Elgin News - 5A 2024

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The Elgin News P.O. Box 152 Elgin, SC 29045

Cate Goff, Editor (803) 513-5108

News From KC Council

By: Councilman Derek Shoemake

Maybe this column should be called the Growth Report, because I feel like I am always talking about managing residential growth in Kershaw County. And I am about to do it again – but I promise to write about something else next time.

On April 23, County Council took another step toward managing growth by increasing residential minimum lot sizes to half an acre and limiting the use of higher-density multi-family dwellings in major developments. We have two more readings before it fully becomes law, but I am confident it will pass. We've put this measure into place while we are rewriting the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code for the County.

As we look at these growth issues, I wanted to take a step back and offer folks some insight into the scope of the issue, and some critical questions we must be asking.

In terms of scope, much of SC’s state and local laws governing zoning were initially written in a way that could be used to bolster residential growth. That should be no more. From 2022 to 2023, SC was the fastest growing state in the nation. Kershaw County has seen its share of that growth, and is in fact the sixth-fastest growing county in SC (behind mostly coastal counties and much larger counties).

Kershaw County’s rate of growth tripled Richland and outpaced neighboring counties.

At a population of just under 70,000, Kershaw County has seen an increase of more than 6 percent since 2020. This is more than the County grew in the entire decade from 2010 through 2020, when the population was 65,403. If this growth rate continues on the same trajectory, Kershaw County will see a 16.1 percent increase in population. Plainly, this is an issue we need to address right now.

In terms of addressing growth, every member of this community needs to be asking some big questions.

When should the government tell folks what they can do with their own property? I believe that a person has a right to do what they want with their property. But there are also communal rights, and the members of this community have a right to public safety, to basic infrastructure, and to good schools (per the South Carolina Constitution). I believe that this balance requires this County, at this time, to be rigorous about allowing new developments.

What are we willing to pay? We need to accept that one reason we are growing so fast is that, when considering fees, municipality taxes, and millage, Kershaw County has nearly the lowest overall tax rate of nearly any county in South Carolina. The County is in high demand and, relative to other counties, it is cheap here. That’s a recipe for a lot of residential growth. I certainly do not think the answer is massive tax increases. But I do think the County needs to institute impact fees, and bring up service fees paid by those who are responsible for growth to keep pace with our surrounding counties. By making strategic moves here, the County can keep its tax base low while not making Kershaw County a cheap place to build relative to other counties in South Carolina.

How do we grow? There are several who would like to see all residential growth stop. Bluntly, the South Carolina and United States Supreme Court would never allow a local government to stop residential growth for more than a limited time. These moratoriums can be used to hit pause while certain measures are put in place, but they are limited and cannot be used as a long-term answer. Long term, I think the County needs to write a zoning code that maximizes green space and ensures growth is deliberate and high-quality. I would also support putting a cap on building permits so the County can know ahead of time what the ceiling is, and I would like to find ways to have the school board more involved in development approval. That last measure is called concurrence, where basically the school board has some say on developments. It is unchartered territory in SC and there are some legal hurdles (Lexington is trying a version of it right now), but I would like to incorporate some version of this into our new zoning code.

There is no silver bullet to address explosive residential growth. I find myself learning more and more every day about these issues. What I know for sure is that it will take a lot of folks offering a lot of ideas, and it will take the courage to do the things that need to be done.

If you have questions or concerns, please text or call me at 803-427-4929, email me at derek. shoemake@kershaw.sc.gov.

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Elgin Police Department Incident Reports

Attempted Motor Vehicle Theft: On 04-262024, Complainant called 911 because an unknown subject tried to steal her 2012 Kia by breaking her steering column between 1100am on 04/25/2024 (Thursday) and 1800hrs on 04/26/2024 (Friday). Officer found no finger prints on the outside of the vehicle, just undisturbed pollen, there were also no foot prints around the vehicle. Complainant stated she left the vehicle unlocked. The surface on the inside had a rough finish and could not get any prints. Officer checked the area for outside cameras and found none. Investigation pending. Threats: On April 24th, I (Officer Dover) along with Inv. Threatt started a call for service at 2469 Main St (Elgin PD) which is located within the boundaries of the Town of Elgin (Kershaw County) in reference to threats. Officers spoke with four subjects who they all stated that they were driving down Main St. towards Hillcrest Baptist Church, when Subject pulled up next to them, in the oncoming lane of travel and pulled a gun on Victim #2 who stated that he did not see or notice the make and model of the weapon, because as soon as he noticed that it was a gun, he leaned over in the passenger seat to get out of the aim of the gun. Victim #1 stated that he was following behind Victim #2 in another vehicle and witnessed the incident take place. Inv. Threatt explained to all subjects for this case to be further investigated, that each individual needed to write a statement and list the time, date, location and the actions that were taken that occurred during this incident. All subjects agreed to write statements, which they did so in the parking lot of the police department, on the hood of a burgandy Ford truck. A video of the incident was taken by the subjects and was sent to Inv Threatt to be reviewed. While reviewing the video that was sent to Inv. Threatt,

