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Tryon Daily Bulletin
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Vol. 85 / No. 125
Tryon, N.C. 28782
Friday, July 27, 2012
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Discovering relief from summer’s heat
Don’t forget regional favorites Phil & Gaye Johnson, plus The Stray Birds from Pennsylvania, will take the stage tonight at Rogers Park in Tryon. WNCW 88.7 radio is the lead sponsor for this concert. There will also be wood-fired pizzas, ice cream and other treats for sale. The park opens at 6 p.m.
Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations:
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Saluda Center, Friday events: chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; Trash Train, 10 a.m. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Friday activities include movie matinee at 10 a.m. and bingo at 12:30 p.m. 828894-0001. Seniors on Sobriety (SOS) AA Meeting, Fridays at noon, Polk County Chamber of Commerce Building, 2753 Lynn Rd. (Continued on page 2)
Lifeguard Abigail Hall watches over a group of youth cooling from the summer heat at Gibson Pool in Columbus. The area sweltered through a hot stretch this week with highs in the mid to upper 90s. The weekend is expected to see a bit of cooling with highs in upper 80s by Monday. (photo by Leah Justice)
Polk’s tax rate ties for 23rd lowest in state by Leah Justice
Polk County ranks in the bottom quarter of tax rates throughout North Carolina for fiscal year 2012-2013. Polk’s tax rate of 52 cents per $100 of valuation is almost half of Scotland County’s $1.03 tax rate, which is the highest in the state. The N.C. Association of County Commissioners recently
released the rankings following statewide counties adopting new budgets, which began July 1. Polk County’s tax rate is ranked 78 out of 100 counties from high to low tax rates, or the 27th lowest tax rate in the state. Polk ties with Madison (26th), Cherokee (25th), Burke (24th) and Alamance (23rd) Counties, which also have tax rates of 52 cents.
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“I am very pleased to be in the bottom fourth in the state on county tax rate,” said Polk County Manager Ryan Whitson. “Our current tax rate is adequate to meet our needs and I don’t see a tax increase needed in the near future.” The lowest tax rate in the state is Macon County, with a (Continued on page 4)
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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR CALENDAR Here’s a list of upcoming meetings and events for area nonprofit community and governmental organizations: (Hwy 108), Tryon. 828-8940293. Saluda farmer’s market, Fridays, 4:30 p.m., in downtown Saluda. American Legion Post 250, weekly bingo games, Fridays, 7 p.m., 43 Depot St., Tryon. Doors open 5:30 p.m. Smoke-free. Narcotics Anon., Saluda Senior Center, Friday, 8 p.m.
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Landrum farmers market, Saturdays, 7-10 a.m., N. Trade Ave. in Landrum. For more information, call Joe Cunningham, 864-457-6585. Columbus farmer’s market, Saturdays, 8 a.m. - noon at Courthouse Square in downtown Columbus. Democratic Men’s Club, will meet Saturday, July 28 at 8:30 a.m. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba class, Saturdays, 9 a.m. Grassroots Art Project, holds art classes to benefit Lennie’s
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Fund and the Humane Society, Saturdays from 9:30 – 11:30 a.m. There is no fee for the class and all materials will be provided. Classes are held at the Holy Cross Episcopal Church on Melrose Ave. in Tryon. Call 828-8990673 for more information. House of Flags Museum, open Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. Tryon Painters & Sculptors, will hold an opening for its new gallery shop Saturday, July 28 from 5-7 p.m. Refreshments will be served. The public is welcome. All items will be original and handcrafted by TPS artists. Morris exhibit, auction gala, Saturday, July 28, 6-9 p.m. in Gallery One at the Tryon Fine Arts Center. Called “All Morris, All the Time,” the gala will auction donated items to raise funds to save Morris.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Tuesdays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; bridge, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., with bridge discussion session at 12:45. 828-749-9245. For more activities, email saludacenter@ hotmail.com. Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Mondays, Harmon Field/Tryon, 7 a.m. - noon. Saluda Center, Tuesdays, chair exercise, 9:30 a.m.; bridge, 10 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., with bridge discussion session at 12:45 p.m. 828-749-9245. For more activities, email saludacenter@hotmail.com or visit www. saluda.com. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Monday activities include line dancing, 10 a.m.; senior fitness, 11 a.m.; bingo or bead class, 12:30 p.m. 828-8940001. Democratic Women’s Club, will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, July 30 at 11 a.m. at the Democratic Headquarters in
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Today: Mostly sunny, with a 20 percent chance of rain. High 92, low 70. S at u r d a y : I s o l at e d T-storms T-storms thunderstorms, with a 30 percent chance of rain. High 92, low 69. Sunday: Mostly sunny, with just a 10 percent chance of rain. High 90, low 69. Monday: Partly cloudy, with 10 percent chance of rain. High 88, low 69. Wednesday’s weather was: High 90, low 70, no precipitation.
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Columbus. Everyone welcome. 828-894-3219. Christian Fellowship Luncheon, TJ’s Cafe, Tryon, Mondays except holidays, noon - 1 p.m.; food, fellowship and discussion of relevant issues; interdenominational.859-5051. Chess Club, Mondays, 12:30 p.m., recreation room, LaurelHurst Apartments, Columbus. Open to anyone in community. 894-3336. Saluda Center, Monday activities include line dancing at 12:30 p.m. For more information visit Saluda.com. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 5:30 p.m., Tryon United Methodist Church, New Market Road in Tryon. Green Creek Community Center, line dancing, Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Male Domestic Abuse Intervention Program, Mondays, 6 - 7:30 p.m., Steps to HOPE. 894-2340. Landrum Library, free yoga classes. 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Limited to first 30 people. Thermal Belt Stamp Club, first and third Mondays of each month, 7:30 p.m., Tryon Federal Bank, Columbus. Visitors welcome. Alcoholics Anonymous, Mondays, 8 p.m., Columbus
Presbyterian Church.
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Polk County Mobile Recycling Unit, Tuesdays, Ozone Drive and Hwy. 176, Saluda. Polk County Transportation Authority, makes a regular trip to Hendersonville on the first and third Tuesday of each month. 894-8203. Hospice of the Carolina Foothills, “We Care” is a weekly informal social group open to women coping with loss. The group meets at 9 a.m. at TJ’s Cafe in Tryon and is open to newcomers. For more information, contact Shannon Slater at 828-894-7000, 800-617-7132 or sslater@hocf.org. The Meeting Place Senior Center, Tuesday activities include ceramics, 9:30 a.m.; art class, 10 a.m.; bingo or movie, 12:30 p.m. 828-894-0001. House of Flags Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 33 Gibson Street, Columbus. Polk County Historical Association Museum, open Tuesdays, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., 60 Walker St., Columbus, lower level. Free. LIFECare of Polk County/ Adult Day Health Care, provides services Monday - Friday. Pet therapy is scheduled every (Continued on page 39)
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Sweets for Polk County Sheriff’s Department
Youth members of Midway Baptist recently made cards and brought cupcakes by for the officers and staff of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office. Shown with the goodies are Polk County Sheriff Donald Hill, chief deputy Andy Greenway, Sgt. Shannon Scell and Det. Randall Hodge. (photo submitted by Kim Pack)
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“I am very pleased to be in the bottom fourth in the state on county tax rate.� -- Polk County Manager Ryan Whitson
ager’s budget message. Franklin is Macon County’s seat with Highlands also being a Macon County town. Macon County borders Georgia and is home to the Nantahala River and many waterfalls. Macon’s population as of the 2010 census was approximately 34,000 residents. Scotland County’s new budget this year included a tax increase maintaining the highest tax rate ranking in the state. Scotland County’s 20122013 budget is nearly $37 million with this year’s increases being due to a $500,000 revenue shortfall in last year’s budget and a request from the schools due to a needed stadium repair estimated at $130,000, according to Scotland County’s website. L a u r i n b u rg i s S c o t l a n d County’s seat. Scotland County is the smallest county in the state in terms of landmass with 36,000 residents as of the 2010 census. Scotland County borders South Carolina. Polk County approved a $24,986,571 budget this year with no tax increases. Polk’s population as of the 2010 census was approximately 20,500 residents.
