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cussed possible federal flood relief homes from flood zones. on June 28 at Patriot Hall, 135 Hayn- Upgrades at water plant funding for homeowners whose prop- If eligible, the houses would be pur- sworth St. erty was damaged during the 1,000- chased for 75 percent of the pre-flood The discussion of flood money allo- also on Tuesday’s agenda year flood in October 2015. fair market value, he said. The homes cation continued as Mayor Joe City Attorney Eric Shytle said the would most likely be demolished, and McElveen expressed his concern BY ADRIENNE SARVIS city selected about 60 damaged homes the property turned into a green space about the amount of funding he hopes [email protected] in floodplains throughout Sumter that to prevent other structures from being Sumter will receive from the state. After approving final reading of the may be eligible for the Federal Emer- built in the floodplain, he said. He said the city of Columbia and city's 2017 budget of $62.58 million on gency Management Agency Hazard Shytle said a meeting will be held Tuesday, Sumter City Council dis- Mitigation Grant Program to remove for the homeowners from 6 to 8 p.m. SEE BUDGET, PAGE A3 Still looking for help with flood damage?

KEITH GEDAMKE / THE SUMTER ITEM Not all homeowners have been able to recover from October’s floods. Work continues at many homes such as the one above. Residents can learn about disaster recovery grants at town hall meeting

BY JIM HILLEY Carolina affected by the Octo- [email protected] ber 2015 floods. “We will be evaluating what The South Carolina Disas- the needs are in the Sumter ter Recovery Office will hold area,” said Beth Parks, public a town hall meeting from 6 to information director for 8 p.m. Tuesday, June 28, at SCDRO. Patriot Hall, 135 Haynsworth Parks said the Sumter town St. hall will be the first of several State officials have recently in areas heavily damaged dur- been notified of $96 million in ing by the floods. SUMTER ITEM FILE PHOTO federal disaster grants which “There are many vulnerable SUMTER ITEM FILE PHOTO Complete neighborhoods were flooded as more will be available to qualifying October’s flooding has had a lingering effect on the than 20 inches of rain fell in a three-day period. residents in parts of South SEE MEETING, PAGE A3 area’s real estate market. Dingle pleads guilty to attempted murder HYPE camp promotes literacy FROM STAFF REPORTS The footage circulated widely in the community and eventually reached BY KONSTANTIN VENGEROWSKY of the center. Domonique Dingle, a 19 year-old national news, The Sumter Item re- [email protected] About 120 children in kindergar- Sumter man, pleaded guilty to at- ported on June 6, 2014. ten through eighth grade are par- tempted murder Monday. Dingle turned himself in M. H. Newton Family Life En- ticipating in the summer camp. A representative from the Solicitor’s less than two days after richment Center is hosting a camp Five days a week, Sumter School Office said that Assistant Solicitor the videos were made pub- focused on improving children's lit- District teachers come to the camp Scott Matthews agreed to a six-year lic. The Sumter Item re- eracy while providing them with for several hours to work on chil- sentence for his guilty plea to the ported on June 7 that he recreational activities. dren's literacy. charges. posted bail after his bond The camp, called Helping Youth "The goal is to significantly im- In June 2014, Dingle was caught on a DINGLE hearing in which a judge Pursue Excellence or HYPE, is an prove a child's reading levels dur- home security camera firing a hand- set a $105,000 bond and re- extension of an after-school pro- ing the summer," Gadson said. gun at an SUV driving through a south quired that Dingle wear a GPS track- gram that focuses on study time, Kim Milledge, a third-grade Sumter neighborhood. Sumter Police ing device. character development and team teacher at Lemira Elementary Department then issued a warrant for A jury conviction for attempted mur- building while offering academic School, has been involved with the his arrest and released video footage of der would have required a 15- to 30-year enrichment and homework assis- the incident. prison term, according to state law. tance, said Barney Gadson, director SEE HYPE, PAGE A3

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Member of the motorcycle Sumter Community Development event to educate the public about Clyburn said this opportunity could club Brotherhood of Lazarus Corporation will host a housing and home ownership. be very helpful to people whose homes will host a fundraising event job fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat- The event has since grown to also were damaged during the October for its president, Mike Rogers, urday at South Sumter Resource Cen- include a job fair. 2015 flood. who recently suffered from ter, 337 Manning Ave., in observance Clyburn said visitors will receive in- Other entities that will be represent- medical complications after of Homeownership Month, recognized formation about services and resourc- ed at the event are Morris College, congestive heart failure. The during the month of June. es from many different housing, in- University of South Carolina Sumter, fundraiser will be used to help Gwen Clyburn, Sumter Community surance, lending, health and work- Central Carolina Technical College, offset his medical bills. Development Corporation housing co- force agencies including S.C. State Santee-Wateree Regional Transporta- The event will be Saturday ordinator, said home ownership Housing, Finance and Development tion Authority and local law enforce- beginning at 4 p.m. at Brewers should be encouraged because it is Authority, U.S. Department of Hous- ment agencies. Bar & Grill, 160 E. Wesmark part of the American dream and can ing and Urban Development and U.S. For the job fair portion of the event, Blvd. It includes a 50/50 raffle have a positive effect on the family. Department of Agriculture Rural De- representatives from S.C. Works and painted mailbox raffles and DJ She said owning a home can also velopment. S.C. Experience Works, which helps entertainment from Southern provide financial stability and can im- She said the objective is to bring to- seniors find employment training, will Stylez Entertainment. Orga- prove the homeowner’s credit. gether as many agencies as possible to be present. nizers request a $5 donation at The home ownership event started provide information about programs For more information, contact Gwen the door. For more informa- about 20 years when Community De- and resources to the public. Clyburn at (803) 436-2276. tion, contact Trey Anglin at [email protected] or call Southern Stylez Enter- tainment at (803) 418-9300. Expired tag leads to Theatre presents compelling drama ‘Red’ man’s drug arrest Sumter County Sheriff’s Of- BY IVY MOORE fice arrested a 52-year-old [email protected] Sumter man for possession of drugs Sunday evening after a umter Little The- routine check on an expired li- atre presents the cense plate, the sheriff’s office two-character play reported Monday. S “Red” Friday While on patrol about 9 p.m. through Sunday. Based on a Sunday, a deputy noticed a period in the life of painter pickup truck traveling along Mark Rothko, “Red” is set Nettles Road with an expired in Rothko’s studio, where he license plate. is working on a series of When the deputy stopped murals commissioned for the vehicle on Starks Ferry the Seagram Building in Road, the driver, Daniel Dale New York. Browder, 52, 7 Edgewater Executive Director Eric Drive, provided a valid South Bultman plays Rothko with Carolina driver’s license but Storm Smith as his newly could not provide the vehicle hired assistant Ken. Bult- registration nor insurance in- man is directing. formation. A K-9 unit arrived The play begins in 1958 on the scene and indicated when Rothko is 54 and there were drugs inside the ve- working on the biggest com- hicle. mission in the history of A search revealed a camou- modern art — the murals flaged tackle bag containing for the Four Seasons restau- two clear bags that each had a rant in the Seagram Build- white rock substance inside, ing. two glass pipes, three black In Logan’s play, Rothko PHOTOS PROVIDED scales and coins. describes the paintings: Eric Bultman plays the artist Mark Rothko in John Logan’s drama “Red.” Rothko begins to examine his Deputies placed Browder “My first murals — Imagine own life as he contemplates the changes in artistic movements through the decades. The five-scene, under arrest and discovered a frieze all around the one-act play can be seen Friday through Sunday at Sumter Little Theatre. $1,554 in U.S. currency on him. room, a continuous narra- Deputies also seized his cell- tive, filling the walls, one to moves its rehearsals into phone. The drugs, drug para- another, each a new chap- the theater soon. phernalia and currency were ter, the story unfolding, “The first person I called all placed into evidence. look and they are there, in- when I started working on Browder, who is charged escapable and inexorable, this play was Booth Chilcutt with trafficking in metham- like doom.” (former director of the phetamine, 10 grams or more, The play is told in five Sumter County Cultural is being held in the Sumter- scenes, Bultman said, fol- Commission and Sumter Lee Regional Detention Center lowing Rothko and Ken as Little Theatre actor, set de- awaiting a bond hearing. they create the murals dur- signer and builder),” Bult- ing two years and discuss man said. “His insight has art, life and death. been extremely helpful. CLARIFICATION Rothko, now an estab- “I hope people will enjoy lished artist and quite an the story. We find the story Main Street will close be- intellectual, has seen artis- very compelling.” tween Hampton Avenue and tic movements in the 20th Mike Bacon is sound and Liberty Street between the century grow and fade in light technician, and Sean hours of 4 and 5 p.m. and will popularity. McAlister is stage manager. remain closed for the duration “It is an extremely chal- “Red” is recommended for of the 4th Fridays Downtown lenging play for the ... ac- confront his own declining Rothko’s assistants, most adults and mature youths. concert with Too Much Sylvia. tors,” Bultman said. popularity as well as his likely an art student.” Sumter Little Theatre, 14 The block will remain closed Among the artists Rothko own mortality,” Bultman He said the play is dia- Mood Ave., presents John until about 10 p.m. or until the has seen wax and wane in said. logue heavy, offering a lot to Logan’s “Red,” winner of street and green space across prominence before his own While their characters think about. the 2010 Tony Award, at 8 from the Sumter Opera House rise are Picasso and Dali, and the play are quite chal- “It’s a risky play,” Bult- p.m. Friday and Saturday are cleaned out, according to and his contemporaries Pol- lenging, both Bultman and man said, explaining why and 3 p.m. Sunday, June 24- Downtown Sumter staff. lock and de Kooning. Smith said they have en- there are only three perfor- 26. The concert is free, family Now there’s a new wave joyed researching the art- mances being offered. Assigned seating tickets friendly and open to the public. of pop art that includes Jas- ists, “especially Rothko. “We’re ‘squeezing it in’ are $15 and can be pur- per Johns, Andy Warhol, What an interesting man,” between the last show of chased through SLT’s web- If you see a statement in error, Robert Rauschenberg and Bultman said. the 2015-16 season and the site, www.sumterlittlethe- contact the City Desk at 774-1226 or Roy Lichtenstein. Smith described Ken as first of the new season, atre.com, or by calling (803) [email protected]. Rothko “is now forced to “an amalgam of several of ‘Driving Miss Daisy,’ which 775-2150.

