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Go Gold

Trisha Surles

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month Cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children under the age of 15 in the United States. 1 in 285 children will develop cancer. Of those that develop cancer, 20% will not survive and 1 in 3 will not live a normal lifespan. Despite these facts, childhood cancer research is vastly and consistently underfunded. In 20 years the FDA has initially approved only two drugs for any childhood cancer – 1/2 of all chemotherapies used for children’s cancers are over 25 years old Research and development for new drugs from pharmaceutical companies comprises 60% of funding for adult cancer drugs and close to zero for childhood cancers. However, the NCI spends 96% of its budget on adult cancers and only 4% of its budget on children’s cancers. In dollar terms, NCI’s funding for pediatric clinical trials is $26.4 million while funding for AIDS research is $254 million, and breast cancer is $584 million. Pharmaceutical companies don’t commit resources to childhood cancer research because the adult cancer drug business is viewed as more profitable and less risky to them.

Accordingly, there is an estimated $30 million a year gap in childhood cancer research funding. Source: icareicure.org/get-informed/ childhood-cancer-facts/ HOW CAN I HELP? Fundraise for medical research: Alex’s Lemonade Stand was started by Alex Scott and her parents. Alex was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a type of childhood cancer shortly after her first birthday. By the time she passed away at age 8, she had raised over $1 million dollars to help find a cure by selling lemonade in her front yard. Now Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation has funded over 500 medical grants. Ideas for individuals and companies: *Hold a lemonade stand with all proceeds donated to ALSF or childhood cancer organization *Hold a Spirit night to raise awareness and funds for childhood cancer *Donate a portion of product sales to ALSF for the month of September RAISE AWARENESS: *Log miles from walking, running & biking to help ALSF reach 1 million miles in the month of September to raise awareness for Childhood Cancer

*Follow ALSF or other childhood cancer websites on social media and share the information. LOCAL TWINS GIRLS HAVE HIGHER CANCER RISK: Meet Lane & Ella: they are identical twin girls and recently turned 2 years old. They live in Fountain Inn, SC with their older sister Ryan and parents Chris & Tricia and attend Simpsonville United Methodist preschool. At birth, Lane was diagnosed with a genetic disorder called Beckwith Wiedemann Syndrome. She grows at a rapid rate including her organs. She is also more likely to develop childhood cancer, particularly a Wilms Tumor. Lane and her twin are screened with bloodwork and ultrasound every 3 months for tumors. There are many unanswered questions about their

syndrome and most doctors haven’t heard of Beckwith Wiedemann. It’s a mystery as to why these children are up to 25% more likely to develop a tumor. Dr. Jenn Kalish of Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia has made it her life’s work to research the tumor development in BWS children with the hopes to unlock why it happens and if it can be prevented. Lane and Ella’s mom Tricia is hopeful the research could unlock answers for other children with Wilms Tumors as well. Tricia is raising awareness and funds for Dr. Kalish’s research in the month of September as Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation is matching all donations up to $25,000. alexslemonade.org/ mypage/1152366/member/258982

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Council Update

Beth Kelley Fann, beth@simpsonvillebanner.com

Notes from the August 24th Council Meeting. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE MEETING Of note, public comments preceding discussion made for an awkward format. Committee comments were absent from the agenda, and councilmember Taylor Graham requested that they be added back going forward. FD Lizanne revisited the fireworks ordinance, of which parts are currently unenforceable. Parts of the ordinance mirrored stricken state codes, and need to be removed

from Simpsonville code as well. Councilmember Braswell referenced citizen complaints regarding fireworks. City Attorney David Holmes stated that the city could not implement a ban, as that would go against state law. Councilmember Graham asked to see the stricken portions of the law before moving the changes to full council. The committee agreed. Chief Grounsell discussed the upcoming conversion of council chambers to a courtroom. He stated

Conversion: the Council Chambers are being altered to house a courtroom. The “bump-out” shown will become the Jury Box, per Police Chief Keith Grounsell.

that a jury box will be moved to the front, to the right of the council bench, and the step up at the front will be moved back. A witness box will also be added. The construction will begin after the September 8 meeting. The selling of surplus items from the IT department was approved and moved to full council, with the stipulation that the money go to the police department. Councilmember Braswell asked the city administrator if he’d prefer the money to go to the general fund. He responded that it was “all one and the same.”

The sports began last week, and utilize parks throughout the city. The “meadow” at Heritage Park is serving as a spacious practice field for football and cheer. Davis updated the committee on his upcoming application for a $5000 grant from Elevate Upstate. In the application Davis is proposing a defined entrance to Simpsonville’s City Park. The entrance would include brick columns and revamped signage. Councilmember Lockaby asked if the money was restricted to City Park, and Davis stated that five grand would go no further.

A new domestic violence court will begin in October. A special prosecutor assigned by the attorney general will hear domestic violence cases in Simpsonville and Greer once a month. Because 2015 saw extensive changes made to state law, officers will also receive training to help them navigate enforcement. The DV court will not involve any extra cost to the city per chief Grounsell.

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Employee Contracts made the list again, but no action was taken. Geneva Lawrence, Mayor Pro Tem, appeared to be the only committee member willing to review the idea of contracts for department heads.

In his monthly report, director Robbie Davis stated that the senior center boasted an astonishing 2000 participants in their exercise program last month. Fall sports for children are up 150 participants.

Public Works director John Laux discussed changed to the ordinance regarding leaf and brush pick-up. City demand is exceeding available resources, and the committee discussed the issue and potential solutions at length. FINANCE, POLICY & PLANNING COMMITTEE

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And They’re Off

Beth Kelley Fann, beth@simpsonvillebanner.com

Simpsonville boasts ten contenders for available Mayor and Council seats. Change is in the air in Simpsonville, and with it comes a lot of options for taxpayers. The candidates this year bring an impressive amount of diversity to the table as further evidence of Simpsonville’s family appeal and rapid growth. Unlike the last local election in 2013, where the Police Chief fiasco took center stage, the majority focus appears to be on building a solid future for Simpsonville. And, unity. MAYOR In the mayoral race, two women have thrown bids for the currently unoccupied seat. Either Sylvia Lockaby or Janice Curtis would be the second female mayor, following Pam King who served in the nineties.

