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Lugoff Fire-Rescue Cadets win at South Carolina Fire-Rescue 2021
The Lugoff Fire-Rescue Cadets participated in the Explorer/Junior Firefighter competition, held on Saturday, June 12th, 2021 at the annual South Carolina State Firefighters’ Association (SCSFA) FireRescue Conference in Columbia, SC. The competition included Explorer/Junior Firefighter’s donning fire gear in the male and female categories, team gear donning, and the hose deployment exercise. Nine Lugoff Fire Cadets formed two teams for these events and battled against Explorer/Junior Firefighter groups from Camden Fire Department, Howe Springs Fire Department, North Spartanburg Fire Department, and Gaston, North Carolina Fire Department.
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Results: 1st Place Hose Deployment: Lugoff Team 1: Astasia Bovian, Holly Herndon, Samuel Pillard, and Michael Jones 2nd Place Team Gear Donning: Lugoff Team 1: Astasia Bovian, Holly Herndon, Samuel Pillard, and Michael Jones Formerly known as Lugoff Fire-Rescue Explorers, the program has been rebranded as Lugoff FireRescue Cadets. The program has the same focus of providing high school aged young adults with a chance to learn more about firefighting and emergency services. Youth from the age of 14 to 17 interested in joining the cadet program are encouraged to stop by the Lugoff Fire-Rescue Headquarters Station on US 1 in Lugoff for more information or an application to join the team. The Cadet program is co-led by Engineer Colby Blizzard and Engineer Chandler Coleman along with a team of advisors.
(Left to Right): Astasia Bovian, Holly Herndon, President Keith Minick (SCSFA), and Samuel Pillard. Not pictured is Michael Jones. Photo courtesy of Rick Dunn, South Carolina State Firefighters Association (SCSFA).
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Senior Cruse Memories By: Liz Simon Staff Writer
A month ago, one of my favorite actors Gavin MacLeod, Captain Stubing, of the popular 80’s TV show “The Love Boat”, passed away. “The Love Boat” brought back memories of the summer of ‘87 when my husband Billy and I, along with Spanish teacher Annette Wertz and her husband Robert, and history teacher Bill DeWitt and his golf buddy John Price chaperoned the LEHS Senior Cruise. We were honored to be invited by the class president Julie Turner Stockman. Excitedly I paid the $799 for my husband’s fee. It was a five-night cruise from Miami to Mexico. We left Lugoff June the 27th around 10:30 on a chartered bus and drove all night stopping for Shoney's breakfast bar Sunday morning. Somewhere between LEHS and Georgia, I fell asleep to the words of the LE fight song. We were allowed to board the ship the SS Britannic at 12:45. There were storm clouds hovering over our ship as we sailed out of the harbor at 4:30. Immediately after we could no longer see the shoreline, we had a lifeboat drill. It lasted for about an hour as we were instructed in the safety protocols of the ship. I hoped that was a good omen. Dinner that night was one flight down at 8:30 in the Waikiki Dining Room. Since we had late reservations, it seemed we had only finished eating our five-course meal, and it was time for the midnight buffet. We all spent more time taking pictures of the ice sculptures, art décor and beautifully decorated tables than eating the Italian-themed food. Monday morning, we docked off the port of the island city of Key West and left the ship by way of tinder boats. We were greeted with music and flowers in Florida’s most southern point, 90 miles north of Cuba. This unique,
Mighty Wash in Lugoff To Support The Jackson Teen Center
During July, a portion of the proceeds from every car wash at “Mighty Wash” in Lugoff will go the Boys and Girls Clubs Jackson Teen Center. The Jackson Teen Center provides a daily, no-cost after school program for approximately 250 middle and high school students. The program at the Center includes a focus on academics, character and “soft skills” development, the arts, and recreation. Mr. Brian Mayes, Director of the Center, said, “We are extremely grateful for this generosity and hope the community will be excited about supporting the Center. We are especially grateful to the Lugoff Automotive Group, which owns “Mighty Wash,” for providing this wonderful opportunity. “Mighty Wash” is located in front the Lugoff Ford dealership in Lugoff. For more information, contact Mr. Brian Mayes, Director, Boys and Girls Clubs Jackson Teen Center at (803) 729-7801 or bmayes@kershaw.begreatclubs.org.
