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SPD Requesting Two New K9 Dogs to Replace Destiny Beth Kelley Fann - beth@simpsonvillebanner.com - July 2, 2014

Last week the City of Simpsonville began operating under a new government structure. Four committees were formed, one for each of the departments, creating a joint planning effort between department heads and council. The Finance, Policy and Planning committee elected councilmember Elizabeth Braswell as chair, with the other members being Mayor Pro Tem Geneva Lawrence and Councilmember George Curtis. The first business item on the agenda for this meeting was “the transfer of funds for police K9.” What was stated as one dog on the agenda turned out to be two, and the total amount requested for both dogs was $16,000. The Police Department did not have this amount remaining in their budget, so the committee voted to present the full council with a transfer of funds from money earmarked for road resurfacing. Two ayes from Lawrence and Braswell, with the sole dissenting vote from councilmember Curtis. The yes vote from the committee moves the discussion to the next council meeting. The $16,000 requested does not cover everything. The actual cost of the two Belgian Malinois dogs is over $20,000 and includes training in Spartanburg for the dogs and two officers. The difference in spending would come from the narcotics seizure fund per Chief Grounsell. Ongoing costs, such as feeding, medical care and equipment were not addressed fully in this committee meeting, although Councilmember Curtis did pose the questions for research. A Westwood resident requested to speak during the meeting and was permitted. He asked if the city was prepared to handle potential lawsuits should the animals attack or bite an innocent individual, as happened recently in Greenville. Chief Grounsell, who was in attendance, stood and addressed the resident directly but the question of liability and insurance costs was not answered. The Greenville case was still under investigation at that time and could not be discussed. The proposed K9 dogs would be part of an increased narcotics effort by SPD, with one dog being primarily scent trained and the other specializing in apprehension. If approved, these will be the third and fourth K9 dogs in Simpsonville’s history. Maggie, a chocolate Labrador, was the first

dedicated K9 and served from 2001-09. Her last handler, Brent Rushing, says Maggie was trained in human tracking, narcotics detection and suspect detention. He added that Maggie was also good with children and was a valuable asset for community relations. The second and more recent dog was Destiny, and she was retired this year when she failed to pass required testing. No plan for adjusting the money from road resurfacing was presented.

The Bacon Labor Day fundraiser was launched this year to help fund K9 Destiny, or “Des,” who is now retired. With two new K9 service dogs on the horizon, participation and donations are needed even more. Visit baconlaborday.com to find out more.

Please don’t toss this paper in the trash! Did you know there are multiple uses for newspaper once you are finished reading it? Many people have discovered that newspaper actually aids in the process of ripening tomatoes. After purchasing local produce (Simpsonville Farmers Market at City Park, East Curtis St., Saturday mornings from 8:00am-12:00pm), you may have a need to further ripen a tomato or other fruit. By wrapping each individual piece in newspaper, the covering helps trap a natural ethylene gas that tomatoes give off, which hastens ripening. So, shop local and enjoy the fruits of someone else’s labor…just when the time is “ripe” for you! Contributed by Christy Staton of Simpsonville

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Simpsonville Says Goodbye to Retired Police Chief Larry Boyes Lanny Montgomery, Contributor June 27, 2014

When we interviewed Chief for the position at Simpsonville, everyone was impressed with his professional appearance and calm demeanor. When he was attired in his professional uniform, he could have easily won the cover of GQ magazine. When the interviews were over, there were no debates or negative comments about any of the applicants. However, it was clear Larry Boyes had come out on top. It is unlikely that any of his officers ever knew how much concern he had for them. He always sought the highest raises possible, and as many perks as the budget could possibly allow. I don’t recall that he ever requested an increase of any kind for himself, because he was always thinking of his officers. As our healths began to decline, we still labored to continue hunting together. It wasn’t all sad. We agreed to meet at our hunting property one afternoon. I got there before Chief, took my rifle and started over a hill and into the woods. Suddenly I heard behind me a “puttaput-put.” I looked around and here comes Chief on a lawn mower! I waved him to the side as he wore a big smile on his face. “Look, Chief, if anybody asks, You don’t know me. I am just a stranger hunting across the road from you. I know it’s hard for us to walk but we must retain some dignity.” He was a great guy, a great chief, and my best friend. He was a consummate gentleman, a quiet, unassuming Christian, who would give you the shirt off his back. Simpsonville is a better city for having had him as Chief of Police. I am a better person for just knowing him.

