Wednesday, January 25, 2012

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Whooo loves you? Happy Valentineʼs Day!
Wagenermonthly
Wednesday, January 25, 2012
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FROM THE MAYOR’S DESK
On Feb. 1, the Wagener Community
Medical Center is scheduled to reopen.
Doctor Vasant Garde will relocate his practice to the office, to be
later joined by Doctor
William Clark and a
staff of other familiar
faces. We thank all
whose concern and
efforts made this timely
transition possible.
I especially want to
thank Mr. Troy Cates
and Walter Odiorne at
South Carolina Surplus
MAYOR MIKE
– Federal Program for
MILLER
their kind help and support in making this happen.
Work is under way on the desperately
needed water system improvements, with
the supply line replacement along east
Railroad Avenue nearly complete. The
next phase of this work will follow in the
areas of South Busbee and S.C. Highway
302 to Lakeshore Drive and Wagener Salley High School.
Also, preliminary work has begun on the
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THE NEW COUNCIL: Councilmen George Smith, left, and Joey Black, right, joined Marlon Hudson, second from left, Mayor Mike Miller, center,
and John Hudson, second from right, for their first Town Council meeting on Jan. 3. See photos of Smith’s and Black’s swearing-in on page 24.
old Gulf station lot at the corner of Main
and Church Streets. Plans are to construct
a small parking lot and a “green space”
park area. Matching funds for this and
the water system project were procured
through the Community Development
Block Grant program.
On Tuesday, Jan. 3, Councilmen George
Smith and Joey Black took the oath of
office, and since have been hard at work
with the many challenges of the office.
We are fortunate to welcome them to the
Council as I feel we will all greatly benefit
from their sound judgment and contributions to our community.
Wagener’s Colvin enjoys year as first-time Greendale principal
BY ROB NOVIT
rnovit@aikenstandard.com
her family to Wagener when she was in the
10th grade. She graduated from WagenerSalley High, crediting English IV and V
teacher Connie Kiser as an early influence.
“She was the best teacher,” said Colvin.
“She kept everybody interested and said that
everybody’s opinion matters. I realized the
classroom was the place for me.”
Colvin received her undergraduate degree
in elementary education and especially
enjoyed children’s literature with Dr. Maggie Riedell. She did her internship at what
is now Busbee Corbett Elementary Middle
School.
She also learned from her husband Jerry’s parents. Billy Colvin taught at Ridge
Spring-Monetta High and served as a principal at schools in Neeses and Springfield.
NEW ELLENTON — Following the fall
semester at Greendale Elementary School
as a first-time principal, Sonya Colvin is
enjoying the new direction she has taken in
administration.
After eight years as a special-education
teacher, Colvin began working as a coordinator in that area for several years. In 2010,
she took the assistant principal’s position at
North Aiken Elementary School, working
with principal Rhonda Ray.
“I was fortunate to have that opportunity,”
Colvin said. “I didn’t realize how much I
loved being back in the schools. There are
challenges, but we have hard-working teachers who meet them head-on every day.”
A native of Holly Hill, Colvin moved with SEE PRINCIPAL, 24
STAFF PHOTO BY ROB NOVIT
FITTING RIGHT IN: Greendale Elementary School Principal Sonya Colvin, new to the school
this year, is joined by students, from left, Jonathan Thompson, Corey Heath, Aidan Williams,
Jonathan Zayas, Shayden Wood and Jayla Valentine.
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Gone are the days when kids could play without worrying
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.
ing then as it does today.
Emily said that she was 3 years
old and Brother was a baby when
they moved to
Wagener with their
parents, T.P. and
Mary McMillan. Mr.
McMillan worked
for SCE&G; he is
the first “light man”
that I remember in
Wagener.
Gone Are the Days
I can remember
Several days ago my brother Charlie
being at Granddaddy
and I were on the side street next to
and Grandmama
his house talking. I was in my car and
LEMYRA
Tyler’s house and
Charlie was standing outside talking
YOUNG
playing with Emily
with me through the driver’s window.
and Brother and all of the other chilIt was shortly after 7:00 in the
dren in the neighborhood. I must have
morning; I had driven in to Charlie’s
been about 4 years old.
to get our State paper.
One game we often played was
The State stopped delivery to our
rolling down the hill at Mrs. Osma
house several years ago after delivering it to our same address for 40 years. Holley’s house, which was across the
street from Granddaddy and GrandThe excuse was not enough people in
mama’s house. That hill is no longer
our area subscribed to it.
After many months and many, many there; it was leveled off when the old
Take a Break was built.
quarters with my husband Garry drivWe would lay down at the top of the
ing into Wagener every morning buyhill next to the side walk with arms
ing one from a paper box, we wised
down by our sides and take turns rollup and had it delivered to Charlie’s
ing down the hill.
house.*
The hill, which was really Mrs.
Well, since it was early morning,
there were cars and school buses going Osma’s yard, was covered in grass.
It really wasn’t a hill; it was more of
in all directions. Two red sports cars
a slope maybe 4 feet high; however,
driven by teenagers came by not too
Emily and I both agree that it seemed
slowly.
to be a mountain.
Charlie commented that when his
I remember that one time I was itchboys were young, they rode their toy
cars up and down this same road since ing so from the grass that I covered
my arms in Mercurochrome. I know
there was little traffic then.
Mama really appreciated that. It took a
Charlie’s oldest son Chet had a toy
week’s worth of baths to wear off the
chicken that he rode constantly. He
orange stripes.
would begin on the pavement about
Grandmama and Mrs. Osma each
even with the garage and race down
the short incline just managing to stop had a goldfish pool in their yard. That
must have been a popular yard feature
before entering the main road. Ann
for that era. I don’t remember anyone
would be running beside him just in
else in Wagener having a gold fish
case he didn’t stop in time.
pool but them.
Chet wore out the toes of his tenWe children were fascinated with the
nis shoes putting on brakes; the entire
pools. We would get on our knees and
time he would be saying, “Bo, Chick
lean over as far as we could. EventuChick!” translation “Whoa Chick
ally one of us would fall in; fortuChick!” That was 30 years ago, and
nately the pools were not very deep. I
yes, things have changed.
can remember being sopping wet and
After Charlie’s comment about the
sloshing as I went to find Grandmama.
traffic, I then shared with him that
I guess Mrs. Osma did not mind us
Emily McMillan Branch and I recently
talked about when she and her brother playing in her yard. I never remember
Tommy, who is called “Brother,” lived her saying a word to any of us. I loved
Mrs. Osma; when I small, I called her
in the old Gardner house which is
“Ozzieserze” because she had given
between my brother Charlie and his
wife Ann’s house and the Family Dol- Mama and Daddy fig preserves.
Emily commented to me that we
lar. That was many, many years ago,
and, of course, the house looked noth- were really fortunate to grow up in
Wagener. We never felt afraid, and
everyone looked out for each other.
Emily said that the only time that she
remembers being scared was when she
and Brother would walk to the movie
theater.
The lot, where the Red and White
grocery store is now, was a vacant
field until 1955, and the funeral home
was just where it is today. Emily said
that they would run past the field and
the funeral home as fast as they could,
and then on the return walk home they
would run past the funeral home and
the field as fast as they could.
I can just image all of the “boogers”
they envisioned to be waiting for them
in the field. Before the store was built,
Grandmama and Granddaddy often
planted a small garden in the field.
What I remember most about the
vacant field were the wild plum bushes that grew next to the sidewalk. I
recall when I was about 5 or 6 years
old, I was spending the afternoon and
night with Grandmama and Granddaddy.
Off and on during the afternoon, I
would visit the plum bushes and get
my fill of green plums. When supper
time arrived, I was not very hungry.
However, I did not tell Grandmama
about the plums.
Later that night, I was getting ready
for bed. I told Grandmama that my
stomach did not feel so good. Then I
threw up everywhere; my secret was
out. Grandmama had to strip the bed
covers and me too. I slept in Granddaddy’s undershirt that night.
The old Gardner house is the sight
of a bit of intrigue from the early days
of Wagener. I don’t know any names;
however, I have heard this tale from
more than one source.
There was a murder in Wagener,
and the murderer hid out in the Gardner house over night. The next day
he slipped out of town disguised as a
woman. I bet Emily and Brother would
have really been scared if they had
known that tale!
Good memories make good feelings;
keep sharing the memories.
* Charlie and Ann and Garry and I
feel very fortunate; Charlie and Ann
live in our grandparent’s house, and
Garry and I live on their farm.
