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THESPIRITOFSANTA Time

running out for Matthew funds Victims of Hurricane Matthew have until Tuesday, Dec. 13, to register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and submit disaster loan applications to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), according to a news release issued by FEMA. Homeowners may be eligible for a home disaster loan up to $200,000 to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters may be eligible for up to $40,000 to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed personal property, including automobiles.

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This sweet baby is mesmerized by St. Nick at the Lunch with Santa and Toy Extravaganza on Dataw Island. Photo courtesy of Dataw Island

Throughout Beaufort County, folks are coming together to collect toys and other gifts for needy children who may not receive any Christmas gifts otherwise.

There are many dropoff points from Bluffton to Beaufort to Hilton Head where members of the community can contribute to the 2016 Marine Corps Toys for Tots, which is collecting unwrapped toys and gifts for children up to age 16.

One of those sites is Devil Dog Headquarters.

Above: Santa rides atop a fire engine during the Christmas Parade on Bay Street in downtown Beaufort on Sunday, Dec. 4.

At right: Beaufort Mayor Billy Keyserling stands with Santa as families gather for the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony during Night on the Town on Dec. 2. Photos by Captured Moments Photography.

FOR MORE STORIES AND PHOTOS OF HOLIDAY EVENTS AROUND TOWN, SEE PAGE A9.

ISLAND GIRLS NIGHT OUT Celebrate the holidays from 5:30-7 p.m. tonight, Dec. 8, at Modern Jewelers at 807 Bay St. in Beaufort for Island Girls Night Out with prizes and fun.

Toy drives can help children in need

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A HEALTHY JOURNEY One woman accomplished her goals of getting in shape ... with a little help.

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Karl Radzins took this gorgeous photo near the Church of the Cross on the May River in Bluffton.

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House destroyed, dog dies in blaze Burton firefighters responded to a house fire on Davidson Road in the Grays Hill community just after 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1.

Firefighters arrived and found a single-story home with fire already burning through the roof.

“I could see smoke in the sky as soon as I pulled out of the station,” said Assistant Fire Chief James Still, who was at the Grays Hill fire station on Bruce K. Smalls Road.

Firefighters were able to extinguish the fire; however the home was a total loss. The family was not home at the time of the fire. No injuries were reported but the family dog perished in the fire.

The city of Beaufort and Sheldon fire departments also responded to the scene to assist. The fire is still under investigation.

A string of holiday tragedies continued for the Burton Fire District as fire crews extinguish a house fire in Grays Hill on Thursday, Dec. 1.

Two dead after separate car accidents A woman was killed after she was hit by a car at about 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 27 on Frazier Drive near Broad River Boulevard.

Frazier Drive was closed for approximately 45 minutes while emergency crews assisted the injured pedestrian and removed roadway hazards.

Additionally, Burton firefighters responded to a motor vehicle accident on Laurel Bay Road involving a passenger vehicle and a motorcycle. Firefighters rescued the trapped motorcyclist from

underneath the vehicle; however despite efforts, the motorcyclist died on scene.

In a separate incident, Burton firefighters were dispatched to a report of a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle on Trask Parkway in front of Dobbs BP just past 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 30.

Firefighters arrived and provided medical care to a male pedestrian with critical injuries.

The pedestrian was transported to Beaufort Memorial Hos-

pital. The southbound lane of Trask Parkway was blocked for over 30 minutes while firefighters rendered aid. The driver of the vehicle was not injured.

Also on Nov. 30, Burton firefighters responded to a pedestrian being struck by a vehicle at Parris Island Gateway and Broad River Boulevard. The pedestrian sustained minor injuries and was transported to Beaufort Memorial Hospital.

“We are asking our citizens to slow down and think safety first

this holiday season, and be extra cautious and vigilant,” said Dan Byrne, Burton firefighter/paramedic.

Since Nov. 23, the Burton Fire District has responded to over 81 emergency calls including two house fires and 10 motor vehicle accidents that resulted in two fatalities and a female pedestrian in critical condition.

Last year during the same time period, Burton firefighters responded to 51 emergency calls including one house fire and two motor vehicle accidents.

POLICE BLOTTER Victim, suspects shoot at each other; victim wins

A man who found two men stealing items from his yard chased the suspects, ultimately catching them and forcing them to return his items at gunpoint.

According to a report from the Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office, at about 5 a.m. on Dec. 3, deputies responded to a report of gunshots being fired in the Wimbee Creek area in Dale.

The victim told police that two black men in a silver Dodge pickup came into his yard and stole his log splitter.

As they left the area, the victim chased them in his vehicle, with the victim and suspects exchanging gunfire.

The victim caught up with the suspects near Big Estates Road on U.S. 17, where he forced them at gunpoint to return his property. The victim said they then fled in the area of Big Estates Road.

Man goes to hospital with gunshot wound

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vestigating an incident of a man who showed up at Beaufort Memorial Hospital with a gunshot wound.

The man went to the hospital on Dec. 1, and while being treated he told hospital staff that he accidentally shot himself while cleaning his handgun.

After being notified of the incident, Beaufort County Sheriff 's Office deputies responded and interviewed the man.

His told deputies he was shot by an unknown person while walking on Burton Wells Road.

A short time later, investigators arrived at the hospital to meet with him. This time the man offered no explanation about how he was wounded.

In addition, he refused to allow investigators to photograph his gunshot wound and collect evidence.

The man was later released from the hospital.

The incident is still under investigation.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call Sgt. Brandon Disbrow at 843-255-3407 or CrimeStoppers 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.

Suspects being sought in Walmart shoplifting

The Beaufort County Sheriff ’s Office is attempting to identify the two people who were in possession of a stolen credit card and were seen on video surveillance using the card to make $151 in unauthorized purchases.

The incident occurred on Sunday, Nov. 20 at the Walmart on Hilton Head Island.

Anyone with information is encouraged to call 843-255-3310 or CrimeStoppers at 1-888-CrimeSC to remain anonymous and for a possible reward.

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Community Foundation awards grants to several local nonprofits The Community Foundation of the Lowcountry recently awarded $93,930 in grants to five local nonprofit organizations.

The awards were granted during one of three competitive grant cycles the Community Foundation holds annually.

The awards were presented at a luncheon held at Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks restaurant on Hilton Head Island.

The organizations and their projects are:

Grant recipients and Community Foundation committee members attended a luncheon where grants were awarded.

• Citizens Opposed to Domestic Abuse/Hope Haven:

Funding will support marketing and communication

strategies and materials for the groups’ merger.

• Family Promise: The organization will use grant funding to plan and embark on a community awareness campaign.

• Memory Matters: Funding will support the recruitment and employment of a new position, dementia care specialist.

• Programs for Exceptional People: PEP will use the grant to develop a vocational training satellite center in Bluffton.

BIRDERS WANTED FOR FRIPP ISLAND COUNT Fripp Island’s 2016 Audubon Christmas Bird Count will take place on Saturday, Dec. 17.

Beginning birders are welcome as they will be paired with experienced birders. Participants will be divided into groups, and each group will stop at several locations on Fripp Island where participants will spot Photo of Tricolored Heron and identify the birds in the chicks by John Albert area, and record the results.

Volunteers can participate in either a morning (8:3011:30 a.m.) and/or afternoon (1-4 p.m.) session.

A gathering of Bird Count participants will be held at 4 p.m. at the Fripp Community Centre. Light snacks will be provided. This will be a good opportunity to share stories and meet fellow birders.

To participate, contact Buddy Campbell at blacksnake6@comcast.net.

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IN THE NEWS

NEWS BRIEFS Beaufort celebrates new dog park Beaufort recently opened a new dog park with a ribbon cutting, food and fun for kids. The dog park is at Southside Park at 2614 Southside Blvd. in Beaufort.

County offering free electronics recycling The Beaufort County Public Works Department’s Solid Waste and Recycling Office is hosting two free electronics recycling events for county residents from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10.

The events will be held at Beaufort County Public Works, 9 Benton Field Road, Bluffton, and Beaufort County Public Works, 140 Shanklin Road, Beaufort.

Any personal computers, laptops, CRT monitors, LCD monitors, CRT televisions,

non-CRT televisions, printers, hard drives and miscellaneous electronics (microwaves, lamps, cell phones, radios, fax machines and typewriters) will be accepted.

