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Halloween and November Events, November 4th Ballot, Final City Committee Meetings for 2014 ISSUE NUMBER XXII | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2014
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Simpsonville residents are ecstatic to have more popular options, and reasons to visit downtown. Following the smell of authentic Italian Pizza, Unterhausen - The Castle Cellar Pub - opened last week. The cozy, converted cellar restaurant saw the same results as Frank’s - and the seats never had a chance to cool. The food is authentic German and the bar is stocked to match. Social media was abuzz with praise following the opening. Another announcement was made recently by Exchange Co., a coffee shop and gluten-free local bakery. The owners Michael and Roxanne Bacaro already have quite a following from
Just the Facts Simpsonville City Committee Meetings | October 28, 2014
Beth Kelley Fann When Frank & Co. Pizza opened downtown this month, the restaurant sold out out of food in the first weekend. The food is phenomenal, and combined the historic downtown location owners Frank and Paige Russo appear to have a home run.
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their service at the Farmer’s Market and events, and many are excited to welcome Exchange Co. downtown. The new spots compliment the existing “go-to” spots for an evening in downtown Simpsonville. Carolina Olive Oil, the Ice Cream Station, Thai Cuisine, P. Simpson’s and Henry’s Smokehouse are the local favorites. The addition of pizza, pub and pastry rounds out Simpsonville’s downtown scene. Unterhausen - aka The Castle Cellar Pub - will be open Thursday through Saturday from 5-10pm and is located at 103 E. Curtis Street. Frank & Co. Pizza Cafe is across the street at 134 S. Main, and is open Tuesday through Saturday, 11am9pm. Exchange Co. will be located at 110 S. Main, across from the Clock Tower. Opening Day to be announced.
The following are a list of agenda items - and their associated questions - that we listened for at the four committee meetings. These questions are based on citizen concerns expressed to The Banner. The answers are in italics in the article below. FINANCE, POLICY COMMITTEE
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• Long-Range Facility Planning - what facilities are being examined, and will this planning address judicial facility issues raised at previous meetings? More research required. • Mayor Pro-Tem Compensation according to state law (SC Section 5-7170, City Ordinance 2-37b), adjusted compensation for the mayor or council cannot be enacted until after the next election. Is the proposition here to increase the pro-tem salary now? Councilwoman Elizabeth Braswell suggested bringing the Mayor Pro Tem’s salary up to the level of Mayor. Councilman Curtis objected, citing potential legal issues as the Pro Tem was not elected to her acting position. The redrawing of ward lines was also discussed, as well as an ordinance regarding “citizen appearance”. The latter was described by Councilwoman Braswell as “behavior of citizens towards City Council”.
RECREATION & EVENTS COMMITTEE • Interchanges are listed as a new business item. Will this address recent citizen concerns about the state of Simpsonville’s on and off ramps? Per Andy West, who addressed the committee, only the DOT can be on the land at the interchanges. The DOT must grant permission to mow. Trees can be removed via permit. West requested to research what steps would be needed for the DOT to allow the city to landscape. The city would need new equipment, ie. mowers, tractor and truck.
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• Alder Park/Creek Trail - status update. Two residents spoke against this trail, stating concerns for wildlife and foot traffic close to homes. • Arts Center - The Chamber/SAFi plan
was voted down in the last council meeting. What are the next steps, and what potential plans are still possible? The four plans presented over the summer were Discover Simpsonville, Chamber, SAFi and a Genealogy Room (Andrew Staton). The Genealogy Room, now Library, was unanimously supported by the committee and now moves to full council for a vote. The SAFi portion of last month’s proposal will also move to the full council, without the Chamber of Commerce portion.
PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE • The Police Department lists New Ordinances as an agenda item. What are the ordinances, and what issues do they address? 1. Homelessness and panhandling and 2. Interfering with an officer. Details were not provided. • Also from the Police Department New Computer Purchases are listed as an unbudgeted item. What is the cost, and what is the plan to fund it? More research required. The committee asked Police Chief Keith Grounsell to provide a report outlining each of the five items presented for discussion. The items were: 1. Anti-Grand Larceny Program. 2. Neighborhood traffic calming. 3. Auction of city owned firearms. 4. New Ordinances. 5. Advance on City money for new PD laptops.
PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE • HVAC for Arts Center - SAFi had partially funded the HVAC equipment scheduled to be installed. Since SAFi’s contract has not been renewed, is the City still planning to use this equipment to bring heating and air to the Arts Center? Director John Laux stated that if the building is augmented for a different use (other than current) we may not have enough HVAC material to implement. Also, Laux stated that no dollars are budgeted toward installation yet. Money depends on who is going in there. No immediate action planned for installing the HVAC.
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flashback
OCTOBER 31-Harry Houdini, magician and escape artist, dies in a Detroit hospital on this day in 1924. Twelve days earlier, Houdini had been talking about the strength of his stomach muscles to a group of students when one of them suddenly punched him twice. Houdini was caught by surprise. The blows ruptured his appendix causing poison to spread throughout his body. NOVEMBER 1-The year is 1800. President John Adams moves into the newly constructed President’s House. His new home will come to be known as the White House.
Swamp Rabbit Trail: in the Works Beth Kelley Fann Deputy Chief Steve Moore of the Simpsonville Police Department addressed the ladies of the Republican Women of the Golden Strip (and Representative Garry Smith) on Monday, October 27. Moore updated the group regarding the progress of the Swamp Rabbit Trail project in Simpsonville, an effort he helped revive earlier this year. A preliminary plan for the trail has been resubmitted to the SCDOT for
approval. If the plan is accepted the project will need $70,000 to match a grant of the same amount. The group behind the Swamp Rabbit project has several initiatives planned to raise the funding, and significant local interest is also encouraging. A proposed map has not yet been released as the route is still being planned, but residents can expect an initial 3/4ths of a mile to run through downtown Simpsonville.
NOVEMBER 2-The Chicago Tribune gets a jump on the competition and publishes an early edition announcing the election results of the 1948 presidential election. The headline reads, “DEWEY DEFEATS TRUMAN”. The only problem is Truman is the winner by over two million votes. NOVEMBER 3-On this day in 1964, District of Columbia residents cast ballots in a presidential election for the first time. NOVEMBER 4-Iranian students storm the U. S. Embassy in Tehren on this day in 1979 taking more than 60 Americans hostage. The students are supporters of the Muslim
cleric Ayatollah Khomeini. President Jimmy Carter fails to secure the release of the hostages and they will be held until January 20, 1981. The Iranians release the hostages just minutes after newly elected president Ronald Reagan finishes his inaugural address. NOVEMBER 5-Texas rancher, minister and all-around nice guy George Foreman becomes the oldest heavyweight champ in the history of boxing on this day in 1994. The 45-year-old boxer is wearing the same red velour shorts he wore twenty years earlier in the famous Rumble in the Jungle. His opponent, Michael Moorer, 26, is wearing brand new shiny gold shorts when Foreman clocks the youngster in the 10th round and wins the championship. NOVEMBER 6-It is on this day in 1861 when Jefferson Davis is elected to a six-year term as president of the Confederate States of America. Davis, a West Point graduate, veteran of the Mexican War, former U.S. senator from Mississippi and former Secretary of War under President Pierce, was president until May 5, 1865, when the Confederate government was officially dissolved.
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SCHOOL NEWS RUDOLPH GORDON ELEMENTARY Submitted by Jessica Bilton The cookie dough fundraiser ends on November 5. Author’s Tea will be held on November 5. The school chorus will perform for the Rotary Club on November 6. The Terrific Kid Program will be held on November 6. Spirit Night at Chick-fil-A on Woodruff Road will be held on November 11. Students in grades 3-5 are invited to attend a Veteran’s Day Program on November 11. Photo by Stephen Moore, smooregems.smugmug.com ©2014
Donte Donald was crowned King, and Meredith Jacks was Queen during the halftime festivities at Woodmont’s Homecoming. Final score Greenville 56, Woodmont 34.