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Hendersonville man pleads guilty in Gillette Woods larcenies by Leah Justice
A Hendersonville man was convicted in Polk County for breaking and entering and larceny cases in the Gillette Woods area of Tryon and Polk County that occurred in 2011. John Jacob Kessler, who was 42 at the time of his March 2011 arrest pled guilty in Polk County District Court held Wednesday, July 18 to two counts of felony breaking and or entering, one count of felony larceny and one count of felony larceny after break/enter. Judge Mack Brittain sentenced Kessler to two terms of eight to 10 months at the N.C. Department of Corrections with 142 days of pretrial time served credit, recommending the DART program if Kessler qualifies. Kessler was arrested and charged in March 2011 for
the breaking and entering of several properties in the Lake Lanier and Gillette Woods area with one property located in Tryon and two properties located in Polk County. Area residents were credited by law enforcement in helping in the arrests in the crimes that occurred over a three-week period in 2011. Kessler faced charges in both Greenville County, S.C. for the Lake Lanier break-ins and in Polk County for the Gillette Woods break-ins. Officers at the time said several victims did not realize their homes had been broken into due to the crimes occurring during the day when no one was home and the homes left seemingly untouched. Neighbors began talking and came up with a description of a suspicious vehicle
that had been seen in the area with one victim knowing Kessler and once officers ran his name through pawn shops some of the stolen items were discovered. Also arrested in the case was Karen Phillips Byrd, of Chesnee, S.C., who was 38 years old at the time of her 2011 arrest. Byrd pled guilty in March 2011 in Polk County District Court to two counts of possession of stolen goods and was sentenced to 120 days in jail. Byrd’s original charges included felony larceny, breaking and or entering and one count of possession of stolen goods. Byrd was also recently arrested by the Columbus Police Department on charges of simple possession of marijuana and possession of drug para-
John Jacob Kessler’s mugshot from his arrest in March 2011. (photo submitted)
phernalia in a separate case. She was released in Polk County on a $500 bond following her July 8 arrest and has not faced those charges yet in court.
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Polk gives annual mental health funding to Polk Wellness Board agrees to look for funding for PVS by Leah Justice
Polk County Commissioners were recently faced with two bids for its annual maintenance of efforts funds for mental health with commissioners choosing to again fund the Polk Community Health and Wellness Center. Polk Vocational Services (PVS) also applied for funding this year, saying their funding has been cut and funding from Polk could help offset some of those cuts. Commissioners agreed to grant the Polk Wellness Center with the full amount of $74,981 and discussed how to work with PVS to help get them funding from another source. PVS had requested $50,000 worth of the funding. Commissioner Cindy Walker said it’s hard when the county has two great facilities. She motioned that the funding go to the Polk Wellness Center, saying they are new and she feels like it’s important for the county to help them as much as it can. “I’m appreciative that PVS has been here for a long time,” Walker said. “I have to pick what I feel like is the most critical need.” Commissioner Ted Owens asked if the county could give the majority to Polk Wellness and some to PVS. “I know both organizations are very important,” Owens said.
He said PVS is providing a real service for citizens of Polk County that need it as well as Polk Wellness Center. “If we can’t help PVS with this maybe we should think about helping from an economic development standpoint because they do provide jobs,” Owens said. Commissioner Tom Pack voted against giving all the funding to Polk Wellness Center saying he thinks the funding should be split between the two organizations. Commissioners agreed for Polk County Economic Development Director Libbie Johnson to work with PVS to see how the county can help with funding. One suggestion was to give PVS $5,000 the county economic tourism development commission previously offered to give the county for a water line extension. PVS has been in Polk County for 44 years and provides jobs to county residents who have developmental disabilities. The Polk Wellness Center has been in operation since 2009 and offers a sliding scale pay system with therapists to help people who suffer with mental health and substance abuse. The nonprofit wellness center has grown to 584 clients with 12 employees. The Wellness Center has recently moved its mental health services to the Dunn’s Commons Plaza in Columbus. The primary medical care services are still located at Polk Wellness’ original location at 801 W. Mills Street, Columbus.
Gospel singing at Columbus Baptist Mike Upright of Hendersonville will sing at Columbus Baptist Church on Saturday, July 28 at 6 p.m. A love offering will be received to help him with his ministry.