For more information, call 843-255-2736 or visit www.bcgov.net/recycle.

rain since then, they’ve now slipped into a drought.”

Additionally, “long-range predictions continue to show above-normal wildfire potential through the month of December,” SCFC Fire Duty Officer Doug Mills said.

Drought statuses are updated for 11 counties

Sanford office offers inauguration tickets

The South Carolina Drought Response Committee recently changed the drought statuses for 11 counties in the state, including Beaufort County.

All counties in the southern portion of the state have been upgraded from normal to incipient, the first level of drought.

“It’s hard to believe that, in early October, many of these counties received more than 10 inches of rain,” said Hope Mizzell, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) state climatologist. “But with no

The office of U.S. Rep. Mark Sanford, R-SC, has recently set up a page on his official website (sanford.house.gov) where constituents of South Carolina’s First Congressional District can request tickets for the presidential inauguration.

The ceremony will take place on Friday, Jan. 20, 2017, on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

Tickets to the inauguration are available through each congressional office and will be determined through a lottery drawing. The

deadline to enter is Friday, Dec. 16. Tickets will need to be picked up in Sanford’s Washington D.C office by Jan. 19, 2017.

Submitting a request form does not guarantee tickets.

CAPA gets grant from Berkeley Hall foundation

The Child Abuse Prevention Association (CAPA) has been awarded a grant from the Berkeley Hall Charitable Foundation.

CAPA has a long-standing collaboration with the Beaufort County School District to provide programs that are best-practice, science-based and meet the SC Department of Education standards for guidance counselors.

The grant will allow CAPA to update its curriculum with contemporary and multi-cultural materials as well as expand its program to include more grades.

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Beaufort Memorial names new CFO, human resources VP Ken Miller, a finance executive with more than 20 years’ experience in the healthcare field, has been named Beaufort Memorial Hospital’s chief financial officer.

He replaces longtime CFO Jeff White, who is retiring after 25 years of service to the hospital.

For the last three years, Miller has served as CFO for CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial, a network of four facilities with 381 beds and net revenue of $188 million. Prior to that, he was CFO for a division of RegionalCare Hospital consisting of facilities in Texas, Connecticut, Iowa, Pennsylvania and Ohio with a combined net revenue of $400 million.

From 2005 to 2011, he served

as CFO of Paris Regional Medical Center in Texas, a 364bed facility with net revenues of $125 million.

He also served Ken Miller three years as CFO of The Medical Center of Mesquite in Texas.

Miller began his career in healthcare as a radiologic technologist. He returned to school and graduated in 1990 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from the University of Texas at Tyler. In 1996, he completed his graduate studies in Healthcare, earning an MHA/MBA from the

University of Houston.

At Beaufort Memorial, Miller will be responsible for managing the Brian Hoffman finances of the 197-bed hospital with operating revenues of nearly $200 million.

Brian C. Hoffman, a human resources professional with 20 years’ experience, has been named vice president of human resources at Beaufort Memorial Hospital.

Hoffman will manage all personnel matters for the hospital’s 1,800 employees, and will also play an integral role in organizational

development to meet the health needs of a growing population.

Most recently, Hoffman served 11 years as human resources director for Lancaster Regional Medical Center and Heart of Lancaster Medical Center in Lancaster, Pa., a network of two acute care hospitals and multiple physician practices.

His responsibilities included employee relations, compensation and wage analysis, recruitment, benefit administration, performance evaluations and payroll management for 1,300 employees.

Early in his career, Hoffman served as a local director of human resources for HCR Manor Care Inc., a long-term care and

rehabilitation company, and as a human resource analyst for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Hoffman earned a B.S. in business administration (human resources) at Shippensburg University and a Master’s of Business Administration (management and strategy) at Western Governors University.

“I’m looking forward to meeting the employees and working with members of the team to ensure that the community continues to receive the high quality care for which Beaufort Memorial is already known,” said Hoffman.

For a list of current job openings, visit beaufortmemorial.org.

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BUSINESS CHAMBER CORNER Networking takes a holiday twist

Kinghorn Insurance will host a Business After Hours event sponsored by the Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce from 5:30-7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, at 910 Carteret St. At the chamber’s monthly evening networking event, there will be food, drinks, live music and raffle prizes. Attendees should wear a tacky Christmas sweater, and the tackiest sweater will win a prize. The chamber will also be collecting and donating toys for Toys for Tots, so guests should bring an unwrapped toy. This event is free for chamber members; $5 for guests.

Black chamber to offer financial strategy advice

The Beaufort County Black Chamber of

Commerce and Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE) will offer a business class focusing on developing a business plan, accessing a business loan and other financial strategies. The class will be 6-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12, and Wednesday, Dec. 14, at the chamber office at 801 Bladen St. Call 843986-1102, ext. 2, to reserve a space.

Good Eats celebrates its grand opening

The Beaufort Regional Chamber recently hosted the grand opening of Sea Eagle Market & Good Eats at 2149 Boundary St. in Beaufort.

The grand opening featured a ribbon cutting, light refreshments, a chance to win a hand-built crab pot and a book signing by Patricia Branning, author of “Pullin' Pots and Shrimp, Collards and Grits Volume II.” Sea Eagle Market is a family-owned and

lunch Monday through Saturday. Visit www.seaeaglemarket.com.

Nevermore Books holds grand opening

American Legion Beaufort Post 9 is striving to promote both patriotism and businesses in the Beaufort area by calling attention to those that proudly display the U.S. flag. Here, Michael McElveen and Brenda Colwell, of Collins Pest Control, are presented with a framed certificate from Post Commander Chuck Lurey.

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The Beaufort Regional Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the grand opening of Nevermore Books at 702 Craven St. in Beaufort.

Nevermore Books' previous location was damaged during Hurricane Matthew.

The book store's sign contains an image of a raven so now customers can "look for the raven on Craven (Street)."

Nevermore Books is a locally owned and operated book store specializing in fiction with a large selection of first editions and signed first editions. The store also features art and photography books, biographies and children's books.

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TD foundation donates funds for disaster relief The TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm of TD Bank, recently donated $25,000 to the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry as part of its commitment to giving back to the community.

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With this change, more clients will be pushed toward fee-based accounts.

But for some advisers, fee-based accounts won’t make economic sense for lower balance accounts, and some are expected to drop undersized retirement accounts going forward.

Don’t be surprised to see advisers suggest that some clients find more “suitable” options or increase the minimum size of client accounts.

Small businesses offering their employees retirement plans will most likely have to pay higher fees and restrict product offerings to deal with the additional cost of compliance, which in turn may fuel the move to push retirement participants into automated advice plans.

Some believe over time larger institutions will consolidate and the model for investment advice for the bottom 90 percent will end up with a 1-800 number with a voice recognition menu that doesn’t work to a person overseas with minimum training and experience and a website with fill-in-the-blanks software much similar to some present-day company business models.

Many believe the push to lower costs may cause much damage and not benefit the bottom 90 percent. Instead, the masses will over time be relegated to the automated solutions that will provide a “one solution for all” approach.

History has shown a one solution for all is not the best solution. This may result in the greater concentration of wealth.

At Port Wren Capital, they will continue to conduct investment research the old-fashioned and proven way following Ben Graham’s value investment strategies going back over 80 years.

Using value methods work, as an example, they found an undervalued financial services sector company about 16 months ago and sold it for an 84.74 percent gain.

Remember this saying: “If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.”

Michael Osteen, MBA, is chief investment strategist with Port Wren Capital LLC, serving the greater Beaufort County area. Email him at michael@portwrencapital.com. Port Wren Capital LLC is a boutique value investment security research company that specializes in uncovering undervalued companies with strong long-term potential for people who want to maximize their investment profits. For additional information, visit www.portwrencapital.com.

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With the end of the year just around the corner, most folks are thinking about Christmas, family get-togethers or office parties, while others may be trying to figure out why they are paying high fees on 401(k) or IRA statements.

In April, the Labor Department passed a new law, referred to as the “Conflict of Interest,” that is aimed at stopping what the government claims are exorbitant financial adviser fees estimated to total $17 billion per year.

Yes, you read that correctly: That is $17 billion each year in exorbitant fees.

The intent of the new law is to stop financial advisers from putting their own interest of earning high commissions and fees over their clients’ interest in obtaining the best investments at the lowest prices.

The law now requires all financial advisers to recommend what is in the best interest of the clients when it comes to 401(k)s, IRAs or other qualified monies saved for retirement.

