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Janice Curtis Hopes for a Positive Simpsonville BETH KELLEY FANN • beth@simpsonvillebanner.com Monday, July 7, 2014

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She also believes that since Heritage Park is here it must be maintained, and that it can be a revenue generating asset if the city were to choose to grow it. Mrs. Curtis also expressed support for the arts, and wants to see the city support the already established programs and improve that aspect of the community. She believes that each of the four departments in city government should be recognized for hard work when they come in under budget, and not have their savings moved to another department. Janice Curtis is a resident of Ward 5, where she lives with her husband Councilman George Curtis. She is the owner of Merle Norman Cosmetics on Fairview Road, and has worked with the Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization for many years. She is a big advocate for Simpsonville, even sporting an “I love Simpsonville” t-shirt during a Price Is Right episode some years ago. She is also a member of the Simpsonville Rotary Club. With the election still over a year away, other candidates will emerge. Also up for re-election are the Council seats in Ward 1 (Gooch), Ward 3 (Lawrence) and Ward 5 (G. Curtis). Simpsonville does not declare political parties, and citizens vote in all wards regardless of where they live.

For more information, or to keep up with city politics, visit simpsonvillebanner.com/plainpolitics

Janice Curtis went locally viral on the internet last week when she announced her intentions to run for mayor. The seat is still formally held by Mayor Perry Eichor, however during his suspension the duties are being carried out by Mayor Pro Tem Geneva Lawrence. The regular election will take place in November of 2015, unless Mayor Eichor resigns or is convicted of the charges against him.

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Mrs. Curtis said her decision was made during her recent stay in Columbia, where she worked as a director for Miss Simpsonville and Miss Simpsonville Teen in the Miss South Carolina Pageant. She says when people discussed Simpsonville, it was with laughter, and not the good kind. But she says Simpsonville is better than that, and she wants to help prove it. She decided to announce her intentions last week to “become a light at the end of the tunnel” for the city, which has been affected by numerous political scandals over the last three years. “People are tired of the negativity, and it’s time to come together as a city and look at all aspects of how we work together. Not just one.”

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She is concerned that the new standing committee form of government is moving us backwards, and referenced how it did not work for Simpsonville in the past. Working closer with the Chamber to promote economic development and improve quality of life for the entire city are some of her goals. “A strong relationship between a city and it’s Chamber brings funds into the city,” she stated.

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Stephen Thompson Part of International Victory BETH KELLEY FANN • beth@simpsonvillebanner.com Monday, July 7, 2014

ABOVE: Photo of big screen over the Octagon Cage at UFC 175 Weidman vs Machida Photos provided by Ray Thompson LEFT: Ray and Stephen Thompson posing with the Champ’s belt. BELOW: Wonderboy and the Champion about to give each other a hug.

Stephen Thompson’s exceptional fighting style and welterweight size have made him an ideal sparring partner for Weidman on three different occasions. In 2013, Thompson helped Weidman condition for his fights against Anderson Silva, who he defeated not once, but twice.

“ There is no glory in practice, but without practice there is no glory” The phrase on the banner above a training area at Upstate Karate is more than just motivation, it’s a truism the Thompson family lives daily. Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson recently lent his talent to help MMA fighter Chris Weidman train and the glory was worth the effort. Weidman, of Long Island, took home the UFC middleweight world Title in an international fight against Lyoto Machida, a fighter from Brazil. The fight was held in Las Vegas, NV on Saturday, July 5.

Weidman and Thompson trained for two weeks in Long Island prior the Machida fight. Ray Thompson, owner of Upstate Karate and Stephen’s father and coach, says the training was intense. The Thompson’s were both in Vegas last week to support Weidman during his fight. In an on camera interview with MMA Live, Weidman credits the training he received from Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson for his success in overcoming Machida’s unique karate fighting style. While in Vegas, Stephen also made appearances for Bad Boy, a MMA gear manufacturer that sponsors him. Yes, this summer has indeed been busy for the Thompson family, but it hasn’t ended yet. Over the next two weeks Ray will travel to Orlando, Florida where two Upstate Karate fighters will compete for World Classic Titles and to Dublin, Ireland where another Upstate Karate fighter will compete. (Continued on Page 17)

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The Simpsonville Historic Walking Tour debuted on April 8, 2011. The tour was compiled by the Chamber staff at the time, with support from residents and historians around the area. The tour features 20 unique locations, starting at the Hunter House (featured) and ending at the statue of Dr. Lawrence Lafayette Richardson on Main Street. The Hunter House was built in 1906 by GW and Henry Goodwin. The first owner was Arthur Ralph Hunter, a general practitioner who became a cotton broker later in life. The home itself is constructed of hand-picked virgin pine lumber, and many of the original details and fixtures are still in place.

