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‘Old Bessie’ vs. one old pole

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New large pipes underneath the Spanish Moss Trail add tremendous drainage capacity during storms and heavy rains. Submitted photo.

Happy birthday to the OLT

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BEAUFORT he Beaufort County Open Land Trust celebrated its 50th anniversary last weekend on the bluff of the Bay Street, where its mission began. As the state’s first land trust program, the OLT was the brain child of three friends concerned about the changing face of the Lowcountry as development threatened more and more open spaces, vistas that make the area the natural jewel it is. Betty Logan Waskiewicz, John Trask Jr. and the late Marguerite Waterhouse Broz joined forces, brought their friends and other concerned citizens into the effort and purchased a home site on the bluff to protect the open view of the Beaufort River and marshes for all to enjoy. A working relationship with Beaufort County, through the Rural and Critical Lands Preservation Program, has enabled the preservation and protection of more than 25,000 acres of land throughout the county and neighboring counties. Most recently, OLT partnered with the county to create the Widgeon Point Preserve on S.C. 170 and the Broad and Chechessee Rivers. The nonprofit’s staff and volunteers were instrumental in the fight against proposed development of Bay Point Island, a project still in litigation as the developers protest the county’s Zoning Board of Appeals rejection. They helped negotiate an agreement with the developers of Whitehall on Lady’s Island for reduced construction. Since 1968, the Trust has worked with movie producer Joel Silver, owner of Auldbrass Plantation near Yemassee, in an agreement that preserves the Frank Lloyd Wright designed plantation buildings and makes them open for ticketed tours every two years as a fundraising effort to support the OLT projects. As another fundraiser, the Trust’s popular SEA ISLAND SEASONS cookbook remains in print since 1980. The list of accomplishments goes on and on and hopefully will for another 50 years. Citizens have spoken – playgrounds for Southside Park BEAUFORT – Speaking of parks and open spaces, the Beaufort City Council now has a detailed wish list for the popular Southside Park. The key is going to be how to pay for it. A citizen’s task force which has been working since the beginning of the year reported their findings last week to the City Council. And while

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Ceremony marks completion of Mossy Oaks stormwater project Bunny Winkler stands earlier this week next to the utility pole that fell on her car on Christmas Day 2020. Photo by Mindy Lucas.

No one claims outdated utility pole that smashes family car By Mindy Lucas When Bunny Winkler woke up Christmas morning in 2020, she got a present she wasn’t exactly expecting. An old utility pole had fallen and smashed the back end of her car. But not just any car. It was “Old Bessie” – the Beaufort family’s 2007 Honda CR-V. A workhorse of a car, Old Bessie had more than 160,000 miles on her but had never let Winkler or her family down. She took the kids to school and back, to music lessons and to softball practice. She carried groceries from the grocery store and faithfully performed all the duties a “mom taxi,” as Winkler called it, usually performs without fail. But now Old Bessie sat wounded in the family’s driveway, her rear windows smashed, her once gleaming black roof now dented inward. “It was my baby,” Winkler said, as she recently recounted

Winkler’s 2007 Honda had its rear window smashed and its roof crushed when a utility pole fell on Christmas Day. Photo courtesy of Bunny Winkler. what happened after the utility pole with loose wires came

It was my baby,” Bunny Winkler,

on her damaged Honda

crashing down on top of Old Bessie, effectively ending the car’s long run. It all started when some

contractors who were cutting trees in the Mossy Oaks neighborhood in mid-December caused some wires from the pole to fall down across Winkler’s car and driveway. The lines also tore a few shingles off her home’s roof as they fell. Winkler knows because she was sitting in her bedroom

From staff reports When you set out to do something big and difficult, and not only do you finish, but you finish on time and under budget, that’s cause for celebration. That’s just what the City of Beaufort and other entities involved in the Mossy Oaks Stormwater Project are doing Thursday, May 6. A ribbon-cutting will be held at 10 a.m. to celebrate the completion of the project. The ceremony will be held at the Spanish Moss Trail where it crosses Rodgers Drive. “Completing this project is a great accomplishment,” Beaufort Mayor Stephen Murray said in a news release. “This stormwater project is already providing relief for homeowners in Mossy Oaks, who are seeing much less flooding impacting their yards and homes during heavy storms and king tides. It’s a great tribute to all the partners who worked together so effectively to make this happen.” The stormwater project kicked off in 2017, when the Multijurisdictional Mossy Oaks Drainage Task Force was formed to address the issue of repeated flooding in the Mossy Oaks neighborhood. The area, comprising approximately 550 acres, was subject to flooding during heavy rains, king tides and storm surges. An engineering study identified factors such as inefficient drainage structures and poor drainage patterns. Other complicating issues included homes built on slabs, along

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Replaced but not forgotten

Old Harbor River Bridge still has a role to play in Lowcountry

The old Harbor River Bridge will be dismantled, and steel and concrete from the old bridge will be transported offshore to create artificial reefs for recreational fishing. File photo by Bob Sofaly.

By Tess Malijenovsky The old Harbor River Bridge, recently replaced by a new fixed-span bridge on Sea Island Parkway (U.S. 21), will soon become a part of the only managed deepwater artificial reef on the East Coast, the South Carolina Memorial Reef. The riveted through truss swing bridge connecting St. Helena to

Harbor, Hunting, and Fripp Islands was a locally cherished landmark built in 1939 at the start of World War II. There are only seven moveable bridges left in South Carolina, one of them being the Woods Memorial Bridge in downtown Beaufort. While some locals are disappointed to see this piece of history removed, hoping it would remain as a fishing pier, others support the idea of the bridge living a second life under the sea enhancing saltwater marine fisheries and boosting

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sport fishing tourism for the state's coastal economy. Sen. George "Chip" Campsen is one of those supporters. He spearheaded the efforts to re-purpose the old swing bridge into an offshore artificial reef by teaming up with the board of the S.C. Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series to raise funds to acquire the old bridge from its owner. “We approached Mr. Jim Tripplett, who’s the owner of the compa-

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League of Women Voters brings storytellers to meeting From staff reports Have you ever listened to speeches with charts, graphs, and statistics and wondered what all that information meant to real people? Have you ever heard a story about real people and thought about what that story meant to you? Stories are slices of information with faces and hearts and feelings. We often use stories to illustrate how things “used to be” and how things “can be.” At 6 p.m., Thursday, May 13, the League of Women Voters Beaufort, S.C. Area will host its May meeting

Verdier House open for tours The Historic Beaufort Foundation’s flagship property, the John Mark Verdier House, closed since February for renovations, will reopen with a ribbon-cutting on Saturday, May 8. Beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, tours of the house will be free. – Staff reports

online, presenting “experts,” who will share how they use stories to transform presentations, policies and positions into the living, the personal, and the memorable. During the program, We All Have a Story—What’s Yours? the League’s specially-invited “storytellers,” Cassandra King Conroy, C. Scott Graber, and The Rev. Roy Tripp, will talk about how they apply stories in their own professions and how we can learn from their experience. The storytellers, all Beaufort residents, employ their storytelling skills in three very different ways: Cassandra King Conroy,

weaves her stories of Southern drama, struggle, change and triumph into best-selling novels. Scott Graber is a lawyer who writes popular columns columns filled with memories, anecdotes and lessons learned for The Island News. At Port Royal’s St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, its rector Roy Tripp’s Sunday homilies apply stories from ancient writings to respond to our present-day hopes and needs. Although the Zoom meeting is free and open to the public, advance registration is required by accessing the Facebook page at the League of Women Voters

SCGOP announces convention plans

From staff reports The South Carolina Republican Party Executive Committee voted on Wednesday night, April 28 to have a hybrid in-person state convention on Saturday, May 15. According to a release from the S.C Republican Party (SCGOP), per state law and SCGOP rules, the Party reorganizes every two years, with precinct meetings throughout March, county

conventions in April, and state convention in May. Roughly 1,400 people, at a minimum, from across the state typically attend the state convention – delegates, alternates, and guests. The state Executive Committee voted to require each county party to caucus in-person by county and cast their votes through paper ballots at a local meeting on May 15. County to-

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May 6 – Beaufort County Council – Administrator Final Budget Workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, for meeting information check beaufortcountysc.gov May 6 – Beaufort County Design Review Board, 2:30 p.m., for meeting information check beaufortcountysc.gov

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Beaufort Area, or typing the following link: https://bit.ly/3njbSgJ. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the meeting. Email questions or comments to lwvbeaufort@gmail.com. The mission of LWVB, now numbering nearly 100 members, is to be a nonpartisan source of credible voter information and civic education in Northern Beaufort County; to provide all candidates with a platform to express their positions on community issues; and for every eligible person to be empowered, to be informed, to be registered and to vote.

May 6 – Beaufort County Parks and Recreation Board, 2:30 p.m., watch on The County Channel May 6 – Lady’s Island Plan Implementation Committee, 3 p.m., for meeting information check beaufortcountysc.gov May 10 – Beaufort County Council Caucus, 5 p.m., watch on

The County Channel May 10 – Beaufort County Council Regular Session, 6 p.m., watch on The County Channel May 11 – Beaufort City Council, Work Session, 5 p.m., Regular Meeting, 7 p.m., watch via Zoom or on the city’s Facebook page May 12 – Beaufort County Li-

tals will be reported to the Credentials Committee in Columbia. A representative from each county will serve on the Credentials Committee. At the state convention, 870 state delegates will conduct party business and elect SCGOP state leadership – Chairman, 1st Vice Chairman, 2nd Vice Chairman, and 3rd Vice Chairman – by a majority vote.

brary Board, 4 p.m., watch on The County Channel May 12 – City of Beaufort’s Historic District Review Board, 2-5 p.m., watch via Zoom or on the city’s Facebook page Meetings are updated as of press time and do not reflect any last minute cancellations.

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JOB TITLE You’ll never find our nurses on the sidelines. Even in these challenging times, on the front lines is where they choose to be. Now as always, they know that hard work is inherently part of their profession. And they willingly take it on. National Nurses Week is celebrated each year from May 6 through May 12—the birthday of Florence Nightingale—to recognize nurses for their essential role in patient care and invaluable contributions to the well-being of communities everywhere. This year, designated “the year of the nurse” by the World Health Organization, we pay special tribute to our superlative nurses at Beaufort Memorial, and to nurses around the world, who with courage and kindness continue to comfort and heal. There are no words sufficient to thank them for what they do. They’re all miracle workers.

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Tickets available for Auldbrass tour

Yemassee plantation built by 2 Frank Lloyd Wright; proceeds benefit Open Land Trust

From staff reports The Beaufort Open Land Trust's 2021 Auldbrass Tours will be held Thursday, Nov. 4, Friday, Nov. 5 and Saturday, Nov. 6, and tickets are now available. Daily tours to run from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and proceeds from the tour benefit the Beaufort County Open Land Trust. Tickets are $175, and there are no refunds. About Auldbrass Auldbrass, located at 7 River Road in Yemassee, was built in 1939 for C. Leigh Stevens, a Michigan industrialist, by Frank Lloyd Wright. Wright famously designed the residential structure without any right angles. He was supposedly inspired by the lean of the live oak trees found

Auldbrass, located at 7 River Road in Yemassee, was built in 1939 for C. Leigh Stevens, a Michigan industrialist, by Frank Lloyd Wright. Photo provided. throughout the local region. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation describes the property as a “4,000-acre tract of land on the banks of the Combahee River, the plan-

tation is one of the largest and most complex residential projects Wright ever undertook.” Wright is arguably the most famous architect in American history.