Everyone is invited to attend and worship with us. For more information, call 828894-8484. – article submitted by Inez Jackson
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Back to School Bash Aug. 11 The days of summer are drawing to a close: It’s a time when teachers gear up for the new academic year, parents start their back-to-school lists and the community throws a party for students and their families. T h e p a r t y, a “ B a c k t o School Bash,” is sponsored by the Kirby Civic Events Fund of the Polk County Community Foundation. The event will take place at Tryon Methodist Church on Aug. 11 between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Everything will be free, including hot dogs, chips and drinks for all who attend. School supplies will also be handed out to the first 300 students who attend. Kids will also enjoy an air-filled bouncy house and obstacle course for children. Back-to-school haircuts w i l l b e o ff e r e d a t n o c o s t ,
Want to go? What: Back to School Bash with free food, school supplies (for first 300 kids), haircuts and a bouncy house for kids When: Saturday, Aug. 11 Where: Tryon Methodist Church and there will even be some winter coats available for those who might need them. Tr y o n U n i t e d M e t h o d i s t Church is located at 195 New Market Road, just around the corner from Side Street Pizza. For more detailed information, call 828-8599218. – article submitted by Nancy Hiley
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Polk district court results In Polk County District Court $50 fine and court costs. John Jacob Kessler was conheld Wednesday, July 18, 2012 with Judge Mack Brittain presid- victed of two counts of felony ing, 161 cases were heard. Some breaking and or entering, felony cases were continued, dismissed larceny and larceny after break/ enter. Kessler was sentenced to 8 or sent to superior court. The following persons were to 10 months at the N.C. Departconvicted of a crime (names are ment of Corrections with credit printed as they appear in court for 142 days served for breaking and or entering and larceny and 8 records): Stephen Glenn Burgess was to 10 months at the N.C. Departconvicted of possession of mari- ment of Corrections for larceny juana up to ½ ounce. Burgess was after break/enter. Jonathan Jamez Lebeck was sentenced to one year unsuperconvicted of vised probation, resisting puba $50 fine and Court Results lic officer, incourt costs. jury to personal Charles Richard Carter was convicted of property, felony breaking and or level 5 driving while impaired. entering and felony larceny after break/enter. Lebeck was senCarter The was sentenced to one year facT ThaT you tenced supervised unsupervised probation, hours our are reading this ad24 confirms claimto to 36 be amonths closely-read – and illustrates theprobation, old motto multum $2,000 in in parvo restitution, in jail, newspaper a– much $100 fine and court costs. in little. The next time you have something to sell, $300 finewelcome and court Jevon WaynetheCornett was remember quickest, surestaand most waycosts to for reachofbuyers their resisting favorite newspaper. public officer, injury to convicted injuryistothrough personal personal property and breaking property, breaking and orTryon entering,Daily The Bulletin larceny after break/enter, resisting and or entering and 36 months www.tryondailybulletin.com public officer and possession of supervised probation for larceny stolen motor vehicle. Cornett was after break/enter. Hallie Marie McKee was consentenced to 15 to 27 months at the N.C. Department of Correc- victed of speeding 59 mph in a 50 Follow the in line of least resistance… mph zone. McKee was fined $30 tions and $2,000 restitution. When you want to reach people who buy things, go places – and court Chris Garyson use theRay friendly, localwas dailyconnewspaper whichcosts. they invite into their homes and offices. Susan G. Merrell was convicted of possession/consumption Use The Tryon Daily Bulletin for prompt, profitable results. beer/wine on unauthorized prem- victed of speeding 70 mph in a 65 ise. Garyson was sentenced to one mph zone. Merrell was fined $20 year unsupervised probation, a and court costs.
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Morris friends lend helping hand with ransom fee Nancy Holmes and Nowell Guffey found their way to The Sterling Women’s Golf Shoppe at 39 Depot Street to help raise money to pay Morris’ ransom. A Save Morris gala and auction will be held Saturday, July 28 at the Tryon Fine Arts Center to continue fundraising efforts. Numerous local artists have donated their work for the auction. Tickets can be purchased at the event for a donation to the Save Morris Project, which aims to restore the town’s historic icon. (photos submitted by Patti D’Arbanville)
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Latest Morris letter, ransom note
October 19-28, 2012
“Tippy just hurried back from town after sneaking into TFAC and said there are people everywhere and the place is filled with images of me. While Tippy was away, I overheard my kidnappers talking about me and they kept repeating the words ransom and gala. I whispered what I heard to Tippy and she became very excited, saying that all of my friends are throwing this “big party” and hope it will give the kidnappers what they want...my ransom. Since the night I was taken away, I have never felt alone.
I have always known in my heart how much I love my home and all of my friends. After talking with Tippy, I now realize how much my friends love me and miss me as much as I miss them. They are having a party for me. I know they will do whatever it takes to bring me back home so I can continue greeting all of my friends from my regular post, representing Tryon, “The Friendliest Town in the South.” I cannot wait for Tippy to return from the “Big Party” and tell me all about it! – Your loyal friend, Morris
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Obituaries
Ned A. Foster
Ned A. Foster, 82, of Travelers Rest, passed away Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Born in Polk County, he was a son of the late Aldon and Estella Cothran Foster. Mr. Foster was a veteran of the US Coast Guard; he was a retired real estate agent/ broker and a member of Locust Hill Baptist Church. Surviving is his wife Martha Crenshaw Foster of the home; three children, Robert A. (Bobby) Foster and wife Donna, Betty Foster White and husband Dick and Brenda Foster Scott and husband Keith; two step-children, Steven A. Cox and wife Geny and Angela C. Roberts and husband Todd; a brother, Tom Foster and wife Christine; three sisters, Aldene Dorn and husband PC, Diane Robertson and husband Jerry McCurley and Jeri Foster; 12 grandchildren, Jennifer Smoak, Mark Foster, Daniel Foster, BJ Foster, Kevin Foster, Bill White, Amy James, John White, Parker Roberts, Delany Roberts, Megan Cox and Ashley Pruett and 16
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great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents he was predeceased by his first wife, Lennie Huff Foster; a son, Tony Foster and a great-granddaughter Macayla Smoak. Funeral services will be held at 11 o’clock Friday morning at Locust Hill Baptist Church with burial to follow in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 10-11 a.m. at the church prior to the service. The Men’s Bible Sunday School Class will serve as honorary pallbearers. In lieu of flowers the family request that memorials be made to Open Arms Hospice, 1836 W. Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC 29680 or Locust Hill Baptist Church, 5534 Locust Hill Road, Travelers Rest, SC 29690. The family will be at their respective homes. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www. thehowzemortuary.com The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest is in charge of arrangements.
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S.C. plans inland port in Greer Balsam Range. The festival, produced by the City of Asheville Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department in coordination with the Bele Chere Board of Directors, will take place Friday from noon to 10 p.m., on The South Carolina State Ports Saturday from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Authority (SCPA) is moving ahead and on Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. with plans for an inland port in The festival was launched Greer that likely will draw more in 1979 as a way to revitalize distribution centers to the Upstate. the downtown business district. SCPA is coordinating the inland Merchants collaborated on the port project with Norfolk Southern project and selected the name to improve “Bele Chere,” the flow of which means Around the Region international “beautiful living” container in an ancient traffic between the Port of Scottish dialect. The event has Charleston, Upstate South Carolina grown steadily over the years and and neighboring states. The inland now includes a popular show by port will be used to convert 50,000 the Purina Ultimate Air Dogs, a all-truck container moves to more children’s area with crafts, rides efficient multimodal transport, and performances and many art says SCPA. exhibits. For more information The ports authority plans to about the festival, visit www. construct the inland port on a 100- belecherefestival.com. acre site in Greer. The property source: www.belecherefestival. was purchased by SCPA in 1982 com. for a potential inland port site, but the project did not forward *** until recently. This month SCPA Carolina Panthers’ fans will approved the negotiation of a have a chance to watch up close $1.1 million engineering contract Cam Newton and the rest of the for the project. The authority also team in Spartanburg over the next has allocated $23.5 million in three weeks. The team is returning capital spending to start work on to Wofford College campus for its the inland port in fiscal year 2013. 18th season of summer training (source: www.jocsailings. camp in Spartanburg. The players com, 7-10-12; The Journal of will participate in the first practice Commerce, 7-9-12) on Saturday. A Training Camp Kickoff Party will be held from *** 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Wofford’s Visitors will pack the streets of Gibbs Stadium plaza. The party downtown Asheville this weekend will resume from 8:30-9:30 p.m., for the 34th Annual Bele Chere following the team’s first practice, music and arts festival. The largest which starts at 6:30 p.m. free street festival in the southeast “The city benefits greatly will feature art, food and plenty from the Panthers’ presence here of music. Headliner bands at this every July and August,” said year’s event include: Lucero, Spartanburg Mayor Junie White, Los Amigos Invisibles, David who also will host on Saturday the Mayfield Parade, ArtOfficial second annual Mayor’s Ball Run and Brandi Carlile. Local bands, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at city hall. such as Doc Aquatic, Boys in the The Kickoff Party will include live Well, Crazy Horse & Colston, entertainment, activities for the Jonathan Scales Fourchestra and entire family and the team’s first The Buchanan Boys also will perform, along with local Grammy (Continued on page 18) Award winners David Holt and