WALKING TOUR OF SIMPSONVILLE: STOP ONE The house has changed ownership a few times over the last century. Under the ownership of Mrs. Francis Baldwin, the home was at one time a day care. It has also been an antique store and a bed & breakfast. In 1987, Hunter and Violet Ward restored much of the home before opening a flower and gift shop there. Today the site is owned by Philip and Linda Daub, and is home to Emmanuel’s Salon and Spa. It is located next to Holy Cross Episcopal Church in downtown Simpsonville. The next stop on the tour is Simpsonville Municipal Cemetery, and will be featured in the July 18th issue of The Banner. The Simpsonville Chamber of Commerce offers a free map for self guided tours. Stop by their location at 211 North Main Street, Simpsonville to pick one up.

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Golden Strip Swamp Rabbit Trail Update BETH KELLEY FANN • beth@simpsonvillebanner.com Monday, July 7, 2014

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FACTS Ken Cummings, chairman-elect of the Simpsonville Chamber, reported the Chamber is now accepting applications from vendors for the Harvest Moon Festival.

Simpsonville’s Steve Moore appeared on HIS radio with Rob Dempsey last week, and discussed the rapidly growing trail effort in the Golden Strip. Steve told Dempsey that Simpsonville has a grant in process, but that $70,000 must be put toward matching it. From Steve Moore: “We have the permission of the Chamber Foundation to use their 501c3, but can’t start until the details get worked out. We can also use a 501c3 associated with Greenville Rec which has been used in the past to help with the trail. We have a group meeting on the 10th to try and set a vision for the trail, and set some long term and short term goals. I have

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spoken to the Safe Ways to Schools people, and more grants become available based on the number of entities we have involved, and the more initiatives we touch, such as Safe Ways to Schools, Greenways, Transportation connections and enhancements, etc. There are also opportunities relating to the health aspects of the trail. We have a lot going for us, but we need to focus in on some short term wins to carry us until we can get some big partners. If we can match the current grant then we can get something on the ground. That is a big step.” The website swamprabbitgss.com will be updated with information as this effort grows.

Bill Jacobson, local member of the Roads Advisory Commission, said Greenville County Council voted to authorize a referendum on whether or not to impose a one penny sales tax to pay for road improvements. That represents a 16% sales tax hike for Greenville County residents. The referendum will appear on the November 4 ballot. Old Business • Ordinance 2014-06, Flood Damage Ordinance, passed second reading. • AXZ-2014-05, Annex/Rezone Wherry property on Howard Drive passed on second reading. • Z-2014-02, Rezone portion of 1415 West Georgia Road passed second reading. • TX-2014-01, Miscellaneous amendments to the zoning ordinance passed on second reading. New Business Councilwoman Braswell, Finance Committee chair, made a motion to transfer approximately $16,000 from Public Works in order to pay for the K-9 program. Motion passed with Councilmen Curtis and Gooch voting no. GCLD Municipal Match Resurfacing Program was discussed. Mr. Dyrhaug, interim city administrator, asked that $150,000 be set aside for the city’s participation in the repaving program. In the past, the match has been one to one. Mr. Dyrhaug expects that will remain the same. Motion passed with Councilman Gooch casting a no vote. Council went into executive session. When they returned from executive session a motion was made for Mr. Holmes, city attorney, to enter into negotiations with management services for Charter Amphitheater. Motion passed. Citizen Comments Perry Eichor spoke to council about the closed bridge at the corner of North Almond Drive and Hillpine Drive. Fernwood Drive was closed recently due to a sewer line being laid so traffic was detoured. Since the bridge closing, traffic had been routed to Fernwood Drive. The combination of the bridge being impassable and Fernwood Drive being closed had some motorists going in circles. Mr. Eichor asked council when residents could expect the bridge to be repaired. Councilmen Curtis, Gooch and Graham asked questions during the council meeting, attempting to get answers for their constituents.