Auldbrass Plantation was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1976 and is one of only two buildings Wright designed in South Carolina. The other is

an additional residential project called Broad Margin in Greenville. About the tour The division of tickets into morning and afternoon is to assist with the flow of the main house portion of the tour. A buyer of a morning ticket has the ability to tour the main house from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The ticket holder may stay on property longer, but the ticket restricts the ticket holder to the Main House portion of the tour during the morning session. A buyer of an afternoon ticket has the ability to tour the main house from 12:31 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. The ticket holder may come earlier or stay on property longer, but the ticket restricts the ticket holder to the Main House portion of the tour during the afternoon session. Ticket holders are permitted just one tour through the main house. All other areas of the property are open and may be toured at the ticket

holder’s leisure. Important information about the sales and tour: • Tickets are sold on a first come- first served basis; • The tour is mostly self-guided; • The Main House tour is guided with groups of 12; • Rain or shine event; • No children under the age of 12; • No strollers; • No coolers; • No pets; • No smoking; • No interior photos; • Walking tour – Absolutely no third-party sales. There is no lunch on the property. However, Lowcountry Produce is offering a 10 percent discount with proof of ticket or event brochure on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite. com/e/auldbrass-tours-2021tickets-151537892917.

Beaufort to ‘strongly encourage’ wearing of masks

From staff reports Though the City of Beaufort’s mandatory mask/face covering ordinance, implemented last year to help prevent the spread of Covid-19, expired at 11:59 p.m. April 30, the City Council passed an emergency ordinance

last week strongly encouraging individuals to continue to wear masks in buildings opened to the public going forward. The ordinance was passed at the Tuesday, April 27 meeting. The City continues to seek

guidance from doctors and leadership at Beaufort Memorial Hospital as it modifies its emergency ordinances related to Covid-19. Vaccines are readily available in Beaufort County for anyone 16 years old or above, and the South Carolina Department of

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The Historic Port Royal Museum

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.

Beaufort Sportfishing and Diving Club’s May meeting

6 p.m., Thursday, May 13, Beaufort Yacht Club's new deck on Lady’s Island off Meridian Road. The social will be from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m.

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the report carried no price tag, city officials have already said they may be grants to support the improvements. Structured playgrounds made the top of the list but the 1,171 survey respondents also gave high priority to improved walking trails and

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from page A1 ny that built the bridge, about not selling the bridge for scrap but to set it on a barge, take it offshore, sink it, and create an artificial reef," said Sen. Campsen. “Mr. Tripplett was great to negotiate with but basically we had to get him to agree to this because he owned the bridge. In the future, I convinced DOT that they’re going to retain ownership of a bridge with a superstructure like this bascule bridge so that we can add to our artificial reef system.” The senator is an avid billfish sports fisherman himself who participates in the S.C. Governor’s Cup Billfishing Series. His team set a new tournament record for most

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Dues and renewals will continue on the same monthly system prior to the pandemic. The porch bar will be utilized and Club restrooms will be available. The BS&D Club's Best Charter Captain, (two years in a row), Christopher Mattson, will discuss Cobia: how, when, where, and why not; top water and deep water techniques, and rods and reels, and appropriate nets. Guests are welcome. Reservations are not needed. For additional information, contact Captain Frank Gibson at 843-5222122 or email fgibson@islc.net.

Ancestor of the Land – Rufus Daniel Mitchell

5 to 8 p.m., Thursday, May 20, Beaufort Arts Council, Mather Campus, Technical College of the Lowcountry, 921 Ribault Road, Building 1. A Tribute by Bernice Mitchel Tate, Andy Tate and Dr. Derek Mitchell

Health & Environmental Control estimates that 48 percetn of Beaufort County residents (in that age range) have received at least one vaccine. The number of new cases of Covid in the county has also dropped significantly. The new ordinance speci-

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.

Northern Beaufort County Democratic Club meetings

6:30 to 8 p.m., Thursdays, May 20, June 17, July 15, Washington Street Park. After a year of masks, social distancing, hygiene measures and vaccinations (you have yours, right?), we can finally meet in person. Meetings at the beautiful, newly refurbished Washington Street Park at the corner of Washington Street and Newcastle Street in Beau-

fies that restaurants and retail establishments can continue to require their employees to wear masks. Business owners can also set their own policies requiring customers to wear masks. The City of Beaufort will continue to require members

fort. News about speakers will be coming soon.

LIVE After 5

5 to 8 p.m., Thursdays, May 20, June 17, July 15, downtown Beaufort. Every third Thursday of the month is downtown Beaufort’s newest 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, featuring Wayne Grabenbauer and Southbound 17.

CPR training

8 a.m to 12:30 p.m., Saturdays, May 29, June 12, July 10, 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

of the public to wear masks when coming to City Hall, the Police Department, or other City buildings. Municipal Court is also requiring masks. Beaufort County, the Town of Port Royal and the Town of Bluffton no longer have a mandatory mask mandate.

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.

CPR re-certification

8 a.m to 12:30 p.m., Saturdays, June 5, 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, 843-5229622. 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.

Masks off? BEAUFORT – The towns of Hilton Head Island and Yemassee – plus the public schools – are the only remaining entities in the county with a mask mandate, for now. Beaufort City Council last week voted unanimously to not continue the mask wear-

ing mandate although the replacement ordinance “encourages” citizens to wearing them. The vote came against recommendations from the CEO of Beaufort Memorial Hospital and the head of S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Controlm who happens to be a resident of the city. The council follows Port Royal, Bluffton and the county. Masks are still required in

courtrooms, per order of the state Chief Justice. The majority of Beaufort County Council two weeks ago wanted to extend the mask ordinance but because a “super majority” of eight votes was needed to do so, and only seven of the 11 were in agreement, the effort to extend failed and the mask ordinance went away. Hilton Head’s ordinance is set to expire May 16. Yemas-

see’s ordinance, May 9. To date, there have been no reports of tickets written or fines imposed for any violations.

the old bridge will be welded to a barge and then sunk 52 miles offshore between Charleston Harbor and St. Helena Sound at the South Carolina Memorial Reef. This is a designated 4-by-6-mile area roughly 300 to 450 ft deep where other structures, like shipping containers, culvert pipes, and tugboats, have already been sunk. It's one of many artificial reefs managed by the Marine Resources Division of the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), but it's the only deepwater artificial reef on the Atlantic Coast. Underwater, the old bridge will quickly become covered with algae, barnacles, corals, sponges and other marine organisms that create the basis of a food chain for marine ecosystems.

The structure also creates a safe haven for shrimp, crab, sea urchins, mollusks and other fish to take shelter, spawn and seek protection from larger predators. This prey attracts larger bottom fish, including species of concern like grouper and snapper. In turn, they attract pelagic fish that hunt along the surface. And these trophy fish — tuna, marlin, sailfish, mahi-mahi, wahoo — attract anglers and tourism dollars for the state. According to the senator, the truss of the swing bridge is ideal for an artificial reef because it has a lot of relief. "The superstructure on that bridge is probably 40 feet high,” he said. “You need a lot of elevation coming from the bottom that deep to create habitat for bottom fish, like

grouper and snapper.” According to SCDNR, artificial reefs are important to South Carolina’s marine life because the majority of the state’s continental shelf is a barren dessert — flat, featureless and made of sand. Only 10 percent is made of hard-bottom areas appropriate for natural reef formation, leading to considerable pressure by anglers and divers on those areas. The artificial reef where the old swing bridge is going, also known as “Charleston’s Deep Reef,” is the state’s first Type II Marine Protected Area. This prohibits bottom fishing for snapper and grouper while allowing trolling at the surface, giving grouper and snapper an opportunity to recover from overfishing. “We also have a need for

nearshore reefs,” said Sen. Campsen, who hopes the concrete rubble leftover from the bridge will be repurposed into a nearshore artificial reef 5 to 10 miles offshore in St. Helena Sound. These plans are still in negotiation. Over the next month, United Demolition will prepare the bridge for its trip offshore, salvaging what DOT can use and using underwater divers to burn the fender’s sheet pile in preparation for explosives. The truss will be cut in two, lashed onto a barge and moved in late May or early June, according to Brian Clark who is overseeing the bridge’s demolition.

the dog park, event pavilions and enhanced wetlands on the property. Also making the list was a splash pad, water foundations, restrooms and soccer fields. Requests for pickleball courts were a priority for some and will be one of several items shared with the county since the county and city work together on some athletic parks. What happens next with

the park’s development will be dictated by the upcoming annual budget talks.

points scored catching billfish in 2019. He is also the chairman of the Senate Fish, Game and Forestry Committee, which has jurisdiction over South Carolina’s laws for environmental protection and conservation (Title 48); waters, water resources and drainage (Title 49); fish, game, and watercraft (Title 50); and parks, recreation, and tourism (Title 51). "I’ve been offshore many times going over these reefs and you look at the sounder and it’s like a column of baitfish coming from the bottom that may be 100 feet or 150 feet tall that are congregating around the structure," said Sen. Campsen. "That attracts the big pelagic predator, like billfish, wahoo, and mahi-mahi." The steel superstructure of

Lolita Huckaby Watson is a community volunteer and former reporter/editor with The Beaufort Gazette, The Savannah Morning News, Bluffton Today, Beaufort Today and The Robesonia (Lumberton, NC). She can be reached at bftbay@ gmail.com.

Tess Malijenovsky is a journalist, columnist and photographer based in Beaufort, S.C. You can see more of her work at tessmalijenovsky.com or contact her at tessmalijenovsky@gmail.com.

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The benches are back in Beaufort

New benches, designed by local artists, to be unveiled Thursday

From staff reports The City of Beaufort and the Beaufort Cultural District will unveil on Thursday, May 6 the six new benches that will be added to the Cultural District’s Bench Project. The event will be held at 5 p.m. on the lawn at USC Beaufort’s Center for the Arts, and the public is invited to attend. The Bench Project began in 2019, when six artists were sponsored by various Beaufort organizations to design benches that celebrated the art, history, and culture of the Beaufort region. The six benches were placed in prominent places around downtown Beaufort, fulfilling both a practical and esthetic need. Earlier this year, the Cultural District Advisory Board accepted applications for sponsorships for six more benches. The sponsors and artists include: Beaufort Arts Council Artist: Diane Britton Dunham. Dunham’s paintings have been recognized interna-

Beaufort man arrested in carjacking incident By Mindy Lucas A Beaufort man wanted in connection with a carjacking on Shanklin Road in April, has been apprehended, officials say. Jonas Washington Jr., 22, was found at a home on CoinJonas bow Loop, Washington near Parris Jr. Island Gateway, in Burton, on Wednesday, April 28, after a bloodhound team led deputies with the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office to the home. Deputies had been searching for Washington in the area earlier in the day, according to a news release issued by the sheriff’s office. He was wanted in connection to a carjacking incident that occurred on April 22, the release stated. Washington was arrested on charges of first degree burglary, kidnapping and grand larceny and was taken to the Beaufort County Detention Center.

niques and the Gullah language to tell stories in his artwork. His bench, entitled “The Black Church,” memorializes the Tabernacle Baptist Church, which was founded in 1811, and in 1863 became the first Baptist church for African-Americans in Beaufort.

Pat Conroy Literary Center Artist: Aki Kato. Kato is a native of Yokohama, Japan, has lived in Beaufort since 2003. He has worked on numerous commissioned artworks for Pat Conroy and his family, and painted the large-scale mural at the Pat Conroy Literary Center. His bench evokes Conroy’s first book, “The Water is Wide,” a novel based on Conroy’s year as a teacher on Daufuskie Island.

