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NEIGHBORS NAME: Billy Isgett FAMILY: Wife Debbie, three sons, one newborn granddaughter, Lucy Matthews Isgett BORN: Florence RESIDES IN: Florence OCCUPATION: Optician with EyeCare of Florence HOBBIES OR SPECIAL INTERESTS: Reading, puzzles, trivia and “pondering.” WHO OR WHAT HAS MOST INFLUENCED YOU? “My wife because of her unwavering belief in Christ.”

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Students head back to school on Monday Florence School District 1 students will go back to school on Monday, Aug. 15. All elementary schools and John W. Moore Middle start at 7:45 a.m. and end at 2:15 p.m. Sneed Middle, Southside Middle, and Williams Middle schools start at 8:20 a.m. and end at 3:35 p.m. High schools begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at 3:30 p.m. Rush Academy begins at 8:45 a.m. and ends at 3:45 p.m. School Food Services Breakfast and lunch prices for 2016-17 are as follows: student breakfast, $1.15 (one dollar, fifteen cents); student lunch, $1.90 (one dollar, ninety cents); reduced student breakfast, $.30 (thirty cents); reduced student lunch, $.40 (forty cents). The price of adult lunch is $3.90; adult breakfast is $2.25. Discipline A copy of the new 2016-17 Code of Conduct is printed in each student’s agenda. Each parent should review the new Code of Conduct with his/her child(ren) and stress the importance of acceptable behavior. A complete copy of this year’s Code of Conduct is found on the Florence One website. A personal copy of the Code of Conduct will be provided to any resident upon request. Transportation For information regarding school bus transportation, call 843673-1118. After School Care Call the Extended Day Academy office at 843-664-2155 or your local school for information on after-school care. Elementary parent orientation and open house meetings: Briggs Elementary, Aug. 23, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Carver Elementary, Aug.10, 6 p.m. (5K-1st), 7. p.m. (2nd-4th) Delmae Elementary, Aug. 16, 5:30 p.m. (5K), 6 p.m. (1st -4th) Dewey Carter Elementary, Aug.10, 5:30 p.m. Greenwood Elementary, Aug. 10, 5:30 p.m. (5K), 6 p.m. (1st– 6th)

ROYALL ELEMENTARY INNOVATION CENTER TEACHER CHANDLER HERBERT PREPARES CLASSROOM FOR STUDENTS COMING BACK TO SCHOOL NEXT WEEK Lester Elementary, Aug.10, 6 p.m. Lucy T. Davis Elementary, Aug. 10, 6 p.m. McLaurin Elementary, Aug.18, 6 p.m. Moore Middle, Aug. 11, 5:30 p.m. (5th grade), 6:30 p.m. (6th grade) North Vista Elementary, Aug. 10, 5:30-7 p.m. Royall Elementary, Aug. 18, 5:30 p.m. (5K), 6 p.m. (1st-6th) Savannah Grove Elementary, Aug. 11, 6 p.m. Timrod Elementary, July 14, 6 p.m. Wallace-Gregg Elementary, Aug. 16, 6 p.m. Palmetto Youth Academy, Sept.

15, 5:30 p.m. Parent orientation/open house meetings for middle and high schools: Sneed Middle, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Southside Middle, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. Williams Middle, Tuesday, Aug. 9, 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. South Florence High, Thursday, Aug. 11, 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. West Florence High, Thursday, Aug. 11, 6:30 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Wilson High, Thursday, Aug.11, 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. For other pertinent information, visit the Florence One website: www.fsd1.org.

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FMU lands $2.3 million in federal grants for graduate nursing students Francis Marion University’s School of Health Sciences is the recipient of two new federal grants that will make more than $2 million in scholarships and incentivized loans available to master’s level nursing students matriculating at FMU. The awards were provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service’s Health Resources and Services Administration, and are part of a package of more than $149 million in awards announced in late July. The HRSA is the primary federal agency for improving health and achieving health equity through access to quality services, a skilled health workforce and innovative programs. FMU’s award is available through two distinct programs. Scholarships for Disadvantaged Students will provide $543,654 in director scholarship aid for tuition and other costs to students in FMU’s Master of Science in Nursing Family Nurse Practitioner program this school year. The Nursing

Faculty Loan Program will provide $75,452 in loans for MSN Nurse Educator students. Up to 85 percent of the loans can be forgiven if students serve as full-time faculty at an accredited nursing school for four years after graduation. FMU officials expect the scholarship program to fund approximately 24 FNP students. The loan program will provide a new source of funding for approximately six Nurse Educator students and is renewable annually. The scholarship program is a four-year award totaling $2,265,454. FMU can apply to continue the program at the end of the award. Dr. Fred Carter, president of FMU, says the two grants are just part of the momentum surrounding health care education at the university. “Over the past few years, we’ve realized enormous success in furthering health care education at Francis Marion,” says Carter. “We’ve established new programs and built new facilities.

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“Now, the university is just as focused on finding financial support to assist students in paying for this education. These grants are great news for FMU, but they’re even better news for our students and the citizens of this region.” Dr. Ruth Wittmann-Price, Dean of FMU’s new School of Health Sciences, says the new scholarship and loan programs should further accelerate growth in FMU’s graduate-level nursing programs. “Our FNP and Nurse Educator programs were already going great, just a few years after they were begun,” says Wittmann-Price. “This news certainly isn’t going to slow that down. “It is a big deal for nurses in our region, many of whom want advanced degrees but who struggle to find a way to pay for it while building a family and a career. And, it meets a growing need in our community for highly skilled health care providers.” The Nursing Faculty Loan Program (NFLP) is designed to increase the number of qualified nursing faculty who, in turn, are needed to address the shortage in America’s nursing workforce. Recipients will be chosen based on their qualifications with a priority on students with clinical skills and background in hard-to-fill instructional areas like pediatrics, obstetrics and psychiatric nursing. An additional priority will focus on

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minority students. As its name implies, the Scholarship for Disadvantaged Students (SDS) targets students from disadvantaged backgrounds, as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Disadvantaged backgrounds can include poverty and an educational environment that might prevent a student from being able to access university-level health care education. The program also targets students from medically underserved areas, with an eye towards supplying those areas with what would essentially be homegrown health care providers. Both programs go into effect for the fall and the late award announcement has put the application process on a fast track. Students must complete applications for both programs by Aug. 15. Applications will be online at www.fmunursing.com. Additional information is available by calling the Department of Nursing at 843661-1690. Current and prospective students in FMU’s master's level nursing programs can contact Dr. Wittmann-Price at 843-661-4625, rwittmannprice@fmarion.edu with questions regarding the scholarship program. Students with questions regarding the NFLP for Nurse Educator students can contact Dr. Karen Gittings at 843-661-1688 (kgittings@fmarion.edu

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The Florence Regional Arts Alliance invites submissions to its 3rd Annual Small Works Competition. Underwritten by International Knife & Saw, this competition is open to two dimensional and three dimensional artists working in all mediums in the Carolinas, ages 18 and older. Final artwork may not be larger than 12” x 12” x 12” in order to be considered. Entering its third year, this competition aims to provide opportunity and exposure for emerging and professional artists alike, while also highlighting local art spaces throughout Florence County. This year the Florence Regional Arts Alliance is partnering with TThomas Arts Studio located within downtown Florence as its host venue for 2016. “We’re thrilled to have the honor of hosting Small Works 2016. It’s a great way for us to be involved in our community. There are so many talented artists in our area and we encourage both 2D and 3D artists to submit,” says Tiffany Thomas of TThomas Arts. “We are grateful to use our venue to showcase their work.” Three cash prizes will be awarded: First Place $500, Second Place $250, Third Pace $100 and Honorable Mention. Submissions must be submitted through the Florence Regional Arts Alliance’s website by 12 midnight on Sept. 11. The Small Works exhibition will be on display at TThomas Arts from Oct. 28 through Nov. 18 with an opening reception on Oct. 28. Winners will be announced at the opening. The competition will be juried by Clay Burnette. Brunette most recently served as grants director at the SC Arts Commission for almost 20 years. He directed the Quarterly Grants for Individual Artists and the Artists Fellowship programs, as well as serving as County Coordinator for seven counties in the Pee Dee region. As an artist, he has coiled longleaf pine needles for over 40 years. As a result, he has developed his own unique approach to incorporating form, color, and texture into each object that he creates. His work has been included in over 240 exhibitions and is represented in numerous publications. His work may be viewed at www.clayburnette.com. To view a prospectus, submit an entry and learn more visit: www.florenceregionalartsalliance.org/smallworks/ or contact executive director Uschi Jeffcoat at director@florenceartsalliance.org or 843407-3092. For more information about the 2016 host venue visit www. tthomasarts.com. The Florence Regional Arts Alliance is a community-based local arts agency that serves the citizens of Florence County and the Pee Dee. It is committed to preserving, supporting and promoting a vibrant arts community for Florence County and the surrounding region. This organization is funded in part by the South Carolina Arts Commission, which receives support from the National Endowment for the Arts.