LOCAL NEWS: CITY POLITICS Fiscal Year Ending June 30

General Obligation Bonds

Sewer System Revenue Bonds

2014

$1,256,394

$90,000

City Government’s Budgeting Efforts Pay Off

$45,000

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2015

$799,130

2016

$568,512

2017

$390,225

2018

$260,408

The numbers at left list the outstanding

tight budgets for years up until this year.

debts for our current bonds. This does not

Like our own households, a tight belt now

include the special revenue debts covered

is going to mean economic freedom later.

by the Hospitality Tax and as such are paid

As long as the city continues this careful

for through a source other than property tax dollars. There is a $750,000 short term note paid by sewer income but that is not long term bond debt.

2019

2020

$197,815

$131,801

2021

$67,521

2022

financial path, the city will be paid up in 8 years. Our city should have a healthier bottom line each year. The bottom line is simple, as these debts are paid down,

remarkable.

services and amenities can continue to

Simpsonville will have paid off its property

improve within the city to better serve

tax supported debt by the end of the year

the citizens. So long as there is a cautious

2021 and its sewer fund bonds by 2015. The

approach to the use of public funds, our

current debts are being paid off according

financial future can be bright. Given the

to a strict plan put in place several years

current rate of spending, however, the

ago. This plan has helped pull the city out

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of near collapse. Simpsonville had lived on

We would like to thank those that have entrusted us to care for their family. 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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From Mr. Greenjeans mrgreenjeans@simpsonvillebanner.com Thursday, July 3, 2014 Deadhead spent blooms and trim back plants that tend to get leggy. Cut back zinnias and salvia to encourage bushy growth and more blooms. Low-growing marigolds need trimming to about six inches. Deadhead portulaca regularly and trim every month to keep it blooming right up until frost. While wandering around your garden deadheading, don’t forget to pinch. Pinch the tips of coleus every so often to keep them dense and compact and remove any flower stalks as soon as they appear. Your coleus will be the envy of the neighborhood. Don’t neglect summer bulbs. Once the blooms have faded, just whack them off. They’ll show their appreciation by giving you more blooms next year. Leaving the old blooms allows them to produce seed which saps some of their strength. This time of year rainfall can be scarce so you’ll need to do some watering, Early morning is the best time to water but if you must water later in the day make sure the leaves of plants have time to dry before nightfall. Fungi love to camp out on wet leaves. When you do water don’t just give everything a tiny little sip of water. Deep watering encourages roots to grow deeper into the ground which keeps plants from drying out as quickly. Now is the time to apply a slowrelease fertilizer to annuals and perennials. Be sure to water after application to release the nutrients to your plants. Unless you’re prepared to spend your days dragging around a sprinkler, don’t fertilize roses, shrubs, vines, trees and groundcovers. Just give them a long, cool drink whenever they look thirsty. Like you, they just want to relax until cooler weather.

Now is a good time to plant reblooming irises if you’re made of hearty stock and can stand the heat. “Autumn Tryst”, “Clarence”, “Harvest of Memories”, “Raven’s Return” and “Violet Music” are varieties that have all performed well in the South Carolina Botanical Garden. They require a bit more fertilizing and watering but since they bloom in late spring and early fall it’s worth the effort. Much as Mr. Greenjeans hates to bring up the subject of pests, he would be remiss if he failed to do so. Those nasty Japanese beetles are the bane of most gardeners. One way to get rid of them is to take a jar filled with half water and one fourth cooking oil, collect the beetles and drop them in the jar. This won’t keep them away but there is a certain satisfaction you’ll get from killing them. As for aphids, spider mites and whiteflies a good blasting with a water hose will wash them off plants. Use an insecticidal soap, miticide or insecticide to keep them from coming back. You can probably find a small child willing to blast your plants with water just for the fun of it. If small children are scarce in your neighborhood just contact Mr. Greenjeans. Some of us never outgrow playing with water hoses. If you’ve got bare spots in your garden, now is a good time to sow seed of fast-growing annuals. Cosmos, Klondyke marigolds, dwarf sunflowers, Mexican sunflowers and zinnias are great choices. In five to six weeks, that bare spot will be a glorious display of color. As Cicero said, “He who has a garden and a library wants for nothing.” Now go snip, pinch and blast! Happy gardening.