in the video it shows that the white in color corvette pulled up beside the vehicle Victim #2 was in and the driver of the white corvette Subject flipped off Victim #2 and the other subjects and you hear someone in the vehicle that Victim #2 was in saying "Get my charges dropped &it%h". SGT Delong and Inv Threatt drove to the incident location to confirm that the incident took place in our jurisdiction, because the subjects were stating that the incident took place near IGA and Gyromania, but the video shows a wooden fence in the background and after driving the area, there is no wooden fence besides the one at IGA, but the video does not show IGA at all.

Driving Under Suspension: Ptl. Bass was patrolling the area of Main Street in the Town Limits of Elgin when he observed three motorcycles pass at a reckless rate of speed with extremely loud exhaust. Officer activated my blue lights and got behind the motorcycles after having to pass a separate vehicle. They did not stop and Officer activated siren. Officer advised dispatch to notify Chief Anders and Richland County. They never got over 55 MPH as a vehicle was in front of them, Officer then noticed the patch on the cut of the bikers to be an outlaw motorcycle club. The biker in the rear finally came to a stop in Richland County at a the BP Station on US-1/ Brassell Court area. I drew my pistol and ordered the subject off the bike, not knowing if he was armed. I approached him and handcuffed him behind his back and double locked the cuffs. Subject was the driver and stated he did not hear my siren, and pulled over when he noticed me. Subject then was very honest and stated that his license was suspended and that he had a pistol on the motorcycle. I retrieved the pistol and ran it through dispatch and it was clear. I spoke with

Chief Anders on the phone and advised him of the situation as well. I could not in good faith charge Subject with failure to stop, because the volume of the motorcycles could have hindered his hearing. I charged Subject with DUS and he had a licensed driver come pick him and the motorcycle up.

Sale of Beer to a Minor: On the above date and time, I (Officer Dover) along with OFC Bass and 3 SLED agents were conducting a business check at 2558 Main St which is located within the boundaries of the Town of Elgin (Kershaw County) in reference to an alcohol sale, using an CI (Confidential Informant)(K.B.). Once on scene, K.B. entered the business (Gyromania) and walked to the cooler where the alcohol is kept and grabbed a Corona in a glass bottle, then proceeded to go the register to make the purchase. K.B. sat the Corona on the counter and the clerk (Subject) asked for KB's ID, which was produced. Subject checked the ID and went ahead and let KB make the purchase. KB made the purchase with the money issued to her by SLED. KB then exited the store and got back in the vehicle, where the three SLED agents were. At this time, Officer made my way over to the SLED agents and confirmed the purchase. Myself and Agent Knox went inside the business (Gyromania). Agent Knox issued a citation to the business and I issued a citation to the clerk. Due to the violation that occurred during this buy, Subject was issued the following Uniform Traffic Ticket: Sale of Beer to a Minor Subject was explained the charge, the court date, time and location which she understood. While on scene, the owner of the business removed all alcohol from the restaurant and stated that they would be no more alcohol available at this restaurant. All law enforcement personnel cleared from the business without any further incident.

On Wednesday April 24th, the Stover Wrestling team, Principal Dr. Chantelle Zimmer, Superintendent Dr. Harrison Goodwin, AD Meagan McBride, and Coaches Matthew Mendelssohn, Eli McGee, Lorenzo McGee, and Brandon Vinson traveled to the State House. The House of Representatives recognized the team for their stellar season and as the 2024 State Champions.

Bucket List Adventures

By: Liz Simon, Staff Writer

Marvelous Memphis was the last destination on my bucket list for travel. This trip celebrated the life of Elvis Presley, King of Rock and Roll, who showed his love and devotion for his mother and made his home Graceland for her - forever a shrine.

I had the opportunity April 4- 7 to tour with a group of friends from Camden, Lugoff, and Bishopville. This was my Mother’s Day, birthday and anniversary request all combined into one wish.

Elvis’s birthplace was not in Memphis, but in Tupelo, Mississippi Jan.8,1935. The town bought the property from new owners in 1957 when Elvis donated money for a park for children. His small two-room white wooden home has now transformed into a tourist attraction with a Welcome Center. A replica of the 1939 green Plymouth sedan the family drove to Memphis hoping for a better quality of life is on display. The church Elvis attended was moved to this site. There is a statue of a young Elvis at thirteen carrying his guitar as well as several historic markers about his early life in Tupelo.

