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MAJOR TOPIC IN SIMPSONVILLE’S POLITICAL LANDSCAPE FINDS CLOSURE Trial for former Simpsonville Mayor Perry Eichor concluded this week. Beth Kelley Fann | beth@simpsonvillebanner.com
Tuesday, June 9 brought two convictions for Perry Eichor, now former mayor of Simpsonville. The end of the long-awaited trial also brought closure for all of the parties involved. Eichor was convicted of Obstruction of Justice and Misconduct in office, both misdemeanors in South Carolina. He was acquitted of the third and most severe charge, Intimidation of a Court Official. The sentence handed down by Judge Robin Stilwell took into consideration Eichor’s long career in public service, good character, and clean record. Three years of probation was shortened to one, and no jail time will be served. Each of the charges carried a maximum of ten years. The case hinged on just a few words, a single phrase that Simpsonville Judge
Leslie Sharff says made him worry for his job: “Remember you work for city council.” The conversation between Sharff and Eichor was said to have taken place on March 20. Sharff admitted to hypothesizing about how he would have treated resident Dixie Nance “as a police officer” in regards to the sign she hung on the Hillpine Drive bridge. The sign asked newly reinstated Police Chief Grounsell to give up his $112,000 in back pay to fix the bridge, and the topic was a hot one in March of 2014. Judge Sharff also admitted on the stand that his end of the conversation was improper for a judge, but maintained that he was not discussing the Nance case as a judge. The actions Sharff took after the talk with Eichor determined the guilty
This sign on the Hillpine Drive Bridge was the center of political conversation throughout Simpsonville in March, 2014
verdict in the Obstruction charge. The judge reportedly went to the clerk of court’s office and placed a phone call requesting a change of venue. He testified that he did so because he was heeding his impression of Eichor’s statement. The prosecutor’s argument said that the act disrupted the normal course of the case, although Nance’s case was never on Sharff’s docket and a jury trial was requested. Sharff does not hear jury cases. The Nance case was later dismissed. “I still don’t know how a jury convicted me of two counts for a single act, but found me not guilty of one count in the same act,” Eichor stated on Wednesday night. While he believes the ruling of the jury in his case was flawed, he says that “it is still the best system in the world.” Despite the convictions, Eichor says he is relieved the trial is over, and ready to get back to checking off his bucket list. At 80 years old he’s led a long life including both military and
law enforcement careers, and he is prepared to enjoy retirement. He attended his regular Rotary meeting on Wednesday, donating a “happy buck” to mark the occasion. “Because I’m here” Eichor said of the donation. His probation is already underway, but for his lifestyle it is not too limiting. A fresh pizza from Frank & Co. sat steaming on the kitchen counter during the interview, a subtle testament to the Eichor family’s resilience. Although he is no longer Mayor of Simpsonville, Perry Eichor’s life goes on. He says he hopes the outcome of his case will bring awareness to the citizens of Simpsonville, and inspire them to vote this November. A special election will not be held to fill his seat, as the mayoral position is open this fall. Mayor Pro Tem Geneva Lawrence will continue to serve in Eichor’s place. Eichor was mayor of Simpsonville from January 2012 to May 2014.
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LETTER: THE TRIAL OF PERRY EICHOR submitted by Butch Kirven
Justice was served yesterday on Perry Eichor, a small town first term mayor who did his duty as he saw it. He was accused of transgressing the line separating the executive and judicial boundaries at the lowest level of government, even though no one was harmed. He may have been guilty of imprudence – not a crime, per se – but a jury decided that he crossed over, at least put just a toe over, the demarcation from imprudent to unlawful. Did any others act imprudently in this case?
It was up to twelve average citizens to do the hardest thing people are asked to do – make a judgmental decision on the actions of another person. How many of us understand the full range of the meaning of “imprudence” in terms of human nature? Under the law, yesterday’s jury did. H. G. (Butch) Kirven, Jr. June 10, 2015
FROM THE EDITOR: Address to Simpsonville City Council Beth Kelley Fann | beth@simpsonvillebanner.com
I was not allowed to speak on Tuesday, June 9, at the Simpsonville City Council Meeting on a technicality. Here is what I intended to say. I would like to address a few matters of policy and procedure in the city of Simpsonville. I will not be addressing individuals, I consider each point to be a matter between myself and the City of Simpsonville.
After publication, I was libeled by the City of Simpsonville and true threats of violence were made against myself and my family, by the City of Simpsonville. Is it the policy of the City of Simpsonville to threaten and aggressively defend a proposed budget - funded by taxpayers - to the point of harming an individual and their business?
On May 22 my publication, The Banner, published an op ed titled “The State of Simpsonville Politics.” The article addressed city budget focus and concerns for FY 2015-16.
Following publication of the budget introspective, the city of Simpsonville incited and encouraged attacks on my personal character and business.
The City of Simpsonville’s response to this article was to say I was running a terror network, that I had to be dealt with, and that I would be run out of town.
Is this, too, standard procedure by the City of Simpsonville, to incite bullying and mob rule?
Is publicly threatening direct harm the response to media coverage the policy of the City of Simpsonville?
The City of Simpsonville shared on social media a politically biased article on Friday, June 5. I posted a correction and an image source for reference. My post was deleted in 8 minutes.
Following publication the City of Simpsonville also provided an explicit ultimatum to my friends, family, business partners and clients, stating that those individuals should disassociate with me personally and with my publication. This brought harm and extreme emotional distress to not only myself, but many others.
Is it the public relations policy of the City of Simpsonville to silence questions from the public instead of answering them?
Is this the normal operating procedure of the City of Simpsonville in response to media coverage they disagree with?
Is this the policy and operating procedure of the City of Simpsonville?
