artisans and bring the kids for trick-or-treating with vendors. Costumes are encouraged.

Battery Point Zombie Run

6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30. Benefiting CAPA. Call 843-525-0102 to register or volunteer.

Uptown Trunk or Treat

3 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 31, Charles Lind Brown Center, 1001 Hamar Street, Beaufort. Kids, Cops, Cars & Candy Edition. Face panting, candy, glow sticks. Hosted by Great Grand Family Foundation in conjunction with Charles Lind Brown Task Force. Sponsored by Classic Car Club of Beaufort, City of Beaufort Police and Beaufort County Parks & Recreation.

USC Beaufort Chamber Music series

5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 31, USCB Center For The Arts. Guest is 2021 Classical Music Artist of the Year, violinist and violist James Ehnes. For more information or to purchase tickets or virtual access, go to www.uscchambermusic. com or call 843-208-8246.

Auldbrass Opening Cocktail Party

6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 3, Old Bay Marketplace Rooftop, 917 Bay Street, Beaufort. Cost is $100 per person. The Open Land Trust is kicking off the Auldbrass tour weekend with a cocktail party with Frank Lloyd Wright experts. Nelson Brackin, Greg Gamel and Jim Klippel will mix and mingle and talk all things FLW. There will be cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and live entertainment. Tickets are availavble at https://bit.ly/3A5sPQI.

Auldbrass Tours

8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 4, Friday, Nov. 5 and Saturday, Nov. 6, 7 River Road, Yemassee. Tickets are $175, and there are no refunds. Tickets are available at are available at https://bit.ly/3A5sPQI, and proceeds from the tour benefit the Beaufort County Open Land Trust. Auldbrass was built in 1939 for C. Leigh Stevens, a Michigan industrialist, by Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright famously designed the residential structure without any right angles. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation describes the property as a “4,000-acre tract of land on the banks of the Combahee River, the plantation is one of the largest and most complex residential projects Wright ever undertook.” Auldbrass Plantation was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 and is one of only two buildings Wright designed in South Carolina. Tickets are sold on a first come- first served basis. The tour is mostly self-guided. The Main House tour is guided with groups of 12. Rain or shine event. No children under the age of 12. No strollers. No coolers. No pets. No smoking. No interior photos. Walking tour – Absolutely no third-party sales.

Technical College of the Lowcountry All Program Area (Except Health Sciences) Open House

4-6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 4, Beaufort Mather Campus, Building 4. Information available

on the Arts, Building & Industrial, Business Management & Accounting, Computers & Electronics, Human Services, Law & Criminal Justice and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math). For a complete list of degree, certificate or diploma programs, visit www.tcl.edu/academics/pathways. To RSVP, go to www.tcl.edu/openhouse. The events are free and open to the public.

First Friday

5 p.m., Friday, Nov. 5, downtown Beaufort. Bay Street will be closed to automobile traffic. Live music by Steel Rail Express, rocks climbing wall, Lowe’s Craft Tent and power tool demo, train rides and gift card giveaways.

Maye River Quilters Guild meeting

10 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 6 via Zoom. To get a link for the meeting, visit mayeriverquiltguild. com. For more information, call 843-530-1244.

Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands guided tours

9 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 6; Saturday, Dec. 4. The Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands (501c3) offers free tours to the public. Tours will be conducted by Master Naturalist Jill Moore from Moore To Life. Tours begin at the amphitheater (Paris Avenue), and you will be guided through the rookery, viewing the many varieties of birds and wildlife and learning the benefits of this stormwater system & working organic laboratory. Those interested in attending, reserve a spot by email at info@foprcw.org. For more information, visit www.foprcw.org, follow us on Facebook at FriendsofPRCypressWetlands, or on Instagram at friendsofprcypresswetlands.

Salute to Service Military Appreciation

1 to 4 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, Naval Heritage Park, Port Royal. Free community event to honor military of past and present. Parris Island Band, free hot dogs, food trucks, business giveaways, kids activities, community and base leader presentations. Presented by Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce.

Chef’s Table Benefit & Auction

6 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, Harbour Town Clubhouse, 11 Lighthouse Lane, Hilton Head Island. Tickets are $150 per person, $1,200 for table of eight. Event is limited to 250 guests. Featuring Rob Mondavi, Jr., and more than 15 Lowcounty chefs. Hosted by Jesse Blanco of Eat It & Like It. Chef’s Appetizer Showcase & Cocktails, 6 p.m. Chef’s Five-Course Dinner, 7:15 p.m. Live auction, 8:30 p.m. Event and auctiojn registration at www.tcl.edu/table. All proceeds benefit the Culinary Institute of the South at Technical College of the Lowcountry and its students.

Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club November meeting

4:30 to 7:30 p.m., Saturday Nov. 6, Port Royal Community Beer Garden. Tickets are $40 in advance, $50 at the door. Includes all-you-caneat oysters, a craft beer, live entertainment and dessert. Proceeds support Help of Beaufort. To order tickets, visit www.helpofbeaufort.org.

7 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. Social begins at 6:30 p.m. Guests are welcome. Reservations are not needed. Director Erin Levesque of the Waddell Mariculture Center will discuss the updated facilities, and how important this research facility is to our local area and State resources. Comments will also be presented on the possibility of adding hatchery-raised Southern Flounder. Dr. Al Stokes, former director, will also share information about our waterways and their marine life which greatly contributes to the Lowcounty culture. Weigh in your favorite catch at the Port Royal Landing Marina – Safe Harbor – during regular hours. Curtis McDaniels won the monthly $50 drawing for August. Winners must be present at the next month’s meeting to receive the cash award. For additional information, contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.

Edwin McCain

Bands, Brews & BBQ

Help of Beaufort Oyster Roast

5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 6, John Paul II Catholic School campus. Proceeds benefit John Paul II Catholic School. Local band Twin Roots, with lead singer and JPII performing arts teacher Ava Nixon, will kick off the evening events, followed by The Nice Guys before McCain takes the stage. Tickets ($50-$75) and parking passes ($20) are available on the school’s website at https://bit.ly/3EVYYhh. Concert goers are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets. Multiple area food trucks will be on site. The JPII grounds will open at 4 p.m. The concerts begin at 5 p.m. McCain is expected to take the stage around 8 p.m.

Rotary of the Lowcountry Family Oyster Roast

6 to 10 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 6, Live Oaks Park, Port Royal. Tickets are $35 and include oysters, beer, wine, sodas, hot dogs, chili and dessert. Tickets can be purchased at Port Royal Police Department, Bay Street Jewelers and Lowcountry Insurance Services. Live music by Mike Kavanaugh. Door prizes, live and silent auction. Oyster knives available for purchase. For more information, contact Dick Deuel at 843-441-1587 or dick.deuel@yahoo. com.

Bourbon, Bubbles and Brew

5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 7, Breakwater Restaurant and Bar, 203 Carteret Street, Beaufort. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at BeaufortFilmFestival.com. A fun-filled evening of tasting fine “bourbons, bubbles and brews” with music by the ClusterShucks will benefit the Beaufort Film Society.

BCSD Traveling Preschool Bus

10 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Nov. 9, Lobeco Library, 1862 Trask Parkway, Seabrook. Discover everything you need to know about school readiness and developmentally appropriate early childhood activities for children ages birth to 5 years. Take advantage of our fun-filled and educational activities like reading, writing, drawing, dramatic play, building blocks and more. The BCSD Office of Early Childhood also provides additional brochures and referral information for family support services, along with developmental screenings, for children ages 3 to 5 years. Free books and materials for children available.

Veterans Day Parade

10 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 11, begins at Beaufort National Cemetery. Parade lineup at 9 a.m. Parade entry application can be found at www.beaufortcountysc.gov/ veterans-affairs. Registration deadline Oct. 31. For more information, call Beaufort County Veterans Affairs at 843-255-6880. Participating organizations already include Wreaths Across America Beaufort, Association of U.S. Army, Disabled American Veterans Chapter 12, American Legion Post 9, Amvets Post 70, Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 8760, Knights of Columbus.

6 to 9 p.m., Friday, Nov. 12 and 11a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, Paris Avenue in Port Royal. This official South Carolina Barbecue Association sanctioned event benefits FRIENDS of Caroline Hospice. Friday night is the Wing Throw Down when you can sample wing recipes from participating cookers while enjoying live music from The Paris Island Marine Corps Dirty Boots Brass Band and The Chiggers. Saturday is the BBQ tasting day with cook teams from across the Southeast. There will be live music from Campfire Tyler, The Amanda Brewer Band, Donnie Polk, and Irritating Julie. Awards will be presented on Saturday by the South Carolina BBQ Association. General admission is free. The sampling of wings Friday night and BBQ Saturday will be available by purchasing tickets for $1. Beer, soda and wine will also be available for purchase. Event will take place rain or shine. For more information and volunteer opportunities go to fochospice.org or call 843525- 6257.

Beaufort-Jasper ACE Friends & Family Day

9 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Nov. 13, BeaufortJasper ACE, 80 Lowcountry Drive, Ridgeland. Flea market, tours of the school, student presentations, services from school programs, ACE food truck and more. Flea market runs from 8 a.m. to noon, set-up begins at 7 a.m. Flea market spots (8-foot by 18-foot) are $20. Food truck spots are $40. No chairs, tables or electricity provided. Contact Ms. Dixon at 987-8107 for reservations or more information. Rental agreement forms are available at bjace.org and must be submitted, along with payment, prior to Nov. 5.