Mrs. Curtis is Native American, and grew up on a Cherokee reservation. She is an experienced business owner — operating the Merle Norman store on Fairview Rd. — and also serves as the Local Executive Director for young women in the Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization. Mrs. Curtis is also Vice Chair of the State Board of Cosmetology, appointed by Governor Nikki Haley in 2010. Mrs. Lockaby has had a long career with United States Postal Service, and has served on the board of a local chapter of the American Postal Workers Union. She has sat on city council since 2009 in the ward six seat, and currently serves on two committees: Public Safety and Recreation/Events. If Mrs. Lockaby is elected mayor, she will leave a vacancy in ward

six that must be filled by special election. Her current term runs until 2017. WARD ONE Ward one candidates Matthew Gooch and Kevin Glenn announced intentions over the weekend. Both men are experienced in city government; Gooch as councilmember and Glenn as part of the planning commission. A third, James Ashe, has also filed for the seat Ashe is a regular face at council meetings, often addressing a variety of people and issues. WARD THREE In ward three, another woman entered the race in mid July. Jenn Hulehan, a professor and Department Head of Comprehensive Studies at TriCounty Technical College, is championing economic growth

and local business. She will run against Mark Rodeffer, a well-known marketing professional and business owner who has led events city-wide. Incumbent Geneva Lawrence had published intentions to run but did not file, WARD FIVE In ward five, Ken Cummings of Certus Bank has officially filed for the seat. Cummings is the current board chairman for the Simpsonville Chamber of Commerce. Vic Smith also announced a ward five bid. Mr. Smith is an inside salesman for Southeastern Electrical Supply. A third, James Donnelly, rounds out the competition for this seat.

We have submitted an identical questionnaire to all Simpsonville candidates. This week, we are featuring Ward One (Pages 6 and 7). Look for Ward Three on September 18.

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Simpsonville Votes • The Banner’s Response Report

Ward 1: Matthew Gooch LIST PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN OFFICE OR OF RELEVANCE TO THE SEAT.

DESCRIBE ONE GOAL YOU’D LIKE TO ACHIEVE SHOULD YOU BE ELECTED. I have many goals and it’s difficult to limit this answer to one. There is one issue which I value most. Focusing on a strong bottom line for our city is imperative. Every budget the city passes should look ahead to the future. We are growing and Simpsonville has to be ready for the future. That means we have to be prepared with our infrastructure and services to keep up with the needs of the thousands of great people who want to live here as our newest neighbors. I believe our recent budgets do not take into account the growing needs of our city. While the funds allocated do buy lots of stuff, there is no investment in a long range vision that prepares our city for the next generation. I believe every decision should be based firmly in the idea that Simpsonville is growing. Looking back at U.S. Census data, if we continue to grow as we have in the past our city could double in population in just 30 years. My goal is be sure the city is prepared for the future so our children will have an even better place to live than we already enjoy today.

There have been great things happening throughout Simpsonville. Whether you love visiting our world class parks or relaxing on the hillside at a concert, we have so much to offer. I want to continue this quality of life. That doesn’t mean we can be everything to everyone. Our sister cities have amazing opportunities in their own right. Simpsonville doesn’t need to compete with or even try to pull people away from what Fountain Inn or Mauldin offer. We have our own personality and should play to our strengths. A short drive in Simpsonville will bring any of us to the best shopping and dining in the area. The fact that we have affordable homes, great services from all our departments and a strong community means something to me. I was born here and love this city. It is my home. It is where my friends and neighbors have chosen to live. Simpsonville is where I’m from and where I want to continue to serve. I went back to school and earned my Masters of Business Administration degree so I would have even more opportunity to live, work, and serve right here. Keeping these traditions alive and prospering with a clear and powerful vision of what can be accomplished is what I list as the most important achievement. Just look to our improving parks, the Farmer’s Market or the thriving downtown and prosperity along Fairview Road.

HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR CITY TO A NEW RESIDENT? I met a new resident the other day and was thrilled to tell them about my home. They had only recently moved and they didn’t realize how much Simpsonville offers. So how did I describe Simpsonville? You have just moved into God’s best kept secret. This place is an hour from the mountains or a short drive to the coast. Better yet, stay in town and visit Heritage Park or the Amphitheatre. I found out they had children so I was able to tell them about our youth sports programs as well as the strong tradition of Scouting right here in the city. I asked them to come downtown on a Friday night to P. Simpson’s or Anita’s restaurant for great food and take in a movie; all this without leaving the city limits. I used to joke that if Simpsonville ever built a movie theatre I wouldn’t have to leave town and I’m happy about that. ANYTHING ADDITIONAL YOU WOULD LIKE VOTERS TO KNOW? Simpsonville is special to me for many reasons. When I walk or drive through any part of town, I don’t simply see buildings and parks. I see history. My roots run deep in this community. The former Simpsonville Elementary, now the Arts Center, helped educate my parents. My grandfather installed one of the first heating systems in that building. Today, I take pride in being able to show my children the many homes and businesses I have been able to help through

my business. The stories anchor me to this place as a reminder that my neighbors are my friends. There is a great comfort in being able to tell my children about one project or another where I or their grandfather or even their great grandfather worked. My family has been in Simpsonville for generations working, building and serving. I am asking for your vote to continue this tradition of service and vision for the future. My goals are simple. There are four things I want to focus on: Financially responsible budgets which plan for the future. Infrastructure development to handle Simpsonville’s growing population needs. Vision for how our City will grow and develop for the next generation. Economic prosperity through intelligent and beneficial partnerships with our business community.

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Ward 1: Kevin Glenn clarify vision and priorities for the future. The Council is not there to manage the City Administrator or the Department Heads. The Council should be viewed as a resource not a manager. I view the role of a City Council Member as a servant leader whose job is to serve both the citizens of the city, city government employees, and the city itself. DESCRIBE ONE GOAL YOU’D LIKE TO ACHIEVE SHOULD YOU BE ELECTED. One goal I would like to see from the next City Council is a focus on the sense of one team leading Simpsonville forward. My vision for how the city government should work is best described as a support team. The city has a great staff made up of the current City Administrator and each Department Head. The City Administrator is the person who leads and coaches the Department Heads. The City Administrator interacts with the Council for the purpose of resource support, conflict resolution, and guidance as the city moves forward. The roll of the council should be one that provides support and helps

LIST PAST ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN OFFICE OR OF RELEVANCE TO THE SEAT. Current serve on the Simpsonville Planning Commission Small business startup and operation experience Past Parliamentarian for Simpsonville Elementary PTA Past Chairman of Deacons for Rocky Creek Baptist Church in Greenville, SC HOW WOULD YOU DESCRIBE YOUR CITY TO A NEW RESIDENT? Simpsonville is a great town that I have called home since 1994. We originally lived off Jonesville

Road and moved into Poinsettia thirteen years ago. Simpsonville has that perfect mix of small town charm and friendliness with the convenience of big city shopping and entertainment. Where else can I sit on my porch and enjoy the peace and tranquility of country living and still only be minutes away from great shopping, restaurants, parks, and entertainment? Everything I need is only minutes away from my front door. ANYTHING ADDITIONAL YOU WOULD LIKE VOTERS TO KNOW? I am a native South Carolinian. I am a graduate of Woodruff High. I have a Bachelor’s degree in business from Anderson University (BBA) and am pursuing a Master’s degree in Ministry (MoM) from Anderson University also. I work as an Environmental Health and Safety Technician for General Electric Aviation where I have been employed for over twenty five years. I have been married to my beautiful bride Heidi for over twenty years and we have two amazing daughters, Ansley and Kassidy, who

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Ward 1: James Ashe

both attend Brashier Middle College Charter High School. Our family has been heavily involved in the PTA’s at Simpsonville Elementary and Bryson Middle School. I served the community as a volunteer firefighter at Clear Springs Fire and Rescue and as a paramedic with Greenville County EMS for over ten years. We currently attend Summit Church in Simpsonville.