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about $83,000; a Caterpillar generator for BUDGET FROM PAGE A1 about $100,700; and a conversion to a new wire system for about $20,700. Richland and Lexington counties have been Later, council held a public hearing about allocated more funding than the percentage the city’s request to rezone the majority of of damage the areas received during the a 3.26-acre block between South Main flood. Street, East Bartlette Street, East Oakland He said about $160 million has been set Avenue and South Harvin Street from gen- aside to be allocated to the neediest areas in eral commercial and light industrial-ware- the state and about $60 million has been al- house to central business district. located to the three areas previously men- The city plans to redevelop the block once tioned. the land is rezoned and move its water de- McElveen said Sumter sustained about 15 partment at the corner of South Harvin percent of the total damage in the state dur- and Bartlette streets. ing the flood and hopes that Sumter, the Council also held a public hearing re- eighth largest city in the state, does not re- garding Sumter Police Department receiv- ceive less that its percentage of the funding. ing a Justice Assistance Grant from the U.S. Also, city council approved first reading of Department of Justice to improve evidence a resolution authorizing the emergency pro- storage. curement for electrical upgrades and repairs No one spoke during the public hearings. at Water Plant No. 1 for a total of $204,400. In other news, council approved: Assistant City Manager of Public Servic- • Final reading of an ordinance to amend es Al Harris said the water plant was built the city’s 2016 budget to account for unfore- in the 1960s and needs an upgrade for its seen expenses regarding the 2015 flood; and obsolete electrical system. • A resolution to allow alcohol to be sold He said the project is divided into three downtown during a bluegrass and barbecue components: switch gear replacements for event in July.

KONSTANTIN VENGEROWSKY / THE SUMTER ITEM\ Tamia Woods, 8, left, and Christine Ackerman, 8, participants of the Highway 15 Helping Youth Pursue Excellence camp at M. H. Newton Family Life near Pocalla Enrichment Center, make a model of a flashlight as part of a Science, Springs is seen Technology Engineering and Math activity on Monday. during the October flooding. FROM PAGE A1 HYPE SUMTER ITEM FILE PHOTO HYPE program and camp for from a remote-controlled car about nine years. to a smart-home device. Milledge said students are Campers also take one field assigned reading material trip per week. fix unnecessary items such such as books or articles. Former participants of the MEETING FROM PAGE A1 as parquet floors. They are then tested on what summer camp come back as “That does not mean it they've read via an app, that counselors, Gadson said. people there, many who live Later town halls will be will go back to its original could work on a smart phone, Carrington Wilson, 18, a re- in rural areas,” she said. held in Kingstree, George- condition,” Parks said. iPad or computer, she said. cent graduate of Crestwood “We will explain what we town, Charleston and Flor- The grants could be used "We work with them on High School, attended the can and can’t do and get ev- ence, she said. to replace mobile homes, reading strategies and what camp since he was 7 years old erybody's feedback.” Agency personnel will she said, if they are dam- we can do to improve those and now serves as a counselor. Parks said the state ap- also be taking input to help aged beyond repair. strategies," she said. "Mr. Gadson always told us plied for the money in Octo- finalize an action plan to be The agency will prioritize Children also participate in knowledge is power and that ber 2015 and received word submitted to the federal grants with people who a Bible study each day and re- reading is the key to success," in May the money would be government on how the have dependents who are 5 ceive plenty of recreation time Wilson said. "I feel that I real- available. grants distribution will be years old and younger or se- from sports activities to video ly learned that here." “We can't serve everybody handled by the SCDRO and niors older than 65, she games. Wilson said being in the but we will serve as many other agencies. said, as well as people with This week, children also camp inspired him to work as we can,” Parks said. Parks said the first thing extremely low incomes and have the opportunity to work with children. He is planning to She said Disaster Recovery people seeking a grant need middle-to-low incomes. on Science, Technology, Engi- attend Claflin University and Coordinator Kevin Schwedo to do is determine if they “All of those factors are neering and Math activities major in music education. will be at the meeting as well will be eligible. going to play a part,” Parks through Clemson University's The camp runs from 8 a.m. as virtually all of the staff at Applicants must be U.S. said. 4-H Youth Development State to 4 p.m. Monday through Fri- SCDRO. Agency personnel citizens who lived in an "Our focus will be people 4-H Office. day and will continue through will be available to work one area that was declared a di- who have fallen through On Monday, children were Aug. 5. on one with disaster victims, saster area and can docu- through the cracks," she creating makeshift flashlights, Gadson said the camp is full including Spanish speakers, ment damage from the said. "Maybe they are elderly through a program called "Lit- for the summer. she said. floods, she said. or disabled and haven't re- tlebits," a platform of elec- For more information, call “There is a lot of informa- The grants will primarily ceived the help they need." tronic building blocks that can (803) 934-9527, or visit www. tion the resident will have be used to restore homes to For more information, be used to build everything mhnlifecenter.com. to get together,” Parks said. livable condition but not to email [email protected]. No Dealers Please!

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Maryland tries once more to get ing that Goodson intended to kill Gray. He accused Goodson of making one of conviction in Freddie Gray case the stops out of concern that he'd gone too far in inflicting injuries. BALTIMORE (AP) — Baltimore's top "The fact that he stopped shows prosecutor stood at the top of a sweep- there was a consequence greater than ing staircase last spring and declared he anticipated, and he had to figure that six police officers would be held out what to do," the prosecutor said. accountable for the broken neck of a The judge countered that the stop 25-year-old black man whose death in could be seen as concern for Gray's custody set the city on fire. well-being. State's Attorney Marilyn Mosby was Goodson, considered by Mosby to be unequivocal that day: Freddie Gray, the officer most responsible for Gray's she said, "suffered a severe and criti- death, also is accused of manslaughter, cal neck injury as a result of being assault, reckless endangerment and handcuffed, shackled by his feet and misconduct in office. unrestrained inside of the BPD The police officers who caught up wagon." with Gray outside a public housing A year and three trials later, the complex in West Baltimore on April state has yet to secure a conviction. 12, 2015, initially handcuffed him be- One officer was acquitted; another's hind his back and sat him down on trial ended in a hung jury; and in clos- the wagon's bench but didn't buckle ing arguments Monday, prosecutors all him in. but abandoned their central theory — THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Goodson drove two blocks, then that Officer Caesar Goodson intended Demonstrators protest outside of the courthouse during the trial of Officer Caesar stopped so that officers could shackle to give Gray a "rough ride" after he Goodson Jr., one of six Baltimore city police officers charged in connection to the death Gray's legs as well after they said he tried to run from police. of Freddie Gray, during the third day of his trial on June 13 in Baltimore, Maryland. was acting up inside. This time they Goodson, who is also black, declined Goodson, the wagon driver, is facing second-degree murder, manslaughter and other slid him onto the floor, head-first and to speak with investigators and did not charges stemming from the death of Gray. on his belly. take the stand. A camera that might The van stopped three more times have shown the fatal injury inside the or buckle Gray into a seat belt — that necessary homicide of a young man before Gray arrived unconscious at the van was broken and lacked the capaci- shows his intent to do him harm. who was killed by the inaction of Cae- police station — twice to check on his ty to record images anyway. "Officer Goodson never calls a sar Goodson," he declared. condition, then a final detour to pick No security videos along Gray's medic; he never takes Freddie Gray to The judge asked Schatzow to explain up another arrestee. 45-minute odyssey to the nearby police a hospital," she said. "He breached his the state's rough ride theory. Prosecutors say Gray suffered his station captured any sudden stops or duty, and because of that breach, Fred- "Are you aware there has to be in- spinal injury somewhere between the movements that would have clearly die Gray's life was shortened." tent?" Williams asked. "The state second and fourth stops when he got slammed an unbuckled prisoner Defense attorney Matthew Fraling brought it into the world. You're the up from the floor and, unable to steady against the van's metal benches and sought to exploit the discrepancy, com- one who said it. What did you show to himself, suffered blunt force trauma walls. No witnesses testified to this, ei- paring the state's case to a game of prove it?” that medical experts have likened to a ther. "Three Card Monty." Schatzow repeated that the lack of a diving injury. "There was no good reason for the of- "The state came into this matter on seatbelt proves Goodson "intended for But Goodson's attorneys said Gray ficer to repeatedly fail to seat belt Mr. the proverbial high horse of a 'rough there to be consequences." wasn't showing any signs of injury Gray except to bounce him around," ride,'" he said. "They have failed to The judge alone will decide Good- until the very end. Officer William Chief Deputy State's Attorney Michael cobble together any type of case with son's fate, by Thursday he said, after Porter, who faces a retrial in Septem- Schatzow said as the trial began. reasonable inferences, let alone evi- the officer declined a jury trial. And he ber, said he and Goodson saw Gray's But in closing, prosecutor Jan Bled- dence." seemed skeptical that he had seen the requests for medical help as only a soe didn't mention a "rough ride," and In rebuttal, Schatzow said, "this is intent necessary to support a murder ploy to avoid jail. instead told the judge it was Goodson's not a card game." conviction. Goodson's trial exposed deep mis- inaction — his failure to call for help Gray's death was "a completely un- Even Schatzow pulled back on alleg- trust between prosecutors and police. We Are Growing! EMPLOYEE DRUG SCREENING? We do that! Join us in welcoming Lisa Cooney, Realtor, Convenient s Timely s Reliable with over 15 years in Real Estate! C!,, 534/$!9 We are excited to (803) 773-5227 ext:1 welcome her to the Russell & Jeff coatTeam!

