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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
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Sliker, Shealey meet astronaut in D.C.
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Busbee Elementary fourth-grader Bryson Shealey, along with Broadstreet Consulting’s Social Media Strategist Valerie Sliker attended a NASA TweetUp in Washington, D.C., on March 16. Sliker was one of 100 Twitter users selected by NASA to participate in this event. The TweetUp featured a speech, video and Q&A session with Astronaut Douglas Wheelock, who recently returned from six months on the International Space Station. Wheelock talked of the growing force of social media and how it fostered such an immediate connection between the space station and the general population that even NASA had to tell him to slow it down a bit. The public started receiving photos tweeted from space (www. twitter.com/Astro_Wheels) before NASA received them thus creating a PR glitch. Once NASA ironed out the details, social media became a very useful tool. “The completion of this dream couldn’t come until I could share it with you people. Twitter enabled that,” explained Wheelock. He shared his concerns at first that he
FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
couldn’t possibly describe these breathtaking photos in the 140 characters or less that twitter allows. He quickly realized that we would take care of that for him. As we each added our own 140 characters of comments, we completed the picture.
Wheelock emphasized the importance of utilizing social media for both business and personal use, saying, “If you’re choosing not to embrace social media, you’re
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Help Tindall children by participating in charity ride
ington • Anthony’s, 1121 Calks Ferry Road, Lexington • PnA’s, Hwy 178, Pelion • The Social Club, 1032 Hwy 178, Pelion • Steele Cycle’s, 7352 Edmund Hwy, Pelion • Nicole’s, No. 6 toward Swansea All vehicles are welcome to participate. There will be raffle and 50/50 drawings; you must be present to win. Come out and support this ride. All proceeds will go to the Tindall children. There will be T-shirts available for $12. each ($2 extra for XL and up). In Memory Of Brian and Victoria.
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In January, the children of Brian and Victoria Tindall were tragically orphaned. In response to the community’s desire to help, a Charity Motorcycle Ride has been scheduled for Saturday, April 9. Registration will be held from 10 to 11 a.m. at VENTURES Bar, 5531 Edmund Hwy. Fees are $20 per bike plus $5 per rider or $20 per vehicle (car, truck, etc) The first bike or vehicle will leave VENTURES at 11:30 a.m. and the last bike or vehicle will return to VENTURES at 5 p.m. Stops will be made at: • South Lake Bar and Grill, 114 Glassmaster Road, Lexington • The Dog House, 101 Haygood Ave, Lexington • Baja’s, 1345 Old Chapin Road, Lex-
Last week I signed a letter, along with 108 other mayors from South Carolina, to members of our U.S. Congressional delegation regarding cuts to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. We are strongly urging our representatives to vote NO, on any bills or amendments that would result in cuts or reduced funding to the CDBG grant program. This program is MAYOR MIKE designed to provide assisMILLER tance to units of general local government in improving economic opportunities and meeting community revitalization needs, particularly for persons of low and moderate income. Small town governments can apply for grants to support improving community infrastructure, providing public facilities, and creating or retaining jobs. These grants are very competitive and projects must meet stringent requirements to be eligible for consideration. In addition, the administration of these funds is closely managed and monitored to prevent waste or fraud. This past year, Wagener was awarded more than $600,000, and South Carolina communities of all sizes received more than $50 million through CDBG to support vital local development projects. These federal funds are matched by state, local or private dollars making this investment even more important. In his FY12 budget, President Obama has called for a reduction of 7.5 percent to the CDBG program within the Department of Housing and Urban Development. At the same time, the FY 11 funding for CDBG remains uncertain until the Senate passes and President signs the FY 11 budget which is still pending in Congress. The House-passed version of the FY 11 budget includes a 62 percent cut to CDBG, which will eliminate
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Cleaning up ‘dungeon’ leads to old discoveries
Memories Memories are precious. Memories are something that cannot be taken away from you. Memories bring you great comfort and joy. Memories can sustain you through difficult times. Memories allow you to remember from where you came and look forward to where you are going. Memories are God’s gift from the past for the future. Just a Little Glimpse Well, I am still sifting through the mounds of “stuff” that I have managed to acquire in 42-plus years of marriage. I have so many old things pushed into corners and into the backs of closets that I have a new surprise every time I open a box or a bag. However, I am making progress. I now know what color carpet is on the floor in what I call the dungeon. Several years ago I had my husband Garry and our son Tyler dismantle the bed in what was the “guest” bedroom. I had good intentions of creating a perfect office for me to write my stories and a place to maintain all bookkeeping and records that just naturally arise when preserving a home. Ha! What a joke. The dungeon became the favorite room in the house; if you do not know where to put something, just open the door to the dungeon, throw it in and close the door as fast as possible. Since I have had so much success in ridding other rooms of unnecessary clutter, I decided to tackle what we once called the “green bedroom” AKA the dungeon. Our handy man Earl swore that he would not help me in this endeavor; however, I twisted his arm and he gave in. When I first started, I was overwhelmed and thought about closing the door and backing out. Earl told me that he would hold the trash can and for me to get started, and I did. I had four piles this time: trash, shred, give away and keep. And, of course, the trash bags took up so much room that Earl would have to stop and take the bags to the garage. Every now and then, Garry would come down the hall, stand in the doorway, and shake his head. He and Earl decided that it was going to take several trips to the trash site in Perry before I finished. It was hard for me not to stop and read every card, every slip of paper or even a sales receipt. I did come across a short story that I had written more than 30 years ago, and I did stop and read it to Earl. Garry showed up about that time, and Earl told him that we were taking a break for “story time.” I am still being teased about not staying on task. Martha Anne Tyler recently gave me a bag containing a lot of old papers and such. As I was digging through the bag I came across two old phone directories; one was dated 1958 and the other was not dated but appeared to be the older of the two. I put them aside and went back to sorting. Later, I got the old directories and examined them; it did not LEMYRA take long for each YOUNG consisted of only two pages each with writing on the front and back of each page. The front cover on the older one reads “Telephone Directory of Wagener, S.C., Bolen Telephone Co.” while the 1958 directory cover reads “Telephone Directory of Wagener, S.C. including Perry, S.C., Swansea-Wagener Telephone Co.” The older directory has 193 names and the 1958 one has 222 names, and yes, I counted each one. Each phone number consisted of only four numbers; there was not a prefix of any sort. Under the letter “E” is just one name R.W. Ezelle, and the letter “O” has only one name listed, Byron Ott. Mr. Ott was the telephone repairman for many years. Another listing is for Gunter’s Golden Guernsey Farm and Dairy. Dr. Liston Gunter, who owned the drug store on the site where Kwik Karry is today, also had a dairy farm just outside of Wagener on Highway 302. Even though there is nothing left of the old dairy, the area is still referred to as Dr. Liston’s dairy. His daughter Listine told me that she would get up at 5:30 every morning to go with her daddy to deliver milk to Sawyerdale School. The reason she got up early to go with him was because he would let her drive the dairy truck, and she was only 12 years old at the time. What really fascinates me are the advertisements; there are no yellow pages, just ads on the inside back cover and on the outside columns of all four pages. In reading many of the ads, I began to remember the Wagener of my youth. The bank at that time was State Bank and Trust Company which was in the same location as Security Federal Bank is today; however, State Bank and Trust was about one-third the size of the building that houses Security Federal Bank today. The bank building was enlarged many years ago by tearing down the wall of the adjacent café building, thus joining the two buildings into one. Walker’s Used Cars advertises “Clean Northern Used Cars,” as well as used parts for all models and makes, general auto repairing, auto painting and day and night wrecker service. Also, there is a picture of what appears to be a 1949 Hudson automobile at the top of the ad. Walker’s slogan was “You wreck em – We fix em.” In reading the Walker’s advertisement, I could not help but remember Billy Walker’s oldest son, Little Bill. He was several grades behind me in school; however, after we had finished high school, we were in the same group that partied together. I remember one fall Garry and I were in the group with Little Bill and his date at a Carolina football game. We had managed to find a parking space but had to cross four lanes of traffic to get to the stadium. There must have been 50 highway patrolmen directing traffic; we waited for the longest time trying to cross the road. Finally we made a break and were immediately halted by a patrolman yelling “get back, get back.” Suddenly, in the same breath, the same patrolman said, “Hey, Bill.” Then the patrolman threw up his hands and shut down four lanes of traffic to let us cross. In that moment, it was not what you know but who you know. At that time, Billy Walker was known all over South Carolina for his wrecker service, a position he held for many years. And that patrolman was just one of many who knew Billy Walker and his son Bill. In both books there is an ad reading Wagener Manufacturing Company, Manufacturers of Men’s Sport Shirts, good working conditions, an excellent place to work. I worked in the shipping department at Wagener Manufacturing one summer between college semesters. Daddy said I needed work experience other than working at the Red and White. It was a good experience, and I knew many of the workers since they were customers of the Red and White. However, by that time, the plant was making robes and swim trunks, but for as long as I can remember it was the “shirt factory.” Sometimes all it takes to produce a faded memory is just a little glimpse into the past. Memories are precious.