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Harmony Garden Update Monday, July 7, 2014 The garden is doing really well this year. Today we harvested 12 lbs. of beans, 12 lbs. of squash, 21 lbs. of zucchini, a half pound of banana peppers, 4 1/2 lbs. of tomatoes and one 4 1/2 lb. honey dew. Okra is coming in, and cantaloupe and watermelons are growing great. Tomatoes aren’t doing so well this year, but we are making up for them in other areas. We are battling a lot of weeds, but the plants are still growing good and producing well. We brought all of the last harvest to God’s Pantry and they were so grateful. Last week, we had the four year olds from First Baptist Simpsonville visit and they helped pick beans - over 20 lbs of them! The children had a great time, learning and harvesting. It’s great

to have so much community help and growing interest, but there is always room for more. If you would like to be a part of the Harmony Garden please contact Louise at Louiseb. harmonygarden@gmail.com

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About the Synergy Garden synergygarden@gmail.com Monday, July 7, 2014 The Synergy Garden is located at the Center for Community Services at 1102 Howard Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681. Volunteers meet every Thursday and Sunday evening around 7pm. Last Sunday, July 6, the group harvested 250 lbs. which went directly to the food bank

located nearby. If you are interested in volunteering, simply show up ready to work. Synergy is part of the Greenville Gardening for Good network. Find out more here: ggardeningforgood.com

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Real Local, Real Food: A Look at Bethel Trails Farm BETH FANN • beth@simpsonvillebanner.com Tuesday, July 8, 2014 Steve Ellis spent Monday working on one of his trucks. The problem turned out to be the alternator, an issue that didn’t seem to faze the former car dealer turned farmer. The actual maintenance and care of his homestead takes up around four hours a day, and the other half of his days are spent selling and delivering product or on tasks like DIY repair work. Bethel Trails is in every way a familyowned sustainable farm. Steve and his wife Michelle began farming part time in 1999, after purchasing their property in Gray Court, SC. Steve had experience farming from childhood time spent with his grandfather, who was a farmer in Montezuma, TN. He and Michelle started small with only egg-laying chickens, but soon added meat chickens, cows and pigs. In 2007, they went “whole-hog” and began farming full time. All of their animals are raised without the use of hormones or antibiotics, and they are ethically and humanly cared for. The differences between this local farm and a larger industrial one are striking - the Ellis’s animals are free-ranged and allowed to socialize. The wagging tails of the pigs and the cacophonous sounds of roaming fowl are nods to another era. These days Bethel Trails is fairly wellknown in the area, and their name is synonymous with the sausage, bacon and other pork cuts they sell. Seventy percent of their meat goes to South Carolina restaurants, including Stella’s Bistro in Simpsonville and Bacon Bros Public House on Pelham Road. The latter purchases an entire pig a week, sometimes two, and the Meathouse in Charleston also receives two pigs per week.

The rest are retail cuts sold at hometown grocers such as The Grain Loft in Greer and Swamp Rabbit Grocery in Greenville. The easiest way for Simpsonville residents to take home Bethel Trails products is through the Simpsonville Farmers Market, held every Saturday from 8:00 AM-12:00 PM. Although their farm is closer to other markets, Steve says he prefers to trade in his hometown.

The sheep, shaggy from shedding in the summer heat, run freely through the fenced pastures.

The biggest issue - or success - they have had of late is demand outpacing supply. While this is good news for Bethel Trails, Steve hopes other farmers can find their footings in the local food market. “A rising tide raises all the ships”, he said, adding that he didn’t see other farms as competition. In a society that’s largely driven by the desire to be bigger and better, Steve’s way of life is breath of fresh air. Steve Ellis is a board member of the Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA), where he works with other farmers to promote and support the local farming community. They also participate in CFSA’s annual Upstate Farm Tour, one of many local farms in the self-led tour. Bethel Trails also offers scheduled on-farm sales and tours, and in the market off-season they also deliver Saturday sales by order.

Young free-ranged turkeys will be ready in time for Thanksgiving.

The Simpsonville Farmer’s Market is held at City Park on E. Curtis Street, every Saturday from 8:00 AM -12:00 PM.

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The pigs shelter in lean-to type structures, a design Steve Ellis learned from his grandfather. The triangle shape makes for a more sturdy “house.”