Week 9 High School Football Scores Hillcrest 63 - Hanna 0 Mauldin 14 - Byrnes 70
Week 10 Schedule Hillcrest vs. Easley (A) Mauldin vs. Spartanburg (H) Woodmont vs. TL Hanna (H)
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Diabetes Management Don’t fool yourself: sugar can be dangerous. Researchers at Emory University found that participants consumed an extra 320 calories in added sugars throughout any given day. This fact alone contributes to the millions of diagnosed diabetes cases each year. Nearly 30 million Americans have diabetes; accounting for almost 9 percent of the United States’ population. According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes is one of the leading causes of death in America.
the blood to the body’s cells, where it is used or stored. A person with diabetes does not produce enough insulin, so the amount of glucose in the blood rises above normal which can be toxic and cause permanent damage to various organs over time. This disease affects the entire body— the cardiovascular system, circulation, eyesight, kidney function and nervous system.
Diabetes is a disease that impedes the body’s ability to produce or properly use insulin to control the levels of glucose (blood sugar) within the bloodstream. When food is digested, it breaks down into sugar called glucose, which the body uses for energy. Normally, the pancreas releases a hormone called insulin, which helps the transfer of glucose from
• Changes in weight
The most common symptoms of diabetes include: • Blurred vision • Frequent urination • Increased hunger • Nausea and vomiting • Increased thirst • Irritability • Numbness (lack of feeling) in hands or feet • Skin infections and/or dry, itchy skin
• Slow healing of cuts and scratches • Weakness and fatigue An individual should visit a doctor if they are experiencing any of these symptoms. Early detection of diabetes could lead to better health. Doctors at the Medical Group of the Carolinas (MGC) offer a Diabetes Education Program and have certified diabetes educators. These instructors help patients understand the basics of controlling blood glucose levels through good nutrition, moderate activity and blood glucose monitoring. The education program offers several classes, programs and support groups.
Not only did regular donors step up to the plate and give but private citizens, schools, businesses and churches gave us Blessings above and beyond our wildest expectations. By September 22 all distributing pantries were back running at full capacity. More than 850 families received food by September 30 because of this community’s generosity. God’s Pantry would like to take this opportunity to thank all of those that gave. Your money, food and time saved many of our Neighbors in Need. You gave
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selflessly and helped to make many people’s lives better. Thank you all, you are amazing. God’s Pantry would like to remind everyone that the holidays are fast approaching and although all locations have reopened, the need is still immense. Food insecure families are still hungry and we are always struggling to find enough resources to fill the void. Please continue to give and together we can make the Upstate a better place for everybody.
To give please contact: God’s Pantry Inc. P.O. Box 786 307 McCarter Rd. Fountain Inn, SC 29644-0786 (864) 963-4441
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• Home blood sugar monitoring
Early detection combined with a healthy knowledge of self-management skills and a correlating diet can be the difference between you managing your diabetes or your diabetes managing you.
Education in diabetes selfmanagement skills include:
All God’s Pantry Sites Have ReOpened On September 2, 2014 God’s Pantry was forced to close all 12 emergency food distribution sites. In 12 years of giving that had never before happened. The organization reached out to the community, pleading with anyone able to lend a helping hand, to please do so.
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Just the Facts (Continued) • Hillpine Bridge Update is also listed - what progress has been made, and what is the current timeline? Also of note, the proposed Greenville County Sales Tax Increase lists the Hillpine Bridge as a project to be funded by the tax. Since the city is already in the process of this repair, will the money be reimbursed by the county? John Laux stated that the cost is $180,000.00 to put in new pilings and keep the existing deck. Timeline not
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discussed. Will verify what happens if state sales tax is passed. A citizen also requested answers to three sewer items not addressed in the committee meetings. We have submitted those questions to the city and will publish the answers when we have them.
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The Best Care Gets Recognized
Voted Best Hospital in the Upstate The readers of “The Greenville News” voted Pelham Medical Center the best hospital in the Best of the Upstate Reader’s Choice Poll. This award confirms what our patients already know—that Pelham Medical Center delivers an exceptional healthcare experience. We’re proud to receive this honor and look forward to serving your healthcare needs.