We stood in Elvis’s front yard and heard how he often daydreamed he was the Superhero of comic books. Elvis was a boy with a dream who thought about others, often reflected on his life, and loved his mother Gladys and God. This visit to his boyhood home made Elvis a real person to me.

The drive to Memphis was about 90 minutes. The city was built with cobblestones on a bluff in 1817 overlooking the Mississippi River. Memphis is listed as one of top 100 world's best vacations.

We had a guided tour with several memorable stops. Our first destination was the Civil Rights Museum and the Lorraine Motel. The date April the 4th was significant because Rev. Martin Luther King was assassinated there in front of his hotel room in 1968. There is always a wreath of white and red

artificial flowers placed on the rail outside the room that he was staying in to commemorate his life and work. Across the parking lot we saw the bathroom window in the boarding house where James Earl Ray had fired the fatal shot. It was a surreal experience because we know Rev. King’s dream did not die. Next stop was the Peabody Hotel, known as the South’s Grand Hotel. It is a150-year-old elegant hotel with crystal chandeliers and beautifully carved wood molding. When we arrived at the hotel there were probably 200 tourists already waiting to see the famous walk of the Peabody Ducks led by The Duck Master in his red coat with a black top hat to the fountain in the main hotel lobby. The five North American mallards live on the rooftop in a $200,000 marble and glass royal palace fountain. One is a male drake, and the others are four hens.

Due to Covid, we could not stop at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital located on Danny Thomas Blvd. This hospital treats children from all over the world who have cancer and their families are never billed. TV star and entertainer Danny Thomas founded the hospital along with his wife Rosemary in 1962 and believed “that no child should die in the dawn of their life.”

After lunch on Beale Street, one of the most popular tourist destinations, we stopped at Memphis’s Rock ‘N Blues Museum. This interactive museum was created by the Smithsonian and opened in 2000. It showcases the love of music from the early years of The Greatest Generation to the artists of today. From front porch music to jukebox music, this four-story brick building reflected the sharecroppers ‘music from cotton fields to church gospel. We saw many photographs and exhibits of music pioneers in rural life: Blues, country, soul, and gospel. As the displays of the1955 rock’n’roll era began, the newest type of music young people wanted to dance to were songs played on the juke box, radio, or record players by Elvis. My favorite song by Elvis is “Can’t Help Falling in Love with You.”

Amazingly we learned that the city of Memphis holds the record for being mentioned more than “any other city in the world in song lyrics.” -Over 1,000 times! - To be continued...

Lugoff Elem. Readers Earn Trip To Fireflies Game

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Blaney Art Club Partners with Blanketing Families

The Blaney Elementary Wednesday Afternoon Art Club, sponsored by Art Teacher Ms. Deanna Furniss, has been preparing to bless the community of Elgin for weeks, one coat of paint at a time.

Students began work in February, painting and then decorating birdhouses to be placed in or near the Elgin Community Garden.

Ms. Annette and Ms. Ann of Blanketing Families, began the effort by asking Ms. Jennifer Naama (Blaney volunteer and bus driver) for help. Ms. Naama worked with Blaney staff to get the ball (and the paint rollers) rolling.

Week by week, the bird houses came together, and they are beautiful! Birds in Elgin will be comfy and cozy thanks to these Blaney 3rd-5th grade artists. A popcorn party was hosted by Blanketing Families to thank the artists for their labors and for sharing their talent with the community of Elgin.

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between them – they can complement each other harmoniously.

During the debrief session, Dovie Danko expressed her newfound clarity and excitement, stating, "I've been struggling to combine my love for the arts and STEM, but hearing other students discuss how they've bridged the two together helped me see that I don't have to give up anything – it all works together."

young girls to connect with STEM educators, professionals, and students from across the state. Through networking and engaging discussions, they gained valuable insights into the diverse opportunities available in STEM and learned how to combine their interests in both STEM and the arts.

One of the attendees, Dovie Danko, shared her struggle of reconciling her passion for the arts with her interest in STEM. However, after participating in the symposium and hearing fellow students share similar experiences of integrating both disciplines, she realized that she doesn't have to choose

The girls found the symposium to be an eye-opening experience, allowing them to envision their futures in STEM with more confidence. They began the journey of "Finding their 'Why' in STEM" by setting goals and developing their mission and vision for their future endeavors.