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WAGENER WOMEN’S WELL
Dental Tips
from
Dr. Williams
Edisto Dental Associates
What's behind dental cavities?
Cavities are a problem for adults and children alike. Some people seem more susceptible to cavities
than others, and the pH of the mouth and other factors may play a role in the formation of cavities.
The number of dental caries, or cavities, increases with age. According to the National Institute of Dental
and Craniofacial Research, dental decay remains the most prevalent chronic disease in both children and
adults, even though it is largely preventable. Although it may seem like children who love sugar would
have the highest rate of cavities, data actually shows that 92 percent of adults in the U.S. age 20 to 64 have
dental caries in their permanent teeth and an average of 3.28 missing teeth. Canadian oral health statistics
indicate that 96 percent of adults have dental caries.
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GETTING READY FOR “LOVE DAY”: Dorothy holding a Valentine apron.
BY REV. FRANCES ALBERTA WILLIAMS
The Women’s Well is planning a big
event on Tuesday, Feb. 14. This day is dedicated as a “Love Day” nationally and can
be your love/heart connection in Wagener.
The Women’s Well will be giving away
flowers to the first 50 guests and serving
refreshments along with providing hospitality to all who come by. We have gifts for
your sweethearts and blessings galore. The
time will be from 9:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m.
at 117 Railroad Avenue.
Feb. 14 is also the kickoff for the
15-year anniversary celebration for Christ
Central Ministries. Pastor Jimmy Jones
began the ministry in Columbia on May
18, 1997, at the corners of Main Street and
Elmwood Avenue using a trash can top as
his pulpit. Since that humble beginning,
God has done amazing things through
Christ Central.
The Women’s Well, a Christ Central
Ministry, is scripturally based and modeled
after the Samaritan woman found in the
gospel of John 4:7, 10, 13-14. Jesus took
quite a risk when He engaged in conversation with the woman at the well.
In New Testament times, Samaritans
were especially despised by the Jews; and
no respectable Rabbi would stoop low
enough to speak to a Jewish woman, let
alone to a woman from Samaria. Even His
disciples “marveled that He talked to a
woman.” (John 4:27) However, Jesus did
not always abide by the cultural or reli-
gious customs of his day. His single focus
was to see people saved, healed, delivered
and made whole. When it came to snatching souls from hell, He had no regard for
race, tradition, or gender … He met her at
the Well (John 4:25). He spoke to her of
His living water and pointed out her sin
without being harsh or condescending. He
spoke to her of true worship and then identified Himself as the Messiah. She left the
well a changed women, went to the nearby
city, and began spreading the news that the
Messiah had finally come.
Jesus is still speaking to women today.
No matter what your past has been, take
comfort in the fact that He already knows.
You have nothing to hide, nothing to be
ashamed of in His presence. He knows
every sin and secret, and He is eager to be
the living water you are thirsting for.
Come meet with us at the Well on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. until 3:00
p.m. for prayer, praise, worship and fellowship. There you will find helping hands
and healing hearts.
Gail Sharpe, an ordained minister with
Christ Central, is leading a new women’s
group starting Saturday, March 31 at 6
p.m. at the Women’s Well. “Resurrected
Women” is for women 18 years of age and
older. The purpose of this group is to help
draw you closer to God, gain freedom from
our past and find new freedom in Jesus. If
you would like more information, please
call 803-608-2557.
Until next month, be blessed.
What causes a cavity?
Bacteria is the main culprit behind cavities. Bacteria migrate into the mouth and are constantly present
on the gums, teeth and tongue. While most oral bacteria are not harmful, certain types can prove
troublesome. Bacteria attach to the enamel of the teeth and eventually start to form a colony. Proteins
present in saliva mix with the bacteria, which then forms a hard layer on the tooth known as plaque.
Sugar plays a role in the process because the bacteria use sugar as a food source. The sugar also helps
them stick to the tooth surface, making it more difficult for bacteria to be cleared away with saliva. As
bacteria eat the sugar, they produce waste, which is acidic. Over time, this acid can wear away at the tough
enamel on teeth, making it porous. These holes can become bigger, eventually forming what is known as a
cavity.
It may take a while before you realize you have a cavity because the enamel of the tooth doesn't have
nerve fibers. But once the cavity becomes large enough to expose the
sensitive dentin within, pain ensues.
Preventing cavities
Cavities can be largely prevented by brushing and flossing regularly
to remove extra bacteria from the teeth, and preventing them from
attaching and building up on the teeth.
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings also play a preventative
role. Dentists have equipment that can effectively clean teeth in areas
that can sometimes be difficult to keep clean with just manual
brushing.
High susceptibility to cavities
Medications and biology can affect the pHof a person's mouth and
contribute to the formation of dental caries. When pH drops, demineralization of the tooth enamel occurs
and cavities form. Some forms of bacteria contribute to tooth decay more than others.
As mentioned, sugar feeds bacteria growth. Research by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
has found that it's not often the amount of sugar eaten at a given time, but the frequency of sugar exposure
that can lead to cavities. Sucrose, it seems, is bacteria's prefered energy source. Saliva production is
important for keeping bacteria at bay. Individuals who produce less bacteria, due to medication or their
physical history, may be more susceptible to cavities.
Dental caries are a common health problem. Knowing what causes them can help with prevention.
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Former Wagener educator enjoys chance to visit area
BY ROB NOVIT
rnovit@aikenstandard.com
Dr. Nancy Busbee’s work in education began in Wagener, where she took
a teaching job at A.L. Corbett Middle
School.
She still lives in that community, but
her career has taken her to some unanticipated heights.
State Superintendent Dr. Mick Zais
appointed Busbee as the deputy superintendent in the Division of Accountability last June.
She was in Aiken on Jan. 10 for one
of a series of public hearing on the State
Department of Education’s plan to seek
a waiver on some of the regulations
related to the federal No Child Left
Behind Act.
Busbee was greeted warmly by old
friends like School Board Chair Rosemary English, Deputy Superintendent
David Caver and former principal Dr.
Randy Stowe, now the district’s director
of administration.
“I take a lot of pride in what I do at
the State Department,” Busbee said.
“But I do miss the people here and miss
the direct connection with schools and
teachers.”
She spent 27 years with the Aiken
school system. Busbee served as assistant principal at Corbett before joining
the district’s office of grants management.
She later became the director of that
office, working with federal programs,
teacher development and the gifted and
talented programs.
Seven years ago, she was named the
federal program’s director at the State
Department.
The office evolved over time, taking
on more state and federal accountability
responsibilities.
Busbee became the interim deputy
superintendent in December 2010 before
receiving the permanent appointment
from Zais, who is completing his first
year in office.
“It was an advantage for me to have
district experience knowing the requirements at the school and district level,”
said Busbee. “I could design things in a
way to be less impactful on what they
had to do. I felt I came here as their
advocate.”
The Division of Accountability is
a large department with about 150
A REUNION FOR BUSBEE: Dr. Nancy
Busbee, a state deputy superintendent for
accountability, talks with Aiken County Board
of Education member Levi Green, left, and
Aiken Director of Administration Dr. Randy
Stowe at a public hearing on a proposed
waiver for federal regulations related to
testing. Busbee was an Aiken County School
District administrator before moving to the
State Department of Education in 2005.
employees working dozens of programs.
All fall under seven areas – career
and technology education, exceptional
children, student intervention services,
federal and state accountability, data
management, report card analysis and
adult education.
“In my current position,” Busbee
said, “I’ve gained insight to the various
programs that are offered and funneled
through the Department of Education.
Every day I’m impressed with the quality of the staff. They’re focused and
knowledgeable and are always seeking
what they can do to assist school districts.”
Senior writer Rob Novit has worked
at the Aiken Standard for the past 10
years. He covers education news and
general assignments.
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BUSBEE K-KIDS
January is service
project month for the
K-Kids at Busbee.
They were challenged
to see how many different ways that each
individual K-Kid could
help their family and
community. The service had to be one that
was over and beyond
what they normally do
each month and each
service had to be verified by an adult. The
services range from
raking a neighbor’s
yard, carrying groceries
for someone, visiting a
nursing home, babysitting for someone and
many more. Each
service will be without
pay. At the February
meeting the K-Kids
will turn in their list to
see who did the most
service and be recognized at the end of the
school year.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETINGS
Listed below are the dates that the Salley Town Council
is scheduled to meet during the year 2012 for regular
meetings. All meetings will be held at the Town of Salley
Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m.
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2011 Town of Salley Council Meeting Dates
(3rd Monday of each month)
January 16th
July 16th
February 20th
August 20th
March 19th
September 17th
April 16th
October 15th
May 21st
November 19th
June 18th
December 17th
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Small town America 2012
JANUARY BEES
right back.