BACK IN MY DAY: RALPH HENDRICKS

Hendricks: A Familiar Name with a Lasting Impact GARY FANN • gary@simpsonvillebanner.com Tuesday, July 8, 2014 Ralph Hendricks, 97, is a Simpsonville philanthropist who has left his mark on the city in countless ways, including donations for the library, the Veterans Memorial and the iconic clock tower. In February 2013, Hendricks was awarded the Order of the Silver Crescent, South Carolina’s highest award for volunteer and community service.

the help of his wife Marion Hubbard Hendricks, the fund has helped countless students over the last 28 years, a mission important to him as he was only able to attend school through the 8th grade. The scholarships also reach further than high school students, and funds are available for adults seeking continuing education as well.

Hendricks served on City Council for nearly fifteen years, including twelve years as mayor, and he has been involved in numerous civic improvements that have become synonymous with Simpsonville. After serving in the U.S. Army Air Corps in World War II, Hendricks went to work for his fatherin-law at his lumber supply business, a company he would eventually purchase and develop into one of the largest independent building material suppliers in the Southeast. From there he began developing residential real estate, starting with Poinsettia in the 1960’s. Each time Hendricks began a development, the city’s limits were expanded to include the new subdivision. What started as a tiny town around one mile across, grew to a city full of options. Westwood, Wagon Creek, Hunters Woods - Hendricks created these neighborhoods, spurring economic growth which continues to this day.

The foundation also makes contributions to charities, including Marietta Baptist Camp, Meals on Wheels, Greenville Rescue Mission, Boy Scouts of America, The Salvation Army, Simpsonville Rotary Club, Boys Home of the South, Golden Strip YMCA, Home with a Heart, Connie Maxwell Children’s Home and more.

Hendricks says his proudest accomplishment has been the Scholarships. In 1986, Hendricks created the Ralph and Virginia Hendricks Foundation to provide scholarships for local high school students who attend Furman University, North Greenville University, Anderson University or Greenville Technical College. With

Hendricks grew up during the depression, and the hardships of those years had a lasting effect on him. Still showing up to work every morning, Hendricks said it is what keeps him going. He says he “doesn’t do much these days”, however he still manages a few investments from his office next to the Simpsonville Library - a building named for he and Marion due to their donation of land and money for the roof on the building. Hendricks still lives in Poinsettia, and remains active in the Simpsonville Rotary Club, which he helped to found in the 1960’s. He is the only surviving original member in the club today. Ralph and Marion are members of First Baptist Church Simpsonville, where they met in the 1980’s. Their contribution to Simpsonville is more than financial or historic. Because of their support and love for their community, Simpsonville has grown into a thriving town with strong values grounded in hard work and helping others.

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From the kitchen of Mama Mary Hutchings

MAMA MARY’S CREAMY BAKED MACARONI AND CHEESE Makes 8 -10 servings. 3 cups –(16oz.) elbow macaroni (medium size) 3 tablespoons salted butter Happy Cow Creamery Butter (can use unsalted ) 1 ½ cups Happy Cow Creamery milk, divided 2 large Free Range eggs, lightly beaten

1 lb (16-ounces) Velveeta cheese (cubed into 1/2’’ pieces) 8 ounce shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese (about 2 cups), divided 8 ounce shredded Monterrey Jack Cheese 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

From the kitchen of Mrs. Marie B. Garrett Heat oven to 375 degrees F.

PEACH DELIGHT

1. Cook macaroni in a large pot of salted boiling water, about 8-10 minutes until soft but not mushy Drain completely and pour into a large mixing bowl. 2. Melt , in a saucepan, on low the Velvetta Cheese and ¾ cup milk until completely melted (stir often) 3. Pour Melted Cheese Sauce over Pasta and Stir. Add in butter, ¾ cups milk, eggs, 1 cup shredded cheeses, salt and pepper. Mix well and transfer to a 2 quart baking dish. Pour the remaining cheese on top. Bake until top crust is golden brown and casserole is bubbly, about 25 minutes. Serve hot.

STEP 1 1 stick margarine 1 cup chopped nuts 1 cup flour Mix together until crumbly. Pour into 9 X13 inch pan. Bake 15 minutes at 350 degrees. Cool.

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STEP 2 1 eight oz block of cream cheese (light will work), softened 1 cup confectioners sugar or equivalent sweetener 1 1/2 cups Cool Whip, thawed Mix together and spread over cooled crust. STEP 3 (Glaze) 1 Three oz package of peach or lemon Jell-o (sugar free will work) 1 cup water 3 tbs four 1 cup sugar or equivalent sweetener Mix Jell-o, sugar, four and water. Cook over medium heat until thick and clear. Cool. STEP 4 4 cups sliced fresh peaches (can be sweetened with additional sweetener if desired) sugar makes them too juicy. Spread peaches over Cool Whip layer and then pour the glaze over the sliced peaches. Refrigerate several hours or until set before serving.