This essentially removes the conflict of interest concern that exists in some aspects in the industry.

In a recent survey, about 46 percent of Americans mistakenly thought that all financial advisers were already required to place their client’s interests first when it comes to retirement advice.

The law is scheduled to be fully implemented in January 2018.

This is sure to impact how many financial advisers are paid. The law does not prohibit charging commissions or revenue sharing.

However, it is more than likely to put a major dent in the commission side of the business.

For example, the sales of high commission variable annuities and indexed annuities products in qualified accounts will be impacted along with other high-fee products.

Mutual fund companies have already begun to move away from mutual funds with loads and higher-fund expenses. Expect more accounts moving into ETFs whether they are actively managed or passive automated advisers.

Advisers and brokers may see that their cash cows have essentially been taken away under this new law.

The thousands of brokerage, advisory and insurance firms that provide advice will have to adjust their operations to comply with the new law that deals with the $25 trillion retirements services market.

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FROM THE FRONT

Area Christmas events spread the joy Santa Claus visited the children of deployed military personnel from the Marine Corps Air Station recently, cheering up the little ones who had the time of their lives.

Santa Claus (supported by hundreds of Dataw Island “elves”) also hosted a Lunch with Santa and a Toy Extravaganza.

The children and accompanying adults were also treated to a kid-friendly complimentary lunch in the Carolina Ballroom of the Dataw Island Club.

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All of the children at the Dataw Island event were invited to pick out a toy. Photo courtesy of Dataw Island.

dren visited with Santa for photos. The highlight for the

children was choosing a toy.

After the event, excess toys

were to be packed up and sent to the MCAS Beaufort Toys for Tots campaign. “ This is a long-standing tradition at Dataw Island,” said Ted Bartlett, Dataw Island general manager. “We are very proud of our members who are taking part in the recent Santa Claus Open Day and helping to provide Christmas toys for the children of Beaufort-area armed service personnel. Hosting charity outings such as this is a positive way to help the community and to assist those who are sacrificing for our freedoms.”

DOWNTOWN BEAUFORT LIGHTS UP

Once again, Beaufort’s Christmas events were spectacular.

Each year, the historic downtown hosts thousands of locals and visitors to take part in the festivities.

Events included A Night on the Town, where local businesses kept

their doors open late for shoppers and the streets were filled with live entertainment on Friday night; A Gullah Kinfolk Christmas, a musical celebrating the Gullah culture; Light Up The Night, which is Beaufort’s annual boat parade along Henry C. Cham-

bers Waterfront Park on Saturday night; and the Downtown Beaufort Christmas Parade on Sunday afternoon, which was filled with families as bands, churches, the Pirettes, fire trucks, and local clubs and organizations celebrated the holiday season.

All photos by Captured Moments Photography

Conrad Meier, pastor of Praise Assembly on Parris Island Gateway, gets busy with a chainsaw as he and other member of the church cut apart one of two trees that fell on the church during Hurricane Matthew. Photo

by Bob Sofaly.

Matthew from page A1

Applicants who improve their property to protect it and its occupants from future damage caused by a similar disaster may be eligible for an up to 20 percent increase in their loan amount.

Register online at DisasterAssistance.gov or by phone at 800-621-3362. The toll-free lines are open from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. seven days a week until further notice.

Additionally, economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDL) from the SBA are available to small businesses and private nonprofits to assist with working capital needs as a direct result of the disaster. SBA funds are also available to non-business owners.

The last day to apply for an EIDL loan from the SBA is Wednesday, July 12, 2017.

The SBA can help businesses of all sizes and private nonprofits with up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged real estate and other business assets.

The SBA encourages survivors not to wait on an insurance settlement before submitting an SBA disaster loan application. The loan balance will be reduced by the insurance settlement when it comes through since, by law, SBA cannot duplicate insurance settlements or other benefits.

FEMA encourages survivors to register now with FEMA even if they have insurance.

FEMA will not duplicate insurance benefits, but may be able to assist with uninsured or under-insured losses.

Flood insurance policyholders who have questions about their flood insurance policy and coverage should call the National Flood Insurance Program at 800-621-3362 (Option 2) between 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

After registering for disaster assistance, residents with questions are encouraged to call the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362.

Residents are also encouraged to visit www.beaufortcountydisasterrecovery.net.

BY THE NUMBERS • $111 million: Estimated damage from Hurricane Matthew ($34 million in Beaufort County excluding Hilton Head, $77 million on Hilton Head) • 90 percent: The amount of debris removed from Beaufort County (not including gated communities) • 23,003: Cubic yard of vegetative debris removed • 58,301: Number of hanging limbs removed • 2,613: Number of leaning trees removed

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from page A1 “As the holidays arrive, we are reminded how important it is to be a contributing member of our communities,” said owner Rebecca Smith. “We are happy to be a donation location for the wonderful Toys for Tots Foundation, and hope to see our community members all participating in collecting toys for the children of the Lowcountry.”

Recommendations for teens and preteens include sporting equipment, toiletries, board games, books, hand-held electronics and similar items.

The last day to donate is Saturday, Dec. 17.

Additionally, United Way of the Lowcountry is partnering with Toys for Tots, The Salvation Army, Love House Ministries, Bluffton Self Help, the Deep Well

HOW TO HELP

For a full list of toy and gift dropoff locations throughout Beaufort County, visit toysfortots.org and click on “Donate a Toy.”

HOW TO GET HELP Those needing Christmas assistance this holiday season should register at one of the following locations (children are not allowed at sign-up for toy distribution).

• Love House Ministries: 423C Parris Island Gateway, 843-525-1043. Registration will be held from 12:30-5 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday through Dec. 22.

• Bluffton Self Help: 39 Sheridan Park Circle, Bluffton, 843-757-8000. Registration is being held through Thursday, Dec. 8.

• Agape Family Life Center: 5855 South Okatie Highway, 843-784-6008. Registration is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Thursday, Dec. 8.

Project and others to provide Christmas assistance to those in need through Operation Holiday Heroes.

Operation Holiday Heroes is a countywide collaboration to ensure that every

child and family in need throughout Beaufort and Jasper counties has toys and food for Christmas.

Last year, Operation Holiday Heroes provided Christmas gifts and meals to 1,488 families throughout Beaufort and Jasper Counties, including 3,200 children.

This year, United Way of the Lowcountry anticipates those numbers will be much higher as many working families are still struggling to make ends meet due to the impacts of Hurricane Matthew.

Donate toys by dropping them off at one of the many Toys for Tots boxes throughout Beaufort and Jasper counties.

Monetary donations to Operation Holiday Heroes can be made to Operation Holiday Heroes.

Send checks to United Way of the Lowcountry, P.O. Box 202, Beaufort, SC 29901 or drop off at United Way of the Lowcountry (Beaufort Office), located at 1277 Ribaut Road.

According to FEMA, more than 6,100 Beaufort County residents registered for disaster relief assistance as a result of Hurricane Matthew, but donations and volunteers are still needed.

Beaufort County Disaster Recovery officials have organized two donation drop-off sites, open Monday-Friday at the following locations and times: • Burton Wells Recreation Center, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday-Wednesday • Hilton Head Island Town Hall, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday The following items will be accepted on site: clothing (shoes, coats, blankets); canned goods and shelf-stable dry goods; baby items (diapers, clothing, baby food); and unwrapped toys for Christmas.

Monetary donations can be made through the United Way of the Lowcountry. This fund is used to support nonprofit organizations providing relief and recovery assistance to disaster victims.

To make a monetary donation, visit www. uwlowcountry.org and click the heart located at the top right corner of the webpage.

Beaufort County is currently seeking volunteer tree service providers and contractors with crane capabilities. To volunteer your services, contact the United Way of the Lowcountry at volunteer@uwlowcountry.org or call 843-580-8636.

Residents are also encouraged to volunteer within their own networks, such as a church or civic group. If you are not affiliated with a group, register at www.volunteerSC.org for a list of volunteer opportunities.

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VOICES

Christmas is coming fast ... for adults, not children!

Have you ever heard a child say, “Christmas is never going to get here!” Or maybe you remember saying it yourself when you were little?

It seems like an eternity for them, that time between Thanksgiving and Christmas when the hours drag. They mark up their calendars anxiously waiting for Santa to arrive.

Oh, to have those days again!