All of the aforementioned amounts to intimidation of the press, and what I am alleging is intent to impose absolute rule over the taxpayers, their money, and their thoughts.
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PLAIN POLITICS Upcoming council meeting schedules in the Golden Strip. MAULDIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, June 15, 2015 7:00pm Mauldin City Hall MAULDIN STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS Monday, July 6, 2015 6:00pm Mauldin City Hall
GREENVILLE COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, June 16, 2015 6:00pm 301 University Ridge, Greenville
SIMPSONVILLE CITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Tuesday, June 23, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Simpsonville City Hall SIMPSONVILLE CITY COUNCIL MEETING Tuesday, July 1, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Simpsonville City Hall
FOUNTAIN INN CITY COUNCIL MEETING (PUBLIC HEARING FOR 2015/16 BUDGET) Tuesday, July 9, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Fountain Inn City Hall
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PLANNING FOR THE SWAMP RABBIT TRAIL IN MAULDIN John Gardner, Economic Development Direct for the City of Mauldin
Mauldin City Council in May approved funding to select a route for the Swamp Rabbit Trail from Mauldin to CU-ICAR. The City has contracted with Alta Planning and Design to identify a constructible route for the trail from Innovation Drive to the Mauldin Cultural Center on East Butler Road. Alta is currently working with Greenville County Recreation Department to develop construction plans for a branch of the Swamp Rabbit Trail along the abandoned section of railroad between Laurens Road near Washington Street in downtown Greenville and Millennium Parkway in CU-ICAR. Greenville County acquired part of the railroad right of way about fifteen years ago, but Carolina Piedmont Railroad still owns the inactive right of way between Millennium Parkway and Innovation Drive in CU-ICAR. The railroad line is active south of Innovation Drive, serving major industries including General Electric, Cryovac, BASF, GBS Lumber, C.F Sauer and many others. Because a trail can’t be built in the active railroad right of way south of Innovation Drive, most of it will be built as a wide “sidepath” along existing roads. Some readers have seen similar sidepath trails along US 17 in Georgetown County and Pawley’s Island; others may be familiar with a popular sidepath along SC 6 across
the Lake Murray dam in Lexington County. The Swamp Rabbit Trail along Cleveland Street adjacent to Greenville Tech campus is a local example of a sidepath along a major road. The US 276 Corridor Plan, adopted by City Council in 2009, identified a conceptual design and route for the path between Mauldin and CU-ICAR along the east side of US 276, but no engineering was done at that time. The Alta study will define a final route and provide preliminary engineering for the project. Complete construction plans will not be developed until construction funding for the project is secured. To create space for the path on North Main Street (US 276), the paved shoulders (which make US 276 look like a freeway instead of a suburban street) will be narrowed and drainage ditches may be piped in some areas. A wide landscaped strip will separate the trail from the street, which will be transformed to look and feel like a suburban street instead of a highway. North Main Street will continue to be a major four lane artery, but good street design and the addition of some landscaping will improve the look of Mauldin’s most important “gateway” and will help slow traffic down as it enters the city, which has been a priority for business owners and Chamber of Commerce leaders for years.
This conceptual illustration from the US 276 corridor Plan shows how the Swamp Rabbit Trail will fit along North Main Street. SCDOT landscaping standards no longer would permit the large tree shown in the median in this image.
One key transition point will occur where the trail shifts from North Main Street to Murray Drive. Several route options may be possible, and these options will be explored with adjacent property owners to determine the best route. As may have observed over the last few years in Travelers Rest, city leaders and planners expect the trail to produce substantial benefits for existing businesses and create opportunities for new business development. Close proximity to and association with the trail will be valuable.
and safe route for the trail. Because speeds are low on Murray Drive , this section of the trail may take the form of a “complete street” with bike lanes and sidewalk. Alternatively, a wide path along the east side of Murray Drive may be the best design to accommodate pedestrians and cyclists. Watch for community meetings later this summer to provide ideas and input on this project. To receive e-mail notices of community meetings and events, sign up for our newsletter at cityofmauldin.org or “Like” us on Facebook.
Murray Drive, which is a 25 mph street with light traffic, will provide a calm
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FIVE STEPS TO A THRIVING BUSINESS Kerri Smith
Small business is the life-blood of our economy and it takes a special breed to enter the ring of ownership. There are no 401k, paid sick days or vacation but the reward can be worth so much more. More times than not, businessowners take the leap to bring life to a passion. The beginning is exciting, putting together plans and locating a place to do business. Renovating and creating the space to showcase their brand of business, their uniqueness becomes the focus of energy. They work tirelessly to get ready to share their passion with the world. Then, the moment the doors open for business and there’s the rush of seeing the dream come to life. Whether the business is a physical one or a virtual one, the cycle is the same … the
moment of “what now” comes. Here are five steps that will help you keep forward momentum in business. Thoughts are Things – This is one of the most powerful concepts that all great business folks and leaders take to heart. When we purposefully think about what the goal is, it comes into being. Just remember the early days of your business and how much thought you focused on making your dream a reality. Be Bold – All the great legendary brands and businesses never set out to be just like everyone else because then it becomes a competition based on price and rarely the new company wins. Find ways to set your business apart from competition like Apple did when they made their headphones white instead of the standard black.
Something so seemingly small turned out to be a huge market statement and set them on the path to market dominance. Build a Community – Whether virtually through social media or by setting up a pool table in the lobby, find a way to create an environment that makes people feel like they belong. Human beings are wired for it, use it. Never Stop Learning – Reading, MasterMind groups, professional councils and such are the best way to stay motivated, excited and engaged. If you are a one-person show, this is even more important. Recharging batteries and creativity is very important especially during the early years.
you fight it, accept it or lead it. If you want a thriving business, lead it. Continually search for ways to make your business better and then don’t let anyone, especially employees, hinder you from moving forward. Steve Jobs said, “I want to put a ding in the universe.” Creating, nurturing and growing your business “dings” your universe and so why not make it big. Kerri Smith is the owner of CU Exceed a marketing firm located in Simpsonville. She is a professional motivational speaker on the topics of marketing, advertising, public relations and business growth strategies. Currently, she is working as the full-time Business Development & Marketing Manager for Turbine Federal Credit Union.