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summer practice. Admission to the practices is free. (source: www.wyff4.com, 9-25-12) *** A new $60 million healthcare education center in Greenville is expected to have a major impact on healthcare services in the region. The Greenville Hospital System University Medical Center opened last week its new Health Sciences Education Building. The 91,000-square-foot building, located next to the Greenville Memorial Hospital on Grove Road, will be home to the new University of South Carolina School of Medicine, featuring a patient-simulation center that lets students practice on hightech mannequins that respond to treatment. The new Health Sciences Education Building also will be home to a USC-certified
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registered nurse anesthetist areas. The areas evaluated for the program and the Greenville ratings include: passing rates on campus of the S.C. College of licensing and certification exams, Pharmacy. performance of college transfer Michael Riordan, President students, passing rates of students and CEO of the Greenville in developmental courses, success Hospital System, says the new rate of developmental students in four-year medical school will help subsequent college-level course address a shortage of physicians and client satisfaction with Small in the Upstate and help drive the Business Center services. region’s economy. “This is going (source: Asheville Citizen to help us attract Times, 7-24businesses from 12) Around the Region other states that want to be here,” *** said Riordan. Night hunting of feral swine (source: www.scbiznews.com, and coyotes on private lands 7-23-12) begins in North Carolina on Aug. 1. The temporary rules take effect *** to control localized populations Asheville-Buncombe Technical of the animals, which are nonCommunity College is one of native to North Carolina and 16 community colleges in the destructive to the landscape, state to receive an “exceptional” livestock and domestic animals. rating for the 2010-11 school year. The N.C. Wildlife Commission The North Carolina community approved the rules this month for college system issued ratings night hunting of the animals with a based on the performance of each light. The rules do not allow access of its 58 colleges across seven core to any property. Landowners must
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provide permission to access a private property. Hunting on Sundays is allowed on private lands only with archery equipment. The N.C. Wildlife Commission does not currently have any rules permitting night hunting of feral swine and coyotes on public lands. (source: www.ncwildlife.org, 7-24-12) *** The North Carolina Wildlife Commission’s website now offers an interactive map with information about more than 500 public fishing areas in the state. The North Carolina Interactive Fishing Map allows visitors to search for public fishing access sites by address, county or zip code. The site provides information about the type of access available, the primary fisheries present, directions to the site and the ownership and management of the site. Visitors to the interactive (Continued on page 19)
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map can search lakes by fish species, type of water body and type of access, and even purchase a fishing license online. The wildlife commission says it is planning future updates to the map that will provide photos of the fishing areas and more information about them, such as the fish collected during biological surveys. “Our goal is for the map to serve as a comprehensive information source for anglers looking for a publicly accessible place to fish in North Carolina, which is why we included sites that are managed by entities other than the commission, such as municipalities, state parks and other groups.” (source: www.ncwildlife.org, 7-20-12) *** Lake Lure is among 15 nominees in USA Today’s “Best Lake in America” contest. The nominees were chosen by editors from five regional magazines across the country. “It’s such a beautiful place,” says Rutherford County publicist Michelle Yelton. “It’s one of the few places where you can hike to the top of a mountain then jump on a wakeboard.” Lake Lure is the only North Carolina lake nominated for the contest. Votes for the contest will be accepted until Friday with a tweet to @USATODAYtravel. (source: Asheville Citizen Times, 7-24-12) *** New rules protecting sea turtles and the piping plover, a threatened shorebird, at Cape Hatteras National Seashore are drawing opposition from some regular visitors. The rules, which took effect in February, restrict beach driving along the 65 shoreline miles of the national seashore from Ocracoke to south of Nags Head. Off-road vehicles are restricted from the Outer Banks beaches to help protect the animals that lay eggs along the shoreline.
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Some areas, which had been Senate have proposed weaker, popular with surfers, surf casters, interim rules. Rep. Walter Jones of swimmers and shell collectors are Farmville said the new rules are too now off limits to beach drivers for restrictive and they harm the Outer most or all of Banks tourism the year. economy. Around the Region Some beach However, drivers are battling the new Mike Murray, superintendent restrictions with lawsuits, while of the Cape Hatteras National legislators in the U.S. House and Seashore, says the new beach
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access plan meets two goals: providing recreation and protecting natural resources. He adds that the national seashore must serve both visitors who like to bring their trucks and SUVs to the beach and others who want to get away from vehicles. (source: Charlotte Observer, 7-16-12)
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Phytonutrients help us the way nature intended Today, I’d like to share information on a substance found in most fruits and vegetables, that not only helps protect plants as they grow, but us too…phytonutrients. Plants, over time developed these compounds to protect themselves from harm. You see, unlike humans, plants are at a real disadvantage, be-
cause they’re stuck in one place. lutants in soil and water. Plants If a plant gets sick with mold produce these phytonutrients as or fungus, the plants next to it part of their immune systems. can’t just get up The word Diet & Exercise and move a safe “phyto” comes distance away. by David Crocker from the Greek They have to word, meaning stay right where they are and plant. Since phytonutrients aren’t battle disease, injury, drought, considered “traditional” nutrients insects, excessive heat, and pol- like fat, protein, vitamins, and minerals, they’re sometimes referred to as “phytochemicals.” Also, their use for health benefits isn’t just recent, in fact it’s believed Hippocrates may have prescribed willow tree leaves to abate fever. Salicin, extracted from willow tree bark would later be synthetically produced, and known as over-the-counter aspirin. Scientists estimate as many as 10,000 different phytochemicals that may affect cancer, cardiovascular disease, metabolic disease, age-related macular degeneration, and protect our bodies from oxidative damage. There are several classes of phytonutrients, but the best known are “carotenoids.” Carotenoids are pigments that give fruits and vegetables their red, yellow, orange or purple colors. By the way, phytonutrients are also responsible for fruit and vegetable odors. This is known as the plant’s “organoleptic” quality. Some common carotenoids and their sources include alphacarotene (carrots), beta-carotene (leafy greens and yellow vegetables like butternut squash, kale, collards, turnip greens, carrots and sweet potatoes), beta-cryptoxanthin (citrus fruits, peaches and apricots),lutein (leafy greens like kale, spinach, and turnip greens), zeaxanthin, (leafy greens, eggs, citrus). Another important phytochemical found in fruits and vegetables are sterols. Sterols are a subgroup of steroids. Sterols in plants are called phytosterols, sterols in animals are called zoosterols. Phytosterols have been shown to block cholesterol absorption sites in the human intestine, thus reducing blood
levels of cholesterol. Pytosterols also act as precursors to human sterols. These act to modulate the human endocrine system, there by making it possible for the body to produce Dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA for short). DHEA is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands and serves a variety of functions. This hormone is often referred to as the “mother” hormone, because of its ability to convert itself into other hormones such as testosterone, estrogen, progesterone and corticosterone. That makes DHEA a precursor to all other human hormones. Research shows that adequate DHEA in the body can slow the aging process, and help prevent and reverse conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, memory loss, obesity and osteoporosis. Human DHEA levels peak between ages 20 to 25, then decline with age. I don’t recommend DHEA supplementation, unless advised by your doctor, because too much of this hormone has been shown to increase blood clotting, an over abundance of estrogen in men and increase of hormone related cancers like prostate, breast, and ovarian. We do need this hormone and all the phytochemicals discussed today for good health, but get them the way nature intended. By eating your fruits and vegetables. Diet or exercise question? Email me at dwcrocker77@ gmail.com or visit fitness4yourlife.org. David Crocker of Landrum has been a nutritionist and personal trainer for 26 years. He served a s strength director of the Spartanburg Y.M.C.A., head strength coach for the USCSpartanburg baseball team, S.C. state champion girls gymnastic team, Converse college equestrian team, water safety consultant to the U.S. Marine Corps., lead trainer to L.H. Fields modeling agency, taught four semester at USC-Union, and was a regular guest of the Pam Stone radio show.