Deaths Arthur, Charles Wesley, died Aug. 4, MitchellJosey Funeral Home. Boykin, Johnny R., 60, died Aug. 2, Belk Funeral Home. Byrd, Claudia Delores, formerly of Darlington, died July 25, Jordan Funeral Home. Eaddy, Harry, died Aug. 2 Bacote-Eaddy Funeral Home. Floyd, Melba Eugenia “Jean” Roberts, 91, died July 29, Cain CalcuttStephens Funeral Home. Gainey, Wendell, died July 30, Smith Funeral Home. Hardee, Ricky Anderson, 58, Pamplico, died Aug. 2, Carolina Funeral Home. Hinson, Queen Ann, died Aug. 4, Waters-Powell Funeral Home. Howard, Volo, 86, died July 29, Stoudenmire Dowling Funeral Home. Hyman, Ricky Dean, 56, died July 31, Cain Funeral Home. Gainey, Wendell, died July 10, Smith Funeral Home. Johnson, Ernest

Sylvester, died July 30, Ideal Funeral Home. Jones, Glenda L., 64, Pamplico, died July 30, Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home. Lloyd, Tighe Christopher, 34, of Myrtle Beach and formerly of Florence, died Aug. 2, Kistler-Hardee Funeral Home. McKenzie, Patsy Olivia McFadden, died July 31, Graham and Godwin Funeral Home of Lake City. Poston, Bessie Purvis, 82, died July 30, Stoudenmire-Dowling Funeral Home. Reinhard, Cathy Marie, 50, died Aug. 6, Cain Funeral Home. Strickland, Vermelle Folsom, 63, died Aug. 4, Layton-Anderson Funeral Home. Stroman, LaKeisha Ann Hawkins, died Aug. 4, Ideal Funeral Parlor. Quick, Verna, died July 31, Ideal Funeral Parlor. Wood, Phyllis Louise, 94, died Aug. 5, Belk Funeral Home. Young, Patricia Ann “Pat,” Williams, died July 27, Smith Funeral Home.

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VIEWPOINT

DOT: the test case for reform By Phil Noble Simple math: High Cost + Bad Roads = Corruption To say that there is corruption in the South Carolina Department of Transportation is like saying its dark at night. The question is will the current ‘reform’ effort shed any light in the darkness or is this simply the case of the day following the night – only to see the darkness return. We’ll see. State highway departments, especially in the South, have been notoriously corrupt since the 1930s when states first began to spend significant money to pave dirt roads. To adapt a saying from the Watergate era, corruption ‘follows the money’ and highway department budgets (and corruption) skyrocketed to meet the demands for better roads by votes that were no longer content to be stuck in the mud – literally. How bad is it in South Carolina today? This analysis from FitsNews.com run by controversial Republican blogger Will Folk: “This agency is an absolute disaster incompetent in its operations, corrupt to the core in its leadership and always pushing non-essential projects as it complains about its funding despite its base budget more than doubling over the last six years.” And, as if right on cue just to prove Folks’ point, last week Attorney General Alan Wilson obtained five indictments for corruption against former DOT employees and their friends. Now, Folks is not without his critics (us included on some other issues) and he is often guilty of overblown rhetoric but for years he has relentlessly and fearlessly chronicled the abuse at DOT and the politicians who have benefited. Make your own judgment – go to FitsNews.com and search ‘DOT corruption’ but you had better pack a lunch as it’s going to take you a while to get through it all. Setting aside all of the specific abuses that Folks chronicles, let’s focus on the three big issues: the money, the roads and the reform efforts. First the money. The S.C. Department of Transportation spends a lot of money – $1.6 billion last year. And, despite recent tough economic times for the state, relatively speaking the DOT has continued to make out like a bandit. According to a recent story in The State newspaper entitled ‘How S.C.’s Leaders Have Failed South Carolinians’ (I strongly encourage you to Google the story and read it) over the last 10 years “Counting federal and state money the state Department of Transportation (spending) … has increased to $1.6 billion from $1 billion, including a $49.9 million increase in money from the state’s general fund.” This amounts to a 63% increase for the DOT from the 20078 budget until today. At the same time, there were huge reductions in other departments: -27% for the Dept. of Health and Environmental Control, – 25% for higher education, -24% in funds for local governments, -10% for K-12 funding, etc. Clearly the highway boys (and girls) have their friends in the legislature who protect them. Second, the roads. OK, we spend lots of money on roads but look what we get – great roads, right? Wrong – anyone who has driven in our state knows how bad the roads are. Our roads are literally killing us – S.C. was tied with West Virginia as the state with the deadliest roads – according to last year’s authoritative study by the National Transportation Research Group. They also found that “throughout South Carolina, 46% of major roads and highways are in poor condition, a significant increase from 2008 when 32% of the state’s major roads were rated in poor condition. 20% of South Carolina’s bridges are structurally deficient or functionally obsolete … (this) costs each S.C. driver as much as $1,250 per year … or $3 billion statewide.” The roads are so bad that a couple of years ago Pete Selleck, chairman and president of Greenville-based Michelin North America, said South Carolina’s roads are in such bad shape the company might have to consider other locations for expansion. “The roads in this state are a disgrace,” he said. And all this was before last year’s floods that left massive destruction of our state’s roads and bridges. So much for good roads and bridges. Third, the reform. The question is are things going to change? The answer is maybe, possibly, a little, in time … but don’t count on it. The road bill passed by the legislature this year supposedly had some significant reform provisions. Here’s what Gov. Haley said of the so-called reforms, “A lot of elected officials went home and said, ‘We got you roads. Rah rah!’ You know, ‘Re-elect us. We did a great thing.’ And the truth of the matter is I think we stepped back a decade.” So much for reform. But reform efforts continue. Just last week, Sen. Niki Setzler announced that this year’s budget included a mandate to “fund a thorough study of the agencies’ structure, regional offices, outsourcing and money spent by local county transportation committees.” Sounds great – but the chances are that after they spend a few hundred thousand dollars on this study, the lawmakers who share in the corruption of DOT will ensure that it goes on the shelf (or more likely in the trash can) with all the other studies. We don’t need more studies; we need more indictments. More simple math: Corruption + Inaction = More Corruption + More Bad Roads + More Deaths Phil Noble is a businessman in Charleston and President of the SC New Democrats, an independent reform group started by former Gov. Richard Riley to bring big change and real reform. phil@philnoble.com

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Funny comments on marriage Marriage is just fancy word to adopt an overgrown male child who is no more handled by his parents.

Marriage is like a poker game. You start out with a pair. She shows a heart. He flashes a diamond. She gets a flush. And he ends up with a full house and a big pot! Marriage is a relationship in which one person is always right and the other is the husband. We always hold hands. If I let go, she shops. A wife’s view point: What’s “hers is hers” and what’s yours is hers too. Forget the terms “housewife” and “homemaker,” “Domestic Goddess”is more descriptive. Always remember: she’s right, you’re wrong, and you’re sorry. My wife told me the other day that I don’t take her to expensive places any more, so I took her to the gas station.

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“By all means, marry. If you get a good wife, you’ll become happy; if you get a bad one, you’ll become a philosopher.” – Socrates “When a man opens a car door for his wife, it’s either a new car or a new wife.” – Prince Philip “The best way to get most husbands to do something is to suggest that perhaps they’re too old to do it.” – Ann Bancroft Every man wants a wife who is beautiful, understanding, economical, and a good cook. But the law allows only one wife.

My wife and I always compromise. I admit I am wrong and she agrees with me. The only time my wife is listening to me is when I’m saying “do you want some money?” In our marriage everything is 50/50. I cook, he eats. I wash, he wears. I shop, he pays! When ever you can afford to get married. Buy yourself a sports car. A successful man is one who makes more money than his wife can spend. A successful woman is one who can find such a man. – Lana Turner Source: www.coolnsmart.com

L E T T E R S TO T H E E D I TO R

Florence needs non-partisan elections Last week’s enlightening public forum on the concept of the City of Florence developing non-partisan elections for City Council and Mayor was substantiated by Bill Taylor and Tiggeron Wells from the Municipal Association of South Carolina and by David Alford, Director of Florence County Elections Commission. It was obvious that non-partisan elections were more efficient, less expensive, and faired to all the candidates and voters than are partisan elections. Florence is one of four comparable size cities (of the 270 municipalities in South Carolina, or 3%) that still conduct partisan elections. If the Florence City Council takes pride in espousing that Florence has become a vibrant and progressive city, then City Council should vote to join the 97% of all the other cities in South Carolina and approve non-partisan elections. Florence County is

currently rated as having the second worst election process in South Carolina. The city can save taxpayers money by eliminating local partisan primaries and having one general election. The two spring primaries cost almost as much as a general election, therefore having one election will reduce the expense almost in half and allowing these savings to be used more effectively elsewhere in the city budget. Citizens’ choices to vote are now restricted by partisan elections. This year was a good example when a voter could not vote for two capable Florence public servants, Senator Hugh Leatherman and Mayor Stephen Wukela, only for one or the other. If both races had been hotly contested, there was a distinct possibility that one of these candidates could have lost due to people voting in two different primaries.

