Volume 16, No. 10B
“A Companion for People who Live, Work, & Play in Elgin, Lugoff, Camden and Northeast Columbia”
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Letters to the Editor The Elgin News P.O. Box 152 Elgin, SC 29045
Cate Goff, Editor (803) 513-5108
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Fred Davidson, Sales Manager (803) 466-4604
The regular monthly meeting of the Elgin Town Council was held on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 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, September 1st. Immediately following the approval of the minutes was the Swearing in Ceremony for Councilman, Paul Rizzo, who was elected in a Special Election in September to fill the vacant seat left by the resignation of Councilwoman Eyers. The Oath of Office was given by Mayor Emmons outside at the Town Clock to accommodate social distancing. During Public Forum, Kershaw County Chairman Julian Burns provided Council with updates on Absentee Voting located at the Arena in Camden, COVID-19 (averaging 8-14 cases per day), the 2020 CENSUS and the ceremony at Lugoff-Elgin High School honoring Sgt. Major Thomas P. Payne, a Kershaw County Resident who was the recent recipient of the Medal of Honor for his heroic acts during Operation Inherent Resolve. The following New Business License Applications were approved in September 2020: (1) Galatians 62-a nonprofit homeless corporation-located on Main Street in Elgin, (2) Angel Waisted LLC-a health/wellness service-located on Main Street in Elgin, and (3) Elgin Pet Shop-a pet grooming busi-
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Letter To The Editor
Dear Editor,
I would like to recognize and thank Elgin Police Chief Harold Brown for his 27 years of service to our local schools, the Elgin community, and Kershaw County. Although Chief is stepping down, his legacy will last a lifetime. I first met Chief Brown and his wonderful wife Mrs. Kathy through my family and home church, Highway Pentecostal Holiness Church. Chief and Mrs. Kathy served the youth tirelessly and passionately. Their model of serving and helping others, as well as their humility and compassion, inspired many young people, including myself. They also set examples for us to emulate throughout our lives. Since working at Stover Middle School, I have had the honor and privilege of working alongside Chief with the Elgin Police Department’s Toy Roundup and Caring Hands project, which benefits Elgin and Kershaw County residents in need at Christmas. Our school has partnered with the police department through our Tigers Take Time to Care holiday project the past two years. We have been able to help many families who otherwise would not have had a joyful or memorable holiday season. This project began when Chief and Mrs. Kathy had the vision and heart to bring it to fruition. The project has brought our community together to serve and help others, when they need it most. In closing, mere words cannot express what Chief Harold Brown means to me personally, or to our community. He will be missed, but certainly remembered for all he has done in his remarkable 27 years as the Elgin Police Chief. Sincerely, Kim Stokes The Elgin News builds community and brings people together by informing everyone about local businesses, services, schools organizations, government, activities, events and other information useful for becoming involved. It helps those who live and work in Elgin to get to know each other as people and to become friends. The Elgin News accepts no responsibility for the contents of the advertisements or articles. Advertisements and articles are accepted with the full responsibility of the advertiser for worth and accuracy. Readers who wish to comment or have concerns regarding advertisements contained herein are urged to phone the Elgin News at (803) 513-5108 or (803) 466-4604. The Elgin News will discontinue accepting advertising from firms of alleged dubious reputation. Rates are net - discount agreements must be reflected on the publication order. Invoices due on receipt. Tearsheets and proofs available upon request. Advertising setup, changes and publication verification are provided at no charge. 15% agency comm. is 30-days firm. Photography charges negotiable. By-line articles are the property of the contributor and may not be reproduced without permission.
