Serving Pickens County since 1871 INSIDE EDITORIAL OUTDOOR POST The face of domestic Investing in our Proper trophy care...... violence ...... pg. 5 future ...... pg. 4 pg. 9 Volume 143, No. 17 Wednesday, September 19, 2012 50¢ Mason to begin her 20 year sentence By Joe Toppe ence of a drug found in ries for the two boys that Stancil was in the custody Her lawyer scheduled count of reckless homi- Staff Writer aerosol canisters called, did survive,” said Pickens of DSS at the time of the a plea for April 26, 2012, cide,” said Bentley. Difluoroethane. County Assistant accident. but Mason fled police Mason was sentenced It has been more It is believed that she Solicitor Lisa “It is a tragedy and was later found in to 20 years at the Court than a year since Julie was rendered uncon- Bentley. all around, it is a Ohio by U.S. Marshals of General Sessions in Mason’s truck hit Crystal scious by the drug before Crystal Harrison tragedy for the vic- and returned to Pickens Pickens County by Judge Harrison’s sedan head on colliding into Harrison’s was an employee tim’s family, and County on July 16, Letitia Verdin. in Pickens County kill- car at 40mph. of the Department it is a tragedy for according to officials. “I believe that a sen- ing Harrison, 9-year-old “She made a horrible of Social Services Ms. Mason’s fam- Upon her return, Mason tence of 20 years was Raven Stancil, and badly criminal mistake the day (DSS) and a case ily,” said Bentley. pleaded guilty on Aug. 31. appropriate, and I think injuring two others. that she decided to huff worker for chil- Following “She was convicted of it was fair,” said Bentley. Officials say, on March those fumes and then dren. Julie Mason the accident, one count of felony DUI She is presently being 4, 2011, Mason got drive which resulted in Along with her Julie Mason was with death, two counts processed at Graham behind the wheel of her the loss of life of two two brothers, Jase Miller arrested and released on of felony DUI with great Reception and Evaluation vehicle under the influ- people and horrible inju- and Joshua Stancil, Raven $80,000 bond. bodily injury, and one Center in Columbia. Versa Capital Local resident Ole Time Music Festival shares personal announces the ties in Middle formation of East riots Billy Cannada Civitas Media, LLC Staff Writer EASLEY—If you have been keeping track Combines four with national news, there is a good chance you have caught a glimpse of some of the community news groups riots currently taking place in the Middle for growth, best practices East. Attacks were conducted on the United States Embassy in Cario recently, killing sev- PHILADELPHIA — Versa Capital eral Americans and causing a uproar in riots. Management, LLC (Versa), a private equi- Dangerous news like this hits close to ty investment firm, this week announced home for Easley resident Raye Harville, the creation of Civitas Media, LLC whose parents are United States Diplomats (Civitas), a new community news media in Iraq. company. Civitas, Latin for “community” “My first reaction was of concern for or “citizen”, combines four media enti- Muslim people living in America,” said ties owned by Versa: Freedom Central, Harville. “The average American is so shel- Heartland Publications, Impressions tered from the rest of the world it’s hard Media, and Ohio Community Media. for them to empathize with a culture that’s Locally, the former Heartland so vastly different. I still worry the radi- Publications owned the Easley Progress, cal Americans will take it out on innocent Pickens Sentinel and Powdersville Post. Photo by Lonnie Adamson bystanders for being Muslim or looking like Those three papers and their websites Don Bruton of Pickens plays banjo Saturday with Rocky Bottom Bluegrass at Hagood Mill. they come from the Middle East.” are now part of the new Civitas group. For more details and pictures of the Pickens County Ole Time Music Festival see page 3. Harville says she believes it was only “radi- Local, regional and senior management cals” who conducted these attacks, and says of the three local media companies they are in the minority. remains the same. “I believe the minority group of Islamic “We have assembled an excellent group radicals is just that- a minority,” said Harville. of community news publishers over the Saturday’s Founders Day Music “For them, it seemed fitting to protest on past 15 months and combining them the anniversary of the WTC attacks. I don’t together under the Civitas umbrella is believe the so called ‘anti-American’ senti- a logical and value-enhancing result,” ment has intensified. To me, the minority has stated Versa’s CEO Gregory L. Segall. Festival final plans announced always been there with that sentiment, but “Community-based media has remained this time their actions gave them a voice the profitable and largely avoided the level of Pickens — Event officials play a large model of the downtown world could hear.” financial pressure experienced by large announced final plans for this monument that will be construct- Harville says that while she is concerned daily metros in recent years. They are Saturday’s Founders Day Music ed to honor the city’s namesake. for her parents’ safety, she is also proud. the principal source of information and Festival in Pickens. The free event The Hagood-Mauldin House and “There are cities in Iraq getting bombed news content as well as the primary will begin at 10 a.m. and end around the Pickens County Museum will every day, while others the worst you come advertising vehicles for their communi- 9 p.m. be open for special tours. Living across are cobras, scorpions, and camel spi- ties, whether in print or online, and we The event schedule and plan illus- history reenactments of the War ders. I will always be concerned for my see a more stable and resilient future for trates the many activities, and the Between the States will be pre- parents’ safety. But I am extremely proud this sector.” 11 hours of music, that people can sented, on the hour, at Bruce Field. of them,” she said. “I know the majority of Civitas, which now employs 1,650 enjoy that day. Hundreds of roots A special shuttle will run between Middle Eastern people, Islamic and Christian people at 47 locations across 11 states musicians, including old time, coun- Main Street and the stadium. alike, are everyday people. They have the in the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic and South, try, blue grass and folk, will descend The Pickens County Museum same dreams and desires as Americans do- serves its communities through its dedi- on Pickens. Eleven bands will be will offer several unique events just wanting to be doctors, have families, be able cation to the delivery of local informa- featured on the Blue Ridge stage. for Founders Day. Jeanette Moody to afford nice things. Those are the people tion, including news and advertising Individual and groups are expected will be demonstrating quilting in my parents get to work with and help, those solutions, across a variety of platforms. to jam, at will, up and down Main front of the Settlers Cabin exhibit. are the people they are focusing on and try- These communities are served by 36 Street throughout the day. Early Daniel Brennan, as an authentic ing to help get back on their feet.” local daily newspapers including 19 with evening will bring all musicians Confederate soldier, will read his- “I trust my parents to know what to do weekend editions as well as 76 weekly together to set what is expected to torical letters as part of the “War in a bad situation, and if their commitment products. These papers have a combined be a record-setting jam. Between The States” exhibit, and to serving our country costs them (and me) average weekly circulation of 1.6 mil- Non-musical activities now Nick Hallman, Heritage Award the ultimate price, then I will know they died lion. Civitas also serves these communi- include numerous “lost craft’ winning