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The Supreme Court is seen in U.S.-led coalition Washington on Monday as the court announced several decisions including one that says only a third bolstered police powers. Read more at theitem.com. of Fallujah has THE ASSOCIATED PRESS been cleared of IS BAGHDAD (AP) — Only a ground say their forces contin- third of Fallujah has been ue to make progress and have “cleared” of Islamic State mili- killed hundreds of militants. tants, the U.S.-led coalition said Iraqi special forces backed Supreme Court rules for police in search case Tuesday, days after the Iraqi by U.S.-led airstrikes have government declared victory taken control of the neighbor- WASHINGTON (AP) — A searched him, finding that officer’s actions were not a in the city west of Baghdad, hoods of al-Shurta and al- divided Supreme Court bol- he was carrying metham- flagrant violation of the which was held by the extrem- Jughaifi, al-Obeidi told the AP stered police powers on phetamine. law. “While Officer Fack- ists for more than two years. on Tuesday. He said Iraqi mili- Monday, ruling that evi- The case raised the ques- rell’s decision to initiate the Other parts of the city are tary engineers were clearing dence of a crime in some tion of whether the valid stop was mistaken, his con- “contested,” said U.S. Army the streets and buildings of cases may be used against a warrant outweighs the duct thereafter was lawful,” Col. Christopher Garver, the left-over bombs. defendant even if the police stop, which was illegal be- Thomas wrote. Baghdad-based spokesman for The top special forces com- did something wrong or il- cause Fackrell lacked any But Justice Sonia Soto- the coalition, with clashes un- mander for the Fallujah opera- legal in obtaining it. reasonable suspicion that mayor said in dissent that derway between Iraqi forces tion told local al-Sumaria TV The 5-3 decision drew Strieff had been violating the decision is a blow to and IS fighters. Most of the late Monday that the offensive heated dissents from liberal the law. It was the court’s constitutional rights. cleared terrain is in the south killed 2,500 IS fighters. Lt. Gen. justices who warned that latest case that questions “The court today holds of the city and “clearing opera- Abdul-Wahab al-Saadi offered the outcome would encour- whether evidence should be that the discovery of a war- tions continue outward from no evidence to back up his age police to violate peo- thrown out of court be- rant for an unpaid parking the city center,” Garver added. claim. Iraqi troops have not ple’s rights. cause the police did some- ticket will forgive a police Iraqi forces pushed into the disclosed their losses in Fallu- The ruling comes in a thing wrong or illegal that officer’s violation of your center of Fallujah on Friday, jah, though the Islamic State case in which a police de- led to the discovery of the Fourth Amendment retaking a government com- group claims to have killed tective illegally stopped de- evidence. rights,” Sotomayor wrote, plex and the central hospital. dozens. fendant Joseph Edward Justice Clarence Thomas joined by Justice Ruth That evening Brig. Gen. Haider The operation has fueled an Strieff on the streets of said for the court that the Bader Ginsburg. al-Obedi, with Iraq’s special exodus of thousands of fami- South Salt Lake City, forces, told The Associated lies, overwhelming camps for Utah. 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COMMENTARY The purification of America continues n 2008, Barack Obama promised a fundamen- ‘There is precedent tal transformation of for banning and I America. Where that promise has gone unful- filled the most is in areas of revision in the arts sexual and racial discrimi- nation. and literature. Some What’s worse is the schools have removed official sanc- tion given to the offensive words such dis- crimination. Let’s look at from ‘Adventures of some of it. Walter Visit just Huckleberry Finn,’’ Williams about any California and some have men’s prison and you will see that one’s banned the book race determines whom he cells with, the toilet and outright.’ shower he uses and what S.C. and Emanuel at 1 year later: recreation areas he enjoys. black voters, “How many Then there is sexual dis- bubbles are in a bar of crimination. Female correc- soap?’’ and ‘’How many Is this the end of the beginning? tional officers earn the seeds are in a watermelon?’’ same pay as their male White voters were exempt counterparts. from that test — presum- n the early days of COMMENTARY South Carolina, beyond the However, when it comes to ably because they knew the World War II, the Brit- larger question of guns in extracting a dangerous in- answers. ish, standing nearly weeks after the flag came society, many have nar- mate from his cell, it is al- I’m wondering why men I alone, suffered a num- down, I happened to travel rowed their focus to the ways a five- or six-male offi- do not bring sexual discrim- ber of huge defeats. And almost a thousand miles “Charleston loophole” — cer team that risks bodily ination lawsuits when they then, in November 1942, throughout the flaw in the current pro- injury. How fair is that? face different treatment they won a major victory rural cess of background checks Why not have both male and based upon sex. defeating Gen. Rommel’s South Car- that allowed Dylann Roof female cell extraction There is one highly cele- forces in North Africa. In olina, and I to legally obtain a gun that teams? brated area of our lives reporting this victory to saw only he should not have had. Harvard University has that’s misogynistic, vicious the House of Commons, five Con- Our legislature has refused announced new rules that and cruel to women yet goes Prime Minister Winston federate to close it or even move on will punish students who completely ignored. It is Churchill said, “Now this flags — be- other common sense mea- join single-sex clubs, includ- nothing less than sadistic is not the end. It is not fore, I sures that would make us ing fraternities and sorori- voyeurism. even the beginning of the Phil would have all safer. ties. Part of that punish- You might ask, ‘’Williams, end. But it is, perhaps, the Noble seen doz- Our partisan divide on ment will make them ineli- what is that?’’ It is the end of the beginning.” ens. this issue is big and wide, gible for college endorse- opera, and its near celebra- I thought of these words The flags at the memorial service, ment for top fellowships, tion of cruelty to women. last week as I sat in TD came down all across our every Democratic elected such as the Rhodes and Giuseppe Verdi’s ‘“Rigolet- Arena at College of state because people on official talked about guns Marshall scholarships. to’’ regales us with tales of Charleston for the memori- their own took down the — none of the Republicans As an aside, Rhodes schol- the Duke of Mantua, a licen- al service on the one year flag from the flag poles on did. The difference was arships should be banned; tious womanizer. From anniversary of the tragedy their front porches and stark. Cecil Rhodes was one of the “Aida’’ and “Carmen’’ to of the Emanuel Nine. “The store fronts. No one told And, all of this has been architects of South African “Lulu’’ and “Madama But- end of the beginning” — them to do it — we as the amplified by the shooting apartheid. terfly,’’ opera is extrava- perhaps this is where we people of this state collec- in Orlando, the largest Harvard University, like gantly cruel to its female are in South Carolina in tively decided “it’s time.” mass shooting in American most other universities, is characters. our long struggle to deal And most remarkable of history. It is clear that this two-faced when it comes to This suggests an impor- with the issues of race. all, the country followed was as much a hate crime sexual discrimination. It tant job for university music For the 346 years since our lead. Other southern as it was a terrorist attack. segregates sports teams by departments. They must ei- the first white settlers states removed the flag and No one knows where all sex. It has women’s basket- ther change operatic script from Barbados came to corporate America quickly this will lead. ball and men’s basketball, in a way that respects what is now Charleston followed suit. Though per- But somehow deep down, women’s ice hockey and women or simply ban the and brought with them haps the flag will never to- I think maybe, just maybe, men’s, a women’s swim performance of such works. their slaves — race has tally disappear, it has this could be “the end of team and a men’s swim There is precedent for pretty much been the de- largely faded from sight. the beginning.” We did team. banning and revision in the fining issue of our state Where we once hardly take down the Confederate If Harvard’s leaders were arts and literature. Some and its history. A Southern noticed them, today we are flag — and virtually no one consistent, they would also schools have removed the sage said it best, “when jarred when we see one. wants it back up. We have punish students joining a offensive words from “Ad- race is an issue, it is the The flag is no longer so- come together as a state in single-sex sports team. Each ventures of Huckleberry issue.” cially acceptable. a way that no one would sport should have one team Finn,’’ and some have This is not the place, nor In countless conversa- have imagined. As Gov. on which all students, re- banned the book outright. is there space to recount tions during the last year, Haley said at the memorial gardless of sex, are eligible While in office, former our racial history — or over coffee and lunches, service, “We are a great to compete. Memphis Mayor A. C. Whar- even all that has happened with folks black and white, state, and when we were Also, sports racism in col- ton was an energetic purifi- in South Carolina and the old and young, I found tested, we proved it.” lege has ended — except in er. He wanted to purify his nation in reaction to the near unanimity that some- Change is hard, and big men’s basketball, where no city by removing the bodies Emanuel Nine shooting. thing fundamental had change is even harder. college team’s starting five of Confederate Gen. Nathan Thus, I’ll focus on a symbol changed, something had Are we moving fast looks anything like Ameri- Bedford Forrest and his wife and what might represent ended, we had turned the enough? Will we get to ca. from a city park. “the end of the beginning.” page. where we need to be any Secretary of Defense Ash- At a news briefing, he The symbol is the Con- No one would claim that time soon? Should we be ton Carter has called for the asked, ‘’Which African- federate flag that flew South Carolina is now an satisfied with the limited elimination of the ban American wants to have a above the Statehouse oasis of racial brotherhood changes that should have against women in combat picnic in the shadow of Na- dome. At the urging of — but we have turned a happened long ago? but he is keeping other than Bedford Forrest?’’ Gov. Nikki Haley and by an page. No one is proposing The answer to all these forms of discrimination. There is a historical prec- act of the S.C. Legislature, that we put the flag back questions is surely a re- Passing the Army’s physi- edent for the purification of it came down 23 days after up. It’s gone forever. sounding no. cal fitness test in basic America. the shooting and 54 years At the Charleston memo- But, positive change is training is a requirement. Back in the Roman days, after it went up to cele- rial service and in the happening. To pass, 17- to 21-year-old when the Romans wanted to brate the 100th anniversary countless news analysis “Now this is not the end. males must do 35 pushups, erase the memory of people of the start of the Civil pieces that have recently It is not even the beginning 47 situps and a 2-mile run in they deemed dishonorable, War. filled our state’s newspa- of the end. But it is, per- 16 minutes, 36 seconds or they had a practice called In some ways, the flag pers, the overarching ques- haps, the end of the begin- less. damnatio memoriae, Latin coming down seems long tion that has been asked is: ning.” Females of the same age for ‘’condemnation of mem- ago; from the perspective what now? It is only natu- can pass the test with just ory.’’ of our long racial history ral and right that we Phil Noble is a business- 13 pushups, 47 situps and a It was as if they had never — it just happened, not should seek a larger mean- man in Charleston and 19:42 2-mile run. That’s existed. even one year yet. ing out of this tragedy. President of the SC New grossly unfair. As significant as was this This is what we as humans Democrats, an independent As a black man, I can re- Walter E. Williams is a pro- action by the governor and do. reform group founded by late to the unfairness of dif- fessor of economics at George the legislature, what was And the question that former Gov. Richard Riley ferent requirements. Mason University. more striking to me was most people, though not to bring big change and Literacy tests in some what I saw happen all all, focus on is what will real reform. phil@philno- Southern states used to ask © 2016, creators.com across the state. In the two we do about guns? Within ble.com

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A positive response plans that will position you well for of poor reproduction quality may not publish. With the exception of pictures that are of a timely nature, submitted photos will future endeavors. Don’t let a lack of from someone you love will make it confidence turn into a stumbling easier for you to assess the decisions publish in the order in which they are received. block. Romance looks promising. you need to make. SECTION b Wednesday, June 22, 2016 Call: (803) 774-1241 | E-mail: [email protected] legion baseball Post 53 routs Give an inch, take a mile Late miscues by Jets and 2-out hitting by Manning-Santee P-15’s pave way for come-from-behind 11-8 victory for Post 68 From staff reports B Y JUSTIN DRIGGERS KELLEYTOWN — [email protected] The hitting woes conintued for the MANNING — Trailing by Sumter P-15’s and four runs late in Tuesday’s this time they contest against Dalzell- weren’t able to over- Shaw Post 175, Manning- come it. Santee was looking for a Sumter managed spark or an opening — any just six hits for the kind of opening — to claw second straight game, its way back. but after beating They got it in a big way Camden 4-3 in the in the sixth and seventh in- previous game, nings as two Jet errors and Hartsville Post 53 a couple of key 2-out hits made the P-15’s pay were enough to push Post in a 12-5 American 68 to an 11-8 American Le- Legion baseball loss gion baseball victory at at Jimmy White Park. Monarchs Field. The loss drops Manning-Santee im- Sumter to 14-2 on the proved to 4-6 overall and in season with both of League III. The Jets its losses coming out dropped to 1-16 overall and of League III play. 0-10 in league play. The two The P-15’s, who fin- teams will conclude the se- ished league play ries on Thursday in Dalzell. with a 12-0 record. “I was very pleased we fi- lost to Florence 10-0 nally had some big 2-out earlier in the season. hits with runners on base,” Sumter jumped out Post 68 head coach Spencer to a 1-0, but Harts- Jordan said. “That’s been a ville rallied with a key for us all year. We’ve 3-run third inning. haven’t really gotten it Post 53 went on to done most of the year and push the lead to 7-1. tonight we did get it done The P-15’s finally and against a good pitcher. found a little bit of “I have to give (Dalzell) offense with three Coach (Gene) Durant and runs in the top of the his team a lot of credit be- seventh inning to cause they played very well make it 7-4. However, tonight. They played out- Hartsville back with standing defense and kept three runs in the bot- us off balance. Truth is we tom of the inning to were very fortunate to win regain the 6-run ad- this game.” vantage. It was somewhat of an Sumter’s Riley opposite feeling for Durant Park will be one of and the Jets. After falling the host site’s for the behind 4-0, Post 175 rallied Palmetto Invitational to take an 8-4 lead before a beginning on Friday. couple of miscues led in The P-15’s will play part to five unearned runs Pitt County, N.C., on by M-S as it rallied for the Friday at 7 p.m. be- 3-run victory. fore turning around “Tough game to lose,” Du- and playing Wallace, rant said. “I’m proud of my N.C., on Saturday at 9 guys, We got down in the a.m. They are sched- first inning, but they kept uled for another scrapping and kept coming game on Saturday at back and kept hitting the 7 p.m. against an un- ball and never gave up. determined opponent KMKEITH GEDA E / THE SUMTER ITEM “They played hard. We before playing Talas Manning-Santee second baseman Taylor Lee, top, tries to get a handle on the ball as Dalzell-Shaw’s Gavin just came up short.” Shades, Fla., on Sun- Melton takes second during Post 68’s 11-8 victory over the Jets on Tuesday at Monarchs Field in Manning. day at 2 p.m. See POST 68, Page B3 pro golf Pro basketball Johnson’s U.S. Open What’s next for win was right penalty, the Warriors? By JANIE McCAULEY but wrong delivery The Associated Press By DOUG FERGUSON score was going to be one OAKLAND, Calif. — After the heart- The Associated Press shot higher when he fin- break of a Game 7 defeat and a champi- ished. onship that somehow got away, Golden OAKMONT, Pa. — As dif- Not since Hubert Green State Warriors general manager Bob ferent as they are, the Mas- played under a death threat Myers went home late Sunday and had a ters and U.S. Open had two in the final round at South- rare glass of whiskey with his wife and things in common this year. ern Hills in 1977 has a U.S. ate a grilled cheese sandwich. First, and most peculiar, Open champion faced so He knew there wouldn’t be is that Lee Westwood played much uncertainty. any more quiet moments in the final round with both Blame that on the USGA the near future after the champions — Danny Willett officials — not for giving grind of another extended at Augusta National, Dustin him the one-shot penalty, NBA season. The Warriors Johnson at Oakmont. He but for keeping their noses lost in the deciding game of now is everyone’s favorite in a rule book without look- the NBA Finals to LeBron pairing for Sunday at Royal ing up to realize they were James and the Cleveland Curry Troon unless the tee time is damaging the integrity of Cavaliers, becoming the first anywhere near the break- the championship by wait- team to squander a 3-1 finals fast hour. ing. lead. But Myers has to get right back to Second, both majors are If they knew he was going work. The draft is Thursday night and remembered as much for to be penalized, they should then the start of free agency July 1. brilliance as blunders. have told him immediately “One marathon ended, got a drink of At the Masters, it was Jor- and, in the words of Jack water and now we’re moving on,” Myers dan Spieth hitting two balls Nicklaus, “let him get on said Tuesday, later noting, “Even if we in the water on No. 12 and with the job.” were sitting here right now with a pa- losing a five-shot lead with a The USGA acknowledged rade, it doesn’t change who we draft and 41 on the back nine. as much Monday. It released it actually shouldn’t change a ton of At Oakmont, it was the a statement saying it regret- other things either, but it’s hard not to USGA adding new meaning ted the distraction it caused get swept up in that current. Because in to the “toughest test in golf.” by waiting. this society, you win or you’re everybody Johnson, with a history of “While our focus on The Associated Press else, and right now we’re everybody else. failure in the majors, had to getting the ruling correct Dustin Johnson looks at his ball on the fifth green during So you have to be strong enough and play the final seven holes on was appropriate, we created the final round of the U.S. Open on Sunday at Oakmont disciplined enough to not overreact to the hardest course in Amer- Country Club in Oakmont, Pa. Johnson was eventually ica without knowing if his See JOHNSON, Page B2 assessed a one-stroke penalty. See WARRIORS, Page B6 B2 | Wednesday, June 22, 2016 sports The SUMTER ITEM