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Free American Roots Music events start in Landrum Aug. 5 Starting Aug. 5, six weeks of free concerts featuring all types of American music from gospel to jazz will take place in Landrum. Known as New Harmonies: Celebrating American Roots Music, the concert series and an interactive exhibit at the Landrum Library focus on distinct cultural influences on music including county Western, zydeco, bluegrass and protest songs, to name a few. This celebration, part of Museum on Main Street, is a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institute and The Humanities Council. The United States Congress provides funding in an initiative to bring cultural events to rural communities. The 15 free concerts and lectures are funded by a grant to the Landrum Library, and by sponsorships from local individuals, families, foundations and
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organizations. Week One Aug. 5, 3:30 p.m., Landrum Library.
Appalachian Stories and Music, John Fowler, Co-host of a weekly old-time radio show on WNCW-FM.
Aug. 11, 7 p.m. Outdoor concert, Landrum Library. (Continued on page 22)
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Only in our lives for a moment but remember forever Our routine Sunday night was interrupted somewhere in the eight o’clock hour by the sudden sound of knocking on the storm door and the headlights from a still running truck parked in front of the house. “Is this your kitten?” asked a neighbor, holding up a scruff of yowling dark grey fur in the palm of his hand. Standing in a tank top and a pair of Paul’s boxers (you know how I hate pants) and using one foot to keep our other four cats and two terriers from scooting out the door, I said, “Nope. That ain’t ours.” “Oh. It was up at the end of your driveway by the road, next to your mailbox, and Nathan said to bring it over to you ‘cause it was probably yours.” Gee, thanks, Nathan. Well, what are you going to do? The kitten was tiny and as we later learned, only six weeks old,
crying, frightened, clawing at the wanted her mama and as far as she was concerned, her Mama became air. It was late. We took her in. It never fails to amaze me me, Paul, Bonnie and Duchess, as that a creature, the result of ir- she threw herself against all of us, responsible humans who don’t one by one, in thoughtful rotation. Come mornspay or neuter the ing, Paul phoned animals in their “I’m Just and an appointcare, becomes Saying…” ment was schedoverwhelmingly uled with our vet grateful and lovby Pam Stone for a full physiing in the blink of cal the next day. an eye. This thin kitten, with true ‘Russian Blue’ The little mite showed boundless coloring- sooty grey coat and energy, and before I was able to blue eyes- immediately clamored run out to buy kitten food, I had towards my chest and face, hugely given her a bit of the adult kibble vocal, purring and wanting to and some milk from a separate press against my neck and remain dish and was then full of remorse rooted there. Yes, it’s always risky when I saw her throw it up a bringing in a stray when you couple of hours later. “Stupid!” I scolded my actions have no idea what they’ve been exposed to but as our other cats out loud. “Stupid to give her adult are up to date on vaccinations, I formula. What was I thinking?” After obtaining the appropriate wasn’t as nervous and, truth be told, I couldn’t bear to lock it food, and eating with relish, she away into the bathroom by itself was ill again. A few hours passed and hear it cry all the night. She and diarrhea began as well. Arriving at the vet, this kitten, who only hours before had been jumping back and forth from sofa to loveseat, cuddling against Bonnie and Duchess, went into rapid decline. It was determined that she was so full of parasites she was morbidly anemic. Her gums went pale. Our patient sixtoed marmalade tabby, Dennis, was quickly brought from home
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Music and Stories from the Southern Mountains, David Holt, Four-time Grammy Award winner, host of Folkways and Riverwalk on public networks. Those attending this and other outdoor concerts should bring their own seating or blankets. No alcohol is permitted on library grounds. Week two Aug. 12, 3:30 p.m. Lecture, Landrum Library. Cultural Preservation: A Southern Louisiana Case Study, Dr. Tracey Laird, Cajun and Zydeco music
to serve as donor for a blood transfusion while the kitten was immediately given fluids. Her heartbeat became slightly stronger but she was not responsive. Two hours later she was gone. She had been in our lives for 36 hours. “Maybe you were only meant to help her transition to the other side.” a friend suggested, helpfully. Those were words of enormous comfort and, I believe, truth. We have a plethora of coyotes around here and I often see what appears to be a great horned owl roosting in a poplar in the front field in the evenings. This tiny kitten could easily have experienced a terrifying and painful death. Instead, because one fellow cared enough to stop his truck and scoop her up out of the road and bang on doors, trying to find it a home, and because we are suckers for all things wearing fur pajamas, this kitten spent the last several hours of her brief life warm and safe, grateful and purring, right up until she lapsed into her final sleep. C.S. Lewis once wrote something to the effect of, “Bodies don’t have souls. Souls have bodies.” With this little girl, I’m grateful we all had the opportunity to be know both. Aug. 16, 7 p. m., Outdoor concert, Landrum Library. Brushfire Stankgrass Trio, Modern mountain music. Aug. 18, 7 p. m., Concert Miller and Rowe Consort, Jackson Grove United Methodist Church. Classic, original, Celtic, oldtime and hymns. Sponsored by the Susan Patricia Hodge Foundation. The complete schedule is available at the Spartanburg Public Library’s website: infodepot.org or 864-457-2218. The Landrum Library is located at 111 Asbury Drive and is visible from Highway 14. - article submitted
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Landrum Cardinals 14-under head to regionals
The Landrum Cardinals 14 and under state champions will be headed to Loudoun, Va. Aug. 1-7 to play in the regional tournament. The team’s record this year is 22 wins and only one loss against mostly 15-year-old teams. The team’s coach is David Edwards with assistant coaches JR Padgett and Ronnie Blackwell. Players shown are first row: Hadyn Padgett, Joel Seay, Preston Dimsdale, Seth Stewart and Ross Rothell; second row: JD Edwards, Jacob Corn, Hunter Bobo, Keelan Sheridan and Ryan Blackwell; back row: David Edwards, JR Padgett and Ronnie Blackwell. Not shown is Tyler Campbell. (photo submitted by David Edwards)
Cann named South Carolina Athletic Director of the year by Joey Millwood
Over the last 10 years, Landrum athletics has seen much success. That success was rewarded Sunday, July 22 as Landrum’s Athletic Director John Cann was awarded the South Carolina Athletic Coaches Association State Athletic Director of the Year award. Cann has served at the heart of the Cardinals’ past decade of success, but he is quick to point out that it wasn’t all about one person. “I feel like I’m sharing this award with the whole staff,” he
said. championships. Cann has led the Cardinal “He’s just a great athletic diprogram through 10 years of rector,” Cardinal baseball coach prosperity. He’s starting his 11th Ray McCallister said. “He supyear as the athports all of his letic director. coaches. He’s In the last “He supports all of his always there decade, Lan- coaches. He’s always there before we get drum’s program there and he’s before we get there and has won 11 state there after we championships, he’s there after we leave.” leave.” -- Ray McCallister 19 upper state It’s the extra champions and stuff, however, 53 region championships. The that makes him such a great athCardinals won the Herald-Jour- letic director, McCallister said. nal General Excellence Award Cann will line the fields and help in 2007 after the baseball team with eligibility amongst other and the softball team won state things.