Empowered by their experience, the girls are eager to attend next year's symposium and are already exploring ways to become mentors to others while seeking guidance from professionals in the supportive STEM community they've become a part of.

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Kids To Parks Day Kicks off KCL Program

Kids to Parks Day returns to Kershaw County on Saturday, May 18, 2024. And this year, Kids to Parks Day serves as the launch to the Kershaw County Library’s Summer Reading Passport program.

Kids to Parks Day is a national day of outdoor play organized and launched by the National Park Trust, with events taking place across the country on the third Saturday in May. Kids to Parks Day connects kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands through thousands of park events that promote discovery and exploration in the great outdoors.

The mission of Kids to Parks Day is to foster future outdoor enthusiasts and help with developing the next generation of park stewards by engaging kids in memorable outdoor experiences. While discovering and exploring our parks and the history of our country and its amazing national treasures – because kids need parks and parks need kids!

Here is a list of locations and activities scheduled for Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 18: Free Family Programs at Nature As Teacher, 247 Chestnut Ferry Road, Camden – Nature As Teacher is partnering with KCTrails to host a day full of free family activities, including a youth bike trail ride at 9:00 am, a nature walk at 10:30 am, and the launch of the Kershaw County Library’s Summer Passport program at 11:30 am. Registration is free by emailing leoncic@clemson. edu or visiting

Fishing and Free Activities at Wateree River Veterans Park, 550 US-1, Lugoff - Learn the basics of freshwater fishing, safety & etiquette from the Kershaw County Parks & Recreation

Town Hall Meeting

Concerned Citizens of Kershaw County invite you to a Town Hall Meeting on Thursday, May 9th at 6:30 pm, at Liberty Hall at the Revolutionary War Visitor Center in Camden. Arrive at 6 pm to sign up for questions.

Panel members include: KC Sheriff Lee Boan, SC DOT District Construction Engineer Jason Fulmer, KCSD Superintendent Dr. Harrison Goodwin, Camden Councilman Jeffrey Graham, KC Chair Katie Guinn, Senator Penry Gustafson, MUSC Health Kershaw CMO Dr. Tallulah Holmstrom, UW of KC Director Donnie Supplee and Kershaw County Administrator Danny Templar.

For more details on this event and Concerned Citizens of Kershaw County visit them online at https://www.facebook.com/concernedcitizensofkc

Department and enjoy free arts and family activities with Target from 9:00-11:00 am. Bring your own rod & reel. Parks Dept. will have limited supply of gear available. Open to children 5 to 12 years old. Fishing is limited to 30 participants. Preregistration required at www.eventbrite.com.

“Police in the Park” at Kirkwood Community Park, 192 Stowers St, Camden – Camden Police Department will have free, fun activities and hot dogs 9:00-11:00 am. No registration required.

“Move With The Mayor” at Unity Park, 820 Market St, Camden – Mayor Alfred Mae Drakeford and LiveWell Kershaw will have a fitness circuit and fun activities 9:00-11:00. No registration required.

Puppets in the Park at Rectory Square, 310 Rectory Square, Camden – The Kershaw County Library will be joined by Becky’s Box of Puppets, guiding young explorers through the world of puppetry. Participants can make the puppets talk, walk, dance, play, and tell a story. 11:00 am No registration required.

Puppets in the Park at Bethune Community Park, 109 College St E, Bethune – The Kershaw County Library will be joined by Becky’s Box of Puppets, guiding young explorers through the world of puppetry. Participants can make the puppets talk, walk, dance, play, and tell a story. 2:00 pm No registration required.

Special thanks to community partners Kershaw County Library, Kershaw County Parks & Recreation Dept., KCTrails, Nature As Teacher, Camden Police Department, LiveWell Kershaw and “Move With The Mayor”.

Learn more and find contact information for each activity at www.experiencecamdensc.com.

Free Summer Camp

The Nature as Teacher Preserve for Education is running a summer camp that is FREE for participants!

This summer's Resilient Environment and Communities (REC) camp will run June 3rd-7th and include activities to learn about how nature is resilient, how people can learn resiliency skills to apply to their own lives, how people can help nature, and how nature can help people! This camp includes 5 days of activities 9-2, transportation, lunch, and a special campfire on June 7th 6:309:30pm where families are invited to attend!

This camp will be for children 8-14 years old, and their guardian will have to register them online. The cost upfront from families is $5.00 a day which will be refunded after the student has attended all five days!

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As the tree takes root and grows, it will stand as a living testament to Mrs. Jones’ influence on the Lugoff-Elgin Middle School community.