CPR re-certification

8 a.m to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal, offers CPR. Cost is $25 for YMCA certified course. Those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Contact Contact Frank Hamilton at 843-525-0233 or ghh60fwh@comcast.net.. To register visit the Y front desk or online at beaufort-jasperymca.org and click ‘Register for a Program’ at the top of the page.

YMCA Puppy Plunge

9 to 11 a.m., Saturdays, Nov. 20, Dec. 18, Jan. 29, Feb. 26, and March 26. Wardle Family YMCA, Outdoor pool, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal. Well-behaved canines of all breeds and sizes are welcome. Cost is $10 per pup. All proceeds benefit the Y’s Learn to Swim program. Owners will be required to sign a waiver before entering the enclosed, exterior pool area (use the side entrance gate), must be present with their pups at all times, and humans are not permitted to swim in the Puppy Plunge. The YMCA asks that pets be up-to-date on all vaccinations. Event is weather dependent so check the YMCA social media or call the Y front desk at 843-522-9622 the morning of the Puppy Plunge to check any status update.

BUSINESS

Losing a Loved One: A Financial Checklist By Ben Witcher When my father passed at an early age, my mother had to sort through matters which few of her peers were familiar with. I was too young to understand the significance of what unfolded at the time, but I’ve since learned that I owe a great deal of thanks for the guidance of my grandfather. He helped his daughter navigate grief without losing sight of the administrative affairs to be addressed. And I’m convinced it was the attention to these details that opened up opportunities one would want for their grandchildren in such circumstances. He too passed a few years later, but not before teaching me one thing: the importance of keeping a list. A list is objective. A list holds one accountable. A list can balance your priorities amidst overwhelming times of emotion or uncertainty. When you plan the work and work the plan, you find reward and reduce anxiety as each item is addressed. Yet, according to several of the surviving spouses we speak with, the ultimate “Honey-Do” list is more of a love note that’s best composed together before you actually need it. Collect all key documents Your first financial order of business is to collect the many documents required to deal with the deceased’s fi-

nancial affairs. Order at least 10 certified copies of the death certificate (available from the city clerk’s office, county registrar, health department or funeral home). Most financial institutions, government agencies and creditors require the death certificate before you’re allowed to take actions like closing accounts. Insurance companies also need it to pay survivor benefits. Then gather up the documents that will help you identify assets and debts and submit benefit claims. These include the deceased’s: • wills and trusts • beneficiary designations • tax returns • recent pay stubs • insurance policies • financial statements (checking and savings accounts, investment accounts including 401(k)s and IRAs, CDs, etc.) • credit card statements • mortgage statements and other home-related documents

If you are a surviving spouse Within three months of the funeral, contact the institutions where you spouse had accounts—such as banks, brokerage firms, insurance companies, and pension fund administrators—and inform them of your spouse’s death. Ask them to guide you

through the process of applying for benefits and having beneficiaries transfer ownership of assets. Here are a few key items to address: • If your spouse had an IRA or other retirement accounts, find out if (and when) you will be required to make distributions from them. • If he or she had a pension through a former employer, ask that company’s benefits office about benefits or other income you may be entitled to. • Cancel accounts (cell phone, credit cards), memberships and subscriptions that are no longer needed to prevent potential fraud or identity theft. Meet with the executor of your spouse’s estate (if it’s someone other than you) to go over the documents gathered earlier and to discuss the legal and tax issues related to settling the estate. Tip: You both may want to review those issues with a professional such as a financial advisor or an estate planning attorney who can explain the various rules and guidelines involved in administering estates. Be sure to claim any assets you held jointly with your spouse. In general, joint assets will pass directly to you without needing approval

from a probate court. That said, you may need to request that joint bank account funds be released to you. Important: You can change the property titles of joint assets such as a mortgage or any vehicles into your name by contacting your mortgage company or local county assessor and your state’s Department of Motor Vehicles. Next, plan to have tax returns for your spouse prepared (or request an extension) by April 15, and pay any outstanding bills. Finally, an important “don’t”: Avoid making any immediate decisions about assets you inherit from your spouse—such as an insurance payout, an IRA or a brokerage account—especially if you are still grieving or feeling highly emotional. Instead, consult with a trusted investment professional or a tax expert about tax issues related to the inheritance as well as to get objective advice about managing the new assets as you plan for the future.

If you are the executor or administrator You’ll have many responsibilities if you are legally tasked with making decisions about and implementing actions for the deceased person’s estate. Some of the most important steps you’ll need to

take include: Determine if probate is needed. Probate is the legal process through which the deceased’s estate is settled and administered to beneficiaries, creditors and others. Small estates may be exempt from this process and can be settled quickly, while larger estates may need to go through probate court to be finalized. Probate is begun first in the deceased person’s state of residence, and laws vary widely from state to state. Apply for a tax ID. Get an Employer Identification Number (EIN) from the IRS and include it on all tax returns and tax documents you prepare for the estate. This number will help ensure that all probate estates and trusts are properly accounted for. Set up an estate account. This is a separate bank account exclusively for handling all estate financial transactions such as paying bills and receiving income benefits. Manage the estate’s finances. Do an inventory of the estate’s assets and obligations and notify any beneficiaries. Let creditors know of their right to make a claim. And collect any income that is due to the estate—including salary, employee benefits and insurance proceeds. File estate tax returns. In general, estate tax returns are due nine months after the

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Learning to live on a fixed income

Difficult financial times have forced many people young and old to alter their lifestyles in order to stay afloat financially. Though unemployment and job dissatisfaction has garnered most of the headlines as the economy has struggled through the COVID-19 crisis, it's not just men and women of working age who have felt the pinch. For many seniors fearful of financial struggles, learning how to successfully live on a fixed income can be a helpful way of ensuring their future. The following provides a framework seniors can rely

on to keep their heads above water during difficult economic times. • Make an honest assessment. Living on a fixed income involves being honest with yourself and admitting what your resources truly are. Write down any sources of income, including Social Security payments, pension payouts, investments, etc. Then write down how much money you have in savings or print out a statement of all savings accounts. • Once you have an accurate figure of both in-

come and savings, write down all your monthly expenses, including all expenses, no matter how minute they may seem. From here you can determine just how much you can spend each month. • Prioritize spending habits. Some expenses, including medications and monthly utility bills, will always remain a top priority. However, men and women who must begin living on a fixed income need to prioritize how they spend their discretionary funds. For instance, a membership

at a golf club can cost several thousands of dollars per year, whereas the local public golf course only charges players each time they play. • Find it for free. Men and women pay for many services each month that they could very well find for free. Always ask if a service, restaurant, or retail store offers a senior discount. For example, in addition to books, many local libraries now allow members to check out CDs and DVDs at no cost. The same also goes for magazines. If the lo-

cal library does not have your favorite periodical, the content could very well be available to read for free online at your library. • Expect the unexpected. One of the worst things that can happen to a person on a fixed income is to encounter an unexpected cost. This can include an unforeseen hospital visit (even Medicare has associated costs), a costly auto repair or even inflation that wasn't factored into your initial fixed income budget. Men and women

on fixed incomes should expect such emergencies and save accordingly each month. Saving money should never go out of style, and those on fixed incomes should still attempt to save money each month. Coming in under budget and making the most of it can make the difference between capably handling an emergency or being forced to consider unattractive alternatives such as filing for bankruptcy. For more information on living on a fixed income, visit the AARP at www.aarp.org.

Creamy squash soup with shredded apples This quick-to-fix soup is bursting with warm-you-up-flavor. Serve with a crisp green salad and crusty whole-wheat bread. Ingredients 2 (16 oz each) winter (butternut) squash

1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

2 medium apples (try Golden Delicious or Gala)

2 cans (12 oz each) fat-free evaporated milk

1 Tbsp olive oil

1/4 tsp salt 1/8 tsp ground black pepper

Directions 1. Cut a fresh butternut into small chunks, and place in a microwave-safe dish covered with 1 inch of water. Microwave on high for 5–10 minutes, or until squash is tender and can be easily pierced with a fork. Remove skin. Place squash in blender until desired consistency. 2. Meanwhile, peel then shred the apples using a grater or food processor, or peel and finely chop apples into thin strips. Set aside ¼ cup. 3. Warm oil in a 4-quart saucepan over medium heat. Add all but ¼ cup of the apples. Cook and

stir until apples soften, about 5 minutes. 4. Stir in thawed squash and pumpkin pie spice. 5. Add the evaporated milk about ½ cup at a time, stirring after each addition. 6. Season with salt and pepper. 7. Cook and stir over high heat just until soup is about to boil. 8. Ladle into individual soup bowls. Top each with a tablespoon of the unused apples. Sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice if desired and serve.

Tip: For chunkier soup, try two bags (14 oz each) of frozen diced butternut squash.

Yield: 4 servings; Serving size: 1 ½ C soup Each serving provides: calories 334 total fat 4g saturated fat 1g Recipe CREDIT: Keep the Beat recipes/ Deliciously Healthy Dinners ™ Keep the Beat is a trademark of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute

Inflammation and chronic disease may be related

There is medically researched evidence that points to inflammation and autoimmune diseases as producing a greater risk for cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s and heart disease, according to information published in “Consumer Reports: On Health.” Studies have indicated that inflammation, an immune-system response that may be exhibited through signs of swelling, redness and heat, can be partly to blame for these major chronic diseases.