The current problem of raising significant amounts of money for primaries tends to limit potential candidates who cannot raise sufficient funds to run in two elections campaigns from April to November. Having one general election allows more citizens to participate in the process, saving them enormous costs and time involved. This issue does not have any racial overtones since the city’s voting districts are not involved. 100% of the eligible voters should have the right to vote in the same local elections without having to require citizens to decide in which primary to vote. Many past state school board elections were once partisan elections. They were changed to non-partisan because the citizens opposed politicizing the election of the most qualified people who would be responsible for the best

Vote on Nov. 8 If you don’t like Trump, think of the alternative The political conventions are over and the field is set. Now all we have to do is choose between a narcissistic, sometimes loud, all knowing, political outsider, billionaire businessman and the first woman presidential candidate to make it to the general election that is a lying, stealing, narcissist that should be in prison for a number of reasons. Slick Hillary and Slick Willie swapping rolls. Two crooks for the price of one. If you make your living by voting we know who your candidate is. But, one day the bubble will burst and we will all be in the same boat unless something is done to turn America around real soon. When a dollar isn’t worth the paper it is written on we will be at war with ourselves. We have a government that is rife with greed and corruption that put us $20,000,000,000,000 plus in debt and keeps spending money like it grows on trees. We can't even imagine how much $20-trillion is, but 20-trillion is equal to 20-million mil-

lions. Wow! Just the interest on that much debt is mind boggling and it could be put to much better us. My prediction is that if the Clinton crowd is elected things will only get worse. We can not afford that in so many ways. It seems that a lot of lawmakers of all stripes are afraid that Donald Trump will upset their apple cart. And that is a good thing to look forward to. Yes, America is still the greatest country on earth, but it will not stay that way much longer unless we change things in Washington. One of the saddest things is there have been so many men and women that have died and sacrificed so much in our history and they still do right now. Please vote on Nov. 8. Even if you don’t care for Trump think about the alternative. I among many believe America’s survival depends it. A no-vote or third party vote is a vote for Lying Hillary. Dave Hicklin, Florence

interest of all the children in that community. Likewise, the City of Florence should not politicize the election of the best people who have the responsibility of providing quality services for all the citizens in our community. One government entity should not be treated differently from the other. The change to non-partisan elections simply requires a vote by City Council. Approval this year will allow the County Election Commission to have ample time to have the process in place and well promoted by the next election cycle in 2018. Concerned citizens who want to advocate local nonpartisan elections should contact the City Council members with their comments. Carroll Player, DDS Florence

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CERTIFIED ANGUS BONELESS

KETTLE CHIPS

POPCORN

CERTIFIED ANGUS COWBOY

FRITOS OR CHEETOS

OREO COOKIES

12 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

HAM

$1.79 LB.

$1.99 LB.

ON THE VINE

SC GREEN

TOMATOES

PEANUTS

2/$5

$4.99 EA.

16 - 32 OZ. ORE IDA

24.6 - 29.6 OZ. EGGO

POTATOES

WAFFLES

5/$5

BOGOF

5 - 10 OZ. BANQUET

6 CT. MAYFIELD

ICE CREAM SANDWICHES OR NOVELTIES

4/$5

5/$4 5.2 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

PIZZAS

RIB-EYE STEAKS

$9.99 EA.

$11.99 EA.

$6.99 EA.

$5.99 EA.

12 PK. 12 OZ. CANS

12 PK. 12 OZ. CANS OR BOTTLES

18 PK. 12 OZ.

.750 ML

BUD OR BUD LIGHT

COORS, COORS LIGHT, MILLER LITE OR YUENGLING

ICEHOUSE OR NAKED GRAPE MILLER HIGH LIFE WINES

5 LB. BAG

RUSSET POTATOES

MEAT SALE

TOP SIRLOIN STEAKS

DELI & BAKERY SPECIALS

$5.99 EA. 10 LB. FRESH

FRYER LEG QUARTERS

$9.99 EA. 5 LB. GUSTO

SPICED LUNCHEON OR CHOPPED HAM

FLIP FLOP WINES

GREENBAX GROCERY SPECIALS 8 OZ. KRAFT 24 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY 1.75 2 1.75 GB GB JELLY & JAM SALAD DRESSING GB APPLE SAUCE ★ 125 qt. Yeti Cooler 18 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY 27.5 OZ. SHOWBOAT GAL. PIGGLY WIGGLY 3 2.25 1 ★ (10) 12 pack cans of Coke or Pepsi Products PEANUT BUTTER AND GRAPE JELLY GB PORK & BEANS GB MILK $1.99 WITH GB ★ (Dozen) Bags of Frito Lay Chips 8-10 OZ. GREEN GIANT 4.75 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY 4 ROLL ANGEL SOFT 2 0.75 1.5 ★BOIL 10 pks. of Baby Back Ribs GB GB IN A BAG BUTTER ME NOT BISCUIT GB BATH TISSUE ★ (1) Case of Green Peanuts LITTLE DEBBIE $1.99 OR LESS SPARKLE 1 BIG ROLL PRINT 1.5 2 GB AND BISHOPVILLE GB SNACK CAKES TOWEL DRAWING TO BEPAPER HELD SEPTEMBER 1, 2016 AT SUMTER, MANNING PVILLE LOCATIONS LOCATIONS. 16 OZ. BAMA

10.5 - 10.9 OZ. TOTINO’S

VANILLA WAFERS

SC BUNCH

COLLARD GREENS

HOT POCKETS

2/$5

BASIC OR CLASSIC MEALS

2 LT.

PEPSI COLAS

221 Cherokee Road, Florence • 662-5605

PRICES EFFECTIVE AUGUST 8 - AUGUST 14, 2016

BISCUITS

5/$4 FRUIT OR POT PIES

BOGOF

PIGGLY WIGGLY HAS THE FRESHEST MEATS ANYWHERE. EACH STORE HAS A FULL SERVICE MEAT DEPARTMENT, COME CHECK US OUT.

DELI BAKERY/FLOWER SHOP 1945 W. Palmetto St. (Florence Mall) • 661-5323 Sup-Rx Pharmacy 1945 W. Palmetto St. (Inside Florence Mall) • 673-9107

FRUIT BLENDS

3/$5 SHREDDED OR CHUNK CHEESE

ICE CREAM

•Florence •Darlington •Hartsville •Lamar

COUNTRY CROCK

2/$6 GREEK YOGURT

CORN FLAKES OR RAISIN BRAN

48 OZ. MAYFIELD SELECT

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MRS. MAC’S 8 PC. MIXED

SLICED TO ORDER

FRIED CHICKEN

KRETSCHMAR HAM

$7.99

$4.99

2 CT.

$5.99 EA.

$14.99 EA.

4 LB. BOX CIRCLE A

6.5 LB. BIG DADDY’S MILD OR HOT

$10.99 EA.

$4.99 EA.

8” SINGLE LAYER CHOCOLATE OR YELLOW

$9.95 EA.

5 LB. FRESH

FRENCH TWINS

2/$3

LB.

$2.99 LB.

$2.99 EA.

$2.99

$3.99

IN STORE MADE

LARGE

PETITE 9 CT.

CUCUMBER/ TOMATO/ ONION SALAD

GARDEN SALAD

CINNAMON ROLLS

ASSORTED VARIETIES BENSON’S OLD HOME KITCHEN

CAKE SLICES

BEEF PATTIES

SMOKED SAUSAGE

CAKE OF THE MONTH: 8” DOUBLE LAYER CHOCOLATE OR YELLOW

$5.99 EA.

PORK NECKBONES

5 LB. SMOKED PORK

NECKBONES OR HAM HOCKS

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$1.89 EA.

2/$6

64 OZ. PLASTIC PIGGLY WIGGLY

59 OZ. TROP 50 PREMIUM

ORANGE JUICE

6 PK. .5 LT. OR 16 OZ. BOTTLES

DUTCH FARMS GRADE A

LARGE EGGS

PEPSI COLA

68¢ EA.

5/$10

LIMIT 3 WITH PFC AND $20 ORDER

LIMIT 5 WITH PFC AND $20 ORDER

18 - 20 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

2/$3

$1.99 EA.

24 - 28 OZ. PICTSWEET CLEAR BAG

15 OZ. REG. OR LIGHT SHEDD’S SPREAD

VEGETABLES

2/$5

4 CT. DANNON LIGHT AND FIT

59 OZ. DOLE

5/$5

8 OZ. DUTCH FARMS

12 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

5/$10

7 OZ. BANQUET

9 OZ. LEAN, SUB, CROISSANT OR

2/$4

LIMIT 8 WITH PFC AND $20 ORDER

21.1 - 22 OZ. FAMILY SIZE

4/$5

KELLOGG’S POP TARTS

2/$5

QUANTITY RIGHTS RESERVED. NONE SOLD TO DEALERS. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO CORRECT PRINTER’S ERRORS. PHOTOS FOR ILLUSTRATION PURPOSES ONLY. PRODUCT APPEARANCE MAY VARY.

PIG’S PRIDE FRESH

WHOLE FRYERS

98¢ LB. FRESH FAMILY PACK FRYER

DRUMSTICKS OR THIGHS

CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF PEELED

BOSTON BUTT PORK ROAST

WHOLE TENDERLOINS

$1.48 LB.

$12.99 LB.

FRESH FAMILY PACK

99¢ LB.

PORK STEAKS OR COUNTRY STYLE PORK RIBS

$1.99 LB.

$2.99 LB.

$1.29 LB.

$1.19 LB.

$6.99 LB.

$3.99 LB.

$2.49 LB.

FRESH FAMILY PACK

FRESH SPLIT OR CUT-UP

USDA SELECT

BABY BACK

FRESH FAMILY PACK

PASTA SAUCE

SIRLOIN PORK CHOPS

WHOLE FRYERS

T-BONE OR NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS

PORK RIBS

FRYER WINGS

5/$5

2/$6

$3.99 EA.