For most of us adults, the days seem to be flying.

We have so many things to do within the same time frame and yet there are not enough hours in the day to accomplish everything.

Now what?

HIGHLIGHTING DAILY OBSERVATIONS

Lee Scott, a writer and recent retiree, shares her everyday observations about life after career. A former commercial banker responsible for helping clients reach business objectives, Scott now translates those analytical skills to her writings. She lives on St. Helena Island with her husband and two cocker spaniels.

There are gift exchanges, church events, relatives visiting, cookies to make and houses to decorate.

I find myself waking up early in my bed with my mind going a mile a minute: "I have so much to do!"

On top of that, we are inundated with ads for Black Friday and

Cyber Monday urging us to shop because there are only “so many days” until Christmas. Another reminder that we are running out of time.

On the other hand, young children have much less to do. They go to school, eat, sleep and yearn for Christmas morning. There

are so many empty hours in their days. Wouldn’t it be nice to have a “time bank” where you could withdraw their empty hours and use them to your advantage?

Well, I knew a mother of eight, named Claire, who figured out how to make the days go faster for the kids and slow it down for her. She put the kids to work, a concept I relish.

She had the older ones decorating Christmas cookies and addressing Christmas cards. The younger ones were given construction paper, scissors, glue and magazines and told to make ornaments for the tree.

She also had them make some of their own personal Christmas cards and hunt for holly and pine cones in the yard for decorations.

It allowed her some “extra” time in her day to accomplish the things that needed to be done.

The other positive outcome of this approach was that the kids were more vested in the holiday.

So, figure a way to “borrow time” from someone and get more hours into your day. It may ease the stress.

And if Claire were here, she would remind you to enjoy the season. Thanks, mom. Good advice.

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Amy Achurch says working out regularly has given her more energy and decreased her stress level.

GAINING STRENGTH

Personal trainer helps guide woman through health journey

By Aileen Goldstein The time nestled in between holidays at the end of the year can be a stressful, busy time for many people. Juggling shopping, cooking, parties and other events leave little time to focus on fitness goals.

Add indulgent foods and an abundance of sweets to the mix and the month becomes healthy habit nightmare.

Beaufort County resident, mother and busy Realtor, Amy Achurch, realized two years ago she needed to change her ways and focus on own health. Achurch began to notice how low her energy levels were, how physically weak she had become and how frequently she experienced mood swings.

She knew she needed to change her habits and improve her health.

The family was already member of the Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort County.

“When we moved here, we got a Y membership and I went to a couple of classes, but I just don’t have the willpower and stopped going,” Achurch explained.

Her husband suggested she hire a personal trainer at the Y to help her reach her goals.

Achurch took the advice and soon met with Maxine Langford, a personal trainer at the Y. In the beginning, she met with Langford three times a week.

Achurch admits feeling frustrated in the beginning because she did not see the immediate results she expected. But after a slow start, Achurch eventually started to notice changes in endurance, strength and weight and she was hooked.

“She helped get me in shape, but she also taught me about nutrition and healthy eating habits, which I never paid attention to. I finally made the connection,” said Achurch.

Her workouts include cardio work, strength training and core work.

“Maxine taught me the importance of

5 WAYS TO STAY HEALTHY OVER THE HOLIDAYS 1. Shop well for yourself: Stock your kitchen with healthy choices for you and the family so you will have less temptation to make a bad food choice.

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Amy Achurch gets help working out from personal trainer Maxine Langford at the Wardle Family YMCA in Port Royal. Photos courtesy of Wardle Family YMCA of Beaufort County

mixing it up. I will admit, when I first started, I thought I just needed to run on the treadmill for 30 minutes,” she said.

Langford helped Achurch realize that repeating one type of exercise over and over is not going to provide the results she was looking for. Achurch discovered the core workouts are her favorite and she thinks it provides the best overall workout.

Her personal trainer also helped Achurch become more familiar with the gym and the equipment, often an intimidating setting for beginners. Langford guided her in using the equipment safely and protect from injury.

Now, two years later, Achurch and Langford still meet once a week for a training session. In addition to the weekly sessions, Achurch visits the gym a couple times a week on her own.

Achurch said the accountability of the

weekly training appointments with Langford keeps her motivated.

“It is always in the back of my mind that I’m paying for this on top of a gym membership. It is an extra expense, but it’s what worked for me, so it is worth it to me,” she said.

Aside from exercising at the gym, Achurch’s other biggest change in lifestyle is portion control. Although she has not eliminated any foods from her diet and doesn’t count calories, she has realized the importance of portion control in a healthy regiment. She jokes that she still eats the ice cream, she just eats a smaller portion of ice cream now.

She also believes it was the right time for her to focus on her health. She had a better grasp of her strengths and weaknesses and what would work the best for her than she would have at a younger age.

glasses of water per day.

5. Reduce your holiday stress: Stress can lead to many health problems so don't let over eating be one. Focus on the joy and fun of the season and if you feel overwhelmed and stressed, go for a walk, jog, run or hit the gym. Exercise and fresh air - it's the best stress reducer out there!

“I feel like at age 40, I am in the best shape I have been my whole life overall, not just weight or muscle. I feel like I’m the healthiest I’ve ever been from a physical standpoint,” she said proudly.

Achurch has gained strength and increased her energy levels significantly since beginning two years ago and she has no plans to quit now.

To learn more about YMCA memberships and programs, visit ymcabeaufortcounty.com.

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Funds support Child Find Expansion Program More than 1,000 Beaufort County children are expected to receive developmental screenings and needed educational intervention to prepare them for kindergarten, thanks to $77,500 in additional funding from The Learning Center Fund of Coastal Community Foundation.

The screenings will be conducted by the Child Find Expansion Program, which offers comprehensive vision, hearing, speech and developmental screenings each month at Beaufort Elementary, Michael C. Riley Early Childhood Center and Hilton Head Island Early Childhood Center, for children ages 2½ to 6.

The Child Find team consists of a registered nurse, a speech therapist

and early childhood professionals.

Additional funding from The Learning Center has allowed the program to hire an additional parttime early childhood professional to work directly with families in need of follow-up services and formal education for their children.

Follow-up services include additional referrals, home visits and parenting/child advocacy.

“Since 2013, we’ve been able to screen an additional 852 children and identified 226 children with suspected developmental delays,” said Ashley Hutchison, coordinator of early childhood education for the school district. “The Learning Center’s support makes it possible to get more children on track

for early success in school.”

During the past four years, the Child Find Expansion Program has received a total of $247,000 from the Learning Center Fund of Coastal Community Foundation.

“It is a great privilege to assist in the journey toward providing quality education for children in this county, particularly children who learn differently,” said Learning Center Board Chairman Malcolm Goodrich.

A comprehensive media campaign has been successful in recruiting children from public, private and parochial schools, child care centers, family day care homes and Head Start. The Child Find

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“Children come to us as lifelong learners and our job as a community is to nurture and continue their innate desire to learn,” said Learning Center board member Charles Kresch. “Through The Learning Center Fund, we try to allow children to succeed to their highest potential.”

Child Find Expansion was designed to provide insight into the

SCHOOL BRIEFS Snow graduates from Kent State University

Thomas Snow, of Beaufort, graduated from Kent State University in Ohio with a Master of Digital Sciences from the School of Digital Sciences.

Snow is among over 1,600 students who received bachelor's, master's, doctoral, associate and educational specialist degrees during Kent State's 2016 Summer Commencement ceremony.

The university congratulates the Class of 2016 and welcomes them into its illustrious family of more than 227,000 alumni worldwide.

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early intervention needs in Beaufort County.

The Child Find data collection system developed by the district has the ability to track children throughout their educational careers and can be utilized in determining the percentage of children who are considered “ready to learn” upon entering the first grade.

“Identifying the specific individualized needs of our youngest learners should continue to be a priority for all stakeholders in our community,” Hutchison said.

For more information about the Child Find Expansion Program, contact Coordinator of Early Childhood Education Ashley Hutchison at 843-521-2399.

Registration open for paralegal prep test The Technical College of the Lowcountry is now offering a course to prepare

new and experienced paralegals for the Certified Paralegal Exam.

“This certification will give paralegals a competitive edge in finding and retaining employment,” program director Laura Dukes said.

The South Carolina Supreme Court recently approved Rule 429, SCACR, which recognizes the voluntary “Certified Paralegal.” As such, TCL’s new course is specifically designed to help new and practicing paralegals prepare for this certification.