Shawn Hill with City of Beaufort’s bench. tionally as a genuine illustration of the history and tradition of African-American Southern culture. Her bench celebrates The Mather School, founded in 1868 as a boarding school for black girls in the aftermath of emancipation. For 100 years, The Mather School offered interdisciplinary education. Its legacy lives on in the Technical College of the Lowcountry.

City of Beaufort Artist: Shawn Hill. Hill, a graphic designer and photographer, made photographs from around the City that illustrate the City’s commitment to ensure that Beaufort is a place where “history, charm and business thrive!” Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort Artist: Linda Silk Sviland.

Rev. Johnnie F. Simmons with Tabernacle Baptist Church’s bench. Sviland, a graphic artist who retired to Beaufort a couple of years ago, worked in acrylic latex to create a bench that has iconic scenes from the movie “Forrest Gump,” much of which was filmed in and around Beaufort.

Tabernacle Baptist Church Artist: Rev. Johnnie F. Simmons. Simmons, a Vietnam War veteran, grew up on St. Helena Island and is known as a Gullah artist. He uses paint and wood-burning tech-

Private donors Artist: Lisa Gilyard-Rivers. Gilyard-Rivers is known for her Gullah and heritage-themed works. Her bench captures the tranquil view of the downtown Waterfront Marina. The artwork conveys the Lowcountry sun as it shines down on the boats as they gently sway beside the marsh. On the back of the bench, a Gullah couple can be seen enjoying the view of the water near the oak tree-lined road.

Low Country KD raises $1,600 for CAPA From staff reports The Low Country Kappa Delta Alumnae chapter is celebrating its most successful charity event ever, raising nearly $1,600 for the Child Abuse Prevention Association of Beaufort (CAPA). Thirty KDs, their friends and families walked together on Hilton Head’s Coligny Beach last month. More than 50 individuals, families and teams also walked “virtually” or in their own neighborhoods. The Beach Walk is the latest in a series of fundraisers the Low Country Kappa Deltas have held to benefit CAPA. Over the past 12 years, the Alumnae Chapter has raised thousands of dollars for the nonprofit which serves families in the Lowcountry with residential and outreach programs. Last fall, the Low Country KDs collected school supplies for teens served by CAPA and also “cleaned their closets” for donations to the CAPA thrift store. The local alumnae have also earned two KiDs Grants, allowing CAPA to buy portable cribs for local parents and bedding

Low Country Kappa Delta Alumnae Chapter members and friends walked the beach in Hilton Head and raised $1,600 for Child Abuse Prevention of Beaufort (CAPA). The event at Coligny Beach was part of Kappa Delta’s annual, national campaign to help prevent child abuse. for its residential facilities. The Beach Walk fundraiser also raised nearly $400 for National Kappa Delta’s

Shamrock Project in support of Prevent Child Abuse America. The Low Country KD

Alumnae Chapter is a diverse group of community-minded women from Hilton Head, Bluffton, Okatie, Ridgeland

and Beaufort. The Low Country Chapter is one of 224 active Kappa Delta alumnae chapters across the country.

Beaufort County millage rate delayed until beginning of June

From staff reports Beaufort County Chief Financial Officer Whitney Richland announced Friday, April 30 that, due to previous delays in the revision of the debt millage on tax bills, the County tax roll value and corresponding value of a mil will not be set and released to County stakeholders until the beginning of June. In previous years, this information would have been available in April, and the County would have met with others to aid in revenue pro-

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with ditches overgrown with vegetation. Construction on the project began last August, following a long permitting process

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jections for the upcoming fiscal year. “When staff was first made award of this situation, County Administration as well as Assessor Ebony Sanders accommodated the necessary revisions to tax bills by complying with the requirement to cease other changes to the tax roll, such as changes from 6 percent to 4 percent,” County Chief Financial Officer Whitney Richland said in a news release. “Because this delay impacts so many of our partners — municipalities,

fire districts, school board, to name just a few — we wanted to acknowledge this delay, recognize and apologize for the inconvenience to all stakeholders. Beaufort County Council and staff understand that this delay has far reaching effects as all stakeholders rely on this information each year when developing their respective budgets.” “My office is working diligently to process changes to assessed values and also add new construction both of which affect the value of

the County tax roll, and consequently, the value of a mil for the 2021 tax year,” County Assessor Ebony Sanders said. “Although the time frame for processing these changes and providing this information is delayed this year, my staff is carefully processing each application so that all taxpayers are treated fairly and equitably, and their interests are protected.” At this time, the updated numbers are expected to be available the beginning of June. Beaufort County Coun-

cil members have been informed of the delay. The Mayors of Yemassee, Port Royal, Beaufort, Bluffton and Hilton Head Island and other stakeholders will be contacted by either County CFO Whitney Richland or Interim County Administrator Eric Greenway who will share updates and answer questions. “This is an unfortunate and obviously unanticipated delay. We’ve contacted County Council members personally and I’m working closely with both Miss Richland and Miss

Sanders and their department staffs, to make sure we are working together as a team,” Interim County Administrator Eric Greenway said. “Again, we recognize the implications of this information delay and are doing everything possible to make sure the budgetary impact to our stakeholders and ultimately County taxpayers, is kept to a minimum. I’m confident the millage will be set the beginning of June and budgets will be set for the new fiscal year, beginning July 1.”

involving federal and state agencies. The construction involved extensive work in two areas: Basin 1 – the northside of the neighborhood, and Basin 2, the south side. Truluck Construction Inc. and Gulfstream Construction Co. were awarded separate contracts for the work.

The work involved installing large drainage pipes at correct elevations throughout the neighborhood to better direct drainage, and the installation of two tidal flap gates on Battery Creek along the Spanish Moss Trail to control the flow of water into and out of the marsh during heavy rains.

The total cost of the project is $8 million, with $1.5 million coming from two grants, $580,000 coming from partners on the project, and the balance of $5.9 million coming from bond proceeds. The project came in almost $500,000 under budget, thanks to partnerships and the efficient and

prudent management of the project, Beaufort Finance Director Kathy Todd said. Besides the City of Beaufort, partners on the project included the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers; the South Carolina departments of Commerce, Transportation, and Health & Environmental Control; Beau-

fort County; the Town of Port Royal; Beaufort Jasper Water & Sewer Authority; Dominion Energy, the Coastal Conservation League, and the Low Country Council of Governments. The public in invited to attend the ceremony, although there is limited parking.

NEWS

Beaufort Memorial will continue to require masks Precautions will remain in place to protect patients and staff

From staff reports Beaufort County and the City of Beaufort may have recently decided against ex-

tending mask mandates, but Beaufort Memorial Hospital is staying the course. Beaufort Memorial Hospital (BMH) will maintain masking, screening and other precautions for patients, visitors and staff to prevent the spread of viruses and infections and based on CDC rec-

ommendations for healthcare settings. The announcement came Friday, April 30 in a news release. “Healthcare settings like Beaufort Memorial treat patients who are often sick or immunocompromised and, therefore, at higher risk for

viruses and infections of all kinds, including COVID-19,” BMH President and CEO Russell Baxley said in a news release. “It is our mission and our duty to ensure that everyone who enters our facilities is safe and protected, which is why we will continue to require masking for all.”

Though area governments and municipalities will allow broad mask mandates to expire, businesses still maintain the authority to enforce masking in their facilities. Patients and visitors can expect to be screened for symptoms and temperature before entering a facility. Pa-

5 movies perfect for Mother's Day

Provided by Hargray Mother's Day is coming up, so mark your calendars and remember to schedule lunch or call your mom! We all know moms are superhumans who deserve more than one day a year dedicated to them, but this holiday is a special day to honor the moms in your life. Whether you are spending the holiday with your family or not, there are ways to celebrate moms even if just in spirit. Here are five movies that capture various tales of motherhood:

Mamma Mia Meryl Streep shines as the mother in this musical about a daughter searching to find out who her father is. This mother must take a trip down memory lane when her daughter invites all three men to her wedding. To top it all off, the film takes place on a beautiful Greek Island. The Blind Side Based on the 2006 book

by Michael Lewis, this movie is both heart-wrenching and heartwarming. It tells the touching tale of a mother who steps up to be more than a guardian, but a mom, to a homeless teenager. Sandra Bullock portrays a strong, selfless, and dedicated mother figure. Life as We Know It After a disastrous first date, this rom-com follows two godparents who are confident they are not a match unexpectedly become their goddaughter's caretakers. The two must put aside their differences and learn to step up to co-parent a baby girl they both love.

Steel Magnolias Loved by many, this adaptation of Robert Harling's 1987 play explored the bond a group of women share in a southern small-town and their experience mourning the death of one of their own. Julia Roberts and Dol-

ly Parton shine in this comedy-drama that will bring laughs and maybe even some tears. Freaky Friday This classic from the early 2000s tells the hilarious

story of a mother and teenage daughter who don't get along and suddenly switch bodies and get a taste of what it is like to live in each other's shoes. This dramatic comedy is full of laughs and relatable moth-

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from page A1 watching TV at the time and had a clear view of the action outside. “I could see them out there working on the tree,” she said, referring to a scrub tree in front of her neighbor’s house. As Winkler and most everyone in Beaufort knew, Dominion had work crews in the area cutting trees back from power lines. But mostly they were trimming or pruning back vegetation along North Street, Winkler said. This tree, however, was being completely cut down and removed. So when the lines came down on Winkler’s home and car, naturally she wanted to know what the workers outside were planning to do about it, and if she should be concerned about any live wires. “I walked out there with my hands on my hips and said, ‘Excuse me,’” she said, in what can only be described as an unusually laid back tone given the situation. The men indicated they would put the lines back, which they did, but not before one of them poked and prodded around the base of the pole with his work boot. Winkler could see that the pole was wobbly at the base, but if they weren’t concerned about it she wouldn’t be either, she thought. Some days later, however, on Christmas Day, the family woke to realize the pole had come down in the night and had smashed their beloved Bessie on her side. The pole was lying beside the car in the family’s small front yard facing North Street and the car’s back windows were smashed. “I said, blankity, blank, blank, Merry Christmas to me,” Winkler said. So Winkler took some photos and after the holidays started making calls. And that’s when the real problems began. No one, it seems, would claim the pole.