Geiger-Mickle Named KC Teacher of the Year

North Central Elementary Teacher Twanda Geiger-Mickle was named 2024 Kershaw County School District (KCSD) Teacher of the Year at a celebration tonight, while North Central Middle teacher Jodie Kahler was chosen as first alternate.

All 18 Kershaw County schools selected teachers of the year. GeigerMickle and Kahler were two of five honor roll teachers selected as finalists for the district award. Other honor roll teachers are Sarah Campolongo, Lugoff Elementary; Dr. Tom Perry, North Central High; and Katie Munn, Woolard Technology Center.

An educator for nearly three decades, Geiger-Mickle joined KCSD in 2023 as a second grade teacher at North Central Elementary School. Prior to joining KCSD, she taught in Richland School District Two and served as a reading coach in Richland School District One. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from South Carolina State University and a master’s in education from Columbia College.

Her principal Britt Gardner says, “It is a blessing to have such a dedicated individual as Mrs. Geiger-Mickle teaching our students at North Central Elementary. Her rapport with children is natural and instinctive and her classroom climate is welcoming, stable and loving.”

Also honored during the evening’s celebration was Pine Tree Hill Elementary’s second grade teacher Angel Cooke who was named as the district’s Outstanding First Year Teacher. Adult Education Director Byron Johnson was recognized as the district’s 2024 Principal of the Year.

Angel Cooke is the 16th KCSD educator to receive the district’s award to honor first year teachers. She teaches second grade, where she plans interesting, hands-on lessons. Her students are engaged and truly enjoy the

learning experience.

Moore, Doby’s Mill Elementary and Emily Seay, Doby’s Mill Elementary.

Schools for 17 years. Prior to leading the district's Adult Education program, he served as the Camden Middle School Principal for 10 years and as an assistant principal at Camden High for five years. He taught in Charleston County Schools for seven years, where he also served as a teaching coach for two years.

Pictured above: Principal of the Year Byron Johnson, Teacher of the Year First Alternate Jodie Kahler, 2024 Teacher of the Year Twanda Geiger-Mickle, and Outstanding First Year Teacher of the Year Angel Cooke.

Who's a Good Boy?

It’s time to recognize our K9 team of the quarter. KCSO K9 Handler John Carter and his K9 partner, Kilo, have been taking a lot of bad guys, illegal firearms, and drugs off the streets of Kershaw County lately:

On 02/13/2024, SCHP had a vehicle pursuit that ended at the end of Ward Rd in the Lugoff area of Kershaw County. The driver fled from the vehicle and SCHP requested a K9. KCSO Deputy John Carter responded to the scene with his K9 partner (Kilo) and began to track the suspect along the edge of the Wateree River for approximately 1 mile. The suspect was apprehended by a SCDNR agent who was advised that Carter and Kilo were tracking toward the train trestle. He was able to spot the suspect near the train trestle.

On 2/28/2024, a suspect fled from a traffic stop in the Elgin area of Kershaw County with a pistol in his hand. Kilo was deployed to track the suspect. Kilo located the handgun and a large amount of narcotics that the suspect attempted to bury in the woods.

On 03/16/2024, three subjects were spotted carrying a gun on school grounds. When law enforcement located the subjects further down the road, they fled into the woods. All suspects were apprehended by law enforcement and K9 Kilo was deployed to locate any firearms the suspects attempted to hide. During the article search/track, Kilo located a fully automatic handgun and a semi-automatic rifle in the woods where the suspects ran to.

On 04/23/2024, SCHP had a vehicle pursuit that ended near I20 on Hwy 521 in the Camden area of Kershaw County. Two suspects fled from the vehicle and SCHP requested a K9. Deputy Carter responded to the scene with Kilo to track the suspects. One suspect was already taken into custody by the time Carter and Kilo arrived. Carter deployed Kilo in the last known location of the suspects entering the woods along Hwy 521. Kilo located a bag that contained a quantity of marijuana the suspects dropped, a shirt from one of the suspects, a metal piece of a firearm and a fully automatic handgun the suspects attempted to bury in the dirt.

On 04/25/2024, A vehicle pursuit occurred in the Lugoff area of Kershaw County with a stolen Dodge Charger. The suspects attempted to hide the vehicle behind a house in Lugoff and fled on foot. K9 Kilo was deployed to track the suspects. Kilo located all three suspects who were still attempting to flee from law enforcement in the woods. The driver of the stolen car was

KCSO K9 Handler John Carter and his K9 partner, Kilo (pictured above) have been named the KCSO Team of the Quarter.

The 4-year-old kindergarten students from Doby's Mill Elementary enjoyed a fun-filled field trip to Nature as Teacher, where they learned all about beavers and how they build dams.

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