How inflammation is involved

Inflammation is typical-

ly part of the body’s natural response to infection or injury. White blood cells are dispatched to the affected area and form a protective shell around the damage—a beneficial inflammation. Occasionally, however, the immune system is thrown out of whack and ends up attacking healthy tissue in addition to the unhealthy. This may cause low-grade, chronic inflammation, as is the case in many diseases such as psoriasis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Preliminary research has pointed out that those with a malfunctioning immune system are more at

risk of heart disease, Alzheimer’s, diabetes, and certain cancers.

Detecting a problem

Chronic inflammation may produce few outward symptoms, making it more difficult to detect. However, a blood test that measures a substance called C-reactive protein (CRP) may be a tool in diagnosing inflammation. The higher the CRP in the blood, the higher the overall inflammation. A newer high-sensitivity CRP (hsCRP) may be more effective in figuring out the role of inflammation with chronic disorders. To date, CRP

tests are mainly used to help detect and determine treatment options for arthritis and lupus.

Fighting the fire

Research continues into the effects of some medications that are traditionally prescribed for other conditions on treating inflammation. For example, statin drugs known for reducing cholesterol can reduce inflammation, as does regular aspirin use. But before practitioners begin widespread prescribing of medications without adequate testing, there are other options that may yield

fewer side effects to try first. • Prevent infections: Infection often means inflammation, therefore consider vaccinations against the flu, hepatitis B and for women, HPV. • Eat healthy foods: Foods rich in unsaturated fats such as fish, olive and canola oil, and whole grains should be a large part of the diet. Choose fish that are low-mercury suspects, such as wild salmon, shrimp, scallops and flounder. • Treat autoimmune disorders: Sufferers of lupus, rheumatoid arthritis or psoriasis should talk

with their doctors about effective treatment options to reign in inflammation. • Exercise and curb eating: Large meals may elevate CRP because digestion of large quantities of food triggers inflammation. Eat smaller portions and exercise moderately for a long time to keep weight down. • Keep stress at bay: Stress and depression can have negative impacts on health. Consider treatment for depression and stress, whether relaxation methods or prescription drugs.

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Sorting out symptoms: Fall allergies or COVID-19?

Dealing with Fall allergies during a pandemic can be confusing.

Stuffy nose, post nasal drip, sneezing and wheezing—ah, the joys of fall allergy season, or is it? According to Cleveland

Clinic allergist, Sandra Hong, MD, fall allergy symptoms can be easily confused with those of COVID-19. So, how do we tell them apart? “Things that, I think, make a difference and help you decide, is it allergies or is it COVID? With COVID we don’t have as much sneezing

and as much itching,” she explained. “So, if you’ve noticed every single year that you’ve gotten the same sorts of symptoms during the fall time, it probably is more allergy-related.” Dr. Hong said fever and loss of taste and smell are possible with severe aller-

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gies, but more common with COVID-19. Fatigue is also a COVID-related symptom, but allergy suffers can feel fatigued too. However, when fatigue is allergy-related it can sometimes be due to allergy medications causing drowsiness. If that’s the case, Dr. Hong said simply stopping or changing to a non-sedating medication can help. In addition, a stuffy nose from allergies may make it hard to breathe at night and

disrupt sleep patterns, making it hard to focus during the day. But, according to Dr. Hong, COVID-related fatigue is different and often debilitating. “COVID fatigue however, a lot of times people have fevers, a lot of times people are actually really achy with COVID and they feel really fatigued so much so that they just don’t want to get out of bed, we don’t see that nearly as much with allergies unless they are extreme-

ly severe allergies,” said Dr. Hong. If you’re unsure and concerned about your symptoms, call your healthcare provider to help determine what you’re dealing with. If someone is suffering from severe symptoms, like difficulty breathing, it’s best to seek emergency care. Source: https://newsroom. clevelandclinic.org/2021/10/05/ sorting-out-symptoms-fall-allergiesor-covid-19/

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Do you want more youthful-looking skin?

Few people would pass up the opportunity to look younger. But men and women who want to look a little more like their younger selves without resorting to surgery can still have younger, healthier-looking skin without going under the knife. Here are various ways to get more youthful-looking skin, many of which can benefit the rest of your body as well. • Quit smoking. Quitting smoking can add years to your life and improve your appearance. Smoking damages collagen and elastin in the skin, which are the substances that help keep skin flexible and firm. Also, smoking decreases blood flow to the skin and makes it difficult for it to receive enough oxygen to stay healthy. The act of smoking also can contribute to older-looking skin. Pursing the lips to draw on a cigarette, as well as squinting to avoid smoke

in the eyes can lead to the formation of wrinkles on the face. • Steer clear of the sun. Excessive exposure to ultraviolet light damages the skin and can cause it to age prematurely. Also, inadvertent UV exposure, which can happen when running errands or sitting in front of an open window, also can affect the skin. Sun exposure is the top cause of uneven skin tone and dark spots. Always wear sunscreen to protect the skin from the sun. Applying sunscreen daily should become as automatic as brushing your teeth each day. And wear good sunglasses, too. • Drink more water. A dehydrated body will divert water to the organs that need it the most, including the liver and heart. When that happens, skin pays the price by not receiving adequate hydration for skin cell renewal. By drinking the recommended six to eight glasses of

water per day, you can ensure your body is getting the fluids it needs to fuel natural functions, including skin cell production. • Exercise. By working out you’ll promote good cardiovascular health, which in turn will deliver blood flow and nutrients to the surface of your skin. Skin cells are pushed to the surface of the skin, helping to create a younger appearance and glow. Exercise also can help banish stress, which can contribute to an older appearance and frown. • Avoid alcohol. Drinking alcohol in excess can damage blood vessels over time. This can cause burst capillaries at the surface of the skin, which are highly visible. Drinking also may lead to flushing, which can affect appearance. People who have damaged their livers from drinking too much or abusing medication may develop jaundice, a medical condition charac-

terized by a yellowing of the skin. • Avoid stressful situations. It’s impossible to avoid all the stressors in life but taking steps to reduce stress can improve your psychological outlook and appearance. Stress can lessen your body’s ability to function properly, and that can affect the appearance of your skin. Stress-related insomnia can lead to undereye bags and a tired appearance. And according to the Archives of Dermatology, stress can increase your risk of skin diseases and may cause wounds to take longer to heal. • Eat a healthy diet. Your skin is the largest organ in your body, and it makes sense that healthy foods will benefit the skin. Omega-3 fatty acids found in walnuts, flax and fish oil are important for skin health because they support healthy cell membranes. Antioxidants like

vitamins A and C also are beneficial because they fight the effects of cell oxidation and combat free radicals that can lead to illness. • Take care of your skin at night. Moisturizers and serums with concentrated blends of vitamins, antioxidants and botanicals are most effective at night. That’s because, when ap-

plied at night, such products are in contact with the skin for several hours without being wiped off. Just be sure to apply any products to clean skin for maximum effect. A dermatologist can recommend the right products for your skin type. Source: https://jamanetwork.com/ journals/jamadermatology/

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How parents can help protect their kids from bullying

Bullying is an issue that impacts many children. In fact, research shows one in every five students reports being bullied. So, what can parents do to help protect them? “All of the research shows the number one protective factor for children who are struggling is having at least

one trusted adult who they can turn to. So, I recommend to all of the parents I speak with is to set aside 5 to 10 minutes each day just to talk to your kids. It can be about anything,” suggested Zeyd Khan, MD, child and adolescent psychiatrist for Cleveland Clinic Children’s. Dr. Khan said the key is

to be consistent with those conversations, that way your child feels more comfortable opening up to you. Parents should also pay attention for any obvious changes in their behavior, which could indicate that something is wrong. For example, they may keep coming up with reasons why

they can’t go to school or they are acting more withdrawn or depressed. Dr. Khan said a trend he notices with patients he talks to is that many times the child feels alone when they’re being bullied, and it’s just another reason why it’s important for bystanders to intervene. “Finding a way to pull them

from that situation and also interrupt the bully with what they’re doing -- because it’s a power struggle at that moment and they’re showing their perceived dominance,” explained Dr. Khan. “And if you’re able to kind of take them away, you’re able to confuse the bully and have a chance to show your support

for the victim in those times.” He said if you are concerned about your child, you can always reach out to their school or pediatrician for help. There are also plenty of great resources available online. Source: Cleveland Clinic News Service