On Tuesday, May 4 – 4 months and 9 days after it fell on Christmas Day 2020 – a Dominion Energy crew showed up at Bunny Winkler’s North Street home to collect a utility pole that damaged Winkler’s car. Photo courtesy of Bunny Winkler. After many calls to Dominion Energy, customer service representatives told her the pole wasn’t theirs. She also tried calling the City of Beaufort and they too said the same thing – not theirs. Winkler didn’t believe the pole was hers, but if it was, she just wanted to know that so she can figure out how to have it removed. If it wasn’t, she wanted to know that too, so the right company or entity could take responsibility and come get the pole. “If indeed it’s someone other than me, I want them to take responsibility,” she said recently. “And if it’s me, then so be it.” Winkler also happened to take a photo of the work truck belonging to the work crew out cutting trees the first time the line came down. She took the photo in case she needed to follow up on the downed line. A plate number on the truck is registered to the Columbia, Miss.-based tree cutting company “Looks Great Services.” Calls and messages left by a reporter through the company’s main number listed on its website went unreturned, but a call to a foreman was answered. That

individual said he would investigate the incident. As of press time on Tuesday, neither the paper or the homeowner had heard from the company. A call to Dominion’s media line resulted in a call back from Senior Communications Specialist Paul Fischer who asked for more information and promised to look into Winkler’s situation. In an email sent on Tuesday, Fischer said the company’s lines were removed from the pole in 2009 and that often other utility lines, such as telephone and cable TV lines, remain attached to poles once electric lines were removed, requiring the pole to remain in place until “all attachments are removed.” He said the company was “actively working with the local telecommunications company.” He also said and that Dominion would send a crew to remove the pole from in front of the customer’s home and apologized for the delay in resolving the incident. However, there was no mention in the email of what the company plans to do, if anything, about Winkler’s roof or car. In addition, the compa-

ny did not answer specific questions about whether it has any policies or protocols in place if a subcontractor working in the area sees or causes a pole to become loose around a homeowner’s property. Are they to flag that pole, for example, or notify a foreman on the job to prevent property damage or worse from happening, should the pole fall? Winkler doesn’t necessarily blame Dominion for the pole coming down, she said, but these older poles, located directly next to the newer taller power line poles, can be seen throughout the neighborhood. So surely someone must be responsible for their upkeep, she reasoned. “We are continuing to review this incident,” Fischer said in an email. “The safety of the general public and our employees remains our top priority. We have also reached out directly to the customer, and will continue to work with her to further resolve this issue.” As of press time on Tuesday, Winkler said she had heard from Fischer as well, but only once and it was to say a work crew would be by to remove the pole. In the meantime, it’s been

er-daughter moments. You can find these and other movies on TV channels such as AMC, Hallmark, and HBO or stream them without buffering using the Fastest Internet in Town.

four months since the pole smashed her vehicle and Winkler has pretty well given up on anyone taking responsibility for the pole or what happened to her car. And it hasn’t been easy – going without a car. A single mom with one child still at home, Winkler relied on Old Bessie to take her 11-year-old to school or pick up groceries or do any of the things busy parents normally do. And with limited liability coverage, there was no replacing the car through insurance, she said. So last week Winkler finally had the car hauled away to the salvage yard and went and purchased a 2017 Kia Sportage. She hasn’t given the new car a name yet. “I figured Ok, let’s face facts,” she said. “This is probably going to be too expensive to repair or more than it’s actually worth so the best bet is to get it out of here. I’m sure my neighbors will appreciate not looking at in anymore and I have to let go.” Still, Winkler was disappointed about the loss of “her baby.” “It was the first new car I ever bought,” she said sounding nostalgic. After all, the family had had a lot of good times in the car, from the road trips back home to Myrtle Beach each year to just running errands with the kids around town. Though Old Bessie was a little long in the tooth, Winkler had taken such good care of her that her mechanic had said she could easily get another 10-15 years out of it. But all that’s gone now in the blink of an eye. Or the downing of a pole. And the unsightly pole which laid along the sidewalk on North Street for the last four months? A work crew from Dominion finally came and collected it Tuesday afternoon as this paper was going to press. Mindy Lucas is the Beaufort reporter for The Island News and is a staff writer for Lowcountry Weekly. She can be reached at mindy.islandnews@ gmail.com.

tients and visitors who have proof of full vaccination may bypass screening checks if they do not have symptoms. Complete visitor information, including visitor hours, entrance closures and safe care precautions, is available at www.beaufortmemorial. org.

Pandemic cancels 8th Birthday For The Birds From staff reports Citing attendees’ safety and health for the eighth celebration of the Birthday for the Bird’s event, Town of Port Royal Officials and the Friends of Port Royal Cypress Wetlands board canceled the event that had been scheduled for May 1, 2021. According to a release, the community’s safety and well-being are of the utmost importance, and although disappointing, the celebration will continue next year. The Birthday for the Birds was the brainchild of Pete Richards, whose love of birding created his mission of “the importance of the birthday event is making wildlife and birds accessible to community, families, and children.” With support from the Town of Port Royal, this day was to include education, tours, Hunting Island rangers showcasing wildlife, a birthday cake, and the joyful out-of-tune playing of the kazoos. For more information or to read all about the Rookery, visit www.friendofportroyalcypresswetlands.com.

LEGAL NOTICES

STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA, COUNTY OF RICHLAND IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE FIFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO.: 2019-DR-40-1063 SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES, Plaintiffs vs MICHELLE SMITH, JAMAL BRADLEY, QUINTIN DAVIS Defendants. IN THE INTEREST OF: Minor 1 (06/05/2009) A Minor Under the Age of 18 Years SUMMONS AND NOTICE BY PUBLICATION TO: Quintin Davis YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint concerning the minor child above and that you have failed to contact the agency in regards to your whereabouts in this action, the originals of which have been filed in the office of the Richland County Clerk of Court, on July 29, 2019, at 2:39 p.m. a copy of which will be delivered to you upon request; and to serve a copy of your answer to said Complaint upon the undersigned attorney for the Plaintiff at her office at 2638 Two Notch Road, Suite 200, Columbia, SC 29204, within 30 days of service upon you, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer said Complaint within the statutory time allotted, the Plaintiff in this action will apply to the Court for the relief demanded in Said Complaint. Scarlet B. Moore, SC Bar No.: 72534 Megan Meekins, SC Bar No.: 102993 Attorneys for Plaintiff 2638 Two Notch Rd., Suite 200 Columbia, SC 29204 (803) 898-8949 MAY 6–12, 2021

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HEALTH & WELLNESS Options & References for a Healthier Life

Summer skin care for all ages

Sun safety is never out of season. Summer in the South and the fun in the sun that naturally goes with it … equals a spike in sunburns, no matter the color of your skin.

The need for sun safety has become clear over the past 20 years, with studies showing that excessive exposure to the sun can cause skin cancer. Harmful rays from the sun—and from sunlamps and tanning beds—may also cause eye problems, weaken your immune system, and give you unsightly skin spots and wrinkles, or “leathery” skin. Sun damage to the body is caused by invisible ultraviolet (UV) radiation, which reaches us as long wavelengths known as UVA and short wavelengths known as UVB. UVB radiation can cause sunburn. But the longer wavelength UVA is dangerous too, as it can penetrate the skin and damage tissue at deeper levels. Tanning is a sign of the skin reacting to potentially damaging UV radiation by producing additional pigmentation that provides it with some—but not nearly enough— protection against sunburn. No matter what our skin color, we’re all potential victims of sunburn and the other detrimental effects of excessive exposure to UV radiation. Although we all need to take precautions to protect our skin, people who need to be especially careful in the sun are those

Reduce time in the sun

This is especially recommended from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when the sun’s rays are strongest. Even on an overcast day, up to 80% of the sun’s UV rays can get through the clouds. Stay in the shade as much as possible throughout the day.

Dress with care

Wear clothes that protect your body. Cover as much of your body as possible if you plan to be outside on a sunny day. Wear a widebrimmed hat, long sleeves and long pants. Sun-protective clothing is now available in stores. However, the FDA does not regulate such products unless the manufacturer intends to make a medical claim. Consider using an umbrella for shade.

Be serious about sunscreen

Check your entire body regularly for signs of skin cancer. Look for changes in the size, shape, color or feel of birthmarks, moles and spots. If you find any changes or find sores that are not healing, see your doctor. who have • pale skin • blonde, red or light brown hair • been treated for skin cancer • a family member who’s had skin cancer If you have an illness and/or take medications, ask your doc-

tor about extra sun-care precautions, because some medications may increase sensitivity to the sun. Cosmetics that contain alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) also may increase sun sensitivity and susceptibility to sunburn. Look for FDA’s recommended sunburn alert statement on products that contain AHAs.

Check product labels to make sure you get a “sun protection factor” (SPF) of 15 or more—SPF represents the degree to which a sunscreen can protect the skin from sunburn. The higher the number, the better the protection against UVA and UVB. Water resistance is important. Choose a sunscreen that stays on your skin longer, even if it gets wet. “Water-resistant” does not mean “waterproof.” Water-resistant sunscreens need to be reapplied as instructed on the label. Give babies and children extra care in the sun. Ask a doctor before applying sunscreen to children under 6 months old. Apply sunscreen to children older than 6 months every time they go out.

Don’t forget your eyes

Sunlight reflecting off sand, pavement or water further increases exposure to UV radiation, increasing your risk of developing eye problems such as cataracts. Long hours on the beach or at summer events without adequate eye protection also can result in a short-term condition known as photokeratitis, or reversible sunburn of the cornea. When buying sunglasses it’s advised to look for a label that specifically offers 99-100% UV protection. This assures that the glasses block both forms of UV radiation. Eyewear should be labeled “sunglasses.” Be wary of dark or tinted eyewear sold as fashion accessories that may provide little or no protection from UV or visible light. Don’t assume that you get more UV protection with pricier sunglasses or glasses with a darker tint. Be sure that your sunglasses don’t distort colors and affect the recognition of traffic signals. You can ask an eye care professional to test your sunglasses if you’re not sure of their level of UV protection. People who wear contact lenses that offer UV protection should still wear sunglasses. Consider that light can still enter from the sides of sunglasses. Those that wrap all the way around the temples can help. Children should wear real sunglasses—not toy sunglasses— that indicate the UV protection level. Polycarbonate lenses are the most shatter-resistant.

DOs and DON’Ts for a fabulous pedicure

Everyone needs a little foot pampering from time to time! Whether you are getting your toes ready for prom, prepping for beach season, or just want to splash on a bright color of polish before a hot date, grooming your feet should be done frequently to not only keep feet looking good, but also to ensure proper foot health.

Here are a few pointers to keep in mind the next time you get a pedicure at home or in the salon: DON’T shave your legs before receiving a pedi-

cure. Resist the urge to have smooth legs, at least until afterward. Freshly shaven legs or small cuts on your legs may allow bacteria to enter your body. DON’T allow salons to use a foot razor to remove dead skin. Using a razor can result in permanent damage if used incorrectly and can easily cause infection if too much skin is removed. DON’T apply nail polish to cover up discolored nails. Thick and discolored toenails could be a sign of a fungal infection. Nail polish locks out moisture and doesn’t allow

the nail bed to “breathe.” DO bring your own pedicure utensils to the salon. Why? Because bacteria and fungus can move easily from one person to the next if the salon doesn’t use proper sterilization techniques. Yuck! DO use a pumice stone, foot file or exfoliating scrub when eliminating thick, dead skin build-up, also known as calluses, on the heel, ball and sides of the feet. Be sure to soak your feet in warm water for at least five minutes and then use the stone, scrub, or foot file. DO gently run a wooden

or rubber manicure stick under your nails. This helps keep your nails clean and removes the dirt, glitter, and other types of build-up you may not be able to see.

If you think you have a toenail infection, schedule an appointment with today’s podiatrist immediately to get it checked out. If your feet are hurting, something doesn’t look right, or you want more information about foot health, visit www.apma.org/myFEET.

Safety tips when traveling with children this summer

Finally! You're again, safely planning road trips, family vacations, and other fun excursions this summer. Keep in mind that summer is the time of year when the most childhood injuries and accidents occur. While it's fun to play outdoors in the summer, it's important to make sure your children are staying safe and alert. Parents and child caregivers are encouraged to learn more about what can be done to prevent injuries and death and help raise public awareness of safety.