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Absentee Voting

submitted by Jenn Hulehan, Simpsonville Ward 3 Candidate

College Students, Simpsonville Seniors, and Traveling Citizens Still Have a Voice. There are a number of reasons for which you may not be able to vote at your assigned polling place on November 3rd. For example, you may be traveling, attending school in another county, have a job that does not allow you to go vote, or be physically disabled (a full list of reasons is available at scvotes.org/ absentee_voting). If you cannot vote on November 3rd, absentee voting is for you. Absentee voting is easy! There are 4 simple steps: 1. Apply to vote absentee. You can get an application online (you must be able to print it out), or you can request an application (for yourself or for an immediate family member) be mailed to you by contacting the

Greenville County Voter Registration Office: Greenville County Square 301 University Ridge, Suite 1900 Greenville SC 29601-3668 Phone: (864) 467-7250 Fax (864) 467-7256 absentee@greenvillecounty.org 2. Complete and sign your application and return it to the Greenville County Voter Registration Office. You can do this in person, by fax, by e-mail, or by mail (see above). Return your application as soon as possible. The absolute final deadline for submitting your

application is 5:00 p.m. on the 4th day prior to the election (the 4th day is Friday for all Tuesday elections). 3. Receive your absentee ballot, which will arrive in the mail—be on the lookout for it! 4. Vote your ballot, following the provided instructions, and return it to the Voter Registration Office by 7:00 PM on the day of the election (November 3rd). You can do so by mail or in person. If necessary, you can have someone else return it for you, but you must first complete an authorization to return absentee ballot form, available from the county voter registration office.

vote counts—even if you cannot physically be at the polls on Election Day. If that’s the case, please follow the simple steps outlined above to exercise your right to vote. For other information about voting in the upcoming election, visit scvotes.org

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Jenn Hulehan is a candidate for Ward 3 in Simpsonville’s upcoming election. A resident of Westwood, she is also the Dept. Head of Comprehensive Studies for TriCounty Technical College in Pendelton.

Mauldin and Fountain Inn, we need your help. If you have a letter, issue, or editorial to submit on the elections below, please submit to info@simpsonvillebanner.com for consideration.

MAULDIN ELECTION Mayor: Incumbent Dennis Raines R.C. Jones (served from 1988-91 , then 2003-07) Ward 2: Incumbent Bob Cook Diane Kuzniar Carol King Ward 4: Incumbent Scott Crosby Rollin Hyust Ward 6: Incumbent Larry Goodson Patrick Cox John Langville

FOUNTAIN INN ELECTION Mayor: Incumbent Gary Long Sam Lee Ward 2: Incumbent Michael Maier Andrew Stoddard Ward 5: Incumbent Matthew King Ward 4: Larry Watson Phillip Clemmer

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Local History

Andrew Staton, andrew@simpsonvillebanner.com

The Story of the Moore Family and Poinsettia Subdivision On March 3, 1965, the Poinsett Realty Company announced plans for developing a 235-acre area near the heart of Simpsonville. A subsidiary of Simpsonville Lumber Company – owned and operated by community leader and future mayor Ralph Hendricks – the Poinsett Realty Company planned a neighborhood of about 400 homes along with a community center, church, playground and swimming pool. Fifty years later, in 2015, the Poinsettia subdivision is one of the most well-known and affluent neighborhoods in the Simpsonville area. However, well before the five miles of pavement was laid down through the largely wooded tract of land, the area was known as the estate of Samuel Toliver Moore. Born in Greenville County in

1852, Samuel was the oldest son of Samuel Alexander Moore, who died tragically while preparing for the Civil War, and Martha Baldwin Moore, who lived until the age of 91. Samuel was well known in the Simpsonville area as a businessman, and he is recorded as one of the ten men who petitioned for the town to receive its charter in 1901. Samuel Toliver Moore died in 1920 and was survived by his wife, Ida, along with five children. One of these children was Samuel A. Moore, who became successful in the banking profession. After attending Furman University, Samuel A. Moore worked for the Norwood National Bank in Greenville before moving to Richmond and later Washington, D.C. In 1919, South Carolina Senator Nathanial Dial had Samuel A. Moore federally appointed as a

National Bank Examiner, working in Pennsylvania and New York City. However, Moore passed away six years later in 1925 and was buried in Simpsonville City Cemetery alongside his father (Samuel Toliver Moore) in the family plot. Following the death of Samuel Toliver Moore’s wife Ida in 1945, as well as the death of his daughter Nora in 1963, the Moore family decided to sell the estate. In a deed dated February 21, 1965, the estate of Samuel Toliver Moore was sold to Poinsett Realty Company for $120,000. Samuel’s last surviving child, Nellie Moore Smith, along with three surviving grandchildren, Sam Todd, Sam A. Moore and Reynolds R. Moore, represented Samuel’s estate in the transaction.

Construction of the Poinsettia neighborhood on the former Moore estate was a groundbreaking achievement in Simpsonville history, marking the beginning of the town’s exponential growth. In 1969, the neighborhood was honored in being chosen by the Home Builders’ Association of Greenville for the annual Parade of Homes. Fifteen different builders and styles were chosen to construct and showcase a home in Poinsettia for the event, accounting for many of the varying styles currently seen in the neighborhood. In the 50 years that have followed the sale of the Moore estate, the Poinsettia neighborhood has become a well-established community of Simpsonville residents, and it has been the home of some of Simpsonville’s most prominent community leaders.