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tropical, and charming city with its laid-back feeling was home to some of my favorite authors: Ernest Hemingway, Robert Frost, and Tennessee Williams. After making calls home from payphone booths in Sloppy Joe’s Bar, we took an hour trolley tour of the favorite sites, shopped for conch shells, and Annette found a sandal outlet. We sailed away from Key West after lunch. Since we were all invited to the Captain’s 7:30 cocktail party that night, I made an appointment to check out the ship's beauty shop and paid $18 for a shampoo and style. In our best formal attire, we all posed for professional pictures before we entered the ballroom. There were photographers snapping photos at every event on our cruise. Later we could purchase for ten dollars a 4 by 6 color photo. The party was for the captain to give a toast for the safety of the trip. That night dinner was served at 8:30, a Motown show entertained us at 10, and a seafood buffet was displayed at midnight. The next morning, we had breakfast on the deck (we could have ordered room service or eaten in the dining room….so many choices when it came to delicious meals), lunch by the pool, and went ashore around 1:30. Playa del Carmen was a coastal resort town on the Yucatan Peninsula. The port lecture I had attended that morning I thought had prepared me to see beautiful little children selling pieces of gum for quarters. I was wrong! My heart was broken as I did not have enough change for all the children. Billy had to pull me away. There were great buys in the flea market, but the Mexicans like to bargain and haggle with tourists for the best price. We bought lace tablecloths, silver earrings and bracelets, blankets, maracas, and T shirts. We all relaxed on the beautiful white sandy beach and swam in the blue tranquil water of the Gulf of Mexico. Suddenly I realized all around the beach in the dark shady places stood armed Mexican soldiers with machine guns. Some in our group tried in their best Spanish to question them. The soldiers replied in broken English, “Do not stray away from the beach and the market area; you will not like what you find.” To be continued in the next issue…
KCSD and United Way of Kershaw County Partner to Bring FREE Meals to Families All Summer
Let's feed as many children as possible this summer! Remember, these meals are free for all children age 18 and younger - they do not have to be students at Kershaw County School District and eligibility is not based on income. - All families are encouraged to participate! - Thank you to the United Way of Kershaw County for your partnership to provide these meals for children in our community! - These free meals must be ordered online at www.kcsdschools.net/ mealorder The order form opens on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. and orders must be placed by Monday at 7:00 p.m. and can be picked up the following Thursday.
July 9, 2021
From the Chief 's Desk
I hope everyone had a fun and safe Independence Day! Things are starting feel normal again here in Elgin. With the warmer weather, more people are venturing out and enjoying the summer. With that in mind, out roads are seeing more and more traffic. The Elgin Police Dept. has stepped up traffic enforcement due to many citizen complaints. Complaints of speeding, impaired and reckless driving. EPD wants all our citizens and visitors to have a safe experience while
carrying out their day-to-day activities. So, throughout the summer months, EPD will have extra traffic enforcement along with random safety check points. We hope that everyone does their part to help keep us all safe on our roads. Please report any violations that you witness, or trouble areas in our town. Thanks!