2/$5

2/$6

32 OZ.

12 OZ. CAROLINA PRIDE HICKORY SMOKED

1.5 LB. MILD, HOT OR POLISH ROGER WOOD BOX

19 OZ. JOHNSONVILLE FRESH

15 OZ. REG. OR BUN SIZE BALL PARK

12 - 14 OZ. HILLSHIRE FARMS LOOP STYLE

SLICED BACON

SMOKED SAUSAGE

BRATWURST OR ITALIAN SAUSAGE

MEAT OR TURKEY FRANKS

SMOKED SAUSAGE

2/$5

3/$5

2/$5

4 LB. BAG PIGGLY WIGGLY

12 - 16 OZ. KRAFT DELUXE

3 LB. BAG BLUE RIBBON

48 OZ. LOUANA

SUGAR

MACARONI & CHEESE DINNER

LONG GRAIN RICE

4/$10

5/$5

8.7 - 10.5 OZ. KELLOGG’S

13.25 - 16 OZ. BOX MUELLER’S

1.25 - 2.1 OZ. KELLOGG’S

15 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

PASTA

CEREAL IN A CUP

CANNED FRUIT

GATORADE

VEGETABLE OIL

3/$5

FROOT LOOPS, APPLE JACKS, RICE KRISPIES OR FROSTED FLAKES

$1.88 EA.

MUSCADINE GRAPES

JUMBO

CANTALOUPES

CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF BONELESS

BOTTOM ROUND OR RUMP ROAST

23 - 24 OZ. RAGU

$1.99 EA.

$1.88 LB.

(CUT AND WRAPPED FREE)

$1.39 LB.

$1.99 LB.

RED OR WHITE

PEACHES

SEEDLESS GRAPES

$1.99 EA.

2/$1

24 OZ. FRESH EXPRESS

CUCUMBERS

GARDEN SALAD

$4.99 EA.

2/$3

$2.99 EA.

$4.99 EA.

2/$5

4/$5

2/$5

$4.99 EA.

50 OZ. GAIN LIQUID 2X

128 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY GALLON

50 OZ OR 32 LD FAB LIQUID OR POWDER 2X

8 CT. PIGGLY WIGGLY

24 CT. PIGGLY WIGGLY

1 LB SUNNYLAND

LAUNDRY DETERGENT

BATH TISSUE

FUNPACK LUNCHABLES

JUMBO MEAT FRANKS OR SLICED MEAT BOLOGNA

12 OZ. BUTTERBALL SLICED

10 OZ. CAROLINA PRIDE SLICED REG., HONEY OR BROWN SUGAR

4 CT. JIMMY DEAN

PAPER TOWELS

8.9 - 10.8 OZ. OSCAR MAYER

TURKEY BACON

BREAKFAST SANDWICHES

LAUNDRY DETERGENT

BLEACH

BOGOF

2/$5

2/$6

2/$3

$9.99 LB.

$8.99 LB.

$6.99 LB.

8 - 9.75 OZ. FRITO LAY

7 - 8 OZ. LAYS

NABISCO

GOLDEN FLAKE

CERTIFIED ANGUS

RIB-EYE STEAKS

NEW YORK STRIP STEAKS

T-BONE STEAKS

CERTIFIED ANGUS BONELESS

KETTLE CHIPS

POPCORN

CERTIFIED ANGUS COWBOY

FRITOS OR CHEETOS

OREO COOKIES

12 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

HAM

$1.79 LB.

$1.99 LB.

ON THE VINE

SC GREEN

TOMATOES

PEANUTS

2/$5

$4.99 EA.

16 - 32 OZ. ORE IDA

24.6 - 29.6 OZ. EGGO

POTATOES

WAFFLES

5/$5

BOGOF

5 - 10 OZ. BANQUET

6 CT. MAYFIELD

ICE CREAM SANDWICHES OR NOVELTIES

4/$5

5/$4 5.2 OZ. PIGGLY WIGGLY

PIZZAS

RIB-EYE STEAKS

$9.99 EA.

$11.99 EA.

$6.99 EA.

$5.99 EA.

12 PK. 12 OZ. CANS

12 PK. 12 OZ. CANS OR BOTTLES

18 PK. 12 OZ.

.750 ML

BUD OR BUD LIGHT

COORS, COORS LIGHT, MILLER LITE OR YUENGLING

ICEHOUSE OR NAKED GRAPE MILLER HIGH LIFE WINES

5 LB. BAG

RUSSET POTATOES

MEAT SALE

TOP SIRLOIN STEAKS

DELI & BAKERY SPECIALS

$5.99 EA. 10 LB. FRESH

FRYER LEG QUARTERS

$9.99 EA. 5 LB. GUSTO

SPICED LUNCHEON OR CHOPPED HAM

FLIP FLOP WINES

10.5 - 10.9 OZ. TOTINO’S

VANILLA WAFERS

SC BUNCH

COLLARD GREENS

HOT POCKETS

2/$5

BASIC OR CLASSIC MEALS

2 LT.

PEPSI COLAS

221 Cherokee Road, Florence • 662-5605

PRICES EFFECTIVE AUGUST 8 - AUGUST 14, 2016

BISCUITS

5/$4 FRUIT OR POT PIES

BOGOF

PIGGLY WIGGLY HAS THE FRESHEST MEATS ANYWHERE. EACH STORE HAS A FULL SERVICE MEAT DEPARTMENT, COME CHECK US OUT.

DELI BAKERY/FLOWER SHOP 1945 W. Palmetto St. (Florence Mall) • 661-5323 Sup-Rx Pharmacy 1945 W. Palmetto St. (Inside Florence Mall) • 673-9107

FRUIT BLENDS

3/$5 SHREDDED OR CHUNK CHEESE

ICE CREAM

•Florence •Darlington •Hartsville •Lamar

COUNTRY CROCK

2/$6 GREEK YOGURT

CORN FLAKES OR RAISIN BRAN

48 OZ. MAYFIELD SELECT

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MRS. MAC’S 8 PC. MIXED

SLICED TO ORDER

FRIED CHICKEN

KRETSCHMAR HAM

$7.99

$4.99

2 CT.

$5.99 EA.

$14.99 EA.

4 LB. BOX CIRCLE A

6.5 LB. BIG DADDY’S MILD OR HOT

$10.99 EA.

$4.99 EA.

8” SINGLE LAYER CHOCOLATE OR YELLOW

$9.95 EA.

5 LB. FRESH

FRENCH TWINS

2/$3

LB.

$2.99 LB.

$2.99 EA.

$2.99

$3.99

IN STORE MADE

LARGE

PETITE 9 CT.

CUCUMBER/ TOMATO/ ONION SALAD

GARDEN SALAD

CINNAMON ROLLS

ASSORTED VARIETIES BENSON’S OLD HOME KITCHEN

CAKE SLICES

BEEF PATTIES

SMOKED SAUSAGE

CAKE OF THE MONTH: 8” DOUBLE LAYER CHOCOLATE OR YELLOW

$5.99 EA.

PORK NECKBONES

5 LB. SMOKED PORK

NECKBONES OR HAM HOCKS

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Pat Gibson-Hye Moore takes oath for Florence City Council After being sworn in as the new District 2 councilwoman, Pat Gibson-Hye Moore said she was ready to go to work. “I’m ready to get started so we can continue to move this city in the right direction,” the new councilwoman said. Mrs. Moore, elected to fill the vacancy of the late Ed Robinson, was sworn into office on the evening of Aug.

1 in a brief ceremony held in the City Council Chambers. The chambers were filled to capacity with her friends, family and well wishers. “It feels fantastic, but I know there’s a lot of work ahead of me,” she said. “I’m ready for the challenge. For me there’s no life without a challenge.” Judge Debra O. Jackson presided. Administering the oath of office was City

Judge Taft Guiles. He was assisted by Mrs. Moore’s husband, Kermit Moore. Mayor Stephen J. Wukela gave closing remarks, commenting that he has known the new councilwoman since childhood, adding he couldn’t think of a better person to move the city in a positive direction. Moore’s first council meeting was on Monday.

PAT GIBSON-HYE MOORE takes oath of office for Florence City Council. On left is her husband Kermit Moore, on right is Judge Taft Guiles.

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INDEX

100................................................LEGALS 200...........................................ADOPTION 210 .............................ANNOUNCEMENTS 215................................................EVENTS 250...........................................AUCTIONS 300 ........................FINANCIAL SERVICES 310...........................INTERNET SERVICES 320 .....................................INSTRUCTION 350 ..........................................PERSONAL 375 .........................HEALTH & NUTRITION 400 ...........................................ANTIQUES 405....BEAUTY SALONS/BARBER SHOPS 410 ..............BOATS/JET SKI & SUPPLIES . 420 .............GARDEN/FARM EQUIPMENT 425.......................GUNS & ACCESSORIES 435 ..................................FARM ANIMALS 440 ..............................LOST AND FOUND 450....................................MERCHANDISE 452 ............................................PRODUCE 455....................MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS 460................................PETS & SUPPLIES 470 .....................................WANT TO BUY 480 .......................................YARD SALES 500 .....................................EMPLOYMENT 510 ..................BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY 515.....................................HELP WANTED . 520 ............................................SERVICES 525 ........................................CHILD CARE 530 ...................................WORK WANTED

LEGALS

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SERVICE BY PUBLICATION State of South Carolina County Of Florence IN THE PROBATE COURT Case Number: 2016-ES21-00521. The Estate of Jerome Green by and through its heirs-at-law, unknown heirs-at-law, or devisees of Jerome Green. This notice is to inform Esau Green who is the father of the deceased, Jerome Green, of the upcoming probate hearing. The hearing date on this estate is August 16, 2016 at 11:00 AM. AND IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that a copy of this Order shall be served upon said Defendant by publication thereof in a newspaper of general circulation published in Florence County, State of South Carolina, once a week for three consecutive weeks Estate: Jerome Green Date of Death: August 15, 2015 Case Number: 2016-ES-21-00521 Hearing Date: August 16, 2016 Time of Hearing: 11:00 AM Location of Hearing: 180 N. Irby Street MSCL, Florence SC 29501 (7/27, 8/2, 8/10/16) SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF FILING OF COMPLAINT (Non-Jury) Foreclosure STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF

600...................APARTMENTS FOR RENT 605..................................BURIAL SPACES 610 ..................COMMERCIAL PROPERTY 612......................BUSINESSES FOR SALE 615..............................................CONDOS 618 .....................REAL ESTATE SERVICES 620...............................HOMES FOR RENT 625...............................HOMES FOR SALE 630..................................LAND FOR RENT 632................................LAND FOR LEASE 635..................................LAND FOR SALE 636....................................LAND WANTED 640.................MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT 645.................MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE 650 ....................................OFFICE SPACE 660 ............................RESORT PROPERTY 665.............................VACATION/TRAVEL 670 ..............................ROOMS FOR RENT 900....................................................ATVS 910............................AUTO/BODY PARTS 920 .................................. ................CARS 930...................................MOTORCYCLES 940 ...........................RV SALES/RENTALS 950.................................. .................SUVS 960 ............................................TRAILERS 970............ ..................................TRUCKS 980 ...................................................VANS 990 ..........................................STATEWIDE

FLORENCE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT C/A #:2016-CP-21-01318 SOUTH CAROLINA STATE HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY, Plaintiff, vs. PATRICK OWEN HARRIOTT and SC HOUSING CORP. ACTING THROUGH SOUTH CAROLINA STATE HOUSING FINANCE AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY'S SOUTH CAROLINA HOMEOWNERSHIP AND EMPLOYMENT LENDING PROGRAM, Defendants. TO THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, a copy of which is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your answer to the said Complaint upon the subscribers, at their office, 1703 Laurel Street (29201), Post Office Box 11682, Columbia, South Carolina 29211, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the Complaint in the time aforesaid, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the original Complaint in the above entitled action was filed in the office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County on May 31, 2016. GRIMSLEY LAW

FIRM, LLC P. O. Box 11682 Columbia, South Carolina 29211 (803) 233-1177 Benjamin E. Grimsley Attorney for the Plaintiff June 15, 2016 (7/27, 8/3, 8/10/16) NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Property of the following tenant will be sold for cash to satisfy liens in accordance with the terms of Title 39 Chapter 20 of the SC Code of Laws. All items will be sold or otherwise disposed of. Sale will be conducted at Storage Rentals of America #34 located at 1309 E. Howe Springs Road, Florence, SC 29505 on August 24, 2016 at 1:30 PM. All goods will be sold in “AS IS, WHERE IS” condition, all items or spaces may not be available at time of sale. Cash only and a $50.00 cleaning deposit will be accepted. UNIT NUMBER / NAME / ITEMS C-33 / Dottie Ortiz / Household Items E-13 / April Denise Collins / Household Items F-15 / Elizabeth Simmons / Household Items (8/3, 8/10/16) NOTICE OF APPLICATION Notice is hereby given that A’ TASTE INC. intends to apply to the South Carolina Department of Revenue for a license/permit that will allow the sale and ON premises consumption of BEER/WINE/LIQUOR at 712 W. SMITH ST. TIM-

MONSVILLE, SC 29161. To object to the issuance of this permit/license, written protest must be postmarked no later than AUGUST 26, 2016. For a protest to be valid, it must be in writing, and should include the following information: (1) the name, address, and telephone number of person filing the protest; (2) the specific reasons why the application should be denied; (3) that the person protesting is willing to attend a hearing (if one is requested by the applicant); (4) that the person protesting resides in the same county where the proposed place of business is located or within five miles of the business; and, (5) the name of the applicant and the address of the premises to be licensed. Protests must be mailed to: S.C. Department of Revenue, ATTN: ABL SECTION, P.O. Box 125, Columbia, SC 29214-0907; or faxed to: (803) 896-0110 (8/10, 8/17, 8/24/16) NOTICE OF APPLICATION Notice is hereby given that DOLCE ENTERPRISES, LLC. intends to apply to the South Carolina Department of Revenue for a license/permit that will allow the sale and ON premises consumption of BEER/WINE at 152 SOUTH DARGAN ST. FLORENCE, SC 29506. To object to the issuance of this permit/license, written protest must be postmarked no later than AUGUST 26, 2016. For a protest to be valid, it must be in writing, and should include the following information: (1) the name, address, and telephone number of person filing the protest; (2) the specific reasons why the application should be denied; (3) that the person protesting is willing to attend a hearing (if one is requested by the applicant); (4) that the person protesting resides in the same county where the proposed place of business is located or within five miles of the business; and, (5) the name of the applicant and the address of the premises to be licensed. Protests must be mailed to: S.C. Department of Revenue, ATTN: ABL SECTION, P.O. Box 125, Columbia, SC 29214-0907; or faxed to: (803) 896-0110 (8/10, 8/17, 8/24/16) NOTICE OF SALE BY VIRTUE of a decree heretofore granted in the case of Florence Dupont Employees Federal Credit Union vs. David Anthony Madurski a/k/a David A. Madurski, and Angel R. Madurski a/k/a Angel Madurski, CA# 2015-CP21-251, I, the undersigned, will sell on August 30, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., at the Florence County Courthouse, 180 North Irby Street, Florence, South Carolina, to the highest bidder the following property: All that certain piece, parcel or lot of land situate, lying and being near the City of Flo-

rence, in the County of Florence, State of South Carolina, being known and designated as Lot 59 as shown on a plat of Cedarbrook Subdivision, Phase II made by Ervin Engineering Company, Inc., dated July 2, 1990 and recorded in the office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County in Plat Book 38 at page 127. Reference being had to said plat for a more complete and accurate description. The within conveyance is subject to those certain restrictive covenants applicable to Cedarbrook Subdivision, Phase II recorded in the abovementioned office in Book A-329 at page 2277, which are identical to restrictive covenants applicable to Cedarbrook Subdivision, Phase I recorded in Book A-329 at page 608. This being the same property conveyed to the mortgagors herein by deed of Michael Nathan Williams recorded in the office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County simultaneously herewith. TMS# 1255-0100 TERMS OF SALE: The successful bidder, other than the Plaintiff, will deposit, at the conclusion of the bidding, five percent (5%) of the bid, in cash or equivalent, as evidence of good faith, same to be applied to purchase price in case of compliance, but to be forfeited and applied first to costs and then to Plaintiff's debt in the case of noncompliance. Should the last and highest bidder fail or refuse to make the required deposit at time of bid or comply with the other terms of the bid within thirty (30) days, then the property will be resold on the same terms and conditions on some subsequent Sales Day at the risk of the said highest bidder. Personal or deficiency judgment having been demanded, the bidding will remain open for a period of thirty (30) days after the sale as provided by law. Purchaser to pay for preparation of the deed, documentary stamps on the deed, and recording fees. SUBJECT TO FLORENCE COUNTY TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, ANY OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD.s/ July 27, 2016Steven G. Mikell Special Referee for Florence County Ray Coit Yarborough, Jr. Attorney for Plaintiff Printer: Please publish for three consecutive weeks. .(8/10, 8/17, 8/24/16) NOTICE OF SALE BY VIRTUE of a decree heretofore granted in the case of Fred T. Shaw, Jr. and Margie S. Shaw vs. Misty D. Hutchinson a/k/a Misty Hutchinson, Jerel H. Hutchinson, Jr. a/k/a Jerel H. Hutchinson, The South Carolina Department of Revenue, The United States, through its agency, the Internal Revenue Service, First Federal Savings & Loan Association of Charleston, and Michael Kielar, CA# 2016-CP-21818, I, the undersigned, will sell on September 6, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at the Florence County Courthouse, 180 North Irby Street, Flo-

rence, South Carolina, to the highest bidder the following property: All that certain piece, parcel or lot of land lying, being and situate in the County of Florence, State of South Carolina, being shown and designated as Lot 17 on a map of Nob Hill Subdivision by Banks & Powers, Registered Surveyors, dated November 6, 1964, and recorded in Plat Book “U”, Page 119, in the office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County and being more particularly shown on a plat prepared for Joseph B. Timms, III by Lind Surveying Company, Inc. dated May 21, 1974, whereon said lot is shown as bounded on the North by Lot 18, whereon it measures 150 feet; on the East by Nob Hill Drive, whereon it fronts and measures 100 feet; on the South by Lot 16, whereon it measures 150; and on the West by South Plantation Drive, whereon it measures 100 feet. This being the same property conveyed to the Mortgagors by deed of Fred T. Shaw, Jr. and Margie S. Shaw dated even date with this Mortgage and recorded even date with the recording of this Mortgage in the office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County. TERMS OF SALE: The successful bidder, other than the Plaintiff, will deposit, at the conclusion of the bidding, five percent (5%) of the bid, in cash or equivalent, as evidence of good faith, same to be applied to purchase price in case of compliance, but to be forfeited and applied first to costs and then to Plaintiff's debt in the case of noncompliance. Should the last and highest bidder fail or refuse to make the required deposit at time of bid or comply with the other terms of the bid within thirty (30) days, then the property will be resold on the same terms and conditions on some subsequent Sales Day at the risk of the said highest bidder. Personal or deficiency judgment having been waived, the bidding will not remain open for a period of thirty (30) days after the sale as provided by law. Purchaser to pay for preparation of the deed, documentary stamps on the deed, and recording fees. SUBJECT TO FLORENCE COUNTY TAXES AND ASSESSMENTS, EASEMENTS, RESTRICTIONS, ANY OTHER MATTERS OF RECORD AND THE RIGHT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO REDEEM THE PROPERTY FOR A PERIOD OF 120 DAYS AFTER THE SALE. s/ Steven G. Mikell Special Referee for Florence County August 2, 2016 Ray Coit Yarborough, Jr. Attorney for Plaintiff Printer: Please publish for three consecutive weeks. (8/10, 8/17, 8/24/16) SUMMONS STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF FLORENCE IN THE FAMILY COURT OF THE TWELFTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT DOCKET NO.