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S.C. LEGISLATIVE UPDATE
Greetings from the State House where we have accomplished much as we near the halfway point of this legislative session. This column will provide an overview of our major initiates in the House of Representatives, but first, I begin closer to home. Back to School: I believe in public education; I also believe in my own continuing personal education. As a member of the House of Representatives’ Education Committee, I want to see first-hand the sucREP. BILL cesses and challenges TAYLOR in our public Schools. Recently, I spent time Wagener-Salley High School where I met with teachers, students and administration. I found was a super-charged school that has gone from failure to success in three short years thanks to the vision and leadership of Principal Pat Keating. It’s a turn-around, educational success story. The teachers and staff have worked hard to overcome a mountain of obstacles in the drive toward academic success. Their work-in-progress story should inspire other educators and schools to break molds to find success. House Panel Approves Balanced Budget Proposal: The House is debating a balanced budget proposal totaling $5.1 million for the general fund that fully funds Medicaid and sends more money to public schools. It was unanimously supported by both Republicans and Democrats who have worked tirelessly to solve the State’s budget crisis. The balanced budget is helped by revenue projections that show $50 million increase in additional sales tax as our economy improves. A few highlights … • The budget increases the ‘Base Student Cost’ sent to K-12 public schools by 10 percent to $1,780 per child. That’s the benchmark schools funding number. • The other huge budget category is Medicaid. This proposed budget provides the rapidly expanding Medicaid program with an additional $380 million. $157 million comes from the increased cigarette tax revenues. • Most importantly, the budget plan gives Medicaid officials flexibility in setting provider rates by cutting the fees paid to doctors and hospitals. Aiken Schools to Benefit from Funding Change for Education: Aiken County Schools would receive nearly $2M more in state funding in a bill approved by the House that updates the 1977 funding formula for public schools. The bill would, among other things, provide more money for the poor and those learning English. The legislation shifts money around with some counties receiving
more funding and others less based on the new formula. The bill moves to the Senate. Merit Pay for Teachers: The school funding bill also takes a closer look at a pay-forperformance system for teachers. The State Department of Education (DOE) is charged to look at ways teachers are paid. Backers hope a change would include additional pay for teachers who achieve higher performance results. As you might expect, merit pay for teachers is a highly controversial measure due to the complexity of determining student progress. This bill calls for an Advisory Panel consisting of teacher groups to assist the ROTC Leaders Col. Joye, far right, and Command Sergeant Major Fowler flank Principal DOE in formulating a plan by the end of this Keating in front of the many ROTC trophies won in the past two years. year. That plan would be considered by the restricts DOR from interpreting legislation in much partisan debate, the S.C. House passed legislature next year. the Repeal Amendment. In the era of an overa broader way so as to collect more taxes. House Passes Spending Cap Bill: The reaching federal government, the ‘Repeal Secret Union Vote Guaranteed: One House passed legislation requiring a cap Amendment’ gives states the constitutional more step and South Carolinian’s will be on state spending. The vote is another step guaranteed the right to have a secret ballot in power to repeal individual federal acts of toward reforming the way the State does Congress. This national movement is aimed union elections. The Constitutional Amendbusiness. The House passage comes with at enacting a federal constitutional amendment was approved by 86 percent of voters a cautionary note; it’s the eighth time the ment allowing a super-majority of states to in November. Both the S.C. House and SenHouse passed such a bill only to see it fail in repeal federal laws Washington forces upon ate needed to ratify the voters’ decision. The the Senate. Thirty other states have passed states. Protecting our citizens from an oversimilar spending caps on state spending. I am House ratified its bill a few weeks ago. We reaching, out-of-control federal government is voted again last week when we approved a co-sponsor of the bill. the Senate version of the bill. Next step – the the reason for this constitutional amendment. Run as a Team: The House voted to The Repeal Amendment has been sent to the Governor’s desk for her signature. approve a Constitutional Amendment to S.C. Senate for approval. Putting the Brakes on the Feds: With jointly elect the Governor and Lt. Governor as a team. It now goes to the Senate where it died in the last session. If the Senate approves it this time, voters will get the opportunity to vote on the Amendment next year. It’s possible we could have a team approach to electing the Governor and Lt. Governor in 2014. Appointing the S.C. Education Secretary: The people of South Carolina are closer to having the opportunity to decide whether the Secretary of Education should be appointed by the Governor or continued to be elected-at-large, as is now done. In the second of three government restructuring moves, the House approved a Constitutional Amendment that would be on the ballot next year. It’s on to the Senate. More Authority for the Governor: Restructuring S.C.’s government has a third element. With much debate, the House approved the creation of a Department of Administration reporting to the Governor. This consolidates a number of agencies under the Governor’s office to improve efficiency and executive authority. I joined six other Republicans in agreeing with Democrats to move the entire Budget & Control Board to the Governor’s office. That would have been sweeping reform; the amendment failed. Taxpayer Victory: The House unanimously passed the ‘Taxpayer Fairness Act’, legislation I co-sponsored. Simply stated, the bill gives taxpayers the upper hand in disputes with the State Department of Revenue AS10-484785 by directing DOR to resolve ambiguity in tax statutes in favor of the taxpayer. It also
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Students prepare for FCCLA State Competition
What is FCCLA? FCCLA is an acronym for Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America. This is a national student-led organization that promotes leadership qualities. FCCLA helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences Education classes taught at Wagener-Salley High. In October 2010, FCCLA president, April Stratton along with four affiliated FCCLA members attended the Fall Leadership Training meeting at South Carolina State College. It was there that we learned more facts about FCCLA and how to help develop leadership qualities in an individuals. When we returned to school we immediately got started planning for competition and making arrangements to participate in other FCCLA activities on and off school campus. FCCLA is very focused on helping families and the community. Through the school the members donated food for the food drive during Christmas time. We are also currently working on the “pull tab campaign” to raise funds for the Ronald McDonald House. Students, teachers and family members save the tabs from their soup and drink containers to help with our campaign. My family returned to Wagener over a year ago and I have found learning at Wagener-Salley is a joy. I enjoy helping others and doing new things. My first visit to Charlotte NC would with FCCLA in November 2010. This time I traveled with my adviser and six other FCCLA members: Reshonique Gleaton, Myiesha Johnson, My Ondrea Landy, Justin Gray, Devon Way, and Jaleel Corley to attend the FCCLA Cluster Meeting. We meet with a delegation of students and their advisors from the Aiken High School FCCLA Chapter. We made new friends both during the trip and upon our arrival in Charlotte. I meet students from Ohio, Florida and Alabama. We are now ready for competition. There has been so much to learn along with my other studies but it has been worthwhile. The competition is in Columbia SC on March 24-26. If we qualify here we will have a chance to compete in Aneaheim California. I will compete in the “Illustrated Talk” event and my fellow members: Jaleel Corley and Marissa will participate in “Financial Fitness.” Our FCCLA vice president, Reshonique Gleaton with judge the Interior Design event. Everyone has helped us along the way. Our parents, community members who
April Stratton and Reshonique Gleaton demonstrate at Busbee Elementary Parent Workshop.
purchased newspaper ads from us during our fundraiser. Our adviser, Mrs. Mason and Principal Pat Keating has been there for us with encouragement and guidance. We have had faculty members help us and we receive financial support from our career and technology director, Mr. Brooks Smith and staff. We are off to make everyone proud of us and if we don’t bring back the gold we are not going to give up so easily. We will try again next year.
Jaleel Corley is pictured with Trudy Boyd, Security Federal Representative during a money management workshop with students.