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Bacon Labor Day

Written and Photographed by Christy Staton

A New Tradition in the Making Listen closely…can you hear it? There is a sizzle in the air as the 2015 Bacon Labor Day celebration approaches. Promising to be even bigger and better than last year, the event is sure to please children and adults alike. After all, celebrating the unofficial end-of-summer holiday in Simpsonville has become a tradition, right? For almost forty years, Simpsonville hosted a family friendly Labor Day Festival that was well attended by folks from all over the Upstate. Yet, as times changed and the city evolved, so did the original Labor Day event. However, one Simpsonville citizen envisioned a way to continue to provide a fun filled family festival with a unique spin. Mark Rodeffer organized and presented the first Bacon Labor Day last year. Although it had a few kinks to be worked out, the new one day festival was a success and left the community wanting more. Never one to disappoint, Rodeffer organized the second annual Bacon Labor Day event and even extended it by one day. This year, festival goers can enjoy a second day of games, rides, crafts, music, exhibitions and obviously BACON! Plenty of food vendors will be on hand this year, providing 12 “title”

bacon items and at least 24 different bacon items in total. Of course, if bacon is not your thing, there will be lots of other choices available. In fact, vendors from as far away as the South Carolina coast and even Mississippi will be on hand to ensure there will be something for everyone. There will also be plenty of entertainment at the festival this year. Musical offerings will include two local acts and two from around the South. Lauren Light, a pop/ rock act, will bring her refreshingly new talents here from Lexington, NC. New Car Caviar will travel from Austin, TX to put an Americana spin on some Pink Floyd classics. Local band Hot As A Pepper will be on hand to perform everything from classics to current dance, rock, funk, disco, blues, country and beach music. Finally, David Craig, a firefighter from Taylors, SC, will perform as a solo act for those who enjoy Country and Western tunes. Other things to do at this year’s festival will include amusement rides (purchase tickets separate from admission) and free, pig themed games for the kids. (Also of note: kids 5 and under are admitted to the festival for free!) There will also be demonstrations from our local K-9

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unit as well as by local dance teams. Of course, a tried and true favorite of any American festival is the classic car show which will be returning this year. Shoppers in the crowd will also enjoy browsing the many craft and service vendors showing off their wares. Yet, perhaps the most interesting addition to Bacon Labor Day this year will be the Bubble Ball Soccer Tournament presented by Frontier. A brand new local business, Bravest Bubbleball Soccer (bravestbubbleball.com), will be on hand to provide the equipment for this hilarious new game. The business’ creator, Billy Martin, is a former NYC firefighter, 9/11 survivor and a veteran of the United States

military. So, teams will be made up of local police, firefighter and veterans all donning enormous clear “bubbles” around them as they fight to the finish. Surely it will be a sight to see! So, if you’re looking for a little fun and excitement this Labor Day weekend, be sure to keep the 2015 Bacon Labor Day festival in mind. The event organizer, Mark Rodeffer, can be reached at the email address bosshog@baconlaborday.com with any questions or comments you may have. Whatever activities you choose, stay safe, be responsible and enjoy time spent with family and friends.

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Happening: Don’t Miss these September Events Beth Kelley Fann

Bacon Labor Day

Thursday, October 1st 5:30 PM Willow Creek Golf Club Tickets Sold at the Simpsonville Chamber of Commerce 100 West Trade Street

Sunday, September 6: noon to 10pm Monday, September 7: 10am to 6pm Simpsonville City Park, 400 Block of E Curtis St. in Simpsonville See page 13 for more details, or visit baconlaborday.com

Eleventh Annual Ice Cream Town Hall Hosted by Representative Garry Smith

Thursday, September 10: 6-8pm Simpsonville Senior and Activity Center About: Come and enjoy lots of homemade ice cream, and hear from your Golden Strip Legislative Delegation as they update you on what happened in the South Carolina General Assembly this year.

Simpsonville Wedding District Customer Appreciation Thursday, September 10: 6-8pm Carolina Olive Oil, 104 S Main St. • Simpsonville, South Carolina 29681 About: This event will be open to past customers, new customers, newly engaged, wedding planners—everyone is invited. Come for beach music, door prizes, couple’s games, and learning how to dance the Carolina Shag. Visit SimpsonvilleWeddingDistrict.com

Trains, Trains & More Trains

presented by the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO EVERYONE!

Tickets $35 before September 15th, and $55 after.

Thursday, September 11, 12, 13 and 18, 19 Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd., Mauldin About: This wildly popular annual event rolls into the Mauldin Cultural Center yet again on September 11 and runs through September 19. Come enjoy one of the largest miniature train exhibits in the Southeast…for FREE! More info at mauldinculturalcenter.org

South Greenville Fair Saturday, September 19 | 8:30am-5:00pm Simpsonville City Park, 400 Block of E Curtis St. in Simpsonville Details and schedule at southgreenvillefair.com

SOOIE | 5th Annual Mauldin BBQ Cook-Off

presented by the Greater Mauldin Chamber of Commerce Friday, September 25 | 6-9pm and Saturday, September 26 | 11am-3pm Mauldin Cultural Center, 101 E Butler Rd., Mauldin About: The 5th Annual Mauldin BBQ Cook-Off is held September 25 & 26. Featuring over 20 BBQ teams from around the state, live music, and the GHS Kids Zone. More at mauldinbbq.com

Farm Fresh Fair 2015 Friday, September 25 | 6-9pm and Saturday, September 26 | 11am-3pm The Farm at Rabon Creek, 125 Phillips Ln, Fountain Inn, South Carolina 29644 Farm Fresh Fair is a curated event for artisans who make handmade goods. It’s a gathering of vintage lovers and a home for makers of rescued, restored, and repurposed delights. More at thefarmatraboncreek.com

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2015 Younts Center Schedule “Eight years into opening the Younts Center and I get just as excited today as I did when we first started. This season will include several firsts in the Upstate: Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox and much more! We are fortunate the city of Fountain Inn and its leaders took a step toward revitalizing the old school that now makes an annual impact of $1 million in the local economy!”

presents

—Van Broad, Economic Development/Younts Center for Performing Arts Director

SEPT 19

Fountain Inn Orchestra 7:30 PM

OCT 2

Young Frankenstein October 3, 9, 10 • 7:30 PM | October 4, 11 • 3:00 PM

OCT 23

Annie Moses Band 7:30 PM

OCT 24

Fall Chorale 7:30 PM

OCT 25

Greenville Concert Band (GCB) 3:00 PM

OCT 31

FIREside Radio presents Poe’s Ghosts 7:30 PM

NOV 14

Fountain Inn Orchestra 7:30 PM

NOV 20

Postmodern Jukebox 7:30 PM

DEC 4

A Christmas Story December 4, 5, 11, 12 • 7:30 PM | December 6, 13 • 3:00 PM

DEC 15

Christmas at the Center 7:30 PM

DEC 17

FIREside Radio presents Old-Time Radio Christmas Revue • 7:30 PM

DEC 18

Amahl & the Night Visitors December 19 • 7:30 PM | December 20 • 3:00 PM

View the complete 2015-16 Season at YountsCenter.org The Younts Center for Performing Arts is located at 315 N. Main Street in Fountain Inn Tickets: yountscenter.org or call (864) 409-1050

Dream Big! An evening of showtunes featuring: When You Wish Upon A Star Over the Rainbow The Impossible Dream from Man of La Mancha Wheels of a Dream from Ragtime and many more!