musician, will offer trying to bring understanding to both sides ties with numerous free, advertisement experts providing demonstrations Appalachian style fiddle playing of the world and bridge the gap of distrust supported publications and a growing on blacksmithing, cotton ginning, in front of the “Music of Pickens with education, trust, and acceptance,” she on-line presence. In addition, Civitas quilting, musical instrument con- County” exhibit continued. publishes specialty products such as local struction, gunsmithing, and more. Organized by the Pickens Harville says she is often concerned about community directories, wine magazines, Special activities, such as face- Revitalization Association, the escalating protests so close to her parents. regional agricultural publications, realty painting and traditional games, Founders Day Music Festival gener- “It’s the escalation that concerns me. Every publications, local entertainment guides will entertain the kids. The new ous sponsors include the Historic embassy and consulate are protected by gates and on-line magazines and SEO solu- “Turtles On The Town” tour will City of Pickens, Cornell Dubilier, and guarded by Marine Security Guards who tions. guide visitors to various historical Blue Ridge Electric Co-op, Hiott are trained to deal with this type of situation,” The merged organization is led by CEO sites around Pickens. Vendors will For SC House, Nestfeathers Gallery said Harville. “It’s shocking to me how the Michael Bush, formerly the CEO of group offer traditional arts and crafts as of Art, Great Oaks Dental, Pickens protesters were able to scale the wall in Cairo member Heartland Publications, and well as food and beverage such as Guitar Company and the Roper and ultimately kill Ambassador Christopher Chief Operating Officer Scott Champion, homemade ice cream. Law Firm. Other event contribu- Stevens and several others.” formerly the CEO of group member Andrew Pickens will be there tors include the Carmicals, Senator As for now, Harville is simply trying to Ohio Community Media. The capitaliza- throughout the day to tell of his life Larry Martin, TD Bank and Pizza convey a message of peace to her local tion and working capital requirements and have photos taken with him. Inn. For additional information, neighbors. of the business are supported by a new Specially selected vintage vehicles visit www.historicpickens.com or “The people in Pickens County should $62.5 million multi-bank senior term will be on display. The Pickens contact the PRA office at 864-878- try to understand the actions of a few do loan and revolving credit facility led by County Historical Society will dis- 0105. not speak for the many,” she said. “So many RBS Citizens, N.A. + +-SHIRTS A SMOKE FREE EVENT people are heartbroken over the deaths of the
Bush commented, “I am very excited FREE DRAWING WIN PRIZES 17 14 14 COURT ST. 2 BLOCKS Americans- the Egyptians and Libyans flood- &*')'(+*( #( '#$$" HAMPTON AVE. 3 BLOCKS TO MUSEUM to be working with Versa Capital, which 2. Blue Ridge Stage TO MUSEUM PENDLE- ed the streets and held up signs proclaiming 3. Andrew Pickens Monument Model TON S. LEWIS ST. 1 has assembled a valuable collection of #)'$*')+"$#)' # # ST. their condolences.” '())$%#,*')!$*', 15 3 8 2 community media assets and has a repu- 6. Lost Craft Demonstrations “Pickens County parents need to take a 16 7 MAIN ST. tation for supporting its companies both BRUCE 4 STADIUM second to think about what they say to their financially and operationally. Civitas has 6 5 7. Food & Beverage Vendors children. If they keep planting the seeds of 9 8. Featured Bands CD Sales Tent a promising future as a media company, 16 McDonalds 6 11 9. Living History Reenactments 12 7 10. Old- " !'#-( "( distrust in their kids, then the only thing that 10 11. Face Painting and is well positioned to further benefit 6 16 TD 12. Traditional Arts & Craft Vendors HWY 178 will grow is distain towards others who are 7 Bank 13. Hagood-Maulden House;; Tours from the eventual recovery of U.S. eco- 13 14. Museum Events & Period Photography different. Those kids will be just as arrogant 15. YAMS Jam Tent JEWEL ST. N. LEWIS ST. 16. Restrooms and ignorant as the radicals who spread hate 17. Handicap Parking See CIVITAS | 12 PLEASE DO NOT LITTER Bruce Stadium Shuttle Bus Stops and fear.” 2A Pickens Sentinel Wednesday, September 19, 2012 OBITUARIES POLICE BLOTTER Daniel P. Guzski - Veteran, having served by five brothers and two September, 12— driving under suspen- arrested for discharg- Pickens in the Korean War. sisters. Jonathan Wayne sion. The arrest occurred ing a firearm inside the Mr. Daniel Paul Surviving, in addi- A Mass, said in Ledbetter was arrested at West Main Street in city limits. The arrest Guzski, 81, husband of tion to his wife of sixty memory of Mr. Guzski, for possession of a con- Pickens. occurred at 602 East Jeanette Zombik Guzski, years, are three daugh- may be made to Holy trolled substance, posses- September, 12— Cedar Rock Street in passed away Friday, ters, Susan Diane Miller Cross Catholic Church, sion of drug parapher- Robert Lee Haygood was Pickens. September 7, 2012. (Stuart) of Boyton, FL, 558 Hampton Avenue, nalia, and driving under arrested for allowing a September, 8— Born in Utica, NY, a Dana Lynne Pigeon Pickens, SC 29671. suspension. The arrest non licensed driver to Donnie Leon Rhone Jr. son of the late William (Alan) of Warwick, RI Condolences may occurred at Jewell Street operate a motor vehicle was arrested for carry- and Viola Helhowska and Jill Allison Manni be expressed online at in Pickens. and possession of drug ing a concealed weapon, Guzski, Mr. Guzski (Michael) of North www.robinsonfuneral- September, 12— paraphernalia. The arrest disorderly conduct, and retired from Bosch and Kingstown, RI; and two homes.com or in per- Stephan Demetruis occurred at West Main resisting arrest. The was a member of Holy grandchildren. In addi- son at Robinson Funeral Lewis was arrested for Street in Pickens. arrest occurred at Gentry Cross Catholic Church. tion to his parents, Mr. Home-Downtown, which shoplifting, possession of September, 9—Jeremy Memorial Highway in He was a US Army Guzski was predeceased is assisting the family. drug paraphernalia, and Thomas Boynton was Pickens. United Way giving tops $780,000 in county Lonnie Adamson Candi Smith, vice presi- percent. Pickens County Editor/General Manager dent of resource devel- administration allowed opment. Those in atten- presentations to each Approximately 200 dance at the function county department. Pickens business leaders paid for their own lunch. That opportunity to came together Thursday No goal is announced show more individuals to celebrate raising more for campaign, which the opportunity to give than three quarters of a runs year round for helped increase county million for aid agencies organizations that raise employee giving by 29 through the United Way money for United Way. percent, Smith said. of Pickens County. Companies that partici- Southern Wesleyan Local compa- pate have made a prac- University has not nies raised $781,000 tice of keeping activities typically run a cam- through employee dona- going throughout the paign. Employee giving tions, corporate giving year. ncreased 156 percent and special projects. Highlights of the 2010 to 2011, however. Representatives of those awards include CSI For 2012, the univer- companies met to cel- (Computer Software sity is identified as a ebrate their success for Innovations) ofEasley Pacesetter, helping to te past year and kickoff that increased employ- focus attention on ways new fundraising. ee giving 62 percent in for other United Way Meeting in the the 2011-2012. Employees participants to raise Dining Commons at learned ofthe campaign money. Southern Wesleyan through a company Six companies were University, local United breakfast presentation recognized for high- Way staff announced and the company gave est employee giving. fundraising awards for incentive gift. Baptist Easley hospi- 2011 and what they Palmetto Bank was tal, Blue Rdge Electric describe as Pacesetter a new participant in Cooperative, Clemson corporately. Combining a $4,500 corporate gift setting the pace for per Awards for 2012. 