Know your FACS at Wagener-Salley High
Family and Consumer Sciences Month is celebrated during the month of March. The 2011 Family and Consumer Sciences Proclamation was signed by the governor to encourage all South Carolinians to recognize family and consumer sciences professionals for their many contributions associated with the well-being of the residents of South Carolina. Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) is the 21st century version of Home Economics. Courses range from fashion design, interior design, hotel and motel management, and biochemistry to early childhood education, fashion design and apparel construction, culinary arts, hospitality management and operations, or food science technology and nutrition. Students are given the opportunity to focus their studies in areas that combine hands-on experiences with current technology. The Family and Consumer Sciences programs at Wagener-Salley High offer the following courses: Early Childhood
Education I, II, III, and level IV. Food and Nutrition I and Teacher Cadet are also taught as part of the curriculum as yearly courses. Family, Career, Community, Leaders of America (FCCLA), is the student organization that supports the FACS curriculum. Student members April Stratton, Reshonique Gleaton, Marissa Livingston, and Jaleel Corley, will compete in the “Financial Fitness” and “Illustrated Talk” event during their attendance at the SC FCCLA State Conference. The conference will be held March 24-26 in Columbia SC.Students are recognized for their achievements and scholarships are available. FACS programs aren’t just for girls. In today’s society boys are learning how to become productive young men of the future by taking part in various Family and Consumer Sciences (FACS) classes. Family and Consumer Sciences programs can provide you with skills for life. Jaleel Corley discuses budgeting and how to save money to FACS students. Get the FACS!
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WSHS FFA team wins first place in regional event
The Wagener-Salley FFA Tool Identification team took first place honors in the Lower State Regional Tool Identification Career Development Event (CDE) held at Midland Valley High School on March 8. Team members Hunter Buff, Michael Bolton, Shania Key and Helen Rumsey were coached by FFA Adviser Allen Williams, Agricultural Education instructor at Wagener-Salley High. Michael Bolton posted a perfect score of 100. The South Carolina Tool Identification Career Development Event is designed for students in the ninth and 10th grades that are in their first year of an agriculture class. Students participated in identifying 40 tools that are selected from a list of 187 possible choices. They also completed a knowledge test base on the proper use of the tools. The CDE was co-sponsored by Agri Supply Company of Florence which supplied the tools and the South Carolina FFA Association. Agri Supply also furnished the regional winner with a tool set for the chapter. Qualifying teams from across the state will compete for State Awards on April 17 Pictured are, from left, Katie Simpson, state FFA president; Helen Rumsey; Allen Williams, W-S FFA adviser; Hunter Buff; Shania Key; Michael Bolton; and Seamus Cassidy, state vice president. in Columbia.
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Getting family involved in caregiving for loved ones
messages conveyed in family discussions are equally as important. • Hold routine meetings – This is a good opportunity to openly discuss issues, scheduling, procedures or any topics regarding the patient. Having everyone in the same room eliminates confusion and saves time. • Avoid arguing – It takes hard work to communicate with all family members and everyone has differing styles. Learn to listen and be considerate of others’ thoughts and opinions, be honest and make sure everyone’s opinions are heard. • Involve the patient – It’s the patient’s life and they should have input in the decision-making process for their care and health needs. Of course, in some cases, situations arise where families need to step in and be the decision makers for patients who are not mentally able to do so. • Talk to the doctors together – Whenever possible, bring physicians and family members together. The third party can provide expert opinion and often times eliminate prejudices and misunderstandings about patient care. • Be realistic – Family members must be realistic about how they will participate in the caregiving. • Strengths and weaknesses – Learning to evaluate each family member’s strengths and weaknesses will help in gaining greater acceptance of shared responsibility. Out of town family members can be supportive by researching care options on the Internet and offering to share expenses associated with giving the primary caregiver a break. • If disagreement prevails – It may be necessary for primary caregivers to suggest seeking outside help as a compromise. There are many resources to seek for outside help ranging from in-home caregivers such as Right at Home to support groups and hospice care. For more information on caregiving for a loved one you may contact Kathy Crist, owner of Right at Home of the CSRA at 278-0250. You may visit Right at Home on the web at www.rightathome.net/csra. booklets that were sold during the Wagener celebrations to complete our collection. We have the years 1976-1995 but are missing a few issues. Please contact us if you have a 1983, 1985, 1989 or 1994 issue and would like to donate it to the museum. We are also interested in issues before 1976 if they exist and anything after 1995. Contact Cynthia Hardy at 564-5472 weekdays before 6 p.m. or WagenerMuseum@yahoo.com.
When family members are put into the role of caregiver for a loved one, adult female children and spouses are the overwhelming majority of individuals thrust into the position. Unfortunately, once the role is assumed, other family members often leave the primary family caregiver to make most of important decisions and do the vast majority of the work. These are daunting tasks for anyone to handle on KATHY their own CRIST Primary family caregivers and their relatives can take action to overcome the imbalance. Effective communication and setting realistic expectations can help avoid controversy – which can lead to family crises and additional health problems for the patient and the caregivers. Right at Home of the CSRA, a local provider of in-home supportive care, suggests the following ideas for families to consider. • Communication – The importance of communication cannot be underestimated as a necessary element in getting the entire family involved. • Finances – Discuss with family members the financial requirements associated with the care of the patient. • Stress – The stress from being the primary caregiver can be unbearable. Spend the time needed to communicate with family members about the stress one is feeling. It can lead to greater balance in the caregiving responsibilities. Talk may also simply alleviate the worry. • Mistakes – Communication between family members helps avoid potentially fatal mistakes in caregiving. Active dialogue between family members ensures that care for the patient is consistent; medicine will be administered properly and hygiene will be given appropriate attention How to Communicate: The style and
Wagener United Methodist Women for Michael. hosted a Community Blood Drive We were pleased that 17 donors
The Wagener United Methodist Women hosted a Community Blood Drive on March 12. On April 29, 2010 a terrible electrical fire severely injured Michael Spires, grandson of long-time Methodist Church member Lona Driggers. He endured several operations and received many, many units of blood which saved his life. The ladies of the Methodist Women’s group wanted to do something to recognize those life-saving efforts put forth
arrived ready to donate the “Gift of Life” on March 12 to say thank you for those people that had given to save Michael’s life nearly a year ago. One unit of blood given can virtually save three lives with the whole blood, plasma and platelets that can be used. We say a big thank you to all that donated their life-saving blood so we know that possibly 48 lives can be saved by those 16 that were able to donate to the Shepeard’s Blood Mobile on March 12.
Salley Methodist Church yard sale
The Salley Methodist Church, 171 Pine St., Salley, will be having a yard sale April 2 beginning at 9 a.m. Stop by and browse and have a cup of coffee or glass of tea on us!
Wagener Museum seeks booklet
Remember Wagons to Wagener? The Wagener Museum is seeking copies of
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ALC celebrates life, legacy of Dream Keepers
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Busbee Elementary 4K and 5K registrations for 2011-12
• Children must be 4 on or before Sept. 1, 2011 to attend the Child Development program • Children must be 5 on or before Sept. 1, 2011 to attend regular full-day kindergarten • Dates: April 20-21 • Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please bring certified birth certificate, South Carolina immunization record, proof of residence, proof of income and Social Security card to the school for registration. Also, if applicable, bring Medicaid card. Call (803) 564-1000 for more information.
The Life and Legacy of the Dream Keepers was held Saturday, Feb. 26 at A.L. Corbett Middle School. This award presentation was presented by Willie Stroman to thank the people who pushed and supported students/ children of the Wagener area to make something of their lives. Presented because they sacrificed and gave of themselves and made a difference in so many lives and this is only a small token of his appreciation. What better time to honor these people who live the Dr. Martin Luther King speech – I Have A Dream than Black History Month. Certificates were presented that said “Life and Legacy – This honor award is given to – for his/her timeless stamina, effort, and knowledge that he/she has shared with the children and families of this community. He/She is a loyal leader in preparing our community’s youths for a better tomorrow.” “Today, We Celebrate the Life and Legacy of the Dream Keepers Today, we honor those that have made a difference in the lives of others in our community; we honor those that have inspired success, charity, and unity. They have been meticulous mothers to the motherless and faithful fathers to those left fatherless. They have looked beyond flaws to see other’s hidden best. They have been unwavering hope to those tired and depressed. They have been strong shoulders to those with wet eyes filled with tears. They have been an abundance of courage to those haunted by ferocious fears. They have been teachers to those who others labeled unteachable. They have been extended hands to those others pushed down and stated they are
Lavina Morgan-S app, Cassie Ruth Thompson, Floria Harris and Richard Sumpter
LeMyra Yo u n g, Heidi Chavious, Mary M i l h o u s e, Clara Williams and Mary Jones
Spring Story Times at library
Join us for good books and a craft activity on the second and fourth Wednesdays of April at 4 p.m. at the Nancy Bonnette Library in Wagener. Children of all ages are welcome. The theme on April 13 will be Turtles. Join us for all the fun with books and puppets, plus make and decorate your own turtle to take home. Then on April 27 our story time theme will be Sheep, with books and a craft about our woolly friends from the farm. Not baaaaa-d! The library is located at 204 Park St. N.E. in Wagener. Our library hours are noon to 6 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday. For questions about children’s events or regular library services, call branch manager LeWanda Fulmer at (803) 564-5396.