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2016-DR-21-1043 BARBARA ANN BAIRD AND JOSEPH JAMES BAIRD, PLAINTIFFS -VSBRANDY NICOLE SAULS, JAMES HAMPTON, JR., AND BABY JANE DOE AND BABY MARY DOE MINORS UNDER THE AGE OF FIFTEEN (15) YEARS, DEFENDENTS. TO THE DEFENDENTS ABOVE NAMED: You ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to answer the Complaint in this action, of which a copy is herewith served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer to the said Complaint on the subscriber at her offices in Florence, South Carolina, within THIRTY (30) DAYS after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to answer the Complaint within the time aforesaid, it is a consent to the adoption (§63-9730 (E)(3)), and judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. July 12, 2016 NOTICE OF PUBLICATION To THE DEFENDANT, JAMES HAMPTON, JR. YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the original Summons and Complaint in the above-entitled action were filed in the office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County, the object in prayer of which is the adoption of two female children born to Brandy Sauls and James Hampton, Jr., on August 4, 2009 and August 15, 2010 in Florence County, South Carolina. ORDER FOR PUBLICATION Having read and filed the Complaint for Order of Publication by Kaye Patel Fraley, attorney for the Plaintiffs herein, and it appearing to my satisfaction that this is an adoption action, and further that the Defendant, James Hampton, Jr., cannot after due diligence be located in the County and State in which he last resided, it is ORDERED that service in this matter be made on the Defendant, James Hampton, Jr., by publishing copies of the Summons, Notice of Publication and this Order in a newspaper of general circulation in Florence County, South Carolina, once weekly for three consecutive weeks, and by forwarding a copy of the pleadings to the Defendant, James Hampton, Jr., at his last known address. Aug. 1, 2016 J.G. McGee Chief Judge for Administrative Purposes Twelfth Judicial Circuit Kaye Patel Fraley Folkens Law Firm.P.A. 60I W. Evans Street Post Office Box 6139 Florence, S.C. 29502 (843) 665-0100 Attorney for Plaintiff (8/10, 8/17, 8/24/16) NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF FLORENCE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS CASE NO. 2016-CP-21-00798 Ditech Financial LLC fka Green Tree Servicing LLC, Plaintiff -vs- Kenneth Lloyd and Stephanie Lloyd, Defendant(s) BY VIRTUE of a judgment heretofore granted in the case of Ditech Financial LLC fka Green Tree Servicing LLC vs. Kenneth Lloyd and Stephanie Lloyd, I, Connie Reel-Shearin, as Clerk of Court for Florence County, will sell on September 6, 2016, at 12:00 Noon, at the Florence County Courthouse, 180 N. Irby Street, Florence, South Carolina 29501, to the highest bidder: All that certain piece, parcel or lot of land situate, lying and being in the County of Florence, State of South Carolina, being shown and designated as Lot No. 38 on a plat of prop-

erty surveyed for Charlestowne, Inc, entitled “Final Plat of Charlestowne, Inc., Phase 2, prepared by Nesbitt Survey Company, Inc.,” recorded August 2, 2000 in Plat Book 74 at Page 388 in the official records of Florence County, South Carolina. For a more complete and accurate description of the property reference is hereby made to the aforementioned plat. Being the same property conveyed to Kenneth Lloyd by deed of Charlestowne, Inc., dated July 19, 2001 and recorded August 6, 2001 in Book A643 at Page 1021 in the Register of Deeds Office for Florence County. ALSO: Being the same property conveyed to Charlestowne, Inc. by deed of Lincoln L. Privette, Sr., dated November 29, 1996, recorded November 27, 1996 in Book 479 at Page 992 in the Register of Deeds Office for Florence County. Borrower, being mortgaged with the property, declared that it is Borrower's intent that the mobile home lose its nature as personalty and become realty. Borrower further declared that the mobile home shall remain permanently attached as a part of the real property and will not be removed therefrom. TMS #: 206-01-060 Physical Address: 2902 Battery Park Rd., Florence, SC 29506 SUBJECT TO FLORENCE COUNTY TAXES TERMS OF SALE: The successful bidder, other than the Plaintiff, will deposit with the Clerk of Court at conclusion of the bidding, five (5%) of his bid, in cash or equivalent, as evidence of good faith, the same to be applied to purchase price in case of compliance, but to be forfeited and applied first to costs and then to Plaintiff's debt in the case of noncompliance. Should the last and highest bidder fail or refuse to make the required deposit at the time of the bid or comply with the other terms or the bid within twenty (20) days, then the Clerk of Court may resell the property on the same terms and conditions on some subsequent Sales Day (at the risk of the former highest bidder). No personal or deficiency judgment being demanded, the bidding will not remain open after the date of sale, but compliance with the bid may be made immediately. The successful bidder will be required to pay interest on the amount of the bid from the date of sale to date of compliance with the bid at the rate of 8.875% per annum. Connie Reel-Shearin Clerk of Court for Florence County Theodore von Keller, Esquire B. Lindsay Crawford, III, Esquire Sara Hutchins Columbia, South Carolina Attorney for Plaintiff (8/10, 8/17, 8/24/16) SUMMONS AND NOTICES (Non-Jury) FORECLOSURE OF REAL ESTATE MORTGAGE STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF FLORENCE IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS C/A NO.: 2016-CP-21-01281 U.S. Bank, National Association, as Trustee for CBASS 2007-CB2 Trust, C-BASS Mortgage Loan Asset-Backed Certificates, Series 2007-CB2, Plaintiff, vs. The Estate of William S. Kelly, John Doe and Richard Roe, as Representatives of all Heirs and Devisees of William S. Kelly, and all persons entitled to claim under or through them; also, all other persons or corporations unknown claiming any right, title, interest in or lien upon the real estate described herein, any unknown adults, whose true names are unknown, being as a

class designated as John Doe, and any unknown infants, persons under disability, or persons in the Military Service of the United States of America, whose true names are unknown, being as a class designated as Richard Roe; Westbrook Homeowners Association, Inc. of Florence, Defendant(s). TO THE DEFENDANT(S) ABOVE NAMED: YOU ARE HEREBY SUMMONED and required to appear and defend by answering the Complaint in this action, a copy of which is hereby served upon you, and to serve a copy of your Answer on the subscribers at their offices at 3800 Fernandina Road, Suite 110, Columbia, SC 29210, within thirty (30) days after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; except that the United States of America, if named, shall have sixty (60) days to answer after the service hereof, exclusive of the day of such service; and if you fail to do so, judgment by default will be rendered against you for the relief demanded in the Complaint. TO MINOR(S) OVER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE, AND/OR TO MINOR(S) UNDER FOURTEEN YEARS OF AGE AND THE PERSON WITH WHOM THE MINOR(S) RESIDES, AND/OR TO PERSONS UNDER SOME LEGAL DISABILITY: YOU ARE FURTHER SUMMONED AND NOTIFIED to apply for the appointment of a guardian ad litem within thirty (30) days after the service of this Summons and Notice upon you. If you fail to do so, application for such appointment will be made by Attorney for Plaintiff. YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that Plaintiff will move for an Order of Reference or the Court may issue a general Order of Reference of this action to a Master-in-Equity/Special Referee, pursuant to Rule 53 of the South Carolina Rules of Civil Procedure. YOU WILL ALSO TAKE NOTICE that under the provisions of S.C. Code Ann. § 29-3-100, effective June 16, 1993, any collateral assignment of rents contained in the referenced Mortgage is perfected and Attorney for Plaintiff hereby gives notice that all rents shall be payable directly to it by delivery to its undersigned attorneys from the date of default. In the alternative, Plaintiff will move before a judge of this Circuit on the 10th day after service hereof, or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard, for an Order enforcing the assignment of rents, if any, and compelling payment of all rents covered by such assignment directly to the Plaintiff, which motion is to be based upon the original Note and Mortgage herein and the Complaint attached hereto. LIS PENDENS NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT an action has been or will be commenced in this Court upon complaint of the above-named Plaintiff against the abovenamed Defendant(s) for the foreclosure of a certain mortgage of real estate given by William S. Kelly to Beneficial Mortgage Co. of South Carolina dated March 3, 2006 and recorded on March 10, 2006 in Book A994 at Page 521, in the Florence County Registry (hereinafter, “Mortgage”). Thereafter, the Mortgage was transferred to the Plaintiff herein by assignment and/or corporate merger. The premises covered and affected by the said Mortgage and by the foreclosure thereof were, at the time of the making thereof and at the time of the filing of this notice, more particularly described in the said Mortgage and are more commonly described as: All that certain piece, parcel or tract of land in the