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VETERAN SCHOLARSHIPS FOREVER Tim Brett
Local veterans now have another avenue to further their training and careers at Greenville Technical College.
government programs like the G.I. Bill, which help veterans get an education, these programs do not cover all types of training.
Veteran Scholarships Forever is set up to provide funding for veterans and their spouses taking vocational and skilled trades training programs that can lead to immediate employment, said Ron Demonet, the scholarship program’s managing director.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, Veteran Scholarships Forever receives contributions from individuals and organizations. Once donations are received, Veterans Scholarships Forever establishes endowments at evaluated colleges where veterans can apply for these scholarships.
“Greenville Tech has helped many veterans over the years find new careers,” Demonet said. “We are excited to help them assist more.” People interested in applying for the scholarship should contact Greenville Technical College’s Corporate and Career Development Division. People interested donated to the scholarship fund can contact www. scholarshipsforever.org. Demonet started Veteran Scholarships Forever after learning about the high unemployment rates for veterans serving after the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Although there are
The college then manages the endowment and provides scholarships to veterans with the most need to obtain the skills needed to be qualified for a job placement that will allow veterans to provide for themselves and their families, he said. Veterans are still eligible for other forms of financials aid, Demonet said. Veteran Scholarships Forever does not grant scholarships directly, but interested veterans and current spouses can contact the colleges’ financial aid or Veterans Affairs department to inquire about the program.
FIRST FORMAL CAMPAIGN FOR SIMPSONVILLE MAYOR LAUNCHED Beth Kelley Fann
A web address and Facebook page for Mayoral candidate Janice Curtis launched on Friday, June 6, formalizing the intentions Curtis announced last year. She is the first candidate to formally announce in Simpsonville. Elections for mayor, ward 1, ward 3 and ward 5 councilmembers will take place in November. More on each candidate as they announce. Email us if you are a candidate in the Golden Strip at info@simpsonvillebanner.com Janicecurtis.com | facebook.com/janicecurtisformayor
MEETINGPOINT PLANS JUNE EVENT Tim Brett
GREENVILLE, S.C. – If ethical dilemmas have no simple yes-or-no resolutions, is it possible to define ethical treatment? That is the question MeetingPoint plans to answer at its next event. MeetingPoint is a United Interfaith Community, drawing together people of goodwill in prayer, study, fellowship and compassionate service. MeetingPoint is a direct outgrowth of Greenville’s Year of Altruism (YOA), which has taken our community to new heights of compassion, civic awareness, and social action. Each month, MeetingPoint hosts an event in the community to learn and dialogue about relevant topics in the interfaith community. This month, Dr. Carmela Epright will be speaking about an ethical study in alleviating human suffering, specifically focusing on the treatment of mentally ill and criminally mentally ill individuals. The event will take place at Hughes Main Library in downtown Greenville on Tuesday, June 23, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is free with no reservations required.
Epright is a Professor of Philosophy at Furman University and a Clinical Professor of Neuropsychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine. She received her M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from Loyola University in Chicago. Epright has served as a visiting scholar to the Medical University of South Carolina, the University of South Carolina Medical School’s Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities and to the Institute for Applied Ethics at Dartmouth College. She was awarded the Alester G. Furman, Jr. and Janie Earle Furman Award for Meritorious Teaching in 2004. Epright teaches courses in ethics, bioethics, gender and sexuality studies and the philosophy of psychology. In addition to her work as a professor, she serves as a clinical ethicist and ethics consultant to numerous medical entities in South Carolina. Epright has published articles in bioethics, psychiatry, moral theory and philosophy of law and her current research is focused on the evaluation and treatment of the criminally mentally ill.
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FOLLOW-UP: OLD PILGRIM CHURCH AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION Andrew Staton | andrew@simpsonvillebanner.com
On the afternoon of Friday, June 5th, the South Carolina State House filled with history lovers and preservation advocates from across the state. At a ceremony hosted by Lieutenant Governor Henry McMaster, the 2015 South Carolina State Historic Preservation Awards were announced and proudly received by deserving organizations. While many of the award-winning preservation projects are located in the lower part of the state, one Greenville County site was honored – Simpsonville’s Old Pilgrim Baptist Church Cemetery. In July 2014, Issue 7 of The Simpsonville Banner ran an article detailing the extraordinary, multifaceted project currently underway at Old Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church, located on Woodruff Road near the intersection of Jonesville Road (this article can currently be found online at <insert link here>). The Old Pilgrim Church was founded in 1868, and according to church member Lillie Williams, this makes the church one of the oldest African-American
churches in the county. However, the cemetery located on the property has a history even older than the church. The Kilgore Family Cemetery (dating back to at least 1813) is located within close proximity behind the church, and slaves of the Kilgore Family were buried next to the cemetery, in mostly unmarked graves. These graves were incorporated into the present church cemetery, and in 2013 the church decided to find and recover these unmarked graves thought to be lost to history. The cemetery project has grown exponentially to become an enormous success, and great strides have been made on the project even since July’s article. According to Lillie Williams, in addition to the church members doing minor maintenance on a weekly basis, the project has recently received cleanup assistance from local Boy Scout troops, a youth group from Christ Church, teams from the YMCA (led by Greg McKee, one of the project’s biggest supporters), and volunteers from Hands On Greenville Day
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2015. Adding in those assisting with grave recovery, including Clemson University’s team of researchers and cemetery preservationist Jason Harpe, the project has received assistance by the hundreds. In early 2015, the decision was made to submit an application for the cemetery to the National Register of Historic Places (which, if approved, would make it one of only a few in the Simpsonville area with such distinction, as previously reported in the special Historic Preservation themed Issue 51 of The Banner). According to Lillie Williams, when the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) received the application, they were so impressed by the scale of the current project that they passed it along for award consideration. While the National Register application is still pending (but is likely to gain approval),
the project was chosen as one of only five recipients for the Stewardship Award, defined by the SHPO website as being for “those who have ensured the ongoing preservation of historic buildings, structures or sites through long-term care, planning, management, protection, or continuous ownership.” Speaking on behalf of the church, Mrs. Lillie Williams expressed how honored they are to have been chosen for such a high honor. Additionally, Mrs. Williams stated that the project is not even halfway through its full scope, and that they are grateful for the continued support of the community in ongoing efforts. Congratulations, Old Pilgrim!
