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Fred Davidson, Sales Manager (803) 466-4604

The regular monthly meeting of the Elgin Town Council was held on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 at 6:00 pm at the Elgin Town Hall. All members of Council were present. The Invocation was given by Mayor Emmons and was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance, which was led by Councilman Hanley. The first order of business was the approval of the minutes from the Regular Meeting held on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. During Public Forum, Elgin Municipal Judge, David Reuwer, provided Council with an update regarding the reopening of Court as early as April. He stated that they will continue to follow safety pro-

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Prisma Health & KershawHealth Hospital

I am proud to serve Kershaw County as the Chairman of its Health Services District. The District is the entity that formerly operated KershawHealth when our hospital was a publicly owned and operated facility. After the lease of the operations of our hospital to the private entity known as Capella, the District took on the task under the sale agreement of monitoring the operations of the hospital, enforcing the contractual obligations of the hospital's operator, owning the Karesh Wing, and promoting healthcare in our community. A key mission of the District is ensuring the continued existence of a high quality, publicly accessible, and successful hospital in our community. Many rural communities and small towns in South Carolina have seen their hospitals close over the last decade. We are committed to maintaining a local hospital to meet the needs of our citizens. The disappearance of our hospital would not only mean a less healthy Kershaw County, but it would damage economic development and job growth in our comm unity. Many of our citizens may know that last year, the District supported the bid by Prisma Health, a South Carolina non-profit, to buy our hospital from the current out-of-state, for-profit owner. Our belief was that local non-profit ownership would better ensure the continued viability and success of a hospital in our community. A recent court decision has now called into question whether the sale of KershawHealth to Prisma can be completed. While this decision is disappointing, please know that we are continuing to monitor the situation and lending our support to a good outcome for KershawHealth. The District continues to believe it is in the best interest of our County that the sale to Prism a be finalized. Regardless of the outcome of this transaction, the District's primary mission has always been to ensure access to healthcare in our community and to continue the existence of our local hospital. That mission means we will do whatever it takes to maintain a successful hospital. We look forward to partnering with the existing owner, a suitable new owner, or any other future model of maintaining our hospital that ensures the best outcome for our citizens. As we have noticed in the past year, the only change in our world today is the constant change. The District looks forward to continuing to provide health services to our community and know we will continue to fulfill our mission. A successful hospital in Kershaw County will continue to exist. Sincerely, Derial Ogburn, Chairman, Board of Trustees The Health Services District of Kershaw County

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March 26, 2021

Stover Middle And The Legacy of Leslie Stover By: Liz Simon Staff Writer

Former Elgin mayor and magistrate Pete James and his wife Sylvia called after the March 11 article: “Remembering Leslie M. Stover.” I enjoyed listening to them share their fond memories of their longtime friends and neighbors, Cornelia and Leslie Stover. Pete told me that they enjoyed many visits in their yards. “God blessed us with the finest neighbors. Leslie was easygoing and would help anybody. At Halloween, that was the place to trick or treat with their candy apples.” Pete also described all the civic activities they were involved with especially their time in the Lions’ Club selling brooms.” The Leslie M. Stover Middle School is one mile from the Seth Thomas city clock at the Elgin Town Hall and the site of the original Blaney School where Mr. Stover devoted much of his career in education. The groundbreaking ceremony for the Stover school was May 17, 1998. The doors opened August 1999 with Glenn Huggins as the first principal, and Jackie Dewitt as the assistant principal. There were sixty-eight staff members: eight 6th grade classes, two SPED classes, eight 5th grade classes, seven fourth grade classes and eight 3rd grade classes. The school colors were selected as royal blue, Vegas gold, and white. Mrs. Cornelia-Croxton said, “Leslie passed away nine years after he retired, on a Sunday night Oct.29,1995. He would be so humbled - so surprised to know that the District named the school for him. He also would be so proud that the school selected the Tiger as their mascot to honor his love for Clemson. Assistant principal Jackie Dewitt said Mrs. Stover was involved with the school and very generous. In the 2001-2002 school year Stover became a middle school. Today, Leslie M. Stover Middle School has a population of over 700 students in grades 6th through 8th. There are eight sections of 6th grade and 8th grade classes, and ten sections for 7th grade. There are three self-contained