1. Prevent heatstroke.

Heatstroke is a severe form of heat illness that occurs when the body cannot regulate its own temperature. This can happen when a child is left inside a car on a hot day or is performing extreme physi-

3. Never let kids swim alone.

cal activity and not drinking enough water. Symptoms of heatstroke include headache, nausea flushed skin, and rapid breathing. You can prevent your kids from getting heatstroke by making sure they drink plenty of water, wear light colored clothing, and teach them to come indoors as soon as they feel overheated.

2. Keep kids safe in parking lots.

Parking lots are dangerous and it only takes a few seconds for a tragedy to occur; keep your kids safe at all times by teaching them to stay close to the car, go only with you, when you say, and that parking lots are no place to play.

Everywhere That People Care The trusted Care magazine is now back in print as a regular contributor to The Island News, with Karen Mozzo as editor. Together we’ll deliver information, references, and options for a healthier life.

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It's extremely important that parents closely supervise children in the water, whether at the pool, lake, or beach. Even if children are swimming in your own backyard pool, it only takes seconds of looking away for an accident to occur. Always remain at least an "arm's length" away from small children so you stay within immediate reach. If your children are not strong swimmers, it's a good idea to provide them with personal flotation devices, but you still must keep an eye on them at all times.

4. Have an emergency plan.

When traveling with your kids to a new and unfamiliar location, it is possible for your children to get separated from you, especially when in a crowded location like a theme park or zoo. Come up with a plan for your kids in case they ever get lost and

practice going over it with them so they'll be prepared in case of an emergency. Let your children know to seek help from an employee and stay away from strangers. Have your child memorize their name, parent's name(s), address and phone number so they will know how to contact you in case of separation.

5. Make sure they're strapped in correctly.

If you have small children traveling with you in the car it's important to check that they are seated and strapped in correctly. Children age 5 and younger are required to have a child restraint device and must use vehicle safety belts properly. Parents can get a ticket for having kids in the backseat who are not properly secured and this can be extremely dangerous if a car accident occurs. Always check with your child's car seat manufacturer to make sure you are correctly buckling them in.

6. Keep an emergency road kit.

If you're traveling by car this summer, be prepared for emergencies with a road kit stored in the trunk at all times. Keep jumper cables, flares, a flashlight, extra batteries, a first aid kit and more. Other necessities like bottle water, a blanket, and nonperishable foods can come in handy in case of car trouble if you get stranded on the highway.

7. Keep an emergency phone list.

A simple travel emergency phone list can make a huge difference if something goes wrong. Keep the list in a safe place and easily accessible. Make sure that everyone traveling together knows where the list is. Add to the list numbers such as mom/dad cell phone, mom/dad work number, neighbor's number, relatives, or friends you’re visiting phone numbers, local police (911), poison control, and other important numbers one may need at a moment's notice.

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Spring 2021 Photography Club of Beaufort Winners

From staff reports Each spring, members of the Photography Club of Beaufort submit their best photos in competition among their peers. This spring, the club is still meeting virtually so judges could be selected from around the world as long as they were available to Zoom on the night of the competition. The Spring 2021 judges were Rick Rhodes, a commercial photographer from Charleston; Don Wouri, a nature photographer from Columbia; and Joanne Stolte, a landscape and nature photographer from Southern California. Winners this Spring were: Novice: Pam Keith for “Ruffled Feathers” Intermediate: 1. Ruth McCully for “Autumn Sunset in the Smokies” and 2. Jack Beaucaire for “Widgeon Point” Advanced: 1. (tie) Sophia Schade for “It Tastes Like Chicken” and 1. (tie) Private Thoughts by Rich Matheny and 2. Juergen Thiessen for “Autumn Reflection” Expert: 1. (tie) Joan Eckhardt for “Feather Afloat” and 1. (tie) Paul Nurnberg for “Blue Eyes” The club will continue to meet virtually the second Monday of every month at 7 p.m. through Fall 2021, when hopefully life will begin to return to normalcy. For more information, visit www. beaufortphotoclub.com.

“It Tastes Like Chicken” by Sophia Schade

“Feather Afloat” by Joan Eckhardt

“Ruffled Feathers” by Pam Keith

“Autumn Sunset in the Smokies” by Ruth McCully

“Private Thoughts” by Rich Matheny

“Blue Eyes” by Paul Nurnberg MAY 6–12, 2021

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Holy Trinity’s Smith accepts appointment to US Naval Academy

From staff reports Trey Thomas Smith, a graduating senior at Holy Trinity Classical Christian School, has accepted an appointment to the United States Naval Academy. “The Naval Academy looks for students who are well-rounded. They want students who can think with the scholars, compete with the athletes, and, of course, serve with the military,” Smith, who excelled in academics and athletics, said in a release from the school. “I do not say this to brag on my own character, because I certainly could not have gained acceptance on my own. Praise God for His work in my life and for my parents making me go to Holy Trinity! As a Classical Christian School, Holy Trinity’s focus on all-around development—mental, physical, and spiritual — has done a great job preparing me to be a student at USNA and for the challenges I will face as an adult. I hope I am the

first of many Holy Trinity Midshipmen to come!” This year, Smith was recognized by Trey Thomas the College Smith Board as a Rural and SmallTown Scholar. This National Recognition Program grants students’ academic honor based on exceptionally high SAT scores. In order to be considered for appointment to the United States Naval Academy, students must complete a rigorous nine-step application/admissions process that includes seeking a formal “nomination” from either a member of the U.S. Senate or a member of the U.S. House of Representatives along with academic transcripts, college entrance exams, fitness assessments, and medical evaluations. “The US Naval Academy is a highly-selective, presti-

Holy Trinity received official notification this week of Thomas Smith's appointment to the United States Naval Academy. Pictured from left to right Founding Headmaster Rev. Chad E. Lawrence, Guidance Counselor Mrs. Tara Gaillard, Thomas Smith, and his mother Mrs. Holly Smith. gious four-year university that accepts just 9 percent of

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Palmetto Girls and Boys State Delegates named

John Paul II Catholic School is happy to announce that two juniors – Lissy Rembold and Aidan Tibbitt – have been chosen as the 2021 candidates for the American Legion Palmetto Girls State and Boys State. "Our students were chosen to represent JPII based on their character, leadership skills, and a strong desire to be a part of Palmetto Girls and Boys State," JPII Asst. Principal

Heather Rembold said in a release. "The scholarship possibilities, as selected delegates, are extensive, and we are excited for Aidan and Lissy Lissy as future leadership Rembold opportunities become available." According to The American Legion and its Auxiliary, the Boys and Girls State educates youth in the “duties, privileges, rights, and

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responsibilities of American citizenship. State programs are held nationally, and alumni of these programs known and recognized naAidan tionwide for their acTibbitt ademic achievement and civic leadership. Many alumni of Palmetto Boys and Girls States have gone on to successfully run for local and state office in South Carolina. Colleges and universities also

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Beaufort’s Owens graduates Ole Miss

Beaufort’s Thomas Andrew Owens is among the more than 5,000 candidates for graduation in the Class of 2021 who will be celebrated during the University of Mississippi’s 168th Commencement exercises. Owens, who is a Music major, is a candidate for a Master of Music de-

emy’s website (USNA.edu). “In addition to the fact that 91 percent of applicants are ultimately rejected, high school students seeking admittance into the USNA also need to understand that they face a different type of admissions maze than encountered by applicants to other uber-selective universities.” “I am so proud of Thomas and thankful for his time here at Holy Trinity. I have witnessed him grow and flourish over the past four years,” Rev. Chad E. Lawrence, founding Headmaster of Holy Trinity, said. “Of all that I could say about him perhaps most striking to me is his willingness to step into new areas such as auditioning for a lead part in a theater production — which is both refreshing and inspiring. His leadership will be sorely missed here at Holy Trinity but will serve our nation for years to come. We at Holy Trinity stand behind him and look forward to hearing how God uses him.”

gree in the Graduate School. "This class of graduates is marked by incredible achievements, character and resilience, and it is a great privilege to celebrate them during Commencement," UM Chancellor Glenn Boyce said in a release. "They have accomplished so much during their years at the university, and the path ahead is bright and filled with endless possibilities." The University of Mississippi, affectionately known as Ole Miss, is the state's flagship university.

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Eagles win marathon over Bobcats to clinch playoff spot LowcoSports.com Beaufort High baseball clinched the No. 2 seed in the Class 4A playoffs with a 6-3 win in nine innings Wednesday at Bluffton. Beaufort’s James Davenport blanked the Bobcats for five innings before Bluffton rallied for three runs in the sixth to tie it and force extras. After two scoreless extra frames, the Eagles got a rally going with back-to-back singles from Patrick Daley and Josh Denton to start the ninth and took advantage of two critical errors to push across three runs. Daley then worked around a leadoff error to retire the next

three Bobcat batters and seal the win. Daley struck out six and allowed just one hit over four strong innings in relief of Davenport, who limited the Bobcats to three runs (two earned) on nine hits over fiveplus innings with two strikeouts and two walks. William Winburn was 3-for5 with a double and three RBIs to lead the Eagles, while Denton added two hits and an RBI and Daley went 2-for-4. A day later, Beaufort smacked three home runs in a 4-1 road win at Hanahan on Thursday. Wes Graves tossed a two-hitter, and Rhogue Wallace, Ollie Holmes, and Josh Denton all blasted home runs

to lead the Eagles. Graves struck out six and allowed one run on two hits with five walks in a complete game. The Hawks opened the scoring in the third, when two walks set the table for Luke Blankenship’s RBI single, but Holmes launched one to left to tie it in the top of the fourth. Denton led off the fifth with a blast to right to give the Eagles the lead, and Wallace mashed a two-run shot to right in the sixth after William Winburn led off the inning with a single. The Eagles (11-8) host Battery Creek on May 10 to open a home-and-home set between the crosstown rivals.

Beaufort pitcher Ollie Holmes winds up for the pitch against the visiting Bluffton Bobcats during the fourth inning Monday.

Beaufort shortstop Jimmy Davenport fields the ball against the Bluffton Bobcats during the top of the fourth inning Monday night at Beaufort High. Despite giving up four early runs, the host Eagles went on to defeat the Bobcats, 10-4. Photos by Bob Sofaly.

Beaufort High’s fourth seed Bodie Daniel stays focused and keeps his eyes on the ball during his singles match against Bluffton’s Ryland Pollard on Monday at Beaufort. Photo by Bob Sofaly.

Beaufort High’s Keona Sanders takes first place after clearing 5 feet, 1 1/2 inches in the high jump during the Beaufort Track Classic on Wednesday, April 28, at Beaufort High. Photos by Bob Sofaly.

Eagles sweep titles at Beaufort Track Classic

Anya Arroyo, left, of May River High School, smiles as her coach Catherine Rosenblum praises her moments after Arroya won the 1,600 meter run in 5:11 during the annual Beaufort Track Classic on Wednesday at Beaufort High School.