Alvin Corley, Ralph Stroman, Johnny Hudson and Virginia Kitchens
unreachable. They have been words of comfort to those that had succumbed to sorrow. They have been loyal leaders in preparing our community’s youths for a better tomorrow. Today, we honor those that gave nothing less than their very best: Cassie Ruth Thompson, Floria Harris, Pamela Williams, Richard Sumpter, Lavina Morgan-Sapp,Virginia J. Kitchens, Johnny Hudson, Ralph Stroman, Alvin Corley, Linda Williams, LeMyra Young, Heidi Chavious, Mary Milhouse, Clara Williams, Sarita Williams, and Mary Jones. – Submitted by Stephanie R. Adams.” – Taken from the program.
Special honorees presented in memory for Reggie Johnson, Dr. Keidre Jenkins-Corbitt, Daniel Frazier, Mae Francis Williams, Mr. and Mrs. J.O. (Beatrice) Brown, and the Rev. Monroe Bush Jr. The program featured various local musical groups: All for Praise, Harvest of Love, and Greater Purpose. A Praise Dance preformed by Adrian Ginyard. Michelle S. Jenkins preformed a moving monologue Negro Mother by Langston Hughes. A thrilling tribute to Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. preformed by Roger Casteal Jr. that made you feel like you were back in 1963 watching history in the making. And also a poem by Roy Keitt.
Al-Anon can help
Is someone’s alcoholism suffocating you? You don’t have to hold your breath anymore. If you are concerned about someone else’s drinking, Al-Anon can help. Local Al-Anon Meetings are Mondays at 7 p.m. at Wagener United Methodist Church, 153 Columbia Highway. For information about Al-Anon Family Groups, call Nancy B. at 564-6487.
Aiken County Councilmember District 1
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Characters, industrial secrets and the drama of life around a triangle-shaped runway at an old, empty airfield
By JIM WEST drive around the triangular shaped runways. The second time around they drove a little faster, and the third time around they began competing with one another! Lo-and-behold a casual airbase was turned into a Saturday and Sunday afternoon hangout for auto racing! It didn’t cost anything to enter, was one of the best flat tracks in the South and using it wasn’t hurting anything or anybody! On one Saturday afternoon, one of our local characters, Dick Sturkie, appeared at the airbase in a Chevy, with several of his friends, who all worked at the local Chevrolet dealership in Wagener, which was also Baughman Oil Co. It was located on the lot where the Kents Korner is now, at the crossroads of Main St. and Railroad Ave. Baughman Oil Co. was owned by Otis Baughman Sr. and he also operated Baughman Funeral Home, which was right down the street. The characters who accompanied Sturkie to North all worked at the large car repair garage at the Chevy dealership and also maintained the equipment for the funeral home, which today is Blizzard Funeral Home. As the story goes, Sturkie and the boys from Wagener were very proud of their work and had gotten involved with a young man from Sumter and a race was arranged for Saturday afternoon. Both parties showed up at the North Airfield with their drivers, mechanics and cheering sections. The race was on – 8,000 feet one way, turn an immediate left – go 8,000 feet down the second runway, take another left and go another 8,000 feet to the start/finish line. The young man from Sumter was driving a Ford, and Sturkie was driving a Chevrolet (what else!). When the race was over, the driver from Sumter in the Ford had won. Friendly wagers were settled, and Sturkie asked if it would be OK if they raced again on Sunday, so he could attempt to get his money and his pride back! The young man from Sumter, being of the same spirit as Sturkie, agreed. Sunday afternoon, 3 p.m., after church – same cars, same drivers. They all went home. The boys from Wagener knew they could not change the engine but could make adjustments to the car – just be back at North Airfield by 3 p.m. Sunday. The Sturkie Chevrolet was driven back to Wagener, and since the mechanics and Sturkie all worked for the shop at Baughman Chevrolet, they had keys to the pull-out door at the funeral home, where the hearse was stored. They opened the garage at the funeral home, pulled the hearse out and the Chevy in. These characters knew no one was going to enter the funeral home at night! The mechanics then arranged to change out the camshaft in the Chevy and install one which would give the car more horsepower. When finished, they put the front back on the engine, and left it there until after church on Sunday, at which time they all went back to the North Airfield. Nobody but the mechanics and the driver were aware of the changes that had occurred. Their secret was safe, with a little common sense (industrial secrecy). A second race was run on Sunday afternoon, and the Chevy was victorious! The hood of the Chevy was raised, and the engine was there, just as before, while the driver said he guessed they just got lucky! Everyone laughed and appreciated the taxpayer racetrack at North Airfield – and went home. The races continued at North Airfield until someone decided it was too dangerous – someone might get hurt, and the crowds were too large. Then the races stopped. Several years ago I was delivering some fuel to the North Airbase, and I watched as the runways were being torn up and new ones put down. I looked up as a giant C-16 was making touch and go landings in certain areas. I laughed, pushed the accelerator down on the old fuel truck, and drove around the sides of the three 8,000 foot runways on my way out. Nobody was there except the people repairing the runways, and of course all the memories were there of those exciting Saturday and Sunday afternoons – industrial secrets, competition and good, clean fun! P.S. I think my dad was certainly in the cheering section on those Saturday and Sunday afternoons! As we enter springtime, and celebrate memories such as these, let’s not forget our military troops, who are still defending us in Iraq, Afghanistan and other parts of the world. Let’s all make an effort to send a card, a letter, or a care package to a soldier, showing our appreciation for their efforts. Let’s follow the example of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of VFW Post 6304, who held a bake sale on March 19, to raise money to help out veterans. Please don’t make any excuses – we can all support our soldiers. Anything you do will be appreciated by a soldier far from home! God bless you, and God bless America.