Another aspect of his job that Cann loves is the help he receives from the district office. “They’ve given us the resources we’ve needed,” he said. “Who would ever want to leave the district with our facilities?” More than anything, Cann is holding this award in high esteem because who awards the prize. “I was shocked by it,” he said. “When it comes from your peers, it means a lot more.” Last year was the final year the Cardinals would compete at the 1A level. Landrum moves up into the 2A classification for the upcoming season.
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The ‘welcome waggin’ committee of Wylie and his friend bring a huge jar of Milkbone® treats to River, the new Shar-Pei in town! River gladly accepted the treats from his new eight-year-old friends, and promptly stuck his snout in the jar without offering to share. (photo by Bonnie J. Bardos)
Community spirit lives in heat “The days go by, the days re- life in Saluda is we have kids. main the same, dwindling down And dogs. And a rooster or two. to a precious few as I try to Sometimes a red wagon loaded with kids rolls write my my house, name In the Saluda News by and I smile to book of pass& myself. You ing days, the book of water. Notations hear and see much from a Some days by Bonnie Bardos front porch: I go fishing, vignettes of usually unsuccessfully, casting gently across life dance by on the sidewalk, a small stream that flows along an expanse of green trees embeneath some overhanging trees broidering the horizon, blue sky overhead. or through a field of cows.” ~ John Koethe (Continued on page 27) One thing about small town
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Yes, red wagons bring back memories, and are a reminder of what matters most. Red wagons, basketball thumping, dogs, roosters crowing, mockingbirds trilling, kids playing outside: all a part of the web of life. We need those things that connect us, the years, the turning of time: living here in town, I get a glimpse of many story lines along the sidewalks. There are young, middle-age, old folks; dogs, cats sunning on porches, ancient pick-ups, tractors, golf carts along low-slung cars that cost as much as a modest house. It all comes together as part of the thread that knits community together. Last week, my doorbell rang: this time, two grinning (and adorable) eight-year-old boys bearing a huge jar of Milkbone® dog treats with a “Welcome to Saluda, River!” sign taped around it. Now, River the rescue
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pup has made himself quite at home around here, and has been trying to live up to being the resident guard Shar-Pei of the house. However, wise boy that he is, once he spotted the treats, no growls or barks were to be heard. Tail wagging, he made fast friends with his two visitors (and the treat jar). What I love most about Saluda: the fact that little boys come to my door with a jar of treats to make the new ‘baby’ welcome. The fact that others leave off gift bags of dog presents for him, ask about him. That red wagons roll past on the sidewalk. It’s the way our town is: that folks care about each other, furry or not: and another reminder that there is good in this world – right there in front of me: standing on a sunlit porch, two young boys carrying a jar of Milkbones® with joy and innocence in their eyes. Ellen Ogden Hefley is visiting Saluda from Natchez, Mississippi. Congratulations to Bo
Moore, son of Anita Odgen Moore; Bo recently started a new job in San Francisco. At Saluda Community Library, 44 West Main Street: bring kids to enjoy summer programs: on Friday, July 27 at 2 p.m. it’s Mark Daniel, Magical Storyteller, “READasaurus on the Loose.” The summer’s finale is Wednesday, August 1 at 2 p.m.: “Pajama Party, Movie and Craft Program.” Wear jammies! Call 749-2117 for information. Our Saluda postmaster, Cindy Keeter, is retiring. A drop-in retirement reception for Cindy will be at the Saluda Center at 64 Greenville Street, hosted by the Women’s Club of Saluda on Tuesday, July 31 from 3-5:30 p.m. Also at Saluda Center, there’ll be community potluck and bingo night with Archie Hardy as caller on July 30 at 6 p.m. Meals On Wheels can always use volunteers; inquire with Donna Carson at Saluda
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Center 828-749-9245 or stop by, check out the art exhibit while there. If you’re over 60 and are in need of a good hot meal delivered to you, they’re glad to assist. Did you know that medical supplies can be loaned as well? Saluda Tailgate Market continues at West Main Street public parking lot on Fridays from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Fresh local offerings: rain or shine. Happy July Birthdays to Doris Marion, Debi Thomas, Linda Poole, Rheta Foster, Nancy Weinhagen, Tosh Miller, Lisa Obermiller, Kathy Thompson, Bill Jameson, Emily Rose Ford and Jeremy Ford. Thank you, dear readers for reading this column: each and every one of you is appreciated and your comments are valued! If you have something of note, feel free to contact me at bbardos@gmail.com; or 749-1153. You may also visit my website at bonniebardos.com or find me on facebook.