Generously Sponsored By:

Dr. Michael Moore, conductor

September 19, 7:30 pm Tickets: $14, $12 Students Attend Free

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The Sale of Real Estate for Delinquent Taxes in South Carolina David F. Sullivan A very insightful judge once said to me, “Mr. Sullivan, your clients essentially make loans to defaulting taxpayers to pay their delinquent taxes.” He was absolutely correct. What’s more, depending on how late defaulting taxpayers wait to redeem tax sale property, these “loans” can be at very handsome interest rates. Every year, in counties across South Carolina, tax collectors sell real estate (and mobile homes) to satisfy delinquent property taxes. The funds paid by bidders at tax sales are applied to delinquent taxes and the costs associated with the tax sale. Defaulting taxpayers have one year from the date of the tax sale to redeem their property by paying the delinquent taxes, the current year’s taxes, and costs related to the tax sale. Additionally, defaulting taxpayers must pay interest on the bid amount to tax sale bidders. The defaulting taxpayer pays a bidder interest on the bid amount in exchange for a bidder paying the delinquent taxes for the taxpayer. In most cases, defaulting taxpayers redeem the tax sale property and bidders get their bid money back along with some interest. Therefore, in a

sense, tax sales are often no more than loans to defaulting taxpayers. Sometimes, though, defaulting taxpayers “default” on these loans when they do not redeem tax sale property and a tax deed is issued to tax sale purchasers, many of whom I have represented. It was these clients the venerable judge was referring to as “lenders”. The law in South Carolina is very exacting with regard to the procedures which tax collectors must follow in having property sold for delinquent taxes. Certain types of notices containing specific language must be provided before and after the tax sale on a very specific timeline. Generally, the tax collector must provide certain notices to the defaulting taxpayer before the tax sale. Then, after the property is advertised for tax sale it gets sold for delinquent taxes. At some point not long after the tax sale, tax collectors normally will have a title search performed (hopefully) under the supervision of an attorney. (Performing a title search in South Carolina is considered the practice of law). The title search

should reveal mortgages and other liens on the property as well as lessees of record. “Neither more than forty-five days nor less than twenty days before the end of the redemption period for real estate sold for taxes, the person officially charged with the collection of delinquent taxes shall mail a notice by certified mail, return receipt request-restricted delivery as provided in Section 12-51-40(b) to the defaulting taxpayer and to a grantee, mortgagee, or lessee of the property of record in the appropriate public records of the county.” See South Carolina Code of Laws, Section 12-51-120. Thus, lenders (mortgagees) have the opportunity to redeem tax sale property in order to protect their collateral. If tax sale property is not redeemed within one year of the tax sale, a tax title is issued to the tax sale purchaser. However, a tax title is not considered a “warranty deed”, which means that tax sale purchasers do not acquire good, clear title to tax sale property and that, therefore, tax sale purchasers are limited as to what they can do with tax sale property. For instance, they may rent the property or sale it to a cash buyer, but can almost never mortgage the property or sell it to a buyer that is financing the property through a conventional lender. Nor, can the tax sale purchaser convey clear title to anyone else without doing one of two things: 1) obtain a quitclaim deed from the defaulting taxpayer(s); or 2) clear the title through what is called a “Quiet Title” action. But, even if a tax sale purchaser is able to obtain a quit-claim deed from the defaulting tax-

payer(s), it may still be advisable to bring an action to Quiet Title to extinguish any liens which may be on the tax sale property. Section 12-61-10 of the South Carolina Code of Laws provides that “any person or the executors, administrators, successors, assigns or grantees thereof, which has purchased at or acquired through a tax sale and obtained title to any real or personal property, may bring an action in the court of common pleas of such county for the purpose of barring all other claims thereto.” Actions to Quiet Title are routinely filed by tax sale purchasers to clear title to tax sale property. However, other issues pertaining to tax sales are sometimes litigated. For instance, defaulting taxpayers and lenders may litigate over who should get the tax sale overage. (A tax sale overage is the remaining funds leftover after the delinquent taxes and costs associated with the tax sale have been paid out of the bid amount). Additionally, lenders and defaulting taxpayers sometimes file actions in court to set aside and void tax sales, typically for some type of procedural defect by the county tax collector. Tax sale season in most counties will soon be upon us. If you are planning on bidding, hopefully you now know a little more about what to expect! This article is not to be considered legal advice. If you have a question regarding a tax sale or any other legal issue, you should contact an attorney. Att Attorney David Sullivan can be reached at 864-757-1524 or email him at sully_law@yahoo.com

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Store Hours Monday 10 AM - 6 PM Tuesday 11 AM - 6 PM Wednesday 10 AM - 6 PM Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 6 PM Find Avon in Fountain Inn at facebook.com/groups/ Outletinfountaininn/

Fountain Inn’s Avon Outlet Celebrates Eighth Anniversary This brick building has seen many a soul enter its doors in search of beauty, better health, and comfort; once a pharmacy with a soda shop, today 104 North Main Street’s striped awning welcomes guests to the Avon Outlet in Fountain Inn. Cheryl Alexander, Glori Gossett, Jan Waller, Jennifer Jarvis, and Susan Hall have created a one-stop shop

for beauty and fashion needs, while Weight Watchers hosts meetings in the spacious room behind the store. With easy parking out front and in the lot between it and Garrett’s Barber Shop, this is a natural spot to begin or end a Main Street shopping circuit. Great time for a visit, too: September 2015 marks the Outlet’s eighth anniversary, and the

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celebration includes the first wholestore Buy One Get One free event, covering everything they carry with the exception of clothes, shoes, purses, and giftables that are not marked. Bonus: One of Main Street’s Little Free Libraries is located here! In Glori Gossett’s words: Eight years ago our district manager assembled a group to start a store/ training center. Over time, we’ve expanded to three rooms and become an outlet store to offer customers better deals. We still train reps as needed. When we decided to partner, we agreed we could work with our children here, too; three of the five of us bring our kids to the store. How it works: We each work a day, 10-6. We each buy what we feel will sell and we put our initials and price on those products.