Chief Larry Ray Boyes (Retired), 69, of Gray Court, died Wednesday, June 25, 2014. Born in Shelby, North Carolina, he was the son of the late Clarence Ray Boyes and the late Virginia Ricker. Mr. Boyes had served in the Army as a member of the Military Police. He served in the Shelby Police Department for twenty years. He was a graduate of the DEA Academy and the FBI Academy. He completed training in the US and K-9 Customs Division. He retired from the Simpsonville Police Department where he had served for many years as Police Chief. He was of the Baptist Faith. Survivors include a daughter, Donna Boyes Hamrick, and husband Robert; a son, Tyler Boyes, and wife Brooke; six grandchildren, Misty, Austin, Neisa and Matt Hamrick, Trey Beaty, and Kyleigh Boyes; one great grandchild, LeAnn Hamrick; three sisters, June Barbee and husband Ed, Judi Hipps and husband Jerry, and

Carol Wright; one brother, Raymond Boyes, and wife Joyce; and his former wife and close friend, Pamela Boyes. The Memorial Service was held on Sunday, June 29, 2014, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home. The service was well attended by present and former law enforcement, family and friends. Brian Cooley gave a moving tribute based on his personal experiences with Chief Boyes, and cited examples of the Chief’s personal integrity. Mayor Perry Eichor, Former Mayor Lanny Montgomery, former Police Chief Randy Baldwin and present Police Chief Keith Grounsell were also in attendance, as was Garry Smith, a member of the House of Representatives for the Simpsonville area. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, 11 Brendan Way, Greenville, SC 29615 or to the Wounded Warrior Project, 1120

Patriotic Simpsonville Independence is largely a way of life in the south, and in Simpsonville that can be seen in the windows of our shops, in the growth of our neighborhoods, in the hard work of residents for themselves and their families. Beyond the fireworks and the hot dogs, the music and the warm sun, Simpsonville residents live their patriotism every day. Perhaps it’s not always wrapped in Old Glory, but the spirit of independence is the keystone of daily life here. In keeping with that character, Simpsonville has several groups, events, and places for learning about and honoring freedom - and those who fought for it. The resources listed below are ways to acknowledge our American heritage year round.

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South Carolina and the Declaration of Independence Andrew Staton, Contributor - andrew@simpsonvillebanner.com - June 30, 2014

July 4, 1776

To those who live in the United States of America, it is a date that inspires patriotism and brings to mind images of independence and revolution. Do most Americans, however, know the true story behind the famous date? Like many of history’s most acclaimed events, Independence Day did not happen exactly as it does in the stories. For example, the actual date that the United States declared their independence is July 2, 1776 – two days earlier. Congress debated the exact wording of the Declaration of Independence for two days, officially releasing and dating the document with the date of July 4. Also, in the 238 years since the declaration was signed, historians have argued that the document wasn’t actually signed until nearly a month later on August 2, 1776. No matter how far stories differ from the true details of these famous events, it is a fact that South Carolina played a significant role in these beginnings of our country. Of the fifty-six signers of the Declaration of Independence, four were from South Carolina – Edward Rutledge, Thomas Heyward Jr., Thomas Lynch Jr., and Arthur Middleton. Edward Rutledge carries the significance of being the youngest signer of the Declaration of Independence at only 26. After he signed the Declaration, Edward Rutledge fought in the Revolutionary War at the Battle of Beaufort and Siege of Charleston, where he was captured and held for two years. In 1798, Rutledge became the Governor of South Carolina – a position which he held until his death in Charleston two years later.

FUN FACT: Actresses Goldie Hawn and her daughter Kate Hudson are direct descendants of Edward Rutledge. Thomas Heyward, Jr. was born in present day Jasper County, SC, and studied law in England. Heyward was also young – only 29 – when he signed the Declaration of Independence, and like Edward Rutledge he fought and was taken prisoner at the Siege of Charleston in 1779. Following the Revolutionary War, Thomas Heyward, Jr. served as a judge in South Carolina until he retired in 1798. He died in 1809 and was buried at his plantation in Ridgeland, SC.

FUN FACT: Heyward had four children and was married twice – both to women named Elizabeth. Thomas Lynch, Jr. was also 26 years old when he signed the Declaration, but was three months older than Edward Rutledge making him the secondyoungest signer. His father, Thomas Lynch, Sr., was the actual delegate to the Continental Congress, however Thomas Lynch, Jr. signed the Declaration in his place due to illness. While traveling to the West Indies in 1779, Thomas Lynch Jr.’s ship disappeared and he was never found.

FUN FACT: Lynch’s plantation still exists in Georgetown, SC and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Arthur Middleton was born in Charleston but spent many years studying and traveling in Europe. Following his signing the Declaration at age 34, he also served in the Revolutionary War and was captured with Edward Rutledge and Thomas Heyward, Jr. Both would escape and live full lives. Middleton died in 1787 and was buried at Middleton Place in Charleston.

FUN FACT: A World War II battleship in the US Navy was named for Middleton.

Andrew Staton, is a genealogist and historian currently studying at the College of Charleston. He is a Simpsonville native, and is assisting at the Simpsonville Museum of Revolutionary War History while home for summer break.