Chief Alan Anders
Elgin PD Incident Reports
Theft from Motor Vehicle / Break In: On 06/29/2021, around 0759 am, I, Chief Anders was dispatched to Abbey Rd. in reference to a vehicle breakin. The Victims reported that their unlocked vehicles had been rummaged through and items were missing. A blue 2019 Chevy truck had a pistol missing, a Ruger EC9s (9mm) from a locked center console. The glove compartment and another center console had also been gone through. Sgt. Sinclair attempted to locate any prints, but had negative results. Neighbors with cameras picked up two individuals around 0230 am walking through yards. The individuals had their faces covered. Officers walked the neighborhood, speaking to everyone that had cameras. A white in color 2018 Chevy Suburban was also gone through, her purse, wallet with credit cards, SS card and ID's along with her vehicle's keys were stolen. Twenty dollars cash was also stolen from a gift bag in her glovebox. Victims did not have serial number on the stolen pistol at time of report, they were in the process of moving into their home. EPD will enter the gun into NCIC as soon as the serial number is located. Victim's form completed. Update: on06/29/2021, 0947am, the serial number was located. Ruger EC9s, caliber is 9mm, semi-auto pistol, black in color, serial # 456-14449. Faxed to dispatch at 10am in order to be entered into NCIC. Prescription Fraud: I was notified about a fraud prescription at Elgin Pharmacy in The Town Limits of Elgin. I arrived and spoke with the staff and viewed the prescription which was written for thirty percocet from
Quick Relief Dental Emergency Center in Tucker, Georgia for Subject. Several things were wrong on the prescription, such as many misspelled words and grammar. The pharmacy and I attempted to reach this office by phone and there was no answer. When it went to a voicemail, another number was given. Once this number was called someone would pick up and hang up. Quick Relief Dental posted on Google on May 6, 2021 that they would be "temporarily closed until further notice" so the office was not even open to issue a prescription. The pharmacy had a copy of Subject's driver's license and I then awaited his arrival. Once Subject walked into the pharmacy I advised him he was being detained and handcuffed him behind his back and double locked the cuffs. At this time, I escorted Subject to my patrol car and while doing so the vehicle that dropped him off sped off, occupied by a black female driver. After placing Subject in my car I pulled my vehicle to the front of the pharmacy and read him his Miranda Rights. Subject had gauze in his mouth from where he stated he got his tooth pulled on June 30, 2021. I asked him to spit the gauze out for his safety and no blood was on it from having a tooth pulled. I asked Subject about the prescription and he stated that it was not fake that the doctor prescribed it to him. After getting the copy of his driver's license, the prescription, and the Google documents, I transported Subject to KCDC. When I arrived at KCDC custody of Subject was turned over to the KCDC staff and a hold was placed on him for prescription fraud.
Sterlite Technologies Limited Plans To Establish Operations in KC
Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL), a leading digital network integration company, today announced plans to establish operations in Kershaw County. The $23 million investment will create 120 new jobs over the next few years. Founded in 1988, STL provides integrated 5G-ready end-to-end solutions for clients around the world. Specializing in optical interconnect, virtualized access solutions, network software and system integration, STL delivers solutions for customers’ current and future digital network needs. Located at Heritage Pointe Industrial Park in Lugoff, STL’s new facility will increase the company’s capacity to meet the growing demand for high-speed internet connectivity, broadband access and 5G technologies. The new facility is expected to be completed by fall 2021. Individuals interested in joining the STL team should email eagle.admin@stl.tech or visit the company’s careers webpage. The Coordinating Council for Economic Development has approved job development credits related to this project. Kershaw County was also awarded a $300,000 Set-Aside grant to assist with costs related to this project. “South Carolina continues to lead the way in innovation, and STL’s investment in Kershaw County is further proof of that. Our state is a place where companies can find success, and we’re excited to see what the future holds for STL,” said Gov. Henry McMaster. July 9, 2021
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LEHS 50th Graduation Is Special Milestone For Local Family
By: Liz Simon Staff Writer