classes with teachers and assistants, eleven related arts: two PE, band, music, art, health, Spanish, two resource, and two STEM teachers. These two teach three different STEM classes each. The classes are Design and Modeling, Medical Detectives, Green Architecture, Automation and Robotics, Energy and the Environment, and Flight and Space. There are many activities that students participate in such as girls’ volleyball, football, cheerleading, basketball, dance, chorus, band, art, yearbook, archery, and quiz bowl. The archery team is ranked nationally. The school yearbook, the Prowl, advised by Kara DeGroat Matney earned an All State rating and won the Palmetto Award for the best yearbook in the state for schools with eleven hundred students. This included public and private. In keeping with the Tiger mascot theme for the school activities, the word PROWL represents the traits of a Positive, Respectful, Organized, Wise, Lifelong learner. Three teachers Missi Lemonds, Sharon Pharis, and Dana Sloan and have been at Stover since the opening. Next year Stover Middle School will become the first school in the District to implement AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination under the leadership of principal Dr. Chantelle Baker and assistant principals Charisse Flowers and Wendy Hill. Avid is a nonprofit organization that changes lives by helping prepare students for college, career, and life. Dr. Baker said, “Our school was looking for a way to enhance our commitment to college and career readiness for all students.” More than 7,500 schools nationwide rely on AVID to transform the lives of more than 2 million students each year. This fall Leslie M. Stover Middle School will become a trailblazer as the man for whom the school was named. LEHS graduate, LaDonna Miles Dixon taught art for 25 years and earned her MAT and NBCT degrees reflected on Mr. Stover’s life and his contributions to this community. “He cut a tall, formidable figure: ever present in the halls of the Blaney schools. I remember his calm face and demeanor. He wore dark rim glasses and dark suits. I remember his pretty petite wife Ms.Cornelia standing with him. Leslie M. Stover was a man before his time, and a man for all time.” (Kara Degroat Matney, LE Graduate class of 1990 and faculty member at Stover Middle School. contributed to this article.)

KershawHealth and Kershaw County School District Partnering to Give Employees COVID-19 Vaccinations KershawHealth offered COVID-19 vaccinations for Kershaw County School District (KCSD) employees on Thursday, March 11, and Saturday, March 13. KCSD school nurses joined the KershawHealth vaccine team in administering over 500 vaccines during the two days. “Our teachers continue to show resiliency and are committed to every student in Kershaw County,” said Dr. Shane Robbins, KCSD superintendent. “We are pleased to be able to partner with KershawHealth to begin vaccinations quickly and efficiently. This clinic did not happen overnight. Community relationships matter, and KershawHealth’s willingness to work with us and focus on the safety of our students and employees are so appreciated. The Kershaw County School District extends our thanks to everyone who made this possible.” “KershawHealth values our partnership with Kershaw County School District, and we are honored to be able to provide vaccines to its employees,” said Sue Shugart, CEO, KershawHealth. “Moving into Phase 1B of our state’s vaccination plan allows us to continue to make strides in ending this pandemic and stand firmly on our mission of Making Communities

Healthier. We hope that by receiving the vaccine, teachers will feel more comfortable and confident in the classroom setting.” Before Gov. McMaster announced the state’s transition to Phase 1B, KCSD and KershawHealth were in discussion to develop the district’s vaccination plan. The District had polled teachers and other staff in advance to estimate the number who would want to receive the vaccine. KershawHealth and KCSD worked together to establish the dates and times for the dedicated vaccination. In addition, KCSD provided registration forms in advance to improve the efficiency of the on-site vaccination. All KCSD employees had the opportunity to get vaccinated on Thursday, March 11, or Saturday, March 13. Second doses will be available to KCSD on Thursday, April 1 and Friday, April 2—also dedicated times for District employees and staff who received their first dose on March 11 or 13. Those who were unable to make the vaccination clinic hours can schedule their COVID-19 vaccines using KershawHealth’s online scheduling system.