Car seats and swings may not sleep baby safely

Frazzled new parents seek out any way to get their infants to sleep soundly, particularly when these parents also could use some shut eye. Some parents will attest that newborns seem to come into the world with their days and nights mixed up, as well as with an aversion to resting comfortably in a bassinet or crib, noting how infants seem to doze off most comfortably in swings or car seats. While it may be tempting to let sleeping babies lie, or rather, sit, in car seats when they’re asleep, research has suggested that car seats are

not the safest places for babies to sleep. A relatively recent study in the journal Pediatrics showed that the car seats can compress the chest wall and reduce airway size, possibly lowering blood oxygen levels. The study placed 200 healthy newborns in a hospital crib for 30 minutes and in a car bed or car seat for an hour. Infants who slept in a car seat or car bed had lower oxygen levels than when they slept in the crib. Pulmonary pediatrics experts at Massachusetts General Hospital concur, saying car seats can cause mild respiratory compromise in

about 20 percent of newborns. This means that the car seats should be restricted to use in the car only, and not be used as a makeshift sleeping area outside of the vehicle. Hypoxia, or a fall in oxygen levels that causes a deficiency in the blood, is associated with behavioral problems and adverse effects on development, offer researchers from Auckland University. Limiting time spent in car seats, and similarly, infant swings, can help prevent the condition. A child’s head can fall forward onto his or her chest and

cause a decline in available oxygen. When children are in car seats for travel, ensure the seat is set at the proper incline, usually a 45-degree angle. This helps keep airways open. If a child falls asleep in a swing at home, keep an eye on him or her. Turn off the rocking mechanism when he or she falls asleep and be sure that infants are always

buckled in securely to avoid their slipping out and falling. Keep the swing in the most reclined position until the baby is able to lift and hold up his or her head on his or her own. Also, don’t pad the swing with loose pillows or blankets, as this can increase SIDS risk, advises the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Parents should recognize

that car seats and swings should not be used as sleeping areas for children. Consult with a pediatrician about safer ways to help kids get some sleep. Sources: American Academy Pediatrics (AAP) https://www.aap.org Consumer Reports www.consumerreports.org Massachusetts General Hospital www.massgeneral.org

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Brick Wall Gallery celebrates 6 years

From staff reports Six years ago the Beaufort Art Association’s Board of Directors decided to take a proactive approach to the Association's non-profit gallery. A section of the gallery was designated "Brick Wall Gallery at Beaufort Art Association" and was created for members who wanted rent larger spaces within the Gallery to exhibit their work. To mark the Brick Wall Gallery's six-year anniversary, the Beaufort Art Association (BAA) is having a party. To coincide with Downtown Beaufort's First Friday, BAA will host an open house and reception on Friday, Nov. 5 at 913 Bay Street. The event is free and open to the public, and refreshments will be served. The Brick Wall Gallery now has 10 exhibiting members: wood Turner Frank Anson and basket maker Karen McCarthy; fine art painters Anne Kennedy, Kari Swanson, Donna Cole, Susan McCarthy, Marion Sanders; photogra-

Peluso-October, Los Olivos, California 18x26 Photography Hand-Painted $475 phers Sandy Dimke and Karen M. Peluso; and mixed media artist Jacqueline Jones. Each artist has a portion of the Brick Wall Gallery devoted to his/her art and will be on hand to discuss their work.

Originals as well as prints and notecards by these artists are also available. Beaufort Art Association Gallery has more than 70 local artists exhibiting in their main gallery and boutique

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area. Besides wall art, the gallery also exhibits exquisitely crafted pottery, raku, fiber art and jewelry. Many of these artists will also be on hand on Friday to speak about their art.

To encourage, support and provide opportunities for the artistic growth of its members is the main purpose of BAA. With that in mind Beaufort Art Association Gallery welcomes all member artists to

exhibit, whether an established, professional artist or just emerging. By doing this BAA contributes to the Beaufort community with aesthetic and educational experiences in the visual arts.

Governor’s School hosting open house Nov. 6

From staff reports The SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities is inviting families from across the state to visit their campus in Greenville on Saturday, Nov. 6. During Go Govie! Day, guests will learn more about the arts school’s summer programs and tuition-free residential high school while touring campus and participating in arts demonstrations, workshops and information sessions. Register to attend at SCGSAH.org/go-govie-day. “We want everyone in South Carolina to know about the transformational opportunities that the Governor’s School offers young artists in middle school and high school,” School President Cedric Adderley said in a release. “The best way to really understand what the Govie

experience is all about is to join us on campus and see our community in action.” Located in downtown Greenville, the Governor’s School offers pre-professional training in creative writing, dance, drama, music and visual arts. Students learn from established, practicing artists in an environment that provides the support and resources needed to hone their artistic abilities. The campus includes specialized arts studios, state-of-the-art performance halls, a worldclass library and dedicated rehearsal spaces. Governor’s School graduates attend the nation’s top colleges, universities and conservatories, and many students receive arts and academic scholarships. The Residential High School program has been national-

ly recognized by U.S. News and World Report and The Washington Post. The Palmetto Gold award-winning high school consistently ranks above state and national averages for SAT and ACT scores and had a 100 percent graduation and college acceptance rate for the 20202021 school year. The reviews and rankings site Niche.com ranked the Governor’s School the third “Best College Prep High School” and the fourth “Best Public High School” in South Carolina. The Governor’s School is currently accepting applica-

Located in downtown Greenville, the Governor’s School offers pre-professional training in creative writing, dance, drama, music and visual arts. Submitted photo. tions for the 2022-2023 residential high school and summer programs. Any South Carolina resident in Grades

6-11 is eligible to apply. For those who cannot attend Go Govie! Day, the Governor’s School’s Office of Admis-

sions also hosts virtual information sessions. Interested individuals can learn more at SCGSAH.org/admissions.

BCSD awarded DoD grant to expand STEM programming

From staff reports Six Beaufort County School District schools will benefit from a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) to be dispersed over a five-year period. DoDEA’s aim is to ensure all military-connected K-12 students have access to quality educational opportunities through engagement in partnerships with school districts and professional

organizations by providing evidence-based resources and supports to increase understanding and awareness related to the unique challenges faced by military-connected students and families. “As a Military Purple Star District, we always strive to serve our military students who often have to attend multiple schools during their educational career due to their family’s many re-

quired moves,” Superintendent Frank Rodriguez said in a release. “As a result, sometimes our military students miss learning opportunities offered to their non-military peers and this DoDEA grant affords us the opportunity to further support their educational needs.” This grant will provide Coosa, Broad River, Lady’s Island, Pritchardville, Port Royal, and Beaufort elementary schools, as well as Lady’s

Island and Beaufort middle schools, with the college and career ready resources necessary to successfully build and/or expand the district’s STEM programming. A key focus of the grant is for military-connected students in Grades 3-8 to increase their mathematic achievement through in-class curriculum and instructional support with an emphasis on South Carolina’s Computer Science

and Digital Literacy Standards. In-class technology supports will be enhanced with additional 3D printers, robotics, and graphing calculators. Extracurricular enhancement activities, such as STEM summer camps and family STEM nights, will also be implemented. According to the Committee on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (CoSTEM) Education of the National Science and Tech-

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HHCA downs BA, wraps up region crown By Wes Kerr LowcoSports.com It was a first half to forget, but Hilton Head Christian Academy weathered a stellar Beaufort Academy effort to retain its region crown Friday. Jaxen Porter picked off Jace Blackshear twice, but HHCA struck back with a pair of defensive scores Friday to race past BA 35-6 and lock down the SCISA Region 1-2A title on its new home turf. After an opening stop on defense, Blackshear made some magic happen with his legs, shaking off tacklers and cutting across the middle of the field for a dazzling 32-yard touchdown run on fourth down. But the game changed in an instant with one throw, as Porter snatched an interception and waltzed into the end zone from 10 yards out to cut the HHCA lead to 7-6. Beaufort Academy looked primed to go into the locker room down by just one point, but the Junkyard Dogs weren’t having it. With time winding down in the first half, Dylan Clark pounced on a BA fumble and returned the ball for a backbreaking 26-yard touchdown. Blackshear got things started in a dominant second half, darting through a wide-open lane into the end zone for a 12-yard score to go up 21-6. Then, it was the birthday boy’s turn. After the HHCA defense forced a hurried throw from Braydon Dineen, Riley Shinn reeled in the high toss and took it back 70 yards to the house, sending the crowd into a frenzy and giving the home team a 28-6 advantage. Joseph Robinson tacked on another score

Beaufort Academy quarterback Braydon Dineen (12) carries the ball against Hilton Head Christian Academy on Friday. Photo by LowcoSports.com. in the fourth quarter, keeping his balance after bouncing off a defender and diving across the pylon for a highlight-reel 9-yard touchdown to seal the region title. Devonte Green led the BA run

game, racking up 118 yards on 19 carries. Porter was spectacular on both sides, adding 38 rushing yards alongside two catches for 31 receiving yards and a pair of interceptions. Cody Dalrymple ran for

an efficient 53 yards on five carries while making eight tackles, and Ben Lubkin added five tackles to go with his sixth pick of the season. Hilton Head Christian (9-0, 4-0) looks to finish off a perfect regular

season campaign Friday at Hilton Head Prep, while Beaufort Academy (4-3, 3-1) hosts John Paul II with second place in the region and a home playoff game on the line.

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Dolphins cleared for regularseason finale LowcoSports.com After another bout with COVID-19, it appears Battery Creek High School’s football team will be able to get back on the field Thursday at North Charleston. The Dolphins’ past two games were canceled after a series of players tested positive for the virus, and contact tracing has kept the team from holding a full practice since a 42-14 loss to Hanahan on Oct. 8. Battery Creek won’t be back to full strength, but coach Terrance Ashe said he expected most players to be back at practice Tuesday and Wednesday to prepare for the Cougars. The game is a pivotal one, with the winner claiming a playoff spot and the loser missing the postseason. With a Battery Creek win and a Bishop England loss to Hanahan, the Dolphins would be the No. 3 seed from Region 8-3A.

Red Snappers shortstop Junior Delatorre fields the throw as Athletics starting pitcher Andres Almonte safely steals second base during the first inning of their Beaufort County Adult Baseball League game Monday night at Burton Wells Park. The Athletics won, 10-0. Photo by Bob Sofaly.