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Homecoming Memories
decision was made to give the fathers the honor of escorting their daughters onto the field. The ROTC with their swords making an arch along with the band playing the alma mater added to the memories of the half time show. In the fall of 1993, all halftime activities had to be postponed until after the Each class in LEHS’s 50-year history has made their impact and developed their own game and held in the school auditorium. Heavy rain drenched the field, the players, the cheerleaders, the coaches, fans, etc. Hillary Fredrick was crowned sense of identity. Special moments and memories of “be- on the stage to loud applause as the 1993 Homecoming Queen. In the fall of 1995, WNOK radio in Columbia sponsored along with Arlonging” are similar yet different in the minds and “loyal hearts” of the students and faculty mour Meats, a state-wide contest to identify the Most School Spirited High School in South Carolina. Students were encouraged to write letters explainwho shared these traditions. The fall of 1973 marked the kickoff for ing why their school should win this award. LEHS students were excited to LE’s first varsity football team coached by learn that LEMS and the elementary schools were sending letters of support Willie Mickle and the marching band directed by William Sarratt. All home for LEHS. At a special assembly hosted by WNOK’s top deejay Jonathan Rush, the games were played in Camden at Zemp Stadium. Libby Rinker was LE’s first school was presented with a $2,000 dollar check and a proclamation from Homecoming Queen. Three years later the tradition of Homecoming was celebrated for the first time in LE’s own stadium with Alison Smith being Governor David Beasley stating that: “Your selection as the Most School Spirited School in South Carolina is indicative of the high standards of accrowned as queen. Leading up to the excitement of Homecoming is the fun activities sched- ademics, commitment, and dedication the students of Lugoff Elgin High uled for Spirit Week. LE’s student council and the cheerleaders worked to- have demonstrated time and time again.” Homecoming Night is a reality check for most as the realization of the gether to plan a theme, dress up days, (Fantasy, Twin, Cowboy, Celebrity, Disney, Camouflage, Back in Time, School Pride, etc.) and lunch activities special milestones for seniors and the alumni who return. Even though the such as watermelon and pie eating contests, catching ice cream in a cone, traditions are continuing; the faces are changing. Madison Grace Stockman said, “Two years ago, one of my dreams became pass the apple, lifesaver on a straw, pie in the face, etc. In some years there a reality! I followed in my mom’s ( Julie Turner Stockman) footsteps and was were door and hall decorating competitions, spirit links, and class cheer offs. Every day of Spirit Week was a new adventure with Friday’s pep rally and crowned Homecoming Queen on the exact field she was in 1985.” Linda Strawderman Gates said, “What an honor and privilege it was to skits involving the football players as the highlight. One year the senior football players were blindfolded and told they were be selected as the Homecoming Queen for the 81-82 school year. I enjoyed going to receive a kiss on the cheek from a cheerleader. When the blindfolds representing my friends, classmates, and Lugoff Elgin High. Sharon Johnson Hatfield said, “I can still remember the excitement I felt came off, the players saw their mothers standing in front of them. Some homecoming activities have included pre-game parades with contes- after being crowned Homecoming Queen in 1987. It was such a wonderful tants riding in convertibles; other times a brisk walk from LE’s library where feeling knowing my classmates had chosen me to represent the school.” Be sure to wear your red, white, and blue and attend Lugoff Elgin High the sponsors received their flowers and had photographs taken. School’s Homecoming game under the Friday Night Lights, November 6th! Prior to 1996, the girls were able to select student escorts, but in 1996 the By: Liz Simon Staff Writer
Voting Precinct Changes for Nov. 3rd Election
IN-PERSON ABSENTEE VOTING In-person absentee voting is currently underway at The Camden City Arena (517 Bull Street) from now until November 2nd. Kershaw County Voters can vote absentee Monday through Friday from 8:30AM until 5:00PM and on Saturdays from 9:00AM until 1:00PM. MAIL-IN ABSENTEE VOTING Mail-in absentee voting is still available. To request a mail-in absentee ballot, please call Kershaw County Voter Registration at 803.424.4016. The last day Voter Registration can mail an absentee ballot to a voter is October 24th by 5:00PM. For the mail-in absentee ballot to be counted, it must be delivered to Voter Registration by 7:00PM on November 3rd. Voter Registration will hold a special drive-thru at Camden City Arena on Saturday, October 24th and Saturday, October 31st from 9:00AM until 1:00PM for mail-in absentee voters to drop-off their absentee ballot. ADDITIONAL VOTING INFORMATION For additional information, please visit www. kershaw.sc.gov/vote or call 803.424.4016.
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From the Chief 's Desk
In this issue I would like to talk about our community support. The Elgin Police Dept. has an overwhelming amount of support from volunteers, citizens, businesses and neighboring communities. We appreciate this support greatly. And speaking of our volunteers, I would like to mention one in particular, Mr. Pat Bero. Mr. Pat has been volunteering for several years, he helps with everything from the Catfish Stomp, Toy Round Up, delivering meals to the elderly, to parking cars weekly for Blanketing Families as Chief Alan Anders they hand out free meals. Pat has even spent his own hard earned money on multiple occasions, buying bikes at Christmas for families, food for the Blessing Box and even ceiling fans for Potter Park. Mr. Pat can be seen several days a week here at Elgin Town Hall lending a helping hand. He has a big heart and enjoys volunteering his time and money. The Elgin Police Dept. can always depend on Pat to be there to help us better serve. If you happen to run into Pat Bero in town, be sure to tell him thank you and good job.