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Simpsonville Library: Beaded Bracelets Saturday, November 1, 2014 10:00 am 11:30 am 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
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through Wednesday, August Friday, October 31, 2014 5:00 pm 11:00 pm Alder Park
Calvary Baptist Church Down On The Farm Friday, October 31, 2014 6:30 pm 9:00 pm Calvary Baptist Church
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Friday, October 31, 2014 6:30 pm 8:30 pm Heritage Park Farm Days At Bethel Trails Farm Saturday, November 1, 2014 9:00 am 12:00 pm 2302 Friendship Church Rd Gray Court 29645 Peacock Cottage Grand ReOpening Saturday, November 1, 2014 10:00 am 6:00 pm 212 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
Simpsonville Library: Unraveled Knit And Crochet Group Saturday, November 1, 2014 2:00 pm 4:00 pm 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
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Election Day: Greenville County Tuesday, November 4, 2014 7:00 am 7:00 pm Greenville County
Simpsonville Rotary Club Wednesday, November 5, 2014 12:15Pm 1:15Pm Rotary Hall
Simpsonville Library: Bouncing Babies Tuesday, November 4, 2014 10:00 am 11:00 am 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
Simpsonville Library: Story Time Thursday, November 6, 2014 10:00 am 12:00 pm 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
Simpsonville Library: Toddler Tales Tuesday, November 4, 2014 11:00 am 11:30 am 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
Local Author Jessica Leake Launch Party Saturday, November 1, 2014 5:00 pm 7:00 pm Huguenot Mill At The Peace Center Fountain Inn Presbyterian Church Celebrates 125 Years Sunday, November 2, 2014 11:30 am 12:30 pm 307 N Main St Fountain Inn Goodwill Job Connection Job Fair Monday, November 3, 2014 1:00 pm 3:30 pm
Simpsonville Kiwanis Tuesday, November 4, 2014 12:15Pm 1:15Pm Holly Tree Golf Club Simpsonville Library: Mother Goose On The Loose Wednesday, November 5, 2014 10:00 am 12:00 pm 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville
Simpsonville Library: Basic Digital Photography Thursday, November 6, 2014 6:00 pm 8:00 pm 626 Northeast Main Street, Simpsonville Greater Simpsonville Holiday Fair Saturday, November 8, 2014 9:00 am 2:00 pm Simpsonville Activity And Senior Center Veterans’ Ceremony At The Veterans’ Monument Sunday, November 9, 2014 2:00 pm 3:00 pm Main Street, Simpsonville
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Halloween Safety Tips From Greenville County Sheriff Loftis Halloween is once again upon us. Sheriff Loftis would like to provide these basic safety tips so that your trick-or-treating experience is a not only a great adventure and safe night for you and your children. You or a responsible adult should always accompany children ages 12 and under when trick-or-treating. - Ensure costumes fit well, are flame retardant, and never obscure visibility. - Have your trick-or-treater wear reflective clothing and/or carry a light or glowstick. - Children over the age of 12 who are responsible enough to go without you, should stay in groups, follow an agreed upon route, and watch for cars. - Check our website, www.gsco.org , for registered offenders residing in the area.
- Teach your children to never enter any home without you or without your permissions and only approach homes that are well-lit. - Remind your children to stay in welllit areas, never take shortcuts, and never go into isolated areas. - Let your children know to tell you or a trusted adult if they see anything weird or unusual. - Teach children to bring treats home before eating them. Eat only factorywrapped treats unless you know the giver well. - Teach your children to say NO and GET AWAY from any person or situation making them feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused; even if it means yelling, kicking, attracting attention or any other means of resisting. Trust their feeling, and be sure to tell a trusted adult.