He called me within 10 minutes,
had
solved the problem, told me he
Work harder, work smarter, work
would
take care of everything and
faster, and faster and faster!
for me not to worry anymore about
It would seem that the motto for
the situation.
survival in the economic world of
I apologized for my error, but he
2012 hasn’t changed much from that
simply
assured me that we all have
of the previous year.
those
stressed
moments occasionThe only difference is that we are
ally!
all a bit older and more exhausted
Later that afternoon, David, anothfrom trying to keep up the necessary
er helpful teller, stopped by with
pace!
some paperwork that would finish
In a society where honesty and
straightening out our little problem.
integrity seem to be in short supply
While he was there, I asked him
everywhere and where kindness and
to check on several other things I
concern for our fellowman, animals
and our environment seem to be lost, wanted information about.
He said he would be happy to
I am happy and feel blessed to live
check
on those items, and believe it
in the deep South in a small town
or
not,
he was back with the inforcalled Wagener, where kindness and
mation I requested within the hour!
concern for others still seem to be
I must say that really is efficient
priorities with most people – young
service – and every bit of it with a
and old alike.
I am proud to live in a community smile and pleasant conversation as
where families still consider weekly well.
The people working in this small
worship services an absolute must
and meals eaten together around the town business are certainly reaching
out to the community with kindness
family table a necessity of life.
and concern, and doing so with a
Several weeks ago I was the
good attitude.
recipient of a dose of the aboveThey are certainly serving as a
mentioned kindness and concern
positive example for all the rest of
from those working in one of our
us!
area businesses.
In closing, I ask all of you to
As I was making up a bank deposit
remember
our soldiers serving in
one hectic Friday afternoon, I made
foreign
countries.
a procedural error without ever realPlease take the time to send a solizing what I had done. I dropped my
dier a care package or just a card,
deposit at the bank and went on to
put out the next fire waiting for me. letting them know that you appreciate their service to our country.
Several days later, I was checkIf you don’t know a specific soling my balance and discovered that
dier serving just send one addressed
there was something terribly wrong
to “Any Soldier.” It will be appreci– which certainly spelled bad news
ated.
for me!
Please remember the Donation
I immediately called Security FedCenter
sponsored by the Ladies Auxeral and started asking questions.
Everyone I talked to was quite help- iliary of our local VFW Post.
The center is located at 181 Brown
ful but seemed to be puzzled as to
Street, Salley, and is open to the
exactly what the problem was and
public every first Monday of the
how it had occurred.
month, beginning at 3 p.m.
Tellers Angel and Megan were
Visit them and choose some items
very kind and helpful but didn’t
know exactly what caused the prob- you would like to have in return for
a donation that will go to help our
lem.
soldiers!
Angel said that she would have
For more information about the
Scott Tindal, the branch manager,
center
contact Pam Lybrand at (803)
call me as soon as he was available.
Scott called, I explained my dilem- 258-1131.
God bless you, and God bless
ma as best I could, and he said he
America.
would check things out and call me
BY WES BOMMER
BY JOHNNIE ALLEN WEST
Columnist
At this time, our commercial
beekeepers will be loading up the
semi-tractor trailers to pollinate the
almond crop.
This is a four- to five-day trip for
the bees.
The bees will normally be hosed
down daily to provide water and
cooling.
Temperatures in the center of a
load of bees will get quite high.
Once at the California state line,
state inspectors will inspector the
loads.
One of the things that they will be
inspecting for is fire ants.
As a technical test, they will place
a piece of Spam 1-inch square on the
load and wait for 30 minutes to see
if they find fire ants.
Fire ants being a protein eater
California believe the spam test is an
accurate way of insuring no fire ants
enter their state.
Once cleared to enter California,
the bees will be moved to a holding
yard to be inspected to determine the
rate of payment per hive.
In about one week, the bees will
be placed in the almond orchards,
and then the beekeeper gets to spend
14 to 16 hours in a bee suit a day for
up to three weeks while the bees are
in the orchards.
Local beekeepers will start feeding
a light sugar solution to the bees to
stimulate the queen to start laying.
This will ensure that the hives will
be bubbling over with bees when our
honey flow starts.
With the bees only making one-
twelfth of a teaspoon in their lifetime, we need lots of bees to fill all
those jars and buckets with honey.
Beginning beekeeping courses
called a short course are starting in
clubs throughout South Carolina.
There is a fee for this class, but it
is all returned in books and membership.
This class will take you from your
living room to where you will be
successfully keeping bees this summer.
A short course is always taught by
experienced beekeepers.
A recent law passed by South Carolina legislators will be a great help
to the beekeepers.
This law will relax some of the
requirements for selling honey.
Wes Bommer is a Master Gardener, member of Wagener Garden
Club and president of Mid-State
Beekeepers and the State Beekeepers Association.
NAMES & NOTES
Anderson named to fall president’s list at Winthrop
Robert Wayne Anderson, son of Robert and Pam Anderson of Wagener, was named
to the fall 2011 president’s list at Winthrop University. Wayne, a sophomore at Winthrop, is majoring in mathematics.
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Starlight Cinema holds
another year of movies
ORDER OF THE EASTERN STAR
rated G.
BY HALEY HUGHES
hhughes@aikenstandard.com
• On March 23, the movie “Mr. Popper’s Penguins,” will be held at Johnny
Wood Park in Belvedere. The movie stars
Jim Carrey as a businessman who inherits
six penguins. It is rated PG.
• Starlight Cinema is dinner and a movie
on April 27. Reservations are required for
the event to be held at Camp Gravatt. The
movie will be “Rio,” an animated movie
about a domesticated macaw who takes
off on an adventure to Rio de Janeiro. It is
• “Marley & Me” will be shown at
Cumberland Village on May 8. It is rated
PG.
• On June 1, “Alvin and the Chimpmunks: Chipwrecked” will be shown at
the Aiken County Recreation Center. It
is rated G.
• “Flicka 2” will be shown at WagenerSalley High School on Aug. 10. The
movie follows Carrie who moves to a horse
ranch in Wyoming to live with her father.
She meets Flicka, a wild mustang, and the
two form a special bond. It is rated PG.
• On Sept. 21, Starlight Cinema will be
at Boyd Pond Park showing “The Big
Year.” The movie is rated PG.
• “We Bought a Zoo” will be shown
at Harrison Caver Park in Burnettown
on Oct. 5 as part of the Sassafras Festival.
The movie is about family who moves to
the countryside to renovate and re-open a
struggling zoo. It is rated PG.
• The final Starlight Cinema will be Nov.
21 at the Salley Civic Center showing
“Home Alone.” It is rated PG.
For more information on Starlight Cinema or any Aiken County PRT program,
call 642-7559.
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Aiken County Parks, Recreation and
Tourism’s outdoor movie program, Starlight Cinema, continues this year with new
films.
The first showing of the year was “Diary
of a Wimpy Kid: Rodrick Rules” on Friday,
Jan. 20 at Leavelle McCampbell Middle
School in Graniteville in partnership with
the school PTO.
Each Starlight Cinema movie night
is open to the public and free to attend.
Unless otherwise specified, the movies start
right after dark, which is typically between
8:15 and 8:30 p.m.
Aiken County Parks, Recreation and
Tourism staff secured an accommodations
tax grant for the purchase of the inflatable
movie screen, which is erected at a different Aiken County location each month for
public movie nights.
The screen is about 35 feet wide and 23
feet tall.
Attendees are encouraged to bring camping chairs, towels or blankets to sit on.
Glass containers are prohibited at all the
events, and pets must remain under control
and on a leash at all times.
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SAMANTHA WHITE-SIMMONDS NAMED FIREMAN OF THE YEAR FOR 2011
The Salley Volunteer Fire Department
held its annual Christmas dinner on
Saturday, Jan. 14 at Gilligan’s Seafood
Restaurant in Lexington.
Samantha White-Simmonds was
selected as the Salley Fire Department’s
Fireman of the Year for 2011.
During the year, Samantha exhibited
the interest and dedication you would
expect from your firefighters.
She has attended training classes and
volunteered for extra duties, such as
assisting with teaching school children
on fire safety and with various Fire
House duties.
Samantha wishes to become a career
firefighter in the future.
With her determination, she will
achieve this goal.
The Salley Fire Department is fortunate to have personnel like Samantha.
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What’s the godly way to treat animals?
10,000 per day. Much of this results from
pet owners failing to spay or neuter their
Contributor
animals.
