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SOUTH CAROLINA’S PREMIER WEEKLY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 GREER, SOUTH CAROLINA VOL. 101 NO. 15 50 CENTS Lyman Wellford reaches approves deal with $66,000 SJWD bid
BY AMANDA IRWIN BY AMANDA IRWIN STAFF WRITER STAFF WRITER
After three years of dis- Wellford Town Council cussion, the City of Lyman unanimously approved has reached a settlement going forward with a sani- with Startex-Jackson-Well- tation bid and joining the ford-Duncan Water Dis- Spartanburg County Parks trict (SJWD) through me- and Recreation District, diation. following an executive During a council meeting session at an April 1 meet- held in early March, a reso- ing. lution was passed to allow “We had three bidders. The successful bidder was ‘I’d like to stand Waste Connections. The successful bid was $66,000 here and tell you PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN a year,” said Wellford May- or Thomas Watson. that I was always A brush re that took re ghters two hours to extinguish left several local residents without homes in the Riverwood Along with approving Farms subdivision last week. the bid, council passed a nice and I always solid waste collection or- dinance, allowing services said the right to be provided to the city. Taking a step toward re- things. I also know ceiving services from the Spartanburg County Parks that would be a Community responds and Recreation District, council also unanimously lie…’ approved an ordinance to allow Watson to negotiate Outpouring of support for fire victims with the department for Mike Caston Wellford to receive parks Executive director, SJWD BY AMANDA IRWIN and recreational from STAFF WRITER Spartanburg County. A the entire council, along WANT TO HELP? | date for the second and with Mayor Rodney Turn- After a tossed cigarette started final reading for the ordi- er and Director of Public a brush fire that destroyed two Monetary donations nance has not been set. Works Alan Johnson, to structures in the Riverwood Farms Bank of America The city agreed to sell mediate with the attor- subdivision, community members, Greer city-owned property, lo- neys over the 7Q10. The several emergency response and lo- Spartanburg cated at 382 David Av- 7Q10 allows SJWD to draw cal organizations stepped up to help enue for $1,000. The move out unlimited amounts displaced individuals. Item donations frees the city from being of water, which costs the The fire took two hours to extin- Pleasant Grove Baptist responsible for potentially town money because of guish, but firefighters who respond- 1002 S. Buncombe Road more than $6,000 of work processing. Lyman hoped ed to the afternoon blaze were on needed on the property. to set a minimal amount scene well into the night, according PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN Fundraiser “This is a dilapidated of water to remain avail- to Fire Chief Chris Harvey. Harvey Pleasant Grove Baptist Ball eld piece of property owned able to the town. said cigarettes being tossed out this Jim Marshall stacks donatations for Saturday, May 10, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. by the city. It needs to be Mike Caston, executive time of year when grass is dry is a victims of the Riverwood Farms re. demolished … It’s going director of SJWD, briefly common cause of brush fires in our John Wareham, American Red to cost us, if we choose spoke at the meeting. “In area, including the Riverwood Farms Angel Vigil, a neighbor in the Riv- Cross local chief public affairs of- as a city council to have this whole process, al- fire that destroyed a single-family erwood Farms community, said the ficer, said of the four residences it demolished and hauled though it’s been painful home and a triplex, in addition to family that resided in the single- that were completely destroyed, the away, in excess of $6,000,” I know, you all — gentle- causing minor damages to 11 other family home that burned down was organization opened cases and as- Watson said. men and ladies — have homes. No one was injured in the the Powell family, which has two in- sisted two of them. SEE LYMAN | A6 fire. fant twins and a 2-year-old. SEE FIRE | A6 SEE WELLFORD | A6
‘Beautiful event’ raises $500,000 Saturday Nearly ‘We have a lot of passionate people who are behind our cause, and it’s because 4,000 walk of them that we are beginning to make for heart progress.’ health Luci Givens Director of development, Upstate American Heart Association BY AMANDA IRWIN STAFF WRITER According to Givens, Givens said. the majority of the money “Definitely in the South Officials estimate nearly raised goes towards re- there is a higher risk,” she 4,000 people took to the search, as well as preven- said. “There’s many as- streets for the Heart Walk tation programs and com- pects to that. I think when last Saturday in Greer, rais- munity education. The you look at it on a national ing an estimated $500,000 Heart Walk is part of the scale and the fact that the for the cause. The walk My Heart My Life platform, South does have a higher was the fourth held in the PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN which is a preventative instance of cardiovascular city, and the number of care platform through the disease. It’s definitely a participants and amount Nearly 4,000 people turned up to show their support in downtown Greer on Saturday, American Heart Associa- cultural thing.” raised were equivalent to celebrating an annual Heart Walk that raised $500,000. tion. The American Heart As- the results of the 2013 “Heart disease is actu- sociation strives to edu- walk. ally the number one killer cate and encourage people “We are really pleased event,” said Luci Givens, a lot of passionate people make progress. We just of both men and women, to live healthier lives to with the turn out on Sat- the Upstate’s American who are behind our cause, want to thank people for which a lot of people are prevent cardiovascular urday. It was a beautiful Heart Association director and it’s because of them what they are doing for surprised about, and it ef- disease and stroke. The day. It was a beautiful of development. “We have that we are beginning to this organization.” fects people of all ages…,” SEE WALK | A6
INDEX | DEATHS | SPORTS | NOTABLE | INSIDE | CLASSIFIEDS B6 TO SUBSCRIBE COMMUNITY CALENDAR/NEWS A2 3 Jincie “Jean” CRIME A11 Ballenger Davis, 95 Relay for Life ENTERTAINMENT B9 James Theron TO THE OBITUARIES A6 Hawkins, Sr., 63 OPINION A4 fundraiser Saturday OUR SCHOOLS B10 GREER CITIZEN, SPORTS B1 5 New Covenant Fellowship will host a WEATHER A6 hot dog, bake sale and donut sale on Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at 2425 Racing Rd. in Greer. CALL US Proceeds from the event will bene t Relay for Life. PLAY BALL For more information, contact 848- JOINING THE CONTEST TODAY AT Greer Little League 4521. Atwater will vie opening day for superintendent 877 2076 B1 A8 A2 THE GREER CITIZEN COMMUNITY WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 McAbee is recipient of DAR service award The Joyce Scott Chap- presented to the City of their own domain. The line ter of the National Society Greer on May 9, 1952 by to mark the boundary was Daughters of the Ameri- the Joyce Scott Chapter. not surveyed until after can Revolution (DAR) pre- Reference materials the close of the Cherokee sented Dr. Thomas McA- found at the Jean M. Smith wars in 1761. When an- bee with the community Library stated: “The most other treaty was made, a service award on April 3. momentous real estate survey [began], which was McAbee is a graduate of deal in South Carolina his- completed several years Furman University and the tory started from a meet- later.” University of South Caro- ing at Saluda Old Town in In 2000, Bobby Watson, lina as a co-director of 1755 when Governor Glen member of the Sons of the Children’s Television met Old Hop, head chief the American Revolution, Project and as an adjunct of the Cherokees and par- restored the marker us- faculty member at USC ley resulted in the Indians ing prescribed paint and Upstate. ceding to the Province all procedures. The late Mike McAbee had the old the lands compromised in Garfield supplied a new Indian Boundary Line the upper part of the Prov- post and “planted” the 80- marker moved from S.C. ince save what now com- pound marker on Highway MANDY FERGUSON | THE GREER CITIZEN Highway 29 to Greer City prises Greenville, Ander- 29 as a gift. Park, adjoining Greer City son, Oconee and Pickens The April 3 meeting was Dr. Thomas McAbee is presented with a community service award by the Daughters of Hall in 2012, which gave Counties. This area the held at Rolling Green Vil- the American Revolution during a meeting Thursday at Rolling Green Village. McAbee pedestrians access to the Cherokees reserved for lage in Greenville. was recognized for his e orts in the relocation of the Indian Line Boundary marker to marker while maintaining Greer City Park. Above, left to right: McAbee accepting a plaque from DAR State Regent a historically correct loca- Dot Lind and Chapter Regent Zoe Carlson. tion near Line Street. The original marker was Ronald McDonald Live and in Person!
for best quilts and a best- GCM NEEDS valid driver’s license and COMMUNITY of-show cash prize will be CONDIMENTS, CEREAL have a heart for serving awarded. Interested quil- Greer Community Min- others. MOW has 19 deliv- ters can bring their quilts istries needs mustard, ery routes in the greater NEWS to the museum on April ketchup, mayonnaise, rel- Greer area. Meals are de- 23 from 1 – 4 p.m. or make ish and salad dressings. livered Monday through arrangements for other The Fab Five item of the Friday. PELHAM POWER times. There will be a $5 week is boxed cereal. For more information, BREAKFAST AT ROOSTERS entry fee for each quilter. Donate at the ministry, contact at 879-2254 or The Pelham Power Break- For more information 738 S. Line St. Ext., Greer, 877-1937. fast, presented by Greer call 877-3377. between 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. State Bank, will be held on Monday through Friday. FAMILY MINISTRIES April 9 from 8 – 9 a.m. at MTCC’S ROLLING Visit gcminc.org or call COAT DRIVE Rooster’s Men’s Grooming ON THE RIVER 879-2254 for more infor- District Five Families Center, 3935 Pelham Road, The annual Rolling on mation. Ministries is sponsoring Greenville. The event is the River fundraiser for an ongoing coat drive. free to members. Middle Tyger Commu- GREER MEALS ON WHEELS New or gently used coats Ronald McDonald is dancing into nity Center will be held SEEKS DRIVERS for men, women and chil- HANDSHAKES on April 26 at 6:30 BMW GCMs’ Meals on Wheels dren are accepted. Please town on Saturday, April 19th AND HASHBROWNS Zentrum Center. program needs drivers drop off at Middle Tyger and, he will be at the The networking event, The event is an evening for a number of routes, Community Center, at 84 McDonald's, Hammett Bridge Rd presented by Bank of of games, food, music and including weekly, month- Groce Road, Lyman, to Travelers Rest, will be prizes and the proceeds ly or as substitutes, and help a family in need. @ Hwy 14 at 11:00 AM. held at Enhanced Living benefit children and fami- presently biweekly drivers You can also call the Ronald is sure to bring Chiropractic, 140 Sage lies served by the MTCC. are needed. center for pickup at 439- Creek Way, Greer, on April Tickets are $50 per per- A MOW driver must be 7760. lots of surprises and fun. 16 from 8 – 9 a.m. The son, which includes dinner. a qualified driver with a So be sure to join us! event is free to members. Call Lisa Hall at 439-7760 for more information. RED CROSS NEW DISASTER VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION ROAD TO RECOVERY An orientation for new NEEDS DRIVERS volunteers or people con- The American Cancer sidering volunteering will Society needs volunteer Colors of Grace be held on April 17 and drivers to transport pa- June 19 from 6 – 8 p.m. tients to local treatment at the Spartanburg Office, centers. Lessons for Lent 131 E. Main St., and May 6 Anyone interested in and June 3 from 6-8 p.m. volunteering as a driver by Joseph Martin at the Greenville Office, must have a good driv- 940 Grove Road. ing record, valid driver’s For more information license, automobile insur- Narration by email wcrdvmt@redcross. ance and a vehicle in good org. working condition. The American Cancer Society Dow Welsh SMALL BUSINESS provides free training for SERIES, APRIL 22 this program. presented by A seminar conducted by For more information on Curtis Harper, a franchise becoming a Road to Recov- broker from Greenville. ery volunteer, contact the Curtis will discuss avail- local office at 627-8289. The Sanctuary Choir able franchising opportu- nities and the process of GOD’S PANTRY St. John’s franchising. REQUESTS DONATIONS The workshop will be God’s Pantry needs non- held on April 22 from 6:30 perishable food donations. Baptist Church p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Greer Items can be dropped off Guest Development Corporation, at: 100 Enoree Road, Greer, 11-B S. Main St., Greer, in on Thursdays from 10 a.m. Orchestra the second floor confer- – noon, 2481 Racing Road, ence room. Greer, on Thursdays 1 For more information – 4 p.m. or 700 E. Main St., & contact Beth Smith at 592- Duncan, on Wednesdays 9 6318. – 11 a.m. $SULO For questions or to vol- QUILT SHOW unteer call Wendy at 963- 2·&ORFNLQWKH(YHQLQJ APRIL 25 AND 26 4441. The annual Quilt Show at the Greer Heritage Mu- SHARON’S CLOSET seum will be held April 25 REQUESTS CLOTHING ST. JOHN’S and 26. Sharon’s Closet needs The museum is looking spring and summer cloth- BAPTIST CHURCH for quilters who want to ing donations. New or gen- *URYHODQG'U7D\ORUV6& display their handmade tly used clothing accepted quilts in one of two divi- Monday through Friday 8 1/4 mile east of St. Mark Rd. sions: hand quilted and a.m. – 4 p.m. at 783 S. Line machine quilted. St Ext., Greer. Dow Welsh, Pastor Joel Duncan, Minister of Music Ribbons will be given
Member FDIC Free Community Shred Day and Food Drive Wednesday, April 16 8am-5pm
Greer State Bank 1111 W. Poinsett Street
Dark Corner Diner Food Truck On Site 11am-2pm WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 COMMUNITY THE GREER CITIZEN A3
Manning YARDS OF THE MONTH MONDAY, APRIL 14 COMMUNITY GRACE PLACE IN Greer will have its mini-mall open from 10 a.m. - noon. Grace Place House CALENDAR is located at 407 Ridgewood Drive. I.D. required. THE NEVER ALONE GROUP renamed OF NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS TODAY, APRIL 9 at 7 p.m. at the Greer Recre- Manning House, a pro- GRACE PLACE IN Greer will ational Center. vider of assisted living have its mini-mall open from services and care to se- 10 a.m. - noon. Grace Place niors in Greer, unveiled is located at 407 Ridgewood TUESDAY, APRIL 15 its new name – Manning Drive. I.D. required. GAP CREEK SINGERS will Place, which organization THE AWANAS CLUB at El rehearse from 7:30-9 p.m. officials say reflects its Bethel Baptist Church, 313 at The Church of the Good refreshed commitment to Jones Ave., Greer, from 6:30 Shepherd, 200 Jason St., enriching the life of the - 8:15 p.m. Kids ages 3-12 are Greer. For further informa- residents that it serves. invited. Call 877-4021. tion or to schedule a perfor- “We are thrilled about MTCC TOUR MEETS at the mance contact Wesley Welsh, our new name – Manning MTCC, at 84 Groce Road in President, at 877-5955. Place”, said Manning Place Lyman at 10 a.m. Potential GRACE PLACE IN Greer will Executive Director Kim volunteers and interested have its clothing closet open Burgess, “It better reflects MANDY FERGUSON | THE GREER CITIZEN parties can tour the facility from 6-8 p.m. Grace Place is our commitment to pro- and learn about programs located at 407 Ridgewood vide a vibrant environment Jason Clark, left, of The Strip Club 104, located at 104 E. Poinsett St., Greer, was awarded o ered. Drive. I.D. required. where our residents thrive the Camellia Garden Club’s Business Yard of the Month for April. Pictured with Clark are BARBERSHOP HARMONY each and every day. Resi- CHAPTER at 7 p.m. at Memo- dents at Manning Place are Alexandra Crossland, center, and Gloria Cairns, right, of the Camellia Garden Club. THURSDAY, APRIL 10 rial United Methodist Church, our extended family and ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIA 201 N. Main St., Greer. Call we treat them as such. TION SUPPORT GROUP in 877-1352. the second oor classroom at DISABLED AMERICAN ‘Today we celebrate Greer Memorial Hospital, 830 VETERANS and Auxiliary S. Buncombe Road, at 7-8:30 at 7 p.m., 721 E. Poinsett St., the ‘rebirth’ of p.m. For more information Woodmen of the World. Call call the Alzheimer’s Associa- Commander Preston Johnson our organization tion at (800) 272-3900 or visit at 979-7758. www.alz.org/sc. THE NEVER ALONE GROUP and renewed KIWANIS CLUB AT 6:30 p.m. OF NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS at Laurenda’s Family Restau- at 7 p.m. at the Greer Recre- commitment to rant. Call Charmaine Helfrich ational Center. at 349-1707. THE LIONS CLUB at Lake becoming the View Steak House, Higway 14 at 5:30 p.m. nations’ most trust SATURDAY, APRIL 12 THE SOAR LUNCHEON from COMMUNITY FOOD BANK 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at Victor Gym. assisted living 10 -11:30 a.m. at Calvary Bring a covered dish and/or Christian Fellowship, 2455 dessert. provider.’ Locust Hill Road, Taylors. Limited supplies available on Calendar deadline is a rst come, rst serve basis. noon on Tuesdays. Submit Jack R. Callison, Jr. MANDY FERGUSON | THE GREER CITIZEN GRACE PLACE IN Greer will information to Amanda Ir- CEO, Enlivant have its mini-mall open from win at 877-2076, email to Camellia Garden Club President Alexandra Crossland, left, presented the April 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Grace Place abradford@greercitizen. This is a unique environ- residential Yard of the Month to Larry Pruitt, center, 409 N. Main St., Greer. Yard of the Month is located at 407 Ridgewood com or mail to P.O. Box 70 ment where residents are Drive. I.D. required. Greer, SC 29652. chairman, Gloria Cairns, is pictured on the right. able to rekindle their inner spark, in their own unique and individual way.” The renaming of Man- ning Place coincides with the recent “rebranding” of its parent company, En- House approves anti-DUI law livant (formerly Assisted Living Concepts), which is here are two leg- the Medical University of Convention of states can and MSNBC “Morning Joe” under new ownership and islative weeks left YOUR VOICE South Carolina, the House only propose amend- host Joe Scarborough here executive leadership. Tbefore the “Crossover” IN COLUMBIA bill took the law a small ments, and cannot change to speak to us last Tues- “It’s a new day at our deadline – the date when step further and allowed the Constitution by itself. day. He signed copies of company”, said Enlivant legislation must reach the the parents to possess Each state would have his book and spoke to the Chief Executive Officer Senate to be considered in the CBD oil. This extract only one vote proposed Caucus about national po- Jack R. Callison, Jr. “The the normal course of busi- REPRESENTATIVE has given hope to parents amendments, and any litical issues. As we move name ‘Enlivant’ captures ness. That means April RITA ALLISON who have children with amendment approved by forward into 2015, please the essence of this re- is always a busy month extreme cases of epilepsy. the convention would still take the time to seek out newed sense of vitality in the General Assembly, This bill will now go to a This bill will also head to require ratification by 38 these prominent people and connectivity. While we and this week was no House-Senate Conference a conference committee. state. Amending the Con- when they visit our state. are proud of our more exception. Committee to finalize stitution is not something One of the biggest ben- than 30-year history as pi- Here is a quick break- language before going ARTICLE V CONVENTION to be taken lightly, and efits of having the First oneers in the assisted liv- down of this past week’s to the Governor for her We began debate on the this is a difficult process in the South Presidential ing industry, today we cel- major activity: signature. Article V Convention of designed by our Founding Primary is that we all get ebrate the ‘rebirth’ of our States legislation – a way Fathers. Nevertheless, as to meet, hear, and shake organization and renewed EMMA’S LAW ETHICS REFORM to rein in the out-of-con- dissatisfaction with the hands with national con- commitment to becoming The House approved a A special House sub- trol federal government. federal government in- servative figures between the nations’ most trust as- strong anti-DUI law that committee began re-writ- Article V of the Consti- creases in all segments of now and February 2016. sisted living provider.” we hope will keep repeat ing our Ethics Reform Act tution provides that if our population, it is time Remember, you can The company also un- DUI offenders off the that the Senate loaded two-thirds of the states we take back our federal follow legislation by going veiled a new, redesigned roads. “Emma’s Law” was up by doubling the size submit an application government. to www.schouse.gov and web site, www.Enlivant. named for Emma Long- of the bill. The primary to Congress, Congress clicking on legislation. com to serve as an edu- street, a 6-year-old girl reason for sending it to must call a Convention of NATIONAL VISITS You input and concerns cational resource for pro- from Lexington County subcommittee is to write States for the purpose of The House Republican are always welcome. spective residents and who was killed by a repeat our own provisions into proposing amendments Caucus was honored to their families. In addition, offender drunk driver the legislation so we can to the Constitution. A have former Congressman a customized section with two years ago. The law work with the Senate in valuable educational infor- requires some DUI offend- a conference committee. mation for Manning Place ers to install an ignition Our goal is to get this referral partners has been interlock device on their back out quickly so we Community Wide Communion added to the web site. vehicles and closes loop- can send a strong Ethics Manning Place employs holes that made it easier Reform Act to Governor a team of healthcare pro- for those convicted of a Haley. fessionals “dedicated to DUI to get back on the providing quality care and road without having to ‘CBD’ AND SEIZURES services.” use an ignition interlock The House approved A full-time Registered device. an extremely limited use Nurse partners with each Ignition interlock of a non-psychoactive resident to build a cus- devices require a driver cannabidiol, known as tomized, individual plan to breathe into the device CBD oil. This is to be used of care to maintain health. before starting the car. in a supervised medical Burgess said Manning If the driver has been setting for children with Place also offers program- drinking, the car won’t severe epilepsy. A similar ming that celebrates each start. Expanding the use bill passed the Senate last resident’s unique needs of these interlock de- week without an opposing and abilities in a support- vices is a critical step in vote. The Senate bill al-
ive and lively community. making our roads safer. lowed for clinical trials at “At Manning Place, we know that our actions sig- nificantly affect the lives of our residents every day,” said Burgess. “These For peace of mind … Pastor Keith Kelly and the entire body of believers actions are guided by our at His Vineyard invite you and your family to new core values: compas- sion, humility, excellence, fun and, most important- ly, integrity. We enthusias- Communion tically invite prospective residents, family mem- on bers, referral partners and the community at large in Greer to come visit us and see what all of the excite- Good Friday ment is about. It truly is a new day at Manning Place and the only way to fully April 18th • 7:00 p.m. appreciate the difference Choose a provider that has a Hospice House is to come in and experi- close to home. Luke 22:19 And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, ence it firsthand.” and gave it to them, saying, “This is my body given for you; Ask for us by name! CheCks do this in remembrance of me.” Cashed Pay BillS Here “There’s such a beauty and a peace in that Feel free to bring friends, family, or out-of-town guests. place that’s very hard to describe.” –annelie baer, patient family member • 1921 Hwy. 101 South, Greer, SC 29651 656 Arlington Road. • Greer 29651 (Exit 60 off Interstate 85) 864-968-1133 864.457.9122 www.hocf.org 801-0544 The Greer Citizen
A4 THE GREER CITIZEN OPINION WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 A match made in heaven
t just goes to show that there’s some- one for everybody. I’M JUST There was Teddy, wandering I Certainly there have been thriving SAYING relationships that baffle the world with through the field with one their initial attraction and long-term success: Helena Bonham-Carter and the PAM STONE of his donkey pals, Jack, and darkly eccentric director Tim Burton, Woody Allen and Soon Yi, a banana and between them, a mayo sandwich... a large field to himself and one other As much as I winced typing the second horse, as he did at my place; he was goose. couple, that third one is just nasty. thrown into the deep end of Big Oaks But, none of the above shocked me and turned out in a field with sev- as much as what I learned this past eral other donkeys. I had worried what week: Teddy, our former predator drone would happen if any of the farm’s other donkey and a goose. rescues wandered in: deer, emu, or goat, Teddy brays, the goose immediately re- there’s hope for the whole world! The If you remember, we had to make the but from all reports, and my own eyes, plies with a series of honking blasts, not potential is perhaps before us to quell sad decision to re-home our donk, a Teddy was settling quite well. terribly unlike Fran Drescher’s laugh. the hatred between Palestine and Israel, rescue, himself, after he, bowing to his This past week, a Facebook friend, And they all sleep together. India and Pakistan, Auburn and Ala- territorial instincts, went aggressively Penny, ‘tagged’ me in a video she had Had that goose appeared in the field bama... after not only coyotes, wild turkeys, and shot at Big Oaks showing a scene that with Teddy, when he lived with us, it You’re right- I shouldn’t get too carried stray dogs but also killed two of our beggared belief: There was Teddy, wan- would have been the target of instant away. But, a girl can dream, and at this cats and nearly trampled our beloved, dering through the field with one of his destruction. But somehow, the magic of point, it appears to me that, while diplo- elderly, Jack, Bonnie. donkey pals, Jack, and between them, a Big Oak weaves its platonic spell over its macy seems to have failed on all topical Teddy was taken to Big Oaks Res- goose. swarm of four-legged critters, replac- fronts lately, perhaps what is needed cue Farm, in Greenwood - a wonderful It is reported that while Jack grazes, ing hostility with harmony, all animals is an international ‘Big Oaks:’ a big old haven for terribly abused and neglected the goose, a mallard, takes shade be- wanting nothing more than to teach the field where dangerous world leaders can livestock, all taken in and paid for by neath his substantial belly. When Teddy world a song to sing, sans the Coca Cola. be thrown together and are assigned, by the owner, Joe Mann, and donations and Jack share their dinner, the goose If a former serial killer like Teddy a goose, a whole, new, ‘pecking’ order. from the community. Teddy didn’t have eats from the same feed pan. And when can be completely rehabilitated, surely Pun very much intended.