Mighty Lions sweep region crowns

LowcoSports.com Holy Trinity cross country captured a pair of region titles Tuesday, sweeping the boys’ and girls’ SCISA Region 4-2A meets at the Habersham course in Beaufort. Behind a spectacular race from individual champion Daniel Reedy (17:57.58), the Mighty Lions (36 points) edged Hilton Head Prep by four points to claim the boys’ championship. A quartet of Holy Trinity runners finished inside the top eight, as Ethan Marquardt (18:28.45), Caleb Stone (18:33.02), and Sam Moore (18:49.00) took fourth, sixth, and eighth to hold off the Dolphins. Hilton Head Prep (40 points) claimed two of the three podium positions with Jimmy Kuehler (18:24.09) and Ernest Friday (18:24.98) in second and third, but the next two scoring Dol-

phins couldn’t keep pace with an impressive Mighty Lion group. Sebastian Frickel (18:28.47) and Anderson Dewig (18:55.92) earned top10 finishes for John Paul II, while Hilton Head Christian Academy’s Noah Kaufman (18:38.50) placed seventh. Holy Trinity’s girls rolled to a region title, taking four of the top seven spots for a 30-point win over John Paul II. The Golden Warriors (58 points) had the top two individuals in sensational seventh-grader Ayla Reynolds (21:38.16) and sophomore runner-up Brady Mahoney (21:52.78), but the stellar depth of the Mighty Lions (28 points) lifted them to the top spot. Bryant Salley (21:53.11) led the way in third place, while Ellie Schaub (23:09.71), Elise Marquardt (23:14.63), and Annacate Gray (23:23.75) finished

Warriors roll into postseason with rout of Tigers

Holy Trinity’s boys and girls cross country teams won SCISA Region 4-2A titles Tuesday at the Habersham course in Beaufort. Submitted photo. fifth through seventh to seal an impressive victory. Sixth-grader Ava Richards (22:17.12) was outstanding for Beaufort Academy, earn-

ing a fourth-place mark to lead the Eagles. Lily Chase (23:26.68) took eighth to pace Hilton Head Christian, and Anna Kate Taylor

(23:36.66) placed 10th. The 2021 SCISA Cross Country state championship meet is scheduled for Oct. 30 at Heathwood Hall.

LowcoSports.com Whale Branch made quick work of Allendale-Fairfax on the road Friday, routing the Tigers 42-0 in the Warriors’ final tune-up before the Class 1A playoffs. Joseph Hicks rushed for five touchdowns to lead the charge for the Warriors. Jakhi Pusha threw a touchdown pass to Ja’Darius Garrett for the second straight game, and freshman Dayaun Brown added a late rushing score. Whale Branch (6-1, 3-1) will open the playoffs at home Nov. 5.

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Beaufort quarterback Tyler Haley passed for 327 yards and three touchdowns in a 45-12 blowout of Bluffton on Friday in Bluffton.

Eagles bounce back to blast Bobcats

LowcoSports.com A week after seeing its hopes of a third straight region title upended, Beaufort High bounced back in a big way Friday, blowing out Bluffton 45-12 on the road to lock up the No. 2 seed in the Class 4A playoffs. Beaufort’s Tyler Haley had a monster game, completing 14 of 20 passes for 327 yards with three touchdowns and two interceptions and adding a rushing score. He connected with Zyrin Odom four times for 114 yards and three scores, while McLeod Reichel racked up 130 receiving yards and Kacy Fields added 83. The Bobcats used a pair of first-half picks and a Camauri Simmons touchdown run to get within 7-6 before Haley went over the top for an 81yard bomb. Caleb Ulmer and Haley each added touchdown runs before halftime to make

it 28-6 at the break. Bluffton’s offense couldn’t sustain much success against a stout Beaufort defense, and the Eagles tacked on a 41-yard Joe Caprarola field goal before Haley and Odom connected for a third score and Zion Smart added a late touchdown run. The Bobcats capped the scoring when Trey Hilaman tossed a TD pass to Robert Brown. Alvin Wilson had a big night on Beaufort’s defensive line with six tackles, a sack, and a forced fumble. James Dennison added six tackles, Daryl DePass had two tackles and three pass breakups, and Quion Rivers had an interception. Beaufort (7-2, 3-1) wraps up the regular season at Colleton County on Friday. Bluffton (26, 1-3) travels to James Island on Friday hoping to improve

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL Week 10 slate Battery Creek at North Charleston, 7:30 p.m. (Thursday) Hilton Head Christian at Hilton Head Prep, 3:30 p.m. May River at Hilton Head High, 7:30 p.m. Beaufort High at Colleton County, 7:30 p.m. Bluffton at James Island, 7:30 p.m. Ridgeland-Hardeeville at Philip Simmons, 7:30 p.m. John Paul II at Beaufort Academy, 7:30 p.m. Greenwood Christian at Thomas Heyward, 7:30 p.m. St. John’s Christian at Colleton Prep, 7:30 p.m.

upon its fifth-place standing in Region 7-4A.

Beaufort’s Colton Phares (10) and James Dennison (9) team up to bring down Bluffton’s Roderick Buxton (7) on Friday at Bluffton. The Eagles won 45-12.

Golden Warriors avenge Week 0 loss to Dolphins

LowcoSports.com John Paul II flipped the script from its season-opening loss to Hilton Head Prep, shutting out the Dolphins in the second half of a 24-10 home win Friday to maintain its hopes of earning the No. 2 playoff seed from SCISA Region 1-2A. Christian Tilton threw a pair of touchdown passes and rushed for 147 yards and a score, and Jackson Ogden

added rushing and receiving scores to help the Golden Warriors avenge a 38-16 loss in Sea Pines in Week 0. But it was JPII’s defense that stole the show. After Loncelle Daley gashed the Golden Warriors for 237 yards in the first meeting, JPII was determined to force someone else to do damage in the rematch. JPII limited the 1,000-yard rusher to 79 yards on 16 carries

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CROSS COUNTRY Sharks lead local runners, Eagles’ Antia places sixth

May River’s Anya Arroyo and Victoria Sosa earned a pair of top-five finishes, and Bluffton’s Earlon Baker placed eighth Saturday to lead a trio of Lowco squads at the Cici’s Sandhills Invitational in Columbia. Arroyo’s impressive season continued at the Sandhills Research Center, where she placed second in 19:09.80, just behind James Island sensation and defending state champion Hannah Vroon (18:50.50).

and frustrated quarterback Tristan Bonomo, who was 4-for-18 passing. Tilton got JPII off to a quick start, hitting Mark Knight for a touchdown pass and adding a rushing score to make it 12-0 in the first quarter. The Dolphins’ stingy defense settled in for the second quarter, and Daley broke a 25-yard touchdown run to get HHP on the board before Trevor Weldon booted a 42-

Sosa (19:47.19) joined her teammate in the top five with a fifth-place finish. Charlize Antia (20:01.04) put up a stellar sixth-place finish to lead Beaufort High, while Bluffton’s Aubrey Sampson (20:37.49) and Ava Gerschutz (21:19.10) placed 15th and 34th. The Bobcats paced the local boys’ contingent, as the freshman Baker (17:21.71) took eighth place. Tyler McMahan (17:58.79) put together a solid race, crossing the line in 35th to help Bluffton (228 pts) place sixth in the team standings. Cohen MacDonald (17:45.03) excelled for May

yard field goal to cut it to 1210 at halftime. It was all JPII after the break, though, as the defense clamped down and shut out the Dolphins in the second half. HHP’s defense kept the Dolphins in it, but Tilton and Ogden hooked up for a touchdown to make it an 8-point game, and Ogden sealed it with a rushing touchdown. Tilton was just 3-for-9 passing and was picked off

River in 22nd, and Noah Wasserman (17:51.45) was right behind in 28th. Connor Eby (17:32.76) led the way for Beaufort High, finishing just nine seconds out of the top 10 in 17th place. The Region 7-4A cross country championship is set for Saturday in Bluffton.

SWIMMING JPII girls 4th; Porada captures gold at SCISA state meet

Hilton Head Christian Academy’s boys placed third behind state

by Sean Graham, but he did damage with his legs and came through with two huge touchdown passes. Ogden rushed for 90 yards and a score on 16 carries and had two catches for 48 yards and a score. Michael Carbone led JPII’s strong defensive effort with 11 tackles, including a tackle for loss, while Peter Hughes added seven tackles (two for loss), and Sebastian Slusne had sev-

champions Jack Ussery and Levi Eidson, Hilton Head Prep’s Sterling Burd matched Ussery with two individual titles, and John Paul II’s Aubrey Porada captured a state crown to lead the Lowco contingent at the SCISA State Swimming Championships on Saturday at the North Charleston Aquatic Center. JPII’s girls also turned in a strong performance, finishing fourth in the Class 2A/1A ranks. Porada led the way with a win in the 500 free, blazing the competition by 15 seconds, and claimed silver in the 100 breast, missing a second gold by just 1.5 seconds.

en tackles (one for loss) and a fumble recovery. Tilton also contributed six tackles on defense, and Knight had five stops (one for loss). HHP (6-3, 2-2) hosts undefeated Hilton Head Christian Academy to wrap up the regular-season Friday. The Dolphins are locked into the No. 4 seed in the playoffs. JPII (3-4, 3-1) travels to Beaufort Academy next week with the No. 2 seed up for grabs.