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2014 South Carolina Legislative Overview Garry Smith, SC Representative - June 30, 2014

In its second regular session, the 120th South Carolina General Assembly authorized the most significant government restructuring that the state has seen in twenty years by approving the “South Carolina Restructuring Act of 2014” (S.22) which makes comprehensive changes to the organization and oversight of state government that are geared towards enhancing accountability and efficiency. This restructuring initiative abolishes the State Budget and Control Board and transfers the majority of the board’s functions, including facilities management, property services, vehicle fleet management, information technology, and human resources responsibilities, to a new Department of Administration that is established in the executive branch as a cabinet agency. The General Assembly approved (H.3541) a proposed constitutional amendment for the Adjutant General to be appointed by the Governor rather than elected. This proposal must be submitted to the state’s voters at the next general election as a ballot question to decide whether the South Carolina Constitution should be amended by removing the Adjutant General from the list of statewide elected officials and providing instead for this head of the state’s National Guard and other military resources to be appointed by the Governor, upon the advice and consent of the Senate. If the constitution is amended, the new appointment process (H.3540) would begin with the expiration of the term of the Adjutant General who is serving in office when the amendment is ratified. The General Assembly approved the general appropriation bill (H.4701) and the joint resolution making appropriations from the Capital Reserve Fund (H.4702) which together comprise the $7.2 billion fiscal year 2014-2015 state General Fund budget and $24 billion overall budget. The budget includes 1.5%

to 2% pay increase for state employees. The budget also includes funding necessary to implement Governor Haley’s K-12 Education Plan. The “South Carolina Read to Succeed Act” (S.516) was approved to establish a comprehensive K-12 initiative for promoting reading proficiency in the state’s public schools with an emphasis on early intervention to assist students who are not demonstrating an ability to read at grade level. Early grade students who are not demonstrating proficiency in reading must be provided intensive in-class and supplemental reading intervention, and, beginning with the 2017-2018 school year, students are subject to new requirements for being retained in the third grade if they fail substantially to demonstrate grade-level reading proficiency. Prior to retention, students who score the lowest in reading assessments are afforded the opportunity to enroll in a summer reading camp. Each elementary school must employ a reading coach to serve as the school’s resource for professional development in order to generate improvement in reading and literacy instruction and student achievement. Teacher certification and professional development requirements are revised to incorporate a new emphasis on literacy instruction. The General Assembly approved a bill (H.3959) enhancing state laws that target child pornography. The legislation revises state criminal offenses relating to the sexual exploitation of a minor through live performances or visual representations, so that these offenses apply not only to the display of a minor engaged in sexual activity but also to the appearance of a minor in a state of sexually explicit nudity when a reasonable person would infer that the purpose is sexual stimulation.

LOCAL NEWS: STATE POLITICS The “Military Family Quality of Life Enhancement Act of 2014” (S.825) was approved to establish several initiatives that are geared towards benefiting military service members and their families. The legislation includes: more expansive provisions for military members and their families to vote by absentee ballot in all elections; a comprehensive annual report on the K-12 educational performance of military-connected children; Medicaid waiver status protections for reassigned military families; the creation of a MilitaryConnected Children’s Welfare Task Force to improve communication between the state’s child welfare agencies and local military installations; and, a real property tax exemption for leased military housing facilities on bases and installations.

under another’s guardianship. To help prevent the identities of these protected consumers from being stolen and used for such purposes as opening fraudulent credit accounts, the legislation establishes requirements for consumer reporting agencies to place security freezes on the records of those under the age of sixteen, as well as incapacitated individuals and protected individuals for whom a guardian or conservator has been appointed, upon the request of parents or other representatives who can produce sufficient proof of their authority to act on behalf of the protected consumers. A consumer reporting agency may not charge any fees for implementing security freezes for protected consumers or for creating any consumer credit files needed to implement such security freezes.

Legislation (H.4922) was enacted to authorize hiring preferences for veterans by specifying that it is not an unlawful employment practice for a private employer to give preference in employment to a veteran. This preference is also extended to the veteran’s spouse if the veteran has a service connected permanent and total disability.

The General Assembly approved legislation (S.1071) providing for further game zone consolidation by reducing the state’s current six game zones into four larger game zones in order to bring greater standardization and simplification to the laws governing the hunting of wild game in South Carolina.

The General Assembly approved legislation (S.1035) addressing access to cannabidiol, a substance derived from marijuana, for treatment of severe forms of epilepsy. Named for the Summerville child whose severe seizures prompted his family to move to Colorado in order to gain lawful access to CBD oil treatments, “Julian’s Law” is enacted to provide authorization for the state’s academic medical centers to conduct expanded access clinical trials approved by the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to investigate the value of cannabidiol as a treatment for patients suffering from severe forms of epilepsy that are not adequately treated by traditional medical therapies.

These are a few of the prices of legislation passed by the South Carolina General Assembly this year.

The General Assembly approved legislation (S.148) that establishes identity theft safeguards for protected consumers, a special class of consumers composed of children as well as adults who are incapacitated or otherwise

As always, it is a privilege to serve you in the South Carolina House. If you ever need help with state government, or have any thoughts or concerns about what we are doing, please do not hesitate to contact me at 963-0337 or at my office in Columbia at 803 734-3045.

South Carolina Representative Garry Smith serves District 27 of Greenville County. He is a resident of Simpsonville, where he lives with his wife Brenda.