Simpsonville native Andrew Staton is a genealogist and historian currently studying at the College of Charleston. In addition to his studies, he is also the Executive Director of the Simpsonville Genealogical Research Room. Photos by Christy Staton ©2015
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MEET YOUR PHYSICIAN: TODD FENNELL, MD Internal medicine physician Todd Fennell, MD, holds the physician/ patient relationship in high regard. He believes the bond between a physician and his or her patient is key to good health. “There is nothing more sacred in medicine than the patient/ physician relationship,” Fennell said. “It’s an honor to be entrusted with someone’s health.” Fennell has incorporated that philosophy into his work at the Medical Group of the Carolinas – Internal Medicine – Greer, part of Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System. He joined Medical Group of the Carolinas nearly two years ago and has been practicing for a total of seven years. “Quality and consistent primary care is the cornerstone of longterm health and longevity,” Fennell said. Fennell has a special interest in diabetes management and serves
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Brown Sugar Caramel Pound Cake by Becky Knapp Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups butter softened
1 cup pecans, chopped
2 cups light brown sugar, packed 1 cup granulated sugar
Caramel Drizzle:
5 large eggs 3 cups all-purpose flour
1 – 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
1 t. baking powder
1 cup brown sugar
½ t. salt
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup whole milk
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions: Preheat oven to 325 spray a 12 cup Bundt pan with cooking spray with flour. Beat butter until creamy. Add sugars beating until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time. In medium bowl combine flour, baking powder and salt. Add flour mix to batter alternately with milk, beat until just combined. Stir in toffee, nuts and pecans. Spoon batter into pan and bake 85 minutes or until wooden pick comes out clean. To prevent excess browning, cover cake with foil while baking.
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Let cake cool in pan for 10 minutes. Remove from pan, and let cool completely on a wire rack. Spoon Caramel Drizzle over cooled cake. Directions for Caramel Drizzle: In a medium saucepan, combine condensed milk and brown sugar; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, whisking frequently. Reduce heat, and SIMMER for 8 minutes, whisking frequently. Remove from heat; whisk in butter and vanilla. Let cool for 5 minutes before using. NOTE: Make sure you drizzle the caramel while it’s still HOT. The caramel does harden somewhat when cooled. FYI: I burned 2 of my glass pans on this. It really scorched around the edges so I kept pouring into clean pans. Next time I will use a double boiler.
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ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT: SHEILA’S SHEER ELEGANCE LINGERIE Local Shop Celebrating First Year Anniversary
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Born and raised right here in the Upstate, Sheila Sherbert, proprietor of Sheila’s Sheer Elegance Lingerie returned to her Simpsonville roots last year after spending over 25 years in Florida. A 1982 graduate of Hillcrest High School, Sherbert relocated to Florida in 1986 and was searching for an apartment when the Shuttle Challenger disaster occurred. After working as a model for the Sarah Parker Modeling agency, in 1988 Sherbert took the plunge, went out on her own, and opened the original location of Shelia’s Sheer Elegance Lingerie in Palm Beach Gardens. Understanding women look and feel their best when their undergarments are properly fitted; Sherbert realized no specialty lingerie boutique in the immediate Palm Beach area offered professional bra fitting consultations. While some of the higher-end national chain lingerie departments advertised personalized bra fittings, often their knowledge was rudimentary at best and always seemed to be lacking that “special treatment” this very intimate service demands. The majority of women don’t realize due to everything from hormonal changes to childbirth, lingerie sizes can vary numerous times throughout their lifetime. Plus, just as clothing trends
constantly change so do lingerie styles; and a backless bra may be a different size from a full coverage sports bra. Obviously the need was certainly there and now with 26 years in the business Sherbert estimates she has performed approximately 50 fittings each and every week of those 26 years. A desire to be closer to her family and long-time friends was the guiding factor in Sherbert’s decision to shutter her Florida location and move back to Simpsonville in spring 2014. Quickly finding the perfect location at 104 South Main Street by the Clock Tower, Sherbert opened to the public on June 18th of the same year. Just as in Florida, Sherbert quickly became a vital and active member of the local business community including the Main Street Chapter of the Simpsonville Chamber of Commerce, participating in Simpsonville Sippin’ events and assisting in marketing the downtown Simpsonville area. From fashionable to functional, Sheila’s Sheer Elegance Lingerie carries many of today’s most popular bra brands including Wacoal, Chantelle, Le Mystere, Felina, PrimaDonna, Cosabella and Hanky Panky. Sherbert also offers stylish casual and day wear, palazzo pants, Simpsonville branded apparel, pajamas, shapewear, panties and of course, bras
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for all occasions, events and outfits as well as a wide selection of long lasting all natural hand poured Tyler Candles. For her loyal customers still in Florida, as well as all across the United States, Sherbert does a brisk online business and invites you to visit her secure website. It is always nice to have options. If you can’t make it to her retail boutique open Monday through Friday 10AM-6PM and Saturday 10AM5PM, then feel free to shop from the privacy of your own home 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Sherbert knows it take more than just the right bra for a woman to feel her best. So for the latest in personal care pampering, waxing, nail and hair care services are available through Allison’s Shear Elegance located inside Sheila’s Sheer Elegance. Please call Allison directly at 864-270-1275 for additional information or to schedule an appointment.