Mahatma Gandhi – viewed by many
And that’s how we treat the animals we
(including Martin Luther King, Jr.) as one of love. As for the animals we raise for food
the greatest moral leaders of the 20th centu- consumption, my guess is that few Ameriry – opined that the moral fiber of a society
cans have any inkling of the horror these
is best gauged by how we treat our animals. poor creatures endure.
So, as a Baptist preacher who is interested
For a glimpse into what it looks like,
in the morality of my country, I decided to
check out “Eating Animals” by Jonathan
check us out.
Safran Foer. It will fry your grits.
What I found has alarmed me. Worse still
The book of Genesis says God gave
is the fact that so few of us are talking about humans dominion over the earth, including
it. Eureka. “A moral blind spot.”
everything “that creeps upon it.” But here’s
Let’s start with the animals we profess to
the thing. Dominion does not the right to
love: our pets. Many of us cherish our dogs, exploit or behave irresponsibly.
cats or other critters and consider them part
The concept of responsible stewardship
of the family. We spare no expense when
is implied in every delegation of biblical
caring for them. Others of us just skirt by,
authority, and stewardship means being
particularly once the novelty of owning a pet good caretakers of all that has been entrustwears off.
ed to us.
Owner complacency becomes indifferWould you call packing animals shoulder
ence; indifference become neglect. One of
to shoulder in their own excrement or wirthe saddest outcomes is a dog that is chained ing them into cages where their personal
and left in the yard. A tethered dog lives
space is smaller than a piece of printer paper
in utter misery without physical or mental
humane or responsible stewardship?
stimulation.
One can’t help but wonder what Jesus
Owner neglect on a much larger scale
would think of all this. Certainly, he was not
results in 3 million to 4 million dogs and
a vegetarian. Jesus appears to eaten fish roucats being euthanized each year. That’s
tinely and once spoke of killing a fatted calf.
BY OLIVER THOMAS
But Jesus was not cruel. He came from
a religious tradition that still has rituals and
practices associated with animal slaughter
that reflect a pervasive respect for all God’s
creatures.
Jesus described himself as the “good
shepherd” – one who lays down his life for
the sheep. Does that sound like a factory
farmer to you?
So how do we push back? First, become
informed, as painful as that might be.
Second, you can join the growing list of
cities and states that have banned or placed
restrictions on chaining animals, such as
Texas, or that have banned the most inhumane factory farming practices, such as
Florida and California.
Third, eat less meat. I’ve had rabbis tell
me vegetables are the favored diet for Jews.
We Christians should follow suit.
Get familiar with your local restaurants
and grocery stores. Find out what’s really
free-range and what isn’t.
The problem with moral blind spots is
they’re invisible. At least until someone
points them out. And, believe me, blissful
ignorance has its benefits.
Part of me wishes that I was still tooling
down life’s highway blithely munching my
bacon-wrapped chicken nuggets.
BRIEFLY
Church opens doors
for community to
pray and meditate
The Wagener United Methodist
Church will have its sanctuary open
from noon until 1 p.m. and 6 to 7
p.m. every Wednesday beginning Feb.
1.
The United Methodist Church’s
motto is “Open hearts, open minds,
open doors.”
The Wagener church wants to fulfill
this by inviting anyone in the community, no matter what your faith, to
come into the sanctuary during these
hours on Wednesdays to pray and
meditate in whatever way you see fit.
We feel this is needed in our community and we want to reach out so
everyone can feel the closeness of our
Lord. We want anyone in the community to feel they can come and kneel
at the altar to talk with the Lord, or
just sit in a pew and meditate during
this time.
Please come and avail yourself of
this wonderful privilege to be close to
Jesus Christ.
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BERLIN BAPTIST’S NEWEST MEMBERS
Choosing to be a person of love DON’T JUDGE
As you know, Feb. 14 is Valentine’s
Day. Plans will be made to express
love and appreciation, in a tangible
way, to that special
person.
The volume of
cards received, candy
eaten and flowers
given will be mindboggling.
Each act will be
motivated by love.
I remember
exchanging Valentine
DR. TOMMY
cards with classmates
HUDDLESTON
in school. It was
exciting!
The night before the “big day,” I
would go over my list to make sure I
did not forget anyone.
To forget someone would have
defeated the whole purpose and been
painful for me. I did pretty well in
that area.
Over the years I have encountered
many people who have indicated frustration in expressing their love.
Some refuse to do so because of the
pain they have experienced. For others it is due to an unforgiving heart.
Does this sound like you? Maybe
your love has been rejected or taken
advantage of.
As a person who can relate to the
above, I encourage you to choose to
be a person of love. It is easy to love
those who love you, but it takes inner
resolve to love that person who does
not love you back.
The one principle I live by is that,
“Love is just a word until it does
something.” Choose to love!
The greatest expression of love I
have ever received is from God (John
3:16). I John 4:8 declares, “God is
love.”
He loves us unconditionally; regardless of how I respond to Him, there is
nothing I can do to end His love for
me. Humans usually put conditions on
their love.
God has no knowledge of this kind
of love. You may have a reason to
question the love of others, but God
will love you forever. You are always
loved by Him.
The greatest day of my life was the
day I received God’s Valentine to me
in the person of Jesus Christ.
The truth is everything on God’s
heart for the world is given and
revealed in Jesus: true love, real forgiveness and the only way to have a
personal relationship with God (John
14:6).
All are motivated by God’s unconditional love! If you have not received
God’s Valentine, you are missing out
on God’s best for you.
Henry Blackaby says, “You cannot
have a relationship with God and not
be affected by His love.”
God’s love in you will allow you
to love as He loves. God never withholds His love under any circumstances.
Choosing to be a person of love is
faith in God’s power to love through
you and not based on human feelings.
Choose to love! You will be blessed
and be a blessing!
Dr. Tommy Huddleston is transitional pastor of Berlin Baptist Church,
located on Crossthorn Road. Dr. Huddleston can be reached via email at
twhuddleston@hotmail.com or at the
church office at (803) 564-6308.
Don’t judge me from my past, I don’t
live in the past, I’ve changed my ways
I think of others
first, Love my God,
Live differently these
days
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WATTS
These words are written by a man with
tattoos and long hair
God gives me words to write, My life’s
story I share
Don’t judge me for my many tattoos
or the way I live
The ink represents my life, God saved
my soul, That story I give
You shouldn’t judge anyone by their
looks, You don’t know their story
They could have a heart of gold, Help
many others and give God the glory
The next time you see someone that
might look out of place
Don’t look too hard, They can feel
your eyes, Might put tears on their face
These words are written by a retired
addict who sees everyone the same
You won’t judge any one by their looks
if you have God in your heart
If you do the ole devil gets the blame!
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
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S.C. LEGISLATIVE
UPDATE
Dear Friends:
The South Carolina General Assembly
reconvened this month for the second
year of the 119th session. We have much to
accomplish to improve
our state’s economy
to insure a robust economic climate that will
create jobs in the private
sector.
REP. BILL
TAYLOR
Sometimes it’s
best to say no
On day one of the
new session, the S.C. House killed a legislation that would have expanded government. The House upheld Gov. Nikki
Haley’s veto of a bill creating a regional
council with the mission of improving economic and education opportunities along
rural Interstate 95. Haley vetoed the bill
near the close of session last year, and the
Senate voted to override. I was one of a
handful of Representatives who originally
voted against the bill last spring because
it created another needless bureaucracy.
In her veto message, Haley argued the bill
unnecessarily increases state government
and duplicates what the state commerce
and education departments already do.
States’ rights – standing
up to big brother
Also on the first day of the session, I stood
with Gov. Haley, Speaker Harrell and Attorney General Wilson in announcing plans to
file a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of
Justice’s decision to block the S.C. voter ID
law. The law would require voters to show a
photo identification card issued by the S.C.
Department of Motor Vehicles or a U.S. military ID or a U.S. passport. Last month, the
U.S. Justice Department said the law would
prevent minorities from voting. It was first
voter ID law to be rejected by the department
in 20 years.
Voter ID – dead people
voting in South Carolina
Democratic legislators fought the Voter
ID bill claiming voter fraud doesn’t exist in
South Carolina. That’s not true. The S.C.
Department of Motor Vehicles director
estimates more than 900 people who were
recorded as having voted were actually dead,
and he has turned that data over to the South
HONORING OFFICER SCOTTY RICHARDSON: Aiken Public Safety Lt. David Turno speaks during the funeral for Master Officer Scotty
Richardson, was one of two officers shot in the line of duty on Dec. 20, following a traffic stop on Brandt Court in Aiken. He died on Dec. 21,
2011, at Georgia Health Sciences Medical Center from his injuries.