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Bovinoche Creator Jeff Bannister Takes Second Place on American Grilled Beth Kelley Fann - beth@simpsonvillebanner.com - July 2, 2014

After a very long wait, friends and family discovered on Wednesday that Jeff Bannister did not take home the $10,000 prize from The Travel Channel’s American Grilled. His creation was a Coffee-Rubbed Ribeye with Grilled Peaches, Livermush and Kale. He received positive reviews from the panel of judges but was bested by fellow contestant Tiny Townsend, a Part-Time Caterer. Jeff had planned to use the money toward his annual Bovinoche event if he’d won.

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Despite the loss, Jeff is still Grill Master in these parts. Bovinoche will return to Simpsonville City Park in 2015, on the second weekend in May. A portion of the profits from this event go to Special Olympics, St Anthony’s Catholic School and Greenville’s Loaves and Fishes. For more, visit icookwholecows.com

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The Gift of Time Leah Childress, Contributor - leah@simpsonvillebanner.com June 30, 2014

As a kid I remember spending the majority of my summers outside, navigating the neighborhood, usually with my little sister in tow. The house we grew up in was a sanctuary and an incubator for the makings of my imagination. My front yard was marked by a beautiful Yoshino cherry tree, whose limbs seemed to reach from one end of the yard to the other, creating a magical umbrella of pink blossoms under which I spent most of my time. Because of the shade there, the grass was lush and cool and the perfect spot for playing when I needed a respite from the oppressive summer sun. Under that tree I learned about bees. I watched honeybees and bumblebees hum from flower to flower in their quest for nectar. I learned that carpenter bees were jerks who found pleasure in chasing small children. And my most vivid memory from under that tree was of a day my mom brought home for me a vanilla soft-serve cone from McDonald’s. I sat under that tree with our family cat, Bootsie, and shared my cone with her, alternating licks. She was a black-and-white tuxedo cat and she wasn’t too fond of children. But if ice cream was involved, she compromised. Our backyard was a different creature, vast and ripe for exploring, cooking under a blazing summer sky. The grass there always seemed to be at least knee-high and scratchy. Apparently my dad enjoyed reading more than yard maintenance. We had two massive maple trees back there that towered over the neighborhood, sending swirling helicopter seeds down to us while we looked anxiously upward. In our backyard, my little sister was stung by a wasp’s nest when she sat on the old wooden seesaw. That day I learned to check under seats before sitting. In the backyard we built forts with fallen branches and old blankets, stalked and observed the habits of toads and grasshoppers, and watched ominous storm clouds form and force us to abandon our playground. And in our backyard I wept as we buried Snowball, our sweet, white rabbit, in the red clay dirt behind the house. My siblings and I pieced together a flimsy twig cross and marked Snowball’s grave, trying to bring dignity to such a humble event. My mom prayed and cried with us and I tried to comprehend death as a preschooler. Looking back, wondering why I had such clear memories of my childhood, I realize my parents gave me the gift of time. They gave me the gift of boredom. I had a few planned activities on occasion, but when I ran to my mom with pleas to rescue me from my listlessness she met me with an understanding smile and a nudge of her hand to run off and figure it out anyway. I had the gift of lazy summers. The gift to try some things and fail, to do nothing all day, every day and sit outside and listen to what nothing sounds like. The gift to experience life, and even death.

Maybe to most this seems of little relevance to homeschooling — my department in this paper. To me though, I think lots of nothingness in my children’s early years will prime them for life. I want time to watch them and figure them out. Time for them to watch how nature works, negotiate relationships, and figure out what they enjoy. Before the age of academics I want time to nurture them while they’re vulnerable and build their character. Before they’re filled with math, grammar and science I want to fill them with curiosity, patience and love. They’ll need time for their imaginations and little souls to steep in the sounds of summer cicadas. And they’ll need time to figure out that sharing ice cream with the family pet may not be the most sanitary decision, but one that they’ll never regret.

Leah Childress is a visual artist and enjoys hand-lettering and illustration. She worked as an art director for Erwin-Penland Advertising for several years, before becoming a stay-at home mother to her two small children.

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Summer Slow Down: Ideas for Helping Others Beth Kelley Fann - beth@simpsonvillebanner.com - July 2, 2014

If you’re looking for a way to stay busy with your children, and share with them the joy of helping others, this list is for you. With the help of our readers and friends, we’ve collected a few ideas from Simpsonville and surrounding areas for volunteers of all sizes. Let us know who we missed. Email info@simpsonvillebanner.com

HARMONY GARDEN - SIMPSONVILLE This community sponsored garden on Academy Street is completely staffed by volunteers, and donates their harvest to those in need.

IZZIE’S POND - SIMPSONVILLE Domestic waterfowl rescue and animal refuge. Children can assist with animal care by feeding, watering, and cleaning cages.

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GOD’S PANTRY - SIMPSONVILLE “We feed our neighbors in need. We serve everyone, every time they ask for help. God’s Pantry is a place where no one is turned away.”

MEALS ON WHEELS SIMPSONVILLE AND SURROUNDING “Meals on Wheels of Greenville depends on generous community members and corporate partners to package and deliver meals each day.”

