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COVID surges in Beaufort
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ment,” Team Beaufort coach Ray Jones said. “She was competing against herself and she won. Couldn’t ask for anything else.” In the Snatch, Fattouh completed lifts of 88 and 93 kg before missing at 97kg. In the Clean & Jerk, she hit all three lifts at 112, 118 and 124 kg.
By Mike McCombs As COVID numbers continue to climb again across the state of South Carolina and the nation as a whole, Beaufort is right there in the middle of the surge. The statewide numbers reported Tuesday by the S.C. DHEC, reflecting Sunday’s data, indicate there were 1,651 positive new cases and 414 probable new cases statewide. The positive test rate was a staggering 19.7 percent, a number similar to those at the pandemic’s prior peak in January 2021. As of Sunday, Beaufort County’s seven-day average for new MORE cases was 88.7, COVERAGE a 91 percent in• S.C. DHEC recommends crease over a masks in week prior, when indoor school that number was settings. Page A6. just 46.3. Anoth• Masks are er week prior to back at MCAS that, the number Beaufort, was a paltry 11.6. Parris Island. Page A7. According to • Beaufort a heat map pubMemorial lished by S.C. reimposes visitor DHEC, as well as restrictions. a report by the Page A8. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Beaufort County is now officially a COVID “hotspot.” As of Monday afternoon, Beaufort Memorial Hospital had 23 COVID patients, including six in the ICU, all on ventilators. None of those hospitalized patients have been vaccinated. The Delta variant of the COVID-19 virus, in combination with an unmasked, nearly fully open economy and a reluctance of a large segment of the population to get vaccinated have formed a perfect storm. “A virus' job is to survive. Adapt, mutate, replicate, in order to survive,” Beaufort Memorial Hospital President and CEO Russell Baxley said Monday. “That is what his
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Beaufort’s C.J. Cummings finished ninth in the 73-kilogram weight class at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo. Photo by Stephen Galvan/International Weightlifting Federation.
Cummings places 9th
Weightlifter will begin training for World Championships By Mike McCombs It was a disappointing performance last week for Beaufort’s C.J. Cummings in his Olympic debut, but he’s taking in stride. The 21 year old finished ninth in the 73-kilogram weight class
Wednesday, July 28 at the 2020 Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo, making just two of six lifts for an overall total of 325 kg. “It was the first time for me being on this stage, and I learned from the experience,”
Cummings said Monday from Hawaii, where he is taking a break with his family. “I put a lot a lot of pressure on myself, but I realize it’s really just like any other competition.” Despite his struggles, Cum-
mings’ coach, Ray Jones, made sure everyone knew he was proud of his star pupil. “I AM ‘ALWAYS’ PROUD OF MY BOY,” Jones texted
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Yemassee’s Fattouh has career day
First female Olympic weightlifter for Lebanon breaks personal best
By Mike McCombs For Mahassen Hala Fattouh’s Team Beaufort teammate C.J. Cummings, a ninth-place finish in his Olympic debut, though
nothing to be ashamed of, was likely a disappointment. Conversely, for Fattouh, her Mahassen ninth-place finHala Fattouh ish Sunday in Tokyo was quite simply the best performance of her career. And on the biggest
stage. Fattouh, 31, completed five of six lifts in Group B of the Women’s 76-kilogram weight class to finish with a personal-record 217 kg total while becoming the first woman in history to compete in the Olympics in weightlifting for Lebanon. “I’m so proud of her. She’s trained her whole life for this mo-
County Planning Commission closing in on their part of Comp Plan
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BEAUFORT embers of the Beaufort County Planning Commission demonstrated Monday night they’ve been doing their homework – reading and pondering the 300-page “Envision Beaufort County,” aka the Comp Plan. The Commissioners took less than an hour of their regular monthly meeting to review the latest document designed to guide development through 2040. Drafted by the county planning staff and consultants DesignWorkShop, the document which is required by state law, has been in the proverbial works since March 2020 and been presented to at-least four in-person hearings plus a community session
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last month held by Councilmembers Paul Sommerville and York Glover. The latest draft addresses the major concerns raised in public comments – affordable housing, heirs property, protection of historic cemeteries, sand mining, public water supplies and equity of public resources, a point stressed by the
Lowcountry Equitable Land Trust and the Coastal Conservation League. The document will be reviewed one more time by the Commission before it goes to County Council for public hearing and three votes. And in the city of Beaufort, public meetings on its document are scheduled Aug. 10 and 12. So as a concerned citizen interested in the future of the county, you still have time to do that summer reading. Another example of officials with tied hands BEAUFORT – With the recent
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Workers on Monday try to stabilize the exterior wall of Deals on the Scott Street Extension in Downtown Beaufort. The wall buckled late last week forcing city officials to close the street in case the wall fell. Photo by Mike McCombs.
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Beaufort’s Pat Garrett, 81, enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps in Warren, Ohio in 1958. After Boot Camp at Parris Island and Infantry training, he entered the field of Aviation Supply. Not including schools, he moved 15 times during a career that spanned 39 years and saw him rise from boot enlistee to Colo-
PAL PETS OF THE WEEK Cat of the Week: January loves belly rubs. She came to use with her babies, and she has watched her babies find new homes. Her sweet face quickly melted the hearts of our staff and we hope it will work on her future family. She would love any type of family. She still plays mama to her kittens in her cat room. She is 2 years old, spayed, up to date on vaccines and microchipped.
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Remembering a brother
Back in May, I saw an article by Andy Kinghorn about the building of the original Harbor Island Bridge in 1939. Reading the article reminded me my older brother William worked on that earlier bridge as well and I felt moved to tell his story: One of the contractors working on that project had rented a second-floor apartment in our home on Ribaut Road. Of course, in the comings and goings, he met William who was a high school student at the time and old enough to drive. It was in the late spring or early summer, school was out and most of the young fellows were looking for a job so the contractor offered William one. As work began on the bridge, I think I am right in saying the first part was the causeway from the mainland to the river. After this, they were able to transport materials for the bridge to the river.
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Some of this was concrete, mixed on the mainland and ready for use. William was hired to drive a small tractor from the mainland area where the concrete was mixed, out the causeway to the work area where it was dumped for use. He would then return to the mainland for another load, back and forth all day long. All went well until two bolts holding the seat on the tractor began to irritate the driver and a boil developed. Poor William had to take off a few days until our mother could doctor the area and get him going again. This time, she also made him a nice pillow to protect him from those bolts. I’m not sure how long he kept at the job, which came first – the completed job or return to school! – Betty Logan Waskiewicz, Beaufort Note: William Logan was the younger brother of the late J.W.
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I very much enjoyed Scott Graber's excellent Op-Ed "We must acknowledge our past sins, and seek absolution" in your July 20 edition. It was well thought out, well written and probably the most sensible thing that I have seen written on the subject of "Critical Race Theory" by anyone. On the other hand the good Dr. Taub really does need to make an effort to get over Trump Derangement Syndrome, and move on with his life and his Op-Ed's. Maybe a trip back to Mexico, that was interesting. Thanks for a great little paper.
In his column in your July 22 issue, David Taub rightly criticized name-calling and character assassination as “the lowest form of debate.” But in his July 29 column, he labeled his political opponents “idiotic” and “reckless,” and pronounced them guilty of “terminal stupidity.” I can’t be the only reader who noticed this hypocrisy. Mr. Taub generally wouldn’t have much to write if it weren’t for his own continuous practice of character assassination, from one week to the next. Maybe the paper needs some
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Judge rules for County in billboard dispute Adams Outdoor Advertising found guilty of violating county code
From staff reports Judge Nancy Sadler on Friday, July 23, found defendants Bo Hodges and Adams Outdoor Advertising guilty of two violations of Beaufort County Community Development Code provisions 5.6.50(E) for failing to obtain proper approvals and engaging in prohibited restoration of signs that have become structurally unsound. “Adams Outdoor Advertising clearly violated Beaufort County Ordinance by choosing to rely on South Carolina DOT permits and failing to obtain the required Beaufort County permits and approvals,” Beaufort County Deputy Attorney Brittany Ward said in a release. The two billboards at issue are along Highway 21 near Stokes Brown Toyota. The existing supports were rotten and splitting and had been braced in previous repairs.
Beaufort County issued a stop work order on the billboards on April 12 and took a “citations code enforcement action” for violation of the ordinance, Beaufort County Administrator Eric Greenway told The Island News in May. The case was heard July 14. The county contended that Adams Outdoor Advertising, a privately held company which has been called the fourth largest out-ofhome advertising company in the United States, illegally built the signs by installing new support poles in new locations, in violation of the Ordinance which prohibits “replacement, rebuilding, ... or re-erection of a sign." Sentencing will be held at a later date. In May, Greenway said the county was also preparing for “a more protracted and longer legal battle” because of Adams Outdoor Advertis-
ing’s history of suing municipalities that impose restrictions on billboards. Adams sued the town of Mount Pleasant in 2020 after the town rejected the company’s requests to erect new digital billboards and convert traditional billboards to digital signs and has challenged billboard regulations in Virginia Beach, Va., and Madison, Wis. In addition to the modifications on current signs in Beaufort County, The Island News reported in May that Adams has applied for permits to convert 10 existing signs at locations throughout the county to illuminated digital signs. Beaufort County does not currently allow new billboards and does not allow internally illuminated signs. Original reporting on this story in the May 13 edition of The Island News was done by Mindy Lucas.
Adams Outdoor was recently found guilty of violating Beaufort County code for work conducted on two billboards, like the one seen here, along Highway 21 near Stokes Brown Toyota. Photo courtesy of Beaufort County.
PAL’s 12th annual online auction starts Thursday, Aug. 5
From staff reports Palmetto Animal League is giving people the power to rescue homeless pets during their most important fundraiser of the year. The Bid for PAL Online Auction begins at 8 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 5 and run through 8 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 8 at www.PALauction. org. “PAL’s online auction is a fun and impactful way for people to help animals and learn about local businesses that support animal rescue,”
PAL President Amy Campanini said in a release. People can bid on a variety of items and gift certificates from popular restaurants, shops, and service providers. Each item in the auction represents life-saving support for PAL’s compassionate, no kill rescue programs. “When you go online to browse and bid on the wonderful items featured in our online catalog, you are saving an animal just as sure as
if you were wrapping your arms around them yourself,” Campanini said. “Your participation in this fundraiser means life for a pet waiting for rescue.” Bid for PAL showcases
some of the most sought-after products and services our area has to offer. With just the click of a few keys, folks can find themselves golfing in Bluffton, dining in Beaufort, wine tasting in Hilton Head, or staying overnight in Savannah. “After the auction, you can pick up the items you win at PAL and visit with the adoptable animals you are helping,” PAL Development Coordinator Stephanie Bashaw said.
From golf rounds at renowned clubs to restaurant certificates, relaxing getaways, clothing, jewelry, home decor and more, PAL’s online Auction has something for everyone. “If you don’t want to shop for yourself but still want to help, you can bid on essential equipment for the PAL Adoption Center that will help animals for years to come,” Bashaw said. “We also offer animal sponsorships where you can sponsor
a special needs pet, a hospice pet, or even a freedom flight saving dozens of animals at once!” The auction also allows community members to see which big-hearted Lowcountry businesses support PAL. “We love that bidders get to see the small businesses that are supporting animal rescue, even while times are tough, so they can feel good about patronizing these companies in the future,” Bashaw said.
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Beaufort’s Sharp sworn in as SC Bar President
From staff reports Beaufort attorney Mary E. Sharp took office as President of the South Carolina Bar on May 6. An experienced litigator and certified mediator, Sharp founded Sharp Law Firm, LLC, in March 2017. Judge Stephanie McDonald of the S.C. Court of Appeals swore Sharp in during a virtual annual meeting of Bar members. “I am proud to have the opportunity to serve my fellow lawyers and state in this
new capacity,” Sharp said in a release. “Our profession includes so many dedicated probMary E. lem solvers Sharp committed to making a difference in South Carolina, and I look forward to working with these leaders to improve the profession, our communities and access to justice.” Sharp has a strong history of advocating for the role of wom-
en in the legal profession and is a past president of both the National Conference of Women’s Bar Associations (NCWBA) and the S.C. Women Lawyers Association (SCWLA). Sharp was honored by SCWLA with its annual Jean Galloway Bissell Award, in 2019. In her law practice, Sharp represents clients in trial and appellate proceedings, in civil matters including those involving personal injury, business litigation, construction litigation, and insurance coverage.
She has served on the S.C. Bar Board of Governors since 2014 and is also a past president of the Charleston Chapter of the American Board of Trial Advocates. Sharp previously served as NCWBA’s liaison to the American Bar Association’s Commission on Women in the Profession and on the Board of Directors of the S.C. Bar Foundation. In addition to serving the legal profession, Sharp is also active in the Lowcountry community. She currently serves on the advisory board
of the Penn Center and is a past president of the Board of Lowcountry Legal Volunteers and the Board of Friends of Caroline Hospice. She received her juris doctorate from the Wake Forest University School of Law in 1993 and a B.A. in business administration from North Carolina State University in 1990. Other executive officers inducted for 2021-2022 were Hagood Tighe of Columbia, president elect; Rusty Infinger of Greenville, treasurer; Shahee-
na Bennett of Moncks Corner, secretary; Christopher Koon of Columbia, House of Delegates chair; and Roy Laney of Columbia, immediate past president. The South Carolina Bar is a statewide organization dedicated to improving the legal profession, the law and the administration of justice for all South Carolinians. It serves more than 17,000 lawyer members and provides resources to educators and citizens of the Palmetto State. Learn more at www.scbar.org.