Scoreboard TV, RADIO ers (Urias 0-2), 10:10 p.m. Thu rsday’s Games TODAY San Francisco at Pittsburgh, 12:35 11:30 a.m. – International Soccer: p.m. UEFA Euro 2016 Group Match from Philadelphia at Minnesota, 1:10 p.m. Lyon, France – Hungary vs. Portugal Chicago Cubs at Miami, 7:10 p.m. (ESPN). N.Y. Mets at Atlanta, 7:10 p.m. 11:30 a.m. – International Soccer: San Diego at Cincinnati, 7:10 p.m. UEFA Euro 2016 Group Match from Arizona at Colorado, 8:40 p.m. Saint-Denis, France – Iceland vs. Aus- tria (ESPN2). Noon – Major League Baseball: Atlan- ta at Miami (FOX SPORTS SOUTHEAST, College WORLD SERIES WPUB-FM 102.7). Noon – WNBA Basketball: New York at By The Associated Press Atlanta (FOX SPORTSOUTH, NBA TV). 1 p.m. – Major League Baseball: Kan- NCAA College World Series Glance sas City at New York Mets or Atlanta At TD Ameritrade Park Omaha at Miami (MLB NETWORK). Omaha, Neb. 2:30 p.m. – International Soccer: UEFA All Times EDT Euro 2016 Group Match from Lille, Double Elimination France – Italy vs. Ireland (ESPN). x-if necessary 2:30 p.m. – International Soccer: UEFA Saturday, June 18 Euro 2016 Group Match from Nice, Oklahoma State 1, UC Santa Barbara 0 France – Sweden vs. Belgium (ESPN2). Arizona 5, Miami 1 4 p.m. – Major League Baseball: St. Sunday, June 19 Louis at Chicago Cubs or Milwaukee TCU 5, Texas Tech 3 at Oakland (Joined In Progress) (MLB Coastal Carolina 2, Florida 1 NETWORK). Monday, June 20 6:05 p.m. – Talk Show: Sports Talk UC Santa Barbara 5, Miami 3, (WDXY-FM 105.9, WDXY-AM 1240). Miami eliminated 7 p.m. – College Baseball: College Oklahoma State 1, Arizona 0 World Series Game Nine from Omaha, Tuesday, June 21 Neb. – Arizona vs. California-Santa Game 7 — Texas Tech 3, Florida 2, Barbara (ESPN). Florida eliminated 7 p.m. – Major League Baseball: Chi- Game 8 — TCU (48-16) vs. cago White Sox at Boston or San Coastal Carolina (50-16), 9 p.m. Francisco at Pittsburgh (MLB NET- Wednesday, June 22 WORK). Game 9 — UC Santa Barbara (43-19-1) 7 p.m. – NHL Hockey: NHL Awards vs. Game 6 loser, 7 p.m. from Las Vegas (NBC SPORTS NET- Thursday, June 23 WORK). Game 10 — Texas Tech (47-19) vs. 8 p.m. – International Soccer: Copa Game 8 loser, 8 p.m. America Centenario Semifinal Match Friday, June 24 from Chicago – Chile vs. Colombia Game 11 — Oklahoma State (43-20) (FOX SPORTS 1, UNIVISION). vs. Game 9 winner, 3 p.m. 9 p.m. – International Diving: U.S. Game 12 — Game 8 winner vs. Olympic Trials from Indianapolis Game 10 winner, 8 p.m. (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). Saturday, June 25 10 p.m. – Major League Baseball: x-Game 13 — Game 6 winner vs. Washington at Los Angeles Dodgers Game 9 winner, TBA (ESPN). x-Game 14 — Game 8 winner vs. File/The Associated Press Game 10 winner, TBA Lee Westwood has played the final round this year with both major champions — Danny Willett at If only one game is necessary, it will be played at night Augusta National in the Masters and Dustin Johnson at Oakmont in the U.S. Open. MLB Standings Championship Series By The Associated Press (Best-of-3) Monday, June 27: TBA, 7 p.m. nalized if the weight of evi- movable object — a TV AMERICAN League Tuesday, June 28: TBA, 8 p.m. jOHNSON dence is more likely than crane that was movable. East Division x-Wednesday, June 29: TBA, 8 p.m. From Page B1 not that he caused it to When he faced the media, W L Pct GB Baltimore 40 29 .580 — move. The evidence was Holland said, “I made a mis- Boston 39 30 .565 1 WNBA standings uncertainty about where video that the USGA thought take.” Toronto 39 33 .542 2½ New York 34 35 .493 6 By The Associated Press players stood on the leader- deserved a closer look. Mistakes happen to play- Tampa Bay 31 37 .456 8½ EASTERN CONFERENCE board after we informed The weight against John- ers and officials. Arnold Central Division W L Pct GB Dustin on the 12th tee that son was his action around Palmer once played two W L Pct GB Atlanta 8 4 .667 — Cleveland 39 30 .565 — New York 8 4 .667 — his actions on the fifth green the golf ball and how quickly shots from behind the 12th Kansas City 38 31 .551 1 Washington 6 7 .462 2½ might lead to a penalty,” the the ball moved after he light- green at Augusta National Detroit 35 35 .500 4½ Chicago 5 7 .417 3 Chicago 34 36 .486 5½ Indiana 5 8 .385 3½ statement said. “This creat- ly grounded his club, took because he was certain he Minnesota 21 48 .304 18 Connecticut 3 10 .231 5½ ed unnecessary ambiguity two practice strokes, lightly should get relief from an West Division WESTERN CONFERENCE for Dustin and the other set his putter down and embedded ball, even though W L Pct GB W L Pct GB Texas 46 25 .648 — Minnesota 13 0 1.000 — players, as well as spectators moved it behind the ball. the official said he could not. Seattle 36 34 .514 9½ Los Angeles 11 1 .917 1½ on site, and those watching Among the questions to Palmer made double bogey Houston 35 36 .493 11 Dallas 5 7 .417 7½ Los Angeles 31 39 .443 14½ Phoenix 4 8 .333 8½ and listening on television consider: Would the ball with the embedded ball, par Oakland 28 41 .406 17 Seattle 4 9 .308 9 and digital channels.” have moved if Johnson was with the second ball, and he Mo nday’s Games San Antonio 2 9 .182 10 USGA executive director not on the green? was told on the 15th fairway Chicago White Sox 3, Boston 1, 10 in- Mo nday’s Games nings No games scheduled Mike Davis summed it up The facts don’t change just he was right and would get a Cleveland 7, Tampa Bay 4 more succinctly Monday because so many of his par. He won the 1958 Mas- Detroit 8, Seattle 7, 12 innings Tu esday’s Games night on Golf Channel. peers — Rory McIlroy, Jor- ters by one shot. Texas 4, Baltimore 3 Minnesota 72, Los Angeles 69 Houston 10, L.A. Angels 7 Phoenix at Dallas, 8 p.m. “We made a big bogey,” dan Spieth, Tiger Woods It’s time to move on, and San Antonio at Chicago, 8 p.m. Davis said. among them — took to social to be thankful that Johnson Tu esday’s Games Colorado at N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m. Wednesday’s Games The good news? Johnson media to declare Johnson played so brilliantly down San Diego at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. New York at Atlanta, 12 p.m. Arizona at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. Indiana at Washington, 7 p.m. made birdie at the end, not did not cause the ball to the stretch. Chicago White Sox at Boston, 7:10 that he needed it. Even with move. McIlroy made one of Will the USGA make more p.m. Thu rsday’s Game Kansas City at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. San Antonio at Dallas, 8:30 p.m. the penalty, he won by three the more reasonable points mistakes? Probably. Seattle at Detroit, 7:10 p.m. shots. when he tweeted, “If it was This is what happens as Tampa Bay at Cleveland, 7:10 p.m. Cincinnati at Texas, 8:05 p.m. Johnson is the U.S. Open me I wouldn’t hit another an organization tries to pro- L.A. Angels at Houston, 8:10 p.m. Transactions champion. On this there is shot until this farce was rec- duce the most extreme test Philadelphia at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m. By The Associated Press Milwaukee at Oakland, 10:05 p.m. no debate. tified.” in golf. That is the identity BASEBALL And there should be no That was the mistake, and of the U.S. Open. Sandy Wednesday’s Games Colorado (Gray 4-3) at N.Y. Yankees A merican League debate on the penalty. Any the USGA owned up to it. Tatum, a former USGA pres- (Sabathia 5-4), 1:05 p.m. DETROIT TIGERS — Designated 3B anger should be directed at It was reminiscent of 1994 ident, once famously said Kansas City (Duffy 2-1) at N.Y. Mets Casey McGehee for assignment. Se- (Colon 6-3), 1:10 p.m. lected the contract of RHP Dustin the rule, not the officials en- at Oakmont when Trey Hol- the U.S. Open was not set up L.A. Angels (Shoemaker 3-7) at Hous- Molleken from Toledo (IL). Trans- forcing it. They have a duty land, the USGA president re- to embarrass the best play- ton (McCullers 3-2), 2:10 p.m. ferred RHP Drew VerHagen to the 60- Milwaukee (Guerra 3-1) at Oakland day DL. to apply the rules evenly to nowned for his knowledge of ers, but to identify them. (Mengden 0-2), 3:35 p.m. KANSAS CITY ROYALS — Requested the entire field. the rules, allowed Ernie Els Arizona (Ray 4-5) at Toronto (Happ unconditional release waivers on INF Every now and then, it’s 8-3), 4:07 p.m. Omar Infante. Agreed to terms with C The guideline for Rule 18-2 in the final round to get re- the USGA that gets embar- San Diego (Johnson 0-4) at Baltimore, Chase Livingston, 1B Robby Rinn, 2B 7:05 p.m. Jordan Ebert, 3B John Brontsema and is that a player must be pe- lief from a temporary im- rassed. Chicago White Sox (Quintana 5-7) at OFs Khalil Lee, Cal Jones and Dalton Boston (Rodriguez 1-2), 7:10 p.m. Griffin on minor league contracts. Seattle (Iwakuma 6-5) at Detroit (Ful- LOS ANGELES ANGELS — Traded INF mer 7-2), 7:10 p.m. Kyle Kubitza to Texas for cash. Tampa Bay (Archer 4-9) at Cleveland NEW YORK YANKEES — Agreed to (Bauer 4-2), 7:10 p.m. terms with RHP Jean Peralta and OF pro golf Cincinnati (Straily 4-3) at Texas Connor Oliver on minor league con- (Hamels 7-1), 8:05 p.m. tracts. Philadelphia (Morgan 1-6) at Minne- OAKLAND ATHLETICS — Optioned LHP sota (Gibson 0-5), 8:10 p.m. Daniel Coulombe to Nashville (PCL). Sent OF Josh Reddick to Nashville for Palmer still hitting balls, staying busy Thu rsday’s Games a rehab assignment. Philadelphia at Minnesota, 1:10 p.m. SEATTLE MARINERS — Sent C Jesus Seattle at Detroit, 1:10 p.m. Sucre to the AZL Mariners for a rehab By DOUG FERGUSON Chicago White Sox at Boston, 1:35 assignment. Agreed to terms with C was playing two balls until smile. p.m. Nick Thurman, LHP Steven Moyers, The Associated Press he could reach the rules “Or maybe I’m just being Oakland at L.A. Angels, 10:05 p.m. OF DeAires