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AT THE LIBRARY: UNRAVELED KNIT & CROCHET GROUP Thursday, November 6, 2014 1:00pm 3:00pm Kerry Ann Younts Culp Library
REVOLUTION CHURCH FALL FUN FESTIVAL Saturday, November 1, 2014 4:00pm 8:00pm Revolution Church
FOUNTAIN INN CHORALE: LOOKING BACK, LOOKING FORWARD Saturday, November 8, 2014 7:30pm 9:00pm Younts Center for Performing Arts
AT THE LIBRARY: BOOK DISCUSSION, THE INVENTION OF WINGS Tuesday, November 4, 2014 7:00pm 8:30pm Kerry Ann Younts Culp Library
STEPHEN LANG IN BEYOND GLORY, 3:00 PM Saturday, November 15, 2014 3:00pm 4:30pm Younts Center for Performing Arts
FOUNTAIN INN MUSEUM PRESENTS: HONORING OUR WWII HEROES—DAVID THOMASON Tuesday, November 4, 2014 7:00pm 8:30pm Fountain Inn History Museum
STEPHEN LANG IN BEYOND GLORY, 7:30 PM Saturday, November 15, 2014 7:30pm 9:00pm Younts Center for Performing Arts
AT THE LIBRARY: STORY TIME Wednesday, November 5, 2014 10:30am 11:00am Kerry Ann Younts Culp Library
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Sweet New Shop Preparing to Open Beth Kelley Fann The newest sweet spot in the Golden Strip is busy stocking shelves and readying the store. Opening soon, Sweet & Saucy in historic downtown Fountain Inn will offer a variety of traditional candy - taffy, licorice, gum, caramel and more. On the saucy side, salsa, hot sauce, jerky and nuts are also sold. The shop is located at 101 Trade Street. They have an active Facebook page, where fans can follow the progress - in tasty, full photographic detail - before Sweet & Saucy opens in the next couple of weeks.
Simpsonville, SC - There are Natural Options for Kids with ADHD that still allow success in the Classroom! As of 2011, 11% of kids in America carry an ADHD diagnosis. With this diagnosis there are also a lot of misunderstandings. Some say it is not real. Some say it is due to parenting. Some say teachers aren’t handling the kids appropriately. Evidence points to ADHD being very real and being a result of imbalances in the brain’s chemistry and neuronal (electrical) integrity. The good news is there is hope… and it doesn’t have to be medications! Dr. Elliot is a board certified Chiropractic Neurologist in Simpsonville, SC. His practice focuses on working with children who suffer from neurodevelopmental disorders like ADHD. His examination and therapy methods are non-invasive,
safe, and enjoyable for the children. With ADHD there tend to be imbalances in the way the brain is firing. When certain areas of the brain fail to develop as quickly or efficiently as other areas it can result in a neurological imbalance that can lead to many of the trademark symptoms of ADHD like inattentiveness, impulsivity, hyperactivity, etc. For example, the pre-frontal cortex of the brain plays a vital role in regulating focus. If the frontal lobe is not as strong as it should be, it often results in ADHD like symptoms. In his office, Dr. Hirshorn performs a thorough neurological examination to determine if there are imbalances in the way the brain is firing. Another revolutionary form of
evaluation for the brain is the qEEG (brain map). qEEG’s are a safe, non-invasive, computerized evaluation of brain wave activity that literally create a picture of what is happening in the child’s brain. As mentioned above, when the frontal lobes misfire it can create problems with focus. This type of deficit will often be observed on a qEEG as increased delta-theta wave activity in the frontal cortex. Based on the results of the neurological examination, the qEEG, and laboratory testing (when indicated), Dr. Hirshorn creates therapeutic protocols to support the child’s neurological health. The brain is plastic and can change based on the environment and stimulation it is given. In this way Dr. Hirshorn works
to activate and strengthen the weak areas of the brain that have been identified in the examination process. One of the most exciting therapies Dr. Hirshorn uses for children in his office is neurofeedback. It is a computerized brain rehabilitation tool that works to regulate abnormal brain wave activity and to optimize brain health. To receive a FREE DVD on Dr. Hirshorn’s work with ADHD call 864-757-8500 now! Our kids are back in thick of school now and Dr. Hirshorn is offering a back to school special through the end of November for the kids and families affected by ADHD and other neuro-developmental disorders. Until Thanksgiving, the initial consultation with