June 12th, 2021, LEHS celebrated its 50th class graduation, and for Sallie Dixon Wood Reichard, Von Wood Duncan, and Mikiah Duncan they marked a milestone. Sallie was in the first class to graduate LE, her daughter Von in the 24th class, and her granddaughter Mikiah in the 50th class. Sallie remarked, “The first year at LEHS was kind of a hectic mess of confusion, not just being a new school, but everything was new. It was a special feeling for us and a lot of work. As seniors we made certain decisions: choosing our school colors, mascot, song, and the name of the yearbook -Kaleidoscope. I remember voting on the colors which started out with some odd unmatchable colors that the girls complained were not a good match. We wanted colors that stood out and would really look good together, and we selected the red and blue.” Sallie continued, “Changing schools my senior year was difficult, but I remember being excited about attending a brand-new school and being one of the student body who would help build our school. It was our first and last year at LE. My favorite activity was working with the yearbook staff. We spent lots of time in school getting groups together for pictures and away from school selling ads. Of course, I loved the school sports too.” “When my daughter Von became a teacher at LE, I was so amazed that she had already graduated from my alma mater, that she had finished college with a degree in psychology, she had married, and of all the places she could have been, she came back to LE.” In 2010 Von’s first year of teaching, she was selected as the teacher of the year for new teachers. In 2014 she was a finalist for Kershaw County teacher of the year. Von has been an assistant volleyball coach, head varsity basketball coach and an assistant coach on the state championship softball team. As an LE student, Von won Homecoming Queen and played sports. Von said she wondered what it would be like to coach at LE, but never planned to do that. “God obviously had other plans.” Von hopes LE will one day have an area like the Woodward Technology Center so that LE students with special needs would have a place on campus that would afford them the opportunity to learn a trade to be self-supported. Von’s daughter Mikiah, who decided to complete her senior year virtually, said she does have some regrets about the COVID cancellations. “I finally reflected on missed opportunities like playing other sports or being part of the Special Olympics. My favorite classes have always been English. I love how the teachers always made sure we understand. I love going to the games and cheering on my team. I also helped the paint crew and enjoyed being a part of our student section. I would like to give this piece of advice to all students who might be facing a similar situation: Keep going and strive for greatness. Hearing old memories and seeing all the yearbooks of my mother and grandmother have been great. I have seen some of the activities done back then that are not the same now. I also have watched how the LE community has grown.” Reaching milestones for the family is a part of LE’s history. Von’s Uncle Ernest Dixon holds the state record for the most rebounds per game 37, and her older sister Tressa Dixon holds the school record for the most points
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Pictured above, left to right: Sallie Dixon Wood Reichard, LEHS Class of 1972, Mikiah Duncan, LEHS Class of 2021 and Von Wood Duncan, LEHS Class of 1995. scored in basketball by a female, close to 2000. Von says, “The advice we all would give to make your mark, you have to be willing to outwork everyone else. Consistently do the little things right and push your teammates to be better.” Sallie said that she gave her family advice about putting their best into school as a teacher, student, and athlete. “If they could show others how to love, share, and be honest about what they're doing; everyone will be successful in the end. Always put God first in everything: school, work, and play. Everything will work out for the good.”
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Fourth of July Kid's Parade
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The annual Fourth of July Kid's Parade kicked off the holiday weekend last Saturday morning. Kids of all ages traveled from City Hall down Rutledge Street, on foot and by decorated bikes, scooters and wagons. The parade is a joint effort between Kat Spadacenta of the City of Camden Downtown Program, and Laurie Slade Funderburk, co-owner of Books on Broad. Frontline Heroes were the Grand Marshals of the parade, and representatives were honored in a ceremony before the start of the parade. "Today we honor and thank all of the Frontline Heroes that kept our community safe and resilient during the pandemic," said co-coordinator Funderburk. "There are so many to thank for their selflessness, professionalism, and compassion. These representatives stand here for all those that sacrificed for the well-being of the community."
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Front Line Workers were honored as Grand Marshals of the parade, and representing all of those who sacrificed for the well-being of the community during the pandemic were: Pictured above, top L-R: Lysa Manning, KC Teacher of the Year; Gerald Blanchard, KC EMD; and Lt. Dallas Rabon, Camden Police Department. Bottom L-R: Maria Cunningham, KershawHealth, recipient of the 2021 Mercy Award; Col. Stephanie Batten and Col. Andrew Batten, SC National Guard, and Chief John Bowers, Camden Fire Department.
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STEM Camp for Girls at Stover
This summer, July 26th-28th, Mrs. Michelle Johnson and Mrs. Kara Matney will be leading rising 6th and 7th grade Stover girls in exciting STEM activities. The students will attend from 8:00 to 2:30 each day--with lunch provided. Students will participate in coding with Sphero, creating with Makey Makey, and solving a crime with Forensic Science. Each morning the girls will learn the basics for each activity then “compete” in a challenge that afternoon. For more information or to register for camp please contact the school at 803-438-7414 or email Mrs. Johnson at alberta. johnson@kcsdschools.net or Mrs. Matney at kara. matney@kcsdschools.net.