LowcoSports.com Beaufort High swept the team titles with the help of outstanding individual performances from Layla Warren and Zyrin Odom on Wednesday at the nineteam Beaufort Track Classic. Beaufort’s girls amassed 182 points to easily outdistance runner-up May River (127) and third-place Hilton Head High (96), while the Eagles’ boys racked up 170 points to outpace the Sharks (132) and Seahawks (123). Warren led the way on the girls side, claiming gold in the 100 and 400 hurdles along with the javelin and contributing to the Eagles’

win in the 4×400 relay. Anna Brown (400), Hannah Merchant (pole vault), Reyonce Black (long jump), Jayla Daise (shot), and Acionna Lowe (discus) also won individual titles for the Eagles. Anya Arroyo led the Sharks to a runner-up finish with wins in the 1600 and 3200, while teammate Victoria Sosa won the 800 and May River claimed the 4×800 relay. The Seahawks placed third despite not boasting an individual champion, as Cynthia Gudaitis led the way with runner-up finishes behind Arroyo in the 1600 and 3200. Battery Creek’s Myra

Smith (100) and Keona Sanders (high jump) won events for the fourth-place Dolphins, and Faith Eugene (200) and Kaylyn Caldwell (triple jump) earned gold for sixth-place Whale Branch, which also won the 4×100 relay. On the boys side, Odom led the Eagles with wins in the 400 and long jump, and teammates Daryl DePass (100), Charlie Bennett (800), and Nash Mills (3200) also claimed individual gold in addition to Beaufort’s win in the 4×400 relay. The runner-up Sharks won the 4×800 relay and got individual titles from Colin Keck (1600), Sean Hamby

(400 hurdles), and Kyle Rivers (high jump). Janile Roberson (200) and Nathaniel Rohr ( javelin) won titles for the thirdplace Seahawks, while Michael Martello won the shot put and discus for fourthplace Battery Creek. Noah Player (110 hurdles) and David Tobin (pole vault) also won gold for the Dolphins. Bluffton’s Adarion Ransburg won the triple jump, and Colleton County claimed the 4×100 relay. Beaufort High is set to host the Region 7-4A meet on Wednesday and the Class 4A state qualifier on May 15. Battery Creek is slated to host the Region 8-3A meet on Wednesday.

Bobcats hold off late surge from Eagles

LowcoSports.com Bluffton softball jumped out to an early seven-run lead and held on for an 8-5 home win Wednesday over Beaufort High. The Bobcats got the offense rolling quickly, scoring a pair of first-inning runs on singles from Alyssa Rose and Katie Ryan before extending the advantage to

6-0 in the second and 7-0 an inning later on the strength of two RBI hits from Parker Ray. Beaufort High got on the scoreboard in the fourth inning via a passed ball, and the Bobcats restored the seven-run advantage with another tally in the fifth. The Eagles didn’t quit, scoring two runs each in the

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BOYS GOLF Trojans stun HHIHS, BHS for region crown

James Island won the Region 7-4A boys golf championship Tuesday at Charleston Municipal Golf Course, posting a team score of 319 to edge Hilton Head High and Beaufort High for the title. The Trojans capitalized as the host team at their newly remodeled home course, besting Hilton Head High (329) by 10 shots and Beaufort High (333) by 14 strokes. May River (345) finished fourth, and Bluffton (357) rounded out the top five. Hilton Head High’s Nolan Hawkins won medalist honors with an impressive 1-over-par 73 on a steamy day in Charleston. The Seahawk junior won by two shots over James Island’s Connor Heyboer, who fired

sixth and seventh innings. Karley Rouse and Nia Holmes drove in a run each to cut it to three in the final inning and bring the tying run to the plate, but Bluffton held off the comeback bid. Ray paced the Bobcat offense from the leadoff spot, going 2-for-3 with a walk and two RBIs while earning

a 3-over 75. Beaufort High School’s Jerry Bruns placed third with a 76, and May River High School’s Andrew Swanson claimed fourth place with a 6-over 78. Other notable scores included HHIHS’s Ben Batson (81), Beaufort’s George Cooler (82), and Bluffton’s Jones Saylor (85). With their top four finishes, James Island, Hilton Head, Beaufort, and May River qualified for the Lower State Championship and will travel to the Country Club of South Carolina in West Florence next Monday. After Hilton Head and Beaufort dominated region play throughout the regular season, the two squads will look to hit reset and find their top form heading into the state championship. The top eight teams from the one-day Lower State qualifier will advance to the Class 4A

the win on the mound and striking out seven batters. Ryan put together a strong day, finishing 2-for-3 while driving in a run. Rouse led the Eagles in a valiant comeback attempt with a 2-for-3 performance and a trio of RBIs. Beaufort High (6-13, 2-8) finishes the season Thursday at John Paul II.

Beaufort’s right fielder, Leela Hildenbrand, sprints to the ball during the top of the fifth inning. Photo by Bob Sofaly.

Eagles begin state title quest LowcoSports.com Beaufort High boys tennis rolled into the second round of the playoffs with a 6-0 sweep of visiting Wilson on Tuesday. The Eagles didn’t drop a set in a dominant performance, with the most competitive match coming at No. 2 singles, where Tucker Martin held off a challenge in the second set before finishing it off. Graeme Angus, Diego Alvarez, Bodie Daniel, and Griffin Stone also won singles matches, and Joseph Combs and Witt Compton easily won their doubles match. The Eagles (13-2) will host North Augusta or North Myrtle Beach in the second round Thursday. Singles 1. Graeme Angus def. Anish Jona 6-0, inj. 2. Tucker Martin def. Joshua Anyim 6-2, 7-5 3. Diego Alvarez def. Trey Garland 6-0, 6-0 4. Bodie Daniel def. Jaques Mildrow 6-0, 6-0 5. Griffin Stone def. Jalen Durant 6-0, 6-0 Doubles 2. Joseph Combs/Witt Compton def. Xavier Brown/Alvbert Schirippa 6-0 6-1

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BOYS SOCCER Mighty Lions cruise in first home playoff match

Holy Trinity boys soccer made its first home postseason game a memorable one Monday, crushing visiting South Aiken Baptist 7-0 in the first round of the SCISA 1A playoffs. Banks Scarpa and Houston Wilson each scored twice, and Levi Dyer, Bray Sheehan, and Michael Smith added a goal each for the Mighty Lions. Addison Wilson made three saves in the first half, and Andrew Jennings added two saves in the second

half to finish off the clean sheet. Holy Trinity (9-0) were scheduled to host Conway Christian in the SCISA 1A semifinals on Wednesday.

GIRLS SOCCER Eagles close out season with shutout of Sharks

Beaufort High girls soccer ended its season on a high note with a 1-0 win at May River on Thursday. Anna Brown scored the lone goal of the evening in a defensive struggle. Lexi Jones and Molly Smith anchored the excellent showing from Beaufort’s back line, and Quinn Wilson continued her outstanding play in goal to earn the clean sheet. Beaufort finishes the season 7-71 overall and fourth in Region 7-4A with a 6-6 mark.

Golden Warriors come up short in playoff opener

John Paul II girls soccer saw its season end Tuesday with a 3-1 loss at Christian Academy of Myrtle Beach in the first round of the SCISA 2A playoffs. The Golden Warriors controlled much of the match and had plenty of scoring opportunities, but they weren’t able to finish them off. JPII’s lone goal came on a penalty by Brenna Frank. Frank helped anchor a strong defensive effort along with Jessica Tilton and Alondra Hurtado, and Trinity Grace Maxwell made five saves in goal, including a spectacular stop on a penalty to keep JPII within striking distance. MAY 6–12, 2021

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Mother usually really does know best

s Mother’s Day approaches, I reminisce about my mother’s guidance. Though she passed several years ago, she left my five siblings and me with countless practical sayings to help us navigate life’s future challenges long after she’s gone. One that has served me well, and that I’ve passed onto my own children, is “When in doubt, don’t.” I am not certain if she was the author, or perhaps my grandmother, but it has made easier work of difficult decisions on many occasions. This saying simply means if you’re uncertain whether or not to make a decision (any decision), you’re better

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advised not to take action at that time. It doesn’t dismiss the prospect altogether, but it underscores that nagging doubt is typically accompanied by well-founded justifications. I realize the no-risk, no-reward crowd probably wouldn’t approve of this mantra, but If you’ve ever erred on the side of caution and steered clear of a risky

decision to later learn you’ve been spared, you understand the wisdom of this counsel. To err is human, but regret is exponentially compounded when we disregard warning signs, hastily entering into poor decisions, particularly when avoidable. Doubt comes in many forms, personal and otherwise. It’s the reason behind many broken marriage proposals, or routine situations such as choosing not to power through a yellow light teetering on red. Opting out of public salad bars during a pandemic, and whether or not to purchase those expensive shoes you might only wear once a year all fall under the “when in

doubt” umbrella. No one relishes asking themselves the all-too familiar question “why didn’t I listen to my gut?” Hindsight has 20/20 vision, but that little voice you heard beforehand telling you not to proceed, becomes deafening if in fact you choose wrongly. As someone else’s mother once said, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” For elected officials, doubt poses an even heavier burden, because they are making decisions on many others’ behalf. Doubt and reluctance can be prompted by many factors, not the least of which is insufficient or inaccurate information.

We want our elected officials to ask themselves the following each time they consider new proposals or continue existing ones: Is the information received accurate and complete in order to cast an informed vote? Was the information received in adequate time allowing for proper review? Would the electorate largely support this action? I learned early while serving as a school board representative that nagging, lingering doubt in any given decision almost always foretold of a cautionary tale down the road. That “pound of cure” more times than not involves legal fees. This Mother’s Day, in

addition to giving traditional gifts and placing flowers by tombstones, consider honoring our mothers by heeding the insights they most wanted us to embrace. Pass along a saying or two of your grandmother’s to your children they’ve never heard before, and explain to them what it’s meant to you. What better way to celebrate our mothers than to pay homage to their sagacity? Mother really does know best. JoAnn Orischak served as the District 11 Representative to the Beaufort County Board of Education from 2012-2020. She resides on Hilton Head Island and can be reached at JoAnnOrischak. TheIslandNews@gmail.com.

The Life and Times of don David de la Hacienda de los Pelicanos Chapter 4: The Bitter Taste of Retribution

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here they stood, Jazabel and an unnamed young man, like stone statues from Easter Island, staring contemptuously down at A3, who was the only member of don David’s army present there. Before Jazabel could open her mouth, her young man friend, copped a nasty attitude, and began a barrage of loudly delivered insults direct at A3. “You are an old fool. Don’t you know who you are messing with? This family has lots of influence in Merida. You are about to find yourself in deep kimshi, my old friend! Best you return Señorita Jazabel’s business post haste and remove yourselves immediately!” In the voice of a gentleman that defines A3, he replied, “Young man, let me tell you about ‘influence.’ I suggest that you go down to the Sakh-beyh cenote, just a short walk behind you. Insert your arm into its magical water, up to your arm-pit; quickly remove your arm. The size of the hole you leave in those crystal waters

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is the amount of influence you and Señor Zero and Señorita Jazabel have. Get my drift, sonny-boy?” The young man stood frozen, mouth clamped shut. Señorita Jazabel quickly took command from this impish fool. “Forgive my foolish friend; he sometimes lets his mouth take control of his brain,” she said quietly. “We have come to get my belongings. I have lots of money in property here—my clothes, food, alcohol, furniture. These things belong to me. Please, this is all I have, and I would like to have it back quickly,” she pleaded. By now, other members of don David’s army had arrived at the gate. A3 dismissed them, wising to deal with the dreaded duo

himself. He said simply, “We shall be delighted to return your property, as you clearly understand you have no right to be here or to use this hacienda, which belongs to don David.” She nodded her head in agreement. “However, you must present papers, receipts, documents that prove that which you ask for in fact belongs to you,” A3 said. “Upon demonstrating your ownership, we shall be pleased to hand-over what you allege belongs to you.” “I understand,” said Jazabel haltingly, “but please can you let me have my clothes?” He agreed, and shortly Fernando brought out several boxes of clothes, some of which were men’s clothes. Fernando told A3 that Jazabel frequently had different male visitors at the hacienda. Remember those gossiping villagers? A3 and Jazabel agreed that in one week’s time, Jazabel would return early that day, with the required documents to retrieve her