2011-2012 fundraising University, Duke that with giving from the and more than $25,000 capita giving of $264. Pacesetter awards typi- offering employees the Energy, School District companies 100 employ- in employee giving. 87 Shaw Industries ad caly serve as a kickoff opportunity to give as of Pickens County and ees in the county gave percent of employees combined giving og to fundraising for the a group, organizing a Shaw Industries raised Publix a county cam- gave something with a more than $32,000. coming year. “We try to silent auction and a ser- $329,420. paign total of $38,794. percapita giving of $296. Saw Industries know by May what we vice project. Cornell Dubilier gave Setting te pace for Cornell Dubilier claimed the United Way have to work with so Palmeto Plating $23,416 on a corporate the coming year are matched employee giv- pacesetter Award by our agencies (organiza- matched employee dona- basis, a match of employ- Blue Ridge Electric ing fo a total Pacesetter increaing corporate and tions UnitedWay gives tions dollar for dollar, ee giving for a total cam- Cooperative already campaign of $43,000. employee giving, special to ) will know what they helping to raise that paign of $46,832. raising $30,000 for SCBT ad a combined events, conducting pre- have to work with,” said compaines giving 45 Publix gave $11,700 United Way, combining campaign of $15,500, sentations. Council takes no position on Rails to Trails discussion Billy Cannada even have our arms around been a lot of talk and “We have not discussed about.” Wyche insured local res- Staff Writer what those are yet,” said Council has yet to take it. I’ve tried to bring it up Smith says he believes idents that Council will try Willis. “That’s what our action. because I’ve done some that the City of Easley will to make a careful decision PICKENS COUNTY— staff is gathering data for “There’s a lot of mis- research on it so we could likely make a move on the on the trail. The potential conversion right now.” information,” said Wyche. know what we are talking property. “The City of Easley and of the Doodle Railway into Councilman Neil Smith “If you would ask me on the City of Pickens are a recreational trail has says he wants people to the street, I would tell you, going forward with this drawn major discussion know that this process is most likely, that it’s going whether we do or not,” from local communities in still in the early stages. to be sold to the City said Wyche. “If we could recent weeks. “This is the second of Easley,” said Smith. help underwrite it that Members of Pickens meeting that we’ve had “There’s nothing that would be great, but we’re County Council, however, a large number of people would prohibit the City of not going to do anything ensured citizens this week come and talk to us about Easley from doing that. I stupid. Some people have that they remained neutral the Rails to Trails pro- don’t want the public to kind of implied that we’re on the topic. gram, and to my knowl- think that we’re going to going to spend a million “We haven’t done any- edge, we’re not trying to make the final decision on dollars on you can even thing other than send the buy that property,” said that because we’re not.” turn around.” concept to committee, Smith. “It’s not our intent which means we can then to be competing with the begin to have some discus- City of Easley and the City sions,” said Council Chair of Pickens in this whole Jennifer Willis. “We’ve had process.” WE’VE GOT some staff do some back- For Smith personally, he ground research in antici- says the issue would be pation of having some about money. conversations, but Council “When people ask me FOOTBALL has not taken a position on the street, ‘Are you in and we don’t have enough favor of the Rails to Trails information to make a program,’ I say ‘In favor of Rails to Trails was again the topic of discussion at the public forum decision at this point.” what?’” said Smith. “I’m FEVER! during Pickens County Council’s monthly meeting last monday. 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Saturday’s 16th annual Ole chairs and mad a day of it. He thinks the state fid- “I think there ought to First Place Fiddle & 2012 South Carolina State Fiddling Champion: Robert Burns Time Fiddlin’ Convention, Park director and con- dlers competition and the be more things like this,” vention organizer Allen PickensCounty Convention Second Place Fiddle: Josh Johnson witnessing the revival of Cooper said. ” I can ardly Third Place Fiddle: David White the state fiddlers competi- Coleman said mucicians are important for preserva- believe this is free and so came from all over North tion of the music. “The tion. much fun. It is hard for a First Place Stringband: The BattleAxe Band – Lucy Allen, Carolina,’t been a South music is staying. People The event at Hagood family to find entertain- Amy Buckingham, Nancy Hamilton & Michele Turner Carolina and Georgia are interested in it. He Second Place Stringband: Pinetop Revival - Dawn Cantrell, Park north of Pickens also to compete in band and completed a group of ment they can afford these featured historic displays days. Steve Cantrell, Amanda Foster, Josh Johnson, Dan Wood individual performance about a dozen young fiddle Third Place Stringband: Four-Mule Pileup - Andy Brooks, of the roots music of the students, sending them off Briggs Hamilton, Don Massey, Barb Massey hill country shared by the to college this year. regions. Old Time musicians First Place Junior Fiddle: Peyton O’Kelley A major change in this travel many of the same Second Place Junior Fiddle: Robert Wright year’s event is the addition circuits and know one Third Place Junior Fiddle: Mary Johnson of the state fiddlers com- another or make easy con- petition. nections on a porch or in First Place Banjo: Josh Johnson “There hasn’t been a a patch of shade and play Second Place Banjo: David White South Carolina fiddlers music together. Third Place Banjo: Bob Buckingham Competion since 1964,” Rocky Bottom Blue Coleman said. “”We are Grass is a group pf Pickens First Place Guitar: Danielle Yother reviving it.” 16 fiddlers players including guitar- Second Place Guitar: Nick Hallman Third Place Guitar: Alex Alexander cameto participate for that ists fiddlers, banjo pickers, title. dobro players and spoons First Place Wildcat Open: Michele Turner Photo by Lonnie Adamson Alan Dillman of Saluda player. They spend the Photo by Lonnie Adamson Second Place Wildcat Open: Peyton O’Kelley Steve Sear and Whiskey listen- , NC was among them. “I third Satrday ofthe month Terry York enjoys keeping Third Place Wildcat Open: Danielle Yother ing to some fiddle playing at play to play. If I try to com- during the summers play- the beat with Rocky Bottom the 16th Annual Pickens County pete, I don’t” He started ing music at Hagood Mill. Bluegrass Saturday and the First Place Junior Open: Danielle Yother Olde Time Music Festival at into Old Time Music atthe Peggy Cooper of third Saturday of each month Second Place Junior Open: Robert Wright Hagood Mill Saturday. age of 12, took some time Pickens attended with her at Hagood Mill. Third Place Junior Open: Gracie Dellinger A visit from some older students