An excellent English teacher of mine always impressed upon our class that the best stories of life were most often never written down because those living the stories did not think the things happening around them were important. I shall now attempt to pass on one such story that happened in our community around 1957-1960. It seems that after World War II, and with the beginning of the Cold War, the United States developed and built the large airbase at North, S.C., to be used for the training of our National Guard, reserve and active military units. The base site was in an open area off Highway 178, and had a few signs, a couple of buildings at the aircraft control tower, and three large runways (8,000 feet) shaped like a large triangle. Each runway was at least 8,000 feet of paved concrete, made to handle the practice takeoffs and landings of large transport aircraft or fighters or any other support aircraft. In other words, this was a fully functioning airbase that could be used at any time for practice takeoffs and landings. It was mostly used during weekdays, and sat idle on Saturdays and Sundays. It just sat there – those beautiful runways shaped like a giant triangle, with large taxiways for the aircraft on each side of the runways. Several characters from the Wagener, Salley, North area became bored on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, and knowing about the new airfield at North, just sitting idle on the weekends, decided to ride over to the airfield and look around. Since no one was there, they decided to
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The beauty of giving
By CHERYL H. POOLE
This February a gift of love was given by four wonderful individuals to the Pantene Beautiful Lengths program for cancer patients. Glenda Furtick, a retired educator from Busbee Elementary, Anslee Hiers, a fifthgrader at Busbee Elementary, and twins Hailey and Bailey Whittle visited the beauty salon, The Carousel, to have their beautiful long hair cut to donate to the Pantene program. The trimming was performed by stylists Marie Jackson and Brenda Sturkie who were happy to help with the cause. These four donations netted a hair donation of over 32 inches which is nearly enough for one entire wig to be provided to a cancer patient. The Pantene Beautiful Lengths program believes that a woman fighting cancer should see a familiar face when she looks into the mirror. The program makes this a reality by providing real hair wigs for cancer patients. These wigs take three to four months to create with each wig requiring six, eightinch ponytails. The wigs are distributed
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RETIRED ADDICT
And with the pills, cocaine and nights of smoking crack I don’t worry about them ever returning, Cause God has my back If you live a life with addiction and want to change, Give God a try He’ll help you with your every day struggles, You’ll tell your addiction goodbye These words are written by a retired addict, Who God has let live He gives me the words to write and my story I can give In these woods in Wagener, This is where I’ll stay God’s presence is all around me, each and every day. Brian is a miracle! He has recovered from more than 20 years of abusing and being heavily addicted to several kinds of drugs and alcohol. God literally “showed him the light” on Oct. 31, 2007, If you are interested in contacting Brian, his e-mail address is finallysober2000@yahoo.com. I also had a troubled life, Crazy thoughts in my brain I drank and took drugs to hide them, Till God took away the pain I wasted many years and money, Living like BRIAN a fool WATTS Now my life is changed, I’m learning from God, Like I’m back in school My life has changed so very much, I thank God when I wake All through the day in my new life, I try to give and not to take My life is so special to me, Now that I don’t drink My eyes are open so I can see, I can even think
I used to have an empty feeling, Deep within my heart It’s now full of love since God gave me a fresh start
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The Easter celebration
meaning of Easter. Yes, Jesus died for the sin of all humankind. With His blood He paid the sin debt that religion, rituals and a good life could not pay. The rolled-away stone declares that man has lost all control. The witnesses to the death of Jesus saw how terrible it was. Yet His love for us kept Him on the cross so the ultimate result would be a relationship with God. The empty tomb is a reminder that death gives way to life. Jesus is alive and because “He Lives” all believers experience the everlasting and abundant life He gives (John 10:10). Because “He Lives” we can confidently face all the challenges living in this world brings. It is my pray that every reader will experience Easter as a true, biblical reality. Jesus is alive! He has the power and authority to save you, forgive you and give you hope and a reason to live. At Christmas we celebrate the birth of Jesus and God’s purpose for Him. The angel of the Lord, speaking to the virgin Mary said, “You shall call His name Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins.” Some thirty three years later, having achieved that purpose, the angel said from the empty tomb, “He is risen. He is not here.” As the song says, “You ask me how I know He lives … He lives within my heart!” This is the Easter celebration! Make sure, by faith in Jesus, it is yours!
It’s been almost a half century since the last all new Circus Under-The-Big-Top toured our country. The smells of hot popcorn, the traditional taste of the hot dog, the bright colored balloons and acts from around the world can be yours again Under-The-Big-Top. Relive the thrills of the circus again when the Alain Zerbini Circus comes to perform in Salley on Monday, April 18 with performances at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. The acres of tents will be erected on the Chitlin Strut grounds located at 230 Pine St. in Salley. For over 200 years, the famed Zerbini family name has been known in the circus field of entertainment. The rich tradition of yesteryear comes your way on Monday, April 18 at 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. Alain Zerbini Circus Under-The-BigTop comes under a new modern big top where everything is new from the tent
pegs to the American flag on the top of the tent. Don’t miss this year’s edition of the Alain Zerbini Circus which will provide entertainment for children of all ages. Admission is $10 for adults and children ages 4-12 will be admitted free with a coupon and a paid adult.
Three college students were appearing in a national academic competition. The moderator told the finalists, “Our final question comes from the category of religious studies.” “Describe the Christian observance of Easter.” The first student replies, “Isn’t that the practice where someone hides a bunch of eggs, and then the children run everywhere trying to find them?” The secDR. TOMMY ond student responded, HUDDLESTON “I think Easter is when everyone goes outside early in the morning to watch the sunrise … and to see if a big bunny named Peter Cottontail is hopping down some old dirt trail.” The third student replied, “Both answers are wrong! Easter is a day when people recognize the death of Jesus Christ on a cross many years ago. He was buried in a tomb and rose from the dead three days later. On the third day he poked his head out and started looking for his shadow. If he sees his shadow, he runs back inside, and we know we have six more weeks of winter.” Sadly, some of these responses represent the way some view and participate in the Easter Celebration. Satan loves it when anyone is distracted and diverted from the true
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GARAGE AND EBAY SALES MAY BE MORE THAN YOU BARGAIN FOR
By BARBIE JACKSON H&R Block
Sales may not have tax consequences if the seller is not in business and the A business out of the basement or a selling price is less than the original sale in the front yard, H&R Block advises price paid, as is often the case with when it’s taxable income garage sales. This activity results in a Long before eBay existed, garage sales personal loss, which is not tax deductand classified ads helped people unload ible. unwanted items. To figure out if sales have A taxable gain (a profit) is realized tax implications, H&R Block advises sell- when an item is sold for more than ers to know how to determine if the result- originally purchased. Personal gains like ing cash is reportable taxable income and these are reportable. if the IRS classifies the particular activity People who prefer not to sell unwanted as casual selling, a hobby or a business. belongings may get a tax break by mak“Generally, transactions resulting in a ing a charitable donation. Although no gain are reportable, regardless of whether cash is generated, the fair market value the taxpayer is conducting a business,” of the donated items may be eligible to said Gil Charney, principal tax researcher be claimed as itemized tax deductions. at The Tax Institute at H&R Block. “Even Whether sales occur occasionally or taxpayers who are not operating busiregularly, and if there is intent to make a nesses have tax implications when they profit are two factors that separate casual sell something for profit.” sellers from hobbyists. Whether it is a garage sale, selling in their spare time or running a business from their basement, the following information will help sellers determine if their activities are those of a casual seller, Every second, $2,000 worth of goods hobbyist or business operator and the tax are sold on eBay. In fact, $60 billion* implications.
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worth of items were sold in 2009, meaning “extra” money for many sellers, whose activities put them in different sales categories. With online sales often comes a gray area as to what’s considered a hobby and what’s a business. Hobbyists sell items occasionally without intent to make a profit. However, if sales become frequent activities done to make a profit, the hobby may be considered a business. A taxpayer with a hobby must report all income generated from sales. As a hobbyist, the taxpayer may deduct all related expenses but not more than the total revenue from that hobby. A hobby that supplements income could be considered a business by the IRS. If a taxpayer regularly buys and sells items to the extent that a business results, each sale has a tax consequence. If the taxpayer is the sole proprietor, purchases and sales must be reported on Schedule C. For example, if a business buys basketballs for inventory at a wholesale price of $3 each and sells them for $10 each, the business can deduct the $3
cost. The $10 sales price is revenue and the $7 profit is taxed. If a basketball is sold for $2, the $1 loss is tax deductible. Also, there are several Schedule C tax deductions the business owner may be entitled. “Sellers must keep good records about what was purchased, and what was sold, when, to whom and for how much. One good way to help separate personal from business expenses is to have bank accounts used for business only,” Charney said. “If income was earned, despite the source and the amount, it is required by law to be reported to the IRS.” For their 2011 tax returns, taxpayers who annually sell more than $20,000 worth of goods and have more than 200 electronic transactions will receive the new 1099-K Form, which will report payment card and third-party transactions, including PayPal and eBay payments. For assistance determining if sales activities are that of a business, contact an H&R Block tax professional at (803) 532-3025, visit www.hrblock.com or call 800-HRBLOCK. * Figures reported by eBay
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WOMEN’S WELL
We celebrated Ms. Geneva Benjamin’s 91st birthday on March 8th. Her daughter Francena was visiting her from Oklahoma and joined in on the fun. Geneva’s friends and family enjoyed a delightful meal at Virginia’s Porch. Don’t know if you noticed the electronic sign downtown on Wednesday, March 9, but there was a picture of Ms. Geneva acknowledging “Geneva Benjamin Day.” This was proclaimed last year by our governor. March 9 is “Geneva Benjamin Day” in South Carolina. We are honored to have Geneva as a member of the Women’s Well. Already we are getting more walk-ins at the Women’s Well since our identifying sign was hung. Of course, it is not only the new sign but word of mouth too. Our quilts are a drawing point and Jean keeps the ladies supplied with beautiful quilt tops to be quilted. Clara, Letha, Dorothy and Eartha instruct newcomers how to quilt. Our quilting frame will seat eight easily. We have baby quilts, queen, double and twin-sized quilts. Come in and browse around. You might find a handmade quilt, an apron, tote bags, casserole carriers or pot holders. Every week we are adding more handmade crafts to our inventory. The ladies take special orders for sewing projects and charge accordingly. Our volunteers are busy sewing tote bags for the Lydia Project. These bags are given to women with cancer. We pray for these women on Thursdays as a group and we also pray over each bag to bless a special lady. We started a new Bible study on March 14. The title of the study is “One in a Mil-
lion” by Priscilla Shirer. We are studying the Hebrews’ exodus from Egypt and their difficulties dealing with “wilderness-living” to freedom in the “promised land.” Are you living in a wilderness? Need some direction to the promise-land? Come join us on Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. until noon. Do you have excess fabric, craft supplies or canning jars you would like to donate? With the canning season upon us, we are looking for produce to can also. If you have produce you would like to share during the summer/fall that we can purchase or receive, call (803) 606-1780. We will pick the vegetables and fruits, too. Local produce is the better choice for us. The Women’s Well remembers those in Japan who are suffering great losses. If you would like to donate to this cause, we are collecting funds to be sent to Japan. Christ Central Missions has a donor who will match our contribution dollar for dollar up to $2,500. God blesses those who bless those in need. Until next month, be blessed. this disease and died on March 14, 2011. If you are interested in walking for Jane or want to make a donation, contact Kim Deese at the Wagener Post Office or visit web.alsa.org. Check-in time is set for 9 a.m. and the walk begins at 10 a.m.