At Left: Mr. Pat Bero with ceiling fans donated to Potter Park to replace several that were broken.
Anders Sworn In As Elgin Police Chief
Rizzo Joins Elgin Town Council
Alan Anders was sworn in as the new Elgin Police Chief at a ceremony on Friday, October 9th, at Elgin Town Hall. Anders has been with the Elgin PD for 17 years, working alongside retiring Chief Harold Brown.
From left: Angie Garrett PD Clerk, Sgt. Michelle Sinclair, Constable Rick Miller, K9 Officer Randy Bass, Lt. Ed Hines, Officer Jordan Scanner, Office Scott Myer and Officer David Bailey.
Paul Rizzo was sworn in on October 6th as Elgin's newest Town Councilman. Pictured above are Rizzo being sworn in, with his daughter Lexie Rizzo, and Mayor Melissa Emmons.
Be Pro Be Proud Mobile Workshop Tours SC
The Be Pro Be Proud SC mobile workshop will be making stops at several Kershaw County School District middle and high schools this school year. The mobile workshop allows students to experience hands-on module simulators for forklift operation, commercial driving, utility bucket operation, diesel technology, heavy equipment operation, welding, carpentry and construction technology, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine operation. The Be Pro Be Proud SC goal is to bring awareness to students and parents about skilled jobs that are high paying, in demand, with long-term career prospects and do not require a four year degree. For more information and specific school dates, visit the Be Pro Be Proud SC website at https://www. beprobeproudsc.org/
Pictured at Left: Students at the Woolard Technology Center were able to experience real life careers like commercial driving through virtual reality and training simulators. October 16, 2020
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The ALPHA Center Dedicates New Facility
On Wednesday, October 7th, The ALPHA Center celebrated the grand opening of the Paul W. Napper Building on King Street in Camden. The facility is named for former ALPHA Center director Paul Napper, who served as the executive director for nearly 40 years. Mara Horton Jones took over as Executive Director in May, and Napper remains on staff as the Center's Public Policy and Advocacy Consultant. Local, state and national dignitaries gathered to tour the new facility and to praise the Center's many positive contributions to our community.
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'Manna' Returns to Revival Center NE The Revival Center Northeast will continue Manna, its free food giveaway on Friday, October 23, 2020 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon as long as bags last. Bags are available for you, neighbors, relatives, or friends who would appreciate this support. The ministry is located at 1662 Highway 1 South (next to Johnson’s Transmission) in Lugoff. In observance of CDC Guidelines, bags will be handed to each car as you drive through the parking lot. Each month’s giveaway follows a theme including a meat, canned vegetable, starch, bread, and dessert. This month’s theme is Chicken Dinner! 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.
Veterans Park Fall Hours Effective October 5th, The Wateree River Veterans Park adjusted the park’s opening hours to reflect the change in seasons. The park is now be open from 7:00AM until 6:00PM every day. The Park includes a new kayak launch, fishing dock, and walking trail for the public to enjoy.
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KC Soil and Water Commissioner Write Ins Will Detwiler
I grew up on a farm here in Kershaw County. Some may remember me as a baseball player, and a pitcher on the 2014 American Legion Post-17 team that represented our county in the State Championship. That experience gave me lifelong friends, including coaches Craig Smith and Will Dorton. They helped give me an opportunity to continue my baseball career at the College of Charleston where I was privileged to play for Monte Lee and Chad Holbrook. I received an education in Politics, Law, and Conservation. Working in the field of Wetlands Mitigation and Stream Remediation, I helped preserve 3000 acres in our state, learned from SCDNR biologists and scientists alike, and put hours of field work in, even through the flood wa-
ters of Hurricane Florence. As Commissioner, I will apply my experience being part of a team, and a leader. I have the education and field experience to hit the ground running. I will serve our county and state in its efforts to conserve soil and water resources, control or prevent soil erosion, floodwater and sediment damages, and further conservation. Looking to the future, I want our community to focus on the big picture, the concept of mitigation, something that could bring long term financial benefit to our county. I will advocate for the people, lands and critical watersheds of Kershaw County. Please support me, Will Detwiler by Writing-In my name for Soil and Water District Commission in this upcoming election.