THE UPPER ROOM | CURIOUSLY AMANDA
Remembering AMANDA IRWIN Read 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 Sta reporter
esus said, “Take, eat; this is my body which is broken for True Jyou: this do in remembrance of me.” --1 Corinthians 11:24 (KJV) neighbors During Easter week, I at- ’ve been lucky in life. I’ve tended a Christian conference never lost my home, been where we celebrated commu- Iwithout clothes or wanted nion together. We formed a line for food, but this isn’t the down the center aisle, and two case for many. Whether due to elderly men stood up front to unfortunate circumstances or serve us. Receiving the ele- poor decisions, it’s a situation ments of Communion in this that 2,210 people in Upstate way was different for me; at counties in South Carolina my home church, we pass the experienced in 2012, and 1,097 plates of bread and grape juice of found themselves homeless to each other as we remain due to emergency situations. seated. When I was younger I was While I waited in line, I asked this: “If your home was noticed that the men up front burning down, what one thing spoke to each person they would you save?” served, though I couldn’t hear EDITORIAL | As a kid, I hated the ques- what they said. When it was tion because the idea of losing my turn, the man holding the everything was terrifying, but bread looked at me with kind I remember thinking that I eyes and said, “Nancy, the would save what I deemed ir- blood of Christ, broken for Instilling patriotism replaceable — a photo album. you.” I took a piece of bread As an adult, I realize my life and dipped it in the cup of is far more important than grape juice. The man holding any object and, if my home the cup said, “Nancy, the blood were burning down, I certainly of Christ, shed for you.” in today’s young people wouldn’t be searching around My eyes blurred with tears as for a photo album, but fortu- I made my way back to my seat, It’s often noted that today’s young people nately I haven’t found myself overwhelmed with emotion. don’t have a strong sense of patriotism like Today’s young people are in this situation. Though I knew both men had their parents and grandparents did. When I was in high school, a read my name tag, somehow Young people still love America and under- tomorrow’s public servants. They student I knew as an acquain- hearing my name spoken out stand the importance of serving a cause greater tance received news that her loud had made this Com- than themselves. But, it’s hard to ignore the fact need to understand the greatness home burned down because a munion personal, as if Jesus that love of country and patriotic values aren’t dryer caught fire. Despite being himself had served me. instilled in young people today the way they of America -- and the sacrifices that newly homeless, I remember This experience – and my were years ago. seeing her in school the next response to it – reminded me In my old-fashioned view of things, one rea- so many have made in the name day, clearly still distraught over that sometimes I get so busy, son for this is because the abundances of our it. She had lost everything and so distracted, that I forget great nation have distracted us from teaching of our freedom -- in order to fully through no fault of her own. Jesus’ great suffering on the our children how all this abundance became The empathy I felt for her was cross for my sins. No wonder possible. appreciate their blessings. all consuming and my heart Paul encourages us to take But, we also ought to admit that part of the went out to her and her family. time to remember. He said, “As decline in patriotism comes from the new “po- working to instill patriotism in today’s younger Last week, I thought of her often as you eat this bread and litically correct” culture within our education generation. Among its worthwhile programs, again when several local resi- drink the cup, you proclaim the system. And that’s not just my old-fashioned the VFW hosts essay contests each year for stu- dents found themselves home- Lord’s death until he comes.” opinion. A recent report by a panel of national dents in grades 6-12. less because someone careless- Thought for the day: Jesus academic leaders notes that U.S. public schools The VFW’s “Voice of Democracy” competi- ly tossed a cigarette onto the invites us all to his Communion have turned away from promoting patriotism. tion is an audio-essay contest that’s open to grass. Initially, I was infuriated table. The report, which was commissioned by Stan- students in grades 9-12. The national winner because their situation was Prayer: Dear Lord Jesus, ford University and the University of Washing- this year will receive a $30,000 college scholar- avoidable if not for the blatant thank you for inviting us to ton-Seattle, is mainly an academic study of civics ship. The “Patriot’s Pen” competition is open to ignorance of this nicotine- your table of love. Amen. education in the U.S. Interestingly, it includes a students in grades 6-8. This year, students are enslaved culprit. However, as few paragraphs about why the subject of patrio- asked to reflect on the statement, “Why I Appre- I made calls to community tism is no longer part of civics curricula. ciate America’s Veterans.” The national winner members and organizations, According to the report of these two West will receive $5,000. my fury was slowly replaced Coast institutions, “the concept of patriotism These contests opened in late March, and the by admiration for people in the LETTERS TO THE EDITOR | itself has become contested in U.S. schools for deadline to submit an essay is Nov. 1. Essays community. The more people I a number of reasons.” It goes on to explain that can be submitted at local VFW posts. To be talked to, the more impressed those reasons include “the belief that the 21st sure, the students who win will be fortunate for I was by the community’s will- Submission guidelines century students’ affiliation should be to global their winnings. But we’ll all win as these young ingness to immediately help citizenship and worldwide human rights.” competitors come to understand, in the words in anyway they could. I don’t he Greer Citizen accepts Let- That’s a real shame. Today’s young people of Ronald Reagan, that America is a Shining City know that all communities ters to the Editor. Letters are tomorrow’s public servants. They need to on a Hill and that its promises are boundless. have similar support systems Tshould be 125 words or less understand the greatness of America -- and the We already owe our war veterans a debt we in place — though I certainly and include a name and a phone sacrifices that so many have made in the name can never repay. Their commitment to today’s hope they do — but I would number for verification. of our freedom -- in order to fully appreciate young students and their determination to keep like to commend Greer, the or- The Greer Citizen reserves the their blessings. patriotism alive deepen the gratitude we owe ganizations who rushed to help right to edit any content. America needs more red, white and blue in them. and especially the Riverwood Letters to the Editor can be our schools, not less. Farms neighbors for being mailed to 317 Trade St., Greer Thank goodness for groups like the Veter- This guest editorial was submitted by Richard Eckstrom, the South Carolina state what a neighbor should be. 29651. ans of Foreign Wars (VFW), whose members are comptroller. He is also commanding general of the State Guard.
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 BUSINESS THE GREER CITIZEN A5
DAVE SAYS Greenville credit
DAVE RAMSEY union to open Residents of Greenville partner with the new County will soon have a CommunityWorks Federal Your new source for financial Credit Union to meet the products and services. financial needs of low- CommunityWorks Fed- wealth families and com- bank’s eral Credit Union, the Na- munities in Greenville,” tional Credit Union Ad- Mike Coggin, Community- ministration (NCUA) will Works board member and soon host its grand open- Upstate regional president advice ing. This will be the first of SCBT, said. “This credit credit union NCUA has union will be a resource for chartered in South Caro- our bank as well as other is bad lina in fifteen years. banks in the area who can- NCUA’s Office of Con- not serve this market.” Q: I want to roll over a AMANDA IRWIN | THE GREER CITIZEN sumer Protection granted CommunityWorks will 401(k), and my bank is a community charter to serve a low-income com- encouraging me to roll it Allen Smith, Greater Greer Chamber president and CEO, presented Mariola Gorska, left, CommunityWorks Federal munity and intends to over to fixed annuities. Is Rebecca Savage, center, and Adriana Buckler, right, with their rst dollar of pro t at a Credit Union (CWFCU), “seek a low-income credit this a good investment? ribbon cutting for the GreenHouse Center on Thrusday. which officials say will union designation at a serve people who live, later date.” In ad dition, DR: More times than work, and worship or at- CWFCU will be a Commu- not, when you go to a tend school in Greenville nity Development Credit bank for investment ad- Holistic medical facility County, as well as busi- Union, one of only four in vice, what you’ll get in the nesses and other legal the state. bargain is bad advice. And entities in the county. CommunityWorks, Inc., that’s the case here. The credit union’s poten- a non-profit community I’d move toward a tial field of membership development financial in- traditional IRA, in a series opens on West Poinsett is nearly 475,000 people. stitution, is sponsoring the of good growth stock mu- The credit union plans to credit union with support tual funds. Put it across BY AMANDA IRWIN offer affordable and inno- from the United Way of four types of accounts: STAFF WRITER ‘My idea is to be there when somebody can vative financial services to Greenville County and the growth, growth and in- individuals who currently Hollingsworth Fund. Estab- come, aggressive growth A new holistic medical get together.’ are limited to high-cost al- lished in January 2008, the and international. What facility opened its doors ternatives. non-profit focuses on pro- you’re looking for, John, in Greer last week and , “Everyone needs and moting affordable hous- is a great track record for to commemorate the oc- Rebecca Savage deserves to have access ing, financial wellness, your investments. You casion for GreenHouse Psychotherapist to financial products and and community economic want a track record so Center, located at 1015 W. services they can afford,” development to empower ridiculously good that it Poinsett St., a ribbon cut- NCUA Board Chairman low-wealth families and gives you a great sense ting was held on Thurs- she said. way (to) help a person feel Debbie Matz said. “Com- break the cycle of poverty. of comfort, even though day. Savage’s skills are fo- like they can make it.” munityWorks will serve a Using the knowledge and there’s no guarantee of Psychotherapy, holistic cused in psychotherapy. Buckler’s focus is inter- real need among people experience gained in its what’s to come. And there training and interpreting She will utilize various preting, specifically for who live in Greenville work, CommunityWorks, are mutual funds out will be offered through forms of therapy, includ- medical and educational County. I commend every- Inc. will provide back of- there that can do just that the facility in an effort to ing art, to help patients facilities. She said her in- one who worked hard to fice support to the new for you. I own one that’s eliminate communication communicate regardless terpreting services are establish this credit union federal credit union. over 70 years old, and it barriers. Services provided of language, culture or ill- available to doctors, nurs- and made a commitment “The CommunityWorks has averaged nearly 12 include yoga, music thera- ness. es and schools. She wants to the future of their com- Federal Credit Union will percent over that time. py, therapeutic art, dance, “It’s to help people real- to teach anyone who munity.” be a game changer for the Lots of people talk in play therapy and medita- ize there’s other ways of wants to learn because she CommunityWorks ex- Greenville community and “what ifs” when it comes tion. Rebecca Savage, an healing…I’m incorporat- is there to alleviate com- pects to have its grand will help bridge the gap to investing. Well, you can education specialist and li- ing my art because some munication boundaries. opening in June at the between low-wealth fami- play that little game all censed marriage and fam- people are just not able to Buckler is from Chile and credit union’s main office, lies and the mainstream day. But if the economy ily therapist and profes- verbally say what’s wrong has been in the U.S. for 30 located at 115 West Antrim banking world,” president goes completely down the sional counselor, Mariola with them, but they can years speaking English as Drive in Greenville. During and CEO of Community- tubes, and the govern- Gorska, a nurse coach and draw it,” Savage said. “I a second language, and its first year of operations, Works, Inc. Deborah McK- ment destroys things like a registered nurse, and will find a way to get to she has lived in Lyman for CWFCU will focus primar- etty said. mutual funds and real es- Adriana Buckler, an inter- where they need to be with 10 years. ily on savings and loan For more information, tate completely, your little preter and nurse naviga- being able to, not just ver- For more information products to help members visit www.community- bank-recommended an- tor, will work together to balize, but tell their story. about the services and build assets, repair credit, workscarolina.org/cwfcu. nuity isn’t going to make provide counseling and That’s what we’re tying to workshops offered at and enhance their finan- it, either. The banking sys- education for the com- do here.” GreenHouse Center, visit cial knowledge. tem as a whole will fail if munity and their patients. Savage said she is offer- www.thegreenhousecen- “SCBT is pleased to all the mutual funds close Between the three women, ing low cost medical ser- ter.com or call 655-7035. because they’re all based they speak English, Pol- vices and she keeps flex- in publicly traded com- ish, Spanish, German and ible hours to better serve panies. And that means Swiss-German. patients, but they are by virtually every business “[Patients] need to find appointment only. you drive by on your way what is the barrier, and “My idea is to be there to work would be out of doctors don’t have that when somebody can get business. A bank’s not much time ... so they can all together,” she said. “The going to survive that kind thrive because if one per- goal is anybody can come. of thing. son thrives they all thrive. I’m speaking for me, but I If you’re looking for One person’s change may don’t turn anybody away.” things to help you survive effect the whole family,” Savage lived in Switzer- the apocalypse, you’re Gorska said. “The trans- land for 10 years after col- talking about food and formation of one person lege, so she understands water. But if you want effects the whole family, having to overcome lan- rational, well-reasoned and that’s what the theory guage and cultural bar- investments, you need to is about…when one per- riers, which she said has look at growth stock mu- son has a crisis the whole given her compassion. tual funds and paid-for family and the whole com- “We’re open to anyone. real estate. munity is effected.” We’re multicultural,” she Gorska graduated from said. “We accept people school in Poland and where they are.” Number of later went back to school Savage said, in psycho- to become and innova- therapy, the biggest obsta- payments isn’t tive health and transfor- cle is the stigma of mental mational coach. She has health. She hopes to see worked in nursing for that change, but change is the problem more than 28 years. slow. “What we are going to do “Society presses and im- Q: Why do you think here, we’re going to help presses all the time what’s “LOOKS LIKE SOMEBODY’S debt consolidation is such physicians to maintain wrong with us, what’s not a bad thing? the patients so they are right. I focus on resiliency, not admitted frequently if anything. We are hu- DR: Debt consolidation with chronic illness and man beings and we’re so GETTING A GOOD NAP.” is a bad thing because that they can maintain resilient. 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A6 THE GREER CITIZEN OBITUARIES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014
Jincie ‘Jean’ B. Davis Burial followed in Fair- became a personal trainer. view Baptist Church Cem- James was an active mem- Jincie “Jean” Ballenger etery. ber of First Baptist Church, Davis, 95, formerly of Gap Visitation will be held Panama City Beach, FL. Creek Road, Greer, widow 9:45-10:45 a.m. Saturday Mr. Hawkins is survived Weekend Outlook of Rev. Norwood Davis, at The Wood Mortuary. by his wife of 45 years, Warm Weekend Weather died April 1, 2014 at Wind- Online condolences may Becky Hawkins of Panama Warm weather returns for the end of the week 72/47 Partly Sunny with highs soaring to the upper 70s by the 73/48 Partly Sunny sor House. be made at www.thewood- City Beach, Fla, two sons: weekend. After a rainy, cold start to the week A native of Greenville mortuary.com. James Hawkins Jr. (Jenni- we will see dry, warm weather return. After- noon highs will climb to the 60s and 70s with County, daughter of the fer), of Chipley, Fla., Shane overnight lows in the low to upper 40s. By this late Alberry and Pearl Pace Hawkins (Liza) of Pensac- weekend we will see temperatures climb to Ballenger, she was a grad- ola, Fla, and a daughter: the middle and upper 70s with dry weather on 73/48 Partly Sunny Saturday and Sunday. Have a great weekend! 74/49 Partly Sunny uate of Furman University James Theron Hawkins Sr. Ashley Hawkins of Los and Southwestern Bap- James Theron Hawkins Angeles, Calif. His mother, tist Theological Seminary. Sr. (Hawk), of Panama City Eleanor G. Hawkins, of Egg-Tastic Easter Event 76/51 Partly Sunny Mrs. Davis was a retired Beach, Fla. passed away at Greer, two brothers: Mi- Where: Century Park 78/53 Partly Sunny school teacher for Spar- his home March 26, 2014. chael Hawkins of Green- 3605 Brushy Creek Rd. tanburg County School Mr. Hawkins was born ville, Gene Hawkins of Greer District and a member of March 17, 1951 and grew Knoxville, Tenn and a sis- Southside Baptist Church. up in Greer. He was an out- ter: Nancy Smith of Greer, Date: Saturday, April 12 She was a former Sunday standing athlete, played and five grandchildren. 11 a.m.- 1 p.m. 78/52 Partly Sunny school teacher at Fairview football for Troy State A memorial service was Temps: Partly sunny. Mid 60s start. 80/55 Partly Sunny Baptist Church and South- University and completed held in his honor at Wood- side Baptist Church. his Master’s in Education stock Church, Panama City Surviving are a son and in 1977. Beach Fla. on Tuesday, daughter-in-law, David James coached and April 1, 2014 at 3 p.m. 72/47 PS 73/48 PS and Katherine Davis of taught for many years in Memorials can be made 71/45 PS 73/43 PS Atlanta, Ga; a daughter, Ala., Ga., Calif. and Fla., to Woodstock Church, 73/58 PS 72/60 PS Donna Davis of Spartan- touching and mentoring 17495 Panama City Park- 74/60 PS 74/61 PS burg; a sister, Dot Hurley countless lives. He had way, Panama City Beach, 77/51 PS 79/53 PS of Clemson; one grand- a heart for helping and Fla. 32413. 76/53 PS 77/52 PS 80/54 PS 82/55 PS daughter, Elizabeth Davis; teaching young people 75/52 PS 78/51 PS April 22 April 29 May 6 April 15 and several caring nieces “The game of life.” and nephews. After his coaching ca- Funeral services were reer, he started sport- Obituaries can be emailed held at 11 a.m. Saturday at ing good sales. He also Wednesday Thursday Friday 71 to [email protected] or 46 The Wood Mortuary, con- achieved a certification dropped o at 317 Trade St. 67 71 75 ducted by Rev. Schuyler with the National Acad- Deadline: noon Tuesday. Cost: 48 41 47 Peterson. emy Sports Medicine and $30; with photo $45. 2.56” Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday 12.89” -0.23” 76 78 73 64 51 53 56 50 7:05 AM 7:57 PM WALK: Raises disease awareness