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ICC class offers walking Benjamin Franklin lived while guide to Paris to explore Ameri- negotiating French support for can Revolutionary history the American colonists’ War of A history class about the Independence. It will also show places in Paris, France, that are the grand building where 4,000 www.tryondailybulletin.com related to America’s Revolu- Parisians stood to mourn Franktionary War will be held at the lin’s death years later. Students Polk County campus of Iso- will discover where Thomthermal Comas Jefferson munity College b ou gh t man y Want to go? from 10 a.m. of the books to noon begin- W hat: “A Walking Guide that became the ning Wednes- Through Paris: first volumes of day, Aug. 1. The D i s c o v e r i n g America’s Lit h r e e - s e s s i o n American History” brary of Concourse will be When: W e d n e s d a y s , g r e s s . T h e y held on consec- Aug. 1 - 15 will also see utive Wednesthe statue of days through Where: ICC Polk Campus George WashAug. 15. ington astride “A Walking Guide Through his horse given to France by Paris: Discovering American the women of the young United History” is a Powerpoint pre- States in gratitude for French sentation that takes students assistance during the war. along the streets of Paris to see “I learned so much about such places as the home where our own history,” said one former student.“I don’t remember studying any of these interesting Got Equity? facts in school. My next trip to Need a Second Mortgage? Paris, I’ll take the map we got in class and stop by a few locations Check Out These Special Loan Rates! that I learned about. The whole course was really enlightening.” Taught by Mary Jo Padgett, the course is based on a book OR she acquired and studied while living in Paris. More than 23 locations around that city will be With $500 Flat Fee Plus Appraisal Fee “visited,” places where treaties were signed, statues erected, parks created, streets named or plaques put on buildings – all relating to French involvement and support for the American Revolution. The People You Turn To. Course and registration information are available at www. The Bank You Trust. isothermal.edu/learnstuffpolk. Celebrating 90 Years! Preregistration is recommend108 East Main street, 160 West Mills Street, ed. www.maconbank.com Saluda Columbus For more information, con800.438.2265 828.524.1000 828.524.7000 tact Padgett at 828-697-9557 THE FOLLOWING TERMS APPLY TO BOTH PRODUCTS: Primary or second homes only. No manufactured or maryjo@maryjopadgett.com housing. 80% Maximum Loan to Value. A flat fee of $500 plus appraisal fee will be charged. Other discounts will not or Kate Barkschat, ICC Polk apply. Underwriting guidelines will apply. Center, at 828-892-3092 ext. 15 Repayment Terms: For the 15 year fixed rate of 3.95% (4.098% APR), 179 payments of $368.59 with a final payment of $369.16. For the 10 year fixed rate of 3.75% (3.962% APR), 119 payments of $500.31 and a final payment of $499.76. or kbarkschat@isothermal.edu. Payment is based on a loan amount of $50,000. See Mortgage Officer for more details. - article submitted * Annual Percentage Rate by Mary Jo Padgett
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Livingston presents history of U.S. flag program at Rotary Club meeting Otis “Hoot� Livingston recently presented a program on the history of the United States flag at a meeting of the Rotary Club of Tryon. Colonel Livingston retired from the Army after 26 years as an infantry officer, serving in combat during both the Korean and Vietnam wars. He is an active volunteer with the House of Flags. The program was one in a series of patriotic programs during the month of July celebrating our country’s military and patriotic history. For additional information, contact Bill Hillhouse at hillhouse550@ windstream.net. - article submitted by Bill Hillhouse
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L.G. (Little Girl) (photo submitted)
L.G. (Little Girl), a fabulous effort I received the call about L.G., I learned from Dana that diabetic the beautiful and loving 8-year- cat rescue was not receiving any old calico, a few months ago. I cats at this time. Early the next morning (a was told she had diabetes and was failing, if I could help get her well Wednesday) I went down to my and regulated they would gladly church, put all other thoughts take her back. I had her brought from my mind and prayed hard for to Landrum vet under Lennie’s Little Girl. Later that afternoon Fund and visited her often. She I received a call fro Don Lovak, rewarded my visits with head who lives in Virginia. Don saves butts and deep purrs, ever grate- diabetic cats and would take L.G. if we could get ful for human her to him with contact. MeanHumane Society all her records. while I tried to Special Cases I spoke with this contact L.G.’s Leonard Rizzo angel of a man owners to keep for nearly one them apprised of her progress, to no avail. By the hour and was amazed at the wonsecond week she was pronounced derful work he does all at his own ready to go home but still neither cost. I promised we’d get back to the clinic or I could reach the him soon, as soon as I contacted owners. It soon became a month Dana, whom he knew through the and it was obvious that either internet. I called Dana, told her the owners changed their minds about the phone call and gave her or I was lied to, which by the Don’s number. “This is amazing,” way, whoever you are, wasn’t Dana said, “Emmy has to leave for Virginia early Friday morning necessary. I had so much going on, how and he lives in exactly the same was I to find a home for an 8-year- area code where she is going, keep old diabetic cat, as beautiful and your fingers crossed.” All contacts were made and as sweet as she was. I called my dear friend Dana Meyer, who everyone seemed to be on the heads Po’Kitties, among other same page as new friendships things, and has been a rock help- were forged. Emmy picked ing me place animals over the up L.G. on Thursday evening, years. “I’ll put her on the internet learned how to give shots and and try to contact diabetic cat would be delivering her to her rescue,” Dana told me. “Thanks new home in Virginia on Monday Dana, I hate to see her in that cage morning. On Friday I went to Landrum for so long. “I’ve met her Lennie,” Dana replied, “she is a sweet girl.” (Continued on page 31) Two more weeks went by and
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The Rotary Club of Tryon is pleased to announce that Bob Weiner, better known as “YankeeBob” to his many friends, has recently been inducted into the club. Weiner retired from ATT and relocated to Tryon in 1985. As an active community volunteer, he has served as the commander of the American Legion and as a volunteer for St. Luke’s Hospital. The Rotary Club of Tryon has been in continuous operation since 1927 with a commitment of promoting the ideals of Rotary both locally and internationally. The members of the Rotary Club welcome Bob to Rotary. Shown is Bob Weiner and Rotary Club President Carol Jackson. (photo submitted by Bill Hillhouse)
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vet to settle L.G.’s bill and it was slightly less than $200. “What’s this?” I asked Elaine, “the boarding alone should be more than this.” Elaine smiled and shrugged her shoulders, “See Dr. Raines.” Donna had already given me a free case this year and always cuts corner to keep my fees as low as possible. When I confronted her, she said, “L.G. was a good and easy keeper, her boarding is on me.” As I hugged her I said,” I guess I’ll have to cook you another Italian dinner.” “That’s a great deal,” she replied, the good lady’s face
beaming with joy. Little Girl is now comfortable and happy in her new home with Don Lovak and his team. I’d like to dedicate this week’s tale to all those who step up to help me and my kids with three in particular, a canine and his two humans. To Dana and Emmy and in memory of Champ, the therapy dog, who always greeted Uncle Lennie with warmth. The only thing Champ loved better than food was people, or as Champ would say, “Well, maybe.” If you get a chance, look him up on the internet and you’ll learn something that I’ve always known, “He was simply the best.” Thanks for listening.