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March 26, 2021

From the Chief 's Desk

In this article I want to talk about our new community garden that will be on Sessions Rd. where the old tennis courts were. The groundbreaking has begun, and we will soon have locally grown vegetables to help feed the hungry. This is all because of our local charity, Blanketing Families. You might know them from their food hand outs at Elgin Town Hall. They are always involved and looking for new ways to help Elgin. I would also like to thank and recognize one of our Officers, Sgt. Michelle Sinclair. She and her husband Steve donated their time and equipment to help prepare the ground for planting. Thank you Blanketing Families and thank you Sgt. Sinclair.

Chief Alan Anders

Elgin Police Department Incident Reports

Breach of Trust: Officer was dispatched to Sessions Rd in reference to a breach of trust for a vehicle. When Officer arrived on scene, I spoke to Complainant who stated that on 03/12/2020 at approximately 1000 hrs her son, Subject, asked to take her Nissan Altima to Bojangles. Based on the conversation that Complainant had with Subject, the expectation was that Subject would return with the vehicle immediately. Complainant waited until 03/13/2021 to report the breach of trust in order to give Subject the benefit of the doubt. Complainant stated that her son is involved heavily with narcotics and is know to frequent an area known as "The Dirt" which is located in the northeast region of Richland County. Complainant stated that "The Dirt" is a "crack house" and is located off Hardscrabble Rd by Farrow Rd. Complainant also stated that Subject can be frequently found at residences on the following roads, Ballenton Rd, Clinton Rd, El Hunter Rd, and Sloan Rd. Complainant also stated that Subject had been

diagnosed with schizophrenia, that he is terrified of Law Enforcement, and is prone to flee on foot and in a vehicle from Police. Subject's drug of choice is methamphetamine. Complainant did state that Subject is on probation and does have an ankle monitor on, however he does not charge it and has removed it multiple times in her presence via cutting it off. Animal at Large: Officer was dispatched to a call about a dog not letting a woman pass, who was walking to work. Officer arrived at Elgin Drive in and spoke with Subject the owner of the dog. Subject stated that the dog kept chewing through the wire on its kennel and I advised to find a better way to secure the dog. Cpl. Bailey was dispatched the day prior about the same dog, attacking another dog on Elgin Drive. Officer made contact with Animal Control Officer Bobby and she stated they would make contact with Subject to ensure the dog had all shots and records and I issued Subject a citation for animal at large on town ordinance.

MAYOR'S DESK, Continued from Page 2 cedures that had previously been implemented due to COVID. Also, during this time, Kershaw County Chairman, Julian Burns, provided Council with updates on the upcoming (5) year review of Vision 2030 that included a community park in the Elgin area, Wi-Fi throughout the county and a bus route that would service the West Wateree Area, all of which are either in the process of being completed by the end of this year or are in their early states. He also talked briefly about the COVID vaccinations for the county and the budget process for 2021/2022. At this time, Council voted unanimously to adopt the agenda for the March 2, 2021 meeting. The following Business License Application was approved in February 2021-Griffin Pools & Spas (Temporary) for a project at 7 Strawberry Lane. There were no Charity Permit Requests or Complaints for the month of February 2021. If you or your organization wishes to hold a fundraising event in the Town of Elgin, please remember to check with Elgin Town Hall about completing a Charity Permit Request Form prior to the event taking place. In Old Business, Council voted unanimously to enter into a commercial lease with Blanketing Families, Inc. to allow them to develop a community garden at 1245 Sessions Road. The initial term of the lease shall commence on April 1, 2021 and shall run until March 1, 2022 and there will be no charge of rent for use of the property. This property is owned by the Town of Elgin and was the previous location for the tennis courts, that have since been removed due to condition/lack of use. Council also voted unanimously to appoint Steve Huntley as Zoning Administrator, filling the vacancy left by the resignation of the prior Administrator. In addition, Randy Pruitt will continue to serve as the Building Official for the Town of Elgin. In New Business, Council approved the First Reading of Ordinance 240-Determination of Election Results that states that the town’s Municipal Elections shall be conducted under the non-partisan plurality method set forth in March 26, 2021