Carolina Law Enforcement Division for
investigation. DMV director Kevin Schwedo
testified before an S.C. House subcommittee
that his staff analyzed the records of more
than 239,000 voters who do not have a state
driver’s license or identification card, and discovered that about 37,000 of them were dead.
Following Schwedo’s voter fraud revelation,
the SC Attorney General requested a SLED
investigation into the DMV findings.
Stopping government
overregulation
I co-sponsored a bill (H.4575) introduced
this month that would sunset all regulations
issued by S.C. departments and agencies.
Current law calls for regulations to be “periodically reviewed” by the agencies, but that
doesn’t happen systematically. This common
sense bill, if it becomes law, would require
that all regulations expire in five years from
the time they took effect. It would then be up
to the agencies to seek legislative approval to
renew the regulations. Regulations may be
warranted when enacted, but many times outlive their usefulness. This measure would get
those ‘regs’ off the books.
School choice bill returns
I joined other legislators as a lead sponsor
of the new school choice bill (H.4576) introduced this month. The bill is similar to one
that was derailed last year. It offers tax credits
and scholarships so parents have more choice
in where and how their children are educated. Children learn differently and parents
deserve the flexibility in making educational
choices rather than being locked into a onesize-fits-all educational model. The goal is to
truly educate and equip our children with the
knowledge and skills they need for the future.
You will be hearing a lot more on this topic
in the coming months.
Good news for schools
Education Week ranks S.C.’s public
schools as tied for 23rd place, above the
national average. Overall, South Carolina
received a grade of C+. Teachers were given
a B+, but K-12 achievement was given a D.
Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, Tennessee,
as well as a few other Southern states, got
better grades than S.C.’s public schools in this
evaluation.
to employed ranks.” The bill advances to a
full Senate committee for debate.
Honoring Officer
Scotty Richardson
The S.C. House and Senate passed a concurrent resolution honoring and remembering the supreme sacrifice made in the line of
duty by Aiken Master Public Safety Officer
Scott Richardson, and to express to his family the profound appreciation of a grateful
state for his life sacrifice and service. We
look forward to presenting Officer Richardson’s family with the framed resolution
when they are able to visit the State House.
What’s ahead for
Senate panel moves forward your legislature?
These are the MAJOR issues we will be
on unemployment bills
tackling during this legislative session. TopA S.C. Senate legislative committee
approved bills that would require people laid
off in South Carolina to pass a drug test to
receive unemployment benefits, then volunteer 16 hours weekly with a charity or public
agency to keep receiving a check. I co-sponsored a similar drug testing bill introduced in
the House last June. Sen. Paul Campbell said
his bill requiring community service will help
people find jobs as they hone their skills. The
intent is to match people’s skills with work
that needs done in cash-strapped city or county governments and schools. “We’re not trying to be derogatory,” said Campbell, “We’re
trying to help them go from the unemployed
ping the list is pension reform. We can’t delay
acting on this critical issue. Comprehensive
tax reform is also high on the list. I’ve been
working on the House GOP Tax Reform
Committee and we will soon be presenting
our recommendations. Reforming the Department of Transportation is also on the agenda
as is eliminating much of the duties of the
Budget and Control Board and creating a
Department of Administration oversee by the
Governor’s office. The House of Representatives passed this legislation last year; it awaits
Senate approval.
As always, thank you for the privilege of
serving you.
GIRL SCOUT TROOP 1055
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Girl Scout Troop 1055 finished the year
of 2011 with a celebration of giving.
The girls enjoyed making feather earring
and hair barrettes while snacking on party
foods during the last meeting in December.
We have lots to celebrate, especially the
fact that we will be moving into the Courtney Center for our first meeting of the new
year.
We meet every Monday, except the first
Monday of each month, and school holidays.
The meetings are from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Please
join us!
On Jan. 7, the troop traveled to Aiken to
participate in the 2012 Cookie Rally!
We had an exciting time. Playing games,
making crafts, test tasting cookies, and
learning how to handle our upcoming cookie
sales.
They played “Guess that Cookie” and
“Cookie Twister.” They made clipboards and
set goals to achieve during cookie sales.
The cookie sale begins on Friday, Jan.
13. Please make sure to support your local
troop with a preorder.
During the month of January some of our
leaders will be attending training, so that
the troop may participate in sleepovers and
camping trips. We are really excited to offer
this opportunity to our girls.
In the month of February, we will be
attending World Thinking Day. This is the
day for the Girl Scouts and Girl Guides
from around the world to “think” of each
other and give thanks and appreciation to
their “sister” Girl Scouts.
The Wagener troop will be representing
the 1990s, as each troop was assigned a
decade to represent.
If you would like to join the Girl Scouts,
we are accepting girls from the grade levels
of kindergarten through 12th grade. For
more information, call (803) 258-3581 or
email wagener1055@yahoo.com.
JIM MILLER – AN EXTRAORDINARY MAN
BY MARIAN “MARIE” (MILLER) FULLARD
Contributor
Once there was a little white
house trimmed in green that sits by
the side of the road on Highway
215 in Wagener. And there lived
an extraordinary man named James
“Jim” Miller. He was affectionately
known by some as Uncle Jim and by
others as Mr. Jim.
His neighbors were Mr. Gorge
Coffer, who lived in the house on
the left, and Mr. Herman Holly, who
lived in the house on the right.
He was born around 1896 and,
at the age of 18, was stricken with
polio, which left him paralyzed.
This happened around the year 1914
to a young, black boy. What was he
to do? Of course, he and his mother
had very limited income, but he did
not let his circumstances stop him
from becoming an extraordinary and
successful man.
Jim Miller accomplished what
many able-bodied men did not. He
did not let his handicap deter him
from living a productive life. Evidently, he knew Jesus as his personal Savior and believed what the
Bible says in Luke 1:37 – with God,
nothing shall be impossible.
He was a husband, father, business
man and home and business owner.
To me, he was a handsome man and
would have stood about 6 feet fall.
He had a dark complexion with pretty hair and a beautiful smile, which
revealed the gold in his back teeth.
He provided a good living for
his family. In spite of being handicapped in an era where there was no
handicap apparatus available to him,
he still contributed to Wagener’s
economy.
Remember, this was back in the
1920s, ’30s and ’40s. I believe he
was the first or second black man
to own a business in Wagener – Mr.
Jim’s Barbershop. Charlie Blackwell, Henry “Brown” Samuel, Mr.
Bush Thompson, David Gunter and
Jack Stroman worked as apprentices
in the barber shop.
This was an independent men; he
was like the song James Brown sung
– I don’t want nobody to give me
nothing; get out of my way, and I’ll
get it for myself. And he did.
Did I mention that he didn’t have
an apparatus to use? He made his
own apparatuses to use. In order to
get around in the house, he took a
straight-backed wooden chair and
put four wheels on it. This is what
he used.
He had a wheelchair, which was
left in the front yard, and that was
used to get to the barbershop and
to the car without any help. Yes, he
drove a car, which was not an automatic, and changed the gears.
This man was a genius. He took
a broomstick and made something
like the top of a crutch and put
this on top of the broomstick to fit
under his armpit. He put a nail in
the bottom, which was pointed on
the end that stuck out, and a hole
in the clutch to use his apparatus to
change the gears.
This is how he did it – he put the
broomstick under his left armpit and
used his left hand to mash his leg
to push in the clutch. Then he used
his right hand to mash his right leg
to push on the gas pedal. Is he not a
genius?
All of the years growing up in
the house with this man, I did not
know that I was being reared by
a handicap person because he did
what any able-bodied man could do.
I never knew of him being sick. I
can remember he would take a pinch
of quinine on the blade of his knife
every day and, from time to time,
eat a piece of rock candy.
Every Saturday night, we would
sit around the little radio and listen
to the Grand Ole Opry. He really
enjoyed listening to country music.
Here are a few of the things he
did: He was employed and worked
in his barbershop, he drove a car,
picked cotton, repaired radios, guns
and shoes, made furniture, went
fishing with his boat and trailer
and hunted. He played the guitar,
harmonica and something called
the juice harp. He could also read
Braille.
There was one more thing he
did. He removed warts, and people
came from all over to get Mr. Jim
to remove their warts. He would
tell the person to cut a small twig
off the big oak tree in the front
yard, then he would cut slots in the
twig for each wart the person had.
He would go over each wart using
a different slot in the twig, then
he would give the person instructions as to what to do with the twig.