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St. John the Baptist Catholic ball, basketball free throw, corn Church is ready to announce hole toss and Sea of Galilee the second annual Italian Feast. fishing for prizes. Families can enjoy music, There will also be merchangames, merchandise sales and a dise on sale along with tradisearch for the hidden Topo Gi- tional Catholic items. Enter gio, the church mouse mascot. raffles to win gift baskets. Admission is free. Attendees To kick off this feast, the can park nearby and take a free evening before at sunset, a trolley ride right to the church, traditional Catholic procession located at 180 Laurel Ave, will take place on the main Tryon. Tours streets of Tryof the church, on.It will inWant to go? including a clude altar church history, What: Second annual boys carrying will be given at Italian Festival incense and the event, com- When: Sept. 8 torches, a traplete with the ditional decoSchola Choir Where: St. John the Baptist rated donkey s i n g i n g a n - Catholic Church cart bearing cient Gregorian 180 Laurel Ave., a statue of Tryon. chants. St. John the The menu Baptist, the for the event’s feast includes Church’s patron saint, banfavorite Italian dishes like ners, and several hundred pawood-fired pizza, sausage with rishioners and clergy will be peppers and onions on fresh holding candles and chanting crusty Panini rolls, pasta and reverently. marinara, eggplant lasagna, The purpose is to bring Italian sodas, gelato, pizza fritte awareness to the church and (fried pizza dough, sweetened provide an opportunity for with cinnamon sugar or pow- those who may have never seen dered sugar) other homemade a Catholic procession. The prodessert delicacies of biscotti, cession will end at the church, canoli and more. There will also followed by music, dessert and be beer and wine. All foods and refreshments. All are welcome beverages will be cash sales. to join in. While you enjoy the beautiFor more information, call ful grounds of the church, Ital- the church at 828-859-9574 or ian music will fill the air along Janet Sciacca at 864-457-6530. with the smells and sights of Also check the church website, savory foods. In adjacent park- at www.stjohntryon.com and its ing lot areas, there will be kara- Facebook page. oke, music, dancing, games and – article submitted prizes. Games include bocce by Janet Sciacca
Winners of Saluda Mountain Duplicate Bridge Club’s play on Monday, July 23 were: First - Linda Hall and Karen Doddridge Second - Virginia Ambrose and Veevee Blacksher Third - Lee Ellis and Roger Gause Tie fourth/fifth - Richard
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Tryon Congregational Church Feed-A-Family summer program Each Wednesday for 10 weeks this summer members of the Tryon Congregational Church have criss-crossed Polk County delivering the ingredients for a family meal to needy families in our community. This effort, spearheaded by the outreach committee of the church, grew out of discussions about Thermal Belt Outreach Ministry’s (TBOM) Feed-A-Kid program that operates during the school year. The question about what happens to these hungry children during school vacations was asked. No satisfactory answer could be given. Last summer, TBOM offered food for the children that had to be picked up by the parents at TBOM. That program experienced limited success largely due to the inability of the parents to pick up the food. So, Tryon UCC Board of Outreach members discussed the feasibility of delivering meals to the homes of the hungry children. Rather than just trying to provide food for school-aged children in the homes, the com-
mittee felt that the entire family should be fed. So, menus were designed, recipes were provided both in English and Spanish, ingredients were purchased with the help of TBOM, and, on June 13, the first delivery took place. Each family received the ingredients for a family meal as well as Feed-A-Kid bags for each child in the family. About 60 families participated in the program with 47 of them receiving delivery of meals and the others choosing to pick up their food at TBOM. Five delivery routes were designed, and volunteer drivers and helpers spent Wednesday afternoons taking the food around. Routes encompassed most of Polk County from Saluda to Mill Spring, Green Creek to the Landrum line. In all, 28 church members volunteered to drive and deliver. In order to fund this effort, a special collection was received on Sunday, May 13. The generosity of the entire congregation (Continued on page 37)
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How to search for forgotten money loved ones left behind Dear Savvy Senior, I’ve heard that there are resources available that can help people look for lost or forgotten money left behind by their diseased relatives. When my mother and father passed away their financial affairs were in such a mess, I’m wondering if there was anything I overlooked. What can you tell me? Searching Son Dear Searching, Lost or forgotten money is actually quite common in the U.S. In fact, according National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators, nearly $33 billion in unclaimed assets is sitting in state treasuries and other agencies just waiting to be found. These unclaimed assets are from some 117 million accounts that are inactive or whose owners or their heirs cannot be located. Unclaimed assets can include things like lost or forgotten investments or bank accounts, Social Security payments, utility deposits, tax refunds, life insurance proceeds, stocks, un-cashed dividends and more. This typically happens because of a change of address (the owner moved), a name change (the owner got married or divorced), or the owner dies and the estate was unaware of the money or the heirs could not be located. By law, companies and financial institutions that can’t find the owner or their next of kin within two to five years must turn the property over to the state where it’s held indefinitely. Where to search It’s very possible that your deceased parents, or you, have some unclaimed assets out there and you don’t even know it. To start your quest, go to missingmoney.com or unclaimed.org, both of which contain records
from most state unclaimed property programs. Check every state in which you or your parents have lived, worked or conducted business. Also search using maiden names and any previous names, as well as middle names and middle initials. Every state can tell you immediately if your parents or you have some unclaimed property, as well as how to go about collecting it. If you don’t have a computer, you can call the state treasurer’s office for assistance. Look here too Beyond state treasuries, here are some other agencies you should check for lost loot, along with a few resources that can help you search. IRS: Each year thousands of refund checks totaling millions of dollars are returned to the IRS by the post office. To look for lost tax refund checks go to IRS.gov and click on “Individuals,” then on “Where’s My Refund,” or call 800-829-1954. U.S. Treasury: To find out if there are any savings bonds your parents didn’t claim dating back to 1974, go to treasurydirect.gov and click on “Check Treasury Hunt to see if you own matured savings bonds.” For older bonds or those still drawing interest, use form 1048 which you can download at www.treasurydirect.gov/forms/sav1048.pdf. Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp.: If you or your parents worked for a company that went out of business or ended its defined benefit pension plan, you may be entitled to some of their benefits. Check at pbgc.gov and click on “Missing Participants Search.” The National Registry of Unclaimed Retirement Benefits: To search for lost 401(k) plans, try unclaimedretirementbenefits.com where plan spon-
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• Feed-a-family was humbling. TBOM’s ability to purchase food made the dollars stretch a long way. It is hoped that the project will continue next summer and that even more Polk County residents can be helped in this important way. There have been many, many of volunteers. Among them are: Marla Bailey, Carolyn Dailey, Robert Barrows, Cherie Brooks, Linda Byington, Lynette Conrad, Seth and Margie Davis,
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Greenville Foothills Pony Club holds drag fox hunt in Landrum The Greenville Foothills Pony Club (GFPC) members recently were welcomed to the Landrum home of Mrs. Pat Hale, a former master of Green Creek Hounds Hunt Club, to participate in a drag fox hunt. The members warmed up by tackling a mounted obstacle course directed by Philip and Emmie Osborne of the hunt club. The Pony Clubbers said they were impressed with the red clad hunt masters and the 20+ energetic hunting hounds on the ground. With the hot weather, the hunt was short, but all agreed the experience was one they would not soon forget. The Green Creek Hounds Hunt Club, the Osbornes, and the hounds all contributed to provide an introduction to fox hunting for the GFPC. The day ended with a pool party and cookout hosted by Hale. GFPC serves the equestrian youth in the six-county area of (Continued on page 39)
Greenville Foothills Pony Club members participate in a drag fox hunt in Landrum. (photo submitted by Mary Fisher)
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Tuesday. An opportunity for participants to interact with a trained pet therapy dog in a safe and meaningful environment. Call 828-894-2007 for more info. Green Creek Community Center, Zumba exercise class, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 a.m. and 7 p.m., in gym. Cracker Barrel, 1 p.m. Tuesdays, conference room, Congregational Church. Al-Anon Family Group, meets Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Saluda Senior Center, 64 Greenville Street, Saluda, one half block off Main Street (U.S. Hwy. 176 S.), 828-749-2251 (Saluda) or 1-800286-1326.
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