Moses, 1B Nick Halaman- daris and RHP David Ellingson on chairman. He made double ornery,” he said. National League minor league contracts. LATROBE, Pa. — Arnold bogey with the embedded East Division TEXAS RANGERS — Optioned INF Kyle CLOSE CALL Kubitza to Round Rock (PCL). Agreed Palmer didn’t make a live ball, par with the second W L Pct GB to terms with RHP Garrett Brummett Washington 43 28 .606 — on a minor league contract. television appearance at Bay ball that he dropped. On the There is a fine line be- Miami 37 33 .529 5½ Hill. For the first time, he 15th hole, he was told he was tween positions in the world New York 36 32 .529 5½ National League Philadelphia 30 41 .423 13 CINCINNATI REDS — Placed RHP Blake didn’t hit the ceremonial right and would have a par ranking that goes on every Atlanta 23 46 .333 19 Wood on paternity leave. Reinstated first tee shot at the Masters. on the 12th. week, and sometimes it mat- Central Division RHP Raisel Iglesias from the 15-day DL. He struggles with mobility, “I played two holes” with- ters. W L Pct GB LOS ANGELES DODGERS — Reinstated Chicago 47 21 .691 — which kept him from attend- out knowing what he would Last week was one of OF Yasiel Puig from the 15-day DL. St. Louis 36 33 .522 11½ MILWAUKEE BREWERS — Agreed to ing the U.S. Open. he make on the hole, he said. those occasions. Pittsburgh 34 36 .486 14 terms with OFs Jose Gomez and Nick Milwaukee 31 39 .443 17 Just don’t get the idea He was sharp. He was The end of the U.S. Open Cain, SSs Francisco Thomas and Cincinnati 27 43 .386 21 Jomar Cortes, C Mario Feliciano and Palmer is slowing down en- funny. And he is busy. was the first cutoff to be in West Division RHPs Braden Webb, Emerson Gibbs tirely. One of his projects is book the top 50 and qualify for the W L Pct GB and Wilson Adams on minor league San Francisco 44 27 .620 — contracts. The day after the U.S. being published by St. Mar- Bridgestone Invitational at Los Angeles 39 33 .542 5½ NEW YORK METS — Placed RHP Jim Open, he drove his golf cart tin’s Press called, “A Life Firestone, a World Golf Colorado 33 36 .478 10 Henderson on the 15-day DL, retroac- Arizona 33 39 .458 11½ tive to Sunday. Optioned C Kevin up to the back entrance of Well Played: My Stories.” Championship that offers a San Diego 29 42 .408 15 Plawecki to Las Vegas (PCL). Rein- his office across from The book allows him to $9.5 million purse and a stated C Travis d’Arnaud from the 15- Mo nday’s Games day DL. Recalled LHP Sean Gilmartin Latrobe Country Club. The share new stories and pro- slight bump in FedEx Cup Arizona 3, Philadelphia 1 from Las Vegas (PCL). 86-year-old Palmer had just points. Pittsburgh 1, San Francisco 0 PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES — Signed OF vide more insight into old Colorado 5, Miami 3 Mickey Moniak to a minor league returned from hitting balls. stories. In a release announc- Harris English was at No. St. Louis 3, Chicago Cubs 2 contract. L.A. Dodgers 4, Washington 1 PITTSBURGH PIRATES — Optioned And he was as frustrated as ing the book, Palmer writes, 50 going into the U.S. Open, RHP Curtis Partch to Indianapolis (IL). ever. “Though I have written a made the cut and then it was Tu esday’s Games Recalled RHP Wilfredo Boscan from Colorado at N.Y. Yankees, 7:05 p.m. Indianapolis. “I’m just not making very number of books in the past, a matter of hanging on. He San Diego at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS — Placed 3B good contact,” Palmer said. this one was particularly im- birdied the 17th hole, but San Francisco at Pittsburgh, 7:05 p.m. Matt Duffy on the 15-day DL, retroac- Arizona at Toronto, 7:07 p.m. tive to Sunday. Optioned LHP Steven “I’ll get there.” portant to me because I missed a sharp-bending 12- Atlanta at Miami, 7:10 p.m. Okert to Sacramento (PCL). Reinstat- Palmer, who lost in a play- delved into the process, I re- foot par putt on the 18th and Kansas City at N.Y. Mets, 7:10 p.m. ed RHP Santiago Casilla from pater- Cincinnati at Texas, 8:05 p.m. nity leave. Agreed to terms with OF off at Oakmont in 1962 and alized just how much I still tied for 37th. St. Louis at Chicago Cubs, 8:05 p.m. Malique Ziegler and C Will Albertson. played in his final U.S. Open wanted to say to my friends Then it was a matter of Philadelphia at Minnesota, 8:10 p.m. F OOTBALL there in 1994, watched the in golf and to fans of the waiting, and hanging on. Milwaukee at Oakland, 10:05 p.m. Washington at L.A. Dodgers, 10:10 National Football League final round and like every- game in general.” Jason Dufner closed with a p.m. BUFFALO BILLS — Promoted BLESTO one else, questioned the US- The book is to be pub- 70 and at one point was in a scout Pete Harris to college area Wednesday’s Games scout, college scouting assistant Bo GA’s handling of a penalty lished at the end of October. three-way tie for eighth, Atlanta (Wisler 3-7) at Miami (Conley Taliaferro to BLESTO scout, trainer 3-4), 12:10 p.m. stroke on Dustin Johnson The British Open returns which would have moved Bud Carpenter to director of athletic Colorado (Gray 4-3) at N.Y. Yankees training operations, assistant trainer for his ball moving on the next month to Royal Troon, him to No. 50 by a fraction (Sabathia 5-4), 1:05 p.m. Shone Gipson to head trainer and Kansas City (Duffy 2-1) at N.Y. Mets fifth green. where Palmer won his sec- of a point. But late in the Chris Fischetti to head of rehabilita- (Colon 6-3), 1:10 p.m. tion and injury management servic- Palmer could relate. The ond claret jug with a six- day, Daniel Summerhays St. Louis (Wacha 2-7) at Chicago Cubs es. Named Kelvin Fisher player per- (Arrieta 11-1), 2:20 p.m. conversation shifted to the shot victory in 1962. When made birdie on No. 17 and sonnel adviser and Ryan Hollern col- Milwaukee (Guerra 3-1) at Oakland lege scouting coordinator. 1958 Masters, as Palmer re- told he would be thought of par on the final hole to make (Mengden 0-2), 3:35 p.m. JACKSONVILLE JAGUARS — Signed DE Arizona (Ray 4-5) at Toronto (Happ called a dispute with rules it a four-way tie for eighth Yannick Ngakoue to a four-year con- during that week, Palmer 8-3), 4:07 p.m. tract. official Arthur Lacey over came to life. and dilute some of Dufner’s San Diego (Johnson 0-4) at Baltimore, 7:05 p.m. whether he was entitled to “I might be there,” he said. points. San Francisco (Samardzija 8-4) at HOCKEY relief from an embedded The result? English re- Pittsburgh (Liriano 4-7), 7:05 p.m. ECHL “I’m thinking about play- Cincinnati (Straily 4-3) at Texas SOUTH CAROLINA STINGRAYS — An- ball on the fringe behind the ing.” mained at No. 50 with an av- (Hamels 7-1), 8:05 p.m. nounced coach and director of hock- Philadelphia (Morgan 1-6) at Minne- ey operations Spencer Carbery is 12th green. Told that he There was a pause. There erage point total that was sota (Gibson 0-5), 8:10 p.m. leaving to become coach of Saginaw wasn’t, Palmer declared he was a wink. There was a 0.0049 ahead of Dufner. Washington (Ross 6-4) at L.A. Dodg- (OHL). Th e SUMTER ITEM sports Wednesday, June 22, 2016 | B3

SPORTS ITEMS Texas Tech knocks Pro basketball out No. 1 Florida

OMAHA, Neb. — Eric defeat St. George 9-8 on Gutierrez hit a two-run Monday in the opening homer, Texas Tech picked game of the District 9 tour- up a huge insurance run by nament at the Turbeville way of two errors on the youth fields. same play in the ninth in- Barnes McConnell was ning, and the Red Raiders 2-for-3 with two runs batted eliminated Florida 3-2 at in to lead Turbeville. Seth the College World Series on Feagin was 2-for-3 with an Tuesday a stunning early RBI and Ellie Barrineau exit for the No. 1 national was 2-for-3 with three RBI. seed. In the other game, Lake The fifth-seeded Red Marion defeated Sumter Raiders (47-19) will play American 9-8. Javin Rivers Thursday against the loser was 3-for-3 with two RBI for of the Tuesday night game Sumter and Marvin Davis between TCU and Coastal was 2-for-3 with one RBI. Carolina. The Gators (52- Today’s games will pit 16) went 0-2 at the CWS. Turbeville against Sumter Bvra es 3 National at 6 p.m., while Sumter American will meet Marlins 2 (10) St. George at 8 in an elimi- MIAMI — Jace Peterson nation game. hit a game-tying two-run MONDAY home run in the eighth in- Game 1 – Turbeville 8, St. George 8 ning and a go-ahead RBI Game 2 – Lake Marion 9, Sumter American 8 single in the 10th to lift the TUESDAY Atlanta Braves to a 3-2 vic- Game 3 – Turbeville vs. Sumter National tory over the Miami Mar- Game 4 – St. George vs. Sumter lins on Tuesday night. American TODAY The Braves have won six Game 5 – Game 4 Winner vs. Game straight. 3 Loser, 6 p.m. Game 6 – Game 3 Winner vs. Lake Marion, 8 p.m. Turbeville wins THURSDAY Game 7 – Winner Game 5 vs. Game TURBEVILLE — The 6 team, 7 p.m. Turbeville 7-8 year-old FRIDAY KEITH GEDAMKE / THE SUMTER ITEM Game 8 – Championship Round, 6 coaches pitch all-star team p.m. Manning-Santee third baseman William Ard, right, forces out Dazell-Shaw runner Josh Whitley at third scored two runs in the bot- during Post 68’s 11-8 victory on Tuesday at Monarchs Field in Manning. tom of the sixth inning to From staff and wire reports