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What else is going on in here? Weight Watchers sublets our warehouse and has meetings here on Tuesday nights from 5-6:30 and Friday mornings from 9-10:30. We also rent space out for parties and other events. Opportunities: Make sure you register for our email sales at front desk; you can also sign up to sell at our store for only $15. I am a true believer in Avon products because of what they have

done for my skin and my family. We are truly blessed by God for our business and its growth. Meet the fantastic five: Cheryl Alexander manages accounts payable for the store and is the Outlet’s window designer; her background is in accounting and computer tech. Glori Gossett is the store’s bookkeeper and runs most staff meetings. A former office manager for an orthopaedic clinic, Glori started selling Avon when she made the decision to stay at home with her son 22 years ago. Jan Waller is a former preschool teacher and a current children’s pastor. An award-winning Avon representative for over ten years, she loves doing events and fundraisers to raise money for and awareness of breast cancer, spinal bifida, mission trips, and church events. Jennifer Jarvis’s background in accounting, HR, and residential property management made her a shoo-in for tending to accounts receivable and internal audits. Susan Hall and her husband Joe Morgan take care of repairs. Her background is in education, and she specializes in Avon clothes, jewelry, and accessories.

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Project RX

Community & Civic Events

A River Remedy Announces Fall 2015 Collection Date Ashley Rhinehart Upstate residents are encouraged to dispose of unwanted medications safely by dropping them off at more locations than ever before during the 10th Project Rx: A River Remedy this September The annual drug take-back event will be held on September 19th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and will provide seven medication collection sites across the Upstate. Participants can visit these locations: McAlister Square - 225 South Pleasantburg Drive St. Francis Millennium near CU-ICAR 2 Innovation Drive Greenville Memorial Hospital701 Grove Road Greer Memorial Hospital-830 South Buncombe Road Hillcrest Memorial Hospital- 729 South East Main Street, Simpsonville Oconee Medical Campus- 298 Memorial Drive, Seneca Laurens County Memorial Hospital22725 US-76, Clinton The collection sites offer free and anonymous acceptance of unwanted or expired prescriptions, over-thecounter medications, vitamins and supplements, and veterinary medications from households only. Sharps or syringes will not be accepted. Participants should leave the name of the drug visible on medication labels and use a black permanent marker to eliminate any personal information. The Project Rx taskforce is led by a community collaboration of Bon Secours St. Francis Health System, Carolinas Institute for Community Policing, Greenville County Medical Society, Greenville County Sheriff’s Office, Greenville Family Partnership, Greenville Health System, Greenville Technical College, Renewable Water Resources, and Upstate Forever.

Supporting organizations include Keep Greenville County Beautiful, The Greenville News, Greenville Journal, Martin Printing, and Presbyterian College School of Pharmacy. Project Rx launched in November 2010. The nine events held to date have collected a combined total of 10,866 lbs. of unwanted medication, approximately the weight of nearly four compact cars. With the support of local law enforcement, the medication collected is properly disposed of through incineration. For more information, visit the Project Rx website at www.aRiverRemedy.org or call 864-299-4000.

The Simpsonville Garden Club will meet Tuesday, September 15, at Rotary Hall, 126 S. Main St., Simpsonville, SC. Master Gardener, Meta Armstrong will discuss Horticulture entries in the up-coming “Fantasy Land and Flowers” flower show, Sept. 17-19. All are welcome, social begins at 1:30pm and meeting at 2:00pm For further information call Judy 864-688-2356 Leap of Faith Farm, LLC is holding a Volunteer Orientation and Training session on Saturday, September 12 from 10-11:30am. Volunteers assist riders with special needs during their therapeutic horseback riding lessons. No horse experience is necessary. Willing participants need to be 14 and up and active seniors are encouraged. Contact Melissa Palotta at (864) 351-9222 or melissapalotta@yahoo.com for more information.

About Project Rx: A River Remedy: Project Rx: A River Remedy is a local collaboration of community organizations united to help keep our rivers and residents safe from unused medications. Founded in 2010, Project Rx pulls together multiple community resources to hold take-back events semi-annually. As a safe alternative to flushing unwanted medications down the drain, or leaving them at home within the reach of the wrong hands, this program allows Upstate residents to bring prescriptions, over-the-counter medications, vitamins and supplements for a free and safe disposal, the perfect remedy for our community. About Renewable Water Resources (ReWa): ReWa’s goal is to promote a cleaner environment, and to protect the public health and water quality of the Upstate waterways, while providing and developing the necessary sewer infrastructure for the growing economy. ReWa serves more than 400,000 industrial, commercial and residential customers in Greenville County and parts of Anderson, Spartanburg, Pickens and Laurens Counties.

Eleventh Annual Ice Cream Town Hall: Hosted by SC Representative Garry Smith, the event will take place on September 12 at 6:00pm, at the Simpsonville Senior and Activity Center. “Come and enjoy lots of homemade ice cream, and hear from your Golden Strip Legislative Delegation as they update you on what happened in the South Carolina General Assembly this year.” 2nd Annual Fountain Inn Rotary Turkey ShootPUBLIC Invited: “12 gauge shotgun, no choke allowed. There will be a winner from each group shooting, the one with closest hit to bulls eye wins gift card for either a turkey or a ham.” 700 N Woods Dr, Fountain Inn, SC 29644 Saturday, November 21at 9:00am - 3:00pm Reedy Reels Film Festival “Reedy Reels Film Festival promotes the appreciation of the art of film-making while generating support for independent film-makers especially in the Upstate. The festival will engage the community and create exposure for local film-making while building inspiration and new opportunities for local artists.” October 16 - October 17 CU-ICAR 5 Research Dr, Greenville, South Carolina 29607

OCTOBER 24 | 6-10PM | DOWNTOWN Sippin’ In Simpsonville - OKTOBERFEST is a beer tasting tour of our downtown shops and local businesses. Ticket holders will enjoy craft beers, food pairings, and the downtown atmosphere as they walk among tasting locations! This year’s beer line-up will include craft tastings from CRAFTED The Beer Store and Unterhausen. Tickets: $15 in advance, $20 walk-up | Ticket link and website coming soon! The Sippin’ In Simpsonville event series is hosted by the businesses of the Main Street Chapter of the Simpsonville Area Chamber of Commerce.