Wren School Road Sidewalks Anderson One improves routes to school By Joe Toppe Anderson County quali- Staff Writer fied for enhancement District one schools money due to the merit East End first graders in Mrs. Toshia Leisten’s class are pictured with Easley High School football players and cheerleaders on in Anderson County is of the project which is a recent visit to East End. undergoing a safety modi- based on relative need and East End Elementary announcements, lead one of the many ways wonderful opportun- fication and improvement impact. plan. students are treated the students in the the schools within the ties ahead as they will “Phase one of the project to a visit from Easley pledge of allegiance Easley area are working feed into Easley High “Safe Routes To connected Wren Middle School” is a federal High School football and visit the classes. together to promote School in the future as to Wren High and from players and cheerlead- Mrs. Toshia Leisten’s success for all students they finish elementary program of the South Wren Middle to Hwy 81, Carolina Department of ers each Friday morn- first graders are pic- as the elementary stu- and middle school. and by doing that, we con- ing. tured with EHS play- dents are encouraged as In turn, the high Transportation (SCDOT) nected two subdivisions designed to provide a safe The football players ers and cheerleaders on they relate to students school students are and Hurricane park,” said and cheerleaders greet a recent visit to East who are in the high cheered to victory and means of walking and bik- Shelato. “In phase two, we ing to and from school. the students and wel- End. It is a highlight school they will attend. success by the elemen- improved the pedestrian come them to school. for the elementary stu- The outreach by EHS tary students. Fridays In order to utilize the crossing between Wren program, each school They participate in dents each Friday. helps the students real- are special as EHS High and Wren Middle the Friday morning This partnership is ize some of the many reaches out to EEE. district must apply for by building a refuge funding and is eligible to island, and we installed receive up to $200,000 a sidewalk around the with $20,000 of the total High School and along sum designated for edu- Laroache road to connect cational materials such as the High School to the safe walking and biking Elementary School.” pamphlets, balloons and Phase three of the proj- other hand-outs. ect will continue the side- District one in Anderson walk along Laroache road County received the full to Roper road, and finally $200,000 and designed to Wren School road to Y OUR ABILITY TO HEAL IS FAR GREATER THAN YOU’VE a three phased project the complete the loop ALLOWED YOURSELF TO BELIEVE to improve school routes around all three schools. $69 special includes consultation, x-ray around all three of the The funding for phase st Wren Schools. three is still in question and 1 appointment “Wren Elementary, www.clchiropractic.com Wren Middle, and Wren High School in district one of Anderson County are all affected by the project AREA WIDE CRUSADE Meet “Gizmo”, A domestic long and are within a quarter mile of one another,” said Principal Engineer for SEPTEMBER 23 - 26 hair calico. She is a female, spayed Anderson County Road and Bridges Department, Rev. Sam Cathy, Rev. Herb Revis, Rev. Bill Stafford & Dr. Junior Hill and housebroken. She is very Judy Shelato. “The side- walk program, of which affectionate toward people. She is we have completed two Sunday Pre-Service Music 5:45pm phases, has developed Sunday Service 6pm community between the leery of dogs, but otherwise would schools and that area.” Monday - Wednesday Pre-Service Music 6:45pm Phase two of the project Monday - Wednesday Service 7pm make a great addition to any family. was completed July 31, of this year and utilized For further information on Gizmo or the remaining $180,000 All are invited to hear powerful messages of the fund made possible any other adoptable pets. by the Program. and uplif ting music! “The Safe Routes To School” money funded PLEASE contact the phase two of the three phased project. Phase one Foothills Humane Society was completed in 2007 using enhancement fund- 500 Five Forks Rd in Liberty. ing through the SCDOT,” said Shelato. Rock Springs Enhancement funding (864) 843-9693 or is federal money assigned BAPTIST CHURCH to landscaping along [email protected] roadways, biking and 864.859.9854 | 201 Rock Springs Road | Easley pedestrian facilities. 4A Pickens Sentinel Wednesday, September 19, 2012 Opinion Badminton players, EDITORIAL Tokyo Rose, and Investing in our future
No one can deny that the thousands. People live does. business vetures. We need waiting for 2016 our people are a giving out of their cars in large The poor will always be to be looking for more people. We also need to parking lots. Family mem- with us we are told and ways to bring people who e hope we World War II, saying any- be an investing people, bers take in family mem- those with resources will have money here to spend lose this thing that would under- investing in efforts that bers for as long as they always need help those it. contest so mine the morale of the change our local economy. can, then the homeless without resources. Easley and Pickens city Wwe can have American soldiers. The Ride for MAC, ones move on somewhere So somehow we need to governments are find- a better chance to win Democrats have their United Way, blood drives, else. Pickens County invest in ways to create a ing ways to bring people when it counts.” own problems with this Mary’s House, The people die prematurely better economic climate. with money here through Does that comment better-not-to-win-now Hunger Coalition, church- because they can’tafford In Pickens and north- marketing and creating sound like something thinking. es, scout groups, school health care and they put ern Anderson counties attractive destinations from Olympic badminton Some Democrats, look- kids taking cans of food off seeking medical help that means finding ways and events. players during the recent ing at another four years to help the hungry. They for something that is obvi- to invest in the infrastruc- Corporations have cer- London games? They of an Obama presidency, are all looking out for ously wrong. ture, roads, water lines tainly invested in stu- were trying to lose some ask whether they want to others and trying to fill One church in our com- etc that will be essential dents and institutions preliminary match- suffer through four needs they see around us. munity 5 Point Church for continued job growth. of higher learning. Will es because losing D.G. more years like They are neighbors help- operates a food bank that We need to invest in they continue to do that would get them a Martin the last two, when ing their neighbors. serves 400 families on a schools and colleges at adequate levels. Who better draw in the Contributing Republicans con- And there are a lot of monthly basis. You could young people — and is going to repair crum- next round. Columnist trolling the House neighbors who need help. easily count that as 1,500 older, more experienced bling roads and bridges What does this of Representatives Many groups count to 2,000 people who need people — the knowlege that have been a backbone badminton scandal blocked every the numbers. Homeless help with food. And that on which to base creative of local economy for a have to do with politics? Obama initiative. school children number in is just what one church thoughts about future generation? Some people in both These discouraged parties want their presi- Democrats think that dential candidates to the deadlock would lose the 2012 election continue if Obama were because they think that reelected. Thus, any would improve their progressive efforts dur- chances for a decisive ing Obama’s second term and more significant win would be stymied, and in 2016. it would be impossible First, there is a little for Obama to develop a ripple from disaffected compromise approach to conservative Republicans the country’s budget and who do not think Mitt debt crisis. Thus, they Romney is strong on reason, a Democratic win their issues. He is not in November would be a “un-moderate” enough wasted victory. for them. They do not What Democrats need believe he will stand up to do, they might be and fight for their agenda thinking, is to let