She also anchored the 200 free and 400 free relay teams that placed third, swimming alongside Riley McGoldrick, Nel Winslow, and Olivia Johnson. McGoldrick also took silver in the 100 fly and placed third in the 200 free. Beaufort Academy placed fifth in both the boys and girls standings thanks to solid showings across the board despite just two individuals posting top-four finishes. Emma Grace Dinkins was fourth in the 100 free, and Kaylee Bartholomew took fourth in the 500 free and the 100 breast for the Eagles.

Beaufort Elite Volleyball Club ready for 2022 season tryouts

From staff reports Beaufort Elite Volleyball Club, formerly known as Beaufort Volleyball Club, will be holding tryouts for the 2022 season in the coming days for girls, ages 12 to 18. Ages 12 to 14 will try out from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 30 ay Beaufort High School. Ages 15 to 18 will try out from 1 to 4 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 6 at Beaufort High School.

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The name isn’t the only change for the club, founded in 2007 by Katie Cox and the longest running club in Northern Beaufort County. After a one year sabbatical, Mike Dixon has returned as executive director of the club that he had run since 2013. John Eklund, who filled in last year, will be the assistant director for the 2022 season. The club, soon to be run as a non-profit, has a new Presi-

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dent of the Board of Directors in Christy McCullough. Long range plans include construct of an indoor facility, along with four sand volleyball courts. Joining the coaching staff for Beaufort Elite this season is Torri McCullough, the longtime head coach at Battery Creek High School. In addition to his coaching experience, McCullough also brings first-hand knowledge

of the college recruiting process. He and his wife, Christy, navigated the recruiting scene with their daughter, Laiani, who is in her first year of volleyball at Fort Valley State. Returning coaches include: • Roger Wilson, who is in his first year as head coach at Bridges Prep, after coaching stints at Beaufort Academy and Beaufort High School;

• Daniel Kline, the current head coach at Whale Branch Early College High School; and • John Eklund and his wife, Jillian Eklund. New coaches include several club alumni – Madison Gallion, Hayley Trader, Megan Schoener (JV coach at Bridges Prep) and Peyton Polk – as well as hitting coach Lexi Erwin, a former Under Armour High School All

American who still holds the record at Michigan for most kills in a match. Katherine Holofchak, a former assistant coach at Randolph College in Virginia, is a volunteer assistant. For more information about tryouts, visit Beaufort Elite’s website at beaufortvolleyballclub.sportsengine-prelive.com, on their Facebook page or call Mike Dixon at 843-263-3745.

LOCAL MILITARY

Marine identifies costly discrepancy, enhances safety

By Lance Cpl. Kevin Lopez Herrera, USMC MCAS BEAUFORT – Since high school, Abraham A. Alvarado has had a passion for electronics and communication. So when he was given the opportunity to pursue his passion through the military, he did not hesitate to take it. He chose the Marine Corps not only to build on his professional development, but also to make his mother proud. “I joined the Marine Corps because my mother wanted to be a Marine; however, she was unable to because I came into the picture.” Alvarado said. “She had to focus on me, so I decided to do it for her.” Cpl. Alvarado’s military occupational specialty is 5939, Aviation Communication Systems Technician. His day-to-day tasks include handling and maintaining the AN/MRQ-13. The MRQ, a communication subsystem of the Common Aviation Command and Control System, is a modified Humvee that comes equipped with a shell that contains UHF radios, digital switching equipment, antennas, and other essentials for mission success. “I did career pathways in high school: electronics, communications, and engineering,” Alvarado explained. “So they all tied perfectly with this MOS.” In March 2020, the unit was conducting a modification instruction of the equipment, which outlined the procedures for removing the shelter from an old Humvee and attaching it to a new one. After performing the modification, Staff Sgt. Steven Krugman, maintenance staff non-commissioned officer, performed his inspection on

the equipment and found it to be satisfactory. After the inspection, the MRQ was moved approximately 50 meters to a new stationary position. The following day, Cpl. Alvarado, who at the time was temporarily assigned to Corporal School, visited his Marines and looked at the modifications that were made. Upon observation, he realized that the bolts and bracketing had shifted from their original position when the MRQ moved. “I went ahead and started inspecting it because I oversee it, so I wanted to make sure everything was going well,” Alvarado explained. “I inspected it and reported some of the issues to my staff non-commissioned officer in charge. I told him that we wouldn’t be able to use it during the training event since it would put Marines’ lives at risk.” The MRQ was slated to take part in the Weapons and Tactics Instructor Course in Yuma, Arizona. Because of Cpl. Alvarado’s initiative, attention to detail, and prime ownership of his equipment, he prevented $1.6 million in equipment damage, bodily injury and potential loss of life. His findings paved the way for new standards and quality procedures to be implemented locally, ensuring situations like these are prevented in the future. “The initiative and the discipline that he (Cpl. Alvarado) has to go forth and identify these shortfalls before anybody else in his chain of command is the expectation,” Krugman said. “Even though he’s a Corporal, he acts in the capacity of a seasoned Sergeant. He possess-

U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Abraham A. Alvarado, with Marine Air Control Squadron 2, stands in front of a CAC2S AN/MRQ-13 Communication Subsystem on Oct. 7, at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. In March 2020, Alvarado identified a discrepancy with the equipment which prevented $1.6 million in damages, potential bodily injury and loss of life. Photos by Lance Cpl. Kevin Lopez Herrera, USMC. es the intangible qualities of the whole Marine concept.” The Marine Corps has provided Cpl. Alvarado the ability to continue his studies, both to increase his MOS proficiency and further his college education. “This MOS opens a lot of opportunities, not only with civilian companies but also with the Department of Defense,” Alvarado said. Cpl. Alvarado is attached to Marine Air Control Squadron 2, Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort, S.C., and he currently attends the Technical College of the Lowcountry. When asked about his favorite part of the job, Alvarado replied, “working with my Marines.”

Lance Cpl. Colton J. Schleder, left, observes Cpl. Abraham A. Alvarado, right, repairing a CAC2S AN/MRQ-13 Communication Subsystem on Oct. 7, at Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort. In March 2020, Alvarado identified a discrepancy with the equipment which prevented $1.6 million in damages, potential bodily injury and loss of life.

What veterans, spouses need to know about federal jobs

ast week’s ISLAND NEWS Veterans Benefits article (Part 1 of 2) covered six things that should help veterans in searching, finding, and applying for federal government jobs. This article is Part 2 of 2 on Federal job searching will cover eight more important tips and items of interest concerning the pursuit of federal jobs. As a Veterans Employment Assistance Volunteer with the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center and with the Charleston, S.C. Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Chapter, I am asked many times, “How can I get a good job with the Federal Government?” Here are eight more things I tell them. 7. There are more than 300 federal agencies and corporations to apply to. The DOD and VA are not the only Federal Agencies seeking employees. There are more than 300 federal agencies. Do not forget to go to each of those agency sites and look for and apply for jobs you are interested in and are qualified for. Those federal agencies include organization like the Agriculture, Commerce, Education, Energy, Health and Human Resources, Interior, Justice, Homeland Security, Labor, State, Transportation, Treasury, and many others. Do not forget independent government agencies and government corporations. There is a federal agency directory at https://fedshirevets.gov/AgencyDirectory/index.aspxhttps://fedshirevets. gov/AgencyDirectory/index. aspx. This list of Veteran Employment Program Offices at the FEDS HIRE VETS site Agency Directory includes the names, phone numbers, and email addresses of those

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government employees responsible for promoting Veterans' recruitment, employment, training and development, and retention within their respective agencies. Veterans are encouraged to contact these individuals for specific information on employment opportunities in those agencies. 8. Just get your foot in the door is NOT a good idea for most people. Some people ask me, “Isn’t it a good idea to get your foot in the federal job door, at a low level, and then apply more for higher level federal jobs?” My answer is, “no.” There are long time-in-grade requirements, and if you get into the federal world at a GS4-GS5 levels, you may be qualified for higher jobs, but time in grade will prevent you from getting promoted rapidly. 9. Where are federal jobs listed? Federal jobs are listed at: • USA.Jobs web site, • In social media (Face Book and Twitter but not Linked in or Rally Point), and • Individual agency web sites. See these sites for some federal jobs: • The Official Twitter account for veteran Federal employment information. is at https://twitter.com/ FedsHireVets. • The U.S. Office of Personnel Management's

(OPM) Feds Hire Vets official Facebook fan page for Federal employment information for veterans is at https://www. facebook.com/pg/FedsHire-Vets-262183904582/ about/. (WARNING! One word of caution for anyone wanting a federal job or wanting to keep a federal job. The government (and industry) uses social media to help determine the wisdom, trustworthiness, ethical conduct, morality, honesty, integrity, and eligibility for employment and security clearances. Don’t put anything on social media that might embarrass you, raise doubts about your character or honesty, or jeopardize your employment.)