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County of Florence, State of South Carolina, containing 0.86 acres, more or less, designated as Lot 10 of Westbrook Subdivision, Phase 1 as shown on a map of Westbrook Subdivision Phase 1, prepared by David A. Nebitt, RLS, dated December 3 1990, a copy of which is recorded in the Office of Clerk of Court for Florence County in Plat Book 41 at page 133. Said lot of land is more particularly bounded according to said plat as follows: on the Northeast by Traces Golf Course for a distance of 150.00 feet; on the Southeast by Lot 11 on the aforesaid map for a distance of 250.00 feet; on the Southwest by Southborough Road for a distance of 150.00 feet and on the Northwest by Lot 9 on the aforesaid map for a distance of 250.00 feet. This being the same property conveyed to William S. Kelly by Deed of Gregory Psillos dated July 7, 2000 and recorded July 7, 2000 in Book A599 at Page 1688 in the records for Florence County, South Carolina. TMS No. 00517-01-002 Property Address: 4407 Southborough Road, Florence, SC 29501 NOTICE OF FILING COMPLAINT TO THE DEFENDANTS ABOVE NAMED: YOU WILL PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the original Complaint, Cover Sheet for Civil Actions and Certificate of Exemption from ADR in the above entitled action was filed in the Office of the Clerk of Court for Florence County on May 25, 2016. ORDER APPOINTING GUARDIAN AD LITEM AND APPOINTMENT OF ATTORNEY It appearing to the satisfaction of the Court, upon reading the filed Petition for Appointment of Kelley Woody, Esquire as Guardian ad Litem for unknown minors, and for all persons who may be under a disability, and it appearing that Kelley Woody, Esquire has consented to said appointment, FURTHER upon reading the filed Petition for Appointment of Kelley Woody, Esquire as Attorney for any unknown Defendants who may be in the Military Service of the United States of America, and may be, as such, entitled to the benefits of the Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act, and any amendments thereto, and it appearing that Kelley Woody, Esquire has consented to act for and represent said Defendants, it is ORDERED that Kelley Woody, Esquire of P.O. Box 6432, Columbia, SC 29260, phone (803) 787-9678, be and hereby is appointed Guardian ad Litem on behalf of all unknown minors and all unknown persons who may be under a disability, all of whom may have or claim to have some interest or claim to the real property commonly known as 4407 Southborough Road, Florence, SC 29501; that she is empowered and directed to appear on behalf of and represent said Defendants, unless said Defendants, or someone on their behalf, shall within thirty (30) days after service of a copy hereof as directed, procure the appointment of Guardian or Guardians ad Litem for said Defendants. AND IT IS FURTHER ORDERED that Kelley Woody, Esquire of P.O. box 6432, Columbia, SC 29260 phone (803) 787-9678, be and hereby is appointed Attorney for any unknown Defendants who are, or may be, in the Military Service of the United States of America and as such are entitled to the benefits of the Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act aka Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil Relief Act of 1940, and any amendments thereto, to represent and protect the interest of said Defendants, AND IT IS FURTHER ORDERED That a copy of this Order shall be forth with served upon said Defendants by publication in The News Journal, a

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Three local gymnasts are AAU National Champions THE MCLEOD PARK AAA ALL STARS of Florence finished second in the Dixie Youth State tournament that was held in Union, July 15-21.They won the Sub District held in Dillon, June 17-22, and went on to become the District 10 Champions in Mullins, June 24-29.They battled in Union losing both games to Blythewood, who won the Dixie Youth AAA State Tournament. During these 17 games Peyton Rogers hit two grand slams, Jack Seward hit two home-runs, Caleb Klucharich hit three home-runs and Noah Moore hit one home-run. Kneeling, from left, are Dawson Young, Jaimie Neal, Jack Seward, Noah Moore and Cooper Coleman; standing from left are Ryan Johnson, Evan Frannk, Peyton Rogers, Mac Faile, Camp Keels, Caleb Klucharich and Trace Edwards. Coaches, from left, are Lee Coleman, Chris Rogers and Tony Moore.

Florence gymnasts competed in the AAU National Championships on June 29July 3 at the Wide World of Sports in Orlando, Fla. Three of the 16 Florence gymnasts were national champions placing first all around in their age groups. They are Amelia Lyles, Emily SantiAnna and

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Destiny Harrell. Thirteen of the 16 girls that competed placed in the top three places in at least one event. XCEL SILVER: Kamarie Goodman placed second on bars (9.400), third on beam (8.900), fifth on floor, and seventh all around with a score of 35.900. LEVEL 3: Courtney Clemson placed sixth on vault and beam, first on bars (9.325), seventh on floor, and sixth AA with a 36.200. Brooke Owens placed fourth on bars and beam, fifth on floor finishing fourth AA with a score of 35.875. LEVEL 4: Carson Arthur placed second on vault (9.225) and eighth on bars, beam, and floor, and fifth AA with a score of 35.650. Addie Bausmith placed sixth on vault, eighth on bars, first on beam (9.500), third on floor (9.450) and third AA with a score of 36.150. Amelia Lyles was a national champion placing first on vault (9.150) and floor (9.550), second on bars (9.275), sixth on beam, and first all-around with a score of 36.600. Emery McCutcheon placed fourth on bars, third on beam (9.000), eighth on floor, finishing sixth AA with a score of 34.675. Jenna Sherer placed sixth on vault, fifth on bars, third on beam (8.750), sev-

enth on floor and sixth AA with a score of 34.825. Kris Thomas placed sixth on vault, fourth on bars and beam, eighth on floor and fourth AA with a score of 35.200. LEVEL 6: Ariel Davis placed second on vault (9.650) and beam (9.550), sixth on bars, first on floor (9.550), finishing second AA with a score of 37.750. Destiny Harrell was a national champion placing first on vault (9.700) and floor (9.550), third on bars (9.325), sixth on beam, finishing first all-around with a score of 37.775. Michaela Hayes placed third on vault (9.100), fifth on beam, finishing seventh AA with a score of 35.300. Julianna Laney placed sixth on vault, fifth bars and floor, first on beam (9.625), and fourth AA with 37.100. Lindie Matthee placed seventh on vault and floor, fourth on beam and eighth AA with 35.075. Mattison Stephenson placed third on vault (9.300) and floor (9.450), fourth on bars, seventh on beam, and fifth all around with a score of 36.850. LEVEL 9: Emily SantiAnna was a national champion placing second on vault (8.400), first on bars (7.150), beam (8.100), and floor (8.800), and first all-around with a score of 32.450.

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Carter Center for Health Sciences now open A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held Thursday morning officially opening Francis Marion University’s Luther F. Carter Center for Health Sciences. This 50,000 square foot building includes classrooms, laboratories, and a state-of-the-art interprofessional simulation learning environment. Classes begin on Aug. 22. During the ribbon-cutting ceremony, Ken Jackson, chairman of the FMU Board of Trustees announced that the center’s auditorium is named in honor of attorney and former Florence Mayor Haigh Porter, and the simulation laboratory is named in honor of Dr. Sompong Kraikit. The new facility will house medically related fields including nurse educator, nurse practitioner, clinical psychology, and physician assistant. It will also house third and fourth year medical students from the University of South Carolina Medical School. According to the FMU website, Francis Marion University’s School of Health Sciences is the University’s newest academic division and the home of the University’s fast-growing programs in healthcare education. The School of Health Sciences was approved by the FMU Board of Trustees in 2015 and began operations on July 1, 2016. The school is home to the following programs: Nursing Program, BSN Degree, RN-to-BSN program, RN-to-BSN Veterans Program, RN-to-BSN Mt. Pleasant, MSN Family Nurse Practitioner, MSN Nurse Educator, Post-Master’s Nurse Educator Certificate, MS Physician Assistant Program and Bachelor’s of Science in Healthcare Administration. Additional planned programs in healthcare specialities are in the pipeline and will also fall under the of the School of Health Sciences. The School of Health Sciences programs are housed in two buildings: The Luther F. Carter Center for Health Sciences (CCHS) is located in downtown Florence. The MSN programs and the Physician Assistant programs are housed here. The Frank B. Lee Nursing Building (LNB) is located on the main campus. The undergraduate nursing program is housed here and the building includes classrooms and a simulation lab.

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RIBBON CUTTING FOR THE LUTHER F. CARTER CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES – From left, Ken Jackson, chairman of the FMU Board of Trustees, Dr. Eddie Floyd, S.C. Senator Hugh Leatherman and Florence Mayor Stephen Wukela.

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Mystery writer to speak at Florence Library Aug. 16 USA Today Best-Selling author Susan Boyer, known for her award-winning Liz Talbot mystery series, will be at the Doctors Bruce and Lee Foundation Library on Tuesday, Aug.16 at 6 p.m. Boyer will be sharing her writing process with the audience. Books will be available for purchase and autographing at the end of the program. Boyer has written five books in the Liz Talbot mystery series including Lowcountry Boil, Lowcountry Bombshell, Lowcountry Boneyard, Lowcountry Bordello, and latest novel, Lowcountry Book Club, released earlier this month. Acclaimed author Cassandra King says, “Lowcountry Bombshell is that rare combination of suspense, humor, seduction, and mayhem, an

absolute must-read not only for mystery enthusiasts but for anyone who loves a fastpaced, well-written story!” Boyer won the Agatha

Buy Shrimp and Grits children’s clothes, not food, on Aug. 11 and support Help 4 Kids Florence The clothing available will include items for back to school, Thanksgiving, Christmas and everyday wear. The sale will take place in the Help 4 Kids Florence Warehouse at 2420 Hoffmeyer Road, in the CSP Insurance Services Building. If you have questions or want to order but can’t attend, contact Help 4 Kids Florence Board Member Gretchen Vergara at 352727-8015 or email

gretch22@hotmail.com Help 4 Kids Florence is a non-profit organization with a mission of filling the weekend hunger gap for the children in Florence County elementary schools who receive free or reduced breakfast/lunch during the week and who are identified as being “food insecure” on the weekend. Since the first distribution of 193 meals for the weekend in six schools in Florence School District One in September 2013, the organization has grown to providing approximately 1,500

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award for her debut novel, Lowcountry Boil. She also won the 2012 Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery/Suspense. She is the recipient of Relief Journal’s Editor’s Choice Award in fiction and has been recognized by the Carrie McCrary Memorial Literary Awards program. If you love the beach, Southern food, small towns, and have some crazy kinfolk, then this series is the perfect choice for this summer’s beach reads. Sponsored by Friends of Florence County Library, this program is free and open to the public. For additional information please call (843) 413-7074 or visit www.florencelibrary.org.