the should he become presi- crazies who control the dent. Republican Party win the For them, Romney is presidency in 2012, take really just a part of the over the government, establishment and only and put their programs pretending to be a true in place. After four years conservative. Not only of Republican and Tea would his election not Party government, the make a positive differ- American public would ence, they worry it might be ready to bring back When seniors need financial assistance set their movement back Obama on a red carpet for years. in 2016, give him a hen the last al questions, you’re issued a now receive a 50 percent bills, including: They might be think- Congress stripped of the national census personalized report describ- discount on brand-name LIHEAP (Low-Income ing, if Romney loses, Tea Party, and give him was taken in ing programs and services prescription drugs and a 14 Home Energy Assistance then after four more a powerful mandate for W2010, 48 per- for which you may be eli- percent discount on gener- Program) provides grants to years of Obama, the progressive action. That cent of the population was gible, including links to their ics. (These discounts will help pay utility bills. To see country will be ready for kind of election victory, classified as poor or low- websites and applications. gradually increase until 2020 if you qualify, go to www. the kind of real change they reason, would be income (earning less Several government- when the doughnut hole will acf.hhs.gov/programs/ocs/ they believe it needs. In worth fighting for, and than 200 percent of Money sponsored programs disappear altogether.) liheap. 2016, the time would be worth waiting for. the poverty level). Matters help people with The IRS tax code includes SNAP (Supplemental ripe for a presidential Maybe this line of Anyone who’s ever Jason limited income and several benefits that target Nutrition Assistance candidate who is a real thinking does not make tried to live on a low Alderman resources pay for med- seniors (and often, other Program) helps millions of conservative, somebody sense to you. But it has income knows how ical coverage, includ- lower-income taxpayers), lower-income Americans they can trust to stand an appeal to some frus- difficult it can be to ing Medicaid and including: buy nutritious food each make ends meet when cost Medicare. For a good round- A higher standard deduc- and fight their battles trated Democrats. Their month. Visit www.fns.usda. and put the country in better-not-to-win-now increases for essentials like up of these programs, go to tion amount for most people healthcare, housing, food who don’t itemize deduc- gov/snap for qualification order. reasoning and their ongo- www.medicare.gov and click and energy outpace their on “Get Financial Help.” tions if they and/or their requirements. Maybe you have heard ing frustration could lead earnings. This can be espe- Most pharmaceutical spouse are over 65 or blind. Rental assistance for this kind of thinking them to stay at home this low-income families is whispered by hard-line cially challenging for seniors companies offer patient An additional tax credit November. living on a fixed income. assistance programs (PAPs) for lower-income people who available from several U.S. Tea Party types and Clever Republican psy- Department of Housing the Ron Paul or Sarah The good news is there that provide uninsured and are over 65 or disabled and chological warriors might and Urban Development Palin supporters, and are literally thousands of fed- low-income people access file a 1040 or 1040A tax figure out ways to exploit programs as well as other even more quietly from eral, state and private assis- to prescription drugs they form. (For full details and eli- these frustrations. tance programs designed couldn’t otherwise afford. gibility, see IRS Publication state and local agencies some people who sup- If so, there could be ported Rick Santorum or to help seniors and others Ask your doctor, pharmacist 524 at www.irs.gov.) (see www.hud.gov/renting/ Tokyo Roses working cover their basic needs. Your or health clinic for details. Free tax return prepara- index.cfm for details). Michele Bachmann in the all sides of the political primaries. challenge might be finding Other good resources tion assistance and counsel- Go to www.usa.gov/ battleground this year ones for which you’re eli- include: Medicare’s alpha- ing from IRS-trained volun- Citizen/Topics/Benefits. Some Democrats are trying to take advantage quietly smiling about this gible. Here are a few sug- betical list of drugs available teers is available to people shtml for a comprehensive of the badminton-player over age 60, as well as low- thinking. A few might gestions: through PAPs (www.medi- overview of additional aid thinkers in both political The nonprofit National care.gov/pap/index.asp); to-moderate income folks even be trying to figure programs. parties. Council on Aging offers Partnership for Prescription and military families. out how to encourage And of course, don’t for- D.G. Martin hosts “North Carolina BenefitsCheckUp (www. Assistance (www.pparx. IRS Publication 554 pro- get to ask about senior dis- it. Their efforts would Bookwatch,” which airs Fridays at 9:30 benefitscheckup.org), a free, org); RxAssist (www.rxas- vides comprehensive help counts whenever you shop, be psychological warfare p.m. and Sundays at 5 p.m. on UNC-TV. confidential web-based ser- sist.org); and NeedyMeds for seniors to prepare their to diminish the enthu- For more information or to view prior travel or buy insurance – 10 programs visit the webpage at www. vice that helps seniors and (www.needymeds.com). tax returns. percent here and there can siasm of the Republican their caregivers find finan- In addition, as a result Many government-spon- troops, the same tactics unctv.org/ncbookwatch/ A grant from really add up. the North Carolina Humanities Council cial assistance for health- of the Affordable Care Act, sored benefits, grants and Jason Alderman directs Visa’s financial Tokyo Rose used with provides crucial support for North care, housing, food, utilities, Medicare Part D participants financial aid programs exist education programs. To Follow Jason her broadcasts during Carolina Bookwatch. in-home services and much who reach the so-called to help seniors, low-income Alderman on Twitter: www.twitter.com/ more. After answering sever- doughnut hole coverage gap families and others pay their PracticalMoney. The Pickens Sentinel LETTER TO THE EDITOR Pickens County’s Newspaper Since 1871 www.pickenssentinel.com Follow the money on campaign www.pickenssentinel.com Editor/General Manager - Lonnie Adamson spending [email protected] To the editor: In the midst of this political season, I am disappoint- REPORTERS The Pickens Sentinel ingly struck by the tremendous amount of money being Billy Cannada spent on two presidential campaigns and other federal, [email protected] Pickens County’s Newspaper Since 1871 state, and local campaigns. Joe Toppe I believe this not only saddens me, but tens of millions [email protected] of Americans. 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There can be no doubt that money buys access to Published Wednesdays in Pickens, SC government policies, and therefore, campaign contribu- (USPS #431-840) tions are, in actuality, investments in rich and powerful peoples’ futures! Postmaster send address changes to: Drop off: 205 Garvin Street, Pickens 12 months for $23 Is there any wonder why so many voters don’t bother Mailing Address: P. O. Box 709, Easley, SC 29640 to vote? Are my views cynical or truth? Can American Office Address: 205 Russell Street, Easley Call: 878-2453 government, at all levels, be guilty of some of the biggest Phone #: 864-855-0355 Mail to: Pickens Sentinel, white collar crimes on Earth? Just some questions to pon- Fax #: 864-855-6825 der during this political season. Office Hours: 8:30 am to 5:00 pm, weekdays P. O. Box 95, Pickens, SC 29671 Tim Monroe Bledsoe North Augusta Wednesday, September 19, 2012 Pickens Sentinel 5A Domestic violence victims finds new life, helps others