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Saturday, July 24th 9 am - 1 pm Stop by Blaney Baptist for FREE clothing and school supplies for the upcoming school year. 1400 Blaney Road - In The Gym (While supplies last.)
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A Free Food Giveaway The Revival Center Northeast will hold Manna, its free food giveaway on Friday, June 23rd, 2021 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. Available for you, neighbors, relatives, or friends who would appreciate this support as long as supplies last, this month’s dinner theme is Hot Dogs! Enjoy your family outings, cookouts and picnics with your bags that will have enough contents for the average family of four. You may pick up your bags at 1662 Highway 1 South (next to Johnson’s Transmission) in Lugoff. In observance of CDC Guidelines, we ask you to wear masks. Call church offices at 803-764-2720 for more information. RCNE is under the Apostolic leadership of Visionary & Overseer Apostle Margie L. Gallman. Local pastors, Pastor Tashia Castellano and Pastor Forest Sims, lead the congregation in meeting the needs of the community.
PUBLIC NOTICE Bookkeeping Services - Payroll: The Town of Elgin is soliciting bids for Bookkeeping Services involving Payroll. The scope of tasks specifically required will involve the following functions: • Prepare/Submit Payroll-Direct Deposit Bi-Weekly and Monthly • Prepare/Submit Quarterly and Year-End Payroll Tax Returns/Reports • Prepare/Submit Monthly and Quarterly and Year-End Retirement Reports • Prepare/Submit W-2’s and 1099’s Annually It will be required that the accountant use the Town of Elgin’s Finance Module (Nicholson) as well as the Town’s Account Access for SCDOORWAY, SUETS and it’s First Citizen’s BOB Advantage to complete all tasks. This will be required for all staff of the Town of Elgin and the Elgin Police Department, which will include a total of (19) employees/staff/council. Interested parties please contact Elgin Town Hall at 803-438-2362 or email us at elgin.clerk@townofelginsc.com for additional information or if you have further questions. All applications are due no later than Monday, August 16, 2021 and can be emailed to our Clerk or mailed to the Town of Elgin, Post Office Box 277, Elgin, South Carolina 29045.
Walk On Purpose For A Purpose July 17th | Potter Community Park
Galatians 6:2 invites you Potter Community Park on July 17th for a Walk to benefit the homeless and hungry throughout the SC Midlands. The Walk starts at 9 am, and registration is $15/or donation, and the link to register can be accessed on the Galatians 6:2 Facebook page: facebook.com/62galatians Donations will also be accepted, so don't forget to bring: canned goods, dry goods, full-sizes toiletries, tissue, aspirin, vitamins, or paper towels. galatians62.com | 803.973.0262
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July 9, 2021
Local Paintball Team Wins National Tourney
Recently, members of Elgin's own Carolina Warriors and 706 Goonies paintball teams combined forces under the War Goons name to participate in the Mid-Atlantic Major National XBall tournament held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania June 26 and 27th. The team faced tough competition in the preliminary rounds Saturday and finished with a record of 5 wins and 3 losses, a record good enough to advance them to the Sunday club to continue battling for points. They laced up their cleats Sunday morning to continue their road to the finals. After dominating their way through the playoff brackets, they moved on to play on the pro field for a match against a solid team, 787 Chaos, from Puerto Rico. The War Goons won the first point, dropped the second point and came out focused for the final, determining point. It came down to 4 War Goons versus 1 Chaos player. Three of the War Goons focus on keeping the Chaos player tucked into his bunker while the fourth War Goon ran down the field to finish the point. The first time playing together as a team, the War Goons became victorious in their road to victory becoming the champions for their division, D4 5-man.