Beaufort History Museum opens Santa Elena exhibit Product is a collaboration with Hilton Head Island’s Coastal Discovery Museum
From staff reports An exhibition on Santa Elena, the earliest European settlement in what is now Beaufort County, opened to the public last week at the Beaufort History Museum. Although not permanent, Bill Skipper, the Museum’s Board Secretary, says that it will be there for a while, and that the Board hopes there will be an eventual long-term placement. First occupied by the French with the establishment of Charlesfort in 1562 and later by the Spanish with the settlement called Santa Elena in 1566. Although now a buried archaeological site, the location on Parris Island was once home to the first European capital in North America. The museum’s current Santa Elena Exhibit was created by the Santa Elena History Center, which was housed in the historic courthouse building on Beaufort’s Bay Street before it closed in 2020. The Coastal Discovery Museum
Bill Skipper the Beaufort History Museum’s Board of Directors works alongside Rex Garniewicz and Elizabeth Greenberg from the Coastal Discovery Museum to get all the panels installed in the new Santa Elena exhibit. Photo courtesy of the Beaufort History Museum. acquired all of the content from the Santa Elena History Center and is working on building a new museum on
Hilton Head Island to tell this fascinating story. Until that opens, the Beaufort History Museum is the only place to
learn about this important story. According to the Coastal Discovery Museum President,
Even before the exhibition was completed, visitors began to walk through, reading the panels and learning about the area’s fascinating past. Photo courtesy of the Coastal Discovery Museum. Rex Garniewicz, “This collaboration between the Beaufort History Museum and Coastal Discovery is important to help
tell this story of the founding of our Country. Many people don’t know the significance of this place, and how much happened right here in Beaufort County. We are pleased that the Beaufort History Museum is helping tell this story as we work to finish building our new museum on Hilton Head. We also hope this collaboration continues and that we can both work together to continue to tell this story to both local residents and visitors. The exhibit is open to the public in the old Arsenal Building at 713 Craven Street in Beaufort during the Beaufort History Museum’s regular hours, usually Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 3 or 4 p.m., depending on the day. For more information about the Santa Elena Exhibition contact Elizabeth Greenberg at egreenberg@coastaldiscovery.org. For more information about the Beaufort History Museum, contact Bill Skipper at bill.skipper@yahoo.com.
First public session for City Comp Plan moved to Aug. 10
From staff reports The City of Beaufort has rescheduled its first public session to review the working draft of the City’s 2021 Comprehensive Plan to Aug. 10, instead of Aug. 5. Sessions also will be held on Thursday, Aug. 12. Members of the public will
be required to wear masks to attend these meeting, which will be held at City Hall. City Planning staff will be available to explain various elements of the Comprehensive Plan and answer questions. Members of the public are encouraged to submit
comments about the plan either electronically or on paper at these sessions. The sessions, which will be held at City Hall, are: • 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10; • and 2-4 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12. The working draft of the
Penn Center hosting back-to-school event to help with uniforms, school supplies From staff reports Penn Center is hosting a Welcome Back to School Family/Community Event from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 15 at the entrance to Penn Center. The event will offer a giveaway of school supplies and uniforms for students attending St. Helena, Lady’s Island and Coosa elementary schools. “In the area and schools Penn Center’s Welcome Back to School event is serving, many of the families cannot afford the cost for buying the mandated and necessary school supplies,” Director of Education for Penn Center Tonya Jenkins Allen said in a release. “It is an honor and part of Penn Center’s mission to give back to the community by way of presenting this event.” “When we focus on the cost for school supplies and uniforms for students, the concept of free education for all students falls by the wayside,” Penn Center Administrator Charlene Spearen said. “For it is clearly is evident that pro-
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Senior Planner Dan Frazier at dfrazier@cityofbeaufort.org. The working draft of the Comprehensive Plan can be found at https://bit.ly/37gVoyq, with each section its own PDF. The sections include population, economic development, natural resources, cultural re-
sources, community facilities, housing, land use, transportation, and resiliency. The Comprehensive Plan guides all planning, zoning-, and development-related decisions. Public comment via electronic means will be closed on Aug. 20.
FAMILY COMMUNITY EVENT
Students of St. Helena Elementary, Lady’s Island Elementary, and Coosa Elementary Schools
WANT TO GO? What: Penn Center’s Back to School Giveaway: Family Community Initiative When: 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 15
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Where: Penn Center, Inc., 16 Penn Circle West, St. Helena Island
viding education for our children is not free.” The event will also feature resource speakers and graband-go meals. Donations to this initiative are still being accepted, and drop-offs of either school supplies or uniforms take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays through Aug. 12. The location for dropoffs is the S.C. Coastal Community Development Corporation Building (SCDC), 10 DeGullah Way (Behind Gullah Grub Restaurant), St. Helena Island. For more information, contact Spearen at 843-838-2432; Jenkins at 843-812-5519; Barbara Gardner Hunter at 347497-9326; or Sara Reynolds Green at 843-473-0477.
2021 Comprehensive Plan has been shared with City Council, the Metropolitan Planning Commission and area stakeholders. The City’s Planning staff is asking for feedback and comment as it continues to refine the plan. Input and feedback should be emailed to
LOCATION Penn Center National Landmark District 16 Penn Center Circle - West St. Helena Island , SC 29920
Please bring school ID (if available) • School Supplies Give Away (until items run out) Uniforms: Khaki/Navy Blue / Black Bottoms (various sizes) Red, White, Navy, Hunter Green, Gold, Yellow Polo Tops (various sizes) • Guest Speakers • Informational Resources (presenters must bring their own table) • Refreshments/Grab and Go Meal •
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The Old Hunting Island Light Station. Photo courtesy of Friends of Hunting Island.
Saturday is National Lighthouse Day By Theodore Panayotoff
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n August 7, 1789, President George Washington signed into law the ninth act passed by the very first Congress of the United States of America. The Public Works Act brought the lighthouses of the new country, then about a dozen, under Federal control and established what became known as the U.S. Lighthouse Service. This organization of dedicated Federal workers devoted their lives and those of their families to the safety of mariners along the nation’s coasts, bays, harbors, and rivers. Before railways and usable roads, the entire nation’s economy depended on moving goods and people by water safely and efficiently, day and night. Lighthouses were the key. Like our Hunting Island Lighthouse here in Beaufort County, many today are listed on the National Register of Historic Places and represent the height of the engineering technology of the day. It was the end of the 20th century before all US light-
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from page A1 The Island News immediately following the competition. “With struggles in sport, as in life, they give you the chance to demonstrate your true inner strength and character.” Cummings definitely struggled in the Snatch, making just his second attempt at 145 kg, which was initially ruled “no lift” before an appeal to
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from page A1 upswing in Delta variant COVID cases has come the mask debate. As we all cross our fingers and hope we don’t have to go back to mandatory masking, school districts across South Carolina already have their marching orders from Columbia – there will be no mandatory masking when classes begin later this month. This directive happens to be, strangely enough, tacked into the state budget which was passed by the Legislature when it went back into special session on June 9 … to deal with the budget. The directive was approved … not so strangely … primarily along
ABOUT THE HUNTING ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE
Theodore Gaillard, the last Principal Keeper at Hunting Island Light Station, and his wife Ellen Gaillard. Photo courtesy of Friends of Hunting Island.
The historic lighthouse at Hunting Island State Park is the only publicly accessible lighthouse in South Carolina. The original structure was built in 1859 and rebuilt in 1875 after it was destroyed during the Civil War. A unique feature of the lighthouse is that it was constructed of interchangeable cast-iron sections so it could be dismantled should it ever need to be moved. Severe beach erosion made it necessary to relocate the lighthouse 1.3 miles inland in 1889. The lighthouse was closed for repairs in May 2003 when cracks were discovered in several of its cast-iron steps. In a renovation that spanned more than 18 months, construction crews not only repaired the cracks, but installed steel braces beneath them for reinforcement. Left unpainted, the silvergray braces stand out in sharp contrast to the black cast-iron stairs. The contrast helps distinguish between the original structure and modern improvements, which protect the lighthouse’s historic integrity. For an admission of $2, visitors can climb the 167 steps and walk around the observation deck for a lofty view of the barrier island and surrounding seascape. Visit https:// southcarolinaparks.com/hunting-island/lighthouse for visitation rules and reservation procedures. – S.C. Department of Parks, Recreation & Tourism
houses were automated and all the keepers withdrawn. For more than 200 years, keepers and their families staffed U.S. lighthouses. Some were single family stations and others had two, three or more families, often in very remote locations, many miles, even days from the nearest town. Hunting Island Light Station, which had three families
stationed here, was a day’s travel from Beaufort, making medical emergencies, educating the children, obtaining supplies and mail difficult. The tender (supply vessel) from Charleston visited the station only about once a quarter. On Saturday, August 7,
2021, we celebrate National Lighthouse Day and honor those dedicated and brave keepers and families that served all of us for more than 200 years.
the jury of judges. That put him last place in Group A headed into the Clean & Jerk. After a solid lift at 180 kg, Cummings was forced into two much heavier lifts at 190 and 198 kg in an effort to stay in medal contention. The latter would have been an Olympic record in the Clean & Jerk. China’s Zhiyong Shi later made the same lift giving him the Olympic record, the gold medal and a new world record with an overall total of 364 kg. Shi, who won in dominating
fashion, also set the Olympic record in the Snatch at 366 kg. Julio Ruben Mayora Pernia of Venezuela won silver (346), and Indonesia’s Rahmat Erwin Abdullah claimed bronze (342) out of the B group. Cummings’ family and friends watched, along with fans and members of the local media, at Carolina Sportscare and Physical Therapy in Beaufort. There was a second watch party at The Foundry where Cummings trains with Jones.
Cummings said he didn’t get to see much of Japan at all – the Olympic village, the training facility, the dining hall, “that’s it. But the village was pretty unique, and I got to see the other countries and their athletes.” Members of Cummings’ family traveled to Hawaii to greet the Beaufort High School graduate as he returned from Tokyo. Cummings will head to Colorado next week for a USA Weightlifting function before a se-
rious return to training afterward. “I’ll just probably get back to the routine – basics, technique and build from there,” Cummings said. “The World Championships are in November.” Cummings said when he returns – hopefully – to the Olympics in 2024 in Paris, he’ll know better what to expect. “I just have to keep everything in perspective,” Cummings said. “I’ve been here
before.” “The next step is to step back and process,” Jones said. “C.J. wanted and expected more of himself, and we all know he can do so much more. He’s relatively young as most lifters peak around 27. This is a defining moment for him, and he gets to choose what he makes of it.”
partisan lines. The budget add-on which says school boards cannot mandate masks may leave some room for interpretation according to Democratic opponents of the bill. But that would mean going to court, spending dollars on lawyers which could be better spent on children’s’ education. And the state school officials’ response: their hands are tied.
21 without county approval. The county’s 20-plus-yearold sign ordinance prohibits new billboards and requires removal of signs that considered dilapidated. At the time of its passage, the ordinance allowed existing billboards to be “grandfathered” with the intent they all eventually go away with deterioration. Attorneys for the advertising company argued they had state Department of Transportation approval for the repair work. Adams has also approached the county about the installation of 10 digital billboards, similar to the ones on the west side of S.C. 170 in the Okatie area. The west side of the road is Jasper County, which does not prohibit the signs as Beaufort County’s ordinance currently does.
The County Council is in the process of updating its sign ordinance to specifically restrict digital signs but Adams Outdoor Advertising has sued local governments, including the town of Mt. Pleasant, challenging that prohibition. The company has not indicated whether it will appeal the latest ruling.
Deals clothing store, owned and operated by Connie Kling for the past 32 years, is in the process of closing, but the shoppers looking for a last-minute sales bargain apparently were not to blame. Reportedly, it’s not a structural issue on the circa 1910 building owned by Graham Trask. It was another Traskowned structure in the 200 block of Carteret Street, behind what was Fordham Hardware, where the roof partially collapsed in March as the building was being renovated. Ironically, it’s concern about the structural impact on these historic buildings that has many residents worried about the potential impact of the massive new buildings proposed by Dick Stewart and 303 Associates – you know,
the parking garage, three-story apartment building on Charles and a new hotel on Scott Street.
Score one for the County in the billboard battles BEAUFORT – A recent ruling in magistrate’s court is one sign Beaufort County takes its’ billboards seriously. Judge Nancy Sadler ruled last week that Adams Outdoor Advertising had erred in making repairs to two existing billboards along S.C.
Theodore Panayotoff is the Lighthouse Director for The Friends of Hunting Island.
And the walls came tumbling down BEAUFORT – Luckily, the walls did NOT come tumbling down at 724 Bay Street last week, but they did bulge. Bystanders noticed a slight bulge in the brick veneer of the exterior wall on the Scott Street Extension Friday afternoon, prompting the city to close the street next to Hearth restaurant.
Hunting Island Lighthouse. Photo by Bob Sofaly.