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will receive a complementary Tyler Candle Gift Set or a separate large Tyler Candle. This is just Sherbert’s way of thanking all her loyal customers here in the Upstate for their support. For additional information please like Sheila’s Sheer Elegance Lingerie on Facebook, call her directly at 864-399-6011 or just drop by the shop at 104 East Main Street in the Promenade Shopping Center in beautiful downtown Simpsonville. Sheila and her friendly experienced sales staff look forward to assisting you in looking your best with the proper intimate apparel.
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REAL ESTATE 101: THE TITLE SEARCH David Sullivan, Attorney at Law
For most people who only buy and sell a home a few times over the course of their lives, the intricacies of a real estate closing are a bit of a mystery. There are many facets of a real estate closing. One of the most essential components of a closing is the title search. If you are buying real estate, not only is it a good idea to have a title search done, it is essential. And, if funds for the purchase of the property are being provided by a lender, the lender will actually require a title search. So, what exactly is a title search? Judging by the name, it sounds like it just means finding a deed to real estate. But, the name “title search” is misleading. Searching a title involves much more than locating the current deed to a parcel of real estate. The first step in doing a title search is normally searching through the county tax assessor’s records to find certain information pertaining to the property, including things like a deed
reference, plat reference (i.e., a survey), the county tax parcel number (also referred to as a “tax map number”), and other information such as how the property is taxed. After obtaining a deed reference, the title examiner (commonly referred to as a “title abstractor”) is able to run a chain of title back for the requisite amount of time (usually forty years). After establishing a chain of title, the examiner checks for deeds, easements, restrictions, mortgages, plats, and various other documents in the name of each owner in the chain of title. Most states east of the Mississippi index documents use the GrantorGrantee system. (States west of the Mississippi River use a “Grid System”, where documents are indexed based on the geographic location of the affected property). This means that the title examiner must read and analyze the property descriptions for documents found in the name of the owners in the chain of title and determine
which documents pertain to the subject property. One of the skills that good title abstractors develop is the ability to real legal descriptions and surveys and to determine whether certain documents are applicable to the property being examined. After checking the owners in the chain of deed for various documents recorded in their name, the title examiner performs a lien check. The time period that each owner in the chain of title is checked for liens is normally dictated by the statutory period that prescribes how long various liens may last. For instance, judgments in South Carolina which are property filed against a defendant in the county where that defendant owns real estate is a lien against that real estate for ten years. Thus, the title examiner will check judgments for each owner in the chain of title for a period of ten years. Performing a title search also involves determining whether property taxes have
been paid, are in arrears, whether rollback taxes will be or have been assessed, and how the property is taxed (e.g. homestead exemption, agricultural, legal residence). Finally, the title examiner checks probate court records and provides copies and abstracts of estates for owners in the chain of title who died owning the subject property. This basically describes what is involved in a title search. However, this is a very simplistic explanation. Competent title abstractors must know much more than how to go through these basic steps in doing a title search. Under our law in South Carolina, doing a title search is one of several aspects of a real estate closing that is considered the practice of law. So, the question arises as to how title abstractors, who are not attorneys, normally do title searches in South Carolina. The answer is that, in theory, title abstractors are doing nothing more than providing a copy of
the records located in the county Register of Deeds office, Probate Court, Clerk of Court, and various county tax offices to the closing attorney who then interprets and examines these documents. For several years before going to law school, I worked as a title abstractor, traveling all across South Carolina doing title searches. (Unlike most closing attorneys, I actually do my own title searches). When I was being trained as an abstractor, I was always taught to “over-report”. In other words, I learned that since I was not an attorney, if I had any question as to whether a particular deed, easement, restriction, mortgage, judgment, tax lien, survey, or any other document that I found was applicable, I should report it to the closing attorney and allow them to make that decision. So, in case you are buying a house and you see a charge on the Settlement Statement for a title search and you wonder what you are paying for…now you know.