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Hillcrest Rams Football The State Champs started off the Golden Strip Derby game with bang, then finished 61-18 Jacob Wilson The Hillcrest Rams jumped out to a 26-6 lead in the first half against the Mauldin Mavericks n the latest session of the Golden Strip Derby on Friday night at Freeman Field. Hillcrest entered the game with a three game winning streak against Mauldin. The Rams, fresh off of a Class AAAA Division I state championship, gained an early advantage. Mauldin received the opening kickoff. Running back Averius Blakely bursted through the hole for 11 yards on the first play of the game. The Mavericks offense sputtered and punted three plays later. The Rams blocked the following punt and took possession at Mauldin’s 25-yard line. J.D. Ballenger busted off a 23 yard run on first down. On the following play, Ballenger bowled his way into the end zone from two yards out. Hillcrest missed its extra point attempt. The Mavericks punted on their next possession. Hillcrest’s return man bobbled the punt and Mauldin recovered at the Rams’ 29-yard line. Mauldin advanced the ball to Hillcrest’s 7-yard line. The Mavericks faced a 4th down and 1 attempt. After some miscommunication in the backfield, quarterback Dre Harris was pulled down for no gain on the play. The Rams scored again on their next possession. Running back Quintavis Ballenger capped off the drive with a 23-yard touchdown run to close out the first quarter. The Rams missed their extra point attempt.

Hillcrest held a 12-0 lead entering the second quarter. The Rams increased the margin to 18 points with 5:28 left in the first half. Quarterback Collin Sneed rushed called his own number rushing for 19 yard touchdown. Wide receiver Jaleel Thomas came up with a big block on the play. Hillcrest’s two point conversion attempt failed. The Mavericks battled back putting together an impressive drive on their following possession. Senior Hunter Dawsey returned the kickoff to the Mavericks’ 40-yard line. Harris chalked up a 15-yard yard run. Harris connected Dawsey for a gain of 10 yards. The Mavericks drive stalled. Mauldin’s 23-yard field goal attempt went wide left. Hillcrest got to work quickly. Sneed hit wideout Brian Spurgeon for a 45 yard pass. Four plays later Sneed hit Jaleel Thomas for a 20 yard touchdown pass with 1:05 left in the first half. The Rams converted their 2-point attempt to increase the lead to 26-0. The Mavericks ended the half with an incredible play. With less than 10 seconds to play, Harris hit wideout Matt Atkins at the Rams’ 40-yard line. Atkins madea quick spin move and accelerated into the end zone from 68 yards out. The Rams held a 26-6 lead at the half.

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Rec Sports Off to a Big Start Robbie Davis, Parks & Recreation Director for Simpsonville, says enrollment in fall sports is up approximately 150 children this year. The images show the Simpsonville Seahawks and the Junior Ram Cheerleaders (and the volunteer staff) in action at the first game onMonday. simpsonville.com/athletics â&#x20AC;˘ (864) 967-9533

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Biz Buzz

WHAT: Greenville-based Loggerhead Apparel opens first open-to-the-public retail space in downtown Simpsonville.

WHAT: Black Tulip, a women’s clothing store. From the Facebook page: “A lifestyle + destination boutique for the divinely appointed, discerning shopper.”

WHEN: Open Now

WHERE: 109 North Main Street in Simpsonville, next to P. Simpson’s and Sheer Envy.

WHERE: 127 North Main St. in Fountain Inn

FIND THEM ONLINE: loggerheadapparel.com facebook.com/LoggerheadApparel

WHAT: Primrose School of Simpsonville at Five Forks opened this week. From their site: “Parents choose a Primrose education because they know our high quality standards are based on the latest research and successful professional practices. You can put your trust in Primrose Schools.” WHEN: Open Now

FIND THEM ONLINE: blacktulipsc.com facebook.com/BlackTulipSC

WHERE: 2255 Woodruff Rd in Simpsonville FIND THEM ONLINE: primroseschools.com/schools/ simpsonville-five-forks

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What are ‘they’ building? West Georgia Road at Standing Springs?

Next to Heritage Funeral Home on Main Street?

Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market (Like the new store at Highway 14)

Children’s Medical Center will move to a free standing location, currently under construction.

Email us at info@simpsonvillebanner.com if you’d like us to track down another developing location!

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Obituaries ROBERT EARL HAMBY Robert Earl Hamby, Sr., 92, devoted husband for 71 years to JoAnn Gault Hamby, died Monday, August 24, 2015. Born in Greenville County, Rob was the son of the late Charlie Smith and Mary Jane Garrett Hamby. He moved to Simpsonville in 1931 and lived there for the rest of his life. Rob was an active and faithful member of Simpsonville First Baptist for over 80 years until declining health confined him to home. Rob worked for T.E. Jones Furniture Company in Simpsonville for 22 years. He then worked for Varat Enterprises for 25 years, retiring in 1985. Rob served on the Simpsonville City Council for 14 years and, as Mayor Pro Tem, served as Mayor for one year. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a son, Robert Earl Hamby, Jr., and his wife Rebecca of Greenville; three grandchildren and their spouses, Heather H. Edmiston (David) of Atlanta, Rev. Robert E. Hamby, III (Kendall) of Dallas, and Dr. J. Brian Hamby (Laura) of Greenville; and nine great grandchildren, David, Charlie and Beck Edmiston, Wells and Simeon Hamby, and Seaton, Austin, Nielsen and Camille Hamby. He is also survived by two sisters, Betty H. Barbary of Simpsonville and Mildred H. Hawthorne of Sumter; a brother, Dr. John V. (Dick) Hamby and wife Peggy of Fort Mill; and a sister-in-law, Mary Frances Hamby of Greenville. Rob was preceded in death by his young son Wendell Joe (Winky) Hamby, his parents and a brother Charles Smith Hamby, Jr. The family would like to thank Miss Barbara Brown and the staff of McCall Hospice House for their compassionate care. A Memorial Service was held at 11:00AM on Saturday, August 29, 2015, at Simpsonville First Baptist Church with visitation following the service. A Private Family Graveside Service was held. Memorials may be made to Simpsonville First

Baptist Church, 3 Hedge Street, Simpsonville 29681, or to Mercy Presbyterian Church, 13155 Noel Road, Suite 900, Dallas, TX 75240.

Monday, August 31, 2015, at Second Presbyterian Church, 105 River Street, Greenville. Visitation will follow the service.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www. thomasmcafee.com.

Burial will be held at 11:00AM on Friday, September 4, 2015, in Palacios City Cemetery, Palacios, Texas.