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GREENVILLE HUMANE SOCIETY Puppy Patrol for ages 13 and up. “The Playroom requires a lot of dishwashing, laundry and opening newspapers to keep our puppies and kittens in the healthy environment necessary for their care.” Get in touch: (864) 242-3626 puppypatrol@greenvillehumane.com greenvillehumane.com 305 Airport Road | Greenville

GENEROUS GARDEN - SIMPSONVILLE “Serving the Hungry in Greenville South Carolina with Sustainable Organic Food.” Get in touch: 864-881-8230 generousgarden.org facebook.com/generousgarden 161 Verdin Road | Greenville

LEAP OF FAITH FARM SIMPSONVILLE “Adapted Horseback Riding for Special Needs Children and Adults.” Volunteers are needed to walk beside the horses and assist riders. Get in touch: (864) 351-9222 melissapalotta@yahoo.com leapoffaithfarmllc.com facebook.com/LeapofFaithFarmLLC

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Friday, July 4th INDEPENDENCE DAY AT CHARTER AMPHITHEATRE Friday, July 4, 2014 8:00pm – 10:00pm

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SIMPSONVILLE FARMERS MARKET Saturday, July 5, 2014 8:00am – 12:00pm

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CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, July 8, 2014 6:30 PM

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AN EVENING WITH MR. BOBBY JAMES Friday, July 18, 2014 7:00pm – 8:00pm

EMILY ELIZABETH PAPER BOUTIQUE PAPER CRAFT NIGHT Thursday, July 10, 2014 6:00pm – 8:00pm

SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK THE NUT JOB Friday, July 18, 2014 7:30pm – 9:00pm

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The Garrett Home decorated for the Fourth - Photo by Gary Fann

Honor our state’s fallen Vietnam heroes and help preserve their memories

Help put a face with a name The “Faces Not Forgotten” project is missing 578 photos of S.C.’s fallen Vietnam soldiers, including the ones from our area listed below.

The Army Soldiers below were all listed as Greenville County: SP4

MELVIN ROBINSON

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JOHN W MASSEY JR

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KENNETH RHODES

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JERRY S MCDONALD

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JOHN H PRIEST JR

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CLYDE E MORGAN

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JERRY W BYERS

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JAMES C MULLINAX JR

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The names of the 896 South Carolinians killed in the Vietnam War are engraved for history on the polished Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C. The Wall has helped heal the nation’s wounds and honor Vietnam veterans.

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JOHN L BARNHART

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BENNY H FERGUSON

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Foundation is now working to add faces to those names by collecting photographs of all who died fighting in the Vietnam War.

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LEWIS C WUESTENBERG

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WILLIAM H HAWKINS

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RONALD A WILLIAMS

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BRUCE E HAZLE

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ROBERT L TURNER

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ARTHUR L JORDON

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CHARLES H ROBINSON

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JERALD L JONES

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MELVIN ROBINSON

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FREDDIE L LAMKIN

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KENNETH RHODES

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Help collect photos of all S.C. soldiers killed in Vietnam

The “Faces Not Forgotten” project is collecting photos of the nearly 59,000 men and women who served our country and sacrificed their lives in Vietnam. Collected pictures will be displayed at The Wall’s Education Center and online at www.vvmf.org/Wall-of-Faces.

TO ADD A PHOTO ONLINE OR BY MAIL, VISIT: WWW.VVMF.ORG/HOW-TO-SUBMIT This notice is sponsored by this newspaper and the S.C. Press Association.

LOCAL EVENTS

“A big thank you to the Simpsonville community.” Beth Kelley Fann - beth@simpsonvillebanner.com - July 2, 2014

Robbie Davis, director of Simpsonville Parks & Recreation, passes on his gratitude to everyone who came to the Frozen event at Heritage Park on June 26. Perfect weather, the inflatable play area, a real life Elsa, a raffle and a costume contest were all a draw to the 5,800+ people in attendance that night. Parents and children alike enjoyed singing along with the hit movie, and Heritage Park provided the perfect outdoor venue. Thousands of children dressed as their favorite Elsa, Anna and Olaf for the costume contest and three children took home prizes. While Davis does not expect the same success with The Nut Job on July 18, the department is thrilled with the warm start to the Summer Movies in the Park Series. At right: First place - Jaylee Abrams, Second place - Jada Wayne, Third place - Lucas Ford

Photos provided by Simpsonville Parks and Recreation

SUMMER MOVIES IN THE PARK:

THE NUT JOB JULY 18TH GATES AT 7:30 MOVIE AT DARK CONCESSIONS, INFLATABLES, PRIZE DRAWINGS AND MORE CHARTER AMPHITHEATRE • HERITAGE PARK

Simpsonville Rocks. The Banner Covers It. Having fun in Simpsonville? Tag your Facebook or Twitter photos with

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and we will share them in our next publication.