The review course, LEG 270-10, will begin in January at the Beaufort campus.

For more information or to enroll, please contact TCL Admissions at 843525-8207 or visit the Beaufort or New River campus.

For more information about the Certified Paralegal Exam, visit www.nala.org and click on “Certification.”

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100 BOOK CLUB

STUDENT OF THE WEEK

Isaac Anaya

Grade: 5 • M.C. Riley Elementary The Student of the Week is Isaac Anaya, a fifth-grader at M.C. Riley Elementary School. He was nominated because he received a maximum score on SC READY in math. Isaac took some time recently to answer some questions.

The Beaufort Academy students, above. were recognized at the Lower School Assembly for reaching their library's goal of reading 100 books and becoming the first members of the 100 Book Club. They are Trip Nellen, Sellers Lynn, Sam Schools, Grace Simmons, Elsa Billig, Aidan Wilson, Amelia Mitchell, Langdon Taylor, Caroline Schools and Caitlin Roberts. All students have until May to reach their goal of 100 books or more. The top reader will be awarded in May.

THE NEXT CHAPTER

Upsilon Delta Chapter at the University of South Carolina-Beaufort in Beaufort was recently welcomed by the South Atlantic Region as one of its newest undergraduate chapters and the 1000th chapter to be chartered into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. International President Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, Regional Director Sharon Brown Harriott and Victoria Simpson, undergraduate member at large, along with the sponsoring graduate chapter, Nu Delta Omega, celebrated this historic event with the chapter's 12 new members. The chartering took place at the Sonesta Resort in Hilton Head Island. The South Atlantic Region now has a total of 168 chapters.

M. C. Riley’s Character Education Student of the Month for November was Jon David Goss. Each grade level nominates its top representative and a school wide representative is selected. The character trait for the month of November was “Gratitude.”

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AROUND TOWN A PREVIEW OF THE MET LIVE

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By Alan Schuster For an opera that is only 16 years old, “L'Amour de Loin” (Love from Afar) has made quite an initial impression. So much so that the Metropolitan Opera has joined with the Opera de Quebec in a joint production of Finnish composer Kaija Saariaho's “hypnotic” work. It marks the first Met staging by a woman in more than 100 years.

In August, 2000, the New York Times’ Anthony Tommasini attended its world premiere at the Salzburg Festival, calling it “a haunting and resonant work ... often transfixing and utterly distinguished.”

The opera will be performed live at 12:55 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at the USCB Center for the Arts.

The opera’s acts are as follows: ACT I Aquitaine, 12th century: Jaufre Rudel, Prince of Blaye, yearns for a distant love but is convinced he will never find it. A Pilgrim from overseas asserts that the woman he seeks does exist. Jaufre can no longer think of anything but her.

ACT II Back in the East, the Pilgrim meets the Countess of Tripoli and tells her that a prince-troubador celebrates her in his songs as his “love from afar.” Offended at first, she later begins to dream of this strange and distant lover.

ACT III When the Pilgrim tells Jaufre that the lady now knows of him, Jaufre resolves to visit her in person. Clemence, for her part, seems to prefer that their relationship remain distant.

Intermission ACT IV Having embarked across the sea, Jaufre is impatient to find his “love from afar,” but also dreads their meeting. His anguish is such that he falls ill and arrives in Tripoli dying.

ACT V Jaufre is carried before Clemence unconscious, but in her presence revives little by little. The two lovers throw caution to the winds and declare their passion.

When Jaufre dies in her arms, Clemence

Susanna Phillips portrays Clémence in Kaija Saariaho's "L'Amour de Loin." Photo

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rails against Heaven, then blames herself and decides to enter a convent. Her last words are ambiguous and we do not know to whom she prays – her distant God, or her “love from afar.”

The scoring of the opera – which is structured in five continuous acts lasting two hours – consists of an orchestra with 80 players, a chorus and only three soloists. Soprano Susanna Phillips sings the role of Clemence; mezzo-soprano Tamara Mumford is the Pilgrim; and the “always riveting” bass-baritone Eric Owens performs the role of Jaufre. Finnish conductor Susanna Malkki is making her Met debut on the podium.

Director Robert Lepage has designed a remarkable machine for this production.

The main part is made of garlands of lights in tight, parallel rows across the stage. This creates the illusion of a surface receding to the horizon, a sea that can sit calm, or one that can approach like a tsunami wave.

Tickets for all operas are now available.

All seats are general admission: adults, $20; OLLI members, $18; students, $10.

Order online at www.centerforthearts. com or by calling 843-521-4145. The box office opens at noon.

Model trains will be on display at Beaufort library The Beaufort Railroaders Model Train Club will present its 24th annual Christmas Train Show at the Beaufort library at 311 Scott St. from Tuesday, Dec. 13, through Saturday, Dec. 17.

The free exhibit will feature several different scales of model and toy train layouts, large and small, some with realistic themes and some pretty fanciful.

The train show is a Christmas tradition, and has been enjoyed over the years by thousands who appreciate detailed modeling, action, lights, color, fun and nostalgia.

Visit www.beaufortcountylibrary.org/trains for more information.

TOUCH-A-TRUCK Robert Ferguson, 5, left, and his pal Jack Kaylor, 4, throw their toy cars up the chute of a Lowcountry Concrete truck then watch them slide down during the Touch-ATruck recently in Port Royal.

The inaugural fundraising event was the first of its kind for the Junior Service League of Beaufort. The event also had fire trucks and police cars, which drew large crowds of children wanting to turn on the sirens. Photo by Bob Sofaly.

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Church unveils artistic Nativity celebration It is the time of year to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas and the Presbyterian Women of First Presbyterian Church of Beaufort invite everyone to participate in their annual presentation of "A Nativity Celebration.”

After visiting the Crèche Festival held at Mepkin Abbey in Moncks Corner, the group became inspired to give a similar gift to the local community.

For the sixth year they will be transforming the fellowship hall and sharing beautifully displayed nativities from around the world, and even by some by local artists, collected by members and friends.

Each year the display has grown, with last year having 105 different nativities made of various materials from the finest porcelain to banana leaves. They come in all sizes and shapes, some so small they fix in a match box.

There is even a “Please Touch” table for children.

Admission is free and the fellowship hall is handicap accessible.

The display will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 9, and Saturday, Dec. 10; and from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 11, in the Fellowship Hall of First Presbyterian Church at the corner of Church and North streets in Beaufort.

Grave marking held for Revolutionary martyr On Veterans Day, Beaufort's Gov. Paul Hamilton Chapter Sons of the American Revolution (SAR) performed a Bronze Patriot Grave Marking Service for South Carolina martyr, Col. Isaac Hayne.

Chapter President Claude Dinkins led the service, which was attended by over 40 attendees. The guest speaker, South Carolina SAR Society President Wayne Cousar, provided history on Hayne to the attendees.

Compatriot Maj. John Simpson dedicated the bronze marker and eight wreaths were placed at the grave by national heritage societies including SAR Hamilton Chapter Registrar Tom Wilson, Charleston's Maj. Gen. William Moultrie Chapter members Edd Richburg and Ken Stock, and Dave Dubose of the Moncks Corner Hezekiah Maham Chapter.

Barbara Wood presented for the Beaufort Thomas Heyward, JR. DAR Chapter along with Hayne descendant Lille "Greg" Layden of the Columbia DAR Chapter.

Anita Henson represented the Dr. Henry Woodward Colonial Dames XVII Century Chapter of Beaufort, and Ivan Bennett of Hilton Head, president of the South Carolina General Society Sons of the Revolution, presented for his state society.

At the beginning of the War of Independence

The color guard, from left, are Charles Bridges, Tom Wilson, Jack Jackson, Frank Wood and Dana Cheney. Photo by Jody Henson.

Isaac Hayne was commissioned a captain of artillery, and at the same time a state senator.

In 1780, on the invasion of the state by the British, he served in a cavalry regiment during the final siege of Charleston and was captured. He was later paroled on condition that he would not serve against the British while

they held possession of the city.

After successes of the patriot army, Hayne was summoned to join the royal army immediately. This being in violation of the agreement that had been made, he considered that this released him from all his obligations to the British.