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OUR RECIPES

From the kitchen of Mrs. Brown Garrett

OLD TIMEY CORNBREAD SALAD 1 small box of cornbread muffin mix per directions, cooled and crumbled

1 hot pepper, chopped if desired (any variety)

3 cups of chopped tomatoes (any variety)

1/4 chopped sweet pickles

1/2 cup chopped onion (any variety)

1 tsp of black pepper or to taste

3/4 to 1 cup light or regular mayonnaise

1 bell pepper, chopped

Mix all ingredients and refrigerate at least four hours. It gets better the next day. You may also add other things like cucumbers or cheese, beans. Have seen ranch dressing mix used and or buttermilk. Just experiment and enjoy!

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From the kitchen of Mrs. Thomas Kelley

COOL CARROTS 7 or 8 Carrots

1 Large Onion

Slice and boil carrots in salted water for approximately two minutes. Drain and cool. Alternate layers of carrots and sliced onion. Pour sauce over and let marinate in the refrigerator overnight.

From the kitchen of Mrs. Shannon Hutchings-Young

KATHERINE’S GAMECOCK TAILGATE DIP One bottle of Franks Hot Sauce (or your favorite buffalo sauce)

1/4 cup Bleu Cheese (crumbled) *optional

One bottle of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing

1/4 Cup Scallions (or green onions, chopped into 1/4:” pieces) *optional

1-8oz package of Philadelphia Cream Cheese 3-4 Stalks Celery (chopped into ½” pieces )

2 Cups Chicken Stock 2 Cups Water

Heat crockpot. Combine water and Chicken Stock. Boil chicken until cooked on stovetop.

SAUCE: 8 ounces of tomato juice (I use fresh stewed tomatoes during tomato season) 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

1/2 cup of sugar or brown sugar 1/2 cup of white vinegar 1 teaspoon of your favorite mustard Salt and Pepper to taste

Remove Chicken, drain and shred. Cut cream cheese into cubes and let melt slowly in the warmed cockpot. Add chicken shredded chicken, buffalo sauce and ranch dressing. Let simmer on low for 1 hour. Serve warm from crock pot or move to serving dish and garnish with Scallions and Bleu Cheese. Dip with Tostito Tortilla Scoops.

Bring sauce to boil and pour over.

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Fountain Inn Chamber Celebrates 60 Years BETH KELLEY FANN • beth@simpsonvillebanner.com Tuesday, July 8, 2014 The Fountain Inn Chamber actually began as a local business association, made up of the downtown local merchants and businesses. After operating for many years in that capacity, the association’s four officers (the president, vice president, secretary and treasurer) made the decision to evolve the association into a Chamber of Commerce.

Of the four founding fathers, only James A. Cannon, 85, and Max Karelitz, 103, still survive. On July 3rd, 2014 these two gentleman along with friends came together to celebrate the anniversary. Both men were excited to see their efforts and vision for a real Chamber realized, and still thriving over 60 years later.

On July 3, 1954, Max Karelitz, Blake P. Garrett, Andy McGeachie and James A. Cannon formally applied with the Secretary of State for South Carolina. The application was approved, and the Declaration creating the Fountain Inn Chamber of Commerce still hangs in the lobby of the offices in downtown. Max Karelitz and James A. Cannon

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The success of this family has truly brought Simpsonville to a national stage. Ray says it’s still unbelievable to hear the city’s name announced at UFC fights when Stephen is in the ring. Stephen has also provided training for other UFC fighters such as former lightheavy weight champ Rashad Evans, former strike force welterweight champ Nate Marquardt and semi-retired UFC welterweight champ George St. Pierre. To truly understand the meaningfulness of the art of karate and the comradery fighters enjoy, one only needs to observe Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson teach his young students. When he is not traveling, he can be found passing on his skills to Simpsonville boys and girls at Upstate Karate on Main Street. As the lead instructor of the children’s program, Stephen teaches the virtuous principals upon which martial arts was founded to his students. He helps children use these principals to build self esteem while maintaining a modest and courteous demeanor. The principals also help students develop focus, integrity, accountability and respect for others. All of this is done under the guise of a fun time in class with “Mr. Stephen”, as his students affectionately call him. Photo Credit: Carolina MMA - Ray Thompson, Jake Romano and Stephen Thompson