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SUMMER VACATION Mark Katarzynski
Summer vacation! Woo Hoo! Is there a more joyous time as a kid? I say, no. Sure, Christmas break is great. It has a couple of nice holidays in it, but, at best, it’s a little over two weeks long… and it’s cold. Summer vaca, though? Well, kids don’t have to go back to school for about 9 weeks! Unless you’re a teacher. Then the kids are due back at their desks in 66 days, 20 hours and thirty three minutes…and not a minute before! This nearly two month break brings with it hopes, dreams, and fantasies of what will be, undoubtedly, the greatest summer ever. These thoughts run through the minds of children and adults alike. Plans? Oh we have plans. Mom and dad have been making long lists of all the things they want to accomplish over the next 60 plus days. All the kids have been making lists, too. It’s amazing to think, two lists with forty or fifty items on each, were written by relatives, and there are only two common entries, “sleep in” and “go to the beach”…and Dad crossed out the beach on the grown-up list. “I’m not spending two days cleaning sand out of every crease in the car or on me” is what he muttered as he made a striking move with his pencil. Through the art of compromise, these lists will eventually meld into one master list. A perfect amalgamation of kid-like fun and yard work, movie nights and hikes, sleepovers and painted bathrooms. Then we lie to ourselves and say, “…and this year,
we’re doing it all!”. That’s right about when life takes over. No one can put in a new garden in the yard in the morning, go for a hike in the afternoon and then have thirty kids stay overnight and keep their sanity… okay, it was four kids, but they had the volume of thirty kids, and one may have had bagpipes. The next day, we roll out of the rack and start packing for the beach (you knew Mom was going to overrule Dad’s veto). After three days of splashing in the water, rolling in the sand and fighting in the hotel, we make our way back home. We remind the kids, the deal was, if we took them to the beach, they agreed to help clean the garage. They, then remind you, they never had any intention of cleaning the garage. They have side jobs lined up. There are yards to mow, dogs to sit, kids to watch, etc. Every parent in the neighborhood will work your child before you show up on their schedule. If you want the garage cleaned by the end of July, you are working on it solo. Then there are camps chewing up the days. Two weeks of band camp, one of Girl Scouts. Don’t forget vacation bible school. All worthy ventures, so one can’t squawk about the kids not being around. At least they are going to be around that long weekend you took off to paint all the trim on the outside of the house. It really helps having feet on the ground to fetch things, when you’re 18 feet in the air. Too bad it rained that whole
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weekend and the only thing that got painted were your toenails, by your daughters while you slept. Scatter in a few lazy days that nobody gets out of their pajamas and, at least one, nasty summer cold and many of your vacation days are all used up. Suddenly, you realize, summer is three quarters gone and you are an eighth of the way through your list! Take a deep breath. Pick up your list and cross off anything that isn’t priority one. You only have a few precious days left to make lifetime memories and get that darned half
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MARKET FRESH Cooking with local ingredients Jenn Hulehan
BACKYARD BURGERS
1 tsp Onion Powder
Summer is officially here, and there’s no better way to celebrate the warmer temps than with a backyard barbecue. Hamburgers are a popular choice for the grill, but a truly delicious burger is more than just a ground beef patty. It’s all about the marinade! The marinade I use is very popular–but really very easy. People always comment on how good the burgers are when we serve them, and I personally LOVE these burgers. They’re so tasty, I have to stop myself from having two!
1 Tbs Black Pepper
Here’s what I use:
1 tsp Italian Seasoning 1 tsp Yellow Mustard 1 Tbs Brown Sugar Here’s what I do: Make the hamburger patties! Good beef makes the best burgers, and I really prefer to keep things as fresh and local as possible, so I really like Bethel Trail Farms ground beef. Arrange the patties in a glass container–like a 9×12 casserole dish.
1/2 cup Worcestershire Sauce 1/2 cup Soy Sauce 1 tsp Garlic powder
Mix all the marinade ingredients together in a bowl. Dump the marinade over the burgers. Cover tightly with plastic wrap & let them sit for an hour. Then, head out to the grill!
MARINATED CORN SALAD Warm weather means warm weather foods! So last night we grilled out, and my contribution to the meal was one of my fave sides: marinated corn salad. I love this light, summery dish–not only because it’s yummy but also because it’s super easy and requires no actual cooking. Here’s how it works: 1 16 oz. bag of frozen corn 1 15 oz. can of black beans (drained, rinsed) 2 medium tomatoes (diced) 1 onion (small, diced. I only used about 1/4 of a small onion last night.)
Mojo marinade (1/2 cup) (You can make this yourself, but I don’t. I get it from the ethnic foods aisle of the grocery [Latin]. Related: if you haven’t used Mojo marinade before–get on it! Zero calories and tons of flavor–great marinade for veggies, fish, pork, etc.) Honey (1 tbsp) Now, here’s the hard part: you thaw the corn in a colander in the sink by running cool water over it for a few minutes. Then, you pour it into a medium-sized bowl and add all the other ingredients. Stir. Let sit & chill. Eat Serve.
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SIMPSONVILLE FARMERS MARKET REPORT 2015 a roaring success for the Saturday event Amanda Sefton
At the beginning of 2010 we never could have envisaged what our market has grown to today. We started off with very humble beginnings - 6 vendors out on the grass in front of the Cotton Mill Apartments on a Thursday afternoon. By the end of that season we had a whole 8 regular vendors!. We were proud as punch of our market and loved seeing “our people” weekly. We survived a few late afternoon thunderstorms and all got a bit wet but most of all we had fun. 2011 we added a few more vendors and continued doing our Thursday afternoons. We made the move to City Park and Saturday mornings in 2012. We were still a tiny market at that point but we were starting to see some new faces and often heard “We didn’t know y’all were here!”. Slowly we added vendors and more and more people started coming out on a Saturday morning to
shop with us. Flash forward to the 2015 season and we’re having to waitlist potential vendors. We’re trying to keep a good balance between foods and crafts. We don’t want to look more like a Craft market than a Farmers market. The market is thriving! To me the market is all about the people. Our vendors have all become a family to me. It brings me great happiness to see each of our vendors show up and start unloading their wares. We stop a minute to talk a little about our week and catch up on each others lives. Then around 8am our customers start arriving. Many of the customers have become extended family too. We ask after each others children, exclaim over how much kids and dogs have grown. We know each others stories. We rejoice over a new baby or
commiserate over an illness or a loss. We are a community. We have a bunch of fabulous vendors this year. We have fresh picked vegetables, farm raised grass fed meats, low country shrimp and local fresh goat cheeses, plants and vegetable seedlings, rabbit meat, delicious pimento cheese and pickles jams and jellies, fresh baked breads and the yummiest cupcakes, treats for your dogs, fresh roasted coffee and newly laid eggs, local honey - we even have quail eggs! Exchange Co are there with their fabulous Hibiscus tea and gluten free
goodies. Among our craft items we have handcrafted woolen dryer balls and handmade wine bottle wind chimes, doll clothes to fit your American girl dolls, beautiful pocketbooks, gorgeous upcycled signs and sayings, handmade knits, handcrafted wooden bowls, beautiful wreaths, centerpieces and cemetery flowers, soaps lotions and scrubs. We have something for everyone! If you haven’t been down to visit with us please do! See you at Market!