5-15-61 of the South Carolina Code of Laws. Chief Anders informed Council that one of his officers is on leave due to emergency surgery but is doing well and is scheduled to return to light duty on Monday, March 8, 2021. He also reminded Council that he had emailed them the breakdown on call information for his department for the month of February 2021 and was available to answer any questions if anyone had any, which they did not. In Council Briefing, Councilman Smith had no report. Councilwoman Sloan had no report. Councilman Hanley had no report. Councilman Rizzo had no report. Mayor Emmons informed Council of the recent passing of Pat Bero, Elgin’s 2020 Citizen of the Year. She also expressed the town’s condolences to the families of Lem Wooten, Sr., and Carl Brown; individuals who have contributed so much to our community over the years and would be missed dearly. Council was also reminded to review the proposed Personnel Manual that was emailed to them on February 9, 2021 and the information in their packet regarding the SC Business License Standardization Act that was passed in September 2020 and must be implemented by January 1, 2022 in all municipalities. Attorney John Wells had no report. Council went into an Executive Session to discuss a Personnel/Contractual Matter and returned to normal session with no action taken. Our next regular scheduled meeting will be on Tuesday, April 6, 2021 at 6:00 pm. I encourage everyone to try to attend our monthly meetings so you can stay informed and find ways to get involved and if you miss a meeting, check out our website at www.townofelginsc.com, where we list agendas, minutes from meetings and the calendar of events. Just remember that when you are informed, you are empowered. Also, we now broadcast our meetings live on the Town of Elgin Facebook Page. If I can ever be of assistance, please feel free to contact me by phone at 803-309-1385 or email at Melissa.emmons@townofelginsc.com.

Genova Family Karate Litter Pick Up

On Saturday, March 13th, Genova Family Karate coordinated a litter pick up, with about 100 people in attendance. CiCi's Pizza provided cinnamon rolls for breakfast, and pepperoni and cheese pizza for lunch to everyone who attended. PalmettoPride provided orange vests, trash pickup sticks, green garbage bags, and gloves for all of our volunteers. WIS-TV was also on hand to cover the event. Collectively, approximately 50 bags of litter on Pontiac Business Center Drive, and on a portion of Spears Creek Church Road. The staff was overwhelmed with gratitude for the support we received from our students, their parents, and the Northeast Columbia community, and Genova plans to repeat the project again in the future.

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Community Easter Egg Hunt Potter Park, Elgin March 27th | 11 am

Join us for a community egg hunt hosted by Union Baptist Church at Potter’s Community Park in Elgin! There will be two designated areas for older kids as well as toddlers. Fun prizes hidden in some of the eggs! Pictures with the Easter Bunny! And snacks and drinks available (while supplies last)! Don't forget to enter to win a Member’s Mark Four Burner Outdoor Gas Griddle! *In the event of rain, we will host a Drive Thru visit with the Easter Bunny - so swing by and grab a bag of candy and say hello!

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March 26, 2021

Virtual Clinic Classic Fundraiser

One year ago, the Community Medical Clinic of Kershaw County (CMC) made the difficult decision to pivot their annual run/walk fundraiser due to COVID-19. To keep everyone safely distanced during the early days of the pandemic, they decided to try a novel idea: creating a virtual race. Now, they are preparing for their 14th annual Clinic Classic run/walk and will keep the event virtual for the second year in a row and as the pandemic winds down. “Though we are pleased that the COVID-19 numbers are shrinking, without full vaccination and herd immunity we felt the most prudent option was to stay virtual for one more year,” said Susan Didato, development director for CMC. “Given the success of last year’s virtual event, we are confident that this year’s Virtual Clinic Classic will again offer a fun and exciting way to support community health while keeping everyone safe from the risk of exposure.” Through the 2021 Virtual Clinic Classic, to be held Saturday, April 24 through Sunday, May 9,

every member of the family can log their chosen distance (1-mile, 5K or 8K) and view race results online. Participants can pick a time and place that is convenient for them to run or walk while keeping their physical distance from others. They can also use a treadmill or their favorite outdoor course and can download a special playlist to enjoy while walking or running. Once their race is complete, they can then upload their results by the end of the day on May 9 and post their photos on Instagram and Facebook using the tags #VirtualClinicClassic and @cmcofkc. Winners in various age categories will be announced online on Tuesday, May 11. New this year, CMC is rolling out the option to upgrade the race shirt from a t-shirt to a quarter zip pullover. Registrants will receive race SWAG by mail after the race, including the race packet and shirt. Last year, the Virtual Clinic Classic raised enough funding to provide $500,000 of health care and treatments to our community.