He never took any money for this.
Believe it or not, it really worked.
I know first-hand because he took
warts off me.
By now, some of you are wondering how this man did all of the
things he did and could not walk.
He would drag himself along on
the ground when hunting and picking cotton; while fishing, he did the
same until he got into his boat. He
was an excellent shot.
He never made excuses, and I
learned at an early age that excuses
are only good for the person who is
giving them.
There are such fond memories of
this extraordinary man called Jim
Miller. Unfortunately, there are no
photographs of Daddy. They were
lost in the fire when the house
burned down.
After 40-plus years, Daddy’s
second-oldest child and her husband
have built a house in the same spot
of the old house and barbershop. As
a matter of fact, it’s the spot that
she was born and reared until the
house burned, although Highway
215 was changed to 302 – what a
shame. Isn’t that awesome?
He had to have been a man of
faith and believed in our Lord and
Savior Jesus Christ. He joined Hall
Hill Baptist Church and attended
every meeting Sunday.
Because there was no handicap
ramp for him to get in the church,
he drove his car up as close to the
church as he could. Then someone would open the window of the
church in order for him to hear the
preaching.
On the Sundays when there was
no service at his church, he went to
other churches in the area. Two of
the preachers I can remember were
the Rev. Kroger and the Rev. Jackson.
To those who are reading this article, always remember that the only
one who can stop you from becoming all you can be is you.
Rocky Grove Baptist Church
“A Friendly, Bible Preaching Church”
Pastor John O’Cain
332 Rocky Grove Road Salley, South Carolina
The church is located between Perry and Salley, SC just off Hwy. 39.
Turn on Rocky Grove Rd. at Felders Garage
Ph. 803-739-7005 • Cell 803-606-1405
SUNDAY SERVICES:
Sunday School 10:00 am
Youth Group 5:30 pm
Morning Worship 11:00 am
Evening Worship 6:30 pm
WEDNESDAY SERVICES:
Evening Worship
Youth and Children’s
Programs 7:30 pm
www.rockygrovebaptistchurch.org
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AL-ANON
Is someone’s
drinking affecting you?
A new podcast from Al-Anon Family
Groups entitled “Did we cause our loved one
to drink?” shares firsthand knowledge from
men and women who have been affected by
someone else’s drinking, according to Nicolette Stephens, information analyst for AlAnon Family Groups’ World Service Office.
“The podcast focuses on a question so
many people worry about, but are afraid to
ask,” Stephens said. “To listen to the podcast,
look on the Al-Anon home page at www.AlAnonFamilyGroups.org, under First Steps to
Recovery in Al-Anon.”
Al-Anon podcasts are available free of
charge. “One of the reasons people affected
by someone else’s drinking isolate is they
are afraid the drinking is their fault, and they
don’t want anyone to find out,” Stephens
explained.
“The podcasts demonstrate how local AlAnon meetings can offer families in Wagener
support on a confidential basis,” Stephens
said. “The same fear that causes people to
isolate can create a strong bond of recovery
between those who have been in the same
situation.”
The series of six podcasts from Al-Anon
Family Groups addresses fears many people
have in common when their loved one has a
problem with alcohol. A subscription to all
six podcasts is available at no charge. AlAnon Family Groups is a not-for-profit
organization that has been helping families
and friends of people who have a drinking
problem since 1951.
More information about Al-Anon Family
Groups is available by calling 1-888-4AlAnon during business hours ET throughout
the United States and Canada. Information
is available online at www.Al-AnonFamilyGroups.org. For local Al-Anon information
contact Nancy B. at 803-564-6487.
Local meetings are Monday nights at 7
p.m. at Wagener United Methodist Church,
153 Columbia Highway, Wagener.
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BY BEN BAUGH
bbaugh@aikenstandard.com
WAGENER — Michelle Donlick has
always wanted to be a veterinarian technician, having grown up around animals.
The equestrian has made a name for
herself as an eventer, a horse trainer
and natural horsewoman, but her love
for animals extends farther than just her
equine interests.
She is passionate about felines and
wants to provide a safe environment for
them. This love served as the impetus
for Donlick and her husband Steve to
establish Avalo Cat Sanctuary, located at
Avalo Farm, 346 Rawls Mill Pond Road
in Wagener.
“I’ve always been a cat person and
have taken to cats who were feral, needy
or abandoned,” said Donlick.
Although Avalo Cat Sanctuary is home
to a number of domestic cats – several
which are up for adoption, it provides
a safe haven for hybrid cats who have
been sent to the facility by their owners
for a variety of reasons, several who still
pay for their upkeep, said Donlick.
The cat sanctuary is home to Bengals (Asian leopard cats crossed with
a domestic cat), Chausies (jungle cats
crossed with a domestic cat) and Savannah cats (servals crossed with a domestic
cat). Animal Planet came to the facility
to film a segment called “Cats 101” on
the Chausie cats, said Donlick. The segment has yet to air.
There are about 60 felines at the facility, and the sanctuary is in the process
of getting its nonprofit status. Avalo Cat
Sanctuary is a member of the Feline
Conservation Federation.
“The hybrid cats come here because
they need a place to go,” said Donlick.
There are a number of enclosures or
condos at the sanctuary. The owners of
the two Chausie cats donated money for
the building of this dwelling, which features air-conditioning, a television and
radio in the indoor part and a pond and
jungle gym in the outdoor portion.
A number of the hybrid cats at the
sanctuary have issues, such as inappropriate urination, said Donlick.
Several of the cats are F1s – “F”
meaning filial and “1” meaning first
generation removed from their wild parentage.
The larger cats like the Chausies are
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A PLACE TO CALL HOME: Kane is one of
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more cost intensive because they have
to be treated differently, such as when
administering their medication. There
are also different cats that require a special diet for a variety of reasons. Each
cat costs about $150 to $200 a year to
take care of, if they don’t have medical
issues.
“The 501(c)(3) status will probably
help with the donations, but right now a
lot of this is coming out of our pocket,”
said Donlick. “It probably costs at least
$500 to build one of these enclosures,
and to buy a shed costs between $500 to
$1,000. Then there’s the A.C. units. In
the interior, we put lining on the floor
and paint the walls.”
The hybrid cats possess impressive
markings and have attracted quite a following.
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and will make appearances within the
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Margie Colvin retired as a special-education teacher at
Wagener-Salley.
Somewhat to her own surprise, Sonya began her career
in special education, as well. She earned her certification
and found a strong interest in the levels of intervention in
helping struggling students. Colvin went on to serve as a
special education coordinator, then a 504 coordinator for
kids with learning issues or disabilities who don’t quite
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help kids having challenges in learning or behavior.
“My special education experiences really fits in to
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At Greendale, Colvin said she found teachers with
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she had ever dreamed of and more.
The Armstrongs were Episcopalians and
Dead. Man’s I was ‘ by God’s I ambelonged to Trinity Cathedral in ColumAll hero-worship comes to that.
bia.
High heart, high thought, high flame,
The entire family was
as flat
very active in the church,
As a gravestone. Bring your jacet jamand Miss Mary founded
This epitaph’s an epigram.
the vested choir and was
Died ...
its director.
By Elizabeth Barrett Browning
On Saturdays she volunteered at a soup kitchen,
“Mary Jeffcoat Armstrong passed away
and, during World War II,
on Saturday, Dec. 17. She was 95 years
she rolled bandages for
ARMSTRONG
old. Blizzard Funeral Home is handling
the Red Cross.
the arrangements.”
Everywhere she went she would bring
This was all the obituary said, but after
little pieces of paper with typewritten
all there was so much more about the life
Scripture and pass them out and every
of the one we affectionately called Miss
chance she got she would witness and tell
Mary.
people about Christ and the Good News.
She was a wife, a mother, grandmother,
Her greatest joy was seeing the lost
homemaker, lover, worker, volunteer,
saved and the future of those she had
reader, crossword puzzle extraordinaire,
helped along the way when all they had
crochet aficionado, choir singer and more, was their last nickel.
but, most of all, Miss Mary was a believer.
As Miss Mary aged and her children
Her Christian walk through this world
grew into adulthood, she and her husband,
was her legacy to generations and her
Lloyd spent their golden years providing
determination at spreading the Word of
scholarships to blind children from poor
our Lord Jesus was nothing short of a
families.
miracle.
One day as Lloyd was out watering
You see, Miss Mary was legally blind.
her beloved Weigelia was stricken with a
She had been so since birth, and her will,
stroke. It was bad, and the doctors did not
strength and fortitude elevated her from a hold out much hope, but Miss Mary put
mere blind child to a prodigy who could
on her prayer shawl and had prayer circles
walk and maneuver like a graceful swan.
praying all around Columbia.