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You are equipped for the ride
With this equipment they all began, So start from the top and say “I can.” Look them over, the wise and the great, They take their food from a common plate, And similar knives and forks they use, With similar laces they tie their shoes. The world considers them brave and smart , But you have all they had when they made their start. You can triumph and come to skill, You can be great if you only will. You are well equipped for the fight you choose, You have arms and legs and a brain to use. And the man who has risen great deeds to do, Began his life with no more than you. You are the handicap you must face, You are the one who must choose your place, You must say where you want to go, How much you will study the truth to know. God has equipped you for life, but He Lets you decide what you want to be. Courage must come from the soul within, Man must furnish the will to win, So figure it out for yourself, my lad, You were born with all the greatest have had, With this equipment, they all began, Get hold of yourself and say “I can.” from COLLECTED VERSES OF EDGAR A. GUEST NY Buccaneer Books, l976, page 666 Whatever your ambition is, whatever your dreams are, you have the equipment for the ride! Go for it! Our prayers, well wishes and thoughts are with the people of Japan as they strive to recover from the recent earthquake.
For many years I have worked with students assisting them in preparing for college, vocational school, the world of work and some just preparing for life itself. Truly, that has been my forte. My most rewarding experience, however, has come from working with those who seem to have little or no selfconfidence and no hope for becoming successful in life. There have been many who seem MARY E. GANTT to think that others can be successful but they themselves can not – feeling that they don’t have what it takes to make it – just living a no-purpose life. Therefore, it has been my inspiration to inform them of these facts: • You can make it if you try. • Your ship can come it. • Your dreams can come true. • You are just as good as the next person. • Reach for the stars. This was my opportunity to share my favorite piece of poetry with them. Not only do I share this poem with my students but my own children and my god-sons Marcus and Jarvis. This poem is very old, informative and powerful. Not only is this masterpiece my favorite poem, but the favorite of an outstanding scientist from yesteryear – Dr. George Washington Carver who recited it at many of his speaking engagements. Allow me to share it with you:
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1. You Probably Aren't Brushing Long Enough Learning how to brush your teeth properly is the first step to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. It helps minimize the risk of tooth decay and gum disease, the major causes of tooth loss. Spend at least two minutes brushing, which should include 30 seconds brushing each section of your mouth (upper right, upper left, lower right and lower left), both morning and night. And don't forget to brush your tongue to remove odorcausing bacteria that will help give you fresher breath. 2. Protect Your Enamel Tooth enamel is the hard outer layer of your teeth. It helps protect your teeth from tooth decay, sensitivity, and is the part of your teeth that people see when you smile. One way enamel loss can occur is when acids from everyday food and beverages, such as fruit, yogurt, salsa, orange juice and sports drinks, attack the tooth surface. If left untreated, enamel loss can lead to larger issues such as cavities. A daily regimen of brushing and rinsing with products containing enamel-strengthening ingredients like fluoride is the best prevention against enamel loss. 3. Use a Full Oral Care Regimen to Keep Cavities at Bay When it comes to cavity fighting, make sure you are brushing twice a day and flossing at least once a day to remove leftover plaque and food that is trapped in the spaces between your teeth. Additionally, mouthwash is a powerful means of protecting teeth from decay and removing food particles lodged toward the back of the throat. "I recommend my patients use a fluoridated mouth rinse, because fluoride is proven to strengthen enamel and fight cavities," says Dr. Jamie Sands, DDS, whose cosmetic work has been featured on the program "Ten Years Younger" on TLC. "But, not all mouth rinses are created equal! Look for a mouthwash that contains fluoride, like Crest Pro-Health Complete Rinse." In fact, according to a survey conducted by Mom Central Consulting, 93 percent of Mom Central testers who were given Crest Pro-Health Complete Rinse with fluoride to sample said they feel more confident going into their next six-month dental check-up. 4. Bad Breath Could be the Result of Poor Oral Hygiene Bad breath can be caused by a number of things, from the foods you eat to dry mouth, smoking, or even the medications you are taking. What many people don't realize is that bad breath could also be a result of poor oral hygiene. To help fight bad breath, make sure you are practicing proper tooth brushing habits to remove odor-causing bacteria from the mouth, tongue and teeth. You can also try: chewing sugarless gum to stimulate saliva flow, which naturally cleanses teeth; eating a nutritious diet, as vitamin deficiency can contribute to bad breath; and using a rinse with fluoride to kill bad breath germs and prevent tooth decay. 5. Change Your Toothbrush Tooth brushing removes plaque, which is the residue that can build up on teeth. Plaque can lead to cavities and gum disease. Be sure to replace your Monitor any mouth toothbrush (or toothbrush head if you use an electric brush) every three changes and let your months or so because worn or frayed bristles are not as effective at dentist know of problems removing plaque as new bristles.
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Figure it out for yourself, my lad. You have all that the greatest of men have had, Two arms, two hand, two legs, two eyes, And a brain to use if you would be wise.
Hospice Care of Tri-County hosting Cinema in Orangeburg. The models will be Chemo With Style and fashion show cancer survivors of all ages. There will also
have silent auction items, which will be featured during this event. Donations to help with this event or to help with the cost of food are sought. All models will be given a gift basket, and we are in need of items for that as well. Sponsors are also needed. If you could be a sponsor, call 535-0537. All donations are greatly appreciated and are tax deductible, as well. A tax ID number can be provided upon request. Checks can be made out to Chemo With Style.
Hospice Care of Tri-County is hosting Chemo With Style for patients who have been diagnosed with cancer and treated with chemotherapy. During this event, participants will receive wigs, turbans, hats, etc. at no cost. Chemo with style is a non-profit organization held every other month and is open to the public. On April 7, the second fashion show for Chemo With Style will be held at the
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Soaring brings sense of freedom to area in April
By DEE TAYLOR
In April the beautiful blue sky will be filled with quiet graceful gliders. The Region 5 North Soaring Contest will again take place at the Perry Airport hosted by Allison and Rhonda Tyler. More than 60 pilots are confirmed to be in attendance during the event that spans from April 16-23. The competition financially impacts on our area as pilots and their families dine and shop in our area.
What is soaring?
To fly as the hawk and eagle has been mankind’s dream for centuries. Modern sailplanes make soaring flight possible, and with them humans can fly higher, faster, and farther than the greatest of birds, using only an invisible force of nature to stay aloft. The sport is called “soaring” and to pilot as well as spectator, it has universal appeal. The terms gliding and soaring are used interchangeably. There are many soaring sites in the United States. Visit one and you are likely to find the pilots are men, women, and young people whose experience in sailplane flying may vary greatly, but who share a common bond in being participants in one of the world’s most satisfying and exhilarat-
ing sports. How else, within an hour or so of your home, can you become Columbus or Magellan, exploring the unknown? Soaring offers a sense of freedom unique in sports. As a soaring pilot you are no longer earthbound; as your pilot skills increase, you will learn to venture away from the airport in a sailplane, relying on your own skills and judgment in analyzing the terrain and weather. The intellectual challenge of soaring is its main appeal to many. Gravity tells you that you and your machine, which together may weigh 500 to 2,000 pounds, have no business staying aloft and that your place is on the ground since you have no engine to stay airborne. You know that the sun and the wind are providing an invisible force frequently far stronger than the force of gravity, but it’s up to you to make the most of that force through your interpretation of it and of your own pilot skills. The best combination brings the longest flight, the highest altitude gain, or the fastest speed in a contest. So plan a visit to the Perry International Gliderport April 16-23.