Mike McCombs is the editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
Corrections The July 22 column reference to Henry Robert’s RULES OF ORDER prompted two comments for correction. One, it’s “Robert”, not with an “s” and two, the military commander was not born in Jasper but the Beaufort District, which included what we now know as Jasper County. Thank you to the historians who read. Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editorial assistant/columnist with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonian (Lumberton, N.C.). She can be reached at bftbay@gmail.com. AUGUST 5–11, 2021
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SC DHEC recommends masks indoors in schools Guidance also encourages access to vaccines for ‘staff, students, families’
From staff reports The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) has issued its COVID-19 interim guidance for K-12 schools as students, teachers, parents, and staff all prepare for the 2021-2022 school year. DHEC’s interim guidance includes recommendations that reflect the latest COVID-19 trends and is meant to protect everyone who plays a role in South Carolina’s students receiving a quality education safely. It
From staff reports The County announced Wednesday, July 28 that the new decal program at County Convenience Centers had saved taxpayers $290,000 over the last six months. Full implementation of the decal program will be on November 1. “The decal program has done what it was designed to do, stop illegal dumping by contractors and citizens from outside the County,” Beaufort County Solid Waste and Recycling Director Cin-
is important to note that this guidance may change as the situation evolves. The full school guidance is available at https://bit. ly/2Vonhm3. Here are some of the key points: • Schools are strongly encouraged to work with local public health officials and healthcare facilities and professionals to provide factual information and education about COVID-19 vaccination and to increase access to COVID-19 vaccines by coordinating
If you have wanted to become a certified barbeque judge, a training seminar has been set for Saturday, Aug. 7, in Columbia. The training, sponsored by the S.C. Barbeque Association,
dy Carter said in a release. Almost 50,000 properties have registered for the new Convenience Center decal system, which began in October 2020. Residents without decals will be notified by Convenience Center staff that the decal is required by November 1. Citizens using the recycling bins do not need a decal. “Many have found the program to be easy and efficient. You can sign up online, and you are issued a sticker decal and a digital decal that
will be held starting at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church at 1715 Bull Street in Columbia. The cost to attend is $50 per person and includes lunch prepared by one of our SCBA Pitmasters. You must be a current member of the SCBA in order to attend. An individual membership is $45 and $60 for a family membership.
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problem with the information received on the original application. For inquiries about the status of a decal application, please go to https://bit.ly/3ynElqB. Reminders for the new decal system: • Visits will be limited to three per week per address (Sunday-Saturday). • Renters of single-family homes should request the decal from property owners. • Citizens who rent from large apartment complex-
es will use the trash service provided by the complex; for large items, they should go to the landfill. • Commercial properties are not eligible for a decal. • Commercial business owners are not eligible for a decal. • County residents who choose not to apply for a decal can make arrangements for an individual from a permitted waste hauler of their choice and at their own expense.
To join the SCBA and register for the upcoming seminar, please visit the events calendar at scbarbeque.com.
to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 25. Local chefs, restaurants and food trucks will prepare German-inspired dishes such as brats, pretzels and American food favorites which can be washed down with a variety of craft, imported and domestic beers. Live musical acts include The Rhinelanders who will
perform from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Rhinelanders specialize in fun, German-inspired music, beer drinking songs, the Alp horn (Ricola music) and ballroom dance tunes. Traveling from Nashville to perform from 2:30 to 5 p.m. is the Dark Waters Project. The band plays what they like to call “Darkgrass,” a blend of
multiple genres influenced by bluegrass and alternative rock. The event takes place on Paris Avenue in the heart of the Old Village of Port Royal. Admission is free. No pets. For full details on getting involved in the event as a sponsor, volunteer, attendee or as a vendor, visit www.portroyalova.com.
OktoPRfest returning Sept. 25
All are invited to the Town of Port Royal's annual OktoPRfest celebration from 11 a.m
Open to the public everyday during daylight hours, located on Paris Ave. Free. Experience the wonders of the wetlands as you stroll the boardwalk and visit the rookery. This is a working organic laboratory and stormwater system for the benefit of all. A photographer’s paradise with nesting birds, alligators, turtles, etc. For more information visit www.friendsofportroyalcypresswetlands.org , Facebook at FriendsofPRCypressWetlands, or on Instagram at friendsofprcypresswetlands.
The Historic Port Royal Museum
Street Music on Paris Avenue
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. or upon request, Thursdays through Sundays, The Historic Port Royal Museum, 1634 Paris Ave. The museum features the turn-of-the-century businesses and industries of Port Royal: Shrimping, crabbing, oystering, the railroad, the school and the mercantile. Great gifts featuring local artists are available. For more information. visit www.portroyalhistory.org, email unionchurch1004@gmail.com or call 843-524-4333.
Ancestor of the Land – Rufus Daniel Mitchell
11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursdays through Saturdays, Beaufort Arts Council Exhibition Hall, Mather School Museum, Technical College of the Lowcountry, 921 Ribault Road, Building 1. A Tribute by Bernice Mitchel Tate, Andy Tate and Dr. Derek Mitchell Tate to the Beaufort County Rural Black Farmer. An authentic Beaufort County, S.C. Gullah Cultural Heritage photographic, visual art, digital art, material culture exhibition and instillation experience celebrating the life and times of Rufus Daniel Mitchell (1913-1987), his family and the historic Sheldon farming community.
Port Royal Farmers Market
9 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, year round, 1615 Ribaut Road, Port Royal. Rain or shine. For more information, visit http://www.portroyalfarmersmarket.com/, visit @portroyalfarmersmarket on Facebook or call 843-295-0058.
Evolve Furniture Studio grand opening
5 to 8 p.m., Friday, Aug. 6, 1010 Middleton Street, Beaufort. Off Depot Road, near Spanish Moss Trail. Follow gravel road between
and get vaccinated if they haven’t already done so. The last thing we want is for COVID-19 to spread through our schools causing avoidable illness. Our students and educators deserve the right to learn and teach in a safe, healthy environment, and vaccinations will make that possible. The use of masks and other precautions recommended in our guidance will also help ensure a safe, healthy environment in our schools especially with the emergence of the Delta variant.”
od in 2020. Beaufort County also saw a 6 percent decrease in disposal costs amounting to a savings of $160,000. Disposal costs are what the County pays for all garbage collected by waste management companies to dump at Oakwood Landfill in Ridgeland. Citizens who have not applied for a decal can submit their information using the online form at https://bit. ly/3xmF35W. If they have applied for a decal and have not received it, there is a
two metal buildings and through gate. Parking is next to loading dock. Grand opening/ ribbon cutting at 5 p.m., cocktail reception with light bites and studio tours to follow. Evolve specializes in 18th-century antique restoration and reproduction, as well as David J. Lunin’s surreal adaptations of traditional furniture. Visitors will see Lunin’s workspace, a showroom filled with original designs and his DaVinci-inspired wood lathe. For more information, visit evolvefurniturestudio.com.
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public transportation per federal CDC Order regardless of the mask policy at school or the individual’s vaccination status; school systems should take appropriate steps to ensure compliance with this requirement by students, staff, and others. “Our first priority is the safety of our children and teachers,” DHEC Director Dr. Edward Simmer said. “That is why, above all else, we’re urging all eligible South Carolinians to roll up their sleeves
can be used on your phone or printed,” Carter said. “Our team has been working tirelessly to help citizens that are having trouble registering and did specific outreach to heirs property owners." From January 2021 through June, the County saw a 30 percent drop in volume at the Convenience Centers. Fifteen hundred fewer containers were pulled from the centers. The decline in illegal dumping produced a savings of $290,000 compared to the same time peri-
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dated per the S.C. General Assembly but is providing the following guidance for teachers, staff, and parents. • At least three feet of distance between each student should be maintained to the greatest extent possible. • Case investigation and contact tracing are critical strategies to identify and isolate cases and test and quarantine close contacts to reduce transmission. • Mask use is required on school buses and other
County: Decal program working well
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BBQ judges training event set for Saturday
vaccine clinics for staff, students, and families who wish to be vaccinated. • DHEC strongly recommends mask use for all people when indoors in school settings, especially when physical distancing is not possible. Children younger than 2 years old, anyone who has trouble breathing, or anyone unable to remove the face covering without assistance should not wear a mask. DHEC recognizes mask use cannot be man-
6 p.m., between 9th and 10th streets on Paris Avenue, downtown Port Royal. Free and open to the public. Bring you own chairs. Schedule: Saturday, Aug. 7 – Randall Bramblett; Saturday, Aug. 21 – Katie Henry; Saturday, Sept. 4 – Wayne Baker Brooks; Saturday, Sept. 18 – Big Al & The Heavyweights.
Maye River Quilters Guild meeting
10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 7 via Zoom. To get a link for the meeting, visit mayeriverquiltguild.com. For more information, call 843530-1244.
Beaufort SC Drum Circle
5 p.m., Monday, Aug. 9, Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park Pavilion. All are invited to share some good vibes with the Beaufort SC Drum Circle. Everyone is welcome to attend this family-friendly event. No experience is necessary. Rain or Shine. Please bring a chair, a friend, and maybe an extra drum or hand percussion instrument if you have one to share. For questions or to join our mailing list, email us at beaufortscdrumcircle@gmail. com or contact us on our Facebook page "Beaufort SC Drum Circle" or call Samuel Jones at 843-812-0032.
Lady’s Island Business Professional Association meeting
8 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 10, Beaufort Realtors’ Association Headquarters, 22 Kemmerlin Lane, Lady’s Island. State Senator Tom Davis will be the featured speaker for the August meeting. The public is welcome to stop by for coffee and conversation.
Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club August meeting
7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. Social begins at 6:30 p.m. Guests are welcome. Reservations are not needed. The topic is Spanish Mackerel. Captain Adam Sauernborn of Tide Ryder Charters and Captain Frank Gibson will discuss live baiting verses planers and spoons. This will include inshore and close by offshore locations, rods and reels, and bait of choice. Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply, Butler Marine, and Adams Marine Seminars again are drawing sponsors. Weigh in your favorite catch at the Port Royal Landing Marina – Safe Harbor – during regular hours. John Anderson won the monthly $50 drawing for June. Winners must be present at the next month’s meeting to receive the cash award. For additional information, contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-522-2122 or email fgibson@islc.net.
CPR re-certification
8 a.m to 12:30 p.m., Saturdays, Aug. 14, Sept. 25, Nov. 13, at the Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal, offers CPR. Cost is $25 for YMCA certified course. Those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Contact William Howell, Aquatics Director, 843-522-9622. To register visit the Y front desk or online at beaufort-jasperymca. org and click ‘Register for a Program’ at the top of the page.
Northern Beaufort County Democratic Club fundraiser
6 to 9 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 18 at the Port Royal Beer Garden across from The Sands Beach. Advance tickets are $15, while a few tickets will be available at the door for $20 each. Musical entertainment will be provided by Debbie McDaniel and Mark Flasch. David Taub, a former Mayor of Beaufort and the former Beaufort County Democratic Chair, will be the guest speaker. You can pay in advance by credit card or PayPal at https://bit.ly/3xXW08c, or, if you prefer to pay by check, do so as soon as possible by mailing it to to NOB Dems, P.O. Box 690, Beaufort, S.C. 29901 and drop us a line at nobdems@gmail.com to let us know to look for your check. If you pay in advance, bring digital proof of payment.
LIVE After 5
5 to 8 p.m., every third Thursday each month, downtown Beaufort. Recurring monthly party with live music, local artists, late night shopping and drink and food specials. Rain or shine. Free entertainment, sponsored by Activate Beaufort. Entertainment schedule: Thursday, Aug, 19 – TD Hicks; Thursday, Sept. 16 – Wayne Graberbauer; Thursday, Oct. 21 – Alan Price; Thursday, Nov. 18 – Nick Poulin.
CPR training
8 a.m to 12:30 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 21, Sept. 18, Oct. 16, Nov. 20, Dec. 11, at the Wardle Family YMCA, 1801 Richmond Ave., Port Royal, offers CPR. Cost is $35 for YMCA certified course. Those interested need to register at the Y as space is limited and filled on a first come, first serve basis. Questions? Contact William Howell, Aquatics Director, 843-5229622. To register visit the Y front desk or online at beaufort-jasperymca.org and click ‘Register for a Program’ at the top of the page.
29th Annual Beaufort County Youth Conference
10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25, virtually on Zoom. This years theme: "This Is America. Quest for the Best." Planned by teens for teens, the conference includes workshops, entertainment, door prizes and T-shirts will be available for middle and high school participants. Contact Carrie Major at 843-812-4399 or Janie W. Brown at 843-5920013 for more information. Register on the Beaufort County Youth Conference Facebook page.
Lowcountry boil to benefit Lowcountry Legal Volunteers
5 to 8 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 25., Community Beer Garden at The Sands in Port Royal. A Lowcountry boil featuring live music will support a local nonprofit that provides free legal representation to those in need. Tickets are $50 and include all-you-can eat Lowcountry boil catered by Sea Eagle Market and live music provided by The Cluster Shucks, a Beaufort-based bluegrass-rock band comprised of Jason Ward, Ben Coppage and Worth Liipfert. Lowcountry Legal Volunteers are located at 108 Traders Cross in Okatie. To learn more about Lowcountry Legal Volunteers or to buy a ticket, visit lowcountrylegalvolunteers.org. Sponsorships for the Lowcountry boil are still available by calling 843-815-1570 or by emailing Beverly Bauman at beverly@lclv.org.
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T Beaufort Republican Women’s Club President Elaine Gantt, right, is pictured with Abigail Snyder on Saturday, July 24 at the Beaufort Water Festival Parade. Snyder, who helped to pass out cases of cold water to parade participants and some parade watchers, as well, is the recipient of the Beaufort County Republican Scholarship to Hillsdale College. Submitted photo.
Masks are back at MCAS Beaufort, Parris Island
From staff reports As a result of an updated mask guidance for all Department of Defense Installations issued by the Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks on July 28, masks are once again required in indoor settings aboard MCAS Beaufort and MCRD Parris Island. Both installations made the changes known via their offi-
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particular bug has done, continued to mutate and infect. Both that and letting our guard down has played into the spread of the Delta variant and thus a surge in cases. Low vaccination rates play a big role as well.” According to Baxley, the hospital's ability to function properly has not been affected and he doesn’t believe it will be affected in the future. He says the hospital is prepared to receive more COVID-19 patients. “The last year and a half has taught us a lot, we feel well prepared in terms of PPE, additional ventilators, and COVID-19 treatment protocols,” Baxley said. “Right now the situation is manageable, but not what we want, and we do not want it to get worse. We do not want history to repeat itself. The best thing people can do right now is get vaccinated if they are not and follow CDC guidance as it is updated.” Return of the mask? While his COVID-19 State of Emergency was in effect, S.C. Governor Henry McMaster’s executive order prohibited local governments from enacting their own mandatory mask rules or mandates. However, the State of Emergency expired in June, and local governments could move toward reinstating such rules to help stop COVID’s spread. Earlier this week, Beaufort County Council Chair Joe Passiment reportedly told
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from page A1 The 124 kg Clean & Jerk was a personal record, and she broke her overall personal record by 5 kg with her 217 kg total. “I just want to have fun, so if I can make lifts and hopefully hit
cial Facebook pages. “In areas of substantial or high community transmission, DoD requires all Service members, Federal employees, onsite contractor employees and visitors, regardless of vaccination status, to wear a mask in an indoor setting in installations and other facilities owned, leased or otherwise controlled by DoD,” the
memorandum reads. “Service members, Federal employees, onsite contractor employees, and visitors who are not fully vaccinated also need to continue to physically distance consistent with applicable CDC ad DoD Force Health Protection guidance.”