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EVENT CALENDAR INTO THE WOODS Friday, June 12, 2015 7:30pm 9:00pm Younts Center for Performing Arts SUNRISE RUN 2015 Saturday, June 13, 2015 6:16am 9:16am 3 Hedge St Simpsonville, SC 29681 THREE FAMILY YARD SALE IN SIMPSONVILLE Saturday, June 13, 2015 7:00am 2:00pm 323 W Georgia Rd Simpsonville, SC 29681 SIMPSONVILLE FARMERS MARKET Saturday, June 13, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Simpsonville City Park
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INTO THE WOODS Sunday, June 14, 2015 3:00pm 4:30pm Younts Center for Performing Arts MAULDIN CITY COUNCIL MEETING Monday, June 15, 2015 7:00pm 8:00pm Mauldin City Hall SIMPSONVILLE SINGS & SAFi TWILIGHT SERIES Thursday, June 18, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm By the Clock Tower UPSTATE SC SINGLES DANCE Friday, June 19, 2015 6:00pm 10:00pm 100 Park Dr Simpsonville, SC 29681 TWELFTH NIGHT Friday, June 19, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm Mauldin Cultural Center INTO THE WOODS Friday, June 19, 2015 7:30pm 9:00pm Younts Center for Performing Arts
SIMPSONVILLE FARMERS MARKET Saturday, June 20, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Simpsonville City Park
HHS VOLLEYBALL SUMMER CAMP Monday, June 22, 2015 10:30am 7:00pm Hillcrest High School
FOUNTAIN INN FARMERS MARKET Saturday, June 20, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Pavilion, 102 Depot St.
SIMPSONVILLE CITY COMMITTEE MEETINGS Tuesday, June 23, 2015 6:00pm 9:00pm Simpsonville City Hall
SOLID ROCK CELEBRATION HORSE SHOW Saturday, June 20, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Solid Rock Stables
SIMPSONVILLE SINGS & SAFi TWILIGHT SERIES Thursday, June 25, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm By the Clock Tower
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FOUNTAIN INN FARMERS MARKET Saturday, June 27, 2015 8:00am 12:00pm Pavilion, 102 Depot St.
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DARIUS RUCKER AT CHARTER AMPITHEATRE Thursday, July 2, 2015 7:00pm 11:00pm Charter Ampitheatre SIMPSONVILLE SINGS & SAFi TWILIGHT SERIES Thursday, July 2, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm By the Clock Tower A EVENING WITH DARRYL WORLEY Saturday, July 4, 2015 5:00pm 10:00pm Charter Ampitheatre MAULDIN STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS Monday, July 6, 2015 6:00pm 7:00pm Mauldin City Hall SIMPSONVILLE SINGS & SAFi TWILIGHT SERIES Thursday, July 16, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm By the Clock Tower
SIMPSONVILLE SINGS & SAFi TWILIGHT SERIES Thursday, July 23, 2015 7:00pm 9:00pm By the Clock Tower HISTORIC CHARLESTON TOUR - FOUNTAIN INN MUSEUM Saturday, July 25, 2015 7:00am 10:00pm CUSTOMER APPRECIATION DAY - SALUDA RIVER PET SUPPLY Saturday, July 25, 2015 11:00am 3:00pm 902 South St Simpsonville, SC 29681 UPSTATE SC SINGLES DANCE Friday, July 31, 2015 6:00pm 10:00pm 100 Park Dr Simpsonville, SC 29681
THE COMPLETE WORKS OF WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE Saturday, August 1, 2015 6:30pm 8:30pm Mauldin Cultural Center Ampitheater
INCOMING FRESHMAN: WOODMONT WILDCAT TRAINING DAY Saturday, August 15, 2015 8:00am 12:30pm
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT MAULDIN Tuesday, August 4, 2015 5:30pm 7:30pm Mauldin City Hall NATIONAL NIGHT OUT SIMPSONVILLE Tuesday, August 4, 2015 5:30pm 7:30pm Simpsonville City Park HHS VOLLEYBALL GOLF TOURNAMENT Friday, August 7, 2015 11:30am 4:30pm Willow Creek Golf Course RELAY FOR LIFE OF THE GOLDEN STRIP Friday, August 7, 2015 5:00pm 9:00pm Main Street Simpsonville, SC 29681 MOVIES IN THE PARK: BIG HERO 6 Thursday, August 13, 2015 7:30pm 11:30pm Heritage Park
UPSTATE SC SINGLES DANCE Friday, August 28, 2015 6:00pm 10:00pm 100 Park Dr Simpsonville, SC 29681 MAULDIN BBQ COOKOFF Fri, Sep 25, 2015 4:30pm Sat, Sep 26, 2015 8:30pm Mauldin Cultural Center UPSTATE SC SINGLES DANCE Friday, September 25, 2015 6:00pm 10:00pm 100 Park Dr Simpsonville, SC 29681 EDWIN MCCAIN AT THE MAULDIN CULTURAL CENTER Saturday, October 24, 2015 7:30pm 8:30pm Mauldin Cultural Center Ampitheater
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Helen Louise Crossley
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by a daughter, Martha Crossley, and three siblings.
Helen Louise Crossley, 87, of Greenville, widow of Arthur Furman Crossley Jr., died Saturday, June 6, 2015.
Visitation was held from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Monday, June 8, 2015, at the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd with the Funeral Service following.