FROM PAGE ONE organization encourages tackling seven areas to im- prove and monitor heart health: cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass in- LYMAN: Approves mutual aid resolution dex, activity level, eating habits, weight, glucose FROM PAGE ONE way to do this, and that’s didn’t know we weren’t score and non-smoking. the reason we’re talking part of this. It’s opportu- Givens said one way indi- done more than anyone about it tonight,” Turner nity for the different ser- viduals can monitor their can ask,” Caston said. “I’d said. “We need to move vicing agencies to work numbers and health is like to stand here and tell on with this…I want you together in an emergency, through annual checkups you that I was always nice to have some thoughts on it’s an obvious thing to do with their physicians. and I always said the right what we can do to start so I’m glad we’re engaging “It definitely goes back things. I also know that this project off in the next in that,” Wyatt said. to those numbers. One of would be a lie…but having budget year: What we can Council also unanimous- the startling statistics is acknowledged my frailties set aside? Where we need ly approved a resolution that 39 percent of Ameri- I agree with what Rodney to do it to set a precedent for Fair Housing in relation cans think that they are in (Turner) said, it’s a mutual for sidewalks in Lyman?” to the Mill Village Project, ideal cardiovascular health PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN benefit, mutual sacrifice.” Tony Wyatt, mayor pro- which will receive sewer — less than .1 percent ac- Through the settlement, tem, suggested in the next rehabilitation through tually are. And that goes water flow for the next 15 fiscal year to start an ac- a $500,000 Community back to their healthy eat- Denae Roth helps son Jack Roth try to hit a ball during years was guaranteed, per- count to feed some surplus Development and Block ing score. A lot of people Saturday’s Heart Walk. mitting a decrease after 10 funds into for sidewalk Grant Program, as well as think that they eat well, years, as well as the estab- installation, replacement a resolution to give $1,000 but they don’t eat as many said. upstateheartwalk.org for lishment of a committee and repairs, which he rec- from the hospitability fruits and vegetables as The American Heart As- more information on up- with equal representation ommended being done fund to the Middle Tyger they should, and that is sociation hopes to reduce coming events. from both sides. Council without imposing addi- Community Center for the definitely probably the death by cardiovascular member Donnie Wetzel tional taxes on citizens Rolling on the River fund- biggest thing people are disease and stroke by 20 [email protected] | 877-2076 recused himself from vot- because of the city’s good raiser. surprised about,” she percent by 2020. Visit ing on the matter. Council financial standing. The next regularly unanimously voted to pass Council unanimously scheduled Lyman Council the resolution. passed a Mutual Aid and meeting will be held on Lyman has been working Assistance Agreement May 5 at 6:30 p.m. at Ly- toward establishing side- for Water and Wastewa- man Town Hall, 81 Groce walk funding to repair, re- ter Utilities resolution as Road, Lyman. place and add sidewalks to well. FIRE: Community jumps into action needed areas in the town. “It’s actually a good [email protected] | 877-2076 “We’ve got to find a thing I think, I guess I FROM PAGE ONE by the fire. it on and coordinating and “Anything we can do to making this OK for them “We were there on scene help them heal we’re going again.” while the fires were active to do,” Vigil said. On Tuesday, Havest and we provided meals Pleasant Grove Baptist Hope Food Bank, South and such to people that Church, located at 1002 S. Carolina’s primary disas- were displaced, and also Buncombe Road, Greer, is ter hunger relief emergen- to the firefighters,” Ware- currently taking donations cy feeding organization, Haley appoints Oakley ham said. “We helped, in for the family. On May 10, delivered nonperishable particular, the family that at the Pleasant Grove Bap- foods and household had the twin infants and tist Church field from 11 items to the victims of last state will benefit greatly years of transportation- the 2-year-old. Believe it a.m.–2:30 p.m. donations week’s fire. To lead from having her take related work experience or not they had been in “We certainly heard over at the Department of in both the public and pri- the house for five days ‘Anything we can about the fires last week Transportation.” vate sectors at the federal, and their belongings had and wanted to mobilize SCDOT As director of policy state, and local levels. been delivered the night do to help them heal and respond to help these and government relations “I truly believe that I before the fire and were families (in partnership Gov. Nikki Haley recently at AASHTO, Oakley is re- will be able to work with still largely in boxes.” we’re going to do.’ with Go Green Charity appointed Janet P. Oakley sponsible for managing a great staff and use my The Red Cross is not Recyclers),” said Jessica as Secretary of the South national transportation breadth of experience a pass-through agency, Blake, community devel- Carolina Department of policy development on and depth of knowledge meaning the organization Angel Vigil opment and events coordi- Transportation (SCDOT), behalf of state transpor- to help the entire state of does not take in donations Neighbor nator with Harvest Hope. pending Senate confir- tation departments and South Carolina,” said Oak- that are then passed on to Typically, the relief or- mation. Oakley currently directing the association’s ley. “I will call on the en- victims. They do provide will be taken for the fami- ganization receives infor- serves as the director of freight, transit, aviation, tire network of colleagues lodging, grocery needs, lies. Hot dogs, hamburg- mation about emergencies policy and government intercity passenger rail, I have developed over the clothing and money, and ers, snow cones, popcorn from the S.C. Emergency relations at the American water, planning and envi- past 30 years in the field they did so for two of the and inflatables, along with Management Division, Association of State High- ronmental programs. to help us as we move displaced families follow- baskets to raffle off, will but Blake said she actu- way and Transportation Including her work forward on this journey.” ing the fire. be available to attendees. ally heard about the fire Officials (AASHTO). at AASHTO, Oakley has The Riverwood commu- All the proceeds will go di- through the news. “We are blessed to have amassed more than 30 nity immediately jumped rectly to the fire victims. “We’re very proud to be somebody that has the into action to help, set- “I’m just a neighbor,” a part of this effort, and expertise to come in and ting up an account at Bank Vigil said. “I was here when certainly feel it’s our re- take the department to of America for monetary it all came down. This is a sponsibly to step in times new heights,” said Haley. donations. Funds can wonderful close-knit com- of need and we’re happy “Because of her extensive be given at any Bank of munity. We kind of know to be able to help,” Blake experience, Mrs. Oakley American in Greer or Spar- each other, and the fam- said. knows the issues at the lo- tanburg under the River- ily had just moved in and For more information, cal level, she understands wood Farms Homeowners (we’re) just stepping up to visit www.facebook.com/ the challenges at the state Association Fire Fund, and help. We’re all coming to- rwffirefund. level, and she already has the funds will go directly gether to do this for them, relationships on the feder- to the individuals affected so I was just kind of taking [email protected] | 877-2076 al level and we couldn’t be In Loving Memory more confident that our
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 RELIGION THE GREER CITIZEN A7 Local minister talks transformation, trust and tattoos
BY WILLIAM BUCHHEIT portraits of Christ. STAFF WRITER Now, from what I’ve read, your initial plan was After you first opened, Many believe running a to goof on them, right? there were some newspa- church and owning a tat- per articles written about too studio to be a moral Yes, I started to kind of you. I understand you got contradiction of sorts. poke fun at them, and one some negative feedback. Jamie Bertolini has of them looked up and heard that criticism many was kind of freaked out I’ve been called every- times since he opened by me. She literally told thing that you can be Trinity Tattoo Company me she saw two demons called, from the devil him- in Spartanburg six years bound to me, pulling me self to the Antichrist… I’ve ago. Yet, the 48-year-old to and fro. Those were been told that I’m going Connecticut native has exactly her words. Then to go to hell for tattoo- remained firm in both his she started to rattle off a ing people. But, the way Christian faith and his re- dozen or so things hap- I look at it, God said that solve that there is nothing pening in my life that no- you will be persecuted for immoral about his line of body but myself, my wife what you believe, and be- work. and God could have actu- cause we are outspoken Last week, I went to his ally known. That’s when I in our faith and we don’t bustling studio in Duncan took it as a sign that this hide from the fact that (just off S.C. Highway 101 person was there for a we’re Christians and this near I-85) to interview him specific purpose and it got is a Christian shop, we put about his life as both a tat- my attention in a hurry. ourselves out there. too entrepreneur and min- I prayed and fell to my ister of Greer Mill Church. knees in downtown Bal- Were people calling the The following are excerpts timore on Mother’s Day PHIL BUCHHEIT | THE GREER CITIZEN shop and criticizing you? from that meeting. morning in front of thou- sands of people, and just Jamie Bertolini, who ministers at Greer Mill Church, doubles as a tattoo shop owner. Calling, emailing ...we How did you end up in sobbed like a baby and Trinity Tattoo Company is located o SC Highway 101 in Duncan. even had a men’s group the Upstate? gave my life to God. from a church in Flat Rock, N.C. drive all the way in to I came down when my And how long after that thing’s got to happen, but When did you decide to know how successful the shop, slapping their wife Dorothy got a job did you found Greer Mill we’re trusting the Lord to open a tattoo shop? we’ve been until we are in Bibles and telling us that here in 1995. Church (on Bobo St.)? provide. … It’s not some- heaven and all the seeds we’re all going to go to thing you have a choice in. I was working as a net- that were planted are re- hell. I asked them, “How What was your spiritual In 2005. I wanted to When God calls you to do works engineer for Green- vealed to us. many strip clubs did you life like growing up? start a church because I something, you can kick ville County and I got laid drive by to get here? How knew there was a need to and scream and wonder off. In 2008 the economy How often does the top- many non-Christian owned I was baptized as an reach a community of peo- why, but you’re going to was going in the tank and ic of spirituality come up tattoo shops did you drive infant, brought up in the ple that no one else cared do it anyway. my retirement account at the shop? by to get here? How many Catholic Church and went about – bikers, homeless was getting smaller and pornography stores and to church off and on all … people on the fringe. What was your first smaller every time I’d get a Every day, whether it’s sex shops and everything my life. But, for me, it was Jesus was on the fringe Christian tattoo? statement. So, I withdrew praying with or for the oth- else did you drive by?” I mostly just a religious ex- and he said it himself, it, paid the penalty and we er artists, or praying with said, “Listen guys, you’re ercise. It wasn’t a real re- that it wasn’t the healthy A few months after the opened up this business. customers. You can tell not going to win this argu- lationship with God. that needed doctors, it’s Baltimore incident, I had when somebody’s down- ment with me. I sleep very the sick. Our church is a few tattoos covered that How many artists do trodden, and I ask them well at night and the same So tell me about the a search and rescue for didn’t particularly jibe you have working for if there’s something I can spirit of God that lives in moment when all that souls at risk. God cares with my faith. One of you? do for them. A young guy me lives in you.” changed. about everybody, that’s those was a dagger with came in the other day and why he sent Jesus for the dice that said, “Saturday Four (three men and one you could tell he was just Have you ever consid- It was Mother’s Day, world. Night’s Alright for Fight- woman), and currently battered. He was going ered changing the name 2001. At that time, I was ing.” I didn’t think it was a looking for a fifth. through a divorce. I told of your studio? working as a networks en- Is it tough to maintain good idea to continue roll- him I would pray for him gineer and was on a busi- a congregation and keep ing that kind of persona, Would you say that and gave him a card and I would rather close. … ness trip in Baltimore, MD. the church afloat? so I got it covered with a Trinity Tattoo has been a he just started crying. I believe a lot deeper than That Sunday, I was walk- cross. At the same time, success? I ever did. ing around downtown, It’s a weekly struggle for I also got a sacred heart What percentage of the Ephesians 6:12 talks going into some bars and us because we aren’t your tattooed and another one If four people are mak- tattoos done at your shop about a battle that’s be- having a few beers, and I typical church. We don’t that reads “Jesus Is Lord.” ing a living and I’m paying are religious? ing waged that we don’t kind of wondered off the save up a stockpile. I was in there the whole the bills, we’re happy just see – a spiritual war. I main street. While I was If somebody’s in need, day. breaking even because it I’d say about 60 percent saw firsthand that day in trying to find my way back we give it to them. It takes gives us a chance to min- are religious. Baltimore that there was a towards the inner harbor, us about $1,500 a week to Do you do any tattoo- ister to people. We’ve had battle being waged for my I came upon two women break even, but we oper- ing yourself? people get saved, we’ve What are the most com- soul, and God won. who were witnessing to ate at about $1,000 a week brought joy to people’s mon of those? He had a plan for me. a young black kid in a on average. So, we’re to No, I can’t draw a stick lives that maybe wouldn’t wheelchair. that point where some- figure. have had it. We won’t Crosses, praying hands,
com, for more informa- SINGLES BIBLE STUDY cussion times. Class will Greer, conducts Sunday 611 Wade Hampton Blvd., CHURCH tion. PELHAM ROAD BAPTIST be lead by Pastor Rick. School at 9 a.m., followed Greer, from 10-11:30 a.m. Pelham Road Baptist by the worship service at in the lower level of the “GOLDEN HEARTS” EVENTS Church, 1108 Pelham GRIEFSHARE 10 a.m. each Sunday. Re- strip mall across the street NEWS APALACHE BAPTIST Road, Greer, hosts a Sin- FAIRVIEW BAPTIST deemer’s pastor is Scottie from Kia Dealership. The Golden Hearts are gles Bible Study each Sun- Fairview Baptist Church, Burkhalter. For more Information, traveling to Charleston day from 6-8:30 p.m. 1300 Locust Hill Road, For more information, call 325-2714. RELAY FOR LIFE for a day trip on April 14. Greer, will host Grief- call 877-5876. FUNDRAISER Some seniors may walk SMALL GROUPS Share, a support group led SEND US YOUR New Covenant Fellow- the bridge from Charles- GREER FIRST BAPTIST by Carol Allen, on the sec- TNT TUESDAY CHURCH NEWS ship will be having a hot ton to Mount Pleasant. The ENGAGE Small Groups ond Sunday of each month NEW BEGINNINGS Churches wishing to dog, bake sale and donut group plans to have lunch began this past Sunday. from 4:45 - 6:30 p.m. OUTREACH MINISTRY list upcoming events and sale on Saturday, April in Mount Pleasant. Groups offered include For more information, New Beginnings Out- programs in Church News 12 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at On April 24, the senior Co-Ed Young Adult Sin- contact Carol Allen at 292- reach Ministry will host a should send information 2425 Racing Rd. in Greer. adults will go out to eat gles (twenty-somethings 6008. bible study entitled “TNT to [email protected] For more information, for the evening meal at - 35), Newlywed Married Tuesday” every other or call 877-2076. contact 848-4521. Silver Bay Seafood Restau- Couples (couples married CHURCH SUNDAY SCHOOL Tuesday at 105 Marshland Deadlines for submis- rant in Simpsonville. less than five years), Mar- REDEEMER LUTHERAN Lane, Greer. sion are Monday at noon. KINGDOM HARVEST ried with Children (middle Redeemer Lutheran New Beginnings Out- CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY OFFERING FREE FOOD adult ages with children Church, 300 O’Neal Road, reach meets on Sundays at Kingdom Harvest Wor- EBENEZER WELCOME or youth) and Co-Ed Older ship Center, located at The Bread of Life Food Adults (married or single 775 Woodruff Rd, Suite D, Pantry at Ebenezer Wel- over 35). Greenville, will be celebrat- come Baptist Church, 4005 Groups will meet in the ing its second anniversary Highway 414, Landrum, is Family Life Center. Dough- on Sunday, April 13 at 4 open on Thursdays from nuts and coffee will be p.m. 2-4 p.m. available beginning at 9:15 The guest speaker will The pantry is open to a.m. and the class begins be Rev. Keith Robinson of families in need of assis- at 9:45 a.m. There will be the Christian Faith Out- tance. Photo ID is required. a large group time and the reach Center, Greenville. For more information, call last part of the class will For questions or direc- 895-1461. consist of small group dis- tions, contact Sandra Gar- rett at 238-9211 or Lanita Bolden at 270-4411 An Easter Musical
EASTER PROGRAM LEE ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH Lee Road Baptist Church, Jesus, located at 1503 E. Lee Road Jesus, in Taylors will present “A Living Easter”, April 11, 12 and 13 at 7 p.m. nightly. The program follows MessiahMessiah the life, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus Presented by Christ through drama and e music. This is a free event Sanctuary and everyone in invited to Choir experience “the greatest story ever told.” For more information please visit leeroad.com or call 244-4678. EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA AT ABNER CREEK Abner Creek Baptist Church will host its annu- al “Easter Eggstravaganza” on Saturday, April 19 10 a.m.-noon. Sunday, April 13, 11 a.m. The event will feature a puppet show, games and egg hunt. The church is lo- V B C cated at 2461 Abner Creek V B C Rd., Greer. 121 New Woodruff Road, Greer, SC Visit abnercreekbaptist. www.victorbaptist.com A8 the greer citizen news wednesday, april 9, 2014 Atwater running for state superintendent
By Katie Jones are our greatest resource ‘The 21st century Nikki Haley’s education re- her three daughters are Staff Writer here in South Carolina and form initiative, which she teachers as well as her are not appreciated.” student is going to described as dynamic and brother. Sally Atwater has spent Atwater attended South includes incorporating “Teaching students with time in the classroom, Carolina public schools look quite different technology in the class- disabilities is probably worked in Washington, herself and taught here as room and the importance one of the hardest – our returned to the classroom well. than it has in the of reading fundamentals. program is a little differ- and is now making anoth- “I think the teacher has “I wanted to help her ent than most of the gen- er venture into politics. the greatest influence past.’ implement it – I thought eral public, even though Atwater is in the run- upon the education of the it was that good of a plan they’re combining them ning for the South Caro- child, besides the parents. for all of South Carolina,” now,” Atwater said. “We lina superintendent of I believe in that philosophy Sally Atwater she said. “I felt like that as do a prescriptive-type, we education. and like I said, I think our Candidate a teacher we’re on those have a team approach. We “I’m a teacher and I was teachers are really great frontlines. Everybody can meet with the parents, the in the classroom six weeks resources and we want to talk about statistics and school administrator and ago,” she said. “I was a praise them.” knowledge base and that discuss the goals for each special needs teacher, spe- Atwater wants to make the skills,” she said. “Now work in the U. S. Depart- kind of thing, but when child.” cial education. I decided education a priority in that we’re actually adding ment of Education under you’re in the classroom, She’d like to see summer that they needed a teacher South Carolina by increas- more jobs in South Caro- the Reagan administration that sets you apart.” intervention programs for in the race, then I thought ing public awareness and lina, they need more high- and both George H. W. Atwater is one of 13 can- special education students all the other opponents outreach to students, par- ly skilled employees. The Bush and George W. Bush didates running for the because they have a sum- of mine seemed to have ents, teachers and commu- 21st century student is go- appointed Atwater as ex- seat. mer lag that puts them been removed from the nity and business leaders. ing to look quite different ecutive director by George Her experience in spe- further behind. classroom many years. “I think 2008 showed than it has in the past. We W. Bush to the President’s cial education makes The primary is June 10. I actually came back to us the importance of how really need to have a focus Committee for People with her unique, she said. She More information on At- the classroom after many much education really on education.” Intellectual Disabilities. wanted to be a teacher water is available at atwa- years. I just think teachers means if you want a job in She later went on to Atwater is a fan of Gov. from childhood – two of terforeducation.com.