some key hits when we needed for D-S meanwhile and al- POST 68 them,” Durant said. “We had lowed just two hits and three AMERICAN LEGION LEAGUE III STANDINGS From Page B1 opportunities with runners in baserunners in the four in- Team W L Pct. W L Pct. GB scoring position on Monday, nings following the first. That Sumter 14 1 .936 12 0 1.000 — Camden 4 4 .500 4 4 .500 6 The hits came early and but could not move them over all changed in the sixth as an Orangeburg 6 5 .545 5 5 .500 6 often for Manning-Santee. The Manning 3 6 .333 3 6 .333 7½ or get them in. Tonight we error and 2-out hitting opened Dalzell 1 15 .063 0 9 .000 10½ first three batters of the game were able to do that.” the door for a Post 68 come- all connected and William Ard Both pitchers settled down a back. SENIOR SCHEDULE Sumter vs. Wallace, N.C., in Pal- Monday’s Games metto Invitational, 9 a.m. drove in the first run with an bit after that until the fifth. Floyd reached first on a Manning-Santee 6, Dalzell- Sumter vs. Orangeburg in Pal- RBI single that scored Taylor Colin Kremer struck out to 1-out error and Buddy Bleas- Shaw 0 metto Invitational, 7 p.m. Camden 7, Orangeburg 6, 13 in- Pitt County, N.C., vs. Orange- Lee, who led off the inning lead off the frame for the Jets, dale followed with a walk. nings burg in Palmetto Invitational, 3 with a double. but took first when the wild After a groundout moved the Tuesday’s Games p.m. Sumter at Hartsville, 7 p.m. Sunday’s Games Three batters later, with two pitch got away. Ragin followed runners into scoring position, Dalzell-Shaw at Manning, 7 Sumter vs. Talas Shades, Fla., in outs and runners on first and with a single and two batters Matthew Corbett, Braydon p.m. Palmetto Invitational, 2 p.m. Orangeburg at Camden, 7 p.m. second, Morgan Morris came later Gonzalez cashed in again Osteen and Will Gardner all Thursday’s Game Junior Schedule through with the big blow as with an RBI double. followed with 2-out singles. Manning-Santee at Dalzell- Tuesday’s Games Shaw, 7 p.m. Bishopville at Sumter, 7 p.m. his drive to center field went A walk loaded the bases and Corbett and Gardner collected Friday’s Games Manning-Santee at Camden, 7 just over the outstretched chased Floyd from the mound. a pair of RBI each as Man- Sumter vs. Pitt County, N.C., in p.m. Palmetto Invitational, 7 p.m. Today’s Game glove of Lance Ragin, who Morris replaced him and got ning-Santee rallied to knot the Wallace, N.C., vs. Orangeburg in Sumter at Darlington, 6:30 p.m. misjudged the flyball. It rolled the second out before D-S score at 8-8. Palmetto Invitaitonal, 4 p.m. Thursday’s Games Dalzell-Shaw at Camden, 7:30 Sumter at Bishopville, 7 p.m. all the way to fence, which al- shortstop Josh Barnett tied Post 68 regained the lead in p.m. Camden at Manning-Santee, lowed Morris to come home the game with an RBI single. the seventh on another Jets Saturday’s Games 6:30 p.m. for an inside-the-park 3-run Jesse Lucas followed with a miscue. Hunter Robinson was homer to put Post 68 up 4-0 2-run base hit before the in- hit by a pitch to lead off the in- after one inning. ning ended with the Jets hold- ning and stole second. He went The Jets got a run back in ing a 6-4 lead. to third on a flyout to center the second. Despite leadoff hit- Dalzell-Shaw added two and with two outs, Bleasdale ter Josh Whitley being tagged more runs in the sixth. The stepped to the plate. His hard out on a caught stealing, Post Jets loaded the bases with one grounder to short was mishan- 175 was able to load the bases down and got RBI singles from dled, allowing Bleasdale to afterward and Trent Elmore both Whitley and Christian Bu- reach first and Robinson to came through win an RBI sin- ford to extend the lead to 8-4. score the go-ahead run. gle. M-S starter Connor Floyd “I think we got a little com- M-S added two more insur- limited the damage to just one placent and they became con- ance runs in the eighth to seal run, however. fident,” Jordan said. “They the victory. One run scored on However, Dalzell-Shaw plat- scratch out a run here and a a passed ball while Floyd drew ed another run in the third. run there and we can’t put a bases-loaded walk later in Starting pitcher Gavin Melton things together because the inning to make it 11-8. led off with a single and they’re turning double plays Morris picked up the victory swiped second. Third baseman and making really plays on de- for Manning-Santee after toss- Lenny Gonzalez then hit a hot fense. ing 42/3 innings of relief. shot to first that took a hard “But good teams find a way Osteen had three hits to lead hop and bounced into the out- to make things happen and we Post 68. field to score Melton and cut were able to do that when we Ragin had three hits for the the M-S advantage to 4-2. needed to in the end.” Jets while Gonzalez, Whitley “We were finally able to get Melton was in cruise control and Buford each had two. FLY YOUR COLOR ON THE 4TH OF JULY & RECE or purchase your kit seperately OW IVE SUBSCRIBERS $6.5050 N F E PLUS 3 MONTHS R 50 B E NON-SUBSCRIBERS $9. I HOME DELIVERY E R C K

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RECRUITING Former Knight Williams interested in USC

Former Crestwood High Charleston more.” and athleticism and ball only other visit for Higgins so School running back Ty’Son Southern. The South Carolina camp skills.” far this summer, but he’s sup- Williams is leaving North Richardson stop is the first of the summer Brown has move visits com- posed to visit Ohio State in Carolina after one season and confirmed his for Johnson. He also plans to ing up and he’s not ready to July. He said he’s not sure South Carolina is among the desire is to go visit Notre Dame, Michigan piece together a favorites list, when he’ll make his decision. schools he’s contacted to see to South Car- State, Virginia Tech and Mis- but the offer definitely puts Higgins also is a major bas- if there’s any interest. olina and that sissippi State in July. South Carolina in good posi- ketball prospect, but did not Lakewood High head coach will be his ATH Stephen Davis Jr. of tion with him. “They stand meet with any Clemson bas- Brian Jackson, who was an plan if South Dutch Fork High in Irmo is high with it being a big one ketball coaches. He said he’s assistant coach at Crestwood Phil Kornblut Carolina the last of the state’s major like that,” Brown said. “With not yet sure if he’ll sign for when Williams played there, Recruiting comes back to prospects for ‘16 to announce the coaching staff liking my football and basketball. He confirmed Williams’ plans. corner him with an a college decision, but he said style of play and me being said basketball is still “kind “He just said he and UNC acceptance of last week he has committed to able to come in and have a of” important in his decision- wasn’t a good fit,” Jackson the commit- a 4-year school and will enroll chance of playing early is a making process. said. “He’s looking to go ment. there for summer school be- big plus.” DB Mike Carter (5-11, 175) of somewhere on the (NCAA Di- South Carolina got a com- tween June 25 and July 1. Last season he had 78 tack- Douglasville, Ga., visited vision) DI level and has his mitment from defensive back “I can’t tell you that,” Davis les and six INTs. Next month Clemson earlier this month. papers; full release with some Jaylin Davenport of Southern said when asked for specifics. he plans to visit Georgia He holds offers from Clemson, stipulations. He cannot trans- Pines, N.C. Dickerson was of- “I’ve got to keep it a secret. I Southern, Arkansas State, Al- Duke, UNC, WF, WVU, Mizzou, fer to another ACC (Atlantic fered in May by South Caroli- want to play offense, but hope- abama-Birmingham, Georgia Illinois, Vanderbilt, Ole Miss Coast Conference) school (like na then went through a pri- fully they put me where they State and Kennesaw State. and App State. UNC) or any school who will vate workout on Thursday in think I’m going to ball at and Offensive lineman TJ Moore Last season, Carter totaled play North Carolina in the Columbia in front of Mus- I’m going to get ready to go.” of Charlotte released a top 78 tackles with one INT. He next four years. That makes it champ and Robinson. That Asked if his school is South eight, in no order, of South said the Tigers think he can be a little bit harder to keep him seemed to seal the deal. Carolina or Auburn, Davis re- Carolina, VT, Tennessee, an excellent player for them at in the Southeast. He said he “My range and my foot- plied, “Could be; somewhere UNC, Louisville, NCSU, Syra- cornerback. would like to stay in the work, they liked that,” Dick- around there,” adding that the cuse and Maryland. Carter also has been to Mis- Southeast if at all possible.” erson said. “They put me school knows that he’s com- WR Tajh Capehart of Vir- sissippi State this summer. He Williams narrowed his deci- through some cone drills. ing. As for the reason for the ginia Beach, Va., released a also plans to visit South Caro- sion to North Carolina, South They put me through the secrecy, Davis said he’s follow- top 10 of South Carolina, Ala- lina, UNC, Duke and UGA. Carolina and Georgia before shuttle. I did the vertical ing the advice of his future bama, UGA, Maryland, UNC, Carter said he doesn’t have committing on July 29 of 2014. jump.” coaches. PSU, Tennessee, VT and West any favorites at this point and Jackson said he’s been in Dickerson also has offers “I’ve been talking to the Virginia. also doesn’t have a timetable touch with coaches at South from Virginia, East Carolina, coaches and they told me to Defensive lineman Neil Far- on a decision. Carolina and Coastal Carolina Appalachian State and Char- leave it low key,” he said. rell of Mobile, Ala., released Clemson is one of the cur- on Williams’ behalf. lotte. He also drew interest “And I’ve been talking to my his top nine of South Caroli- rent top 10 with ‘18 WR Jacob “They have his information from North Carolina State. dad and he told me to leave it na, Alabama, Auburn, South- Copeland of Pensacola, Fla. and we’ll wait and see what The decision came down to low key. Me being the person ern California, Michigan, Lou- The others on the list are Ala- happens,” Jackson said. “I South Carolina, UVa and ECU, that I am, I’m not really a per- isiana State, Florida, Minneso- bama, UF, FSU, UGA LSU, talked to (South Carolina as- and he just had a better over- son that likes to talk too ta and Georgia Tech. Kentucky, Miami, Michigan sistant) Coach (Mike) Peter- all feel for South Carolina. much. I just left it alone and DE Robert Beal of IMG and Mississippi State. son and he passed it on to (di- Last season, Dickerson re- listened to them and I’m just Academy in Florida recently DE Zachary Carter of rector of player personnel) corded 122 tackles with five in- going to keep it low key.” visited South Carolina and Tampa, Fla., was at Clemson’s Robbie Liles. They all know terceptions and two forced DE Matthew Butler (6-feet- has it in his top 10. camp last Tuesday. He has the who he is. fumbles. 