The Island Packet he would support a countywide mask mandate if the council again brought up the issue. Just a few days ago, City of Beaufort Mayor Stephen Murray didn’t endorse a local mask requirement, but still indicated it could be a possibility. “As the numbers rise, those are the conversations us in leadership are having,” Murray said. “In the meantime, I’m encouraging people to go get their vaccines. If people don’t want additional restrictions and the don’t want masks, now is the time to go get vaccinated. If numbers continue to increase, all options are back on the table.” On Thursday July 29, the City of Beaufort sent out a release encouraging citizens to get vaccinated and recommending that both customers and employees of retail locations and other businesses open to the public wear masks when inside a building. The City also announced a requirement that any visitors to City facilities, including City Hall, wear masks and follow social distancing guidelines. These were to begin Monday, Aug. 2. Like Murray, Baxley hopes Beaufort can avoid returning to mask mandates and emphasizes the importance of getting vaccinated. “… Mask mandates mean we have regressed back to the worst of it,” Baxley said. “That said, BMH continues to enforce universal masking at its facilities and we believe that everyone should use good judgment, whether vaccinated or unvaccinated, and mask when appropriate, following
CDC guidance.” Even if local leaders decide it’s necessary to return to masking, the wild-card is McMaster. The Governor could take action at some point, and that may frame or limit what individual counties or cities do. For comparison’s sake, New York City just mandated that proof of vaccination is now required to dine indoors or use a gym. Conversely, in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott just signed a bill prohibiting businesses from requiring proof of vaccination to do business.
a personal record that day, then I would be more than happy,” Fattouh said last month. Ecuador’s Neisi Patricia Dajomes Barrera won the gold medal with a 263 kg total, but American Katie Nye made big news. Nye’s total of 249 kg was good enough for silver, the first Olympic medal by an American weightlifter since the 1984 Summer Games in
Los Angeles. Mexico’s Aremi Fueltes Zuvala lifted a total of 245 kg to win the bronze medal. After the Olympics, Fattouh will fly with her husband Ryan Paiva to Lebanon to see family.
Mike McCombs is the editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
Getting vaccinated Like Baxley and Murray, most official agree – more people need to get vaccinated. The recent surge has had some affect on the numbers, but not much. “We have seen a small uptick in those wanting the vaccine,” Baxley said, “but not enough to make a dent in the 50 percent still unvaccinated in Beaufort County.” Roughly 45 percent of South Carolina residents ages 12 and older have been vaccinated. In Beaufort County, the number is almost 50 percent. Baxley said health and government officials must continue to educate the community and make the vaccines convenient and accessible at all times. “The vaccine has proven to be effective and safe,” he said, “and pushing vaccination rates higher is what we need to do right now.” Mike McCombs is the editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
Mike McCombs is the editor of The Island News and can be reached at TheIslandNews@gmail.com.
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BMH expands visitor restrictions
Mandatory masking, other precautions in place to protect patients, staff
From staff reports Due to the recent increase in community spread of COVID-19, Beaufort Memorial Hospital (BMH) is implementing visitor restrictions and reinforcing safety measures to protect patients, staff and visitors. The following visitor guidelines were to be enforced, beginning Thursday, July 29: Main Hospital Hospital inpatients (with exceptions noted below) may have two designated visitors between the hours of 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Only one may visit at a time, however. Visitors need to: • Be designated at admitting (only the same two
visitors will be allowed during the entirety of the patient’s stay.) • Be at least 18 years of age. • Be a family member or caregiver. • Wear a mask at all times (regardless of vaccination status). • Social distance while waiting to be given a visitor badge. Please note that PUIs (patients under investigation) and positive COVID-19 patients may not receive visitors.
care areas. Exceptions will be made for parents of minors and caregivers accompanying disabled patients.
Emergency Room Visitors will not be allowed to accompany patients and are asked to wait in their vehicle to minimize crowding in the waiting room and patient
Surgical Pavilion/ Outpatient Surgery Center Surgical patients may have one visitor who meets all of the criteria above. Visitors are encouraged to provide a
Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Visitors will only be allowed in extenuating circumstances. Collins Birthing Center Collins Birthing Center patients may have two visitors plus their birthing coach/ partner with them for the duration of their stay.
contact phone number and wait in their vehicle/home. They may wait in the surgical waiting areas provided social distancing measures can be maintained. If distancing cannot be maintained, visitors will be asked to wait in their vehicle/home until their patient is recovered and/or the surgeon has an update.
Beaufort Memorial Obstetrics & Gynecology Specialists The practice will allow the spouse/partner of OB patients to attend the initial visit, dating ultrasound and anatomy scan appointments only. During all other visits, they will be asked to wait in their vehicle.
Outpatient Facilities/ Physician Practices No visitors will be allowed in waiting rooms or patient care areas at outpatient facilities, including physician practices, lab and imaging centers. Exceptions will be made for patients who are minors or need a caregiver present due to disability.
Express Care & Occupational Health No visitors will be allowed in waiting rooms or patient care areas at Beaufort Memorial Express Care & Occupational Health clinics. Exceptions will be made for patients who are minors or need a caregiver present due to disability. Patients with
COVID-19 related symptoms visiting the Beaufort/Port Royal and Bluffton locations are asked to park, call the number located on parking lot signs, and wait for a staff member to check them in curbside. 2 East/Mental Health Unit Visitors are only allowed into the unit to participate in family meetings. Staff will schedule meetings and notify family members in advance. Complete visitor information, including visitor hours, entrance closures and safe care precautions, is available at BeaufortMemorial.org/ Visitors.
Beaufort’s Elias promoted to 9th degree black belt
By Ron Marcell Beaufort karate instructor Chuck Elias was promoted to ninth degree black belt in July by none other than Chuck Norris, while a Ridgeland karate family was breaking records. Elias, owner and head instructor at Club Karate on Lady’s Island, was in Las Vegas for the annual United Fighting Arts Federation (UFAF) International Training Conference where he received the rare ninth degree rank from Norris during a dinner and awards ceremony in the Grand Ballroom of the South Point Hotel and Casino. Promoted alongside Elias was his longtime friend and training partner Steven Hammersley of New Smyrna Beach, Fla. Though the two Masters made their first degree black belt on different dates, they have promoted together for every other rank all the way to ninth degree. Testing together meant being partners as they demonstrated their expert skills before boards of Master instructors – fighting each other, executing self-defense techniques, and all the while building a deep respect for one another’s abilities. UFAF is a worldwide martial arts membership organization founded by Norris and is the governing body of the Chuck Norris System, UFAF Krav Maga and UFAF Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, overseeing the growth, development, and certification in these dynamic styles. UFAF’s official charity, Kickstart Kids, is an award winning in-school character development program that uses karate to teach life-changing values to thousands of middle school and high school students. There are more than 80 schools associated with the Chuck Norris System, including schools in Mexico and Norway. There are three 10th degree black belts in the UFAF Chuck Norris System – Norris (founder), his brother Aaron Norris (CEO), and Ken Gallagher (President). Counting Elias and Ham-
Master Lindy Woods and daughter Master Andi Lynn Woods of Ridgeland. Photo by Tristin Leonard. mersley, there are only 10 ninth degree black belts in the system. The annual conference spans five days, and includes presentations to help school owners manage the business and marketing aspects of teaching karate, an opening ceremony, instructor development series presentations, a Master rank induction ceremony for those advancing to fifth degree black belt, a pool party, hands-on seminars, demonstration team exhibitions, two days of World Championship tournament competitions in fighting, kata, and weapons, and the gala dinner and awards ceremony. This was the 20th year that Elias was the Director for the annual World Championship karate tournament portion of the conference. He also coaches the UFAF Competition Team. Master Elias is a member of the prestigious South Carolina Black Belt Hall of Fame and was inducted into the Legends of Carolina Martial Arts in 2017. This year’s Master rank induction ceremony included 17 phenomenal martial artists advancing to fifth degree black belt (roughly twice as
many as a normal year, since the 2020 ITC was limited to virtual seminars due to COVID-19 restrictions). A notable inductee to Master rank this year was Carole McComas Taylor, who after 15 years of training donned her fifth degree at age 83. UFAF’s Region 7 encompasses South Carolina and the southeast United States. Region 7 had two other promotions to high-ranking black belt at the Las Vegas ceremony. Master Alice McCleary, owner and chief instructor at Premier Martial Arts in Power Springs, Ga., promoted to eighth degree. And Master Lindy Woods, owner and chief instructor at Dunamis Karate in Ridgeland, promoted to seventh degree. Woods is also the Chair for the Southeast region. World Champions in the UFAF system are awarded the Norris Cup, a trophy earned by the top competitors in each tournament division. Age, gender, and competitive categories are such that there are 10 Norris Cups. Elias took home the Norris Cup in Men’s Senior Fighting at age 64 in 2017, the oldest person to ever win a Norris Cup. This year, fifth
Beaufort’s Chuck Elias appears with Chuck Norris on July 17 at the annual United Fighting Arts Federation (UFAF) International Training Conference in Las Vegas.
Friends Chuck Elias of Beaufort and Steven Hammersley of New Smyrna Beach, Fla., have achieved their second through ninth degree black belts at the same time. degree Master Andi Lynn Woods (daughter of Lindy Woods), dominated her three divisions (kata, weapons, and fighting) to take a record three Norris Cups
back home to Ridgeland. In 2008, Andi Lynn Woods won Youth Forms Grand Champion to win her first Norris Cup. Now, she has eight Norris Cup wins on her record.
Ron Marcell is a freelance writer and amateur historian living in Beaufort He holds a second degree black belt in the Chuck Norris System, and a black belt in Wado Ryu. He can be reached at rvamarcell@gmail.com.
Driver uninjured as tree falls on vehicle in Burton
Friday afternoon, the Burton Fire District and Beaufort County EMS responded to a call that a tree fell on a vehicle with possible injuries on Bluebird Lane in Burton. A8
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From staff reports Just after 5:30pm, Friday, July 30, the Burton Fire District and Beaufort County EMS responded to a report of a tree falling on a truck on Bluebird Lane with the driver still inside and possibly injured. Crews arrived on scene to
find a tree resting upon a damaged pickup truck. The driver was able to self-extricate and was uninjured. A large separate tree had also fallen across the street, blocking the roadway, but caused no damages or injuries.
Burton fire officials urge citizens to inspect their yards for dead trees or tree limbs threatening their homes or vehicles. If the trees or limbs cannot be removed, avoid those areas, and consider this risk when deciding whether to evacuate during severe weather.
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Conroy Center to host Children’s Book Fair
From staff reports The nonprofit Pat Conroy Literary Center will host a Children's Book Fair featuring a dozen local children's book authors and artists as part of the Coastal Discovery Museum's annual Family Fun Day. Meet them from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 10 under the pavilion at Honey Horn (70 Honey Horn Dr., Hilton Head Island). Attendance is free and open to the public. Books by participating authors will be available for sale and signing. The Storybook Shoppe (www.thestorybookshoppe.com) from Bluffton will also be on hand with a selection of other local and bestselling children's books. The Conroy Center will have a selection of additional gift shop items for sale, as well as a preview of the
Angela May, co-author with Mary Alice Monroe of The Islanders Camp Conroy 2021 anthology, Free to Be. Participating authors and artists include: • Angela May, co-author with Mary Alice Monroe of New York Times bestseller The Islanders; • Susan Diamond Riley, author of The Sea Island’s Secret and The Sea Turtle’s Curse;
• Lisa Anne Cullen, author and artist of Little Orange Honey Hood and Three Wild Pigs; • Rebecca Chamberlain, author and artist of Maralee and the Turtles of the Sea; • Ann Lilly, author of Scoot’s New Home and Scoot’s Savannah Rescue; • Mary T. Jacobs, author of
Big Daddy and Friends on Fripp Island and Hurricane on Fripp Island; • Donna Chapman, author of The Adventures of Harriet the Sausage Dog; • Doreen Baumann, author of Sid the Fiddler and the Coastal Critters;
• Ann Beavers, author of Bike and Seek: Geocache on Hilton Head; • Miho Kinnas, author of Today, Fish Only and Move Over Bird; • and Mira Scott and Bill Borg, author and artist of the forthcoming book
Hilton Head’s Myrtle the Loggerhead Turtle. Find additional details about the full range of activities and special events at the Coastal Discovery Museum’s Family Fun Day at www. coas t al d iscove r y. o rg /ex plore/events/family-fun-day.
Business After Hours to celebrate grand re-opening of Kazoobie Kazoos’ museum
From staff reports The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce’s August Business After Hours function will be held at Kazoobie Kazoos from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 5. Members and guests are invited to network with other area business leaders while celebrating Kazoobie’s grand re-opening after a makeover of the factory’s showroom and kazoo museum. “After having a kazoo museum for 10 years, we thought it was time to refresh,” Kazoobie Kazoos owner and City of Beaufort Mayor Stephen Murray said. Murray said the renovation, a year in the works, was made easier by curator Boaz
Frankel, a friend from Pittsburgh who has friends who offered to help with the design and implementation. “In March, my father-inlaw and I started building displays,” Murray said. “Then Sarah (Barnwell) built a really amazing, almost 3,000-kazoo American flag.” The museum re-opened in the second week in May. “It’s a much more modern space that’s more of a museum that it was,” said Murray, who has been in the kazoo business 20 years. “Given the investment, we thought it was appropriate to have a party.” Those interested in attending are asked to register at https://bit.ly/3x6vhos.