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HOMESCHOOL NOTES
By MANDI Y. GREEN
ENGAGEMENT
Griswold – Rodriguez
Mr. and Mrs. Gerald (Jerry) Griswold of Salley are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Joanna L. Griswold, of Richardson, Texas, to Zackery Rodriguez, also from Richardson. The bride-elect is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin with a degree in finance. She is currently employed by TaxEase as a senior financial analyst. The bridegroom-elect is currently attending the University of North Texas seeking a degree in history. He is a veteran of the U. S. Army 82nd Airborne Infantry Division and the Texas National Guard, having served in both Iraq and Afghanistan. The wedding is planned for May 21, 2011, at Lantana Lake in Pilot Point,
“And you homeschool your kids, right?” I will never forget that question because it wasn’t a question, it was a statement. It was said just after my youngest finished throwing a tantrum because I would not let him go to the playground by himself. It’s almost comical now when I think back on it, because in just a few words, an entire group of innocent kids were stereotyped and inaccurate prejudices were voiced. Homeschool kids get a bad wrap. They are put on a pedestal, not by their parents, but by society. When they fall, act up or misbehave, “homeschool” gets the blame. It does not matter that they are kids and that they have faults and are not perfect, but because they are homeschooled, they are suppose to be perfect. After all, those who choose to educate their children at home think their kids are better than everyone else’s, right? Mine aren’t perfect; they are kids. They yell, holler, hit, throw things and fight with their brother. They have made an F, tried to skip out on homework and even lied and told me they practiced their music lesson. All things we are working on, just like every parent. Many people also forget about this little thing called personality. Homeschool takes the blame for it a lot, too.
Children are different in so many ways. My children happen to be loud and vocal. A trait they inherited from their father (as the entire town of Wagener rolls with laughter). Their personalities make them naturally outgoing, talkative, and energetic. They are natural leaders, especially my oldest who tends to lean toward the bossy side. But he also is well adapted to making a new friend and has the tendency to bring strangers to us and ask if he can go play with “Tommy” on the beach for awhile or ride bikes with “Lillie” at the campground. Some children aren’t like that. They are shy, reserved and would prefer to read a book or hang with mom and dad. These kids are in our public and private schools and some are homeschooled. If you run across a home-educated child that happens to be annoying, don’t pass the blame to homeschool. They may have inherited an irritating personality, just like a lot of kids in formalized school settings. So when you see my child at the baseball field, at the grocery store or even at the playground and he is misbehaving (which is not unusual for my 4-year-old), and he is screaming at his brother for snatching his Batman away, remember he is a normal kid, and I am a normal parent, and, just like you, we are trying to figure this “raising children” thing out.
Joanna Griswold and Zackery Rodriguez
Texas. After a honeymoon trip to Italy, the couple will reside in Texas.
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Harvest of Love event will be held Saturday, April 9
By HALEY HUGHES Staff writer
BIRTH
Riley Briggs Salley
Harvest of Love Outreach Ministries will give back to the community April 9 with a lot of free prizes. The third annual Community Celebration will take place at the Wagener Pavilion from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., and everyone is welcome to attend. Door prizes, certificates, free food and drink and cash giveaways are up for grabs. “Three years ago when the economy started getting bad, we decided around Easter to do something to give back,” said coordinator Eric Gleaton. “The more we give, the more we’re blessed.” There will be free food and drinks, certificates for free hair cuts and styles, free clothes, certificates for free gas, door prizes and cash giveaways every 30 minutes. The Shepeard Community Bloodmobile will be on hand as well. Live entertainment will be provided by several local artists. Harvest of Love Outreach Ministries is seeking donations. Those interested in assisting with the Community Celebration can contact Eric Gleaton at 646-5770, Keena Bynem at 507-2860 or Beatrice Gramblin at 645-1588.
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choosing to be left behind in a global discussion that could really be life changing for you.” Wheelock spoke a lot about dreams, stating that his dream hasn’t changed or been fulfilled, it has expanded. He admonished us to encourage our younger generation, “To go deeper and further is going to take a bunch of dreamers. We hope our children will rise up and take us deeper into our solar system and going boldly. The dream to reach the top of your game is alive in all of us, so much more in our children.” Speaking to the adults, the parents, the teachers, Wheelock said, “Any dream that our children have, nurture them, listen to them.” Wheelock is passionate about reaching our children. “We tend to put limitations on what our kids can dream. Knock down those barriers, allow your children’s dreams to flourish.” Wheelock talked about his childhood, growing up in a very small, rural community, a boy with such big dreams himself. Today no community is out of reach. Technology makes it easier to reach our dreams through collaboration. The TweetUp included a video of Wheelock’s recent trip to the ISS which can be seen here. After the amazing video which created an awe-inspired complete silence in the room of more than 100, he opened it up to questions. Shealey was allowed to ask the second question of the day, which concerned what is next for NASA. With the recent retirement of our shuttle, Wheelock said, we are going to have to “globally open our minds to what can happen next, it will require cooperation from other nations. In 25 to 30 years, we’ll be sending the first people to Mars or other planets. Those guys are somewhere in our school system right now, somewhere in elementary school, perhaps it is you, Bryson.” In 10 years, Wheelock hopes we have a new vehicle to replace
the shuttle, we’ll probably have commercial space flights and maybe visitors to the ISS will be able to stay up there for a year rather than the current six months. “The passion for exploration is a fire that burns inside all of us, I think. It will be a global effort.” The TweetUp Q&A lasted over an hour and finalized with Wheelock’s description of what space looks and smells like, a peculiar conversation, and the physical toll his body has taken from living in space for six months. Wheelock smiled, “It doesn’t take you long to realize we don’t really belong there.” Shealey and Sliker toured Washington, D.C., and returned to Wagener with an autographed photo of Astronaut Douglas Wheelock addressed to Busbee Elementary and another one addressed to Mrs. Tami Garvin, fourth-grade science teacher. “I think it is a wonderful opportunity for Bryson and nice recognition for Busbee,” Garvin said. “The fourth-grade class has been supportive and excited for one of our own to be picked for this honor. Our standards in fourth grade mainly deal with the planets, their locations and the phases of the moon; we don’t actually study about astronauts. I do, however, bring up videos and pictures of the space station and the Hubble Telescope, and we have discussed those.”
We also have In Memory of Brian and Victoria Tindall Gamecock-themed shirt in small through large ($15) and XL and up ($18) These shirts are the ones that will be available at the charity ride! There will also be a bake sale. Anyone who wishes to donate bake goods is greatly appreciated. Live music and karaoke will be available. Monetary donations for the Tindall children may be sent to Blizzard Funeral Home, P.O. Box 235, Wagener, SC 29164. Make sure check has “Tindall Children” on check.
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On Feb. 26-27, the Columbia Enduro Riders held the AMA National Enduro Series at Hollow Creek Fire Department, which had over 600 riders, to take to the sandy and sweeping trails. It was a big success. This was the best year we had in recent years. Thanks to Skip Wyman, Martin Arant, Rickey and Rhonda Dennis and all the Enduro riders and their families who made it possible. We owe it all to land owners who let the riders ride their land, to the people who cooked the food and served it, to the ones who baked all types of sweets for us to sell. Without this function our department could not operate. We were blessed this year by all the people in the community getting involved with the fire department. If you want a good department you must have the people of the community involved and behind you. We have already started planning for next year’s event. With the help of the people in the community, we can be the best fire department there is. Thanks again to everyone.
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Jane Williams Gleaton
SPRINGFIELD — A funeral service for Jane Williams Gleaton, 64, of Springfield, SC, were held at 4 p.m., Wednesday, March 16, 2011, at Springfield First Baptist Church with burial in the Springfield Cemetery. Memorials may be sent to ALS Association, SC Chapter, 1064 Gardner Road, Suite 101, Charleston, SC 29407. Jane passed away Monday, March 14, 2011, at her home. Born in Orangeburg County, she was a daughter of the late Olin J. Williams Sr. and Melba Cook Williams. She retired from the U.S. Postal service having worked for more than 30 years for the Wagener Post Office. She was a member of Springfield First Baptist Church and the Springfield Garden Club. Survivors include her husband, Fritz Gleaton; sons, Chesley (Caren) Gleaton of Denmark, Cody Gleaton of Springfield; sister, Jean W. (Billy) Boyne of Columbia; brother, Olin J. ‘Buddy’ (Karen) Williams Jr. of Blackville; mother-in-law, Eloise Gleaton Beatty of Springfield; grandsons, Ches, Cope, Conner and Cam; nieces and nephews, Jack, Kerrie, Brent, Michelle, Hal, Paige, Chad and Scott. She was preceded in death by sisters, Jeanette W. Still and June W. McLain. Visit our online registry at www.folkfuneralhome.com.