Emma’s Law passes State House
The South Carolina State of drunk driving, and ad- ‘Strengthening drunk driving reform is House voted 112-0 to pass vance this critical legisla- “Emma’s Law” on Thurs- tion,” said MADD S.C. Vice important to ensure that offenders are day April 3, hoping to President of Public Policy crack down on DUI cases. Laura Hudson. unable to drive drunk and hurt or kill Named after 6-year-old According to the orga- Emma Longstreet, who nization, South Carolina innocent people in South Carolina.’ was killed by a drunk driv- ranks among one of the er on January 1, 2012, The worst states in the nation bill will now move to the for DUI fatalities. In 2012, Laura Hudson Senate, as there have been 358 people were killed in Vice President of Public Policy, MADD South Carolina some changes made by the crashes caused by a drunk House. driver, representing 41 driver with a BAC of .08 drunk drivers. Through- “We are encouraged by percent of all traffic fatali- and above will be required out the nation, 22 states the House’s overwhelm- ties in the state. Nation- to install an ignition inter- have passed legislation Photo | Submitted ing support and expect ally, 31 percent of all traf- lock device to drive. like Emma’s Law requiring the Senate to concur and fic fatalities are caused by “Drunk driving is a 100 ignition interlocks for all New River bluegrass band was recently featured in a Greer give final approval,” said drunken driving. MADD percent preventable crime convicted drunk drivers First Baptist production. David Longstreet, Emma’s officials say Emma’s Law and South Carolina has a who seek driving privi- father. will reverse this trend as drunk driving problem. leges during a license sus- Longstreet has orga- it will expand the use of Emma’s Law will prevent pension period. nized a grass-roots efforts interlocks for certain first- drunk driving,” said Jan MADD officials say stud- in support of the bill. time offenders. Withers, MADD national ies show that a first-time Greer First Baptist Officials with Mothers Under the law, first of- president. “Ignition inter- convicted drunken driver Against Drunk Driving fenders with a blood al- locks are proven to pro- is not a first-time offender, (MADD) applauded the cohol concentration (BAC) tect the public and save but rather it is simply the hosted production House. of .08 to .15 may elect to lives, while giving con- first time they have been “Strengthening drunk use an interlock in order victed drunk drivers the caught. First-time offend- driving reform is impor- to drive legally in lieu of a opportunity to continue ers have driven drunk an By Katie Cruice Smith that combines the love of tant to ensure that offend- license suspension. First- driving.” average of 80 times before For The Greer Citizen great gospel music, songs ers are unable to drive time offenders with a BAC Ignition interlocks are they are convicted. And about the cross and the drunk and hurt or kill in- of .15 or greater will be a proven countermeasure according to the Centers This past weekend, April resurrection, and live eye- nocent people in South mandated to install an ig- to reduce recidivism and for Disease Control and 5-6, the Greer First Baptist witness characters that Carolina. MADD asks the nition interlock device on most importantly drunk Prevention, ignition inter- worship and drama team tell what it was like to be Senate to concur with the any vehicle they drive. In driving deaths. South Caro- locks, on average, reduce
partnered with New River there during that time.” House and honor Emma the event of a repeat of- lina requires ignition inter- drunk driving recidivism bluegrass band to present On Saturday morning Longstreet, and all victims fense, the convicted drunk locks for repeat convicted by 67 percent. an Easter musical drama, from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., “Three Days Later.” the community was invit- Through music and dra- ed to bring their kids to matization, “Three Days “Scramble for Eggs.” The Later” told the story of Easter egg hunt included Easter by mixing the songs inflatables, face painting, of the renowned gospel and balloon artists. Then, group with “eye-witness the community was invit- Olde Tyme “50’s” Grill accounts” of Judas, Mary ed back for the first pro- the mother of Jesus, Pe- duction that evening or to Friday and Saturday Nights 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. ter, Mary Magdalene, and return on Sunday morn- Thomas. ing. “One of my favorite “We are doing [our Eas- lines from the produc- ter activities] a little bit Featuring The Nashville South Band tion is when Judas says, early because it will help ‘There won’t be anyone to us stand out from all the mourn my death. My name other Easter things that will never be honored. No go on,” said Dupree. “We mother will ever again call have done the Easter egg her newborn son Judas,’” hunt before, but not quite FREE said Dave Dupree, worship in this way.” Country & leader at Greer First Bap- Greer First Baptist first tist. “We are continuing attempted to do a musical Western / to look for different and drama for Christmas this MUSIC unique ways to share the past year. gospel with our communi- “Smoky Mountain Christ- Bring a Southern ty. We know how popular mas” was such a success gospel and gospel/blue- that the worship and dra- lawn chair grass music is in our area; ma teams decided to try • Weather Gospel and with phenomenal lo- it again for Easter, adding cal talent like New River the help of the popular permitting already presenting their musical group. message in their signature Greer First Baptist is lo- style, we approached them cated at 202 W. Poinsett to create an experience St. PLATES SPECIALTY ITEMS WITH 2 SIDES • Hand Patted Tornado Potato ...... $2.29 $ Fish Plate -Tilapia ..... 7.45 Burgers (Dusted With One of 8 Seasonings) $ Chicken Tenders ...... 7.45 • Homemade Chili Sweet Tornado Potato .. $2.29 $ (Dusted With Cinnamon Hamburger Steak ...... 7.99 • Homemade Slaw & Powdered Sugar) $ Chicken Livers...... 6.95 Fried Corn on Stick ..... $1.25 $ SIDES Fried Pickles ...... 3.99 • Mac/Cheese Funnel Cakes...... $5.00 • Fried Okra • Featuring Fried Oreos...... 6/$4.50 • Green Beans A Wide Variety • Slaw CAKES BY THE SLICE • Mashed Potatoes/Gravy of Sandwiches • Red Velvet • Chocolate • French Fries • Now Carrying • Pineapple • Lemon Pound • Fried Green Tomatoes Jo Jo’s • Pound Cake w/Lemon Glaze
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Twenty-five celebrities burton (“Rules of Engage- Dunning from “Home president of South Caro- will be in Greenville the ment”). Improvement” and actor- lina Charities, Inc. week of May 12 for the “This year’s celebrity brother pairing Danny and This year, the public 2014 BMW Charity Pro- list features a great group Jordan Masterson. The not only has the chance Am, presented by SYNNEX of new faces as well as six low-scoring celebrities to see the celebrities on Corporation, including 10 names, like Catherine Bell making it to Sunday’s final the course, but they are first-time participants. and Greg Kinnear, who are round will be posted af- also invited to attend the Officials also announced returning for the first time ter the third round of the Celebrity Walk of Fame, two new celebrity compo- in several years,” said Da- tournament. presented by Piedmont nents, including featured rin MacDonald, executive In previous years, the Natural Gas on Thursday, celebrity groupings and director of South Carolina lowest-scoring 14 pro-am May 15, from 6:45-7:45 six celebrities to play in Charities, Inc., the non- teams made the cut to p.m. The event, which will Sunday’s final round. profit that manages the Sunday’s round. This year, be emceed by actor/come- First-time participants Bill Engvall Dennis Haysbert tournament. “Add to that the 10 lowest-scoring pro- dian Gary Valentine, will include Jonathan Banks a fantastic group of core am teams and six lowest- take place on Main Street (“Breaking Bad”), Golf names who love the Up- scoring celebrities will in front of the Courtyard Channel broadcaster Lisa McMahon, sportscaster Notice”), Greg Ellis (“24”), state and make a point to make it to Sunday. Greenville Downtown. Cornwell, Debbe Dunning and model Win McMurry Oliver Hudson (“Nash- participate year after year, “Watching the celebrities The 2014 BMW Charity (“Home Improvement”), ac- and Rob Riggle (“The ville”), musician Josh Kel- and I think we’ve got our interact with one another Pro-Am presented by SYN- tor/comedian Bill Engvall, Hangover”). ley, Greg Kinnear (“Rake”), best list to date.” on the course is some- NEX Corporation will take Allstate spokesman and Returning celebrities in- Danny Masterson (“Men The featured celebrity thing we’ve never seen place May 15-18 at Thorn- actor Dennis Haysbert clude Anthony Anderson at Work”), John O’Hurley groups will pair two pro- before. These changes are blade Club, The Reserve at (“24”), actor Richard Karn (“Guys with Kids”), musi- (“Seinfield”), Michael Pena celebrity teams together sure to make memorable Lake Keowee and, new for (“Home Improvement”), cian Steve Azar, Catherine (“Shooter”), Paula Trickey and will include the fol- moments for the specta- 2014, Green Valley Coun- Jordan Masterson (“Last Bell (“Army Wives”), Andy (“The O.C.”), Gary Val- lowing pairs: comedian tors, Golf Channel viewers try Club. Man Standing”), two-time Buckley (“The Office”), entine (“Here Comes the duo O’Hurley and Engvall, and the celebrities them- Super Bowl champion Jim Jeffrey Donovan (“Burn Boom”) and Patrick War- ‘Tool Time’ duo Karn and selves,” said Bob Nitto,
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 POLICE AND FIRE THE GREER CITIZEN A11 Mother arrested after beating 13-year-old A woman was arrested Clonazepam which she last week after authorities didn’t have a prescription say she struck her 13-year- for. old daughter in the back Atkinson retrieved all and head with both her of the items and handed hands and a hair straight- them over to an officer. ening iron. Police say the She also produced a digi- two got into an argument tal scale that she told the about a cell phone. Gladis officer she used to weigh Trujillo has been charged drugs and jewelry. with unlawful neglect of a Atkinson was arrested child. and transported to the According to a press Greer City Jail. release from The Green- Gladis Trujillo ville County Sheriff’s Of- IN A HOT SPOT fice (GCSO), a 13-year-old According to incident re- Nicole Lynn Waid, 25, of student arrived at Tangle- ports, an officer respond- 602 S. Main St., Greer, has wood Middle School last ed to Walmart in reference been charged with shop- week bleeding from the to a shoplifting call. Upon lifting, possession of drug back of the head. After arrival, the officer met paraphernalia, and pos- speaking with the victim with the complainant who session of drugs. Brandon about the cut, the school stated that he had just re- Lee Picklesimer, 23, of 3 learned that she had got- ceived a report that a male Shady Lane, Taylors, has ten into an argument with was urinating on the side been charged with shop- her mother (Trujillo) earli- of the building wall. lifting. PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN er that morning regarding The officer walked According to incident a cell phone and Trujillo around to the area and reports, an officer re- then struck her in the back then observed Cruz-Her- sponded to the Hot Spot This crash on Wade Hampton Boulevard at Suber Rd. in Greer took place on a rainy and head with her hands nandez attempting to pull on Hammett Bridge Road Monday morning. First responders were called to the scene. several times before pick- up his pants. The officer in reference to a shoplift- ing up a hair straighten- observed that Cruz-Her- ing call. Upon arrival, the ing iron and striking her nandez was extremely officer made contact with Street in which the driver hicle the officer observed with that as well, cutting intoxicated and having a the two suspects (Waid was not wearing his seat- MULTIPLE CHARGE that the year and month her head. Tanglewood hard time standing on his and Picklesimer) in the belt. The officer initiated a Douglas John Edmunds, on the license tag had Middle School contacted own. parking lot. traffic stop on the vehicle 38, of 630 Timberlake One been drawn in with col- the Greenville County Cruz-Hernandez was ar- Waid immediately took and its driver, Kincaid. Circle, Seneca, has been ored markers. Edmunds Sheriff’s Office about the rested and transported to several items out of her Upon approaching Kin- charged with uninsured was asked for his license, incident and Trujillo was the Greer City Jail. purse that she had taken caid, the officer observed vehicle, improper tag, tag registration, and proof of later arrested. The child from inside the store him to be very nervous. altering and a robbery war- insurance. was transported to Green- ALCOHOL, DRUGS and placed them on the When asked if anyone had rant. Jessica Denise McCo- At this time, the passen- ville County Memorial Ashley Marie Strange, ground. She also removed smoked marijuana in the nnell, 22, of 413 Airline ger of the vehicle (McCon- Hospital to be treated for 24, of 165 Mount Leba- four syringe needles from vehicle, Kincaid admitted Road, Anderson, has been nell) advised the officer her injury. She has been non Church Rd., 24, has her purse. She told the of- that he smoked marijuana charged with allowing the that they had borrowed removed from her home been charged with DUI ficer that she and Pickle- inside the vehicle the pre- operation of an uninsured the car from a friend. Dis- and placed in the custody with blood alcohol level simer had planned on go- vious night. Kincaid then vehicle, improper tag, tag patch advised the officer of the state. less than .10, simple pos- ing back inside the store told the officer that he had altering, fraudulent forg- that Edmunds had a war- session of marijuana and and paying for the items. some marijuana inside his ery of DMV documents, in- rant for robbery. He was possession of drug para- The officer then spoke jacket that was on the terfering with police, and at this time placed under phernalia. with the complainant who backseat of the vehicle. possession of drugs. arrest. McConnell handed According to incident stated that Waid and Pick- The officer had Kincaid According to incident the officer a title on the reports, an officer was on lesimer selected several step out of the vehicle and reports, an officer was on vehicle that didn’t match routine patrol when he ob- items inside the store and conducted a search of the routine patrol when he the VIN number. The of- served a silver Mercury roll walked up to the register vehicle. The search yielded observed a white Toyota ficer learned the plate through a stop sign at the to pay for the items but four pills of Alprozolam traveling down U.S. High- on the vehicle had been intersection of Executive Waid’s debit card was de- (which Kincaid did not way 29 with a license plate cancelled due to lack of Drive and Village Drive nied. At that point Waid have a prescription for), that appeared to have been insurance. At this time, and then make a “U-turn.” and Picklesimer left the a small amount of mari- altered. The officer ran McConnell was placed The officer initiated a traf- store and never returned juana, a package of roll- the tag number through under arrest for interfer- fic stop on the vehicle and back inside. A search of ing papers, an electronic dispatch and it came back ing with a police officer. A Suspect 1 its driver, Strange. Waid’s person yielded two smoking device and two as being expired from a search of the vehicle was Upon stopping, the of- pills of Klonopin. electronic tobacco burn- Mazda truck. performed and yielded 11 ficer observed the driver Both she and Pickle- ers. The officer initiated a pills of Clonazepam found moving stuff from the simer were arrested and Kincaid was arrested traffic stop on the vehicle inside McConnell’s purse. front of the vehicle to the transported to the Greer and transported to the and its driver Edmunds. Both Edmunds and Mc- back of the vehicle. The City Jail. Greer City Jail. Upon approaching the ve- Connell were arrested. officer made contact with Strange and immediately HIDDEN DRUGS, MONEY detected a strong odor of David Paul Cordle, 46, of cologne coming from in- 215 Brannon Ave., Greer, side the vehicle. has been charged with pos- After speaking with session of methamphet- Strange, the officer sus- amine warrant (second of- pected she might be in- fense), simple possession Suspect 2 toxicated and asked her to of marijuana, possession perform a series of field of drug paraphernalia, sobriety tests. After the speeding, uninsured ve- GCSO SEEKS HELP IN tests were administered, hicle and not being in pos- BANK CARD FRAUD CASE the officer determined session of driver’s license. The Greenville County that Strange was intoxicat- According to incident Sheriff’s Office is asking ed and placed her under reports, an officer was on for help from the public in arrest for DUI. routine patrol when he ob- identifying two men that Another officer ap- served a white Ford truck attempted to use multiple proached the vehicle and traveling at a high rate of bank cards and a stolen detected an odor of mari- speed near Riverside High. bank card number to buy juana coming from inside The officer initiated a traf- items at a Target in Simp- Strange’s vehicle. A search fic stop on the vehicle and sonville. of the vehicle yielded a its driver, Cordle. The GCSO said that the small amount of marijua- The officer learned that two men came into the na and a blue glass pipe. Cordle did not have his store on March 7 separate- Strange was arrested and driver’s license in posses- ly, but both attempted to transported to the Greer sion and that his vehicle purchase items with mul- City Jail where she blew a was uninsured. He was tiple cards that were all .06 on a breathalyzer. placed under arrest and a denied by the store. search of the pick up truck One of the men (wearing WEIGHTY STOP yielded $4,800 of cash the Nike shirt) attempted Audrey Thompson At- money inside the steering to use the bank card num- kinson, 36, of 475 Ed- wheel of the truck. “DON’T WORRY, MOMMY’S ber of a victim who lives wards Road 7, Lyman, has Cordle was transported in Columbia and is still been charged with posses- to the Greer City Jail, where in possession of her bank sion of drug parapherna- a search of his prosthetic GOING TO LOVE card. It is unknown at this lia. 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Teammates show support for each other as teams are called to the field.