Dr. Hirshorn and the qEEG (brain map) will be offered for a special rate of $79 (limited to the first 20 callers; you must mention this post!). This offer will include an analysis of the brain map with Dr. Hirshorn so he can interpret the results and discuss appropriate therapy options. Call 864-757-8500 now to schedule!! For more information visit Dr. Hirshorn’s websites at: adhdsupportdoc.com clearmindcarolinas.com
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NOVEMBER 4, 2014 ELECTION FEDERAL OFFICES U.S SENATE - FULL TERM SEAT Victor Kocher (LIB) Thomas Ravenel (PET) Brad Hutto (DEM) Brad Hutto (WFM) Lindsey Graham (REP) U.S. SENATE - UNEXPIRED TERM Unexpired term Joyce Dickerson (DEM) Tim Scott (REP) Jill Bossi (AMR) U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 3 Barbara Jo Mullis (DEM) Jeff Duncan (REP) U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 4 Curtis E McLaughlin Jr (LIB) Trey Gowdy (REP)
STATE OFFICES GOVERNOR Steve French (LIB) Tom J Ervin (PET) (Withdrew from the race on 10.28.14) Vincent Sheheen (DEM) Morgan Bruce Reeves (UNC) Nikki R Haley (REP)
13TH CIRCUIT SOLICITOR (GREENVILLE AND PICKENS COUNTIES) Walt Wilkins (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 10 (W/ANDERSON) Joshua A Putnam (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 16 (W/LAURENS) Mark N Willis (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 17 Mike Burns (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 18 Tommy Stringer (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 19 Dwight A Loftis (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 20 Jon Eames (DEM) Jon Eames (GRN) Dan Hamilton (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 21 Phyllis J Henderson (REP)
LT. GOVERNOR Bakari Sellers (DEM) Henry McMaster (REP)
SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 22 Dan Ruck (DEM) Wendy Nanney (REP)
SECRETARY OF STATE Ginny Deerin (DEM) Mark Hammond (REP)
SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 23 Chandra Dillard (DEM)
STATE TREASURER Curtis Loftis (REP)
SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 24 Bruce W Bannister (REP)
ATTORNEY GENERAL Parnell Diggs (DEM) Alan Wilson (REP) COMPTROLLER GENERAL Kyle Herbert (DEM) Richard Eckstrom (REP) SUPERINTENDENT OF EDUCATION Tom Thompson (DEM) Molly Mitchell Spearman (REP) Ed Murray (AMR) ADJUTANT GENERAL Bob Livingston (REP) COMMISSIONER OF AGRICULTURE David Edmond (UNC) Hugh E Weathers (REP)
SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 25 Leola Robinson‐Simpson (DEM) Tony Boyce (IND) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 27 Garry R Smith (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 28 Eric M Bedingfield (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 35 (W/SPARTANBURG CO.) Bill Chumley (REP) SC HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICT 36 (W/SPARTANBURG CO.) Rita Allison (REP)
GREENVILLE COUNTY OFFICES AUDITOR Scott Case (REP) COUNTY PROBATE JUDGE Debora A Faulkner (DEM) COUNTY TREASURER Jill R Kintigh (REP) COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 17 Joe Dill (REP) COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 19 Willis Meadows (REP) COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 23 Xanthene S Norris (DEM) COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 26 Windell Rodgers (DEM) Lynn W Ballard (REP) COUNTY COUNCIL DISTRICT 28 Fred Payne (REP)
ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL TRUSTEE, DISTRICT 2, AREA 1 (2 SEATS) Kevin T Craft R Alderman Maynard Jr Frances M Russell ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL TRUSTEE, DISTRICT 2, AREA 3 (1 SEAT) Danny Hawkins ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL TRUSTEE, DISTRICT 2, AREA 4 (1 SEAT) Bonnie S Knight Greg Tysl ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL TRUSTEE, DISTRICT 2, AT LARGE (1 SEAT) James Jim Lusk Jimmy Ouzts ANDERSON SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION, 005 Mike Brock
NON PARTISIAN FILINGS FOR GREENVILLE COUNTY
SOUTH TYGER RIVER WATERSHED DISTRICT (TWO SEATS) Roland Vaillancourt
SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT (TWO SEATS) FILING BY PETITION Robert W Hanley Danny M Howard