DEATHS AND FUNERALS
national at P.O. Box 23223, Columbia, SC Mrs. Smith was born in Columbia to the 29224. late David Clarance and Mamie Alice Davis. She was also preceded in death by her first husband Elmer L. Outlaw, Sr. and August 15, 1949 – March 7, 2011 second husband Rudolph B. Smith, sisters Ada D. WAGENER — Mrs. Margaret G. Goff, McLemore and Billy D. 61, entered into rest MonMcLemore, and brother day, March 7, 2011. She David L. Davis. Mrs. Smith lived most of her life in the was a member of Bethel Wagener area and moved UMC for over 50 years. to Spruce Pine, NC upon Smith She loved sewing, especially hemming baby retiring. Mrs. Goff was a loving blankets for the Birth Right program at her wife and mother who is sur- church. She worked a Tapps and Berry’s on vived by her husband of Main for many years. Mrs. Smith stayed Goff 10 years, William E. Goff, active until a few months ago. A graveside service was held at 11 a.m. on sons and daughters-in-law; Robert and Barbara Johnson, Richard and Penny Johnson, Friday, March 25 at Crescent Hill Memorial and Ray’s wife, Sheila Johnson, daughter Gardens, 2603 Two Notch Road, Columbia, and son-in-law; Melissa and Jim Lambert, SC with the Rev. Todd Davis officiating. In lieu of flowers, make memorials to: grandchildren; Waylon, Kevin, Crystal, Matt, Christopher, Rebekah, Kimberly, Richard, Agape Senior, 2705 Leaphart Rd., West Jr., Tiffany and Lee, 11 great grandchildren, Columbia, SC 29169 or Bethel United brother Gatlin M. Gunter, Jr. and his wife Methodist Church, 4600 Daniel Dr., ColumBetty, and sisters Ann Hoover-Repic and her bia, SC 29206. husband Tom, Sara Shealy and her husband Mickey and Susan and her husband Ricky. Mrs. Goff was the daughter of the late GatJune 21, 1962 – March 23, 2011 lin Martin Gunter, Sr. and Mary Inez Snipes WAGENER — Mrs. Julie Ann Brown Gunter. She was also predeceased by her son Taylor, 48, went to be with the Lord WednesCarol Ray Johnson. day, March 23, 2011. The funeral service was held at 10 a.m. FriJulie was the loving wife day, March 11 in the Calvary United Methodfor 29 years of the Terry ist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Ray Taylor, Sr. She was the The family asks that memorials be made mother of Terry R. “T.J.” to the Calvary United Methodist Church at Taylor Jr. and William P.O. Box 148, Swansea, SC 29160, Enon “Will” Wyatt Taylor. She Lutheran Church at 4100 Pond Branch Rd., Leesville, SC 29070 or the American Cancer was the daughter of Mary Society at 128 Stonemark Lane, Columbia, Taylor Ann Poole Brown and the SC 29210. late William Audrey “Son” Brown and the sister of Carol Aubrey “Peanut” (Sherrie) Hooker Jr. Karen Poole was her special cousin. March 23, 1915 – March 20, 2011 Julie was a member of Berlin Baptist WEST COLUMBIA — Mrs. Beulah Church. She owned her own cleaning busiEvelyn Davis Smith, 95, entered into rest on ness for more than 15 years. Sunday March 20, 2011. The funeral service was held Saturday, Mrs. Smith is survived by her son, Elmer March 26 at 3 p.m. in Berlin Baptist Church L. Outlaw, Jr. and his wife Daphne “Dee” with Dr. Tommy Huddleston officiating. of Wagener, grandchildren; Sam (Larry) Burial was in the church cemetery. Parker and LeWanda (Dwayne) Fulmer, The family request that memorials be great grandchildren; Brandi Brown and Wil- made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, liam T. Koster, brother Richard I. Davis of 537 Long Point Rd., Ste. 203, Mt. Pleasant, Columbia, and many nieces and nephews. SC 29464.
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Margaret G. Goff
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June 9, 1936 – March 23, 2011 SALLEY — Mr. David Poston Bell, 74, entered into rest Wednesday, March 23, 2011. Mr. Bell is survived by his wife of 55 years, Norma Jean Russell Bell, children; Patty (Jack) Davis of Springfield, Pamela Jean (Scotty) Poole of Charleston, and Paula Kay (Ralph) Hutson of Lexington, grandchildren; Davey (Lani) Taylor, Nikki (Joe) Starrett, Patrick (Morgan) Taylor, Wesley Poole, Shaun (Tara) Bell-Poole, Kelsey (Kyle) Livingston, Sommer (Shaun Gilbert) Hutson, Ashleigh (Wayne) Starrett, and Savannah Hutson, great grandchildren; Debbie Taylor, Billy Taylor, Marshall Starrett, Courtney Taylor, Lola Taylor, and Ryleigh Starrett, and brother Alvin (Barbara Ann) Bell. Mr. Bell was the son of the late Soverign Benjamin “S.B.” and Mattie Fannie Poston Bell. He was a veteran of the U. S. Army National Guard, and a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church. Mr. Bell retired from Western Electric after 30 years of service. He loved farming and his animals. The funeral service was held at 3 p.m. Sunday, March 27 in the Tabernacle Baptist Church with burial in the church cemetery. Active pallbearers were Davey Taylor, Patrick Taylor, Wesley Poole, Shaun Bell-Poole, Wayne Starrett, Joe Starrett, and Billy Taylor. Employees of Western Electric served as honorary pallbearers.
Travis Eugene Cromer
Margaret Carson Felder
July 26, 1972 – February 21, 2011 WAGENER — Mr. Travis Eugene Cromer, 38, entered into rest, Monday, February 21, 2011. Travis is survived by his beloved wife Sarah Fulmer Cromer, mother Brenda “Polly” Gantt Cooper, sisters Brenda Carroll (Thomas) Allegood of Charleston, Lendy Sexton of Columbia and Mary Morris of Pelion, Cromer grandmother Sina Gantt, niece Austin Williford, nephew Alex Orthener, and special friend Jennifer Carroll. Travis was predeceased by his father Larry Gene Cromer and grandfather Frank W. Gantt. The funeral service was held Friday, Feb. 25 at 2 p.m. in New Holland Pentecostal Holiness Church with burial in the Wagener Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to The Gideons Inter-
Beulah Evelyn Davis Smith
ORANGEBURG — Mrs. Margaret Carson Felder, 85, on Friday, March 18, 2011. The Lord called her home to rest. She was the daughter of the late Sam and Hattie Carson born in Orangeburg County, S.C. She was a member of Antioch Baptist Church, North, S.C. Margaret was married to the late Fletcher Felder, this union was blessed with seven children. She was preceded in death by her husband, one son, Ralph K. Felder, one grandson, John L. Schofield. Those left to cherish her loving memories are daughters, Patricia A. Sandra I. and Linda Felder; three brothers, Charles E., Robert K. and Ronald F. Felder (Deborah); four grandchildren, Melanie K., Bretly M., Amber and Brandon; two greatgrandchildren, Zakia and Toshauna; two sisters, Jessie and Ada; brother Linwood; sisterin-laws, Magnolia, Ruby and Katherine and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and very good friends. Funeral services for Mrs. Margaret took place on Tuesday, March 22, 2011. Burial was in the Swedenburg-Gunter Cemetery. informed. It is my hope that South Carolina mayors will again stand together in future elections, with vigorous efforts to replace those officials in Washington who ignore our pleas by supporting cuts in the Community Development Block Grant program.
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the possibility of most planned improvements to our rapidly failing infrastructure and
Wagener as a whole. In their letter released by the Municipal Association of SC, the mayors said, “We certainly understand the challenges Congress is facing to reduce the federal deficit and get federal spending under control. But we can
cite hundreds of examples where the CDBG program has been a significant catalyst for the local economies of cities and towns.” We will be closely monitoring the influence peddling and voting records of our elected officials in Washington, and keep you
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