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RED’S RESTAURANT REVIEW

Red’s Restaurant Review: J. Peters in Fountain Inn ERIC REDDINGTON Sunday, July 6, 2014 I have discovered the Sunday after church meal is a very important meal in the south. I am sure that the pews are filled with those of us at 11:45 thinking, “where will we go this week?” For me this week, it was J Peter’s. I must admit this was not my first visit to our neighboring city’s eatery. First of all it is in downtown Fountain Inn and it has that nostalgic atmosphere that only a downtown restaurant can have. A bustling street. People walking across the street and feeling really safe doing it. The restaurant itself has a nice feel to it. I was a little early so I was seated immediately, however had I

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been later in the evening I would have had to wait. The service is excellent. The menu is as good as any in Greenville. My waitress was very attentive and friendly. I didn’t feel rushed to order or to leave after I was done. As for the food, well, the salad is to die for! I always get the house with the house dressing. Today I ordered Mahi Mahi with that fantastic salad and mixed veggies. As usual the meal was spot on. I sat near people but the spacing in the dining area is perfect so that you don’t seem too close to others. Not that I am shy but it is nice to be able to eat without hearing about someone’s day as if they came with you. The price of my meal today was about 20 dollars including my tip. I enjoyed my time at J Peter’s immensely. I highly recommend a visit there if you have not been. Expect a small wait on a busy Friday or Saturday night or after church on Sunday. It is well worth any wait and you won’t mind paying for the experience. This is Red, smiling on my way home to Simpsonville. Talk to you again soon.

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Community Bulletin Board PruittHealth Hospice (United Hospice) needs volunteers. Volunteers provide companionship to patients and families, assist in the office or with community events. Call 864.962.6699 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 Yard Sale This Saturday! 211 North Main Street, Simpsonville July 12 • 7AM-1PM - RAIN OR SHINE! Office furniture, Office supplies, Home decor, Kids’ stuff Descendants Of John Watson I (1752 - 1823) & Samuel Walker (1750-1826) Saturday July 19, 2014 10:00 AM White Oak Baptist Church, 1805 Wade Hampton Blvd., McCarter Fellowship Hall, Greenville, SC Bring a Favorite Dish to share For Information Contact - Jane Watson Chandler at 864-963-8117 or eMail: GrammyJane@aol.com Send your announcements to service@simpsonvillebanner.com

JULY 11 The year is 1914. Nineteen-year-old George Herman “Babe” Ruth makes his major league debut. The Babe was a man of such mythical proportions that in World War II, when Japanese soldiers charged American troops they sometimes yelled, “To hell with Babe Ruth!” JULY 12 The Medal of Honor is created on this day in 1862, when President Abraham Lincoln signs into law a measure calling for a medal to be awarded to noncommissioned officers and privates who distinguish themselves by their gallantry. JULY 13 Rivers across eastern Kansas crest well above flood stage causing the greatest destruction from flooding in the country’s midwest to that time. The year is 1951. One half of a million people are left homeless and two million acres of farmland are lost. JULY 14 Sheriff Pat Garrett guns down Billy the Kid at the Maxwell Ranch in New Mexico on this day in 1881. JULY 15 During a live television and radio broadcast in 1971, President Richard Nixon shocks the nation by announcing he will visit communist China the following year. Two giant pandas, Ling-Ling and Hsing-Hsing were sent to the United States as gifts from China following the historic trip. JULY 16 In 1790, the American Congress declares a swampy mosquito-infested site on the Potomac River will be our nation’s permanent capital and it will be named Washington. JULY 17 Disneyland opens on this day in 1955, in Anaheim, California. Today, Disneyland has more than 14 million visitors a year who spend nearly $3 billion.

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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 churches host Vacation Bible Schools (VBS) during the summer months and incorporate crafts into their programs for kids. Newspapers can come in handy during craft sessions, both as material for constructing items or as table covering to make clean-up time a breeze. Two local churches that have not yet held their VBS programs are Simpsonville First Free Will Baptist Church (1403 E. Georgia Rd.) and Unity Baptist Church (1000 Fairview Rd.). Contributed by Christy Staton of Simpsonville

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