FREE
The Island News covering northern beaufort county
www.yourislandnews.com
RINGING IN 50 YEARS
august 21-27, 2014
WHAT’S INSIDE?
Beaufort Academy marks its 50th anniversary at the start of this school year By Bob Sofaly
Beaufort Academy celebrated its 50th anniversary and first day of school on Monday, Aug. 18, with an assembly of students, faculty, parents and alumni in the school’s gym. BA opened in the fall of 1965 under the direction of Cmdr. Charles E. Owens, Jr. F o r m e r Headmaster Lee Bollman was the keynote speaker during Monday’s event. He described what it was like when he came to BA as a teacher and soccer coach in 1969. A year later, Bollman was also made school’s top administrator. He also described the school’s first computer system and how different it was compared to today’s technology. The first day of school began with the traditional ringing of the school bell by current Headmaster Stephen Schools.
SOCIAL
Beaufort Memorial staff throw a baby shower for one of their own. see page 8
COMMUNITY
Beaufort Academy Headmaster Stephen Schools, center, rings the school bell to officially begin the first day of school on Monday, Aug. 18. At right is former BA Headmaster Lee Bollman. Photos by Bob Sofaly.
Island Girls Night Out celebrates with fun at Luther’s. see page 9
PROFILE
Meet the Mitchells: Abby, Patrick and little Parker. see page 16 INDEX ABOVE LEFT: Former BA Headmaster Lee Bollman, who led from 1970 to 1990, describes to the audience what it was like when he came to the school in the early ’70s. ABOVE RIGHT: Bradi Dinkins, a first grade teacher, makes sure her students have snacks on the first day of school.
What are the best bets in Beaufort this weekend? Beaufort Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS Join Beaufort businesses, residents and organizations and take the Ice Bucket Challenge for ALS on Thursday, Aug. 21 at 3 p.m. at Henry C. Chambers Waterfront Park, under the pavilion. The community will stand as one and take the Ice Bucket Challenge together. Participants’ names will be announced on the video that will be posted online after the challenge. Bring your own bucket or container, ice and water will be provided. Sign in starts at 3 p.m., dumping will commence at 3:30 p.m. Donations are encouraged. Main Street Beaufort, USA, will send all donations to the ALS Association. Nite Bright Charity Golf Tournament The Exchange Club of Beaufort is hosting a charity golf tournament in honor of Kelli Bright. The event will be held on Friday, August 22 at
The Legends Golf Course on Parris Island. It will be a fun night-time event beginning with nine holes at 5 p.m., then dinner and the last nine holes starting when dark. The money raised will go toward the purchase of a Paramobile for Kelli Bright who serves as an inspiration not only to those with spinal cord injuries, but to everyone who may be undergoing struggles in their lives. To register, call Angel Flewelling at 524-0042. Street Music on Paris Avenue concerts return The band Moreland & Arbuckle will be performing on Saturday, August 23 at 6 p.m. as part of the Street Music on Paris Avenue series in Port Royal. The sound of the band’s most recent album is rooted in the spirit of the Delta blues. The band is made up of guitarist Aaron Moreland, singer and harmonica player Dustin Arbuckle and drummer Kendall Newby For more information, visit www.morelandarbuckle.com.
Habitat of Humanity has Upcycled Art Auction The LowCountry Habitat for Humanity ReStore is celebrating its 10 years of operation with an art auction like no other. Local and regional artists are treasure hunting within the store’s aisles for items to repurpose, recycle, reclaim or reimagine. They’re looking for the sometimes hidden beauty in gently-used items to create works of art. These creations will be auctioned at an Upcycled Art Auction at The Shed in Port Royal on Saturday, August 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. The auction’s Honorary Chair is artist Cassandra Gillens. Another local artist, Deanna Bowdish, will serve as the evening’s auctioneer. Entertainment will be provided by the Sweetgrass Angels. Tickets for the event are $25 and are available now at the ReStore at 612 Parris Island Gateway or online at www.lowcountryhabitat.org. Proceeds will support affordable housing programs. For more information, call 843-522-3500.
News 2 Health 4 Business 6-7 Social 8 School 10 Sports 12 Arts 14 Profile 16 Games 17 Wine 18 Lunch Bunch 19 Pets 20 Events 21 Directory 22 Classified 23