WANT TO GO? What: Business After Hours When: 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 5 Where: Kazoobie Kazoos and New South Shirts, 12 John Galt Road, Beaufort Cost: Free Register: Visit https://bit. ly/3x6vhos.
There will be light bites, libations, and music by Campfire Tyler. Attendees can enter to win a door prize, "Band in a Basket," valued at $100. Attendees are asked to park in the grassy lot across the street. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 5:30 p.m.
A look at the revamped museum inside Kazoobie Kazoos. Submitted photo.
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Balance training—easy, fun and important
A well-rounded fitness routine contains several elements, including aerobic fitness, strength training, core exercises, and flexibility and stretching. The fifth element is balance training. Balance refers to the ability to stay upright and steady, whether you're standing, kneeling, sitting, or squatting. Several sensory systems in your body contribute to good balance. Your vision, inner ear and joint receptors provide a sense of where your body is in space. The neuromuscular system synthesizes this information to give you the stability you need to keep your body upright, with your weight evenly distributed. During exercise, balance helps you move more efficiently for improved performance and injury prevention. Balance training helps stabilize your core muscles and
improves your body's ability to react quickly to everyday missteps, which in turn helps prevent falls. Incorporating balance training into your daily activities or exercise routine can be easy and fun. These
exercises should be tailored to your skill level. You should be challenged, but not to the degree that it is difficult to do them safely. Here are some ways to incorporate balance activities into your day:
• Change your base of support. Try standing with your feet closer together, walking by putting one foot directly in front of the other or balancing on one leg. Pretend you're on a balance beam and walk
one foot in front of the other while maintaining balance. Balance on one foot any chance you get: during TV commercials, waiting for the bus, reading the news. • Change your surface. Stand on a pillow, foam pad or disk, progressing to less stable surfaces, such as a balance training ball. Try venturing out for a walk on variable terrain, such as a sandy beach or hiking trail. • Close your eyes. Try closing your eyes as you stand with your feet together, pretending to walk on a balance beam, or balancing on one leg or walking on a varying surface. Use caution and rely on a partner for support, if needed. • Turn your head, or look up and down. Start with
varying foot and leg positions, as noted above, or try an unstable surface. If you need a challenge, try both at the same time — and try closing your eyes. • Add movement elsewhere. While standing on one leg, put your arms out in a T position and make small circular motions for 30 seconds. Then try circular motions in the opposite direction. Work to increase your time. Once this becomes easy, try simultaneously turning your head side to side. Connecting with others can help make your fitness goals more fun. Share your progress and get encouragement from others. Source: https://newsnetwork. mayoclinic.org/discussion/consumerhealth-balance-training-easy-funand-important/
What to know about teen anxiety and depression
Teen anxiety and depression are not medically different mental health conditions from adult anxiety and depression. However, the symptoms of these conditions may present differently in teenagers than they do in adults. This may be due to the different developmental and social challenges that teenagers typically face, such as hormonal changes, developing brains and bodies, and peer pressure. Anxiety and depression in teenagers have been linked to high levels of stress, a lower quality of life, and, in severe cases, suicide. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, around 3.2 million people aged 12–17 years in the United States had at least one major depressive episode in 2017. This represents 13.3% of all teenagers in the U.S. People with depression often also have anxiety disorders.
Causes
There are many possible causes of anxiety and depression in teenagers. These include: • Genetics: Teenagers with a family history of mood or anxiety disorders may be at higher risk of developing them. • Trauma: Teenagers with a history of trauma—such as sexual abuse, violence, or involvement in an accident—may be more likely to experience anxiety and depression. • Environment: A teenager’s social, school, and home environments can have an impact on their mental health. Difficulties such as abuse and neglect, divorce in the family, being bullied, poverty, learning disabilities, and struggling to fit in may all contribute to depression and anxiety. • Differences in the brain: Teenagers’ brains are structurally different than adults’ brains. Changes in teenagers’ brain circuits that are involved in responses to danger and rewards can increase stress levels. Teenagers with depression and anxiety may also have different levels of neurotransmitters—such as dopamine, serotonin, and
norepinephrine—in their brains. These affect the regulation of moods and behavior. • Substance misuse: Drug and alcohol misuse may affect teenagers’ moods and lead to depression. They may turn to these substances to self-medicate their emotions. • Stresses of puberty: Teenagers who are experiencing puberty may go through hormonal changes that affect their mood and deal with the stresses of a changing body, which can make them feel different than their peers. • Negative thought patterns: Depression and anxiety in teenagers may be linked to negative thought patterns. If teenagers have regular exposure to negative thinking—often from their parents—they may also develop a negative worldview.
Symptoms
It can be difficult for a parent or caregiver to differentiate between behavior that is a normal part of growing up and behavior that may indicate a mental health condition. If behavioral changes last for weeks or months, and if they interfere with a teenager’s daily life, they may be symptoms of depression, anxiety, or both. If a teenager is presenting some of the following symptoms, they may be experiencing depression or anxiety: • They have low energy. • They have lost interest in things they used to enjoy. • They sleep too much or too little or seem constantly tired. • They have difficulty concentrating. • They are spending more and more time alone and avoiding social activities. • They diet excessively. • They engage in self-harm behaviors, such as cutting or burning their skin. • They drink alcohol, use drugs, or smoke. • They feel deep sadness or hopelessness. • They experience anxiety and panic. • They are often irritable and lash out. • They engage in risky or destructive behaviors, ei-
Risk factors
ther alone or with friends. • They have suicidal thoughts.
Diagnosis
A teenager can receive a full clinical diagnosis from a healthcare professional such as a doctor, psychologist, or psychiatrist. Certain medical concerns can mimic anxiety and depression. These include thyroid disorders and substance use disorders. For this reason, it is necessary to rule those out to obtain a proper diagnosis. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) endorses a universal depression screening guideline for people aged 12 years and above. Healthcare professionals may use the AAP guidelines or adult guidelines for older teenagers. The doctor, psychologist, or psychiatrist will perform a psychological evaluation of the teenager by asking a series of questions about their behaviors, moods, and thoughts. They will also take into account the teenager’s family history, peer relationships, and school performance. A teenager must meet the criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition to receive a diagnosis of anxiety or depression.
Treatment
A healthcare professional will treat a teenager’s depression, anxiety, or both based on the severity of the condition. They may suggest psychotherapy (talk therapy), medication, or both. Usually, a combination of the two is the most effective treatment. An antidepressant, or a combination of
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antidepressants, can help correct the chemical imbalance in the teenager’s brain. Meanwhile, talk therapy may help combat negative thought patterns and behaviors. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a warning that antidepressants may cause some children and teenagers to experience suicidal thoughts. The FDA has approved two drugs to treat depression in children: fluoxetine (Prozac), for children aged 8 years and older, and escitalopram (Lexapro), for children aged 12 years and older. Experts state that they need more pediatric studies, as many antidepressants with approval for adults are not proven to work in children. The FDA requires that all antidepressants include a warning about the increased risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviors in children, adolescents, and young adults up to the age of 24 years.
Remedies
Aside from drug treatments and talk therapy, teenagers who are experiencing depression and anxiety may get some relief from: • exercising and staying active, even if it only involves a short daily walk • spending time with friends and family • breaking up large tasks into smaller, simpler, more manageable ones • trying to maintain a regular sleep schedule • eating a healthy diet • asking for help Speaking with a support group may also help teenagers manage their depression or anxiety. Some organizations that offer help include: • Teen Line • Give Us the Floor • Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance • Support Groups Central
Factors that may increase a teenager’s risk of experiencing depression or anxiety include: • having difficulty adjusting socially • having a family history of depression and anxiety • having a lack of emotional support • being bullied in person or online • living in an abusive or violent home • experiencing a crisis, such as death or divorce in the family • experiencing past trauma • having a chronic illness • having difficulty with their sexual orientation or gender identity
Advice for caregivers
Parents or caregivers of teenagers who have depression, anxiety, or both can help them by viewing the condition as a serious matter that requires professional attention. They should help their teenagers find a therapist that they feel comfortable talking with and discuss a treatment program with a medical professional. Parents and caregivers can also try to encourage their teenagers to exercise, be social, schedule their activities into manageable chunks, and find an outlet for their emotions, such as a journal or support group.
Summary
There are many potential causes of depression and anxiety in teenagers. These include genetics, trauma, their environment, differences in the brain, substance misuse, the stress of puberty, and negative thought patterns. The symptoms of depression and anxiety in teenagers may include low energy, a lack of interest in things they used to enjoy, disrupted sleep, and feelings of hopelessness. The most effective treatment for depression and anxiety is usually a combination of talk therapy and medication. Aside from medical treatment, teenagers may be able to improve their symptoms by exercising, making large tasks more manageable, socializing, maintaining a regular sleep schedule, and asking for help. Medically reviewed by Alex Klein, PsyD — Written by Caitlin Geng on
July 27, 2021
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HEALTH & WELLNESS Options & References for a Healthier Life
Masking Anxiety: Many U.S. adults believe workers still need masks in the workplace
Nearly six in 10 U.S. adults (57%) believe employees should be required to wear a mask when working at an onsite work location, even after being vaccinated for Covid-19, according to results from the latest American Staffing Association Workforce Monitor® online survey conducted from June 10–14 by The Harris Poll among 2,066 U.S. adults aged 18 and older. Notably, 70% of Blacks/ African-Americans and 64% of Hispanics/Latinos believe employees should be required to wear a mask when working at an on-site work location, even after being vaccinated for Covid-19, compared with 50% of Whites/ Caucasians. Two-thirds of parents with children under 18 (65%) feel this way, compared with 53% of nonparents
of minor children. “While government officials are [indecisive about] rolling back Covid-19 requirements throughout the country, many workers aren’t ready to give up their masks just yet,” said Richard Wahlquist, ASA president and chief executive officer. “As brick-and-mortar workplaces reopen, workers are anxious about being around their colleagues once again. Employers must clearly communicate what steps they are taking to make their workplaces safe for their employees as they reopen.” The Workforce Monitor also uncovered a tension between the right to know about co-workers’ vaccine status and the right to privacy about one’s own status. While two in three U.S. adults (66%) believe employees have a right to know
if their co-workers have been vaccinated against Covid-19, a majority (60%) also say their personal vaccine status is no one’s business but their own. In particular, 70% of Baby Boomers say employees have a right to know co-workers’ Covid-19 vaccine status compared with 66% of Millennials and 60% of their Generation X counterparts. The largest support for privacy regarding their own Covid-19 vaccine status comes from Generation X (68%), closely followed by Millennials (67%), with half of Baby Boomers (52%) sharing this sentiment. “As work sites reopen across the country, employee concerns about Covid-19 are creating a challenging privacy paradox,” said Wahlquist. “Employees want to know whether their fellow co-work-
ers have been vaccinated but don’t want to make their own status public. In balancing these interests, employers must keep workplace safety considerations top of mind.” If you want to know more about the research behind this article, learn more about the ASA Workforce Monitor, americanstaffing.net/workforcemonitor.
socially distance. Amusement parks are also risky since you would be around a lot of strangers, some of whom may not be vaccinated. Instead, Dr. Robinson recommends going camping or doing something else outdoors. You could even rent a house instead of a hotel. “You can eat in more.
Some houses have a pool that’s private that is accessible only to the family that is renting. So, I think those are good options. And then maybe just doing day trips
Method The Harris Poll conducted the survey online within the U.S. on behalf of ASA from June 10–14, 2021, among a total of 2,066 U.S. adults aged 18 and older. Results were weighted on age, gender, education, race/ethnicity, household income, marital status, household size, and geographic region where necessary to bring them into line with their
actual proportions in the U.S. population. In addition, the data were adjusted for differences between the online and offline populations. About the American Staffing Association The American Staffing Association is the voice of the U.S. staffing, recruiting, and workforce solutions industry. ASA and its state affiliates advance the interests of the industry across all sectors through advocacy, research, education, and the promotion of high standards of legal, ethical, and professional practices. For more information about ASA, visit americanstaffing.net.
tor is a periodic survey commissioned by ASA and conducted online by The Harris Poll among 2,000 or more U.S. adults aged 18 and older. The survey series focuses on current workforce trends and issues. For more information about the survey series, visit americanstaffing. net/workforcemonitor.
About the ASA Workforce Monitor The ASA Workforce Moni-
About The Harris Poll The Harris Poll is one of the longest-running surveys in the U.S.—tracking public opinion, motivations, and social sentiment since 1963—that is now part of Harris Insights & Analytics, a global consulting and market research firm that delivers social intelligence for transformational times. To learn more, visit theharrispoll.com.
where you spend the day somewhere. You leave in the morning and go and do some activities and then you’re back home by the evening,” said Dr. Robinson.