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Congratulations to our archery team for placing 3rd in regionals. On March 23rd, the team, led by seniors Riley Sanner, Gauge Morgan, and Autumn Barkley, entered the state competition and will get their results this Saturday. We are proud of all of you and appreciate you representing LEHS so well! March 26, 2021

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Women's History Month: Women In Law Enforcement

March is Women's History Month. I can’t let this month go by without recognizing what women bring to the law enforcement profession. The Kershaw County Sheriff 's Office is consistent with other law enforcement agencies throughout America with approximately 15% of our department made up of females. Your KCSO has “Wonder Women” serving in patrol, investigations, victim services, civil process, crime scene, school resource officers, etc. A female deputy can be assigned to anything a male deputy can be assigned to. We need more women in our career field. They bring a lot of diversity to our traditionally male-dominated culture. It is not as important to me how

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a male and female deputy may think differently. It is more important how the public perceives the gender of deputy. In reviewing body camera footage, most of our citizens seem respectful and less intimidated by a female deputy. Less intimidation and more professionalism by any deputy usually leads to less aggression and less of a need for the use of force by the deputy. Don’t confuse their kindness with weakness; our female deputies are fully capable of protecting themselves and our citizens. To any female out there looking to start a career in law enforcement, we are always accepting applications. We welcome you to becoming a part of our diverse family.

Ag + Art Tour Returning to Kershaw County SC’s award-winning Ag + Art Tour returns to Kershaw County Saturday and Sunday, June 5th and 6th. For the fifth year, visitors and residents will have the opportunity to explore handmade and homegrown experiences at a variety of farms and agricultural-related venues. According to tour organizers, many of the county’s traditional sites will once again participate including: Old McCaskill’s Farm in Rembert, Belger Farms in Boykin, Goat Daddy’s Farm in Elgin, Quite Content - urban garden farm in Camden, Canebrake Apiary in Camden, Winged Star Farm in Camden and the Kershaw County Farmers Market in Camden. Event co-chairs are Allie Belger of Belger Farms in Boykin, and Stephanie Tetterton of Quite Content Farm in Camden. “We are really looking forward to this year’s tour, especially since last year’s tour had to be canceled. We are ready to put on our best tour yet!” said Belger. “Because the tour is held outdoors and with many different sites, it is easy to provide the space for social distancing.” Farm site registration is underway now. Participation is completely free of charge, and farm and agricultural-related sites can sign up at www.clemson. edu/extension/agandarttour/farms/index.html. Deadline for farms to sign on is April 15th. March 26, 2021

According to Tetterton, each farm on the Ag + Art Tour has its own unique niche. “Visitors are able to experience firsthand the farm to table process, interact with animals, and watch interesting and informative demonstrations,” she said. “Local artisans will be at each site which adds a special flair. They will be creating and selling their works which can range from paintings, jewelry, homemade soaps, handcrafted bird feeders and much more.” Tetterton added that artisans seeking to participate in the 2021 tour may email their interest and details to cdeloach@camdensc.org The City of Camden is also a tour sponsor, and other sponsorship opportunities are available. According to Suzi Sale, city-county tourism development director, sponsorship funding is needed to support the advertising and promotion of the event. “The farms go to great expense of resources, time and effort to make the event happen in Kershaw County. Additional funding is required to ensure the co-op advertising support of the South Carolina Ag + Art Tour Program. Having adequate sponsorship funding enables us to make the tour completely free of charge for participating farms, artisans and tour goers alike.” To become a sponsor, email cdeloach@camdensc.org.

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