Born in Greenville, she was a daughter of the late Lawton B. and Florence Helena Poole. Helen was a member of the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd. Surviving are four children, Sonny Crossley (Roxi), Jennie Joy, Helena Pitzer and Marty Crossley (Trish); ten grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren, and a sister, Marion Holford.
Memorials may be made to Open Arms Hospice, 1836 W. Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC 29680 or the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 1601 N. Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, SC 29609. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast.
Edward Thomas Ruch
Jessica Ruch-Dixon; a great grandson, Trenton Blake Peterson; and a daughter-in-law, Patricia Reaux.
Edward Thomas Ruch, 86, of Greenville, husband of the late Dorothy Ruch, died Wednesday, June 3, 2015.
The Funeral Mass was celebrated at 10:00AM on Tuesday, June 9, 2015 at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. Burial will be in Graceland East Memorial Park.
Born in Hamilton, NJ, he was the son of the late Edward and Anne Watchorn Ruch. Edward had been a spokesperson for the Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association. He was a member of St Mary Magdalene Catholic Church.
Memorials may be made to Guiding Eyes for the Blind, 611 Granite Springs Road, Yorktown Heights, NY 10598. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasmcafee.com.
Survivors include two grandchildren, Colleen Ruch and Kathryn Ruch;
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James G. Moore, Jr.
He was a member of Empire Masonic Lodge 213 AFM, 32nd Degree Scottish Rite Mason and Hejaz Shrine.
James G. Moore, Jr., 69, of Mauldin, husband since 1965 to Patricia Watkins Moore, died Thursday, June 4, 2015. Born in Greenville, he was the son of the late James Gordon Moore, Sr., and Ivory Dell Wilson Moore. James retired from the City of Mauldin Fire Department after 32 years of service, serving as Fire Chief for the last 23 years. For 12 years he was appointed by the Governor to the South Carolina Fire Commission where he served as Vice President. He was the Resident State Fire Marshall for 25 years responsible for enforcing fire and building codes. James was a Past President of the South Carolina Firefighters Association and maintained memberships in the South Carolina Fire Chiefs Association and the Greenville County Fire Chiefs Association. He was a 25 year member of National Fire Protection and International Fire Chiefs. James was a member of Laurel Baptist Church and the Mauldin Rotary Club.
Go with God Make up your mind you are going with God. Don’t let the devil’s influence draw you away. In scripture water is a symbol of the Holy Spirit. We are afraid to jump in the water of the Spirit of God. We should not be afraid of the Spirit and glory of God. The prodigal son got tired of sin and the way he was living, so he went back to the Father. Live for God in front of your children. Let them see the example. When you get saved(born again of the Spirit), get your purse or wallet saved too(dedicated to God). Then you can give to God’s work what he tells you to give. The Spirit is also symbolized by fire. In Elijah’s day he prayed, let the fire fall and it fell. I Kings 18:37 - 39 Elijah prayed: “Hear me, O Lord, hear me, that this people may know that thou art the Lord God, and that thou hast turned their heart back again. Verse 38 Then the fire of the Lord
Survivors, in addition to his wife, include one daughter, Melissa Brown, and husband James of Simpsonville; one sister, Carol Marshall, of Mauldin; and one nephew, Kevin Marshall, of Missoula, Montana. He was preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Phil Marshall, and a niece, Julia Elizabeth Marshall.
Colonel Richard Allen Brown
Visitation was held from 6:00 to 8:00PM on FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015, at Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel.
Colonel Richard Allen Brown, USAF Retired, 80, husband of Martina Millerick Flynn, died FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2015.
The Funeral Service was held at 10:30AM on Saturday, June 6, 2015, in the chapel of the funeral home.
Born in Des Moines, Iowa, he was the son of the late James Brown and Josephine Coggins Brown.
Burial followed in Greenville Memorial Gardens.
Richard earned Masters Degrees in Business and Meteorology. He assisted many young people through the twelve-step program for drug and alcohol abuse.
Memorials may be made to Laurel Baptist Church, 2331 Laurens Road, Greenville 29607. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasmcafee.com.
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Survivors, in addition to his wife, include two sons, James Brown of San Francisco and Kurt Brown
fell, and consumed the burnt sacrifice, and the wood, and the stones, and the dust, and licked up the water that was in the trench. Verse 39 And when all the people saw it, they fell on their faces and they said, The Lord, he is the God; the Lord, he is the God. There are strange doctrines and doctrines of the devil. We need to realize what comes from God and what comes from man. We need to tell people what we believe. We need to believe the truth of the bible. Romans 8:1 There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus who walk not after the flesh, but after the Spirit. Think about it. Just repent and ask the Lord Jesus Christ to save you - and he will. All you have to do is ask. He will change your life.
of Columbus, Ohio; a stepson, Michael Hughes of Simpsonville; two grandchildren, Logan and Joshua Brown; and two sisters, Carolyn Coggins of Laurens County and Kathryn Pigg of Virginia. He was preceded in death by two stepchildren, Shannon Carlson and W. Barry Hughes, Jr. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10:00AM on Friday, June 12, 2015, at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church. Burial will follow at M.J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.thomasmcafee.com. Thomas McAfee Funeral Home, Southeast Chapel
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AREA BEAUTY QUEENS HEAD TO COLUMBIA The five area contestants were honored at a “Send-off Party” on Saturday, June 7. The event was hosted by Mrs. Janice Curtis and held at the Fountain Inn History Museum. From the Miss South Carolina Pageant website: The 2015 Miss South Carolina and Miss South Carolina Teen Pageant promises to be a vibrant, colorful and exciting event. Each of the contestants compete in the preliminaries Tuesday, June 23 through Thursday, June 25, 2015. The final night of competition will held on Saturday, June 27, 2014. All competitions will be held once again at the Township Auditorium in Columbia, South Carolina.
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