She said it’s also a good idea to research where you’re going. If they have a high infection rate for COVID-19, you may want to go somewhere else.
careTALK© Traveling with children who are unvaccinated. If you’re going on an away trip with your kids, doctors say it’s important to make sure you’re keeping safety in mind. Especially since children under the age of 12 can’t get vaccinated for COVID-19 yet. “This would probably be a good summer to do some car trips and be able to con-
trol your environment a little bit more if possible,” said Gina Robinson, MD, pediatrician for Cleveland Clinic Children’s. She said there is a lot to consider when planning a trip. For example, while a plane might get you to your destination faster, your family would have to be masked the entire time. It would also be difficult to
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Beaufort Academy football head coach Mark Clifford talks to his team before taking a water break during preseason practice Monday. The Eagles had a 5-6 record in 2020. Clifford said his Eagles lost some key players to graduation, and he’s not sure what kind of season they will have this year. Their season opener will be Aug. 27 at St. John’s Christian Academy. The Eagles’ first home game will be Sept. 10 against Colleton Prep. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
The Beaufort High School Eagles were in high gear during preseason practice Monday morning as ball carriers and interior linemen went through their drills. The Eagles were 5-2 last year. This year’s season opener is at home against Richmond Hill on Friday, Aug. 20. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
Beaufort Academy Eagles head coach Mark Clifford keeps a close eye on routine drills looking for fundamental mistakes during preseason practice Monday morning.
Beaufort High School head football coach Bryce Lybrand, center, gives some last-minute instructions to some of his receivers before running a drill.
Battery Creek names 6 new head coaches
By Brackin Lambert There will be some new faces on the sidelines at Battery Creek this season. The Dolphins had a busy offseason, as athletics director Sarah Hayes has announced six coaching staff changes for the 2021-22 school year. Billy Allen (baseball), Summer Dupont (cross country), Ally Keane (swimming), Michael Jordan (track and field) and Torri McCullough (volleyball) all resigned their positions before the end of the school year, but Hayes is pleased with the qualified, experienced coaches who will take the reins. New volleyball coach Michael Paul was hired before the end of the spring semester and adds almost 30 years of coaching experience to Creek’s coaching staff. Prior to his time at BCHS he was the head coach at Wade Hampton High School for
three seasons after spending eight seasons at Jefferson High School as its volleyball coach. “We are excited about the hiring of Coach Paul as our new volleyball coach,” Hayes said. “His experience and record of success will certainly build upon and continue the success of our volleyball program here at Battery Creek.” Kimberly Trapp, the daughter of legendary tennis coach Larry Scheper, has mastered the game of tennis and is currently working toward obtaining further professional certification in tennis instruction. A four-time tennis state champion at Dutch Fork High School, she has a great passion for both playing and instructing the game of tennis. “We are very excited to announce the hiring of coach Kimberly Trapp as our new tennis coach,” Hayes said.
“Her experience as a player and her excitement to teach and develop our student-athletes makes her a great addition to our coaching staff.” Jared Eddy has been handed the reins of the cross country team. Eddy began his running career at Chattanooga Central High School in Tennessee and as part of the Chattanooga Jets Track Club. During his four years in high school, he was a two-time state medalist in the 4X400m relay at the Tennessee Indoor State Championships, an AAU National Qualifier in the 3000m, an all-region cross country selection, and placed seventh in the 4X800m at the Tennessee State Championship. “I could not be more excited to add coach Eddy to the Battery Creek coaching staff,” Hayes said. “His experience at the collegiate level along with his enthusiasm will
make him a great addition to the Battery Creek family.” Emily Raymonda takes over for Keane and has plenty of experience to continue to add to a strong Battery Creek swim program. “I am so excited to add someone of the caliber of coach Raymonda,” Hayes said. “Her enthusiasm, her drive and her excitement to join this program makes her an ideal fit with our Creek family. I look forward to seeing what she can do with our student athletes.” Raymonda began her swimming career during her middle school days in Bel Air, Md., and quickly earned local and state rankings in the 200m backstroke and the relay events. Raymonda attended Winthrop University, where she was instrumental in reinstating the swim club in Rock Hill. She currently serves as the Visual Arts
teacher at Beaufort Middle School where she coaches the Gryphons’ girls soccer team. Daryl Daleen takes over for the departing Jordan and will inherit a strong track and field program coming off a region championship. “Coach Daleen is going to make a great addition to our coaching staff,” Hayes said. “I am excited to see what he brings to our track and field team. His enthusiasm and excitement for the program’s future is what made him the ideal candidate.” Daleen, a graduate of Newberry College, has a number of years of experience at both the high school and collegiate level. His most recent stop was Pikeville (Ky.) College, where he was the head track and field coach. Lastly, Chad Schildt will take over in the dugout for the Dolphins. The baseball team’s 2021 coaching staff will be re-
tained and will look to rebuild a program that went 6-12 last season. A native of Taneytown, Md., he attended Mt. Saint Mary’s University and earned a bachelor’s degree in History while playing baseball. Schildt then returned home to coach at his high school alma mater, Francis Scott Key, where he coached baseball, basketball, and football. In 2008, he moved to Myrtle Beach and began coaching baseball at Carolina Forest. After spending 10 years at Carolina Forest, he then moved to Laurel, Miss., where he was tasked with rebuilding the baseball program. “I am very excited to announce the hiring of Coach Schildt to lead our baseball program,” Hayes said. “The experience he brings from his time at Laurel and Carolina Forest is exactly what we need to build this program.”
City Golf Championship returns to Fripp Island
From staff reports The 23rd Annual Beaufort City Golf Championship returns Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 14-15 to Fripp Island Resort’s Ocean Point Golf Links and Ocean Creek Golf Course.
The tournament is a 36-hole individual medal play tournament. Competitors will be flighted based on scores from the first round of play. The entry fee is $175 per player. The Open Division will play the gold tees and will be
flighted after the first round. The Pro Division will play the gold tees, as well. The overall City Champion will come out of the Open or Pro Division. The Senior Division is open to those who are ages 60 and older and will play the
blue tees. Play on Saturday, Aug. 14 will be on the Ocean Point Golf Links, and play on Sunday, Aug. 15 will be on the Ocean Creek Golf Course. Tee times start at 8 a.m. both days. The fee includes green fees,
cart fees, lunch Sunday after final round, practice balls, tee gifts and prizes. Entry deadline is Monday, Aug. 9. If you would like to stay on Fripp for the weekend, please call group sales at 843-8381507.
To enter, send name, address, phone number, email address and division you plan to compete in, along with entry fee, to Char Cormier, Director of Golf, 2119 Sea Island Parkway, Harbor Island, S.C. 29920.
Sportfishing and Diving Club meeting set for Aug. 12
From staff reports The Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s August meeting will be held at 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 12, at the Beaufort Yacht and Sailing Club located on Lady’s Island off of Meridian Road. The so-
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cial begins at 6:30 p.m. The topic is Spanish Mackerel. Captain Adam Sauernborn of Tide Ryder Charters and Captain Frank Gibson will discuss live baiting verses planers and spoons. This will include inshore and close
by offshore locations, rods and reels, and bait of choice. Beaufort Boat & Dock Supply, Butler Marine, and Adams Marine Seminars again are drawing sponsors. Remember to weigh in your favorite catch at the Port Royal Landing Mari-
na – Safe Harbor – during regular hours. John Anderson won the monthly $50 drawing for June. Winners must be present at the next month’s meeting to receive the cash award. Guests are welcome. Reservations are not needed.
For additional information, please contact Gibson at 843522-2122 or email fgibson@ islc.net. Captain License OUPV-6 PAK will be held in Beaufort beginning Aug. 23 – nine evenings and one weekend.
Tuition is $625 and includes test books and all equipment needed. The course is sponsored by Adams Marine Seminars. For more information, call 877-447-1950, email info@ adamsmarine.com or visit www.adamsmarine.com.
EDUCATION
BA names Ienuso Upper School head, IB director Veteran educator also named girls basketball coach
From staff reports Beaufort Academy has named Andrew Ienuso its new Upper School Division Head and International Baccalaureate (IB) Director. Ienuso joins Beaufort Academy with more than 15 years experience in education, including nine years overseas working in Singapore and Indonesia. Ienuso will be joined on campus by his wife, Maureen Ienuso, who will be teaching the third grade at BA. The Ienusos have two children, McKinley (Kindergarten) and Walker (PK2) who will also be joining the BA community this August.
Ienuso recently served as Head of Campus at the Mount Zaagkam School in Papua, Indonesia, which is considered to be the world’s most remote IB world school. In his new role at Beaufort Andrew Academy, Ienuso Ienuso will work closely with Upper School students, parents and faculty to continue building the strong traditions of the school by providing an educational experience that is second to none.
Amy Melville will continue her role as Middle School Division Head and will work alongside Ienuso to support Beaufort Academy’s growing student body. Ienuso brings extensive experience in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Program, helping to facilitate multiple school accreditations from the IB, Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), as well as foreign governments. “Andrew comes to us with a rich background with the IB model. His expertise will guide Beaufort Academy as we take the next steps toward becoming an IB school,”
Beaufort Academy Head of School Dan Durbin said in a release. “He is the right person for leading this important effort." Ienuso is excited to bring his experiences and expertise to Beaufort Academy as we transition to the IB program in the coming years. “We are thrilled by the adoption of the IB program here at BA.” Ienuso said in a release. “Beaufort Academy’s vision, mission and core values are so interconnected to IB that it makes for a perfect transition. I look forward to working with the great teachers and students here at BA as we begin the transition to the
International Baccalaureate program.” Ienuso will also be the Head Girls Basketball Coach this winter. As an assistant and Head Coach at the varsity level for both boys and girls programs, Ienuso’s 15 years of coaching experience and basketball leadership span across the world. Ienuso’s basketball career started while playing college ball at Warren Wilson College in Asheville, N.C. He also has one year of semi-professional basketball in Singapore’s SBL League under his belt. “I am thrilled to have Andrew on board leading our
girls basketball program,'' Beaufort Academy Athletic Director William Howell said in a release. “The success he had as a former collegiate and semi-professional player and coaching experience in the states and overseas brings a unique dynamic that can be passed on to our athletes.” “It is a great privilege to be named the Head Girls Basketball Coach here at Beaufort Academy,'' Ienuso said. “I look forward to working with fellow coaches, players and parents to continue building on the successes and traditions of the program.”
Community Foundation gives nearly $770,000 in scholarships From staff reports Community Foundation of the Lowcountry has announced its 2021-2022 academic year scholarship recipients. In total, 151 students received $769,765 through 196 scholarship awards. Scholarship recipients will be attending more than 71 different colleges and universities, spanning the continental United States, from California to the East Coast. Since 1994, Community Foundation of the Lowcountry has awarded more than $8.5 million in scholarships. “This is always an exciting time of year for us,” Community Foundation of the Lowcountry President and CEO Scott Wierman said in a release. “We are extremely proud of these students and what they’ve accomplished, but also appreciative of the generous donors who’ve chosen to support education and invest in these deserving young people as they accomplish their educational and career goals.” Each scholarship has its own unique criteria and donors who establish the scholarship funds determine what those are. Some scholarships are one-time; others can follow the student through their undergraduate and graduate degrees. For more information about each scholarship, visit cf-lowcountry.org. Scholarships and award recipients are: Alexandria Patterson Scholarship: Montaijah Colleton, TBD; Moses Grant, TBD; Trinity Heyward, Clemson University; Fatimah Rivers, TBD; Kayla Rowell, Clemson University; Kayleigh Washington, TBD; Arianna Watson, TBD; Elisa Williams, TBD. Amazing Grace Sulak Scholarship: Courtney Balerna, University of Connecticut Storrs Campus; Hayden Bird, Georgia Institute for Technology; Mills Campbell, Charleston Southern University; David Chacon, Clemson University; Taylor Gilmore, Clemson University; Taylor James, Winthrop University; Hudson Kramer, Georgia Southern University; Rachel Riddle, Anderson University. Arnold Fields Scholarship: Bradham Gooding, Clemson University. Beaufort County Law
Enforcement Scholarship: Trezure Siplin, University of South Carolina. Cypress Scholarship Program: Dominic Bostick, Georgia State University; Jack Clark, Savannah College of Art and Design; Amy Hughey, Winthrop University; Amanda Katon, University of South Carolina; Sarah Katon, University of South Carolina; Caroline Khumalo, Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College; Gabriel Maxwell, Prairie View A&M University; Endya Pagan, Fashion Institute of Technology; Faith Sulak, Furman University; Melissa Taylor, Technical College of the Lowcountry – Hampton; Lawanda Tyson, International College of Health Science; LaShona Wiggins, ECPI University. Dan D. Nale Engineering Scholarship: Nicholas Bradley, Mercer University; Bradley Getlinger, Michigan Technological University; Andrew Huynh, University of California Los Angeles. David W. McCoy Scholarship: Alex Skillman, University of Nebraska-Lincoln. Dominique's Musician Corner Scholarship: Dillon Watkins, Georgia State University. Drs. Keith and Monica Taylor Scholarship: Trinity Heyward, USC Upstate; Hannah Reilley, Clemson University; Trezure Siplin, University of South Carolina; Shawn Smith, TBD; Kayleigh Washington, Clemson University. Ellie and Michael Agresta Scholarship: Kalaylah Chisolm, Winthrop University; Karina Dorris, University of South Carolina – Beaufort; Damon Kenny, Clemson University; Alexandra Qualls, Clemson University; Cameron Qualls, Clemson University; Lauryn Qualls, Clemson University; Tania Ramirez, USC Beaufort; Charlotte Schmidt, University of South Carolina; Ashleigh Snyder, TBD; Courtney Tsakanikas, University of South Carolina; Kelsey Wallace, Clemson University; Olivia Waters, TBD. Fred & Susan Breidenbach Scholarship: Katlyn Davis, University of Georgia; Ma Princess, Empel Georgia Institute for Technology; Hannah Gordy, Georgia Institute for Technology; William Hancock, Georgia Institute for Technology; Lucas Mo-
rais, Henrique Georgia Institute for Technology; Jackson Hogan, Georgia Institute for Technology; Andrew Huynh, University of California Los Angeles; Sher Isada, Baylor University; Cameron Landin, University of Chicago; Udai Teja Mallepoola, Georgia Institute for Technology; Manjot Minhas, University of Georgia; Riley Murphy, Georgia Institute for Technology; Vincent Nguyen, Georgia Institute for Technology; Faith Shupard, Clemson University; Daniel Vidal, Georgia Institute for Technology; Tu Vu, Georgia Institute for Technology.