Upcoming KC Library Online Events
Monday, July 12 | 9 AM on Facebook Beaded Art: Visit the Elgin Library to pick up instructions and supplies to make a beaded animal! We’ll have a short video on Facebook with instructions. For the young at heart. Monday, July 12 | 9:30 AM on Facebook Butterfly Art: Visit the Elgin Library to pick up instructions to make a butterfly out of toilet paper rolls! We’ll have a short video on Facebook with instructions. For ages 13 and up. Tuesday, July 13 | 11 AM on Zoom Tween Tales: The writing games we're going to play will get you started writing your tale. At the end of the summer, the library will professionally print and distribute all stories completed. Sign up by email: laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org Tuesday, July 13 | 1 PM on Zoom Teen Time Tales: Play these writing games with Sara Jane Arnett and the words will start flowing. The library will professionally print all submitted stories at the end of the summer for you and your friends. Sign up by email laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org. Tuesday, July 13 | 6 PM on Google Hangouts Write Club: Calling creative writers ages 18 and up! In Write Club, we will coax the writer out of you with fun writing games where you can be as silly (or serious) as you like. To join, email hannag@kershawcountylibrary.org Thursday, July 15 | 11 AM on Zoom Tween Tales: The writing games we're going to play will get you started writing your tale. At the end of the summer, the library will professionally print and distribute all stories completed. Sign up by email: laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org Thursday, July 15 | 1 PM on Zoom Teen Time Tales: Play these writing games with July 9, 2021
Sara Jane Arnett and the words will start flowing. The library will professionally print all submitted stories at the end of the summer for you and your friends. Sign up by email laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org. Thursday, July 15 | 6:30 PM on Zoom Yoga for EveryBody: Join Scott Freiberg for a gentle, easy, and welcoming yoga class for all levels. Cultivate your own relaxation with each pose and each breath. To sign up, visit www.kershawcountylibrary.org/yoga-is-back-on-zoom Friday, July 16 | 11 AM on Zoom Exploring Information: Peterson’s Career Prep: Designed for middle school students through adults, this product contains comprehensive career information including videos, articles, best practices, and downloadable worksheets. Personalized career assessments, preparing for job searches, and applying for jobs are included along with resume editing software with templates and cover letter samples. Sign up by email: cristib@kershawcountylibrary.org Tuesday, July 20 | 11 AM on Zoom Tween Tales: The writing games we're going to play will get you started writing your tale. At the end of the summer, the library will professionally print and distribute all stories completed. Sign up by email: laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org Tuesday, July 20 | 1 PM on Zoom Teen Time Tales: Play these writing games with Sara Jane Arnett and the words will start flowing. The library will professionally print all submitted stories at the end of the summer for you and your friends. Sign up by email laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org. Tuesday, July 20 | 6 PM on Google Hangouts Write Club: Calling creative writers ages 18 and
up! In Write Club, we will coax the writer out of you with fun writing games where you can be as silly (or serious) as you like. To join, email hannag@kershawcountylibrary.org Tuesday, July 20 | 6:30 PM on Zoom Yoga for EveryBody: Join Scott Freiberg for a gentle, easy, and welcoming yoga class for all levels. Cultivate your own relaxation with each pose and each breath. To sign up, visit www.kershawcountylibrary.org/yoga-is-back-on-zoom Wednesday, July 21 | 2 PM on Facebook Animal Art Using Napkins & Towels: Cris and Debbie embark on the journey of folding napkins and towels into adorable animals. Join the fun! Wednesday, July 21 | 6:30 PM in Google Hangouts Library Book Club: This month, we’ll be reading and discussing Rough Magic: Riding the World's Loneliest Horse Race by Lara Prior-Palmer. To join, email jenniferk@kershawcountylibrary.org Thursday, July 22 | 11 AM on Zoom Tween Tales: The writing games we're going to play will get you started writing your tale. At the end of the summer, the library will professionally print and distribute all stories completed. Sign up by email: laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org Thursday, July 22 | 1 PM on Zoom Teen Time Tales: Play these writing games with Sara Jane Arnett and the words will start flowing. The library will professionally print all submitted stories at the end of the summer for you and your friends. Sign up by email laurend@kershawcountylibrary.org
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A Splashing Good Time With Blaney Fire
Every Wednesday, the amazing Blaney Fire Department comes to Boys & Girls Clubs of Kershaw County summer camp at Blaney Elementary and sprays the kids with water, making the kids day every week.