Lonnie Adamson as obvious bad news and Editor/General Manager Lemmons answers dont come easily, even after a Seeing her life after year of being away from seven years of domes- it and many sessions of tic abuse, Deborah counseling. “I was lost Lemmons, says she was in it,” she said. “It came “lost and didn’t know on so slowly, I guess I what life could be like” didn’t realize what was without constant insults, happening.” fear and threats with a He started out for a gun. coupe of years as being Lemmons is now the someone she could trust resident manager of she said. He started with Mary’s House, a shelter insults and degrading for female victims of comments. Isolation was domestic violence and a part of it. “I would- Crosswell Elementary student Jordan Reed with grandmother, Janice Simpson; mother, Jennifer Reed, teacher Melanie Johnson and their children. Now she principal, Traci Boyles. talk to my sister some spends her time helping on the phone. She would women from throughout know that something the upstate who find wasn’t right. I’d just Local 5th grader takes aim themselves in similar say to her,’I’ll tell you situations. about it later.’ He was, is Back then she went and alcoholic. Then one through a period of what time he shoved me,” she at inaugural attendance she describes as progres- said. The frequency and sive control, insults, deg- intensity of the violence radation, isolation and became worse. Lonnie Adamson role that is not for a lead- death threat at the hands Editor/General Manager er the students turn to “I could tell when he of a man she one time was in a bad mood. I her for answers,” Boyles thought she could trust. None us knows who said. “Jordan stands out would go into the bed- In the end of the rela- room and just sit on the the next president will in leadership and the tionship, he did jail time be, but with any luck, way she carries herself bed. One time suted into for trying to shoot her in the room and he had his a Crosswell Elementary and the way she speaks,” a drunken rage. shotgun and he pointed School 5th grader will Boyles said. He came pretty close, it at my head and said watch him be inauguart- One thing that has according to Lemmons, he was going to kill me. ed. helped her be the way who survived a bullet Well luck and some she is is her family’s that came within a foot I still didn’t believe that money. suport and involment, of her head. The second he really would.” Jordan Reed and her Boyles said. time he took aim at er Then one night he family are trying to raise Johnson sees that and head, the gun jammed went into a rage and money to help the her something else that she and she was able to get turned over a recliner accept an invitation to a describes as “an internal away to her car. chair pinning her to the leadership program that Jordan Reed with her mom, Jennifer Reed. motivation” that helps Now she will say, “I floor with his knees. will allow her to study Jordan shine as a stu- am happy as I have ever “He shoved a pistol who have potential to be a criminal investigation governmental practices, dent. been. “She helps take in into my mouth and I accepted to the program, might act. the electoral process and Cost of the trip is woman at Mary’s House couldn’t breathe I was so but Jordan was the first She seemed to like how laws are made. between $3,500 and tring to give them direc- scared. He was so drunk, to attend from this area. the scinece most and Along the way, she’ll $4,000 says Jordan’s tion to the places that I was ableto push him enjoyed the medical have the opportunity to At the session at grandmother, Janice offer a way out. off.” meet former First Lady Chapel Hill, Jordan said study. Combining engi- Simpson, who funded the Many of the women When he stood over Laura and her daughter she studied CSI, medi- neering and medicine for Chapel Hill trip. She is need a place to stay until her again, he fired Jenna Bush. cine and engineering a career intrigues her, seeking the help of area they can make connec- missing her by inch- The opportunity fol- and was involved in daily she said. businesses that might tions to family who can es, Lemmons said. “I lows a summertime lead- leadership and team- Leadership is a char- help defray costs. take them into a safe couldn’t move. He point- ership leadership pro- building exercises. acteristic that stands The Crosswell environment. Some of ed it at me again and gram at the University of She was most interest- out in Jordan said 4th Elementary PTA facili- the women need longer when he pulled the trig- North Carolina at Chapel ed in CSI techniques in grade teacher Johnson tating fundraising for term assistance, direc- ger, the gun jammed,” Hill called the National which they studied some and Crosswell school the effort, said Simpson. tion toward finding a Lemmons said. Young Scholars program. of the science used by Principal Traci Boyles. Checks can be made to way of supporting them- She spent several- Jordan was nominated criminal investigators. If she is in a group, stu- Crosswell Elementary selves, shorterm access months after that travel- for that expeience by her She did a blood test and dents look to her to help School PTA, Special to health care and legal ing between family mem- 4th grade teacher Melanie a group did a role play- with the answers to a Projects, Jordan Reed, aid. bers for places to stay. Johnson. Johnson reguar- ing exercise to study task, Boyles said. “Even 161 School Road, Easley, All need to talk talk. When that became ly nominates students how each character in when she is assigned a SC 29642. So she spends a lot of impossible for her, she time listening to their found Mary’s House. stories. “The stories “I remember the night have so many similari- I first saw her,” Mary’s ties,” Lemmons said. “ut House Director Lisa each woman and situa- Smith said. “She was Local Celebrity Wins tion is different. We try quiet. Often times they to help them find what don’t trust anyone. Her they need.” anner was not confident. Ask her why she stayed She is a different person in the situation that to today, very confident and Community Award many seems to outsiders outspoken,” Smith said. By Joe Toppe different charitable organizations Along with Atlanta Braves third Staff Writer and have, but I am just one of doz- baseman, Chipper Jones, Wyche ens trying to make Pickens a better is a spokesperson for the Rally Sports legend and local resident, place to live,” said Wyche. Foundation which helps to raise Sam Wyche, has been selected as His wife, Jane, is a native of money for child cancer research. this month’s recipient of the “I Fan Pickens, a former cheerleader at He is a board member of the St. the Flame” award. Pickens High, and was selected as Jude Children’s Research Hospital The award was created by the Miss Pickens in 1960. and the founder of the Pickens- City of Pickens and the Pickens He and his wife volunteer for such Easley Food Fight Bowl for Meals Revitalization Association (PRA) to honor selected individuals who local organizations as Pendleton on Wheels. have given back to the community Place and Parenting Place. “It’s people like Sam whose and who strive to make Pickens a Wyche holds degrees from investment into the community better place. both Furman University and the contribute to the overall feeling of “I am sure that there is a long line University of South Carolina and unity. The award celebrates these of people more deserving than I am spent nearly three decades in the contributions,” said Executive to receive this award. My wife and National Football League where Director of the PRA, Kristen Henry. I have been in Pickens since 1999 he played and coached in several Wyche is the seventh recipient of and have wanted to get involved in Super Bowls. the award.