ROTARY SUPPORTS WREATHS ACROSS AMERICA Rotary Club of Beaufort President Willie Mack Stansell, left, presents Suzi Oliver, presidentelect, with a check supporting Wreaths Across America, which will be held on Saturday, Dec. 17, at the Beaufort National Cemetery. Each December on Wreaths Across America Day, there are wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as at over 1,100 additional locations in all 50 U.S. states, at sea and abroad. Photo by Lisa Harrington, Rotary Club of Beaufort.

He went to the American camp, and was commissioned colonel of a militia company.

Hayne later commanded an American rebel raid which captured Brigadier General Andrew Williamson, an American Loyalist.

Col. Nisbet Balfour, the British commander in Charleston during the 1781 siege of Charlestown, fearing that Williamson would be hanged as a traitor, sent a column to intercept the raiding party. The interception was successful, resulting in the capture of Hayne.

Although a prisoner of war, Col. Hayne was sentenced to death by hanging by the British, because in the opinion of the British court martial, he had broken his earlier parole not to take up arms against the crown.

On Aug. 4, 1781, his sentence was carried out and he became a martyr to many South Carolinians as one of the most prominent Americans to be executed by the British during the American War of Independence.

The patriot grave marking event was highlighted in the end by the firing of Gov. Paul Hamilton Chapter compatriot Joe Harden’s field howitzer several times in honor of Hayne.

The gun crew consisted of color guardsman Charles Bridges, Dana Chaney and Jack Jackson, each appearing in militia and/or military uniform.

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SPORTS GIRLS' HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Eagles finish 2-1 in Preseason Classic

The Beaufort High girls' basketball team won two of three games in the Military Magnet Preseason Classic Nov. 21-23.

Beaufort High notched a win in its season opener, defeating Academic Magnet 37-33 in the Military Magnet Preseason Classic on Nov. 21.

Cane Bay prevented Beaufort High from a win during its second game, just barely beating the Eagles 45-38 on Nov. 22.

But Beaufort High returned victorious on Nov. 23, rolling past Garrett Academy with a commanding 48-11.

Beaufort High edges Battery Creek

Host Beaufort High held on to beat longtime rival Battery Creek 60-57 in an early-season girls' high school basketball game on Dec. 4.

With the win, Beaufort High improved to 3-2.

Naijuia Moyd led Beaufort High to the victory. Moyd drained three 3-pointers, scoring a game-high 24 points.

Imari Smalls accompanied Moyd in double figures, posting 17 points for the Eagles, while teammate Taquasha Lampkin hauled in 12 rebounds.

For Battery Creek, Brianna Tolbert led the Dolphins with a double-double, scoring 21 points and pulling down a game-high 10 rebounds. Accompanying her teammate in double figures, Gigi Forehand added a double-double of her own, scoring 16 points and grabbing 10 rebounds.

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL

Bluffton falls in playoffs Visiting BrooklandCayce battled back to beat Bluffton 14-7 in the Class 2A playoffs on Dec. 2.

With the loss, Bluffton ended its season 12-1 and fell one game short of advancing to the Lower State final.

Cory McKie scored Bluffton's only touchdown when he hauled in a 62yard scoring reception from Jermaine Patterson in the first quarter.

The versatile Patterson delivered offensively for the Bobcats, passing for 112 yards and rushing for 82 yards.

Bluffton outgained Brookland-Cayce 260-210 despite the loss.

The Bobcats led 7-0 at halftime but couldn't remain in front after intermission.

Brookland-Cayce reached the end zone on a pair of rushing touchdowns in the second half by Rasheed Taylor.

Bluffton cornerback Devon Chisolm was injured in the second half and left the game in an ambulance.

During the regular season, Bluffton averaged 51.1 points per game and the offensive-heavy team had

scored more than 600 points throughout the season.

The Bobcats, under the direction of head coach Ken Cribb, compiled a perfect regular season record with wins over Screven County (Ga.) May River, Beaufort High, New Hampstead, Hilton Head, Whale Branch, Ridgeland/ Hardeeville, Battery Creek and Wade Hampton. Bluffton beat May River twice during the regular season.

The Bobcats rolled past Swansea 56-6 in the first round of the Class 3A playoffs on Nov. 18 then edged Lake City 41-39 on Nov. 25.

Beaufort Academy beats Bible Baptist

Two Beaufort Academy players reached double figures as the Eagles pulled away to beat rival Bible Baptist 44-27 in a girls' high school basketball game.

Carolina Strukarova paced Beaufort Academy with a game-high 12 points while Emily Ann Heirs posted 11 points for the tem. Becca Frelin and Kendal Duncan posted 8 points apiece, and Amelia Huebel added five points to contribute to the early-season victory.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

HHCA defeats Palmetto Christian

The Hilton Head Christian Academy Lady Eagles remained in the win column, topping Palmetto Christian 59-34 in a girls' high school basketball game on Dec. 3.

With the win, Hilton Head Christian Academy moved to 5-0.

The team executed well offensively and delivered a strong defensive effort to earn the early-season victory over rival Palmetto Christian. Brielle McCarthy shot a gamehigh 24 points, while Macee Tamminen tossed in 23 points, and Jossie Frazier contributed 10 points for the Lady Eagles.

Hilton Head Christian Academy set the tone early, outscoring Palmetto Christian 28-5 in the first quarter.

Battery Creek beats Savannah

Battery Creek rolled past host Savannah in an early-season girls' high school basketball game, winning 65-34 on Dec. 3.

Taquasha Lampkin led Battery Creek with a double-double, scoring 12 points and pulling down 17 rebounds. Also for the Dolphins, Kevea Sanders netted 11 points and Jayden Thompson tossed in 10 points for the victory.

Other scorers for Battery Creek were Dasani Dilbert (seven points), Brianna Tolbert (six points), Daje Bartley (five points), Coresha Rutledge (five points), Kendriana Shojgreen (four points) and Gari Forehand (two points). Shojgreen also had five rebounds.

BOYS' HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL

Beaufort Academy beats King's Academy in OT

Beaufort Academy managed to edge The King's Academy in the opening game of the Titan Classic. The Eagles outlasted The King's Academy 68-66 in overtime on Dec. 2.

Beaufort Academy and The King's Academy battled throughout the contest.

Chase Porter, an accurate shooter for The King's Academy, drained a 3-pointer to send the game into an extra period. The Eagles from Beaufort Academy had an opportunity to win the early-season contest in regulation but couldn't connect on a shot.

Beaufort Academy featured three scorers in double figures. Jalen Moon led Beaufort Academy with a game-high 17 points. Kevin Williams scored 15 points and Dawson Coleman contributed 14 points and a game-high 22 rebounds for the Eagles.

Williams and Coleman dominated in overtime, combining for 12 points. Beaufort Academy battled back to win after The King's Academy owned a five-point lead in the extra period.

With the win, Beaufort Academy moved to 2-0.

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Dana Delaney of Beaufort intercepts a pass at the Dec. 3 Citadel football game.

Delaney lands 2 interceptions The 6th-ranked Citadel football team fell to No. 19 Wofford on Dec. 3 at Johnson Hagood Stadium in the second round of the FCS Playoffs.

The Citadel (10-2) started the game with the ball and drove 81 yards down the field before Cody Clark made a 24-yard field goal and put the Bulldogs up 3-0. The Citadel had a chance to score a touchdown but a false start penalty on 3rd-and-1 forced them to go to the air on 3rd-and-6 and they were unable to convert.

Wofford (10-3) started the second quarter at their own 49-yard line and drove down to the Bulldogs' 34-yard line but a chop block penalty moved them back to their 49-yard line. Forced to pass, Wofford tried a trick play before airing it out but Whale Branch High School graduate Dee Delaney was there to pick the pass off and return it 19 yards.

On the first play of the drive, Dominique Allen threw it down field but Wofford intercepted the pass and returned it 21 yards.

On the Terriers' first play of their drive, quarterback Brandon Goodson tried to pass but Delaney was there again to pick the pass off as the two triple-option offenses combined to throw interceptions on three straight plays.

Unable to get anything going on the drive, the Bulldogs were forced to settle for a 44-yard field goal attempt but the kick sailed wide left

and the score remained 3-0, which was the Bulldogs' lead going into halftime.

Wofford got on the board in the third quarter with a 46-yard field goal to tie the game at 3-3. With 10:28 remaining in the fourth quarter, the Terriers broke free for a 36-yard touchdown to make the score 10-3.