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ROY CALVIN HEATH Roy Calvin Heath, 83, of Simpsonville, husband of Edna Mayo Heath, went to be with his Lord on Thursday, August 27, 2015. Born in Wichita Falls, Texas, he was a son of the late Raymond Franklin Heath and Clara Dell Whitten Heath. Roy was a graduate of Lamar High School in Houston, Texas. He attended the US Naval Academy and graduated from the University of Houston with a BSME in Mechanical Engineering. Roy began his career as a Mechanical Engineer with Schlumberger and was later employed by Atlas Chemical in Marshall, TX, Bechtel, Worley Engineering, General Electric and WR Grace. His career took him to many places around the world, including Scotland, London, Germany, Trinidad and Chile, and to several areas in the United States, including Schenectady, NY, California and, finally, to Greenville, SC. Roy was a member of First Presbyterian Church in Schenectady, NY, from 1960 to 1970, serving as a Deacon. He was a member and served as an Elder at Shannon Forest Presbyterian Church in Greenville, SC, from 1970 to 1984. Since 1984, Roy was a member of Second Presbyterian Church in Greenville, SC, serving as a Deacon, an Elder and Chairman of the Missions Committee. Roy loved the Lord and he loved His church. Roy also served on the board of Bailey Manor. Survivors, in addition to his wife of 58 years, include three nieces and six nephews. He was preceded in death by two brothers, Raymond F. Heath, Jr. and Robert Eugene Heath; and one sister, Melva Heath Herzog. The Funeral Service was held at 11:00AM on

Memorials may be made to the Piedmont Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Center, 1146 Grove Road, Greenville, SC 29605 or to Second Presbyterian Church Missions, 105 River Street, Greenville, SC 29601. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

MARY MAGDELENE MCCLELLION Mary Magdelene Hall McClellion, 96, widow of the late Clark A. McClellion, died Saturday, August 22, 2015. Born in Piedmont, she was a daughter of Mack and Eva Shirley Hall. Mrs. McClellion was of the Methodist faith. She enjoyed embroidery and puzzles. Surviving are two daughters, Patricia J. Tucker and Mary Ann Babson; a son, Melvin McClellion and wife Betty; nine grandchildren, 27 greatgrandchildren, and 22 great-great-grandchildren. Mrs. McClellion was preceded in death by a grandson, Tony McClellion. Visitation was held Monday, August 24, 2015, 6:00 pm until 7:30 pm, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast. A Graveside Service was held Tuesday, August 25, 2015, at 11:00 am at Graceland East Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to Rocky Creek Baptist Church Seniors, 1801 Woodruff Road, Greenville, SC 29607. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel

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All My Stuff I am an unapologetic packrat. I was in my garage today. As I looked around at all the things taking up the spaces my cars should fill, I attempted to imagine the number of items I would need to dispose of to allow just one of my vehicles to escape the winter frost. It was with a heavy sigh, that I accepted the need for two ice scrapers. Why did I sigh? We all know, if I had been able to clear a sedan’s worth of space, it would have been my wife’s car that would have napped there at night. So I sighed, realizing I was going to disappoint her again. Ultimately, it won’t matter much. I set the bar so low, this will roll right off her back. She’s pretty tough. This has been one of the major adjustments we have had to make, since moving to South Carolina. No basements! Okay, not many basements and none in the houses we have lived in. It may not sound like much of a problem, but I have stuff! And I need a place to put it. Hence, half of my two car, attached garage is filled with tool boxes, lawn equipment and boxes of holiday decorations. The other half is filled with… stuff. The family fleet of bicycles, papers I will probably never need until I throw them away, and 40 plus empty wine bottles, for the next time my bride and I create our own hooch. Mostly though, it is filled with just…stuff. Stuff in totes and stuff naked to the world, but stuff I am not willing to part with. I will present you with a small inventory of my “treasures”. We have a collapsible lawn barrel filled with toys the kids played with in earlier years. There is the remote control truck my son broke within three days of owning it. No longer able to run on its own, it got pushed. Under that is a small fleet of construction toys. Some Tonka. Some off brands. Don’t judge me. My son is well past the age of wanting to play with these. My girls are, too. Don’t think for a second they didn’t spend hours getting filthy in

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our back yard construction site, a few years ago. There are bats and balls living there. Forgotten by the kids that used to use them for darn near everything, except playing the sport they were intended for. Behind those are big plastic totes filled with clothes I will, most likely, never fit into again. Especially because most of them belong to my wife and the little kids my big kids used to be. This stack is next to the totes that hold all my old books. My old books are a whole other story. Literally. I wrote a blog about why I won’t get rid of my old books. There is the old fashioned school desk that my bride and I painted black and gold (shut up Steeler haters) and then adorned it with the kid’s hands and foot prints in red, white and blue. The kids, over the years, have…decorated it? Mostly with whatever stickers they could get their fingers on, but also markers, pens and pencils. It is a work of childhood graffiti and it is going, NO WHERE.

will have served their purpose for me. Inspirational memories for a weak mind. Now, I need to say, everything I have written here is the whole truth. I mean every word of it. That being said, the smart aleck in me desperately wants to say, “And that, gentleman, is how you get out of cleaning the garage”. Columnist Mark Katarzynski grew up in Erie, Pennsylvania. He moved to Simpsonville in 2012 with his wife, Samantha, and their three children. Besides spending time with his family, he enjoys music, sports and writing his blog ijustwanttotellstories.wordpress. com

Between the books and the aforementioned papers, is a plastic organizer. This is filled with crayons, markers and colored pencils. It also consists of half-finished coloring books, sketches and scribbles. The basic fare of three budding Rembrandts. As the days roll on, this organizer receives less and less attention. The coloring replaced with pictures and films taken with iPods and cell phones. Speaking of pictures, I am sure you are getting one. “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure”. Yep. Not only are these my treasures, but there will come a day I will need them. They will help me remember good times…great times. Someday, some of these things will be passed on to my kids. Maybe my grandchildren will play with the toys or wear the clothes. Most likely, my stuff will be passed on to the landfill. That’s okay. They

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IT’S BACK! HOLY CROSS EPISCOPAL CHURCH PRESENTS

Continued from page 18 SECOND HALF: Hillcrest picked up where they left off in the second half. Sneed connected on a 49 yard touchdown pass to Spurgeon. “Brian is a playmaker,” said Porter. “Everything clicked in the second half and he made some great plays.” However, Mauldin showed resiliency. Harris made a spectacular play running 41 yards for a touchdown on the Mavericks next series to cut the deficit to 21 points. The Rams answered when Sneed hit wideout Ethan Eich for a 53 yard score. Eich chalked up three receptions for 84 yards.

Mauldin came right back. Averius Blakely scored on a 6 yard run. Spurgeon returned the following kickoff 91 yards for a touchdown. The senior wideout finished the night with six receptions for 148 yards. JD Ballenger capped off the scoring with a 51 yard touchdown run. Harris went 12 for 22 for 153 yards passing. The junior quarterback rushed for 71 yards on the night. Mauldin senior defensive back Jonathan Lafoy had several tackles and one interception on the night.

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