RABON CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT (TWO SEATS) Bill Meder Don Reynolds
GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - DISTRICT 18 (SHARED WITH SPARTANBURG CO.) Patrick Sudduth GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - DISTRICT 20 Charles Saylors GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - DISTRICT 22 Lynda Leventis‐Wells GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - DISTRICT 24 Jeff Dishner Derek Lewis GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - DISTRICT 26 Roger Meek GREENVILLE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT - DISTRICT 28 Steven Watterson Lisa Hannah Wells
DUNKLIN FIRE DISTRICT (THREE SEATS) Fay T Childress Mark E Pittman Danny Smith PIEDMONT PUBLIC SERVICE DISTRICT - (THREE SEATS) SHARED WITH ANDERSON COUNTY Al C McAbee Jr Ed Poore Terry Yates CANEBRAKE FIRE DISTRICT - (TWO SEATS FOR 3 YEARS) Kyle Gilley Randy McRae RIVER FALLS FIRE DISTRICT - (THREE SEATS FOR 3 YEARS) David S Embry Vanessa Wright Gordon Deb Gravely Laura A Hunt Jimmy Moore Marilyn Tankersley Hollis E Wilson
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STATEWIDE CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS AMENDMENT 1 Must Section 7, Article XVII of the Constitution of this State be amended so as to provide that a raffle is not a lottery prohibited by this section, if the raffle is conducted by a nonprofit organization for charitable, religious, fraternal, educational, or other eleemosynary purposes, and the general law defines the type of organization authorized to operate and conduct the raffles, provides standards for the operation and conduct of the raffles, provides for the use of proceeds for charitable, religious, fraternal, educational, or other eleemosynary purposes, provides penalties for violations, and provides for other laws necessary to ensure the proper functioning, honesty, and integrity of the raffles, but in the absence of any general law, then the raffle remains a prohibited lottery? EXPLANATION A ‘Yes’ vote will allow certain nonprofit organizations to conduct raffles and use the proceeds for charitable, religious, or educational purposes. A ‘No’ vote maintains the current law that considers a raffle to be a lottery and is prohibited. -----------------------------------------------AMENDMENT 2 Must Section 7, Article VI of the Constitution of this State relating to state constitutional officers and Section 4, Article XIII relating to the Adjutant General and his staff officers be amended so as to update references to his title; to provide that the position of Adjutant General is recognized as holding the rank of Major General, as opposed to Brigadier General; to provide that upon the expiration of the term of the Adjutant General serving in office on the date of the ratification of this provision, the Adjutant General must be appointed by the Governor, upon the advice and consent of the Senate; to provide that the appointed Adjutant General serve for a term not coterminous with the Governor and may be removed only for cause; and to require the General Assembly to provide by law for the term, duties, compensation, and qualifications for office, the procedures by which the appointment is made, and the procedures by which the Adjutant General may be removed from office? 104 N.E. Main Street,
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GREENVILLE COUNTY SPECIAL SALES AND USE TAX REFERENDUM I approve a special sales and use tax in the amount of one percent (1%) to be imposed in Greenville County, South Carolina for not more than eight (8) years or until a total of $673,193,630 in sales tax revenue has been collected, whichever occurs first. The sales tax revenue will be used to pay the costs of the following projects including engineering, design, construction, right of way acquisition, administrative expenses, and related drainage facilities:
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The General Federation of Women’s Clubs of South Carolina (GFWC-SC), a 501c3 organization with over 1200 members state wide, strongly supports the Amendment to legalize charitable raffles. We urge members of other charitable organizations to do the same. Caroline Richardson Mahaffey,
OBITUARIES Joan Elizabeth Oggenfuss Joan Oggenfuss, 47, of Joanna, wife of Robert Oggenfuss, died on Monday, October 20, 2014.