Zechariah Willoughby I recently launched my campaign that could make me the youngest elected official in South Carolina history. My campaign doesn't have anything to do with age, however, but everything to do with my roots coming from a family of five generations of farmers, and my passion for our environment in South Carolina. I spent my childhood gathering eggs, feeding cattle, and working at the Kershaw County Farmers Market. As a fifth generation farmer and caretaker of the land that my family grew up on, I know how important it is to be a good steward of our natural resources. A lifelong resident of South Carolina, a product of Kershaw County schools,
and a self proclaimed ‘policy nerd’, I am ready to serve the people of Kershaw county and the land that I grew up with. Among my top initiatives: ・ Protect Kershaw and South Carolina's natural resources ・ Invest in our family farms ・ Improve stormwater runoff ・ Fix eroded roads ・ Accountability; ensuring that the board is accountable to the citizens I currently attend University of South Carolina where I am majoring in political science. Please find me on Facebook if you have any questions!
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MAYOR’S DESK, Continued From Page 2 ness located on Main Street in Elgin. As always, we welcome new businesses to our community and encourage you to visit them and Think Elgin First. There were no Charity Permit Requests or Complaints for the month of September 2020. 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 chose not to renew/extend the Emergency Ordinance for the Coronavirus Epidemic. The emergency procedures that had been put in place originally in April have now expired and we have resumed normal operations. This included the re-opening of Potter Community Park. In New Business, a presentation was made by Mike Conley, Director of Kershaw County Planning & Zoning, for the 2020-2022 Kershaw County Emergency Route for Santee Wateree Regional Transportation Authority. The route will originate in Elgin, runs to Camden and loops back past Hospital and other healthcare providers on Haile Street. It will return to Elgin and continue to Sandhill’s SuperStop to connect to COMET System (as requested). The route length is 45.7 miles with 29 total stops and a travel time of (2) hours. The Total Annual Operating Cost @ 5 times per day/ 5 days per week is $251,959.66 with 0% cost to Kershaw County. The current plan is to start this route sometime in December-January. There will be additional opportunities for more information as LiveWell will be conducting the public education segment of this grant. Also in New Business, Council opened five bids for the town’s landscaping contract, which expired on September 30, 2020 with our current provider, who has decided to discontinue this service. Of the bids submitted, Council chose Carolina Cuts Lawn Care and Irrigation and will pursue a contract pending documentation/clarification on Worker’s Compensation and Liability Insurance. The bid total was $9,540.00, which will consist of (12) monthly installments of $795.00. Council will review a contract at its November 3rd meeting. Council also had a 1st Reading for an amendment to Ordinance 137-Section 6-Item (E), which addresses the frequency that an item can be presented to Council by the Public for consideration. The amendment changes it from a (12) month period to a (3) month period. The 2nd Reading is scheduled for our November 3rd meeting. Chief Brown was not available to provide updates for the Elgin Police Department, but Interim Chief Anders shared his apology and thanked Council for their support on his behalf. In Council Briefings, Councilman Smith congratulated Paul Rizzo on his election to Council and expressed that he looks forward to working
with him. Councilwoman Sloan brought up the subject of the Financial Reports/Bank Reconciliations, which was a follow-up from the discussion during Council Briefings at the September 1st meeting. After a great deal of discussion from several members of Council, it was agreed to add this matter to the agenda under Old Business for the November 3rd meeting. She also asked that a Potter Community Park Update be added as well to the November Agenda. Councilwoman Sloan also requested clarification regarding procedures for when Council receives their packets each month. The Clerk informed her that packets go out electronically on the Friday prior to the next meeting and hard copies are also available for pickup. Per FOIA Guidelines, agendas have to be posted 24 hours prior to a meeting, but it is our goal to get it out before then. The deadline for any amendments would be the Monday prior to the meeting at 5:00 (end of business day). Mayor Emmons asked that if Council has an item that they would like to add to an agenda, that they make some type of request (verbally or via email) so that the Clerk understands what items need to be placed on an agenda and what items are requests for information or clarification. Councilman Hanley discussed the Financial Reports/Bank Reconciliations in great detail as well and agreed that the matter should be added to the next month’s agenda. He also asked for a 3-5-year financial analysis of the town’s revenue and expenditures to gauge the current status of our financial position if we chose to pursue funding projects. Councilman Rizzo had no report other than stating that he was looking forward to his service on Council. Mayor Emmons shared an article from a recent MASC publication that stated how face masks ordinances/resolutions appeared to help slow the spread of COVID-19, shared with Council that an extension had been granted on the Potter Community Park Grant from 2017 through June 30, 2021, asked that a request for Kershaw County Teacher of the Year Sponsorship be added to the November Agenda in addition to further discussions regarding a possible bid package for a 2nd picnic shelter to be constructed at Potter Community Park. Town Attorney John Wells had no report. Our next regular scheduled meeting will be on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 6:00 pm. I encourage everyone to make an effort 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. We also 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.