The Citadel had another chance to score but a delay of game penalty on second down and false start penalty on fourth down pushed the Bulldogs back to the 20-yard line where Clark attempted his fourth field goal of the day. The ball hit the right upright and bounced back and Wofford's lead remained 10-3.

With 2:12 left in the game Wofford lined up for another field goal but missed it, giving the Bulldogs the ball at their own 29-yard line. On the ensuing drive the Bulldogs were forced to go to the air and on the 10th play of the drive, Wofford picked the ball off and returned it for a touchdown to seal the 17-3 win.

With Delaney's two interceptions, he moved into a tie for second on the Bulldogs' all-time career interceptions list with 13 and into a tie for third on the team's single-season interceptions list with six.

The Citadel concludes one of the best seasons in school history having earned consecutive conference titles and made back-to-back playoff appearances for the first time.

WHAT TO DO Anchorage home to be topic of program

Travel back in time and learn about the history of the Anchorage, one of Beaufort’s most acclaimed historic homes, at a lecture presented by the Beaufort History Museum and the Beaufort Public Library. The free event will take place from 1-3:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 8, at the Beaufort library with Beverly Eggert telling about the five generations of Elliotts associated with it prior to and following the Civil War. Register online at www.beauforthistorymuseum.com to ensure admission.

Christmas concert to be held at Mt. Sinai

The Fellowship Concert Choir will present its annual free Christmas concert with familiar spirituals with a new twist and some other surprises on Saturday, Dec. 10. at 5 p.m. at Mt. Sinai Baptist Church at 2002 Greene St. in Beaufort. For more information, call 843-812-6111.

Church service has carols, choirs, organs

The Parish Church of St. Helena invites the Beaufort community to a Festival of Advent Lessons and Carols at 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10. The service will be held in the historic church at 505 Church St., and will feature the choirs and organs of St. Helena's. The Festival of Advent Lessons and Carols is a service of Scripture and song that dates to the late 19th century.

For more information, contact John Stender at 843-522-1712 or jstender@sthelenas1712.org.

Festival to benefit elementary school

Friends of Shanklin, a nonprofit organization, invites the community to the “Light Up the Night Family Festival” on Friday, Dec. 9 at the Habersham Marketplace, 13 Market St., in Beaufort. Events start at 5 p.m. and include a free trolley tour of Habersham, which will be glowing with lit luminaria; ornament painting; letter writing to Santa; a performance by the Shanklin Elementary Choir and more. Proceeds will to help build a positive learning environment at the school. Visit www.FOShanklin.org.

Santa to greet kids at farmers market This holiday season Smile for Santa, a new event sponsored by The Beaufort Garden Club, will take two photos of kids and pets with Santa Claus during the first three Saturdays in December at the Gazebo at the Port Royal Farmers Market from 9 a.m. to noon. The holiday photos will then be emailed.

Suggested donation is $5, cash only.

Gifts made by local artisans are for sale

The Starving Artist Market near the Port Royal Farmers Market is offering one-of-a-kind gifts for the

Christmas and holiday season. The market features local artists who meet from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays to sell their wares on Paris Avenue in Port Royal. Shoppers can find paintings, painting on wood, jewelry, glass art, photography, pottery, Christmas items and more.

Event to celebrate first responders A Welcome Home Celebration will be held to honor the Hurricane Matthew first responders from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 10, at Shelter Cove Park on Hilton Head Island. Local town officials will be honored as well as fire and rescue departments, police and sheriff ’s departments, the State Highway Patrol, utility companies, hospitals and all other first responders. There will be live music and an ice skating rink set up under the pavilion.

This event is free and there will be food and beverages available for purchase as well as T-shirts with proceeds going to the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry’s Disaster Relief Fund for victims of the storm.

Library offers help with health care

The St. Helena library will hold Affordable Healthcare Sign Up from noon to 5 p.m. Monday, Dec. 12. The library is at 6355 Jonathan Francis Sr. Road, St. Helena Island.

Concert recognizes Sinatra’s birthday

Landau Eugene Murphy Jr. will celebrate Frank Sinatra on his 101st birthday by performing Ole’ Blue Eyes’ biggest hits and audience favorite Christmas classics when he brings the 2016 Home for the Holidays Tour to Sun City Hilton Head for two shows.

Murphy, who won "America’s Got Talent," will be joined by special guest Maiya Sykes from NBC’s "The Voice" and Postmodern Jukebox for an evening of Sinatra-style holiday hits and classics from the Great American Songbook, plus a special salute to Motown at 5 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 12 at Magnolia Hall in Sun City Hilton Head. Tickets are $28, and Sun City residents can purchase tickets at www.

SunCityHiltonHead.org or at Lifestyle Services in Pinckney Hall. The public can buy tickets at www.landaumurphyjr. com/events.

Community invited to Christmas service Holy Trinity Classical Christian School students in grades K-9 will be performing carols from around the world as part of the school's 5th Annual Christmas Service at 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Dec. 13, at Community Bible Church at 636 Parris Island Gateway in Beaufort. The public is invited to attend this free event.

The service will features carols from various countries: Sweden, England,

Germany, France and Israel, some of which will be sung in native languages. In what has become a Holy Trinity tradition, "Adeste Fideles" ("O Come All Ye Faithful") will be sung in Latin. For more information, visit www.htccs.org or call 843-522-0660.

League of Women Voters to host lunch

The League of Women Voters of Hilton Head Island/Bluffton will hold its holiday luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14 at the Colleton River Club, 60 Colleton River, Bluffton. The guest speaker will be SC State Sen. Tom Davis, who will talk about the upcoming General Assembly session. The cost is $30. Reservations are required. Contact Jan Billingslea at jjbill12@aol.com for more details or visit www.lwvhhi.org.

Orchestra presents seasonal concert

The Beaufort Symphony Orchestra will present “Seasonal Splendor: Corelli Christmas Concerto” on Thursday, Dec. 15, and Sunday, Dec. 18. Soloists Katie and Frederick Devyatkin will help perform Trans-Siberian favorites. The Dec. 15 show will be at 7:30 p.m., and the Dec. 18 show will be at 4 p.m. The concert will be held at Sea Island Presbyterian Church at 81 Lady’s Island Drive. For more information, visit www.beaufortorchestra.org.

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Ronnie Reiselt, Jr. Publisher ~ Elise C P.O. Box 2293 | Beaufort, SC 29901 843-290-4208 ~ Fax: 843843-522-9553 Office 843-522-2925 Fax www.southerntreeservices.com This is a proof of your ad as it will appear on the new edition of

Red Woof Inn

MUSIC FOR MUSIC FOR PARTIES & WEDDINGS ALL OCCASIONS

USMC

STUMP GRINDING

Dog Day Care and Boarding

The Sun Saver Digest

843-379-9005 • 843-816-1245 26 Sunset Blvd • Lady's Island, SC

WEBSITE DESIGN Please read it carefully, checking for layout, spelling and content.

This proof shows the approximate colors of your ad. There may be some variation between this pro

Heat & air, yard to play, attendant day & night

$18 day & $25 night

WITH JONI FURNITURE

MAMASFURNITURE.COM Mama’s Mattress Outlet

843-633-1115 Voi-ij.com

Riverside Women’s Care

Randy Royal, MD, OB/GYN 843-540-5857

New Solid Wood King Bed $199

13 Marshellen Drive, Beaufort 75 Baylor Drive, Suite 200, Bluffton www.riversidewomenscare.com

Over 100,000 satisfied customers HAIR STYLISTS

Hot Heads Salon 102 Sea Island Pkwy Suite R • Lady’s Island

843-524-4323

Hours: Tues. to Fri. 9 - 5; Sat. 8 - 12 Stylists: Theresa Przbys & Connie Singletary 102 Sea Island Parkway 843.524.4323

Lady’s Island Shopping Center

Lohr Plumbing, Inc.

Brett Doran Serving the Lowcountry for over 20 years.

We do ALL phases of tree work.

Family Owned & Operated.

Fully Licensed & Insured.

Affordable rates, Military, Senior, Veteran Discounts Master Tree Climber on Site Local References Available All major credit cards accepted

Jason Milford, Owner Operator, 843-271-0504 B8

DECEMBER 8 - 14, 2016

FREE 10% Off All Residential Window Tint www.lowcountrywindowtint.com Minimum square footage required. With coupon. Cannot be Estimates!

combined with any other offer. Expires 11/15/15.