Members of the Commanders show their excitement Cory Holtzclaw presents Jason Davis of the Rockies with during the Greer Recreation Department’s opening day the Speedy Gregory Coach of the Year award for the 2013 ceremony at Century Park. season.
Carter Staggs and Owen Salvato show off their best baseball poses.
Coaches lead their teams onto the field during the Greer Recreation Department’s opening day ceremony at Century Park on Saturday. Baseball: Spring ceremony kicks off 2014 season
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Holtzclaw said the de- mand to see the Atlanta Braves star began to heat up as the morning went along. “We had a bunch of kids over there once they found out he was signing auto- graphs,” Holtzclaw said. “All the kids really wanted to see Jose.” Russell Hart, who will coach the 6U Red Sox this Kolbi Bettis waits to be called to the field during the season, said it was a day Greer Recreation opening day ceremony. his team will not soon for- get. “It’s awesome,” Hart said. “I wouldn’t trade it for anything. You would probably have to surgi- cally remove the smiles off some of those kids’ faces with as much fun as they had.” Hart’s team was even able to earn a win in the relay. “Our team competed in the base running relay and won the 6U division,” Hart said. “They were awesome. They just loved it and all the parents got to see their kids participate and walk away with some sort of a trophy.” This is Hart’s second year coaching with the Greer Baseball Club. “Being with all the kids is great,” Hart said. “What Dozers’ player Jackson Talbert runs to second base as a Rockies’ player watches a play on really makes this is, not first base. only having a good group Kyle Jackson throws to first base during the Avengers’ of kids playing ball, but having a great group of Having a great group of “Baseball is America’s and winning makes things matchup against the Trucks. parents that show up at parents make things run a sport, no matter what any- even better. You don’t get every practice and all the lot more smoothly.” body says,” Hart said. “Be- to win all of them and we games. Me and one coach Hart’s 5-year-old son, ing able to coach [Garrett] understand that, but win- can’t do it by ourselves. Garrett, who will turn 6 by and see him and the other ning like we won on open- We have to have parents the end of the month, is kids progress has been ing day makes the kids and helping us during games. on his roster this season. great. It’s just awesome, the coaches feel great.”
The Greer Recreation Department welcomed Atlanta Braves star Jose Alvarez to throw the first pitch at the opening day Trucks’ player Knox Keller takes a swing during his ceremony. Above, from left, Alvarez waves to fans as he walks on the field. Alvares, ceneter, shakes hands with first pitch team’s game against the Avengers. catcher Bobby Mazzitelli of the Greer Monsters. Alvarez, right, throws the first pitch. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 SPORTS THE GREER CITIZEN B3 Sizemore lifts Warriors past Rebels, 4-2
BY CHIP CHANNELL In the top of the fourth, dominate Rebel hitters, flub resulted in a base hit. of the keys to Riverside’s The head coach was FOR THE GREER CITIZEN senior first baseman who only managed two Two more base hits fol- winning effort. Pitman “definitely pleased” by Dylan Graham hit what hits against him all night. lowed, bringing one run said Sizemore’s ability to the effort put forth by the Riverside squeaked out appeared to be a routine Solid defense was also a in and loading the bases. throw strikes and allow Warriors, and said the of- a win over Byrnes, taking fly ball, however, the out- help to the Warriors, and Two batters later, Byrnes the defense to do its work fensive production provid- the game by a score of 4-2 fielders lost the ball in the Byrnes was unable to do punched in another run. was a major component of ed a much needed boost. Friday night in Duncan. air, turning a possible out much until the sixth in- It was not enough, how- the junior’s solid outing. Byrnes coach Michael The Warriors sent ju- into a leadoff double to ning, when Riverside fi- ever. Martin escaped the As for why the Riverside Maus said he wasn’t dis- nior Jordan Sizemore to get things going for the nally relieved Sizemore for jam, striking out Adam junior didn’t pitch longer, appointed with his team’s the mound, who faced off Warriors. Graham, who the evening. Asbill. The seventh inning Pitman said that the deci- performance. against Byrnes’ Alex Eu- ended the game with four It was a decision the was uneventful for the sion was made to avoid Maus said he felt Eu- banks. hits, was driven in with an- Warriors almost regretted. Rebels. Riverside junior having to send Sizemore banks pitched a decent Both pitchers worked ef- other double by outfielder Despite adding another Austin Fahr pitched the fi- out to face the Rebels line- game, and narrowed the ficiently through the first Austin Riggins. Eubanks run on a solo home run by nal inning to close things up for a third time. reason for the night’s los- two innings, with both retired the next batter, Riggins, the Warriors were out for the Warriors. “We don’t want them to ing effort to cooler bats. teams combining for just but allowed another RBI pressed in the bottom Riverside Coach Tra- get comfortable,” Pitman Maus said the team’s one hit in that span. The double, this one by fellow half of the sixth. Riverside vis Pitman said he was said. strengths lay primarily Warriors, however, began classmate and catcher An- brought in junior Taye pleased with his team’s Pitman said the sixth in pitching and defense, to see daylight in the third, drew Friedholm. The War- Martin to pitch, and he performance. inning struggles were a and said he felt the team putting runners on second riors would go on to tag struggled, issuing a lead- “It’s a quality win for result of the team losing simply came out on the and third with only one on another run before the off walk. Martin seemed to us,” he said. focus and relaxing. Pit- short end of a well-played out. While Eubanks was inning was up, making the induce a possible double Pitman praised the man said this has been a game. able to work his way out of score 3-0. play ground ball on the pitching performance by tendency throughout the the jam, it didn’t last long. Sizemore continued to next batter, but a fielding Sizemore, citing it as one season.
Westenreider throws 19th scoreless inning BY BILLY CANNADA SPORTS EDITOR
Blue Ridge ace Robert Westenreider hasn’t al- lowed a run in 19 innings. The senior also did not al- low a hit against Eastside, tossing his first no-hit ball game of the season in the team’s 6-0 win over the Eagles. Westenreider said he was aware of how special the game turned out to be. “I knew throughout pret- ty much the whole game I BILLY CANNADA | THE GREER CITIZEN was throwing a no-hitter, but I didn’t really say any- Blue Ridge’s Robert Westenreider, left, earned The Greer thing about it,” he said. Citizen and Owens Insurance’s Player of the Week honors. “It was just going through He is picutred with coach Travis Henson. my mind the whole entire time. For the first few in- nings, the umpires were really tight, so I had to adjust to them throughout the game.” It wasn’t until late, how- ever, that things began to PRESTON BURCH | THE GREER CITIZEN set in for the lefty. The Greer Citizen “Finally, toward the fifth The Lady Tigers struggled last week, dropping their rst region game of the season and sixth innings, that’s PLAYER OF THE WEEK to Greer in an 8-5 battle. when I started doing a lot better because I was able to adjust,” he said. “I just # started throwing strikes.” 14 When did he think his no-hitter was possible? “It was probably about Blue Ridge drops back- the sixth inning,” West- enreider said. “Whenever I got the first out of the sev- enth inning, that’s when Position: LHP to-back region games I thought [it could hap- Age: 18 pen].” Class: Senior A no-hitter, one of base- BY BILLY CANNADA Eastside, blasting three their own destiny. Berea ball’s most sought after SPORTS EDITOR home runs in the contest, upset Greer a night later, achievements, is said to be ROBERTWESTENREIDER moving the season total to so now Greer is sitting fragile and easily jinxed by Parents: Wendy and Chuck Frisby The Blue Ridge softball 29 as a team. there with a loss just like the mention of its possible O the eld: Enjoys hanging out with friends team was only sitting on “Eastside is battling inju- we’re sitting there with a occurrence. This made Favorite athlete: Chipper Jones one loss this season, but ries and they played hard, loss at 7-1.” Westenreider nervous as cross-town rival Greer but with injuries, there’s a The Lady Tigers face a a teammate approached Favorite movie: Billy Madison made sure that changed fairly significant gap in tal- tough outing with Berea him late in the game. Pregame ritual: Relaxing last week. ent between the two teams this week. “One person came up Movie star who would play you: Will Ferrell The Tigers fell behind right now,” Jones said. “Berea is a game we’re to me and told me,” West- Theme song: Lola Montez by Volbeat early, giving up unearned Jones did not feel com- going to have to play very enreider said. “He said, scores and a 7-0 lead. fortable with his team’s well to win,” Jones said. ‘have you let up a hit yet,’ “We did not play well recent performances. “We’ll be fortunate to go I looked at him and said, tough plays they’ve had to Westenreider said. “I know at all,” Blue Ridge coach in there and get that done. ‘Really?’” make.” if I throw strikes I have Kevin Jones said. “We gave At some point, we have to The jinx would not hold Westenreider said his the defense behind me to up seven unearned runs ‘How they’re going decide if we’re going to any weight, however, and team is competing against make plays, so I don’t care in the top of the first. Be- be able to get this done. Westenreider helped his some of the toughest op- if they hit the ball.” fore we even got a chance to respond still There are a lot of expecta- team earn a much-needed ponents in the state. Moving forward, West- to hit, we were down 7-0. tions on this program and region win over Eastside. “This is, I believe, the enreider said the team’s We tried to battle back, remains to be seen. there have always been a “I knew we were going toughest region in the goals are simple. we just couldn’t quite do lot of expectations. You to be good, but all I need state,” Westenreider said. “Right now we’re just what we needed to do to I’ve talked to them can mope and complain to do is throw strikes,” “It’s really tough. You can’t trying to make the play- get back in the game. You that you lost to your rival Westenreider said. “I have make many mistakes. If offs,” he said. “Hopefully have to give Greer credit. and they know that or that you lost your unde- a good defense behind you do, you have to fix we can make it all the They threw the ball well feated region mark, or you me to make the plays so them right away.” way. That’s the main goal. and made the plays they they control their can pick yourself up and teams don’t score runs. I The 18-year-old fire- We definitely have the de- needed to make to get the get the job done. just try to focus on getting baller, however, is simply fense and we definitely win.” own destiny.’ “There’s a lot left to play the outs we need. I’ve had trying to worry about what have the pitching, we just The Yellow Jackets de- for,” he said. “Even though to pitch out of a bunch is in front of him. need to hit the ball. We’ve feated Blue Ridge by a fi- we’re young, these girls of jams and the defense “I just try to think about been hitting the ball, but nal score of 8-5. Despite Kevin Jones have been playing varsity has really helped me out. the next pitch, really, but we have to do it more con- the tough loss, the Lady Blue Ridge softball coach softball for a long time There have been some mainly the first strike,” sistently.” Tigers would not be able and they should be able to to recover against Chap- “It wasn’t a good week handle it.” man. overall,” Jones said. “We Jones said his team, “We had played Chap- just did not play well. which is known for its man twice before this When you don’t play well power hitting, can pose a year and beat them fairly and you give teams that threat to any defense. That Furman raises cancer awareness handily and they came are good, solid teams ex- same strength, however, over and threw very well tra outs, they will take ad- can also be a weakness. The Furman baseball able at press time. Furman raised the most against us,” Jones said. vantage of it. “When our kids our hit- program has raised more “The Drive is pleased money of any college “We haven’t been shut out The head coach said the ting, you’ve got to make than $26,000 in their an- to contribute to Furman’s baseball program in 2013, all year, and they hit one loss to Greer rattled the pitches or they’re going nual initiative to raise team as they continue to according to university three-run homer and that Tigers. to hurt you,” Jones said. awareness of pediatric raise money and aware- officials. Half of the mon- was the difference in the “I think the girls could “At the same time, the fall- cancer, and the Greenville ness for pediatric cancer,” ey Furman raised benefits game. I think the girls were deal with the loss to Chap- backs to being a team that Drive is lending its sup- Jarinko said. “Furman is national childhood cancer still reeling from the night man,” he continued. “It was is built on power is that port to the cause. currently in second place research, and the other before coming off the loss out of region and we tried we can struggle to gener- Drive General Manager out of 120 college baseball half goes towards a local to Greer. some different things, but ate runs. We don’t always Eric Jarinko is encouraging teams across the nation children’s hospital. “They just did not man- that loss [against Greer] force the defense to scoop staff members and fans to in the amount of money “The Greenville Drive has age to bounce back very really put us back a little up a ground ball and make donate money to Furman’s raised, trailing only the always been supportive of well,” he said. “We had bit.” a good throw to first. We team. If Furman reached University of Oklahoma. Furman, our program and only lost one game go- Blue Ridge will be look- don’t force people to go $30,000 before their game We hope additional dona- the Greenville commu- ing into Tuesday and ing to turn things around from side to side. There’s at Fluor Field on Tuesday tions from our staff and nity,” added Ron Smith, now the girls are sitting this week. always the chance we against South Carolina, Ja- fans will help Furman Furman’s head baseball there on Wednesday night “How they’re going to could put a ball out, but rinko said he would partic- overtake Oklahoma and coach. “This is just an- with back-to-back losses respond still remains to we sometimes struggle to ipate in shaving his head reach their goal of being other example of their ex- against two good teams.” be seen,” Jones said. “I’ve put runs together.” with Furman’s players fol- the top contributor in col- traordinary involvement Blue Ridge ended its talked to them and they lowing the game. lege baseball in the fight that goes beyond the base- week with a 16-1 win over know that they control [email protected] | 877-2076 Results were not avail- against pediatric cancer.” ball field.”
B4 the greer citizen Sports wednesday, april 9, 2014 EHS soccer team still perfect
ing. If he’s doing a good No losses job of moving his defenses around in front of him, he or goals doesn’t touch the ball very much.” Martin said his goalkeep- allowed ers have not seen much competition as a result of good defense. By Billy Cannada “We haven’t been scored Sports Editor on yet and, to be honest, our goalkeepers haven’t re- The Eastside boys’ soc- ally been in a game where Preston Burch | The Greer Citizen cer team, which has been they’ve been tested,” Mar- atop the Class AAA rank- tin said. “That says a lot Eastside’s Madison Cain escapes the corner during a recent match. Her team is off to a 12-win start, only losing to J.L. ings all season, has yet to about the defense’s abil- Mann early in the season. lose a game or even give ity to keep situations in up a goal in region play. front of them. They’re The undefeated Eagles doing a great job. They’re blanked Berea and Travel- frequently unsung heroes, ers Rest in recent matches, but they’ve been fantastic inching toward a rivalry for us.” Lady Eagles soar to 12-1 start matchup with Riverside With a strong back line, this week. Martin said his team has “Berea was one of the set some high standards. By Billy Cannada for them in the standpoint our team who the leading times where we certainly most talented teams we’ve “We have some very high Sports Editor that they have to be ready scorer is, they couldn’t tell haven’t started well in the played so far,” Eastside goals and one of those very to play every time they’re you.” region, but have peaked coach Bill Martin said. high goals is to not con- The Eastside girls’ soccer stepping out to play.” The Eagles have already at the right time going to “They are well-coached cede a goal in our confer- team has earned 12 wins The Lady Eagles most re- seen strong outings from the playoffs and getting to ence,” Martin said. “That’s in the early going, taking cent wins came in shutouts some top performers. state. We know that this ‘I wouldn’t call it something that we’re try- a commanding hold of the against Berea and Travel- “I’ve got Betsy Evatt and is all fine and good right ing for every game. We region. ers Rest. Both matches Hawley Agee that are an- now, but it’s how you fin- pressure. I would never let our guard down The Lady Eagles are set- ended in a 10-0 victory. choring us in the back as ish that really matters.” defensively. We’re com- ting the bar high, accord- “We really attack and de- our central defenders,” Robinson said his team honestly call it our mitted to not conceding a ing to Eastside coach Andy fend as a team,” Robinson Robinson said. “Up top, is focused on peaking at goal.” Robinson. said. “We try to take own- you’ve got Asheton Robin- the right time. motivator.’ Being ranked highly in “The goal we set for this ership. It’s not one person son, who was All-State last “They’re focused on get- the state has not trans- year was to get better every that we put the pressure year and the leading scor- ting better every game so lated into pressure for game,” Robinson said. “I on and say, ‘Your job is er, and Natalie Royaards, that, hopefully, they’re Bill Martin Eastside. think they’ve done a pretty to score.’ We try to attack who really gives us some peaking at the right time,” Eastside boys’ soccer coach “I wouldn’t call it pres- good job of meeting those with the players we have good speed up top. he said. “The best soccer is sure. I would honestly call goals so far. We’re coming on the field. We take pride “Briana Hunter, one of yet to come.” and very talented. In the it our motivator,” Martin into the tough stretch of in that. It’s not just one or our seniors, plays flanker The Eagles face cross- sixth minute of that game, said. “We know that when our region, playing every- two that do our goal scor- and does a great job of town rival Riverside this we had a player red card- we go into a stadium, body a second time.” ing, which makes it harder getting into the attack and week. ed, so we played them teams are up to play East- Eastside was ranked No. to defend.” has great speed as well,” “It’s an Eastside-River- with 10 men.” side. We’re one of the best 2 in the state during the Robinson said his team he said. side game,” Robinson said. Eastside went on to score teams they’re going to see, preseason, and it has not has taken on a defensive Despite early success, “What’s coming to the ta- a goal in the first half and so you never let your guard impacted the team’s play mentality. Robinson said none of ble that night is just a long another in the second, down. We can tell when we thus far, Robinson said. “We really embrace the that will matter if the team sense of rivalry. Stats and winning the match by a get there. There are a lot “It always causes pres- philosophy of attacking does not play well when it all that kind of stuff just score of 2-0. of fans in the stands and sure and it always causes and defending with all 10 counts. flies out the door. It’s just “It was good for us on a a lot of people want to see you to get the best perfor- or all 11,” he said. “That’s “One thing that we know a great game. It’s an emo- number of levels,” Martin how they do against East- mance out of the people really helped us because well is that it doesn’t mat- tional game and you never said. “They were a good side. It’s been very excit- that you’re playing,” Rob- there’s so many ways we ter how you start, but it’s know who is going to win. team, and we learned a ing for us.” inson said. “It puts a bull’s can come at you. As a re- how you finish,” Robinson That’s certainly one of the very important lesson With the excitement eye on you, but they kind sult, we’ve been very un- said. “We’ve lived by that games I always look for- about keeping our com- comes anticipation, and of accept that. It’s good selfish. I think if you asked because there have been ward to every year.” posure. When you’re team Martin said his team will gets in trouble, it’s going need to do the little things to take the whole team if it wants to get back to a to get out of trouble. Our state championship game. boys banded together and “We realize there were got out of that match.” things the team did last Greer edges rival Blue Ridge, 5-2 The Eagles then handled year that let the team business against the Devil- come up a little bit short,” By Chip Channell dogs, dominating in a 7-0 Martin said. “Everything For The Greer Citizen showing. we do this year is geared “At the end of the day, towards not coming up a It was Justin Reid’s we’re a better roster than little bit short. We’re work- night. Travelers Rest,” Martin ing hard even with a lead, The Greer junior spear- said. “We were really chal- working hard not to con- headed the Yellow Jackets’ lenged on Monday, so com- cede a goal and working effort on Saturday night, ing into Travelers Rest, hard to be a better team turning in a complete- we had some momentum. every time we play. We game performance in a 5-2 That was our single best can’t take our foot off the victory over Blue Ridge. game. They’re not a bad gas pedal or get satisfied “He did a great job,” said team, we just played ex- with our game.” Greer coach Bob Massullo. ceptionally well.” Martin said his team It was not an easy night Martin said he is confi- is ready for a challenge for Reid. The Tigers struck dent in the direction his against the Warriors. for a run in the first in- team is headed. “I think Riverside is go- ning, capitalizing on a “I feel like our team is ing to be a great matchup leadoff base hit by sec- really starting to put some for us,” Martin said. “We’re ond baseman and senior, pieces together now,” Mar- stepping out of our con- Alex Williams. After steal- tin said. “We have a very ference to play a [Class] ing second, Williams ad- specific style of play, and I AAAA school, and I think vanced to third on a base want a team that can han- that will show us what it hit by John Mason Reyn- dle anything that an oppo- will be like when we start olds. When Reynolds stole nent throws at them.” facing bigger teams in the second base, the catcher’s The key for Eastside has postseason. That’s really throw was dropped by the been defense so far this what we’re focused on, us- shortstop and Williams season. ing the conference to hone alertly raced home to put Preston Burch | The Greer Citizen “We’ve got three quality our game. the Tigers ahead 1-0. goalkeepers in the pro- “Riverside is going to The lead, however, did Greer earned a much-needed win over Blue Ridge last week, using defense and strong gram,” Martin said. “I’m a show us just what we’re not last long. pitching to slide past the Tigers, 5-2. big believer that the goal- made of,” he said. The Tigers sent left- keeper’s primary role is to hander Hunter Wheeler to tie the game in the top of bring in another run, and Henson also referenced keep shots from happen- [email protected] | 877-2076 the mound, who struggled the fifth inning. The Tigers scored on a base hit by se- Tigers pitchers falling be- from the outset, issuing loaded the bases with one nior Ricky Black, putting hind in the count as a ma- a walk and a base hit. Af- out, and a single by Reyn- Greer ahead at 5-2. jor cause of the loss. ter a wild pitch advanced olds plated the tying run. Despite a high pitch The biggest takeaway for the runners to second and Reid did not allow more count, Reid went back to the Tigers, however, is not third, a sacrifice fly tied damage. the mound for the final in the performance itself. the game at one. While Greer put its leadoff frame and quelled a late “How will we respond?” the damage was minimal, man on due to a high rally by the Tigers after al- was the question Hen- it was only an indicator throw from shortstop Eli- lowing two base runners. son said needs to be an- of things to come for the jah Henderson that pulled While the pitching effort swered. Tigers. the first baseman off the was a major component For Greer, the focus was In the bottom of the bag. After the next batter of the Yellow Jackets’ win- on Reid’s strong perfor- third, Greer was able to reached on a base hit, the ning effort, Tiger coach mance, but Coach Massul- get its leadoff man, sopho- Yellow Jackets scored on a Travis Henson cited his lo said it was not the only more Collin Roberts, on somewhat odd set of cir- team’s shortcomings as key to the team’s success. base. Roberts advanced cumstances. the primary cause of the “We played an all-around on a bunt and proceeded A bunt attempt was defeat. game tonight,” he said. to third on a groundout. fielded by Reynolds, who “We didn’t play well Massullo said the team’s With two outs, sophomore wheeled and threw to enough offensively or de- effort was the primary dif- Todd Carroll brought in third in an attempt to get fensively to win,” he said. ference between the win Roberts with a base hit, the force-out. The throw, Henson said his team against the Tigers and putting Greer ahead, 2-1. however, sailed over the fell behind in every aspect the team’s loss the night Wheeler was relieved by head of the third baseman, of the game. He said the prior. He also expressed Reynolds in the next frame allowing the go-ahead run defensive effort was the some frustration, saying after issuing two walks. to score. Shortly after- worst the Tigers had put the game showed the team Reynolds was barely able ward, the Tigers seemingly forward so far this season to be capable of far more to neutralize the threat, caught a break when Reyn- and said the Yellow Jack- than it has accomplished needing a nice defensive olds struck out the next ets put more pressure on this season. Massullo said play by Williams to escape batter, and a baserunning the Tigers by getting their he wants to see the same Preston Burch | The Greer Citizen without allowing a run. error by Greer resulted in leadoff hitters on. mentality the team showed It seemed like that stop a double play. The Yellow Jackets put in their effort against the The Eagles have yet to meet their match this season, would be critical for Blue Greer senior Austin the leadoff hitter on base Tigers for the duration of soaring to an undefeated start.