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belongings. A3 assigned the task of dealing with Jazabel to attorney C2, who was an expert in such matters. A week later, on the appointed day, attorney C2 arrived early; alas, Jazabel never appeared. And since that time, no communication of any kind has taken place with the complaining and “highly influential” liars. Perhaps Jazabel or Señor Zero did not know the Mexican law that reads that if someone does not remove their belongings from someone else’s property within 90 days, the property shall belong to the other party. As of this writing, already 45 days have elapsed. Time sprints onward. With Los Bastardos in the rearview mirror, things at the hacienda began to change in a major way. Don David, A3 and the guru of tourism, NN, created an LLC company, to continue operating the B&B, bar/restaurant. It took time to accomplish this in accordance with the Mexican law, something Señor Zero and Jazabel never did. Remember Mexican

Axiom No. 2. Rumors flew through Yucatán like western wildfires in the U.S. Soon, NN began to receive requests from clients, and the business took off as word of “new management” reached curious ears. Families began to appear, to eat, swim in the magical waters of the hacienda’s cenote, and to stay in the renovated apartments. Yippie! Don David enjoyed being a gringo businessman in Yucatán. Curiously, nothing more was heard from Los Bastardos. A3 asked his coterie of other attorneys to investigate further. They discovered/uncovered that there was an arrest warrant pending on Señor Zero, but he seems to have disappeared again. Jazabel had moved in with her mother, who left Señor Zero after the car accident in which his alleged mistress was killed. Attorney C2 met with the aggrieved widower and they went to the “county’s” attorney general to seek redress from Señor Zero for the wrongful death of his

former wife. If Los Bastardos thought they could intimidate don David and A3, they have now come to understand that their zapatos are now on the other foot. The telenovela of Los Bastardos are stories for another time. The tale of the Life and Times of don David now comes to a happy end. Don David has possession of his cherished hacienda and he is now a successfully gringo businessman in Yucatán. Many important upgrades to the property have been made. Life is good in the environs of Los Pelicanos. So now, my friends, we must end the saga of don David and La Hacienda de los Pelicanos. I hope you have enjoyed the four episodes of his telenovela. Saludos a todos de don David. “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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We have to change how we use Hunting Island

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t is time to re-imagine visitor use at Hunting Island State Park. Longterm sea level rise is dramatically changing this park, but not in the way that most people would imagine. Hunting Island is a low-elevation, barrier island with a dense, beautiful, maritime forest covering ancient dunes throughout most of the island. The backside has a wide Spartina salt marsh typical of so much of the lowcountry. According to the United States Geological Survey, Hunting Island has one of the highest erosion rates on the East Coast. It has been this way for a while. The historic Hunting Island Lighthouse was constructed to be moved. In 1889, the lighthouse was moved 1.3 miles inland. It now stands a few hundred feet away from the beach. The view from the top is fabulous, but the builders never intended to protect that lighthouse in place.

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The State of South Carolina, however, has spent millions trying to hold the beach in place by pumping sand and building sheet-pile and rock groins. Why would we spend so much money putting rocks on a “protected” beach inside a State Park? Visitors. The 5,000-acre park is the most visited in the South Carolina State Park system, providing substantial annual revenue. Believe me, I get it. I have been coming to Hunting since I was a boy in the late 1960s. Check out some of the groups dedicated to the Park on social media, and you will gain an

King tides will raise the groundwater under Hunting Island just as they cause unusually high tides in general. The lowest spots on the island can actually flood because the water table intersects the ground level. Crazy huh? All of this flooding is causing a die-off of vegetation in some areas. Losing trees makes the situation even worse because the trees help pump water out of the ground and into the sky. What does all this mean? I’m afraid it presents a future where Hunting Island will be more wet, than dry. The island will lose maritime forest and gain wetlands. The park will struggle to maintain the same level of visitor access because the flooding will become more and more frequent. Just recently, South Carolina Parks Recreation and Tourism (PRT) applied for a permit to tear down a section of newly constructed

sand dune in an attempt to drain some of the persistent flood water. It will not be the last time. What we really need is a brand new vision for how visitors will be able to experience the island in the future. Park managers understand that this is a dynamic place. Some areas have already been abandoned in response to recent storms. What we still need though is a detailed and frank, long-term management plan that examines all the future challenges coming to Hunting Island. It also needs to account for all of the costs that will be incurred by trying to maintain the high visitor usage of the past few decades. Visitor revenues may be high, but the costs of maintaining access are increasing rapidly. At some point, the balance sheet will no longer be in the black. This does not mean the

end to Hunting Island — not at all. The island itself will be different, but fine. The State of South Carolina has many rapidly changing barrier islands. That isn’t a catastrophe. Those of us who love the place may have to be willing to change the relationship we have with the Park. We need to preserve the place, and not the parking. And PRT will also need to imagine a future managing a different kind of visitor experience. I’m sure all of us who love Hunting Island State Park will be happy to help guide that plan.

(Note: This op-ed appeared in the Charleston Post & Courier) Robert S. Young, Ph.D, is a licensed professional geologist in N.C., S.C., and Fla. He is the Director of the Program for the Study of Developed Shorelines and a professor of Coastal Geology at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, N.C. He can be reached at ryoung@email.wcu.edu.

The Brits know how to throw a good funeral

t is Saturday, early, and I’m in Knoxville, Tennessee. This morning I’m in the lobby of the Graduate Hotel. I’m sitting at a large table that one might find in a law school library. The table comes with built in brass ports for one’s computer, two brass lamps providing more than adequate lighting, and a football helmet. The helmet, encased in plexiglas, has the signature of Peyton Manning on it. Indeed the entire, comfortably furnished, orange-painted room is a shrine to Manning and his football career with the Tennessee Volunteers. Yesterday, I sat in this same lobby, at this same table, watching tentative teenagers come into the lobby. They came in the door with one or both parents, usually wearing a baseball cap with the orange “T” logo, here in Knoxville for a tour of the campus. As I watched the proces-

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appreciation for how many people love this place. But that love cannot save Hunting Island from the inevitable changes being brought by changing climate and rising sea level. You see, the greatest threat to future visitor use of Hunting Island is not shoreline change. It is constant flooding and standing water. Rising sea level doesn’t just move beaches, it also lifts the local water table. In other words, the water is rising beneath Hunting Island. This has several important implications. First, it means that there is almost no room for rain to infiltrate. When the water table is literally at, or inches below, the surface, precipitation events will flood the island. The rain has nowhere else to go. In the Low Country’s humid climate, that water will not evaporate quickly, and it cannot go into the ground. Additionally, the water table is tidally influenced.

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sion, I tried to eavesdrop on some of the conversations, but was too far away to get much detail, “This isn’t anything like Arizona State …” The Graduate does not come with a complimentary breakfast. There are no tough-to-chew bagels; or microwaveable egg and cheese biscuits; or days-old muffins encased in shrink wrap. But they do offer a cup of coffee that is on the house. This morning my wife is still in our orange-painted room, sleeping, and I’m waiting for her to wake and ask for a cup of this strong, surprising aromatic coffee. When she does, by way of e-mail, I’ll go back up to

the room and we will watch Prince Philip’s funeral. We will do this because we have watched “The Crown” and thanks to this beautifully produced program know a little something about this carefully groomed man who stood beside Elizabeth. “The Crown” focused on the royal family. We got portraits of the lovesick Charles; the cigarette-accessorized, terminally unhappy Margaret; the dead-eyed Elizabeth who valued duty above every other thing, including her husband, Philip. And against all of this delicious (video) gossip, we saw the British Empire evaporate. Like some Americans I share a nostalgia for the British Empire. Contrary to contemporary thinking, I think the British did a pretty good job governing (the world) right up until World War II. Yes, I know they used

their battleships — with names like Resolute and Formidable — together with their Maxims to colonize Nigeria, India and Sudan. Then they took raw materials — cotton, palm oil and rubber — back to Wolverhampton Bristol and Manchester. But the British, unlike modern-day China, brought something with them. The British sent their best and brightest into the Foreign Service. These young men took their ideals, morality and notions of a light-handed government into Burma, Ghana and South Africa. And while they would never believe the natives were of equal worth, they were careful to keep the indigenous religions and the local rulers in place. These young, gin-drinking men (and their sometimes convention-bending wives) made sure that trade remained uninterrupted, but one must also concede that along the way they gave In-

dia, Hong Kong and Ceylon stability for more than 100 years. This is contrasted with the Chinese who build roads and lay rails in Britain’s former colonies, but do not moralize or proselytize or attempt to replace despots or dictators. The Chinese take home the raw materials, all the while making the world less stable. By the time Elizabeth reluctantly took her crown; the Empire was unraveling and the colonies were demanding self-rule. At this point the United Kingdom had won two World Wars. But in the process of winning those wars it wiped-out several generations of young men; depleted its treasury and, importantly, watched its manufacturing shift to the United States. Elizabeth came into office with a Commonwealth that was splintering into shards that were not economically or ideologically tethered

to the United Kingdom. In an effort to slow down the splintering, Elizabeth and her consort, Philip, toured the world, waving, smiling, accepting gifts from children, and making ceremonial toasts that were mostly theatre. God knows the two of them had style. They also had a yacht, their own train, and were always surrounded by men in scarlet tunics playing “Good Save the Queen” or, my own favorite, “Rule Britannia, Britannia rules the waves.” In an hour I’ll watch the pomp and circumstance of Philip’s funeral — no doubt thinking that these Brits can do a damn good funeral! (A personal note. My nephew, Alexander Littlewood, is producing Philip’s funeral for BBC) Scott Graber is a lawyer, novelist, veteran columnist and longtime resident of Port Royal. He can be reached at cscottgraber@gmail.com.

Too many feed their brains rhetorical junk food

very so often I receive letters (emails, actually) in response to my columns. I typically thank the authors for their opinion and taking the time to read what I wrote and share their response, but I won't lie and say I hold them all in the same regard. The supportive ones are typically short and sweet. Those are my favorites. Not because they agree with me but because they usually are so well written. The former newspaper editor in me appreciates the clean copy. And then there are my critics. Ugh! They tell me to leave the former president and his supporters alone. They dare me to defend Burn Loot Murder (their definition of the “BLM” acronym, known in accurate circles as standing for Black Lives Matter). They call me a typical liberal loser, blah blah blah. That’s fine, but they just write

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so poorly. To them I say: Paragraphs aren’t just for progressives. Libtards don’t own logic. Patriots can – and should – use spellcheck! These writers I least enjoy telling me what I should be watching and reading (instead of the New York Times or CNN) or whom I should be praising. South Carolina Sen. Tim Scott’s name has come up more than once. I do read the New York Times, and occasionally the Washington Post. I peruse the Savannah Morning News often enough to validate buying a subscription. Here are some lesser-known names I follow:

Michael Harriot The native of Hartsville, S.C., is a senior writer at The Root website, a contributing writer to The Amber Ruffin Show and a self-proclaimed “wypipologist.” The Root is unapologetically pro-Black and fearless in looking at American popular culture through the lens of its Black citizens. No one on their staff exemplifies that more than Harriot. His tongue is sharp, his analysis incisive and his research above reproach. His work on The Root is always worth reading, and he has perfected the use of Twitter as a medium for longer-form storytelling. When he starts stringing together links to historical articles and data, what starts out looking like his personal opinion evolves into an indisputable argument in support of his original premise. A recent article on the Root site, “Was Tim Scott Right When He Said 'America Is

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Kirk Tuck The professional photographer from Austin, Texas, has a wonderful blog, Visual Science Lab, where he writes about his work as a photographer, his opinions on gear and randomly peppered musings on other topics, including politics. Unlike many photography-related sites, VSL is less about cameras than it is about photography. He writes about the impact of the pandemic on his business. The affection is palpable in the photos he shares of his wife and son. The way Tuck describes the pleasures of simply walking and taking photos around downtown Austin is comforting. A bum left knee keeps me from doing the same as often as I would like, but his writing offers vicarious enjoyment.