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TAKE NOTE Community Notices and Events

PruittHealth Hospice (United Hospice) needs volunteers. Volunteers provide companionship to patients and families, assist in the office or with community events. Call Michele at 864.962.6699 for more information. First Baptist Simpsonville Child Enrichment Center is seeking part time child care workers. Must have high school diploma or GED. Please call 228-0972 for further information. Let’s Saddle Up Therapeutic Horsemanship in Ft. Inn is working with the elderly, special needs kids, and veteran’s teaching them how to ride. letssaddleup.org

VBS - HOLLY RIDGE BAPTIST CHURCH (864)967-8887 4 year olds – Adults Sunday - Friday, July 6 - 11 6 - 8:30 PM Please register! This will help properly prepare the food, material needed for arts & crafts, etc... Click on link provided to registration for VBS: kideventpro.lifeway.com/mychurch/?id=26860 Family Night Friday, July 11 at 6 PM

Send your announcements to service@simpsonvillebanner.com

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COMMUNITY NOTICES

Safe in the Water Now that summer has arrived and our children are enjoying playing in the pool, it is important to emphasize water safety. Here are some key water safety tips from Simpsonville’s Genco Pools:

Teach your children to swim as soon as possible.

2 Always swim with a buddy. Let children know that they must have adult supervision at all times.

3 Never assume someone else is watching a child in a pool area. Appoint a “designated watcher” to monitor children during gatherings by pools.

4 Doors and windows that exit to a pool area with should be equipped with alarms.

5 Always stress the importance of water safety to babysitters and nannies, and explain the need for constant supervision.

Lauren Ball Khelif was born and raised in Simpsonville, SC. She is a graduate of the MIBS program at USC. She lived in France for 6 years before returning in 2010 to work with her family business once again. She lives in the same neighborhood she grew up in, along with her husband and two children.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Authentically Simpsonville The Simpsonville Banner has several different origin stories out there. There are folks who have their ideas about why I started this publication. Here’s the real reason straight from the editor, art director, web master, writer and as my good friend likes to say - chief cook and bottle washer. I was an art director for a big fancy ad agency in Greenville, that was not so big and fancy when I first started my term with them many years ago. While I was proud of their growth and dearly loved my coworkers the rewards of their growth and entry into international markets was not mine. Nor would I directly see the impact of their success on my neighbors. I sat in an overly lit cubicle, drawing the same old paycheck, making but a ripple for someone else’s success. Meanwhile my children were fifteen miles and 45 minutes of traffic away. I started researching in the fall of 2013. I wanted to spend my days making a difference, helping others in a way that only I could. We all have that, by the way - one thing we can do better than anyone else to make a difference for the world around us. I am intensely introverted, which might seem to contradict my passion for helping others. But now that my Big Idea is in motion, I see that was my strength all along. Because I’ve spent my life (now) happily watching and sometimes over-thinking, I see ways to help businesses and people overcome communication barriers that held them back. This is not to brag in any way, being shy and introverted can make for a lonely life. My hope is that this reaches a young person who has felt the hermit life was where they were headed, and inspires them to find their own unique way to contribute in their community. I repeatedly read that newspapers were dead. We all have. I chose to look a little deeper. And I found that on a local level, this assertion was completely untrue. Local publications across the country have embraced internet, social media, and other innovative thinking, and combined it with traditional print. And they have been successful. As I write this, I am less than two months out of the gate. And I while I have no idea what’s to come, I know my model is trending upward at an outstanding rate. Why is it working? Because I’m from here. I live here. I know this city, her people, I know its past and I have my hopes in her future. I own a house here, I pay taxes here, I shop here. And oh my stars, I love it. I left for a while out of college and came running back within six months. I grew up in Poinsettia, rented downtown and off Woodruff Rd., I bought a mill house and then sold it when my two littles arrived back to back. I now live off Standing Springs Road, among people I know and understand. In April I stopped putting my whole heart in my paycheck, and trusted that if I moved my passion to where it would truly make a difference, that the money I needed to live simply would be there. And it is. I don’t have to drive to Greenville anymore. I have the honor of helping the people who live here advertise and grow their businesses. I get to create something beautiful to let my neighbors from Westwood to

Poinsettia know what’s going on in our town, I get to celebrate our people, I get to HELP. In my quiet little world, that to me is everything. And exactly what I want my children to learn. The Simpsonville Banner is meant to be authentically Simpsonville in every way. My advertisers, now and to come, are each dear to me for sharing a belief in this business and what it means on a bigger scale. The amazing talent I’ve found from my local contributors - some I’ve known all of my life and had no idea - it astounds me daily. And the people helping, I cannot even begin to name them all. This publication is so much bigger than me, and as it grows both up and out I want everyone to know that I didn’t do it alone. I took the biggest, scariest leap, but it was because of the many people who care so much that I was brave enough to try. Thank you for this honor. Thank you for supporting this business in whatever way you have. If you are reading this, I already owe you my gratitude for your click or page turn. It matters. Every minute and every dollar spent is precious and appreciated. My best advice - be authentic.