Ridge, as they were able to Stempihar doubled to in five out of six innings. the season. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 SPORTS THE GREER CITIZEN B5
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D5 NIGHT AT FLUOR FIELD SCHEDULED APRIL 23 On Wednesday, April 23, the Greenville Drive is partnering with the Dun- can community to host “D5 night” at Fluor Field. This is the third year Spartanburg District Five Schools has taken center stage in downtown Green- ville and representatives from all 12 of the district’s schools will take part in the recognition and fun planned before and during the games. The Greenville Drive host the Asheville Tourists at 4 p.m. and will be fol- PHOTO | SUBMITTED lowed by Byrnes vs. Wade PHOTO | SUBMITTED Hampton at 7 p.m. This is Former Greer High coach Phil Clark has been instrumental the first professional/high in the school’s athletic success. Nature lovers of all ages can enjoy Friends Day events, set for 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on Saturday, school double-header in April 26, at Paris Mountain State Park. Fluor Field history. Throughout the games, the District Five teach- Community Ministries raised, last year’s Run “Having the Greenville ers, support employees kitchen and volunteer for One event was a huge Drive as the Title Sponsor CLARK: Remembered and “Terrific Kids of the drivers deliver them. success in support of the of the Community Youth Year” from each of the For more information, events at last year’s Bos- Baseball Program has been FROM B1 Shrine Bowl team. In 1985, schools will be recognized contact Hannah Rainwater, ton Marathon, and making a huge benefit as the pro- Clark was inducted into in the stands and on the GCM events coordinator, this an annual event will gram continues to grow,” body in Greer was proud the Wofford College Hall “DriveVision.” Participat- 877-1937 or hrainwater@ be a great step as we con- said Dana Souza, Parks of,” Carlisle said. “It was of Fame and, in 1993, he ing faculty, students and gcminc.org. tinue our efforts to bring and Recreation director a gem for football back in was inducted into the S.C. staff will take part in the the Greenville community for the City of Greenville. the 50s and 60s. Phil was Athletic Coaches Associa- on-field, between inning GOODWILL MUD RUN closer to the city of Bos- “The Drive is such a posi- there and accessible to all tion Hall of Fame. In 1996, entertainment and games. IS SATURDAY, SUNDAY ton.” tive force in the entire the people in Greer, which the North/South Football Special pre-game ac- Registration is now open “We are proud of our af- Upstate Region, and we just made him that much game was named in his tivities will include a “Pa- for the Goodwill Mud Run, filiation with the Boston are pleased that their gen- more popular. Everybody honor. He was awarded rade of Champions,” led presented by St. Francis Red Sox, and the run will erous support allows so thought the world of him. the coaches association’s by the Byrnes High drum Sports Medicine. The event live up to its namesake by many children to enjoy He was so well known, not Distinguished Service line, state finalist cheer will be held Saturday, April channeling the spirit of a happy and healthy life- only in Greer, but through- Award in 2006. team, committed college 12, 2014 at 7 a.m. and Sun- Boston on the same day style through baseball.” out the state of South Car- “After he retired, he athletes, and SAC Youth day, April 13 at 4 p.m. as the Boston Marathon,” The Drive will provide all olina.” was still very active in the Teams. Ceremonial first The run will be 3.5 miles he continued. “That, com- participants with a t-shirt school and in the com- pitch, honorary captains, with 35 obstacles. Teams bined with all funds ben- and a complimentary tick- ‘He was a class munity,” he said. “He just play ball Announcer and will compete against each efiting the City of Green- et to attend that evening’s meant an awful lot to other pre-game honor- other and will be officially ville’s Youth Baseball game against the Tourists. man. He gave all Greer.” ary roles will be filled by timed. Program, will make this an Clark was instrumental distinguished student The cost to enter for a exciting day for everyone PARIS MOUNTAIN FRIENDS that he had for the in arranging for the pur- leaders, faculty and staff. two-person team (Satur- involved.” DAY IS APRIL 26 chase of land for the new The Byrnes Singers will day only) is $100. A four- Runners and walkers Nature lovers of all ages community and for Greer High and its football perform the National An- person team is $140 and will start at the Caine Hal- can enjoy Friends Day stadium. He also helped them. a JROTC team (this is for ter YMCA at 5:30 p.m. The events, set for 11 a.m.-3 Greer High School.’ plan and design the ath- Tickets are $7 and can JROTC high school teams course will wind its way p.m. on Saturday, April letic complex at the new be purchased by visiting only) is $90. through Cleveland Park 26, at Paris Mountain State school. or calling the Drive Box For more information, from the YMCA and have Park. Marion Waters Clark was the founder of Office at 240-4528. visit GoodwillMudRun.org. its own version of Boston Activities include live Greer High principal the Greer Touchdown Club Marathon’s “Heartbreak entertainment, boating on and 26 of his players have GCM GOLF TOURNAMENT GREENVILLE DRIVE PLAN Hill”. Runners and walk- Lake Placid, children’s ac- gone on to be coaches, and WILL BE MAY 9 SPIRIT OF BOSTON 5K ers will finish by entering tivities, interactive nature Clark came to Greer a number of them are ath- The Dick Brooks Honda The Greenville Drive, Fluor Field, running by its exhibits from several local in 1950 after graduat- letic directors. Meals on Wheels Invita- emediagroup, Caine Halter own version of the iconic groups, a one and a half ing from Wofford College “He was a class man,” Wa- tional golf tournament will YMCA and Setup Events Green Monster and cross- hour aquatic ecology hike and served as an assistant ters said. “He gave all that be held on May 9 at Greer have combined to coordi- ing home plate while high- at noon from Park Center coach for 2 years. He was he had for the community Country Club. nate the Spirit of Boston fiving players and coaches to Mountain Creek. named head coach and and for Greer High School. The 17th annual tourna- Run, a timed 5K, on Mon- from the Drive. Admission is free on athletic director in 1952. He’s just so well respected ment benefits Greer Com- day, April 21. “We believe that having Friends Day, though dona- Clark served at Greer High by all of the young men munity Ministries. Golfers The 5K will begin at 5:30 Drive players and coaches tions to the Paris Mountain for 27 years as athletic and women who played and sponsors should reg- p.m. and will lead into the greeting runners as they State Park Friends will be director, assistant princi- for him and knew him as ister online at DickBrook- Drive’s game against the finish adds a nice touch accepted. For more infor- pal and as head coach in a teacher, coach, admin- sHondaMOWgolf.com. Asheville Tourists at 7:05 to the event,” said Jarinko. mation, call 244-5565 dur- football, basketball and istrator and community Competitions this year p.m. “They have aspirations of ing office hours from 11 baseball. leader in Greer. include Closest to the Pin, All funds raised will go playing or coaching in Bos- a.m. – 5 p.m. or visit www. During his career, the “He belongs in the Hall Hole in One, Closest to the to the City of Greenville ton one day, so they under- pmspf.org. teams at Greer won nu- of Fame,” Waters said. Line and a putting con- Community Youth Base- stand the significance of Paris Mountain State merous region champion- The South Carolina Ath- test. ball Program, which pro- this event and how much Park is off S.C. 253 (State ships and four state cham- letic Administrators As- The Meals on Wheels vides inner city children the Red Sox organization Park Road), six miles north pionships. His team in sociation represents the Golf Tournament provides with an opportunity to means to Boston.” of downtown Greenville. 1956 went 11-0 and won athletic directors and ad- funds needed to continue play baseball at their com- The Drive collected new On all other days, admis- the state championship. ministrators at S.C. High serving over 300 home- munity park. and lightly used equip- sion is $2 for ages 16–64, Clark also served as the School League member bound senior adults in the “We are thrilled to host ment at the Hot Stove $1.25 for S.C. seniors and head football coach for schools. Greater Greer area with a the Spirit of Boston Run event in January and, part- disabled persons. Children the 1954 North All-Star hot meal Monday through on April 21st,” said Drive ly because of the Drive’s under 16 are not charged Football team and was the [email protected] | 877-2076 Friday. The meals are pre- General Manager Eric Ja- efforts, the league is all set admission. 1963 head coach for the pared on site in the Greer rinko. “With over $20,000 for play in 2014.
NGU track and field honored CALENDAR | THURSDAY, APRIL 10 Baseball ...... Eastside @ Riverside, 6:30 p.m. North Greenville’s men’s the opening game. North with a solo blast, her third Girls Soccer ...... Blue Ridge @ Eastside, 5:30 p.m. and women’s indoor track Greenville would pound of the season. Greenville @ Greer, 5:30 p.m. and field teams, Pfeiffer’s CRUSADER out two hits in the first North Greenville’s of- Boys Soccer ...... Blue Ridge @ Eastside, 7:30 p.m. women’s basketball and frame and use a Lander fense remained silent for Greernville @ Greer, 7:30 p.m. Mount Olive’s men’s miscue to take a 2-0 lead. the final two innings, but Softball ...... Travelers Rest @ Blue Ridge, 5:30 p.m. basketball were named CORNER Cassi Carpenter’s RBI sin- the Bearcats would also re- ‘Team Sportsmanship gle would give the Crusad- main scoreless. Greer @ Riverside, 5:30 p.m. Award’ winners following ers a 1-0 lead. The error North Greenville jumped the recent completion of student-athlete represen- on the ensuing play would out to a quick lead in game the winter season league tative to vote together and score Sarah Armstrong to two, scratching a run FRIDAY, APRIL 11 championships. judge conference competi- give NGU a 2-0 advantage. across in the first inning Track and Field ...... Eastside @ Taco Bell Invitational, noon According to conference tors’ sportsmanship. Af- North Greenville picked on a wild pitch, but would Greer @ Taco Bell Invitational, noon officials, these teams were ter all the votes have been up another run in the sec- do more damage in the top Girls Soccer ...... Eastside @ Riverside, 5:30 p.m. recognized to have dem- submitted, the conference ond inning on a wild pitch, of the second. Armstrong Baseball ...... Greenville @ Blue Ridge, 6:30 p.m. onstrated the best sports- office averages the results scoring Shayna Finley. would account for two RBI Eastside @ Greer, 6 p.m. manship in their Confer- and the institution with The Lady Crusaders with a single to right field Ga ney @ Riverside, 7:30 p.m. ence Carolinas sport. The the highest overall aver- would do its biggest dam- and would later score on Softball ...... Blue Ridge @ Greenville, 5:30 p.m. designation was voted on age in a particular sport is age of the game in the an RBI single from Rachel Boys Soccer...... Greer @ Greer Middle College, 7:30 p.m. by member coaches and awarded the ‘Team Sports- fourth inning while already Glazebrook. Steading and Riverside @ Eastside, 7 p.m. student athletes through- manship Award.’ leading 4-1. The three run Finley would both cross out the league. This year marks the third inning came on one the plate for NGU in the The sportsmanship third year that there is swing of the bat, as Jordan frame. MONDAY, APRIL 14 awards are presented an- an individual sport ‘Team Farmer smashed a three The Crusaders tacked on nually to the member insti- Sportsmanship run homer over the left two more runs in the fifth Baseball ...... Blue Ridge @ Riverside, 10:30 a.m. tution judged to have ex- As an NCAA Division field fence handing North inning on an illegal pitch, Laurens @ Blue Ridge, 7:30 p.m. hibited the highest degree II member, Conference Greenville a comfortable and more timely hitting of sportsmanship among Carolinas prides itself on 7-0 lead. It was her fourth from Farmer. Glazebrook its players, coaches, and creating a positive game homerun of the season. scored from third on the WEDNESDAY, APRIL 16 fans during their regular environment through The Crusaders would add illegal pitch to give NGU .Baseball ...... Greer @ Riverside, 3:30 p.m. playing season. A Confer- sportsmanship to ensure another run in the fifth a 5-0 lead and, eventually, ence Carolinas institution a positive experience for inning on a second home- the win.
will be awarded for its student-athletes and fans run, as Finley left the yard overall commitment to alike. providing a quality play- ing environment for home NORTH GREENVILLE and opposing fans, play- SOFTBALL EARNS SWEEP ers, and staff members. The North Greenville The school with the over- softball team added a pair all best average, across all of non-conference wins, conference sports, will re- sweeping a double header ceive the Messick Sports- from the Lander Bearcats manship award at the end 8-1 and 6-0, improving the of the academic year. Crusaders to 21-12 on the The sportsmanship season. award is decided using a The Crusaders broke voting process implement- out the bats early in game ed by Athletics Directors one, plating four runs in South Carolina that calls for a coach and the first three innings of Newspaper Network B6 THE GREER CITIZEN CLASSIFIEDS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 LIVING H ERE THE GREER CITIZEN B7 ‘Ragtime’ comes to Blue Ridge Runs April MAIN CHARACTERS | 24-26 at school
BY KATIE JONES STAFF WRITER Jordan as Fevrin as Coalhouse Sarah “Ragtime” has been a longtime coming at Blue Ridge High. David Holland, Blue Ridge fine arts teacher, has wanted to do “Rag- time” for about 15 years. His students were begging for a musical, he said. Bishop as Hamlin as “I’ve been wanting to do Little Girl Tateh this show. I’ve told them at least a million times that I’ve been wanting to heavals in the 1900s,” Hol- do this show since I was land said. “This is a play at least 18, so about 15 filled with great music and years,” Holland said. “I is set against the backdrop thought this was the right of some pretty important time for it.” historical events. We see “Ragtime,” a musical, is the Boston worker, labor based on the novel by E. L. riots highlighted in one Doctorow, which tells the scene.” MANDY FERGUSON | THE GREER CITIZEN story of three groups in The cast is the right America during the early group of people to do ‘Ragtime’ performances starts at 7 p.m. on April 24 and 25 and at 2 p.m. on April 26 at Blue Ridge High, 2151 Fews Chapel 1900s: African Americans, the performance, Holland a wealthy family in New said. Road. York and Eastern Europe- Junior Evan Hamlin plays an immigrants. Tateh, a Latvian immigrant “‘Ragtime’ tells the sto- and single father. He has public entertainment is ‘This is a play filled with great music and ry of three families from been involved in theater always a fun experience different ethnic and so- since he was 8 years old for the viewer and the is set against the backdrop of some pretty cial backgrounds, who and was really intrigued performers,” Hamlin said. get swept up in a lot of by the play. “Rehearsing is something important historical events. We see the turmoils and social up- “Any show put on for nice to do after school. It’s a way to get out there. If Boston worker, labor riots highlighted in you pursue this kind of thing, it’s perfect to be one scene.’ able to do it in any envi- ronment.” Ryan Jordan plays Coal- David Holland house, a ragtime musician Blue Ridge ne arts teacher who walks out on Sarah before learning she is pregnant. MANDY FERGUSON “It sounded really inter- esting to me,” Jordan said. Tickets are $10 for adults “(Holland) came to me and and $5 for students. said, ‘Hey, I think you’d be really good for this part,’ so I tried out and it’s go- Fews Chapel Road. Tick- ing good so far. I really ets are $10 for adults and like it” $5 for students. Those in- Caroline Bishop plays terested in attending can Little Girl, Tateh’s un- get tickets by calling 355- named daughter. 1875, emailing Holland at “You get to be someone [email protected]. different than your normal sc.us or through the Face- person,” she said. “You get book page (Theatre at the to come into a different Ridge). character, act like a differ- This is Holland’s 12th ent person than you nor- directed show and his mally act.” 26th as an actor. Senior Jasmine Fevrin Blue Ridge will have two plays Sarah. Fevrin said more productions this she wanted to do some- spring: Robert Rulghum’s thing different her last “All I Really Need to Know year at Blue Ridge. “Rag- I Learned In Kindergar- MANDY FERGUSON | THE GREER CITIZEN time” will be her theatrical ten” runs May 15 and 17; debut. “Something More Than a ‘Ragtime,’ a musical, is based on the novel by E. L. Doctorow, The performance starts Game” runs May 16 and which tells the story of three groups in America during the at 7 p.m. on April 24 and 17. early 1900s. 25 and 2 p.m. on April 26 Tickets are $7 for both at Blue Ridge High, 2151 productions.