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Jacquelene Bigar’s Horoscope HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, to let this person know your feelings. Sept. 19, 2012: Tonight: Mosey on home. zITS Jerry Scott and Jim Borgman This year you will be encouraged to VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) greet change with greater ease. If you HHHH You could be seeing a fight progress, you could encounter situation very differently from in the your share of bumps along the way. past. You’ll discover that a person you Learn to let go, and head down the counted on no longer is predictable. He path that greets you with energy and or she has been more uptight and now optimism. If you are single, you meet chooses more off-the-wall ideas and more people than usual. You will fall actions. Tonight: Visit with a pal. into an intense tango with many of LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) your potential sweeties. Take your time HHHH Be aware of how much you deciding. If you are attached, nothing offer. 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Visit us at: www.pickenssentinel.comAd goes here Wednesday, September 19, 2012 Pickens Sentinel 7A Blue Flame travel to dominate Travelers Rest on the road Billy Cannada would only continue their Staff Writer offensive showcase in the second half. PICKENS—After get- Cameron Holder ting blown out in the first punched in another score two games of the season, to open the second half, the Pickens High football moving the Pickens advan- team has managed to turn tage to 21-6. Anderson things completely around reeled off a 78-yard and move its record to an touchdown run shortly even 2-2 on the year with after that gave his team its latest victory over a three score lead. Antron Travelers Rest. Wakefield and Austin Riding momentum Clark also got themselves from their key victory into the scoring column Liberty found its third win of the season against Powdersville last Friday night. over Liberty two weeks with late touchdowns for ago, the Blue Flame domi- Pickens. nated the Devil Dogs in After struggling on every fashion in route to offense in their first two Liberty grinds out win over Powdersville a 42-6 win. games against Easley Despite the lopsided and Pendleton, the Blue Billy Cannada big play to notch two of a defense effort.” lot of young guys and final score, Pickens got Flame have bounced back Staff Writer scores of its own. Liberty Stewart says he was there are some talent- out to an ugly start, to register 59 points in went into halftime with a pleased with his team’s ed players right there,” fumbling on its first pos- the last two contests. LIBERTY—The 17-14 advantage after a second half performance. said Stewart. “That session and allowing a A three game road stint Liberty High football field goal. “We had a good second scares you for the future Travelers Rest touchdown is finally over for Pickens, team earned its third “I was pleased with half,” said Stewart. “We because they are going that put the Blue Flame as they will head back win of the season against them at half time. got after it pretty well. to do nothing but get behind 6-0 early. home to face Eastside this a feisty Powdersville Defensively we made We messed up a few cov- better. They’re going to Two rushing touch- Friday. The Blue Flame squad last Friday, using some adjustments, but erages in the first half, continue to get better, downs from Angus will then hit the road its running game to offensively we didn’t and that scheme they run and some of these guys Anderson gave Pickens again on September, 28 grind out a 37-14 vic- know what they were on offense executed well. that are just sophomores a 14-6 advantage at the to face the Bulldogs of tory. going to do,” said We had to be on top of are going to have three break, and the Blue Flame Berea. Liberty Head Coach Powdersville Head our game, and we have full years of varsity foot- Kyle Stewart says he was Coach Robert Mustar. “I to make sure with some ball. There is a lot to be proud of his team in their was pleased with effort, tough competition com- said for experience in first region appearance. but we didn’t get what ing down the road that high school football.” “We have seven region we wanted. We’re proud we correct mistakes.” Despite the loss, games this year and they of our kids we’ve just got Still in search of their Mustar hopes his team are all very important,” to find a way to win.” first win, the Patriots can show resilience in said Stewart. “You’ve got A strong Red Devil begin region play 0-1. the weeks to come. tough ones coming up running game, led by Mustar, however, says “We’ve got six more and it’s good to get off to quarterback Brandon he found some hope on games guaranteed,” said a good start. We only had Alexander, took con- Friday night. Mustar. “If you want to three non-region games, trol in the second half, “I’m never going to go to the playoffs, you’re and you always say that and the Liberty defense question their effort,” going to have to start you want to be playing never allowed another said Mustar. “If they go getting some wins and your best ball when the score. out and compete, sell that’s what we’ve got conference starts. With “We usually do well in out the whole game, and to work on right away. a short non-conference the late third and fourth don’t leave anything on We’ve got to get over schedule it was good to quarters after we kind of the field, that’s all you this one quick.” get out with a win.” pounded it most of the can ask for out of any of Liberty will travel to The Red Devils jumped night,” said Stewart. “We your kids. We’re going to Landrum this Friday out to a quick lead, scor- had a couple of big plays get some wins.” in search of its fourth ing twice in the open- here and there that ulti- Stewart says win, while Powdersville ing minutes of the first mately led to scores, but Powdersville will be a hopes to find victory at half. Powdersville would (Powdersville) should force to be reckoned home against Crescent. Pickens secured its second win of the season of Travelers Rest last battle back before the hold their heads up with in the future. Both games will kick Friday night. half; however, using the because that was a heck “Obviously they are a off at 7:30 p.m.
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Pedi sure/Ensure The organization’s founder, Hand Sanitizer Judith Hollaway, has been in “With the way the economy problem and be there for them both financial donations and Wound Care Supplies home healthcare for over six is, people don’t have the money in an emergency and provide medical supply donations. Gift Cards years and knows how difficult to purchase these items, but I the items offered by Pass It “You do not have to donate For more information con- it can be for people in need to don’t want it to be something Around Medical Supplies,” said money. It’s about the supplies, tact 864-607-6544 or visit pas- get certain, but essential medi- they can use exclusively, I want Hollaway. I want the medical supplies sitaroundmedicalsupplies.wee- cal supplies. to make people aware of this The organization accepts that can be difficult to keep bly.com Pickens Railway now Merchant’s Meeting officially on the market in Downtown Pickens By Joe Toppe on Monday, October 8th. Wal-Mart will create a Staff Writer One of the primary drop in sales for establish- By Joe Toppe goals of both the Pickens ments along Main Street, Staff Writer In an effort to make Chamber of Commerce but we can set them up Pickens’ merchants and the Pickens with basic economic and The Pickens Railway has officially aware of the Pickens Revitalization Association marketing tools to help filed for an abandonment exemption of Revitalization Association is to improve the city of get people in the door,” the eight mile span of railway between (PRA) and other city func- Pickens and rejuvenate its said PRA Executive the cities of Easley and Pickens. tions, the PRA and the economy. Director, Kristen Henry. In railroad abandonment, a railroad Greater Pickens Chamber The meeting will pro- According to the PRA announces that it will no longer oper- of Commerce will hold a vide a forum for both and the Pickens Chamber ate on a particular portion of track Merchant’s Meeting this the PRA and the Pickens of Commerce, establish- once it has been given permission from October. Chamber of Commerce to ments along Main Street “The meeting has sev- the Surface Transportation Board in consulted with the same group of attor- address a variety of issues in downtown are ulti- eral functions, one is to Washington, D.C. neys that counseled Greenville County affecting the merchants of mately safe due to the introduce the PRA to Now that the Pickens Railway Pickens. distinctive standard in on their acquisition of the Swamp all of the merchants of has abandoned the portion of track Rabbit Trail. “As a chamber and as which they serve. Pickens and the other is the PRA, we can listen “The residents of between Pickens and Easley, the cities “We, as the city of Pickens, the to make them aware of have 30 days to officially declare inter- council and administrator, are in agree- to the existing merchants’ Pickens are already going what the PRA is doing concerns,” said Parrott. to Wal-Mart in Central est in the stretch of railway. ment to purchase half of the railroad as well as other activities One of the key issues and in Easley, but a place The “Rails to Trails” project prop along with Easley,” said Pickens Mayor going on in the commu- influencing downtown like Bivens Hardware in both Easley and Pickens purchasing David Owens. nity and how they may businesses and con- Downtown Pickens is the abandoned portion of the Pickens The purchase of the railway is affect their businesses,” sumers is the arrival of unique and has a unique Railway and converting it into a multi- intended to be a 50/50 split between said Executive Director Wal-Mart, and the PRA market,” said Parrott. use trail system. the cities of Easley and Pickens. of the Greater Pickens and the Chamber of For more informa- The Pickens Railway has submitted “We, as the cities of Pickens and Chamber of Commerce, Commerce is expecting tion on the Merchant’s a purchase price of $500,000 to both Easley, must now agree upon the pur- Mike Parrott. that a portion of small Meeting contact the Easley and Pickens for the portion of chasing terms dictated by the con- Café Connections in businesses in Pickens will Pickens Revitalization track, and both cities are willing to tract,” said Pickens City Administrator, downtown Pickens will be affected. Association at 864-878- collaborate on the purchase and have Katherine Brackett. host the meeting at 8 AM “There is no doubt that 0105.