Advertise your business alongside other professional throughout the lowcountry!

Service, New Construction, and Remodeling (843) 522-8600 | www.lohrplumbing.com

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Top-quality Window for TOP-Quality Window TintingTinting Services Services 843-525-1710 Your Home, Business, and Automobile for Your Home, Business & Automobile YOUR AD HERE 843-525-1710 | www.lowcountrywindowtint.com

PLUMBING

FAMILY TREE SERVICE, 843-271-0504

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LOWCOUNTRY

PHYSICIANS

Twin $99 Full $178 Queen $189

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WINDOW TINTING

Memorial • Cremation • Burial Bags

Interested in placing your ad here?

Contact Betty Davis at betty.islandnews@gmail.com.

PRO STUMP GRINDING, 843-271-0504

Signature:__________________________________________________ Date:__

This proof is accepted as shown.

Multiple stump discount This proof is accepted with changes indicated.

Uprooted stumps, big or small (size does not matter) Local References Available Please make corrections and send another proof.

All major credit cards accepted

Jason Milford, Owner Operator, 843-271-0504

Please Sign And Return Prompt

Please note that we may not be able to accommodate changes fo too late. Please respond promptly! Thank You.

CLASSIFIEDS & GAMES ANNOUNCEMENTS • Struggling with DRUGS or ALCOHOL? Addicted to PILLS? Talk to someone who cares. Call The Addiction Hope & Help Line for a free assessment. 866604-6857.

• Lung Cancer? And Age 60+? You And Your Family May Be Entitled To Significant Cash Award. Call 855-664-5681 for information. No Risk. No money out-ofpocket.

• Tuesday, December 13, 2016 is the last day to redeem winning tickets in the following South Carolina Education Lottery Instant Games: (SC827) TIC TAC 2s; (SC835) CASH BLOWOUT. AUCTIONS ADVERTISE YOUR AUCTION in 99 S.C. newspapers for only $375. Your 25word classified ad will reach more than 2.1 million readers. Call Alanna Ritchie at the S.C. Newspaper Network, 1-888727-7377.

EDUCATION AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA certification. No HS Diploma or GED - We can help. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 866-367-2513.

FARM EQUIPMENT Our Hunters will Pay Top $$$ To hunt your land. Call for a Free Base Camp Leasing info packet & Quote. 1-866-309-1507 www.BaseCampLeasing.com.

HELP WANTED Drive with Uber. No experience is required, but you'll need a Smartphone. It's fun and easy. For more information, call: 1-800-913-4789.

HELP WANTED - DRIVERS ADVERTISE YOUR DRIVER JOBS in 99 S.C. newspapers for only $375. Your 25-word classified ad will reach more than 2.1 million readers. Call Alanna Ritchie at the S.C. Newspaper Network, 1-888727-7377.

HELP WANTED - SALES Colonial Life seeking B2B SALES REPRESENTATIVES. All training provided. LA&H license. $50k/$60k+ Contact Jennifer: 843-323-6015 OR SEND RESUME TO JAngelich@ColonialLife.com.

MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE • OXYGEN - Anytime. Anywhere. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. Only 4.8 pounds and FAA approved for air travel! May be covered by medicare. Call for FREE info kit: 844-597-6582.

• Protect your home with fully customizable security and 24/7 monitoring right from your smartphone. Receive up to $1500 in equipment, free (restrictions apply). Call 1-800-795-0237.

MOBILE HOMES FOR SALE Used Mobile Homes. All Sizes. $20K Cash or Less. Call 803-454-2433 (DL35711).

SCHOOLS MEDICAL BILLING & INSURANCE Learn to process insurance claims, billing & more! ONLINE CAREER TRAINING PROGRAM AVAILABLE! Call for more information! HS Diploma/GED & PC/Internet needed. 1-888-512-7118.

TELEVISION & INTERNET SERVICES • NFL Sunday Ticket (FREE!) w/Choice Package - includes 200 channels. $60/mo for 12 months. No upfront costs or equipment to buy. Ask about next day installation! 1-800-291-6954.

• DISH TV – BEST DEAL EVER! Only $39.99/mo. Plus $14.99/mo Internet (where avail.) FREE Streaming. FREE Install (up to 6 rooms.) FREE HD-DVR. Call 1-800-724-4940.

• FAST Internet! HughesNet Satellite Internet. High-Speed. Avail Anywhere. Speeds to 15 mbps. Starting at $59.99/mo. Call for Limited Time Price. 1-800-280-9221.

• Spectrum Triple Play. TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500!

1-800-830-1559.

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VACATION RENTALS ADVERTISE YOUR VACATION PROPERTY FOR RENT OR SALE to more than 2.1 million S.C. newspaper readers. Your 25-word classified ad will appear in 99 S.C. newspapers for only $375.

Call Alanna Ritchie at the South Carolina Newspaper Network, 1-888-727-7377.

THEME: HAPPY HOLIDAYS ACROSS 1. Romans' cleansing hangout, pl.

6. Bartender's Triple ____ 9. Legal wrong 13. Be in harmony 14. *"And to ____ a good night" 15. Fraction 16. Big dipper 17. Flying saucer?

18. To stand forth 19. *Hanukkah spinning top 21. *C.C. Moore's character 23. *"____ the fields we go laughing all the way" 24. Actor Wilder, 1933-2016 25. Fast-food staple 28. Unpleasant road display?

30. *How many days of Christmas?

35. Pinocchio, e.g.

37. *Like Tim Cratchit 39. Iron setting 40. Like Andersen's duckling 41. Many times 43. World's longest river 44. Bellhop, technically 46. Fork prong 47. Malaria symptom 48. School supplies staple 50. Pale gray

52. H in HMS 53. "____ there, done that" 55. R in rpm 57. *Tournament of Roses tradition 60. *Burning block 64. Lacy neckwear 65. Poe's Morgue, e.g.

67. Guanaco's cousin 68. Mountain ridge 69. Retirement plan 70. Cowboy movie 71. ____ farewell, past tense 72. Ensign, for short 73. Small songbirds DOWN 1. Shiny on top?

2. Lab culture 3. "Trade" without one vowel 4. Sunny prefix 5. Sowing machine 6. Author Bellow 7. *North Pole worker 8. Bring to an end 9. De Niro's ride, 1976 10. Relating to ear 11. Classic board game 12. *Marines' giftee 15. Checks out again at the library 20. Muse of love poetry

22. Blast maker 24. Herbalist's bitter cure 25. *New Year stemware 26. ____ mortis 27. Churchill, Roosevelt and Stalin meeting spot 29. *Stocking stuffer 31. Tallest volcano in Europe 32. "Gone with the Wind" actress 33. Monetary worth 34. Mideast V.I.P. 36. Whiskey grain, pl.

38. Strong desires 42. India's first Prime Minister 45. Sales lure 49. *Prominent Christmas color 51. Like directory pages 54. Bone-chilling 56. Relating to velum 57. Legal prefix 58. In the sack 59. Learning method 60. Those voting "yes" 61. *A Christmas present given on the 26th 62. Black cat, e.g.

63. Needlefish, pl.

64. Mike Tyson's punch 66. Big coffee holder

LAST WEEK’S CROSSWORD & SUDOKU SOLUTIONS

THURSDAY’S CHUCKLE

Read with caution; not necessarily the opinions of the editorial staff.

DECEMBER 8 - 14, 2016

B9

THE BIG SERTA MATTRESS

BLOW-OUT!

70OFF %

SAVINGS UP TO

MSRP

Includes: • Last Year’s Floor Samples • Truckload Mattress Sets at Incredible Discounts • And Factory Roll-back Pricing on select Adjustable Bases

QUEEN SETS MSRP $1499

NOW $687 While they last. With 10 year non-pro rated limited warranty.

FWDG, Beaufort’s Favorite Furniture Store No holds or rainchecks on these sale items. Financing available.

745 Robert Smalls Parkway • Beaufort 843.524.8695 Mon-Sat 10am-6pm | Sun 1pm-5pm

Jesus, a Light for the Nations...

5TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM Tuesday, December 13 6:00pm Community Bible Church 638 Parris Island Gateway Beaufort, SC 29906

FEATURING

Christmas Carols from Around the World

FREE

Everyone is Welcome

...Right here in Beaufort B10

DECEMBER 8 - 14, 2016

www.htccs.org