Duke Energy Foundation presented a $26,000 grant to support Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Mobile Food Pantry program which delivers meals to Pee Dee families in food desert areas. From left, Denise Holland, Harvest Hope CEO; Mindy Taylor, Duke Energy government and community relations manager; and Donna Lollis, donor relations manager for Harvest Hope in Florence.

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bags of food for the weekend during the academic year among 30 schools in all five Florence County school districts (Florence, Pamplico, Lake City, Timmonsville and Johnsonville). Food for the weekend has also been provided during summer school. Learn more about Help 4 Kids Florence on Facebook and on its website (www. help4kidsflorence.org.

Dance auditions Auditions for the Joy Dance Company, open to students in grades 5-12, will be on Thursday, Aug.11, at 6 p.m. Company members will participate in a spring recital and have the option of attending dance conventions as well as other community outreach performances. Private and semi-private lessons are available. For more call 843-3193203. Joydancestudiosc@gmail .com.

Harvest Hope will be able to deliver more meals to Pee Dee families in food desert areas with the help of a $26,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation. The grant will be used to support Harvest Hope Food Bank’s Mobile Food Pantry in the Pee Dee area by sending it out 52 times over the next year. “Harvest Hope strives daily to reach families struggling with hunger, including those who live where there are no grocery stores or public transportation,” said Mindy Taylor, government and community relations manager for Duke Energy. “The Mobile Food Pantry is a critical lifeline to our neighbors, especially those who are elderly and disabled. For many, this is their only source of nutritious food.” Harvest Hope’s Mobile Food Pantry typically provides food across eight counties in the Pee Dee area to families located in food

desert areas. It costs $500 for the Mobile Food Pantry to provide more than 100 meals to families that need help during a single trip. Each family typically receives enough food to last two weeks. “Duke Energy is a longstanding partner in Harvest Hope’s hunger relief mission in the Pee Dee, and we deeply appreciate their support,” said Donna Lollis, donor relations manager for Harvest Hope in Florence. “They continue to show their dedication to serving the community through the gift of nourishment for empty tables. Duke Energy is truly committed to serving the community and to ensuring that families have the resources they need to thrive and grow.” The Duke Energy Foundation provides philanthropic support to address the needs of the communities where its customers live and work. In 2015, the foundation provided more than $30 million in charitable gifts. The foundation’s education focus spans kindergarten to career, particularly science, technology, engineering and math (STEM), early childhood literacy and workforce development. It also supports the environment and community impact initiatives, including arts and culture. Duke Energy employees and retirees actively con-

tribute to their communities as volunteers and leaders at a wide variety of nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.dukeenergy.com/foundation. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Duke Energy is an S&P 100 Stock Index company traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol DUK. Harvest Hope Food Bank serves 20 counties across South Carolina with a mission of providing hunger relief with dignity, compassion and education to people in need. Harvest Hope is a non-profit organization with food banks in Columbia, Florence and Greenville. www. harvesthope.org.

Excel workshop Florence Public Library will host a Microsoft Excel 2013 Basics Workshop on Aug. 10, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Participants should be comfortable with mouse, keyboard, general computer use, and Microsoft Word 2013 before registering. Space is limited. Registration is required. For more information or to register, please call 843413-7074.

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Health Fair on Saturday Kingdom Living Temple Church of Florence will be hosting Community Health Fair on Saturday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. There will be screenings, health, wellness and nutritional information and a Back to School Bash. There will be nurses and other medical professionals. Refreshments will also be served. For additional information please call 843-410-3272 or 843-603-4481

New monument, two POWs to be recognized at Veterans Park South Carolina Chapter 4 Rolling Thunder is donating a Chair of Honor to the Florence Veterans Park. The new monument will be adjacent to the POW/MIA Monument which was donated by the local Rolling Thunder Chapter several years ago. The National Chair of Honor Program supports POW/MIAs by reminding Americans of the sacrifices of those who suffered as prisoners of war or remain missing in action. The empty POW/MIA chair will remain perpetually empty to remind Americans that even though soldiers are not here, there is still a space for them. In addition to the chair, two Pee Dee area Prisoners of War will be presented the South Carolina Prisoner of War Medal. The SC Legislature created the medal in a June 2014 law that authorizes that South Carolina residents on the federal POW list and who received an honorable discharge may be presented the SC POW Medal. Pvt. Paul B. Rung, Florence, served in the US Army in Europe during World War II. Rung was captured in 1944 and remained a POW until his release near the end of WW II in 1945. Commander Alfred Agnew, Mullins, is a retired US Navy pilot. Agnew was captured after being shot down in 1972 in Vietnam. He gained notoriety when he became known as the last POW of the Vietnam War to be released on March 29, 1973. They will be presented the SC POW Medal in an appropriate ceremony.

CADET LEADERSHIP GRADUATES of Wilson High School are flanked by Lt. Col Johnny Guest, far left, and Master Chief Fletcher Williams, far right.

Wilson cadets complete cadet leadership course Wilson High School held a graduation and promotion ceremony for its Cadet Leadership Course (CLC) graduates on Friday, Aug. 5. The cadets completed

Back to School Talent Showcase set for Aug.21 Ladies Divine To Shine, a nonprofit organization in the Pee Dee area offering guidance to the youth and promoting higher education, self-awareness, and community engagement, will host its 2nd Annual Back To School Talent Showcase at the Barnes Street Activity Center on Aug. 21 from 3 to 5 p.m. This free event will give different youth groups and individuals in the Pee Dee area the opportunity to showcase their special talents. Also, bookbags filled with school supplies will be given away. Anyone who would like to make a monetary donation or donate school supplies should contact the founder, Shakeita Price at 843-6173790 or via email ladiesdivinetoshine@gmail.com.

the program at The Citadel in Charleston. The goal of the program is to challenge all cadets to achieve their best as individuals and as members of a team. Wilson High School’s Lt. Col. Johnny Guest, USAF (Ret.), said, “Successful completion of the CLC results in the cadets returning to their units stronger in mind and spirit, and ready to accept the challenges and rewards of leadership.” Lt. Col. Guest also outlined the purpose of the learning experiences: To prepare Air Force JROTC cadets for leadership roles in their units; To prepare Air Force JROTC cadets for service and leadership roles in their schools and communities and better prepare them for life after high school; and

To instill in cadets the JROTC values of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, and a sense of accomplishment. The Florence students are among a total of 340 cadets, from 16 AFJROTC units in the South Eastern Region, one of the two Coast Guard Units in the nation, and from the National Cadet Corps of the Republic of Singapore. Florence Cadet graduates are Joel Baslot, Abigayle Stone, Justice Long, (West Florence), Austin Davis, Jamison Faulk-Jordan, Justin Hedges, Shykeria King and Dawson Muckelroy. For more information, contact Lt. Commander Johnny Guest, USAF (Ret) at Wilson High School at 843-758-6624.

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(StatePoint) – After a summer of fun, getting back into the swing of the classroom can be difficult for students of all ages and family backgrounds. But parents can help, say experts. “It’s easy for parents to feel like there isn't enough time to add more activities to an already packed schedule. But, there are many easy ways you can set the tone of making learning fun, ease the back-to-school transition, and foster literacy skills at home,” says Jon Reigelman, creative director of the National Center for Families Learning (NCFL). Reigelman suggests seeking out free resources, such as Camp Wonderopolis, a virtual camp and online learning tool available to all families, libraries, schools, and community organizations. It can be a great weekend or afterschool activity for busy families that can be completed at any pace. The site features “Maker” projects that can be created with items found around the house, and virtual, collectible Wonder Cards that can be earned by interacting with the site. Getting kids into an out-ofclassroom learning habit now will set them up for future success. Looking ahead to winter break or next summer, the program is also a great tool for combatting the learning loss common during vacations. To register, visit camp. wonderopolis.org. For younger kids, NCFL offers these great back-to-school tips for families. • Choose a letter of the day. Look for the chosen letter in any printed materials you see – the

newspaper, street signs, billboards, or advertisements. Make up a silly sentence using only words beginning with the letter of the day. (For example: Cats can cuddle. Dogs don’t drive.) Singing songs can be a literacy activity. Try this twist: Sing short songs like “Row, Row, Row Your Boat” several times, leaving off the last word each time until there are no words left. • Play “Guess Who.” Describe a cartoon character, celebrity or historical figure. Allow a guess after each detail is disclosed. Expand your child’s vocabulary by using unusual words, and then explain their meanings. Take turns. Listen carefully to your child’s descriptions, especially his or her choice of vocabulary. Encourage your child to paint a picture of the character with his or her words. • Talk to your child about his or her day. Pretend to be a television reporter. Try questions like “what was the most surprising (curious, funny, eventful) thing that happened today?” You are giving your child opportunities to increase vocabulary, recall and reflect, and you are receiving a more detailed version of the time you spent apart. Be prepared to answer the same questions. You and your child will begin looking for events to report to each other.

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