John Pavlovitz Pavlovitz, probably the best known of the names I’m including here, likely would be considered a unicorn by standard-issue conservatives. He is a liberal who is as far from “godless” as you can get, being pastor at a church in Wake Forest, N.C. His writings, including books and posts on Twitter and his personal website, support a Christianity that is decisively inclusive and “woke.” Pavlovitz writes about police brutality, mental illness, white privilege, and other social issues from a perspective grounded upon his faith and interpretations of the Scriptures. He is both profound and prolific in writing about how Christians should advance acceptance of the LGBT community and immigrant populations. In a post titled, “Let My People Vote: Why Voter Suppression is Unbiblical” he writes: “The book of Genesis

tells us that each human being is a specific image-bearer of the Divine, uniquely reflecting the nature of God. Whenever someone silences another human being’s voice, they are silencing the very God within them.” Good stuff. A quick review of this short list tells me 1) I respect writers who can make a strong argument, and 2) I need to get more women writers into my daily mix. I read women – Savannah’s Rana Cash, for one – but none so frequently their names came to mind as quickly as these men. I hope my critics are as willing to broaden and diversify the content they consume. And to start using spellcheck. It’s still F7, right? 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.

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hat is Qualified Immunity? Qualified immunity dates back to 1871 and is a defense frequently invoked by government employees, including police officers, accused of violating a person's constitutional rights. Qualified immunity applies to civil suits brought against police officers and other government employees. Qualified immunity applies only to government officials in civil litigation, and does not protect the government itself from suits arising from officials' actions. Qualified immunity is not unqualified or total. There is no such total immunity that prevents a police officer from being internally disciplined, re-trained, fired, losing his or her certification, or being criminally charged. Proponents of the current rule argue that qualified immunity is needed so public officials can perform their duties without hesitation. Supporters of qualified immunity argue that it is needed to protect police officers who have to make snap judgments, under tremendous stress, while in danger, sometimes in low visibility conditions, and with limited information, in the line of duty. Supporters of qualified immunity also say it is needed because lawsuits won against public officials almost always end up being paid for by the government entity and the financial burden of loosening the qualified immunity standard would fall to local and state governments and taxpayers. Critics say that qualified immunity makes it nearly impossible to hold officers and other government officials accountable in civil court. Opponents to the current qualified immunity standard argue that the “clearly established rights” standard is so high that victims can only win if they can point to a case with nearly identical facts and circumstances. Given this high bar, critics maintain public officials are not accountable for their actions,

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and victims effectively have no remedy under the law for violations. The Supreme Court has certainly set a high standard for pursuing lawsuits over official misconduct. Officers' behavior must violate clearly established laws or constitutional rights, and courts have found it seldom does because almost every specific allegation is different. Some cities and states have taken steps to end the practice of qualified immunity while debate continues at the national level. Colorado became the first state to ban qualified immunity for police officers in June 2020. On March 25, New York City Council voted to end qualified immunity for police officers, becoming the first city in the country to do so. In April of 2021, New Mexico Gov. Michelle Grisham signed a bill ending the provision for all government workers. At the national level, The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act (H.R.7120) was recently approved, nearly along party lines, by the U.S. House of Representa-

ning chokeholds. This bill addresses a wide range of policies and issues regarding policing practices and law enforcement accountability. It includes measures to increase accountability for law enforcement misconduct, to enhance transparency and data collection, and to eliminate discriminatory policing practices. The bill facilitates federal enforcement of constitutional violations (for example, excessive use-of-force) by state and local law enforcement. Among other things, it does the following: • lowers the criminal intent standard—from willful to knowing or reckless—to convict a law enforcement officer for misconduct in a federal prosecution, • limits qualified immunity as a defense to liability in a private civil action against a law enforcement officer or state correctional officer, and • authorizes the Department of Justice to issue subpoenas in investigations of police departments for a pattern or practice of discrimination. The bill also creates a national registry, the National Police Misconduct Registry, to compile data on complaints and records of police misconduct. It establishes a framework to prohibit racial

There is no such total immunity that prevents a police officer from being internally disciplined, re-trained, fired, losing his or her certification, or being criminally charged.” tives. The legislation would eliminate qualified immunity for police officers nationwide and make other changes in policing policies, like ban-

profiling at the federal, state, and local levels. The bill also establishes new requirements for law enforcement officers and agencies, includ-

EDITOR’S NOTE This is column 10 of a 12-column series on what citizens should know about police officers, use of force, and challenges the police and citizens face. Columns 1 through 9 introduced the series by answering the questions: 1.

What are the risks involved in police work?

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How does a COP (Constable on Patrol) decide on what level of force to use?

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When can a police officer use deadly force?

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When can deadly force be used on a fleeing felon?

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Do life and death decisions made by police really have to be made so quickly?

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What does the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office do for Beaufort County?

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Do police officers take care to avoid hurting innocent bystanders?

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Do police officers have to retreat when facing a dangerous person?

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Can a police officer be unfit to serve, even if they do not break the law?

10. Do police officers have to retreat when facing a dangerous person? 11. Can a police officer be unfit to serve, even if they do not break the law or violate department written policies? 12. Why do police officers not hot pursue and chase down every person who runs from them in a vehicle? 13. Why do police officers sometimes use choke holds on people? 14. Why do the police not shoot guns and other weapons out of people’s hands? 15. Why do police sometimes use deadly force on people brandishing a Fake Gun? 16. Why do the police not read everyone their Miranda rights? 17. How does a police officer deal with a person with a knife or other edged weapon? 18. Why do many police officers have second jobs? 19. How much training does a police officer get? 20. How many police departments are there and how many COPS are on the job per 1,000 citizens? 21. Are all police departments certified by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA)? 22. How thorough are the background checking, screening, testing, and interviewing, of police recruits and officers transferring from one department to another? 23. Why do police departments need armored cars and other military types of equipment? 24. Are Driving While Impaired (DWI) and Driving Under the Influence (DUI) really all that serious crimes? These columns are not meant to replace carefully reading local, county, state, and federal law or the need for a lawyer when seeking legal advice. Larry Dandridge is not an employee of THE ISLAND NEWS and his opinions are his alone. Readers should rely on their local police and sheriff’s departments, federal law enforcement agencies, and their attorneys for all law enforcement information and legal advice. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of these articles, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed by the author or THE ISLAND NEWS for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein.

ing to report data on useof-force incidents, to obtain training on implicit bias and racial profiling, and to wear body cameras. Many police officers and some Fraternal Order of Police organizations are cautiously on board with many police reform ideas being pushed out at the local, state, and federal levels. Many in law enforcement can accept concepts such as more training, body cameras with reasonable policies, oversight boards with fair processes, and databases to keep officers with bad records from getting rehired. However, most in law enforcement are against ending the judicial doctrine of qualified immunity and

believe that ending this protection, would allow cops to be subject to never ending lawsuits over their conduct. In general, COPs and many others believe that qualified immunity is a very important tool for law enforcement, and if those safeguards were removed, it could have a huge negative impact, not just on today’s law enforcement, but the recruiting and retention of qualified people. Qualified immunity certainly presents difficult decisions for anyone considering filing a legal action against a public official. If you think your civil rights have been violated, contact a civil rights attorney who can help evaluate your case and advise you on what to do.

Larry Dandridge is an honors graduate of three police academies and a DoD Counter Terrorism course graduate. He served as a police officer and deputy sheriff in AL and MO. He has also worked as a consultant with the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in GA and SC, and the Military Police and Customs operations in TX. An accomplished writer and motivational speaker, the owner of TVV Publishing, a retired Army Test Pilot, the author of the award-winning BLADES OF THUNDER (book One), a retired Aerospace Industry Region Manager, a past University Business, Writing, and Aeronautics Instructor, and volunteer Patient Adviser at the RHJ VA Medical Center, he writes two columns, as a freelance writer, for the ISLAND NEWS, the Veterans Benefits Column and the What Citizens Should Know About Policing Column. You can contact Larry at his email, LDandridge@earthlink.net.

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Lott Iii, M. L.

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Pvt

Parra, S. A.

PFC

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Pvt

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Pvt

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PFC

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PFC

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Pvt

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PFC

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PFC

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Pvt

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PFC

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PFC

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PFC

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Rivas, J. R.

Pvt

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Pvt

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Pvt

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Pvt

Reed, T. A.

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Ritz, M. J.

Pvt

Sanderson, N. M.

Pvt

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PFC

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PFC

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PFC

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PFC

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PFC

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Forgiven by God Confession Haven’t we all found ourselves in need of forgiveness? Perhaps as a child we sent a baseball through a window, or broke one of mom’s favorite heirlooms. It wasn’t easy, but we had to own up to what we had done and say we were sorry. What a great feeling it was to hear them tell us that we were forgiven, and to know that we are loved no matter what we had done! In the Gospels, Jesus forgave people’s sins. To the paralyzed man, for example, he said, “My son, your sins are forgiven.” (Mark 2:5) This was astonishing to his Jewish listeners because they understood that sins are offenses against God. Only God can forgive sins; a mere man would have no such authority. And yet, Jesus does have authority to forgive sins, because he is not an ordinary man, but God standing in their midst. Jesus sent the apostles to forgive sins in his name. After rising from the dead, he greeted the apostles and told them, “As the Father has sent me, so I send you.” Echoing the way that God breathed life into Adam, Jesus then breathed on the apostles and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone his sins, they are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven.” (John 20:21-23) Just as Jesus forgave sin during his ministry, he sent his apostles to act on his behalf, forgiving anyone who desired the grace of God’s forgiveness.

Through Confession, we encounter the Lord’s mercy. Like all human beings, Catholics struggle with sin, damaging our relationship with God. When we need to seek the Lord’s mercy and spiritual healing, we meet anonymously with a priest. We speak our sins out loud and ask God’s forgiveness. The priest will often give some encouragement or advice, and then Jesus forgives us through the priest. The priest cannot share anything that he has heard in confession, because those sins are between that person and Jesus. Confession is truly one of the joys of being Catholic. Wouldn’t it be easier to confess our sins straight to God without a priest? Of course it would, but Jesus knew what he was doing. There is something powerful about speaking our sins out loud, taking ownership of them and bringing them into the light. It can be very helpful to receive spiritual guidance from a priest. And it is a great joy to hear Jesus say to us, through the priest, the beautiful words, “Your sins are forgiven, go in peace!”

Jesus intended for all generations to experience this gift. This experience of his mercy would be needed by all Christians, not just those who happened to live in the time of the apostles. People would always need to experience his mercy and unconditional love, just as they would always need to hear the Gospel proclaimed. This gift of forgiveness has been passed down through the centuries within the Church, the Lord’s family of faith, so that all Christians can experience his forgiveness in a concrete and tangible way. Catholics call this beautiful gift the Sacrament of Confession.

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