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Church. To Go or Not to Go. Growing up, there was not even a question of whether or not to go to church. We went. Sunday morning, Sunday night, Wednesday night, Tuesday night prayer meetings, and choir practice on Saturdays. I did not question this, I went because I was told it was the right thing to do. I would sometimes get bored and start fidgeting or drawing on the tithe envelopes. My parents would tell me to be still and listen to the Pastor because it was disrespectful to act up in God’s house. Hebrews 10:25 tells us “forsake not the assembling of yourselves together…” The Bible encourages us as Christians to meet together regularly. Meeting together in itself does not make us Christians, but allows us the opportunity to encourage each other and to study and learn more about God and His plan for us. I know I have questions and need help studying or understanding some of the things I read in the Bible. That is what your Pastor and the church are there for. To encourage and to help lead you in the right direction. I’ll put it a different way. You love your family and friends, and have no problem going to visit them at their homes or getting together for dinner. When you go to your Grandmother’s house, you go to see her, not to play on your cell phones or tablets. You are there to visit and talk with your Grandmother. The same should be true for church. You are going to GOD’S house. You are there to visit and talk with HIM. You are there to worship and praise HIM.

People use all kinds of excuses for not going to church…”I don’t like the people.” Well, get used to them, because if you are a Christian, you’ll be sharing Heaven with them. “I don’t like the color of the pews or the carpet.” Big. Deal. People in other Nations are grateful to just be able to get together in a field. They don’t care about surroundings, they know that the reason they are there is to worship God, not sit on a certain color pew. My favorite, most heard excuse is “people at church are hypocrites.” Well, sometimes that’s true, but just like a hospital is a place for sick people, a church is a place for imperfect people. Even if they were perfect, they would all still need God. You have to make the choice for you and your family. Do you love God? Do you need God? Go to His House. Visit with Him. Be encouraged by other Christians and fed His word by the Pastor. You don’t have to go every time the doors are open, but God would love to see you there. I know going to church doesn’t make you a Christian, and I know that you can worship God in your own home, car, even in the shower. Sometimes though, it is beneficial to meet together with other Christians. The Bible also says in Matthew 18:20 (NLT) “For where two or three gather together as my followers, I am there among them.” As always, if you need help getting connected with a church, or have questions for me, email me at armstrongk2323@gmail.com. Have a blessed day,

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Freedom in Christ When you think about the 4th of July what comes to mind? Perhaps you think about vacations or picnics at the lake with family and friends. Or, perhaps patriotic images come to mind. All of these are good, but the one word that comes to my mind is freedom. There is a freedom many times we do not think about. We can display it every day of the year, and that is our freedom “in Christ” to live a life that displays the love, peace, grace, and mercy of our Savior. Let us look at some of the liberties we are granted as believers: 1. WE ARE FREE FROM SIN. In John 8:36 Jesus replied, “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” Many times, behaviors that began as an exercise of freedom turn into bondage. The things we once did because we wanted to, we now feel compelled to by our own behavior. Jesus Christ came to deliver us from that power sin can exert in our lives.

2. WE ARE FREE FROM GUILT. Romans 8:1 says, “Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Not only are we set free from the power of sin, but we can also be released from the guilt associated with it. 3. WE ARE FREE FROM FEAR. 2 Timothy 1:7 tells us, “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and selfdiscipline.”

Service Times: Sunday school: 9:15am Sunday Morning Worship: 10:30am Sunday Evening Worship: 6pm Wednesday Evening Bible Study:

When we have a relationship with Jesus Christ, the fears of health issues, relationships, jobs, and family get put into proper perspective. So this 4th of July, let me encourage you to see your freedom in a whole new light. Let the freedom of Christ transform your life and your family. Serving Christ, Loving Others, and Growing Together, Rev. Bryan Cox, Pastor New Hope Baptist Church 509 S. Main St. Mauldin, SC 29662

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Find comfort in the experience that our Heritage provides and in our promise to treat your family

today the way we would want our family treated. Please ask any Golden Strip family that we’ve served how we helped them, and know that we would be honored to serve your family.

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Did you know about Carolina Day? Independence Day for our nation is this Friday, but freedom in South Carolina began a few days before July 4th. On June 28, 1776, British forces attempted to take Sullivans Island, a bustling port location for commerce. Under Colonels William Moultrie and William Thomson, the Colonists were able to defeat the British Army and the fleet of the Royal Navy, successfully defending the Port of Charleston from Loyalist control. June 29, 2014 marks the 277th official Carolina Day (the decree was made one year post-battle in 1777) and was observed with events in Sullivans Island, SC. The Palmetto Society and South Carolina Historical Preservation Society organized the ceremonies, which included honoring the SC National Guard and presenting families of those killed in action with flags.

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OBITUARIES

Frances “Fran” Thomas Fountain Inn

The Funeral Service was held on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at Calvary Baptist Church with a visitation prior to the service. Fran is interred

Frances “Fran” Thressia Bauman Thomas, wife of David Lloyd Thomas, went to be with her

at Oconee Memorial Park in Seneca. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family.

Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 26, 2014. She passed peacefully at her home in Fountain Inn with her husband, David, at her side.

was an active member of her Church, Calvary Baptist in Simpsonville. She was a devoted teacher at Tri-Cities Christian School in Johnson City, Tennessee. She was a loving wife, devoted daughter and caring sister. Fran was a benevolent aunt to her nieces and nephews, as well as to the many people who were touched

William Joseph Walsh III

William J. Walsh III, 33, of Greenville, died on

He is survived by three brothers, Matthew, Daniel and Quarion Walsh; and ﬁve sisters, Keri Walsh

Edward Bauman and Eleanor Bauman.

on Friday, June 27, 2014 from 5:30 – 7:30 pm at

In addition to her husband, David Lloyd Thomas,

be held at a later date.

Steadman, wife of Dr. Nathan “Bud” Steadman;

late Ernest and Lois White. Cal was a veteran of the U.S. Army and was employed by BB&T as a Banker for more than 40 years. He was

member and president of the Rotary Club in

and Eileen Johnson Walsh.

Receiving of friends by the family was held

Henry “Dale” Snodgrass; sister, Ruth Ann Bauman

1938 in Simpsonville, SC, he was the son of the

William was the son of William Joseph Walsh Jr.

Fran was the daughter of the late Rev. Lewis

Bauman; sister, Linda Bauman Snodgrass, wife of

away on Friday, June 27, 2014 at his residence

a member of Glenwood Baptist Church where

by her testimony.

by her brother, David Bauman, husband of Joy

Calvin “Cal” E. White, 76 of Marion, passed

Tuesday, June 24, 2014.

Cook, Katie, Chidi, Shia and Miracle Walsh.

and her mother, Eleanor Bauman, she is survived

Marion

with his family by his side. Born on July 16,

Greenville

Fran was a faithful follower of her Lord and

Calvin White

Heritage Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will

Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family.

Bruce Earl Etris

he had served as a deacon and was a former Warrenton, N.C. Left to cherish Cal’s memory include his wife of 48 years, Karen McGee White of the home; two daughters, Sherrie W. Smith and husband Winfred of Marion and Angie White Rikard and husband John of Charlotte; a brother, Charles R. White and wife Dorothy of Inman, S.C.; and four grandsons, Joshua C. Smith, Thomas C. Smith, Benjamin A. Rikard and Lawson M. Rikard. A service in celebration of Cal’s life was held on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at Glenwood Baptist Church, with the Rev. Jim Brewer ofﬁciating.

Greenville

Military honors were provided by the U.S. Army.

Sarah Steadman Gilbert, Nathan and Janelle

Bruce E. Etris, 72, of Greenville, husband of

In lieu of ﬂowers, memorial donations may

Moeckly Steadman, Emily Snodgrass, Matthew

Jevine Etris, died on Friday, June 27, 2014.

be made in memory of Mr. White to Glenwood

and her many nieces and nephews: Steve and

and Eleanor Snodgrass Moser, Alma Snodgrass, G.W. and Hannah Steadman Bowers, Michael Bauman and Ameigh Bauman. She is survived

Bruce was the son of the late Joseph Garland Etris and the late Ruth Ann Grant Etris.

Baptist Church, PO Box 218, Glenwood, NC 28737; Charlotte Speech and Hearing, 741 Kenilworth Ave. Suite 100, Charlotte, NC 28204; and/or Saint

by three great-nephews and nieces, Javele Moser,

A private service will be held. Heritage Funeral

Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude

Emma Gilbert, and Elijah Steadman.

Home is assisting the family.

Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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The year is 1776. The place is Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Continental Congress adopts the Declaration of Independence. The United States of America proclaims independence from Great Britain and King George III.

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native Shoeless Joe Jackson and his fellow Chicago White Sox players for allegedly throwing the 1919 World Series. The year is 1921. The jury acquitted all of the accused players.

JULY 6 On this day in 1942, Anne Frank the 13-year old Jewish diarist and her family take refuge in a sealed off portion of an Amsterdam warehouse in an effort to avoid the Nazi death camps.

JULY 7 Construction on the Hoover Dam began on this day in 1930. A total of 21,000 men would work for the next five years to produce one of the largest man made structures in the world.

JULY 8 A 2,000 pound copper-and-tin bell peals from the tower of the Pennsylvania State House summoning citizens to the first public reading of the Declaration of Independence. The year is 1776. The bell is now known as the Liberty Bell.

JULY 9 Satchel Paige, probably the greatest pitcher of his era, pitches two innings in his debut appearance with the Cleveland Indians on this day in 1948. In 1965, he pitched for the Kansas City Athletics becoming the oldest pitcher ever to play a major league game. He was 59 years, 2 months and 18 days old.

JULY 10 Millard Fillmore is sworn in as the 13th president of the United States on this day in 1850. President Zachary Taylor had died the day before following a five day illness.

SMALL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

Shop Local: Hungry Mungry Delivers Gary Fann - gary@simpsonvillebanner.com July 1, 2014

Hungry Mungry is a food delivery service with a growing selection of area restaurants to choose from. David Stone and his wife Kaycie were inspired to bring food delivery to the Golden Strip, after enjoying the service while traveling in larger cities. They currently deliver from four local restaurants, with plans to continue expanding. Orders can be called in 864-962-7217, or customers can visit them online and order from interactive menus that allow order customization. The entire process is fast, easy and tasty.

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