Former Marine publishes book
BY KATIE JONES STAFF WRITER ‘It’s essentially the story of my leadership Danny White did not journey and that’s kind of my focus, what plan to become a single fa- ther. He also did not plan I lived through with the sad day my wife to become a published au- thor. and son passed away.’ But they have both hap- pened, culminating in his book, “A Widower’s Walk: Danny White From Desert to Destiny.” Author “It traces my journey, being out of the Marine Corp, and running a busi- that he took time, busy as them said they cried and ary of ’13. Heart attack. ness now, and a lot of he was. That’s the equiva- they knew the story. I was No idea he had any issues. milestones along the way,” lent of a chief executive encouraged, not that I like He was my best friend. I’m said White, a Taylors na- officer of 175,000-person to see my kids cry, but the glad I listened to his advice tive. organization picking up fact that it still resonated and slowed it down.” During a move from the phone and seeing how with them. They’ve lived “A Widower’s Walk: California to Missouri in a hurting employee is do- it, they’ve heard me speak. From Desert to Destiny” 1997, White’s pregnant ing. Huge impact on my I’ve been able to tell differ- is $13.95 and is available wife Jenny and 5-year-old life. That really was a life- ent parts of the story since through White’s website, son, Danny, were killed line of hope. It’s tough, but January of ’98.” leadwithliberty.com. White in a car accident, leaving you’ve got help to make it At his brother’s encour- will also appear on Nite him to raise his 3-year-old through this.” agement, he slowed down Line at 8 p.m. April 9 on daughter Hannah and 9- White remarried and the process. WGGS TV-16. He has two month-old son Ethan. had more children: Lydia, “OK, I’m going to be the more books planned. “It’s essentially the story 13; Ian, 10; Phillip, 6; Erik, marine and attack the hill. “I wanted my children of my leadership journey 4 and Noel, 1. I retired, left the Pentagon to know along their faith and that’s kind of my fo- “Our Suburban is full in- in June 2012, I’ll have a journey, this is how you cus, what I lived through deed,” he said. book by December,” he were taken care of by God with the sad day my wife He originally intended said. “My brother said, and you didn’t even know and son passed away.” for the book to just be for ‘That’s too fast, Danny. it,” he said. “There was The Marine Corps com- Hannah and Ethan. It’s not going to be worth not intention for this to PHOTO | SUBMITTED mandant called him to see “Hannah helped me it and the book is going go outside of our home. I how White was that eve- with editing and Ethan to outlive you. Take your forget who I let read it and ‘A Widower’s Walk: From Desert to Destiny”’is $13.95 and is ning. did some, too. Lydia and time.’ He’s now deceased. they said, ‘This has got to available through White’s website, leadwithliberty.com. “It made a huge impact. Ian – a little bit. They’re That was a tough day, too. be published.’” One, as a Marine, but also all pretty excited…Both of He passed away in Janu- The Greer Citizen
B8 THE GREER CITIZEN MILESTONES WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014
ENGAGEMENTS | Spring arrives, plotting again to kill me
t started Friday, sci- again. people and follow social entifically the worst KEEPING UP My version of hell norms. Ipossible day to feel WITH JONES would be the sneezy, For the first 20 years of bad. I had tons of stuff watery-eyes that plague my life, I never had this to do before the weekend me during spring. It’s problem. I’ve had skin al- and had fun plans for the KATIE torturous to stay inside, lergies my whole life, but weekend. miserable and drowsy. it is so, so much easier It began with itchy eyes. JONES Last April, Dale and I to avoid poison ivy and My throat began to tickle. the-world disoriented nap. went to a Braves game. nickel than it is to avoid, Then the sneezing be- When Dale arrived home I was fine throughout y’know, the air. gan. Oh, the sneezing. from work, I thought the entire nine innings. It started in college. I sneezed every few he was my mom. I still When we got in the car, I hoped, with ignorant minutes for hours. I haven’t figured that out. the sneezing started. I optimism, it was some- sneezed until my throat I had several appoint- sneezed the entire time thing in Columbia that was raw and I had a ments Friday, the first at fighting post-game traffic. was causing me problems throbbing headache. After 10:30 a.m. When I got to I sneezed through dinner (and by problems, I mean sneezing for what felt like my car, which is usually (Jim ‘N Nicks - check it the ability to function and years, my chest got tight blue, it was covered with out) and I sneezed the breath without issue). and I felt like I couldn’t the loathsome yellow entire way back to Green- I was not so lucky. My al- Mr. Anthony Matthew Turner and Miss Ti anee Catherine King breathe. dusting we all know. ville. lergies continued to follow I sneezed until the an- That’s when it started It’s pretty much impos- me. Since these allergies King - Turner tihistamine I took — the — mid morning. sible to enjoy anything developed at 20, maybe second one — kicked in It was Saturday after- while constantly sneezing. I’ll grow out of them – the Mrs. Catherine King, of Associate’s degree in Ap- and I fell into a dead-to- noon when I felt human It’s hard to interact with sooner the better. Spartanburg, announces plied Science and Medical the engagement of her Administration, she is em- daughter, Tiffanee Cath- ployed by the Greenville erine King, to Anthony Health System. Give cats the carrot Matthew Turner son of Mr. Turner, a 2008 grad- Mrs. Rebecca Turner, of uate of Greer High School BY SAM MAZZOTTA cat has jumped down most effective. — Stephen Greer, and the late Mark and the South Carolina FOR THE GREER CITIZEN PAW’S CORNER from the table, love him B., Daytona Beach, Fla. Turner. Criminal Justice Acad- | up. The same applies for Miss King is also the emy, he is employed with DEAR PAW’S CORNER: wet. So, if the rattling pen- various kitty cat bad hab- DEAR STEPHEN: You’ve daughter of the late Neil R. O’Reilly Auto Parts. I’ve owned and trained nies don’t work, a small its, such as scratching the taught this old cat a King, II, and step-daughter They will be married cats most of my adult life. squirt gun or water pistol furniture, etc. One thing couple of new tricks. of Monty Anderson. April 20, 2014, at The Regarding your recent col- — emphasis on “small” that doesn’t ever work I agree that cats don’t A 2009 graduate of Lodge at Lake Bowen Com- umn on keeping cats off — works remarkably well with a cat is swatting respond at all well to Greer High School and mons in Inman. the counter: You’re right, with training (not dis- them, as one might do discipline, but they can be ECPI in 2012 with an of course, about training ciplining) felines to not with a rolled up newspa- convinced to do (or not cats when they’re young. jump on tables, etc. Aim per for a dog. Corporal do) certain things. When But felines are smart crea- for ears or neck. Avoid punishment only insults there’s something more Couple honored with shower tures, so even an old cat the eyes, of course. them. interesting to do than can learn new tricks. The Cats differ from dogs in Also, for neighborhood jump on the table — like Tiffanee Catherine King, with a sash bearing her key is to use their dislikes that dogs can be disci- cats prowling your gar- chase a felt mouse on bride-elect of Anthony title. Guests included and/or their acute senses plined by the stick; cats den, flowerbeds, etc., at a string — cats have no Matthew Turner, was special friends, Kayla of hearing and smell. are trained mainly by the night and yowling, black problem hopping down to honored with a bridal Edwards, Chrystal Wes- Most cats dislike getting carrot. So when your kitty pepper sprinkled about is concentrate on that. shower hosted by her maid ley, Ashley Howell, Miss of honor, Marley Wilson, King’s mother, Catherine during a 7 p.m. dinner at King, and Mr. Turner, her Mimi’s Steakhouse of Ja- groom-to-be. pan in downtown Greer on During the evening, at- March 21. tendees enjoyed Japanese Upon her arrival, the Steak and Seafood. honoree was presented Read it and reap! Community newspapers SOCIETY DEADLINE WEDNESDAY, 5 P.M. alive and well
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 ENTERTAINMENT THE GREER CITIZEN B9
at 866-732-8008 or online THINGS at flatrockplayhouse.org. Discounts available for se- niors, AAA members, mili- TO DO tary personnel, students and groups. The Clyde and Nina Al- CENTRE STAGE len Mainstage is located PRESENTS ‘SMUDGE’ at 2661 Greenville Hwy in A dark comedy about Flat Rock, NC. parenthood and the chang- Evan Rachel Wood, Scott ing face of the American EVENTS AT STOMPING Speedman in ‘Barefoot’ family experiencing the GROUNDS limits of love and cheese- Open mic night: 7-9 p.m. cake, as a hopeful young April 10 couple gives birth to a Albino Skunk Fest April COUCH THEATER smudge, written by two- 10-12 | time Emmy Award winner, Elizabeth Wood, Acous- Rachel Axler. Maegan Azar tic Soul, Motown & Oldies: DVD previews directs. 7-10 p.m. April 12 For tickets to all Centre Robert Decker’s pencil By Sam Struckho Stage events, call the box drawing class: $10, April office at 233-6733 or go to 14 NEW RELEASES centrestage.org. Brianna Hamilton, 7-9 FOR WEEK OF APRIL 21 p.m. April 15 PHOTO | SUBMITTED ‘LAUGHTER’ COMES BearCastle Plantation DOG OF THE WEEK TO FLAT ROCK PLAYHOUSE 7:30-10:30 p.m. April 18 “Barefoot” (PG-13) - Weezer took a capacity crowd in Charlotte’s Fillmore Music Hall on an 80-minute trip Flat Rock Playhouse pres- Chris & Brett, a father - Now that we’re in the ents the classic Neil Simon and son duo, 7:30-10:30 post-award season slump, down memory lane last Wednesday night. comedy, Laughter on the p.m. it’s time to headline with 23rd Floor, from April 3- the most lamebrained, 19 at The Clyde and Nina GREER OPRY HOLDS wonderfully awful movie Allen Mainstage. SATURDAY DANCE coming to retail shelves Weezer gets back Inspired by Simon’s early The Greer Opry House at near you. This one’s about career experience as a ju- 107 Cannon St. presents an overprivileged doofus nior writer for Your Show Classic Country Band with (Scott Speedman) who of Shows, the play focuses Ed Burrell on Saturdays at thinks that bringing an to ‘The Good Life’ in Charlotte on Sid Caesar-like Max 8 p.m. adorable mental patient Prince, the star of a weekly Admission is $9 per (Evan Rachel Wood) to a RATING: 7 OUT OF 10 the songs with minimal comedy-variety show circa person. Free line dancing wedding will convince his interruption. He did, SETLIST | 1953, and his staff who from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. No dad that he should have eezer’s concerts however, repeatedly thank maintain a running com- alcohol, smoking or out- more money. It’s meant are a lot like their the Charlotte crowd and 1. My Name is Jonas mentary on the writing, side food and drink. to be a heartfelt romantic Walbums – fun, fast, encouraged them to sing 2. Hash Pipe fighting, and wacky antics Family entertainment. comedy. rocking and over before along on “Perfect Situa- 3. Perfect Situation which take place in the Visit greeropryhouse.5u. Daisy (Wood) was raised you know it. The Califor- tion” and “Say It Ain’t So.” 4. Troublemaker writers’ room. com. in an abusive household nia quartet’s show last The only real break in 5. The Good Life Allergy Partners of West- where she was cut off Wednesday at Charlotte’s the 80-minute set came 6. Surf Wax America ern North Carolina pres- from the world for most Fillmore Music Hall didn’t seven songs in when the 7. Island in the Sun ents Laughter on the 23rd of her life. She lives in disappoint, taking the group went into “Island 8. Beverly Hills Floor at The Clyde and the psychiatric ward, and capacity crowd on an in the Sun.” Though that 9. Dope Nose Nina Allen Mainstage at she needs real help, but exciting if somewhat breezy, unlikely 2001 10. Back to the Shack Flat Rock Playhouse, April Jay (Speedman) needs a predictable 80-minute trip single is probably my 11. Say It Ain’t So 3-19. Performances will date to a wedding because down memory lane. least favorite by the band, 12. I Won’t You To be Wednesday through that’s how he’s going to most fans gleefully sang 13. Pork and Beans Saturday at 8 p.m.; mati- get a loan from his wealthy CONCERT along to it as they tipped 14. Undone (Sweater Song) nees Wednesday, Thurs- family. In our world, this a half-dozen beach balls 15. Photograph day, Saturday and Sunday would be the disturbing REVIEW around the club. Encore at 2 p.m. behavior of a budding There were two other 16. Memories All tickets are $40 and sociopath. In “Barefoot” facets of the performance 17. Buddy Holly can be purchased by calling world, it’s just another sil- WILLIAM that I took issue with. The the Playhouse box office ly thing that leads to true first was Cuomo’s deci- at 828-693-0731, toll-free love. BUCHHEIT sion to relinquish lead New York garage rock- vocals to bassist Scott PICKS OF THE WEEK ers The Last International Shriner on “Dope Nose,” “The Trials of Muham- opened things up at 8 and later to drummer Pat mad Ali” -- From the start, p.m., putting together a Wilson on “Photograph” he knew how to work the spirited half-hour set that (as he took over the media. When the heavy- included both original ma- drums). The results were weight champion changed terial and one cover song. choppy, abbreviated ver- his name from Cassius When I saw the trio open sions of those songs. The Clay to Muhammad Ali and for Scott Weiland at the other thing that disap- refused to fight in Viet- Fillmore last Fall, they did pointed me was that they nam, the media turned on an absolutely spellbinding played just a single song him. When the draft called version of The Animals’ from their wonderful for him and he wouldn’t “House of the Rising Sun.” 1997 album, “Pinkerton” go, Ali was stripped of This time, the cover they (“The Good Life”) his titles and sentenced chose was “Cod’ine,” a They did atone for to five years in prison. For 1963 folk song about ad- those shortcomings by years, Ali fought (in court) diction by Beverly Saint- playing five songs off to stay out of prison and Marie. Like most of the their debut record, includ- make his message heard. tunes they perform, it was ing the crowd favorites This documentary focus- a showcase for singer Del- “Undone (Sweater Song)” es on those years of legal ilah Paz’s soulful vocals and “Buddy Holly,” the battles and Ali’s religious and guitarist Edgey Pire’s last of which closed the transition. In his early 20s, speedy solo runs. With show with a flurry. I guess the U.S. Olympic medalist former Rage Against the at my own ideal Weezer went from cocky pre-fight Machine drummer Brad concert, the band would posturing to strident po- Wilk joining the group play their first two al- litical statements. Sud- last year, this is certainly bums all the way through. denly, one of America’s an act to look out for. But musicians don’t like top athletes was shouting As one might expect, to live in the past. Cuomo messages about Islam and Weezer came out right at and crew are working on the injustice of the “white 9 p.m., smashing out their another album, and they man’s war.” anthemic 1994 rocker, gave us a little preview “My Name Is Jonas.” of it Wednesday night “Big Bad Wolves” - Within seconds, fists with the brand new tune - When a little girl goes were pumping in the air “Back to the Shack.” The missing, her father joins a and heads were swaying song indicated the band renegade detective in kid- side to side as the mostly still has some catchy napping and torturing a Gen-X crowd sang along melodies left in the tank, suspected predator. This with every lyric. In his and Cuomo still has some grim import raises a few geeky cardigan sweater, nasty guitar hooks to go intriguing questions, then Harvard graduate and along with them. chooses to focus on gut- Weezer frontman Rivers wrenching gore instead. Cuomo ripped through Once the alleged villain is tied up, it’s a long ride through Squirm Country; the directors (Israeli duo Aharon Keshales and Nav- ot Papushado) never shy away from the source of a crunching noise.
“Harold’s Going Stiff” -- Harold is an older English- man who has a special case of Onset Rigors Disease. ORD causes male victims to tense up, walk stiffly and slowly transform into zombies. Harold is the subject of a handheld doc- umentary (the rigid story- telling device that won’t die) because he’s zombi- fying rather slowly, and he might help researchers find a cure. The cure has to come pretty quick, be- cause a gang of self-styled zombie hunters is closing in on dear old Harold.