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July 9, 2021
Kershaw County Sheriff ’s Office
KCSO Names Deputy of the Quarter Deputy Alexandria Nelson was named your KCSO Deputy of the Quarter (April-June Sheriff Lee Boan 2021). Nelson is a life long Kershaw County resident who graduated from Lugoff-Elgin High School. She holds a bachelor degree in Criminal Justice and has been a patrol deputy with your KCSO for 2 years. Deputy Nelson is always willing to go beyond what is expected out of her. In addition to her patrol duties over the past quarter, Nelson has successfully processed multiple crime scenes which yielded the arrests of multiple criminals. She is an asset to your KCSO and has a bright future ahead of her. CONGRATULATIONS, DEPUTY NELSON!!!
KCSD 2021-22 School Registration Now Open
The Kershaw County School District (KCSD) has opened its online registration portal for the 2021-22 school year. New for this year's process is the ability for families to make payments online. Families of returning KCSD students—including families who completed their kindergarten students’ initial enrollment this spring—will receive registration codes and instructions via email to complete the online registration process. Families of returning students who do not receive student registration codes by July 8 should contact their students' schools for assistance. Families of students who are new to KCSD and who have not already made contact with their students' schools should do so as soon as possible but should note that schools are closed on Fridays. More information for new students is available at www.kcsdschools.net/new. Schools will be open for three days—July 12, 13 and 14—from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 3 to 5 p.m. for families who do not have internet access or who need assistance. KCSD will use the information provided to develop student schedules and determine teacher assignments that will be sent to families electronically before the first day of school on August 5.
This year, all KCSD students are eligible to receive free meals, but families are encouraged to apply for meal benefits as it provides other advantages to families and the school district. To complete an online application, families can visit www.kcsdschools.net/meals. Payment on meal accounts may be made at www.myschoolbucks.com. In keeping with KCSD School Board policy, all students will pay a $5 technology fee. This and other fees can be paid online. To get started, KCSD families can go to www.myschoolbucks.com and create an account or log in to an existing one. Payments can be made by visiting the "School Store." Myschoolbucks.com charges a processing fee for online payments. Wearing face masks will be optional for students, staff and visitors in KCSD buildings for the new school year but will still be required on school buses as per CDC guidance. The school district strongly encourages unvaccinated patrons to wear face masks. KCSD will continue to sanitize facilities and buses. Hand sanitizer will be available throughout the buildings. FEEVR devices will continue to be used to scan persons' body temperatures upon entry to facilities.
Arts Center Offering Adult & Kid's Summer Camps
Pet Portrait in Acrylic: Full Day workshop with Gina Bruce One day workshop: Sat, July 17, 2021 | 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Join Gina Bruce to create a portrait of your best furry friend. This fun full day class has a morning session 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM and an afternoon session from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM, so you will need to bring a lunch. You will need to send the teacher a photo of your pet and tell her your canvas size by July 15. Choose between 8x10, 11x14 or 16x20. Send photo to Sursiesbygina@gmail.com Arts Camp Sr - Recycled Art Ages 11-14 | Camp Begins: Mon, July 19, 2021 Wouldn't it be cool if you could find something to do with all of the plastic bags and bottles and more that people use and toss? Well artists all over the world have been doing just that - creating works of art from the things others throw away. Materials included. Join us this summer as we explore the things we can recycle into a work of Art! Portraits with Gina Bruce Grades 6 and up | Class Begins: Monday, July 12, 2021 Join Gina Bruce this summer to picture yourself in new ways. Camp is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Monday: Graphite Portrait. You'll need an 8x10 photo copy of a photo you want to draw. Tuesday: Neurographic Watercolor and Ink Portrait Thursday: Pop Art Painting It can be a pet or person, but you will need a blown up photo of what you are painting 11x14.
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