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Although the ers that use the various is clearly involved in the deer harvest has been on Wildlife Management reduction in deer num- a downward trend the Areas (WMAs) in the bers. This is especially last few years indicating state. true when combined that population levels South Carolina’s deer with extremely liberal have moderated, hunter population expanded deer harvests that have success and deer har- rapidly in the 1980’s been the norm in South vest rates remain good, and early 1990’s and it Carolina. The study is according to Charles peaked in the late 1990’s currently in the process Ruth, S.C. Department at about 1,000,000 ani- of determining if coyote of Natural Resources mals. However, since control (trap/kill) leads (DNR) Deer and 2002 the population has to increased fawn sur- Award winning taxidermy Wild Turkey Program trended down with cur- vival on the area. Coordinator. rent figures being about Hunters should not be Lonnie Adamson the production line or specific measurements to Top counties for 725,000 deer, a 25 per- overly concerned if the Editor/General Manager doing something he replicate the skull size, harvest in 2011 cent decline from peak deer population is down enjoys. “I love my work. distance between the included Bamberg, figures 10 years ago. The compared to several With the first big tro- I have been very blessed eyes, shape ofthe skull, Union, Calhoun, and reduction can likely be years ago when the pop- phy deer just weeks away to be ableto stay busy,” he said. If turning over Orangeburg with each attributable to a number ulation reached its peak. from being a reality, hunt- he said. He is about toget the skinning to the taxi- of these counties exhib- of factors including habi- Most hunters, to their ers keeping the eye on the into his busiest times of dermist is not possible, iting harvest rates in tat change. Although credit, have recognized prize will want to know the year, deer season. taking some measure- excess of 15 deer per timber management the fact that having how to prevserve it. Ending up with a good ment will be essential in square mile. Very few activities stimulated fewer deer leads to bet- Grover Bearden, an product relies on good getting an accurate repro- areas in the United significant growth in ter quality deer. Results Easley taxidermist with research, knowing and ductions. The meaure- States consistently yield South Carolina’s deer of DNR’s antler scoring national and statewide implementing details and ments include tip of the comparable harvest fig- population beginning in program indicate that credentials has some getting the harvested ani- nose to front cornerofthe ures. On the other hand, the 1970’s, considerable this may indeed be the basic ideas for those mal to a controled envi- eye, tip of the nose to top counties for quality acreage is currently in case as the last 5 years needing his service. ronment quickly. front edge of the antler deer in 2011 included even-aged pine stands have seen approximately Bearden is one of 105 “Don’tdrive your tro- bur, tip of the nose to Aiken, Orangeburg, and that are greater than 10 1,000 bucks successfully taxidermists in the nation phy aroundall day show- back of the ead wher skull Kershaw in the coast- years old, a situation entered into the state ceritified by the National ing it of to your buddies,” ends. Other detailed mea- al plain and Anderson, that does not support records program. Taxidermy Association. he said.” There is bacte- surements are shown in Pickens, and Saluda deer densities at the On the other hand, He is on the board of ria in the deer and if you accompanying diagrams. counties in the pied- same level as younger said Ruth, we don’t want directors of the South don’t get it to a cooler or Studying anatomi- mont. These results stands in which food and to see the population Carolina Association of a freezer quickly, the hair cal details of different come as no surprise cover is more available. decline such that hunter Taxidermists. In 13 years may well start falling out. animals i part of what as these counties have Also, coyotes are success and the inter- of taxidermy study, he As a general rule he helps him achieve better historically produced a recent addition to est in deer hunting dete- has claimed numerous suggests letting someone artistic results.He keeps good numbers of record the landscape and are riorate. Earlier this year, state awards, including with experience skin the books of photos of liv- entries. another piece of the DNR made recommenda- Best of Show Whitetail trophy annimal. If the ing examples of animals Find out more about puzzle. DNR is current- tions related to future Deer and Best All Aroud deer is being used for and uses the pictures to the 2011 deer harvest ly involved in a major deer management needs Taxidermist in thestate it’s meat go ahead and atch as close as he can to and 2012 antler records study with researchers at in South Carolina, how- for four years running. skin it or get someone the subject of his work. at the South Carolina the Savannah River Site ever, these recommenda- He started taxidermy who knows how. “If you Helooks for fine details Department of Natural investigating the affects tions have not met with 13 years ago as a hobby aren’tgoing to use the like te setting of the eyes Resources website. coyotes are having on any legislative action at and that grew into part meat, say for animal like in a skull, the turn of a Although there were the survival of deer this point. time work and work for a fox, bobcat or coyote — head or body posture on no substantive changes fawns. Cumulative data Deer hunting gener- friends. get it to a cooler quickly an animal. made to deer hunting throughout the study ates approximately $200 When his corporate job and get it to the taxider- Bearden owns nd laws by the General indicates approximately million in retail sales for was eliminated in 2010, e mist for skining.” operates Southland Assembly this year, 70 percent total fawn South Carolina’s econo- was left with the option That lets the taxider- Taxidernmy Studio in hunters should always mortality with coyotes my annually. of finding more work on mist know important Easley. Welcome to The Outdoor Post 3316-C Hwy. 153 Russell Cooper Piedmont, SC 29673 Dip & Carolina CAMO Hydrographic
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