of California Los Angeles; Sher Isada, Baylor University; Rebecca James, Mercer University; Sarah Katon, University of South Carolina; Cameron Landin, University of Chicago; Kathleen Maguire, University of Georgia; Manjot Minhas, University of Georgia; JeAnais Mitchell, Clemson University; Donald Nelson, Georgia Institute for Technology; Kathy Nguyen, University of Georgia; Vincent Nguyen, Georgia Institute for Technology; Riley O'Connell, University of Wisconsin-Stout; Adelaide Robertson, Georgia Institute for Technology; Samuel Robert-
We are extremely proud of these students and what they’ve accomplished, but also appreciative of the generous donors who’ve chosen to support education and invest in these deserving young people as they accomplish their educational and career goals.” Gulfstream Aerospace Alton "Al Wright" Youth Apprentice Scholarship: Riley Murphy, Georgia Institute for Technology; Ivy Richburg, Georgia Institute for Technology; Daniel Vidal, Georgia Institute for Technology. Gulfstream Aerospace West Michigan Aviation Academy Scholarship: DaVin Hoffman, University of Michigan; Luke Koenigsknecht, University of Notre Dame; Karlie Platz, Hope College; Benjamin Rich, Davenport University. Gulfstream Goldie Glenn Scholarship: Oliver Beech, Georgia Institute for Technology; Nicholas Bradley, Mercer University; Logan Brown, University of Georgia; Katlyn Davis, University of Georgia; Matthew Gehrt, University of Wisconsin – Madison; Hannah Gordy, Georgia Institute for Technology; Matthew Grant, Clemson University; Lucas Morais, Henrique Georgia Institute for Technology; Jackson Hogan, Georgia Institute for Technology; Andrew Huynh, University
son, TBD; Emma Schoenfeld, University of Florida; Faith Shupard, Clemson University; Tu Vu, Georgia Institute for Technology; Kathryn Wyman, Liberty University. HHIBAC Delta Sigma Theta Scholarship: Kimbraia Brown, TBD; Kayleigh Washington, Clemson University. Jack Ward Endowed Scholarship: David Chacon, Clemson University; Hanna Giblin, Clemson University. James L. Krum Memorial Scholarship: Olivia Allain, Clemson University; Owen Andrews, Clemson University; Jacob Bierman, Gettysburg College; Hayden Bird, Georgia Institute for Technology; McKenzie Bradley, Clemson University; Michael Calamari, Clemson University; David Chacon, Clemson University; Kierstin Clark, Cleveland State University; Micheal Claudio, Clemson University; Mya Clayton, Tri-County Technical College; Jaclyn Couch, University of South Carolina; Anna D'Amico, Belmont University; Sarah DeLoach, Univer-
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Clemson University. Joan and Wade Webster Scholarship: Hayden Bird, Georgia Institute for Technology; David Chacon, Clemson University; Shelby Dorth, Clemson University; Chandler Edmonds, University of South Carolina; A'Nya Marshburn-Foushee, University of North Carolina; Hanna Giblin, Clemson University; Joseph Hutchinson, Clemson University; Helen Inglis, Emory University; Niklas Kronlein, Clemson University; Jack McGoldrick, University of South Carolina; Kendall Ocello, UNC Aiken; Elizabeth Sulak, University of South Carolina; Olivia, Waters TBD; Zachary Waters, Liberty University. Joseph S. Onisko, Jr. Environmental Sciences Scholarship: Lilah Delbos, Clemson University. Lucrecia C. Lester Memorial Scholarship: Christian Green, Charleston Southern University. McClure Family Scholarship: Christian Green, Charleston Southern University. Mina Larson and Mandas S. Mulrain Scholarship: Karina Dorris, USC Beaufort. Oak Advisors, LLC Scholarship of Excellence: Logan Harsta, TBD; Elliott Jones, Davidson University; Samuel Summa, University of California. Okatie Rotary Club Scholarship: Samantha Aguero, Clemson University. Richard H. and Ann M. Gerken Scholarship: Shelby Dorth, Clemson University; Ashna Patel, University of South Carolina; Charlotte Schmidt, University of South Carolina. Sarah Creech Performing Arts Scholarship: Dillon Watkins, Georgia State University. Sigma Pi Phi Epsilon Mu Boule Scholarship: Nicholas Cumingham, University of South Carolina; Gajmere McLemore, Clemson University; Xavier Pierce, USC Aiken; Jaylen Roberts, South Carolina State University. TidePointe Community Educational Scholarship: Nnennaya Agwu, University of South Carolina; Shav'ae Johnson, Savannah College of Art and Design; Kasey Meredith, Drexel University; Regena Morris, Technical College of the Lowcountry.
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sity of Richmond School of Law; Emma Dewey, University of Tennessee Knoxville; Karina Dorris, USC Beaufort; Shelby Dorth, Clemson University; Emily Eicherly, Charleston Southern University; Nazli Flores, Liberty University; Shirley Fontanie, Duke University; A'Nya Marshburn-Foushee, University of North Carolina; Madison Frank, Clemson University; Hanna Giblin, Clemson University; Taylor Gilmore, Clemson University; Ethan Helms, Champlain College; Julia Herrin, Auburn University; Joseph Hutchinson, Clemson University; Helen Inglis, Emory University; Mhakayla Haynes-Joseph, Howard University; Caleb Kelly, College of Charleston; Niklas Kronlein, Clemson University; Benjamin Likins, Medical University of South Carolina; Savannah Littlejohn, Wake Forest University; Karana Lobaugh, Columbia College Chicago; Meaghan Lyons, University of Notre Dame; Madison MacCabe, TBD; Justin Mlodzinski, University of South Carolina; Natalie Mlodzinski, Auburn University; Sara Muller, College of Charleston; Nicholas Myhre, College of Charleston; Connor Nold, Reed College; Samantha Norton, Furman University; Kendall Ocello, USC Aiken; Brennan O'Gorman, St. John's University Law School; Kiara Parker, University of Pittsburgh; Maile Paulmeier, Stanford University; Samantha Perkowski, Indiana Wesleyan University; Thor Pullon, Baylor University; Rachel Riley, Furman University; Ella Simons, Syracuse University; Abigail Snyder, Hillsdale College; Mackenzie Starnes, University of Kentucky; Victoria Sulak, San Diego State University; Bailey Sullivan, University of Maryland; Andrew Swanson, Clemson University; Sophia Topping, University of South Carolina; Gabrielle Volz, College of Charleston; Kelsey Wallace, Clemson University; Zachary Waters, Liberty University; Caleb Watkins, Clemson; Dillon Watkins, Georgia State University; Jordan Wilhelm, Lafayette College; Liliana Witkowski, Franciscan University of Steubenville. Jeff Katon Scholarship: Michael Calamari, Clemson University; JeAnais Mitchell,
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An open letter to the Beaufort County School District P The worst part lease stop saying you understand our concerns, because if you truly did, you would do the right thing. You would do what the medical community and CDC have been urging the schools to do and implement universal masking. They have made it clear that it is not safe to put our children who cannot receive the vaccine in enclosed classrooms without masking. One unmasked child can infect an entire classroom, because the viral load of the Delta variant is 1,000 times greater than the original virus. That data is published on the CDC website. This makes it considerably more infectious, more potent, and more severe for our children. Simple cloth masks will not protect the children who choose to wear them from the ones who don’t. Children have died from this, there are many others on respirators, and many others suffering long-term health conditions from the Delta variant. If you do not implement a mask mandate, you will knowingly put our children into an unsafe environment without adequate protection. Sanitizing surfaces will not suffice. You may as well hand our children water guns to fight off a wildfire. And the virus is spreading
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like wildfire throughout the states with low vaccination rates. More than half of those eligible in S.C. have not been fully vaccinated and nearly two-thirds of our total population is not fully vaccinated if you take our children into account. The worst part about your policy is that you won’t even provide a virtual option to give parents the ability to protect their children in a safe environment. Nor have you offered parents the option to choose between a masked classroom and an unmasked one even though I suggested it nearly two weeks ago. At the very least, give us options until a vaccine becomes available to them. Listen to the medical community instead of the governor. Stand up to him and tell him that forcing our children into an unsafe environment and stripping our children of the most effective form of protection will be an unmitigated disaster. By threatening to pull funding, he is holding
about your policy is that you won’t even provide a virtual option to give parents the ability to protect their children in a safe environment.”
our children hostage for the sake of political gain. It will be much easier to apologize to him, than to the parents who will lose a child, who will be left managing children with long-term complications, and who will be paying massive medical bills when it could have been prevented. While you’re at it, apologize to our children for knowingly putting them in peril. You know what to do. For the love of our children, do it. Implement universal masking. Monica Wiser is a resident of Beaufort County with children enrolled in the Beaufort County School District.
Manna from Heaven The Eucharist Today
What is the center of a church’s worship? In many Christian traditions, the sermon is the focus on Sunday mornings. The service is primarily the sermon, preceded and followed by music and prayers. In other traditions, the music might be the focus. Both preaching and music are important for Catholics, but these are not our focus. We strive for beautiful music and excellent preaching so that we can more fully enter into the heart of our worship, the celebration of the Eucharist. The Eucharist is the center of Catholic worship. We celebrate the Eucharist every Sunday in our services, which we call the Mass. At the beginning of the Mass, we listen to several readings from Sacred Scripture, followed by a sermon of modest length. In this way, we prepare our hearts to encounter Jesus in the Holy Eucharist. As the priest prays the Lord’s words at the Last Supper, Jesus works a miracle. Jesus becomes truly present in Holy Communion, giving himself to us in a supernatural manner. The Eucharist is not a symbol but truly Jesus himself. This Catholic understanding of the Eucharist is not something made up in the Middle Ages. All the way back to the earliest days of Christianity, one finds Christians proclaiming that when they come together to worship, they receive the very Body and Blood of Jesus in what appears to be ordinary bread and wine. In churches founded since the sixteenth century, it has become common to view Communion as a symbol or reminder of Jesus. This gift has been passed down through the centuries. Jesus gave authority to celebrate the Lord’s Supper to his apostles, who passed it on to other chosen leaders through the laying on of hands. This authority has been passed down through the centuries by this laying on of hands, which is now known as the Sacrament of Holy Orders. Through the ministry of priests who have received Holy Orders in this way, Jesus continues to work the miracle of the Eucharist, feeding his people with the Bread of Life.
Catholics see the Eucharist as our greatest treasure. In most Catholic parishes, people can participate in Mass every day of the week and receive Holy Communion daily. Since we believe that the Eucharist is truly Jesus, we believe that to receive Holy Communion, a person must be Catholic and spiritually prepared. When we receive Holy Communion, we give ourselves completely to Jesus and become one with him, in body and soul. It is the closest union we can have with Jesus this side of heaven. On our way to heaven, Jesus feeds us with the true manna. On their journey through the desert on the way to the Promised Land, God fed the Israelites with special bread called manna. As followers of Jesus, we are the New Israel, journeying to our true heavenly homeland. Through the Eucharist, Jesus nourishes us as we travel through the “desert” of this world, helping us to turn away from sin and love him with all our heart. With this heavenly food, Jesus prepares us for eternal life. “Your ancestors ate manna and died, but whoever feeds on this bread will live forever.” (John 6:58)
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The romance continues, we are still in motion
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t is Tuesday and we’re in Kure Beach, N.C. I’m sitting on the balcony at the Seven Seas Motel — a perch that gives me an unimpeded view of the long, gray rollers breaking just off the narrow beach. Earlier this morning I swam, in the semi-darkness, waiting for the sun to make its North Carolina appearance. It is hard to swim in the Atlantic. At first one tries the crawl stroke putting your head down, mostly under the surface, and that pretty much wrecks the view. So one settles for a head-raisedup breaststroke; permitting one to dive under the justabout-to-break waves. It’s not efficient movement, but when the sun raises itself out of the Atlantic it is magic. As I did my ocean-modified laps, my thoughts took me to a movie called, “Two For the Road.” I first saw this
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film with my then girlfriend, Susan, who is now sleeping in the room ($178 plus tax) behind me. The plot involved trips taken through France by a couple at different times during their lives. One early scene involves a sudden downpour where the backpacking couple seek shelter in a large, unburied drainpipe conveniently left on the side of the road. These two attractive people — elated that they have escaped the rain — fall into each other’s young arms and then fall asleep. When they wake and look
out of their pipe the outside world appears to be in motion. Then they realize that the pipe has been picked-up, put on a flatbed truck, and now they are moving at 60 mph across France on their way to a beach in Provence. It’s a bit of excitement and a small victory — a moment that this fictional couple will never, even in their old age, forget. “Two For the Road” is a good movie, not a great movie, because Mark (played by Albert Finney) simply cannot compete with Joanne (Audrey Hepburn) in the emotion and empathy departments. Mark comes across as self-centered, ambitious and in a great hurry to be successful. Joanna has the eyes, the smile and the vulnerability to make us care about her happiness. Mark does not. All of which leads me me
to an encounter, yesterday, as Susan and I raced up U.S. 17 on our way to the Southport Ferry. We got a late start, were distracted, and I was worried because I wanted to catch the 3:15 ferry that transports one from Southport, N.C. across the Cape Fear River to Fort Fisher, N.C. We didn’t depart Beaufort until 10:30, and I knew it was going to be a close thing. Unlike South Carolina, North Carolina operates ferryboats connecting it’s long Atlantic Coast and what are called the Outer Banks. Small, white-painted ferries run between Cedar Island and Ocracoke ($15); Swan Quarter and Ocracoke ($15); Currituck and Knotts; Cherry Branch and Minnesott Beach, and, finally, between Southport and Ft. Fisher ($7). These trips are cheap and
come with bathrooms and elevated decks providing a breathtaking panorama. The only thing lacking is a wine bar or a small trattoria where one might buy melon wrapped in thinly sliced prosciutto. And, importantly, only the Ocracoke crossings take reservations. As we drove north, I remembered this was a small boat, perhaps 40 cars at most, and it was first come, first served. I knew, as we drove through the architectural detritus of Myrtle Beach, that there was a good chance there wouldn’t be a space for us on the 3:15 ferry. When we reached the embarkation gate at Southport, the young female attendant said, “Stop, I think the boat is full. I’m going to check and see if there is any room.” “Its a Honda Accord,” she said into the radio connecting her with the crewman
in charge of loading. I tried to tell her we were driving a Honda Fit — a model that is smaller than the Accord — but she was listening to the crewman who was apparently measuring the remaining deck area. There was two, maybe three minutes of conversation and then I heard, “Send them on down.” We, of course, let out a 75-year-old “Yes!” and I maneuvered the Fit into a golf cart-sized spot on the stern. I know that we felt the same exhilaration that Mark and Joanna felt as they looked out from the drainage pipe. They were together, their romance would continue, and they were in motion.
Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com.
Why don’t we talk about white-on-white crime?
lack-on-Black violence is a regular concern in letters I receive from some readers. To these writers, Blacks all but invite police brutality. Excessive force is a necessary evil. Violence is in our nature, these writers insist. We even victimize each other! When I saw the viral video of the tipsy White woman telling a Black man we need to “wrestle” Black women into control and keep them in check, it felt like seeing those letters come to life. These attitudes are prejudiced and insulting, never mind inaccurate. The Bureau of Justice Statistics found most crimes happen between people of the same race, which makes sense since we all spend the most time with family or other people who are like us. Whites reported being victims of other whites at a rate (62 percent)
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any believe, and rightly so, that incurable diseases have been the major cause of death among modern humans. But the brilliance of American scientists, especially medical researchers and Big Pharma, now are saving the world from wholesale death from infectious diseases. Thanks to incredible advances in basic science, they have discovered a new and startlingly effective platform, messenger-RNA. This new genetic technology has opened heretofore tightly locked boxes hiding the secrets of diseases that have bedeviled humankind throughout history. In the wink of an eye in the typical timeline of vaccine production, which previously took years, herculean efforts from these scientists have produced billions of doses of incredibly effective Covid-vaccine — in the high 90 percentiles — that provide
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not substantially different than reported by Blacks about other Blacks (70 percent). But whoever talks about white-on-white crime? Who brings up white peoples’ failure to hold each other accountable for crimes that hurt them – and the rest of us, too, for that matter? The Jan. 6 insurrection is a glaring example. On every screen I saw, it was a sea of white faces ranting and raving, mocking and attacking police, breaching the Capitol and literally defecating on the symbols of everything they
claimed they hold dear. And the legislators who are gaslighting the public, lying about what happened? These lawmakers, some of whom likely are co-conspirators? Chalky white. Like Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, the Peach State’s resident pit-for-brains, who claims “the people who breached the Capitol on Jan. 6 are being abused” while being held to face the charges against them. She must be talking about the QAnon-spouting, horn-helmeted “shaman” who asked for and received an organic menu to choose from during his jail stint. Or the Texas woman who was granted a vacation to Mexico while she awaits trial. That ain’t exactly breaking rocks. And how is Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz still serving in Congress while he’s the target of a sex-trafficking probe?
Isn’t fighting pedophilia one of conservatives’ big issues? Right-wingers love accusing liberals of being pedophiles. When it’s one of their own, though, who might actually be one? Crickets. But he’s eggshell, so … These “Karens” siccing law enforcement on Black people who are birdwatching, holding cookouts, delivering packages or otherwise minding their own business? Blinding white. What about the people who manufactured cards saying they were excused from wearing masks during the worst of the pandemic? The cards were designed to look like they were official documents of … The Freedom to Breathe Agency? More like free-dumb to be a jerk. An ivory jerk. And they’re probably the same folks selling and buying fake vaccination cards. It’s one thing to object to the vaccines on principle – however
wrong you are – but where is the principle in buying a fake card so you aren’t deprived access given to those who got the shots? If you want to be a martyr, be committed! And after all this hubbub about critical race theory, school boards and legislators around the nation are proposing outlawing teaching anything critical of white people. Banned topics would include the women’s suffrage movement along with slavery, the Civil Rights Movement, eugenics, white supremacy and more. There is a way to teach about all of these without making white children feel guilty for the sins of the past, but if you can’t teach that the Ku Klux Klan was (and is) morally wrong, aren’t you implying that white supremacy is right?!? So yeah, from the outside looking in, White people
We know what works: Get vaccinated DAVID TAUB
near total protection from infection and ultimately death. Among Americans older than 65, 89 percent have had one vaccination and 80 percent two. Meanwhile, almost half of all Americans have not even received on injection of vaccine. The latest polls indicate that among unvaccinated American adults, 35 percent say they probably will not, and 45 percent say they definitely will not, get vaccinated — 80 percent combined. Many millions of our kinsmen are looking to use a free ticket to take a fast ride on a death train instead of getting vaccinated? Playing Russian Roulette with a 5-chambered
pistol? Good luck with that. Why are the “red” States of the Deep South leading the way — less than 40 percent are fully vaccinated? This sad reality is not coincidental; might we be seeing a cause and effect relationship? In the early 1950s, after the Salk polio vaccine was invented, but was not yet officially authorized, more than 600,000 mothers rushed to line up their children to receive the unproven polio vaccine. This was the high watermark of the American public’s strong belief in science (with a capital “S”). Since then, our nation’s trust in science has steady declined, with the able assistance of one of our two political parties. Science defeated small pox, chicken pox, polio, influenza, and numerous other disastrous human diseases. The proof of the safety and efficacy of our nation’s vaccine industry, overseen by the CDC and the FDA, is re-
sponsible for saving millions upon millions of our citizens from horrible physical consequences and death. Numbers do not lie, unlike those fools who have been spewing the sewage of another Big Lie, led, like herds of lemmings over the cliff of death, by the biggest liar of all, aided and abetted by a certain so-called TV “news” channel. A simple but deadly mutation in SARS-CoV-2, has produced a new, apparently deadlier and more easily transmitted variation – DELTA. The original was bad enough; it bequeathed to us more than 600,000 American lives lost, and more than four million deaths world-wide. What might we expect from cousin Delta, which is now bulldozing America into a new Covid-19 pandemic, steamrolling into every corner of the country, on the heels of our misplaced belief that we had conquered Covid-19?
I just don’t understand this lunacy that defies logic and rational thinking. People doing what is clearly not best for themselves is sometimes called suicide. What is it that unvaccinated folks do not understand? If we needed a classic example of “folly,” as defined by one of our great historical writers, Barbara Tuchman, this is it. Infected with the disease of stupidity, our unvaccinated citizens do not just harm themselves; they are directly harming the rest of us, who had the good common sense to get vaccinated. The economy is already being impacted negatively as many businesses have again shut down, some perhaps forever; hospitals are overflowing with Delta infections, thus preventing folks with other serious maladies from getting adequate medical care. These depressingly low rates of immunization will prevent the country from reaching “herd immunity,” thereby
seem to be able to do what they want! And get away with it! I mean, that’s what I see on MSNBC and YouTube and, and, and … and I’d be a fool if I let any of that make me believe all White people are inherently bad. Too many people are all too willing to make those types of assumptions about other people, based on bad information or worse, none at all. We are all human, born perfect into an imperfect world. We all get to choose whether we will try to make that world better or let it make us worse. I wish some of the people who write to me, and the people who fill their heads with poison, would choose to be better. Terry E. Manning lives and works in Savannah, Ga. He is a Clemson graduate and worked for 20 years as a journalist. He can be reached at teemanning@gmail.com.
causing many more thousands of needless deaths. Delta is not last year’s Covid-19. It is deadlier and much more easily spread; the number of Delta-caused cases have tripled in the past three weeks alone. Evolution did not produce the magnificence of the human brain to be wasted on such utter foolishness. Where is plain old common sense when we need it most? We know what works: Vaccines and putting them into our bodies. Get vaccinated now or face The Grim Reaper head on. After infection, it will be too little, and way too late. Catching the last train to Boot Hill? The choice is yours. “Well, all I know is what I read in the newspapers.” – Will Rogers. David M. Taub was Mayor of Beaufort from 1990 through 1999 and served as a Beaufort County Magistrate from 2010 to 2015. You can reach him at david.m.taub42@gmail.com.
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A closer look at VA dental health care
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his article describes VA dental care benefits and the stateof-the-art Dental Clinic at the Ralph H. Johnson VA Medical Center’s North Charleston Annex. All veterans receive coverage for most care and services, but only some will qualify for added benefits like dental care. The full list of a veteran’s covered benefits depends on: the Vet’s priority group, the advice of the Vet’s primary care provider, and the medical standards for treating any health conditions the veteran has. Read about VA Priority Groups 1 through 8 at https://www.va.gov/ health-care/eligibility/priority-groups/. Veterans in the Lowcountry of S.C. and Georgia are fortunate to be living Ralph H. Johnson VA Health Care System’s (RHJVAHCS) area (catchment) of care. The ultra-modern RHJVAHCS Dental Clinic is located on the first floor, of the North Charleston Clinic, at 6450 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, S.C. 29406. The dental clinic has 19 dental chairs and a staff of
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the highest qualified doctors, three hygienists, seven dental assistants, and a lab technician. The Ralph Johnson VA Dental Clinic phone number is 843-818-5103. The VA’s North Charleston Dental Clinic and is equipped state-of-the-art dental equipment including a three-dimensional CT Scanner, digitized x-ray, and other modernized dental equipment. The clinic can digitally scan for nightguards, dentures, crowns, implants, and bridgework, which makes for a better patient experience, shortens the timetable of care, and makes work more accurate and safer. The clinic is also on the cutting edge of digital printing and is working to become a national hub for dental printing services. The Ralph Johnson Dental Clinic does dental cleanings and complex
periodontal care, fluoride treatments, fillings, bite adjustments, crowns, bridgework, dentures, gum and bone surgery, and implant therapy. Recruitment for a root canal specialist (endodontists) is in-progress, which will make the clinic a full-service operation. The one thing the clinic does not do, because it is not authorized by law, is orthodontics unless it is well-documented that it is needed by a service-connected disability. The normal working hours of the RHJVAHCS Dental Clinic are from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Emergency dental care is provided nights, weekends, and holidays through the RHJVAHCS Medical Center Emergency Room or the private sector, after a referral from the Community Care Office. The RHJVAHCS Medical Center is at 109 Bee Street, Charleston, S.C. 29401. The Ralph Johnson Medical Center phone number is 843-577-5011 and 888-8786884. Most dental problems are not emergent in nature and those that are emergencies,
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will usually be handled by the RHJVAHCS Oral Surgeon. The Ralph Johnson VA Dental Clinic Oral Surgeon is also the Director of the Residency Program at the Medical University of S.C. (MUSC). Even under COVID conditions, where the clinic only worked 11 chairs and forced to work at 75 percent capacity, the average wait time for routine visits at the VA dental clinic is 18.2 days. These wait times are better than the private sector average weight time. RHJVAHCS Dental Clinic seldom has to has to cancel a dental appointment and they make every effort to see a patient the veteran whose
appointment was canceled within a few days. The Ralph Johnson VA Dental Clinic generally sees its patients every six months for their cleaning appointments. For significantly, periodontally compromised patients with co-morbidities, the clinic often sees them as needed and frequently every four months. Currently there are no dental services offered at the other Ralph Johnson’s other six Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCS). However, it is possible that dental services may be added in the future to one or more of the CBOCs in Myrtle Beach, Beaufort and Savannah, Ga.
You can read more about VA dental care and the dental care benefits at https:// www.va.gov/health-care/ about-va-health-benefits/ dental-care/. Veterans may qualify for some or all of their dental care depending on several factors, including the vet’s military service history, current health, and living situation. To be continued next week in the Aug. 12, edition of The Island News.
Larry Dandridge is a Vietnam War era wounded warrior, a combat and 100 percent disabled veteran, an ex-Enlisted Infantryman, an Ex-Warrant Officer Attack Helicopter Pilot and Test-pilot, and a retired Lt. Colonel. He is a past Veterans Service Officer, and a current volunteer Patient Adviser, CEO Advisory Council Member, and Patient and Family Advisory Committee Member at the RHJ VA Health Care System. He is also the Fisher House Charleston volunteer Good Will Ambassador and the VP for Veteran and Retiree Affairs for the Coastal Carolina Army Association of the U.S. Army (AUSA) Chapter. Larry is the author of the award-winning, non-fiction, and action-packed BLADES OF THUNDER (Book One) and contributing free-lance writer with The Island News. You can email him at LDandridge@earthlink.net.
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Recruit Training Regiment, Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island, South Carolina, 6 August 2021 Recruit Training Regiment • Commanding Officer, Colonel B. W. Ward 1st Recruit Training Battalion • Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel M. C. Rock Commander of Troops, Capt M. S. Rosetto • Parade Adjutant, Capt A. J. Kraft Jr. Company “C”, 1st Recruit Training Battalion • Commanding Officer, Captain A. J. Kraft Jr. Drill Masters • Gunnery Sergeant I. J. Woods, Gunnery Sergeant M. Garcia 4th Recruit Training Battalion • Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel A. R. Dones Commander of Troops, Capt M. S. Rosetto • Parade Adjutant, Capt A. J. Kraft Jr. Company “N”, 4th Recruit Training Battalion • Commanding Officer, Captain M. S. Roseto Drill Master • Staff Sergeant L. Banhegyesi PLATOON 1056
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$1,850,000
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