10. Go to the OPM Veterans Services Vet Guide. Go to https://www.opm. gov/policy-data-oversight/ veterans-services/vet-guidefor-hr-professionals/ for a complete explanation of veterans and family members veterans’ preferences. By law, veterans who are disabled or who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military campaigns are entitled to preference over others in hiring from competitive lists of eligibles and also in retention during reductions-in-force. In addition to receiving preference in competitive appointments, veterans may be considered for special noncompetitive appointments for which only they are eligible. OPM’s Veterans Services Vet Guide explains zero point, five-point, and 10-point preferences for veterans, point preferences and special considerations for widows and widowers, mothers of deceased vets, mothers

EDITOR’S NOTES These columns are not meant to replace carefully reading the Federal Veterans’ benefits information at www.va.gov and other locations or the State of SC Veterans benefit information at https://scdva.sc.gov and the Federal and State of SC Employment Assistance online sites at https:// fedshirevets.gov, https://www.usajobs.gov, https://www. dew.sc.gov/individuals/search-work and https://jobs. scworks.org/. Anyone seeking advice on veterans’ benefits are advised to seek the advice and assistance of a Veterans Assistance Officer or another certified Veterans Advisor. Larry Dandridge is not an employee of The Island News and his opinions are his alone. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of these articles, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed by the author or The Island News for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein.

of disabled vets, Veterans Opportunity to Work (VOW – you need DD214), adjudication of veterans' preference claims, crediting experience of preference eligibles, and dozens of other conditions of veterans and veteran’s family preferences. This subject is too large for one newspaper article. 11. There is NO Veteran’s preference in the Legislative or Judicial branches of our government. Veterans are always surprised (and disappointed) to learn this. Next time your senator or congressman says he support our troops and veterans ---- remind him or her of this injustice. 12. Use the Employment Advisers at VA Medical Centers. Our local Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center in Charleston has vocational specialists on the healthcare side who help homeless Vets with training and jobs, Vocational Rehab specialists from the benefits side who work to help veterans with jobs support, and all 20+ Human Resources staff members help veterans as needed at the HR Customer Service Center.

13. The Partnership for Public Service is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that strives for a more effective government for the American people. This organization can be helpful to job seekers looking for federal employment. Federal agencies are struggling to recruit and hire the vital talent needed to ensure our government’s health and security. Due to competition for top candidates and the slow federal hiring process, many of the brightest employees in critical fields like cybersecurity, science, technology, engineering, medical, and math are choosing other employers over the federal government. Young people, whose energy and creativity in the workplace is valuable, are vastly underrepresented compared to the broader labor market. And it is challenging for government to attract and hire mid-level and senior-level talent from outside government, who could bring fresh perspectives and innovations from other sectors to solve federal challenges. 14. SC WORKS.ORG is a great employment assistance resource to Veterans

and Their Families. I saved some of the best news for Vets for last – https://jobs. scworks.org/ links all of South Carolina's state and local workforce services and resources. The partners are the S.C. Department of Employment and Workforce and South Carolina's 12 Workforce Investment Boards, which administer SC Works Centers, which have full-time, dedicated veteran employment assistance advisers) throughout the State. Every Veterans and vets’ family members should use this resource in searching for jobs. SC Work Centers offer services from a to z. Here are some of the Lowcountry SC WORKS centers contact information: • SC Works Beaufort County Center,164 Castle Rock Road, Beaufort S.C. 29906, Phone: 843-5243351. • SC Works Jasper County Center, 11332 B North Jacob Smarts Blvd., Ridgeland, S.C. 29936, Phone: 843-726-3750. • SC Works Colleton County Center, 101 Mable T. Willis Blvd, Walterboro, S.C. 29488, Phone: 843538-8980. • SC Works Charleston County S.C. Center, 1930 Hanahan Road, Suite 200, North Charleston, S.C. 29406, 843-574-1800.

Larry Dandridge is a retired Lt. Col. In the U.S. Army. He is a Vietnam War era wounded warrior, a combat and 100 percent disabled veteran, a former Infantryman, former Warrant Officer and pilot. Dandridge is also a past Veterans Service Officer, and a current volunteer Patient Adviser, CEO Advisory Council Member, and Patient and Family Advisory Committee Member at the RHJ VA Medical Center, as well as a published author and free-lance writer. He can be reached at LDandridge@earthlink.net.

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Wreaths Across America returns to Beaufort National Cemetery From staff reports Once again this year, Wreaths Across America (WAA) will lay wreaths on graves at Beaufort National Cemetery, with the event taking place Saturday, Dec. 18. Wreath-laying ceremonies will take place that day in Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at more than 1,600 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. WAA’s mission is to “Remember, Honor, and Teach” about the sacrifices made by veterans of every conflict in which our country has been involved since the Spanish American War. Beaufort National Cemetery was established in 1863 (prior to the Spanish American War) as one of six national cemeteries for the interment of soldiers and sailors who sacrificed during the Civil War. It now contains the remains of veterans of every race and religion who are no longer with us. Each and every one sacrificed by serving to preserve our freedom and democracy. While COVID-19 did not allow a formal public ceremony last year, WAA hopes the ceremony will be able to be held this year. Wreaths will be laid that day on the graves and at the Columbarium that day. Volunteers are invited to participate in the laying of wreaths, while observing cemetery, local, and

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CDC guidelines by wearing masks and practicing social distancing. To purchase at least one wreath to be sent to Beaufort National Cemetery, the cost is $15 per wreath. If the purchasing organization is not a Local Sponsoring Group, please support the efforts of the Thomas Heyward, Jr., Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, Local Sponsoring Group Code SC0045. The purchase of two wreaths for $30 guarantees a third wreath will be sent to Beaufort National Cemetery by WAA at no cost (the attached form includes the Beaufort National Cemetery ID SCBNCB). There are more than 22,000 veterans interred in Beaufort National Cemetery, and the goal is a wreath for every veteran. Wreaths may also be purchased at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org. Select LOCAL SPONSORING GROUP; choose the number of wreaths you wish to purchase; enter Thomas Heyward, Jr. Chapter; proceed to checkout and use a credit card or PayPal; complete the sale. Your purchase is tax deductible. Orders for wreaths must be received by Wreaths Across America no later than November 30. The address is on the attached form.

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Groenhout, C. W.*

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Hutchins, D. E.

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t is Sunday, early, and I’m sitting at our roughplanked dining room table in our two-storied house on Ninth Street. I’m staring into the semi-darkness of our tree-depleted backyard thinking about this house and its brush with a tornado. My wife and I have done research on our current home, believing it was built by John Mardenborough in 1883. We have looked at deeds, talked to historians and have evidence that Mardenborough hired a Scheper (his Port Royal neighbor) who built this house just after he was appointed Postmaster in Port Royal. Mardenborough was a contemporary of Robert Smalls — although they were political rivals — and fathered a son who would become important in Augusta’s African-American community. This house does not, in any sense, compete with

In the end, British record not all that different from ours SCOTT GRABER

those on The Point. It does not have the wainscoting, the paneling, the deep porches that cooled-off the febrile planters who once sat on those antebellum verandas. My wife and I lived in one of those — the Lucius Cuthbert House — which is still intact and remains regal on Port Republic Street. We in Beaufort have been candid about the provenance of these houses — especially the fact that the money (to build these huge porticoed homes) came from long-staple cotton cultivated by slaves. But slave labor is not usually the focus of the House Tours in the Fall and

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Spring. In a sense the involuntary servitude part of our story has been subsumed by the National Park Service. These days there is a dilemma, and a debate, in the United Kingdom where its National Trust has recently identified 93 baronial houses built with profits from slave-tended sugar plantations or in some way connected with profits made in colonies like India. These palatial houses are a boon for Great Britain’s economy routinely bringing hundreds of thousands of tourists and millions of dollars for their upkeep. They are also a favorite weekend destination for local Brits who flock to these immense, immaculately groomed estates on holiday. And while everyone agrees that slavery was vile and villainous and should be acknowledged as such, many Brits to wander through the ornate, carpeted, portrait-covered rooms only wanting to

admire what they see. Britain’s National Trust wants the crowds to continue, but it also wants the public to know that the elegance and grandeur came at a cost — that price being slave labor in Jamaica and Barbados. Furthermore, part of the profits (for these houses) came from the exploitation of India, Burma and South Africa. There has been pushback from the British public including an organization called The Common Sense Group. They have successfully lobbied to end “these radical projects that disparage our nation and despise the history of its people.” Common Sense goes on to say that history “should not start from a position of guilt and shame or the denigration of this country’s past.” That push-back has led the National Trust to retreat to a “Season of Listening” pursuant a new program called

“Total History” that will not favor one type of story over the other. Presumably the slavery in Barbados (that produced the sugar profits) will not be buried, but will balanced with the narrative of the English-led abolition of trans-Atlantic slavery. It will be harder to measure the good and the bad coming out of the British Empire. The 60th Anniversary of Queen Victoria’s accession was celebrated on June 22, 1897. This was a huge, expensive, self-congratulatory exposition of the Empire. Victoria’s Empire — the largest Empire in history — then comprised a quarter of the land mass of the earth and a quarter of its population. The administration of that empire was the national behavior that gave pride, self-esteem and self-respect of every British subject then living. And, in many cases, that narrative remains

foundational to the British character today. When the National Trust gets around to its “Total History” it won’t be easy to reconcile the Maxim-Nordenfelt Gun with the worldwide peace (Pax Brittanica) and the prosperity of 1897. It won’t be easy to balance the invasion of Tibet and the Indian Mutiny with British railroad-building in China and Uganda, the topographical mapping of India, and British efforts to curb tropical disease. It will be hard to balance years of worldwide stability against the subjugation of African and Asiatic peoples. In the end the British record is complicated, counterintuitive and hard to access — not all that different from our own. Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com.