During her early years, she attended the
Lloyd was bedridden but was able to
famous Whitfield School for the Blind in
come home. Miss Mary cared night and
Atlanta. Her parents spared no expense in day for that man for 10 years until one
providing for this special child.
early morning the Lord came to take
Miss Mary became so efficient at
Lloyd home.
Braille that the headmaster allowed her to
After that, Miss Mary seemed to fail a
teach at the school.
little, her walk became a little slower, her
When she was 18, she met Dr. Lloyd
mind a little dimmer.
Armstrong, a professor of music who had
As the months turned into years, Miss
come to Whitfield to teach. They were
Mary turned into somebody she did not
immediately drawn to one another, and,
know and did not want to know.
after a brief courtship, they married.
She grew suspicious of everyone she
Miss Mary became the proud wife of
knew and would rarely answer the door or
Dr. Lloyd Armstrong, and they moved
pick up the telephone.
to Columbia when Dr. Armstrong was
Her children grew worried and made
offered a teaching position at the Univerher sell her home and move in with them.
sity of South Carolina.
She would spend three months with one
Miss Mary was immediately thrown
child, three with the next and so and so
into a life of a university professor’s wife. on.
She joined the Woman’s Club and difMiss Mary was not happy. All of her
ferent organizations associated with the
friends began to die, and she drifted in and
USC family. The funny thing was nobody out of a place where no one dwelled.
ever thought of her as being blind. The
But Miss Mary had one constant that
only thing she couldn’t do was drive a
sustained her through the darkest times –
car!
her faith in God.
She bore four children and miscarried a
She carried around a silver Bible that
fifth, who had graciously died both blind
Lloyd had given her on their 25th anniverand deaf.
sary. Suddenly, she was alone with God,
Nobody could have asked for a more
and the transformation that took place was
fulfilling life. Miss Mary had everything
a blessing from heaven.
Miss Mary appreciated life again and
rejoiced with each waking day.
Something had been lifted off her soul
and brought into account.
In the latter days she had told a confidante, “I became happy again because
I knew I would soon be going home …
home to Lloyd and Jesus. I had run my
race well, and I had charted the course
for many others along the way. Life is so
complicated sometimes, but in the end all
that matters is Jesus!”
In the last two years of her life, I was
Miss Mary’s caregiver and she brought to
me a keen awareness of saints.
She taught me more about life and love
than I could have ever wished to know.
That’s what the elderly do – they bring
you their learning and wisdom and the
experience of the years with somebody
and the years alone.
They teach you about God and faith and
the salvation of Jesus.
The elderly teach you things no one else
can, and I just hope and pray that in this
society we live in, we would learn to treasure our senior citizens because they are
the real jewels of this world and the real
keepers of the faith.
OBITUARIES
Catherine Thompson
Golson
May 18, 1932 – January 4, 2012
WAGENER — Catherine Thompson
Golson, 79, of 1002 N. King St., Wagener,
SC, died Wednesday, January 4, 2012, at
Providence Hospital NE in Columbia, SC.
Catherine, the daughter of the late Balem
(Joe) Thompson Sr. and Artis Wooden
Thompson was born in Wagener, SC, on
May 18, 1932.
Funeral services for Mrs. Catherine Golson were held Sunday, January 8, 2012
at 2:30 p.m. at Jerusalem Branch Baptist
Church, 576 Jerusalem Branch Church
Rd. Salley SC 29137, with the Reverend
Christopher Vanch officiating. Burial was
in the church cemetery.
Mrs. Golson is preceded in death by
her parents, and one daughter, Sandra
Golson.
Catherine leaves to cherish her memories three sons, Ronnie Golson, Wagener,
SC, Eddie Golson, Aiken, SC, and Joseph
Golson, McCormick, SC; one daughter,
Shirley Sumter, Wagener, SC; one niece,
Beatrice Robinson, 9 grandchildren, 23
great-grandchildren, and a host of other
relatives and friends.
Public Notice
Meeting Schedule
Wagener Town Council Monthly Meetings on the
following dates of the year 2012. Meetings are
held at 6:15pm inside the Wagener Municipal
Center on the first Monday of each month.
Jan 3
February 6
March 5
April 2
May 7
June 4
July 2
August 6
September 4
October 1
November 5
December 3
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OBITUARIES
Sara ‘Kay’ Salley Tyler
April 11, 1927 – January 17, 2012
WAGENER — Mrs. Sara Kay Salley Tyler, 84, entered into rest Tuesday, January 17,
2012. Born April 11, 1927 in Salley, SC, she was the daughter of Wilbur and Nealie Williamson Salley. Services celebrating the life of Mrs. Tyler was held Thursday, January 19,
2012, at 6:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Wagener.
Mrs. Tyler was longtime office manager and bookkeeper for the family-owned business,
Tyler Brothers in Wagener. She attended Anderson High School in Anderson and graduated
as Valedictorian from Salley High School, Salley. She graduated from Anderson College
Magna Cum Laude with an associate degree in business, and after attending University
of SC for one year was persuaded by Principal Beasley of Salley High School to return
to Salley and teach business education. During the time she taught as Salley High School
she was also in charge of the Senior Prom, Senior Class Play and coached girls’ basketball.
She later worked at the Edisto Experiment Station in Elko. Mrs. Tyler was a member of
Wagener First Baptist, a past member of the WMU, and a past member of the Wagener
Garden Club. She was devoted to her work; her hobby was her work. She was also the
buyer for women’s ready to wear at Tyler Brothers’ and attended buyer’s shows in Charlotte
and other cities of the Southeast. She coordinated Fashion Shows at Wagener High School,
furnishing the high school girl models with clothes in the latest styles. She freely gave of
her time to those who needed help in business or legal matters, and quietly helped many
others where she saw the need.
Mrs. Tyler is survived by her husband of 61 years; Allison Hood “Al” Tyler, Sr., sons;
Allison Hood Tyler, Jr. and his wife Rhonda, and John William Tyler and his wife Vicky,
grandchildren; Carmen Nicole Tyler, James Wesley Tyler, Christina Tyler Romines and her
husband Lee, Nikki Tyler Black and her husband Joey, and Erica Morgan Tyler, and great
grandchildren; Serena Romines, Garry Lee Romines, III, and Natalie Black. Mrs. Tyler was
also preceded in death by her brother; Holley Salley.
The family wishes to thank Mrs. Tyler’s care givers; Helen Danley, Jean Thurmond, Gloria Jones, Catherine Garvin, Twanda Nesbitt, Patricia Williams, Linda Wise, Eartha James,
Diane Clayton, and Felicia Seawright for their devotion and care. The family requests that
donations be made to The American Diabetes Association, PO Box 11454, Alexandria, VA
22312 or the Aiken Animal Shelter, PO Box 2207, Aiken, SC 29802 in memory of Mrs.
Kay Tyler, 14 Gunter Park Road, Wagener, SC 29164.
Marietta Catherine Cooper House
Carolyn Estelle Bankhead
April 20, 1936 – January 16, 2012
Ms. Carolyn Estelle Bankhead, age 75, of Columbia, entered into rest Monday,
January 16, 2012, at St. Martins in the Pines, Birmingham, Alabama.
Ms. Bankhead was born April 20, 1936, in Augusta, Georgia, the daughter of the
late Martin Young Bankhead and Cummings Constance Rawls Bankhead, and she
grew up in and around Columbia and Wagener.
Ms. Bankhead was retired from BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, where
she worked with the government programs businesses. There, Ms. Bankhead laid the
foundation for both their Medicare and CHAMPUS (now Tricare) businesses, and
during her tenure she was a mentor and a role model for many of the women who
followed her and became executives at BlueCross BlueShield. Ms. Bankhead was
well loved and admired by her friends and her family.
Ms. Bankhead is survived by her sister; Rebecca Bankhead Tolbert (Lelland) of
Cleveland, AL, and her uncle; Allen Rawls (Barbara) of Wagener, as well as her
many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
She was also preceded in death by her brother William Eugene Bankhead.
The funeral service was held Saturday, Jan. 21, at 11 a.m. at Seivern Baptist
Church. Burial was in the church cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Seivern Baptist Church, 1337
Seivern Road, Wagener, SC 29164.
Mildred Garvin Crowley Traynham
June 29, 1936 – January 4, 2012
WAGENER — Mrs. Mildred Garvin Crowley Traynham went to be with the Lord
on Wednesday, January 4, 2012.