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B10 THE GREER CITIZEN OUR SCHOOLS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014
ry school orchestra, under University. The Crusader the direction of Rachel Ta- Fellows Scholarship is SCHOOL clob, received an excellent awarded to students who rating. The middle school are residents of South Car- orchestra, directed by Bec- olina that qualify for the NEWS ca Grove, received a su- state’s Palmetto Fellows perior rating. Taclob also Scholarship. directed the high school Alex Barth, a home- orchestra, which entered schooled senior, has been GREENVILLE COUNTY | at the highest level of mu- awarded the Trustee Schol- sical difficulty, and were arship by North Greenville awarded a superior rating. University. GMC STUDENT HOLDS Kaylee Adams, a senior ZUMBATHON at Riverside High School, Miranda Houser, a Se- has been awarded the nior at Greer Middle Col- DISTRICT FIVE | Trustee Scholarship by lege Charter High School, North Greenville Univer- raised $1,268 for GMC’s TEACHER, SUPPORT sity. participation in Relay for EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR Mary Rebecca Komoros- Life. She collected dona- After 17 years in the ki, a senior at Eastside High tions from more than 20 classroom, few things that School, has been awarded businesses, as she held catch Rhonda Dodson off the Trustee Scholarship by two Zumbathons for her guard. But the Byrnes High North Greenville Univer- required year-long senior School teacher received sity. project. The Zumbathon quite a surprise as she was Victoria Davies, a se- was held at Fitness Shak- named 2013-14 District nior at James F. Byrnes ers and the event was the Five Teacher of the Year. High School, has been final product of her senior Superintendent Dr. Scott PHOTO | SUBMITTED awarded the Crusader Fel- project. Turner visited Dodson in lows Scholarship by North her classroom to deliver Greenville University. The GMC REPRESENTATIVES the good news. Bojangles’ Crusader Fellows Schol- SPEAK AT STATE HOUSE came long and presented Chandler Creek gives to shelter arship is awarded to stu- Greer Middle College Dodson with a “Bo Box,” dents who are residents of principal Bill Roach and and treated her class to The Chandler Creek student council collected newspaper and paper towels for the South Carolina that quali- sophomore Tyler Purcell breakfast. Greenville Humane Society. Sponsors, Lynn Pennington and Jessica Preisig, and some fy for the state’s Palmetto delivered speeches at the This is the second time student council members delivered the donations to the shelter and got to visit with the Fellows Scholarship. State House in Colum- the science teacher has animals. Lowri Gowing, a home- bia in support of public been named Teacher of schooled senior, has been school options for stu- the Year at Byrnes, but the awarded the Trustee dents. The charter school first for the District-level involved in their child’s event will be April 26 at the Scholarship for $14,000 rally included key legisla- honor. ABNER CREEK HELPS learning. BMW Zentrum. The event by North Greenville Uni- tors and state leaders as Bobby Lindsey, of the HOMELESS ANIMALS will include blackjack, rou- versity. well as roughly 1,000 par- maintenance department, The Abner Creek student RUNNIN’ REBELS READ TO lette, food, live music and Samantha Hofmann, a ents, students, teachers and Melvin Robinson, a council collected dog and YOUNGER STUDENTS much more. Prizes and senior at Greer Middle Col- and administrators. Public bus driver, coach, and ISS cat food, and other needed Byrnes High School bas- sponsors are also needed. lege Charter High School, charter schools in South instructor at Beech Springs supplies, for the Spartan- ketball players Trey Brown- has been awarded the Carolina are funded below Intermediate School, were burg Humane Society Ani- ing and Syverio Jones took PURSE DONATIONS Foothills Scholarship for traditional schools, yet named co-district sup- mal Shelter. Representa- a break from the court to BENEFIT MIDDLE TYGER $12,000 by North Green- held to equal, sometimes port employees of the tives from the Society then read to kindergarteners at Ladies, if that Coach ville University. more stringent, standards. year. Both men go above came to talk to students Abner Creek. The young- or Gucci bag is taking up Haley Black, a senior at Hosted by non-profit and beyond, often behind about pet car and thera- er students had a great space in your closet, now Blue Ridge High School, group, PublicSchoolOp- the scenes. py dogs that are taken to time and enjoyed asking is the time to donate it to a has been awarded the tions.org, South Carolina nursing homes and assist- Browning and Jones about good cause. Middle Tyger Foothills Scholarship for chapter, the rally was held WELLFORD STUDENT ed living centers. The stu- their sport. Community Center is col- $12,000 by North Green- to raise awareness of this SHAVES HEAD FOR CHARITY dents raised $608, along lecting donations of new ville University. disparity. Wellford Academy stu- with donated food and HONOR BAND HITS HIGH and gently used purses Alyssa Ashe, a senior at dent Evan Beasley has a supplies, which they pre- NOTE AT FESTIVAL and accessories for their Riverside High School, has few less hairs on his head sented to the shelter. Berry Shoals Intermedi- “Purses With Purpose” been awarded the Foothills RMS PRINCIPAL NAMED these days, but it’s all for a ate honor band two made fundraiser. Donations Scholarship for $12,000 OUTSTANDING PRINCIPAL good cause. CAREER FAIR AT FRESHMAN a big impression at the will be accepted through by North Greenville Uni- Eric Williams was named The second grade stu- ACADEMY A HUGE SUCCESS South Carolina Band Direc- April 23 and the sale will versity. the SCPTA Outstanding dent volunteered to have Hundreds of students tors Association Concert be held May 1 and 2, from Taylor Schaffer, a senior Middle School Principal of his head shaved for the St. got on the right track Festival. The bank earned 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Contact at Greer High School, has the Year at the SCPTA State Baldrick’s Foundation, an for the future with a ma- a superior rating at the Lyn Turner at lyn.turner@ been awarded the $12,000 Convention held in Green- organization that raises jor career fair at Byrnes Fort Mill event. The com- spart5.net or Lisa Hall at Foothills Scholarship by ville this past weekend. funds to fight childhood Freshman Academy this petition was tough this [email protected] for North Greenville Univer- cancer. Evan also raised week. Students from Flor- year, as judges awarded more information. sity. $345 for the Foundation. ence Chapel, D.R. Hill, and only four superior ratings Rolland Nall, a senior SPIRIT FEST EVENT the Academy all attended out of 20 bands perform- at Greer High School, has SUCCESS AT RMS TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS the event. From bank- ing. been awarded the Foothills The RMS Spirit-fest SHOW OFF SKILLS ing and finance, to health HIGHER EDUCATION | Scholarship for $12,000 Night, held on Thursday, Students from Flor- care and law enforcement, STUDENTS EXPERIENCE by North Greenville Uni- March 27, was a huge suc- ence Chapel and D.R. Hill more than 30 local and CULTURE AT CLEMSON versity. . cess. Students, Parents, Middle School put their state employers offered Reidville Elementary TAYLORS STUDENT Kaili Sever, a senior at RMS Faculty and Staff and technology skills to the students a taste of differ- and Abner Creek Acad- RECEIVES SMU AWARD Blue Ridge High School, the community came out test last weekend against ent jobs. emy third grade students Bao Ngoc Le, a resident has been awarded the to show their Riverside peers from across South put some rhythm in their of Taylors, SC received the $12,000 Foothills Scholar- Royals support by attend- Carolina. The students, learning recently, as they Award of Achievement ship by North Greenville ing the various sporting members of the Technol- RIVER RIDGE STUDENTS visited Clemson Univer- at the 24th Annual SMU University. events, tasting the variety ogy Student Association VISIT FORT SUMTER sity to see Flamenco Vivo Multicultural Academic Colby Boggs, a senior of food offerings from (TSA), competed against River Ridge fourth of New York City perform. Achievement Ceremony. at Southside Christian local restaurant vendors hundreds of others in the grade visited Fort Sumter After studying a unit on The Office of Multicultural School, has been award- and getting to know what annual state champion- in Charleston. Following Spain in Spanish class, the Student Affairs recognizes ed the $12,000 Foothills community resources are ships. In the end, Florence a brief boat ride to the students were able to see the academic achievement Scholarship by North available for our Riverside Chapel walked away with Fort, the fourth grade Spanish culture come alive of minority students who Greenville University. community. the title of South Carolina students enjoyed a pre- on stage! Prior to the trip, have achieved a cumula- Scott Seelig, a senior at Overall Middle Chapter sentation about the battle the students learned about tive grade point average Hampton Park Christian crowning them TSA State of Fort Sumter that took the different cultural influ- of 3.0 or above. To be rec- School, has been award- IMOVE SCHEDULED Champs. The D.R. Hill place during the Civil War. ences in Flamenco danc- ognized with the Award ed the $12,000 Foothills FOR MAY 5 team received third over- While in Charleston, they ing and music (Gypsies of Achievement, a student Scholarship by North The fourth Annual all chapter, making them visited the S.C. Aquarium of India, Arabic people of must have a grade point Greenville University. iMOVE 5K Run/Walk will the third best TSA team in and were able to see and Africa, and Spanish from average of 3.5-3.749. Courtney Duttlinger, a be May 3, 2014. Check in the state. in some cases - touch - Europe) as well as instru- senior at Blue Ridge High will be at 8 a.m., pre-race some of the wildlife native ments used, las palmas FURMAN MOCK TRIAL WINS School, has been awarded warm up at 8:30 a.m. and DISTRICT FIVE TEACHERS to South Carolina. It was (hand-clapping), singing BID TO NATIONAL S the Foothills Scholarship the start of the race/walk SELECTED FOR INSTITUTE a great hands-on learning of folk music, and acces- The Furman University for $12,000 by North at 9 a.m. 100 percent of the Nearly a dozen District experience sories like fans, shawls, Mock Trial program has Greenville University. proceeds will be donated Five teachers will soon be and ruffled dresses for the won its 18th consecutive Jonathan Andrews, a to Let There Be Mom and taking their science skills BYRNES STUDENTS female dancers. bid to the National Cham- senior at Blue Ridge High Palmetto Animal Assisted to new heights at the Roper SELECTED FOR HONORS pionship Finals to be held School, has been award- Life Services (PAALS). For Mountain Science Center. More than two dozen By- FLORENCE CHAPEL PROJECT in April in Orlando. ed the $12,000 Foothills more information, please The teachers have been se- rnes High School students GOES TO THE DOGS Furman earned the bid Scholarship by North visit the RMS website. lected to participate in the received special recogni- Florence Chapel Middle with a perfect score of 8-0 Greenville University. Center’s “Science P.L.U.S. tion this week, as they were student government asso- at the Ney National Mock Joseph Hyatt, a senior at Institute” this summer. inducted into the French ciation members definitely Trial Tournament held on Riverside High School, has LANGSTON SIXTH GRADE Those selected are: and Spanish National have a heart for man’s best campus March 21-23. In been awarded the $12,000 MEET AND GREET Katie McDade (Abner Honor Societies. Inductees friend. In their service- February, 630 teams na- Foothills Scholarship by All rising Langston sixth Creek Academy), Tisha were awarded certificates learning project this year, tionwide entered regional North Greenville Univer- graders are invited to a Cullison (Beech Springs In- and seniors received their students collected needed competitions at 25 sites. sity. meet and greet dinner termediate), Ashley Barnes honor cords. items for the Spartanburg The top seven or eight Caroline Newkirk, a se- from 5-7 p.m. April 28 at (Beech Springs Intermedi- Spanish Inductees: Humane Society. In addi- teams from those tourna- nior at Blue Ridge High Stevi B’s Pizza on Woodruff ate), Nicole Gilbert (Beech Sarah Cobb and Harry tion to things like news- ments advanced to one of School, has been awarded Road. Rising sixth graders Springs Intermediate), Vir- Stathakis (Sophomores) papers and paper towel eight super-regional con- the Foothills Scholarship will have an opportunity ginia Pickren (Berry Shoals Molly Boyle, Ashley Cox, rolls, the students worked tests, one of which was for $12,000 by North to meet other students, in Intermediate), Karen Cum- Navprett Kaur, Cailyn to bring in donations for the Furman-hosted Ney Greenville University. addition to teachers and mings (Lyman Elemen- Brooke Lee, Torry Shep- the animals. They raised National. Of the 24 teams John Bell, a home- staff. Langston T-shirts, tary), Stephanie Stancil pard, Shaylyn Simmons, more than $300 in dona- assigned to the Ney Na- schooled senior, has been hoodies, water bottles and (Lyman Elementary), Sha- and Jake Turner (Juniors) tions, including cash and tional, only six advanced awarded the Foothills magnets will be for sale at nita Wallace (Reidville El- Alana Battistini, Sydney a good supply of Pedigree to the championship fi- Scholarship for $12,000 the event. ementary), Tonya Williams Brandon, Hannah Cox, dog food. nals. by North Greenville Uni- (Reidville Elementary), and Lauren Duggar, Carly hall, The victory follows a versity. IT’S PEANUT BUTTER JELLY Susie Whitson (Wellford Drew Hambel, Katherine RELAY NIGHT PAYS TRIBUTE long string of successes TIME AT LANGSTON Academy). Additionally, Johnson, Khayla Odom, TO CANCER SURVIVORS this academic year for Fur- SCAEYC NAMES Langston eighth grader John Ratteree (Byrnes High Joshua Pettit, Alexis Robin- Abner Creek Academy man Mock Trial. BURTON PRESIDENT Jake Weber is collecting School) was chosen for the son, Dayanari Umana, Man- held its first Relay Night The teams are coached Meredith Burton, direc- peanut butter and jelly Institute’s “ASM Founda- dy Vongiraksa, and Mar- last week, to honor cancer by Furman alums D. Brad tor of the Furman Univer- for the Saint Vincent de tion Teacher Camp.” lene Valderrama (Seniors) survivors and caregivers Rustin (2003), Mark Fes- sity Child Development Paul Food Pantry at Saint French inductees: in the school community. sler (2005), Mitchell Gold- Center, has been elected Mary Magdalene Catholic D5 SCHOOLS PARTICIPATE Jesus Barreto and Thom- Families were given infor- smith (2006), Sam Tooker president of the South Church. Donations will IN JUMP ROPE FOR HEART as Kenneally (Juniors) mation about how their (2006), and Lindsay Builder Carolina Association for be accepted until April 11 District Five schools Carson Duthu and Brittney donations to Relay help (2007). Also coaching are the Education of Young and may be dropped off recently held its annual Tate (Seniors). those battling the disease. Thomas Azar, John Bate- Children (SCAEYC). in the bins located in the “Jump Rope For Heart” Students on the school’s man, and Angie Littlejohn, The mission of SCAEYC school lobby. events. River Ridge El- PTO NIGHT FULL FUN AT Relay Team also shared in- University Legal Advisor. is “to collaborate with ementary students raised REIDVILLE ELEMENTARY formation on the fundrais- For more information, stakeholders to support BJA ORCHESTRAS COMPETE $4,077. Peyton Bailey, The meeting started ers at Abner Creek. contact the Furman Uni- all children from birth to IN SCMEA COMPETITION Alexus Wannarat and Vale- in song, as third and versity News and Informa- age eight and their fami- All three Bob Jones ria Esteves collected the fourth grade classes en- ROLLIN ON THE RIVER tion Office at 294-3107. lies by creating awareness Academy (BJA) Orchestras most donations. Students tertained the crowd with SET FOR APRIL 26 of the importance of the recently competed and re- at Berry Shoals Intermedi- their recorders. The stu- It’s time to get ready NGU AWARDS early childhood years and ceived excellent or supe- ate School also got in the dents played “Hot Cross to go “Rollin’ on the SCHOLARSHIPS advocating for the needs, rior ratings in the South jumping spirit by partici- Buns” and “Merrily We River” Tickets are $50 Alexander Blue Poteat, a rights, education and well- Carolina Music Educators pating in the fundraiser Roll Along” to get things and are now on sale for senior at Greer Middle Col- being of young children in Association (SCMEA) Re- and the jump rope event. started off on the right the fifth annual Riverboat lege Charter High School, South Carolina.” gion Orchestra Festival The school raised $4,600. note. Afterwards, each Fun and Games Night to has been awarded the She will serve a two-year held at North Greenville Top earners were Adam grade held a special writ- benefit Middle Tyger Com- Crusader Fellows Scholar- term as president. University. The elementa- Meyer and Alex Moreno. ing night, to get parents munity Center. This year’s ship by North Greenville WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2014 FUN AND GAMES THE GREER CITIZEN B11 She feels at sea even back on land
DEAR DR. ROACH: My TO YOUR tive, your doctor will have family and I took a seven- you collect all the urine day cruise more than six GOOD HEALTH you make in 24 hours to weeks ago. I still am feel- see how much protein ing like I am on the ship -- there is. all day, it feels as though I KEITH am walking on a swinging *** bridge. I did not even no- ROACH, M.D. tice the movement while DEAR DR. ROACH: I’m on the ship, nor did I get but 18 percent still have wondering about the com- sick. I did not take any symptoms even a year mercials regarding eat- motion-sickness medicine later. An expert in balance ing ice cream. The way while on the cruise. No problems, often an ENT they sound, it’s OK to eat one else in my family is doctor, would be most it without fear of fat. I’m having this problem. I am likely to be familiar with a male in his 70s, in fine a 50-year-old female. this condition. health, and I am wonder- Is there any treatment The booklet on vertigo ing if eating it is fine, but for this? What kind of doc- explains dizziness in de- just once in a while. Thank tor would I see? How long tail and outlines its treat- you. -- A.A. would you expect this to ment. Readers can order a last? --T.S. copy by writing: Dr. Roach ANSWER: Ice cream has -- No. 801W, Box 536475, more saturated fat and ANSWER: You have the Orlando, FL 32853-6475. sugar than is good for classic symptoms of dis- Enclose a check or money you. People who want to embarkment syndrome, order (no cash) for $4.75 be super-healthy don’t eat also called mal de de- U.S./$6 Canada with the ice cream at all. However, I barquement. Whereas recipient’s printed name am a believer that it’s OK most people getting off a and address. Please allow to indulge yourself once in boat or ship will have the four weeks for delivery. a while in something that sensation of moving for a might not be the healthi- few hours, in people with *** est for you. Just make this syndrome, the symp- sure it’s something closer toms may continue for DEAR DR. ROACH: I to once a month than it is months or even years. It look down in the toilet to once a day. seems to be more likely in and see that my urine is women, and may have an white and foamy. What is *** association with migraine this, what causes it, and is headache. Interestingly, there anything I can do? - Dr. Roach regrets that going back on a boat can - A.V.R. he is unable to answer in- make it better in the short dividual letters, but he will term, but worse later. ANSWER: Foamy urine incorporate them in his One treatment is clon- raises concern of excess column whenever possible. azepam, which provides protein. High amounts of Readers may write him or some short-term relief. protein in the urine could request an order form of Standard treatments for result from nephrotic syn- available health newslet- vertigo usually do not drome, an indication of a ters at P.O. Box 536475, help. Fortunately, most serious kidney condition. Orlando, FL 32853-6475. cases do get better after Any doctor can do a urine some weeks or months, test for protein; if it’s posi- (c) 2014 North America Synd., Inc.
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BY DANA BLOCK had a callous proposition for Dante. Ric planned to THE BOLD AND go after the woman he truly THE BEAUTIFUL desired. Spencer told Nick Ridge assured Katie that about the conversation he he and Brooke could work overheard regarding Son- together without it becom- ny. Meanwhile, Sonny con- ing something more. Aly fronted Luke. Alexis and told Oliver that he was her Julian discussed the state first kiss. Bill barged into of their relationship. Wait Brooke’s bedroom and to See: Ava tries to stop seduced her. In a heated Carlos from confessing. moment, Liam kissed Hope and later asked her THE YOUNG AND if there was something go- THE RESTLESS ing on between her and Casey Moss stars as ‘JJ’ on Billy asked Jack if he Wyatt. Hope was moved by ‘Days of Our Lives’ could work for him again. Bill’s love for her mother. Victor received a call from Quinn asked Bill for a fa- his private investigator vor in return for keeping forced to suspend Daniel with some new informa- their tryst a secret. Aly from practicing medicine. tion on Adam. Abby sus- continued talking to her Sami blasted Gabi for ly- pected that Jack was pre- deceased mother about ing to her about Nick. Abe tending to be interested her new crush, Oliver. comforted Maxine. Lucas in Kelly in order to keep Brooke confided in Rick and Sheryl embarked on her away from Billy. Dylan THE SPATS by Je Pickering | that she was back together a new relationship, which encouraged Avery to fol- with Bill. Liam found out was in danger of being ru- low her dreams and do Hope’s secret. Wait to See: ined by Kate. Wait to See: the cooking show. Kevin Katie confronts Eric. JJ and Paige kiss. told Chloe to pull herself together. Kelly and Sum- DAYS OF OUR LIVES GENERAL HOSPITAL mer bonded while working Liam set up Daniel in a Carly believed that Ava together. Devon told Lily major scandal at the hos- was hiding something else. that she better get along pital. Sheryl threatened Dante and Lulu’s shared with Hilary or else. Victo- to expose Kate. Rafe tried a renewed hope. Nikolas ria and Billy were officially to get Jordan to open up offered Elizabeth his full separated. Jill admitted to about her past. Concerns support. Ric set the record Colin that she loved him. about Gabi arose during straight with Sonny. Silas Neil apologized to Leslie Will and Sonny’s vaca- and Sam finally solved for leading her to believe tion. Eric gave Nicole some Nina’s case, breathing a that he and Hilary were an RFD by Mike Marland | thrilling news about their sigh of relief. Obrecht was item. Jack assured Sum- future. Aiden was grateful confronted by someone mer that he was waiting to Hope for rescuing his from her past. Nathan and for Phyllis to recover. Wait son from a scary situation. Britt bonded over shared to See: Rick and Caroline JJ and Paige grew closer, experiences. Nikolas was Forrester arrive in town which made Bev very un- confused when Elizabeth for the fashion show. happy. Nicole grew suspi- asked him how he really cious of Liam. Kayla was felt about Britt. Obrecht (c) 2014 King Features Synd., Inc.
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