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Open elections are the key to the future I likely will not forget the French student who dropped off her computer with me a couple years ago. She had asked me to install software she needed for class assignments. As it turned out, she ended up helping me as much as I helped her because all the menus on her laptop were in French, and I needed her to translate. Students usually brought their computers and picked them up later, but by necessity she and I spent more time together than normal. So we chatted. I asked her about her experiences as a student-athlete; about negotiating Southern dialects as a non-native English speaker; about the differences between food in France and the States. In addition to complaints about our processed breads, she said something else that lingered.

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“You say there is separation of church and state,” she began, “but almost every public event event begins with a prayer. You say all men are created equal, but racism is widespread and there are homeless people in so many places. Women do not have the same opportunities that men have. America is not what it says it is.” Now, I will pit homemade biscuits against any French pastry, but I had (and have) no counterargument to her final comment — because it’s true. It was true then, it’s true now.

We have a self-image that is outdated, and a good portion of our fellow citizens don’t want to change the image to match who we really are or change who really we are to match the image. We brag to the world about our free elections while half our Congress and three-quarters of our state governments are doing everything in their power to disenfranchise anyone who isn’t white, male and a natural-born citizen who votes Republican. We have politicians who campaign as law and order until it comes time to render justice to the people who caucus with them or vote for them. We have all but given up on the idea of real equality for women, for minorities and, most remarkably, for the wealthy. We seem perfectly fine with a privileged few being above the law as long

as they throw a few dollars to charities and pose behind oversized checks. The list goes on, but I want to offer a simple idea for fixing all of these things: Make our elections truly open and free. One vote per person. It’s not a new idea, but sometimes others’ suggestions are too complicated. These should be easy. First, we should be using the technology available to us. If we can pick the winners of “The Masked Singer” and “American Idol” without scandal, if we can pay our taxes using mobile apps, if we can Venmo $100 to cousin Becky without incident, there’s no reason we can’t vote with our phones. Further, anyone of legal age should be able to vote. No restrictions based on criminal record. You don’t stop being an American when you commit a crime. You are

incarcerated and hopefully rehabilitated. That is enough. Maybe no voting while you’re behind bars, but upon release that right returns. Such laws are holdovers from the days when newly freed Black people voted their own into office in record numbers, and White Southerners lost their minds. They set up poll taxes and other outrageous burdens for Blacks who wanted to vote — when they didn’t just kill them. But hey, some figured, killing is bad so let’s just lock them up in disproportionate numbers and take away their votes that way. This fixes that. We should lower the voting age to 16, an age when the lessons we learned about history and civics and economics are still fresh on our minds. It’s also the age when you can get married in 40 states, with parental consent; if you can make that big a life

choice, why can’t you pick the elected officials who will directly affect your life? At the very least, we wouldn’t all be sitting on social media 10-20 years later shaking our heads at former classmates we never knew were so conservative. Or progressive. National elections could be conducted over the course of a week, 24 hours a day, so people could vote when it’s most convenient. I could toss in term limits, campaign finance reform, etc., but first let’s remove the highest barriers to voting. If that weren’t the answer, there wouldn’t be so many people trying to raise those barriers in the first place. Terry E. Manning lives and works in Savannah, Ga. He is a Clemson graduate and worked for 20 years as a journalist. He can be reached at teemanning@ gmail.com.

Guess what happens if you yell a lie loud enough, long enough

he lies surrounding Germany of the 1930s and 1940s strike deep, even today. No surprise there. Himmler was the most successful, and evil, propogandist in modern times, and he had plenty of competition. Lies in political life are nothing new, and the good old U. S. of A. is no exception — anybody remember a certain former (now deceased) GOP senator from Wisconsin? In the past half century, our government and politicians have, for a very long time, loudly yelled many disastrous lies. Many a citizen’s brain was taken prisoner by these lies; some of these POWs remain captives today. When I reflect on institutional lies, the debacles of Vietnam, Iraq, and Afghanistan immediately come to mind. Meaningless interventions driven by falsehoods orchestrated by our leaders, both civilian and military, who dramatically and at substantial cost in treasury and lives unnec-

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essarily lost, pushed our republic down the road of grievous harm and international humiliation. I often ponder the phenomenon of convincing large bodies of a society to believe in demonstrable falsehoods. It isn’t so much the lie itself that produces this conundrum but rather how naked lies manage to embed themselves in the brains and emotions of large segments of our citizenry. Is some unknown magic at work that allows lies and liars to steal the “hearts and minds” of otherwise rational humans? Himmler’s playbook is the road map used by the current cadre of big liars and bigger lies; that is, trolls and

trollism. They scream lies incessantly, 24/7/365, using all the tools of advanced digital technology – podiums of modern communication, platforms of mass social media and some unnamed TV stages masquerading as “news.” Every facet of civic trust and reliability is corrupted when these devils of falsehood inject their poison into our information universe. The objectives of these tsunamis of malicious fiction is not to persuade but to confuse: to induce uncertainty, disorientation and hesitation in separating truth from deceit. Trolling epistemology (the methodology of seeking truth) is designed to render indistinguishable fact and fabrication. Troll epistemology seeks to divide our country to gain political power, led by the emperor of trollism, who has and continues to wage war against our body politic. Emperor DJT with his army of trolls, composed of

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some humans, but mostly computers, clever algorithms, and artificial intelligence, is aided and abetted by “far-right” media seeking to normalize mendacity (Ivyleague university graduates’ word for lying) so as to eliminate the distinction between truth and untruth. Trollism’s singular objective is to destroy the public’s ability to make any distinction at all; confusion and chaos is the order of the day. In an unstable state of bewilderment, our kinsmen/ women are vulnerable to being led down the rocky road to perdition. Trollist strategy seeks to construct not only a reverse-narrative but a completely new and distinct realm of disinformation; so-called “alternative facts” that are hidden lies designed to corrode the very basis of our democratic republic. Our union was founded upon truth, not lies. We must fight fire with fire; Truth against Lies. The stakes of this war are too enormous to ignore.

Many untruths die away eventually, rotting in the dustbin of history; gone and maybe even forgotten. But what damage have they caused in the meantime? I am reminded of the false but powerful pseudo-science of Eugenics. For more than a half-century, the “laws” of this false biology cemented and “validated” racism throughout our culture and institutions. We remain bedeviled by the lingering effects of these lies. The Emperor of Lies continues to gain acolytes, who swallow the big lies, however they are delivered, sharp-hook, long-line and heavy-sinker. These “Pied-Pipers of Lies” are a clear and present danger to the life of our experiment with democracy. Newton’s Third Law of Physics is “For every action, there is an opposite and equal reaction,” which means that in every interaction, a pair of forces acts on both interacting objects. Forces always come in equal and

opposite action-reaction force pairs. This Law of Physics works well in determining how to physically strike a ball on a pool-table to one’s best advantage. I am not sure it fits as well in understanding and predicting human social interactions. Whether it does or not, these threats demand from the citizenry an opposite (the Truth) and greater reaction — we must fight corrosive and toxic lies with the impenetrable armor of Truth. That is the only way to destroy the sickness that holds captive too many of our citizens. Let us shout TRUTH loudly and forever. We cannot afford to lose this war. Our salvation lies in the hearts and minds of our citizens. Will you join this Tribe of Truth?

“Well, all I know is what I read in the newspapers.” – Will Rogers. David M. Taub was Mayor of Beaufort from 1990 through 1999 and served as a Beaufort County Magistrate from 2010 to 2015. You can reach him at david.m.taub42@gmail.com.

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He Did It for You! Was Jesus in the wrong place at the wrong time? Nobody messes with Chuck Norris. After becoming a world champion of martial arts, Chuck Norris was noticed by Hollywood and starred in countless action movies. In recent years he has become an entertaining image of invincible strength. One can’t imagine a fighter like Chuck Norris getting cornered in a street and captured by bad guys. He could fight his way out of any trap. The only way that he could get taken is if he chose to give himself up, part of a greater master plan. Jesus was arrested and treated like a criminal. During his three years of ministry, Jesus had done nothing wrong, but upon visiting Jerusalem he was arrested and taken to court. The witnesses made up lies about him, and he was sentenced to death. Jesus was brutally mocked, tortured, and put on a cross between two criminals. Jesus freely chose to give his life for us.

Jesus gave his life so we may have true life. It was all part of a divine rescue mission. Jesus knew that we were all captives to sin, and we could do nothing on our own to free ourselves. Jesus chose to give his life so that we could be freed from sin and restored as sons and daughters of the Heavenly Father. As true God, he could offer a perfect sacrifice of love. As true man, he was able to offer this sacrifice on behalf of all of humanity. His sacrifice offers us the gift of union with God, here on earth and one day in heaven. Jesus died for you personally! Jesus did not just give his life for all of us as a human race. On Good Friday, he knew each of us who would ever exist. He chose to give his life for you personally. Even if you were the only person who needed to be saved from sin, he would have still done the same! What joy as Christians, knowing that Jesus loves us so much that he chose to give his life for us!

One might imagine Jesus as someone who was in the wrong place at the wrong time. But remember that Jesus was God in our midst. He knew ahead of time what was going to happen and freely chose to allow it to happen. He was much more powerful than any action star. With a mere thought, he could have stopped the proceedings at any time. The good shepherd lays down his life for his sheep. A few months before his arrest, Jesus described himself as the good shepherd. When wolves come, a good shepherd sacrifices himself for his flock. He too will choose to lay down his life for us, his flock: “No one takes it from me, but I lay it down on my own. I have power to lay it down, and power to take it up again. This command I have received from my Father.” (John 10:18)

Next Week Christ Is Risen!

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