Mrs. Traynham was the wife of William “Greek” Traynham. Mother of Wanda
(Ronnie) Yon, Janet (Dennis) Jackson, Phyllis (William) Gantt and, Michael (Lottie)
Traynham, She had 11 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. She was the sister
of Ann (Mortimo) Gleaton, and Lloyd (Velda) Garvin.
Mrs. Traynham was born in Wagener the daughter of the late Gervis “Monk” Clifton Garvin, Sr. and Mary Elizabeth Cothran Garvin. She was also predeceased by
brothers; G. C., Floyd and Darrell Garvin, son-in-law Ronnie Yon and granddaughter
Jessica Leigh Yon.
Mrs. Traynham was past Worthy Matron of the N. Augusta Chapter of the Eastern
Star and, a member of the International Women Insurance Association, Augusta, GA
Chapter. She was a member of Bethcar Baptist Church.
A Memorial Service was held Saturday, Jan. 7 at 2 p.m. in the Bethcar Baptist
Church with the Rev. Chris Addy officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be made to Bethcar Baptist
Church at P.O. Box 546, Wagener, SC 29164.
May 31, 1932 – January 8, 2012
WAGENER — Ms. Marietta Catherine Cooper House, 79, entered into rest Sunday, January
8, 2012, after an extended illness.
Ms. House is survived by her children; Cortnie Smith, Cheyanne Hollingsworth, Loretta
Karhu, Angie Coennen, and Marie Waite, brother Robert Cooper and sister-in-law Carol Cooper who is the wife of the late Harvey Cooper Jr., several grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Nathan Williams was a good friend and her care taker.
Ms. House was the daughter of the late Harvey Melvin Cooper Sr. and Catherine Anna Liller
Cooper. She was the widow of William “Bill” M. House. Ms. House was a homemaker and
Foster Parent for many children. The family is appreciative for the concern and help shown
October 5, 1932 – December 26, 2011
by; Nellie Black, Pastors Roy and Shirley King, Elaine Hall, Zed and Teresa Rushton, Emelie
AIKEN — Mr. Joe Curtis Turner entered into rest Monday, December 26, 2011.
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Bill Williamson
Dusan Djorge Cosic’Cuk
February 3, 1926 – January 1, 2012
COLUMBIA — Funeral service for Dusan Cosic’Cuk were held at St. Elizabeth the
New-Martyr Orthodox Church, (Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia) Columbia,
South Carolina, 1703 Shull St., West Columbia, on Wednesday, Jan. 4, at 11 a.m. with
internment at Saints Mary and Martha Monastery in Wagener. The Very Rev. Mark T.
Mancuso, Rector officiated the services.
Mr. Cuk died January 1, 2012.
Born in Sisik, Yugoslavia, on February 3, 1926, Dusan was the son of the late Djorge
Cosic-Cuk and Vera Decombria.
He joined Special Forces and fought in WWII at the age of 15.
In 1951 he came to America, settling in Chicago where he was employed by the
Charles Munday Company starting as a general warehouse worker eventually retiring
early at age 56 as Senior V.P.
He then traveled to Marshall, N.C. to pursue his love of woodworking, where he met
and married Jeanne F. Bauknight.
He was a lifelong member of Serbian/Russian Christian Orthodox Church and has
his talent in woodwork adorning many of these churches.
He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Jeanne F. Bauknight of Columbia; seven
stepchildren, Christine Schwenker of Lexington, Brian Cunningham of Columbia,
Luci Allen of Asheville, N.C.; Hank Cunningham of Cayce, Chuck Cunningham of
Fairview, N.C.; Salli Cunningham of Savannah, Ga.; Glenn Cunningham of Tampa,
Fla.; 15 step-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren.
Officiating pallbearers were Godsons Quartus Hart, Joshua Shaw, Johnathan Vilord,
Zaccheus Gordon, Nicholas Cunningham and Maximos Locke.
Barbara Joann Shumpert Rushton
December 22, 1943 – December 30, 2011
SALLEY — Mrs. Barbara Joann “Mama Joann” Shumpert Rushton, 68, entered
into rest Friday, Dec. 30, 2011.
Mrs. Rushton is survived by her children; Charles and Robin Rushton of Salley
and, Lynn and Ritchie Batchelor of Pelion, grandchildren Mitch Rushton, Brittany
Rushton, Cody Batchelor and, Kristin and Bo Jones, sister Clara Lee Jeffcoat and,
brother Lensey (Mary Ellen) Shumpert of Leesville.
Mrs. Rushton was born in Lexington County, the daughter of the late Vasco and
Lucy Gunter Shumpert. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 44 years,
Walter William Rushton. Mrs. Rushton was a member of Rocky Grove Baptist
Church.
The funeral service was Sunday, Jan. 1, 2012, at 3 p.m. in the Rocky Grove Baptist
Church. The Rev. John O’Cain officiated. Burial was in the First Assembly of God
Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Rocky Grove Baptist Senior Activities at P.O. Box
508, Salley, SC 29137.
April 3, 1930 – December 21, 2011
SALLEY — Mr. Bill Williamson, 81, entered rest at his home Wednesday evening
December 21st after an extended illness.
Mr. Bill was the husband of Inease P. Williamson for 53 years. They were the proud parents of Billy Joe and Donna Williamson and the late Johnney W. Williamson, grandparents
of Cliff and Ashley Williamson, Anna and Andrew Poole, Megan and Orrie Carver and
Haley Williamson, and great grandparents of Taylor Williamson, Mallory Williamson, Ella
Claire Poole and Tucker Carver. Mr. Bill was the brother of Azilee Dominick and, the late
Jack Williamson and Jim Williamson, Jr.
Mr. Bill was born in Hollow Creek to the late Jim Williamson Sr. and Ida Whetstone Williamson. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and a member of Clinton United
Methodist Church. Mr. Bill enjoyed farming.
A service celebrating the life of Mr. Bill was held on Saturday, Dec. 24, at 1 p.m. in the
Clinton United Methodist Church with the Reverend David Williamson officiating. Burial
followed in the church cemetery.
Memorials to Mr. Bill and/or to honor Taylor Williamson may be made to the Cystic
Fibrosis Foundation, SC Chapter at 537 Long Point Road, Suite 203, Mt. Pleasant, SC
29464.
Nora Luvenia ‘Helen’ Scott Garvin
November 27, 1934 – December 24, 2011
WINDSOR — Mrs. Nora Luvenia “Helen” Garvin, 77, entered into rest Saturday, Dec. 24,
2011. Mrs. Garvin is survived by her daughters; Connie Valli Garvin, Robin Sylvia Brodie, and
Tammy Garvin Troupe, 6 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, step mother; Grace Booth,
sisters; Lillie Mae Scott, and Freida Thomas, and brothers; Noah Scott, Johnny Scott, Grover
Scott, Larry Garvin, and Tommy Garvin. She was the daughter of the late Holley and Valli Ables
Scott. The Funeral Service was held at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 28 in the Wagener Chapel of
Blizzard Funeral Home. Burial was in the Bethcar Baptist Church Cemetery. The family asks
that, in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Blizzard Funeral Home at P.O. Box 235, Wagener,
SC 29164.
Deborah R. Brown
February 17, 1955 – December 23, 2011
SALLEY — Mrs. Deborah Rose Brown, 56, the daughter of the late Elmore (Bill) Brown
and Artee Quattlebaum-Brown, was born in Aiken County, South Carolina on February
17, 1955. She departed this life on Friday, December 23, 2011, at her residence in Salley,
South Carolina.
Deborah, a native of Salley, joined the Greater Smyrna Baptist church at an early age.
She was an alumni of Wagener-Salley High School, Class of 1974.
Deborah was married to James Brown in March 3, 1978. To this union three children
were born. Preceded her in death are Mr. and Mrs. Elmore and Artee Q. Brown, parents;
one sister, Carolyn B. Edwards; and one brother, Harry Truman Brown.
Mrs. Deborah Rose Brown leaves to cherish her memories: a loving husband James D.
Brown; three (3) children, Nickalus Brown, Demetrius Brown and Deidre Brown; four (4)
siblings, Ruth (Buist) Johnson, Elmore Brown, Roland (Rosa) Brown, Artistine (Spurgeon)
Simmons, Salley; sister-in-law, Willie Mae (Harry) Brown, Wagener; and a host of nieces,
nephews and other relatives. The memorial services for Ms. Brown were held at 1 p.m. on
Dec. 28, 2011, at the J.H. Robinson Funeral Home Chapel.
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