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Palliative Care: See The Person Beyond The Treatment When a person first hears the words “you have cancer,” that are often experiencing pain, stress and other symptoms. Then they must face the side effects from treatment at the same time they juggle the many doctors, nurses and other professionals who care for them. Palliative care is specialized medical care that provides patients with serious illnesses relief from the pain and other symptoms from a disease such as cancer. Palliative care uses a team-based approach to coordinate care and give patients an extra level of support. It is appropriate at any age and at any stage of a disease,and studies show that it can lower costs without reducing the services patients receive. Palliative care sees the person beyond the cancer treatment. It is all about treating the patient as well as the disease. It’s a big shift in focus for health care delivery—and it works. Please join me and other advocates on November 10th, 2014 at a Palliative Care Educational Forum at USC Upstate. Together we can educate our elected officials on the need for Palliative Care legislation. Ruby H. Coleman Volunteer, American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network Mauldin, S.C.
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Born in Westwood, N.J. she was a daughter of the late Herman Pletsch and the late Gail Stobling Pletsch. Mrs. Oggenfuss was of the Baptist faith and a homemaker. In addition to her husband, Robert, Mrs. Oggenfuss is survived by sons, Steven Robert Oggenfuss of Gray Court and William Kenneth Oggenfuss of the home; daughters, Sarah Marie Oggenfuss, Stephanie Dunn and Emaleigh Oggenfuss, all of the home. Visitation was held Tuesday, October 28, 2014 from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Bellview Baptist Church in Laurens. The Funeral Service was on Wednesday, October 29, 2014 at 11:00 at Bellview Baptist Church with Rev. Adam Powers officiating. Burial followed in the Church cemetery. Heritage Funeral Home assisted the family. Heritage-funeral.com
Gerone Elizabeth Burgess Carnes Gerone Carnes, 90, of Greenville, wife of the late Richard “Dick” S. Carnes, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, October 23, 2014 while surrounded by her family. Born in Jocassee, S.C., she was a daughter of the late Joseph M. Burgess and the late Maude Wigington Burgess. She was a longtime member of Leawood Baptist Church in Greenville. Mrs. Carnes is survived by one sister, Hilda Burgess Cooper, and her husband, Duncan, of Simpsonville and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by four sisters, Blanche Hannah, Oleene Towe, Mildred Cantrell and Evelyn Schaler; and three brothers, James Burgess, W.C. “Dub” Burgess and Broadus “Bow” Burgess. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 1:00 PM at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Greenville. Family friends are invited to a luncheon immediately following the service at Duncan and
Hilda Cooper’s home. The family requests that memorials be made to the charity of one’s choice in lieu of flowers. Heritage Funeral assisted the family. Heritage-funeral.com
Grace Chapman Mahaffey Grace Chapman Mahaffey, 91, of Simpsonville, passed away on Thursday, October 23, 2014. She was the daughter of the late DB Chapman and the late Lola Cooley Chapman. She was the wife of the late Charles H. Mahaffey. She was of the Baptist Faith and a member of Five Forks Baptist Church. She retired from Honea Path Shirt as an Inspector. A graveside service will be held at Graceland East Cemetery on Saturday, October 25, 2014 at 11:00 AM. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family. Heritage-funeral.com
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Meet Angie Richardson Saunders Angie Richardson, a life long resident of Simpsonville, is a graduate of Hillcrest High School and member of First Baptist Church. She has two grown children. When Angie was 12 years old she began working for her father, Dr. Jim Richardson, and continued in a medical office career, in several different capacities, for 25 years. In 1989, Angie discovered a God given talent and became a florist. She opened a floral shop in 1994. Angie enjoys volunteering and has been involved with the Heart Association since 2005 and has helped with United Way’s School Tools program. Angie serves as a Lady Attendant at Heritage.
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