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Kershaw County Sheriff ’s Office
Spike In Assaults on Law Enforcement
Sheriff Lee Boan
The SC State Law Enforcement Division (SLED) re2019 SLED CRIME RATES (Per 10,000 Inhabitants) cently released their 2019 Crime Report. There are adSOUTH CAROLINA KERSHAW COUNTY vantages to being a small county. Our crime rates remain Violent Crime 51.5 38.8 lower than the state average. I have attached a spreadsheet Murder 0.9 0.6 to show how Kershaw County's crime rates compared to the rest of the state in 2019. Sexual Battery 5.4 4.5 “I am extremely concerned by the increasing amount of Robbery 6.5 3.8 violence in our state including the number of murders, asAggravated Assault 38.7 29.9 saults and violent attacks on law enforcement officers,” said Property Crime 297 265.5 SLED Chief Mark Keel. “I’m concerned that these numBreaking & Entering 51.4 44.9 bers may go even higher due to the many stresses we have faced so far in 2020.” Motor Vehicle Theft 30.6 24.2 Kershaw County is seeing some crime increases in Larceny 213.9 194.4 2020. I don't believe our violent crimes are increasing that Arson 1.2 2 much...if any. I am more concerned with the increase in incidents involving our deputies' use of force and our deputies' injury reports. We are on pace to double the number of 'Use of Force' the vast majority of Kershaw County citizens. The lack of compliance comes incidents from 2019 to 2020. We frequently review body camera footage of from criminals who feel they do not have to be accountable for their illegal these incidents. Our deputies are showing constraint and making attempts to actions. Criminals can decide whether or not they break the law; we cannot de-escalate situations. However, this is having very little effect on the viola- decide whether or not we enforce the law. It does not always end well for tors. In 2019, we had 2 injuries reported on KCSO deputies. So far in 2020, either side when criminals choose not to comply with law enforcement while we have 11 deputy injury reports. A lack of compliance toward law enforce- we are trying to uphold our sworn oath to enforce the law. This makes for a ment officers has become an acceptable practice. This does NOT hold true to no win situation.
SC CARES Grant Management Programs Update
The SC Department of Administration released important information today regarding applying for the Minority and Small Business Relief Grant Program and the Nonprofit Relief Grant Program. I am proud to have supported the creation of these grant programs by the General Assembly to help our small businesses and nonprofit organizations recover from these tough economic times. Because there is a compressed timeline to submit applications, it is highly recommended that businesses and nonprofit organizations wishing to apply begin gathering required organizational supporting documentation and required qualifying expenditure documentation. This and other important information can be found at https://accelerate.sc.gov/cares-act/applying-sc-caresact-funds. Minority and Small Business Relief Grant Program: Provides grants to minority and small businesses to reimburse qualifying expenditures for providing services or revenue loss due to COVID-19. Grant Awards: Will range from $2,500 to $25,000 Eligibility Criteria: - Employ 25 or fewer employees - Physically located in South Carolina - In operation from October 13, 2019 to present - Can demonstrate a financial or operational impact due to COVID-19 Application Window: October 19, 2020 – November 1, 2020 Application: Will be available on October 19, 2020. A link to the application will be made available on the following website: https://accelerate. sc.gov/cares-act/applying-sc-cares-act-funds.
Nonprofit Relief Grant Program: Provides grants to nonprofit organizations to reimburse qualifying expenditures for providing services or revenue loss due to COVID-19. Grant Awards: Will range from $2,500 to $50,000 Eligibility Criteria: - Designated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization by the IRS - Registered as a public charity with the South Carolina Secretary of State - Physically located and providing services in South Carolina - In operation from October 13, 2019 to present - Can demonstrate a financial or operational impact due to COVID-19 Application Window: October 19, 2020 – November 1, 2020 Application: Will be available on October 19, 2020. A link to the application will be made available on the following website: https://accelerate. sc.gov/cares-act/applying-sc-cares-act-funds.
For more information on either program contact the SC CARES Call Center Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm at (803) 670-5170 or sccares@admin.sc.gov. October 16, 2020
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Genova Family Karate
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130-C Pontiac Business Center Drive, Elgin, SC