4-inches, 260 pounds) of Gar- Other South Carolina offers Tigers in his top four. DB Ja- “When Ty’Son was in high Muschamp got the chance ner, N.C., has narrowed his last week were to OL Jordon myest Williams of Loganville, school, the Gamecocks were last week to make his stron- focus to South Carolina, Carty of Hollywood, Fla., ‘18 Ga., was at Clemson on Tues- real high on his list. That gest pitch yet to wide receiver NCSU, Duke, Tennessee, Texas OL William Barnes (6-5, 290) day as well, but did not work summer before he was a se- OrTre Smith of Wando High A&M, UNC, Penn State and of Apopka, Fla., ‘18 OL Chris- out. nior, everybody that Carolina in Mt. Pleasant, and he didn’t Alabama. All but Alabama tian Armstrong (6-4, 315) of DB Tank Robinson of Lake offered kind of started to say fumble the opportunity. Smith have offered. Warner Robins, Ga., ‘18 DB Marion High in Santee and ‘18 yes and Ty’Son kind of got and his mother spent about He was at South Carolina on Stanley Garner of Fort Lau- QB Emory Jones of Franklin, left to hang out to dry. He said eight hours with South Caroli- Friday and Tennessee on Sat- derdale, Fla., ‘18 DB Brendon Ga., were at Clemson’s camp he was real close to going to na and got to make a thorough urday. He’s also been to UNC, Harris of Chattanooga, Tenn., last Wednesday. QB Trevor Wisconsin, but the coach who examination of the school and NCSU and Duke several times ‘18 WR Demarcus Gregory of Lawrence, an ‘18 recruit from was doing his recruiting left the football program. since they’re so close by. Byrnes High in Duncan, ‘19 Cartersville, Ga., camped at and went to Oregon State and “They kind of pulled out all “I was interested in Coach ATH Jalyn Phillips of Law- Clemson on Thursday. He he wasn’t going to go that far. the stops this time,” said Muschamp and have been fol- renceville, Ga., and ‘19 RB plans to make his decision by He’d like to have a decision Smith’s mother, Tashia Green. lowing him because of his Jonathan Sewell of Athens. August and is focused on before August.” “We spoke to the president of Clemson, UGA, UF and Ten- successes, and even his mis- CLEMSON Williams played as a fresh- the university (Harris Pas- haps, and seeing how he devel- nessee, man last season, carrying the tides). We spoke to athletic di- DB CJ Avery of Grenada, oped defensive players and CLEMSON AND South ball 19 times for 57 yards. He rector (Ray) Tanner, (team how he coached defensive Miss., was at Clemson last for Carolina has a redshirt year available, physician) Dr. (Jeff) Guy, the players,” Butler said. “I talk to a camp and got a lot of atten- which he will use as a trans- academic support team and Coach Muschamp a lot. Even tion from head coach Dabo WR Jordan Pouncey of Win- fer leaving him three years of the coaches, etc. They pulled though we haven’t known Swinney, defensive ccordina- ter Park, Fla., visited South eligibility. out all the stops. I heard so each other for about two or tor Brent Venables and assis- Carolina and Clemson last As for ‘17 Lakewood defen- many coaches tell me, ‘You three months, we talk a good tant coach Mike Reed. Avery week as part of a tour of sive end Tyreek Johnson, who know Ms. Green, coach (Mus- bit. And I talk to (assistant) went into the camp with a top schools. Linebacker Brelin is a South Carolina commit- champ) said I don’t care Coach (Lance) Thompson.” 10, but no leader. He came out Faison-Walden of Greensboro, ment, but who recently picked what’s going on here. OrTre Butler said South Carolina of it with Clemson as his fa- N.C., was at Clemson last up an Alabama offer, Jackson Smith is on campus and he is likes him for DE though they vorite and a sharper focus on week. He has offers from the said, “I talked to him today the No. 1 priority today.’ understand he could grow the rest of the contenders. Tigers and South Carolina. and he said, ‘I’m solid, Spurs “I was just like, you guys into a tackle. He also and “I think Clemson is like atop QB Joe Milton of Orlando, Up.’ ” can stop telling me that. I get plans to visit PSU and Ala- my list,” Avery said. “They Fla., and DE Xavier Thomas of South Carolina head coach it, I get it. It was really a good, bama in July. He won’t visit showed a really good showing Wilson High in Florence, both Will Muschamp alerts his good visit, really laid back and A&M until his official visit. In to me, really good impression camped at South Carolina and Twitter followers with a relaxed. They always treat us fact, he plans to use most of on me. They presented the Clemson last week. Milton has “Spurs Up” whenever he re- really good.” his official visits for the out- best of all the places I’ve been. a South Carolina offer. Clem- ceives and accepts a commit- Green said Muschamp cited of-state schools. Great people there; Coach son made offers last week to ment from a prospect. So her son’s academic achieve- Last season, Butler had 70 Dabo is a really good head ‘18 DB Stanley Garner of Fort when Muschamp did not re- ments and his leadership tackles with 10 quarterback coach and someone you can Lauderdale, ‘18 WR Xavier spond on Twitter to an an- skills. “He knows I’m really sacks and 40 QB hits. interact with. They just want Williams of Hollywood, Fla., nouncement from athlete big on academics,” she said. “I RB Chase Hayden of Collier- me to get my parents up there ‘18 DB Verone McKinley III of Tancey Richardson of South know he kind of pounded that ville, Tenn., made his first and let’s make it official.” Plano, Texas, and ‘18 DB Bren- Aiken High of a commitment too, but what was really the visit of the summer on Satur- Avery said Louisville, Mis- don Harris of Chattanooga. to South Carolina on Sunday, funniest thing and the cutest day when he came to South sissippi State, Auburn and OTHERS questions were raised about thing to me was when we were Carolina with his parents. Tennessee are the others he’s what was going on. leaving for the day and Mus- South Carolina has made still looking hard at at this DE Tre Lawson of North Richardson made his public champ gave me a hug and I Hayden a top target and like- point. He plans to return to Augusta High committed to pronouncement before con- walked on out. OrTre was the wise he’s got South Carolina Clemson for the cookout in the Tennessee on Saturday while tacting Muschamp or recruit- last to leave and he whispered at the top of his list. middle of July. on an unofficial visit. Greer er Travaris Robinson. He was to OrTre, ‘I need you.’ He just “They tell me about the op- Clemson has high hopes High OL Noah Hannon com- offered by both after attend- doesn’t make it a secret by portunity to come in and com- of pulling highly regarded WR mitted to App State, while ing two day camps earlier this saying that Tre is a priority pete early for playing time and Tee Higgins of Oak Ridge, quarterback Jackson William- month and said Robinson for the 2017 class.” be able to come in and con- Tenn., out of his home state, son of Westside High in An- wanted him to commit then, Part of South Carolina’s tribute and have a big impact but the Tigers still have work derson committed to Miami but he held off from doing so. presentation, according to Ms. on the team,” Hayden said. to do as Higgins still is leaning (Ohio). Richardson said he talked Green, was a video showing Hayden will visit Arkansas toward the home state team. Jordyn Adams, an ‘18 WR with Robinson on Monday all of the South Carolina na- on Thursday and Missouri on “Tennessee is still No. 1 from Blythewood, was offered and learned his commitment tives who have come through Friday. Those two, along with right now,” Higgins said. “It’s by UNC. can’t be taken right now. the South Carolina program South Carolina, stand as his kind of close. Clemson, Ten- BASKETBALL “He said he didn’t know if I and who are there now. top three and these visits are nessee and Ohio State are the would have a legitimate spot “I told him (Muschamp), big toward him making a deci- top three right now.” Clemson offered 2019 6-6 with all the commits that you better come at him really sion. He said a commitment is Higgins also is still consider- Juwan Gary of Gray Colle- they’ve got, so I told him I’m hard,” she said. “It’s not me possible after the visits ing Florida State and Missis- giate in Columbia. just going to wait it out,” you have to focus on. You real- “whenever it feels right.” sippi. Nationally recruited wom- Richardson said. “You know, ly have to come at OrTre hard Hayden is also still consider- He said Swinney and assis- en’s basketball prospect 6-5 wait and see who all they sign because he has to be con- ing Tennessee, Illinois, Michi- tant Jeff Scott came at him Sidney Cooks of Kenosha, instead of making my deci- vinced.” gan and Oklahoma State. with a lot of energy and a Wisc., revealed her top 10 list sion because they wanted me Smith and his mother were DB Zay Brown (6-0, 180) of hard push from a recruiting as South Carolina, Michigan, to shut down my recruiting, at Clemson on Friday. His Athens, Ga., spent Saturday at standpoint, and the visit did Michigan State, UCLA, but then again I wouldn’t mother will have comments South Carolina for the final help Clemson’s cause. Higgins Tennessee, Minnesota, Wis- know if I had a legitimate on the Clemson visit later this Muschamp camp of the was at Clemson’s camp last consin, PSU, Purdue and Pitts- spot on the team. He (Robin- week after talking with him. month, and he went back to week. Tennessee has been the burgh. son) wanted me to shut my re- Smith tentatively has set his Bulldog country with an offer cruiting down. That’s how he birthday of Sept. 11 for his de- from the former Bulldog. is. And he has to talk to Coach cision announcement. Brown also has offers from Subscribe today, Muschamp to see if I have a DE Brad Johnson of Pendle- Colorado State, Wake Forest, legitimate spot. My coaches ton High spent Wednesday Charlotte, Georgia State, West- and stay in the loop thought it was a little too and Thursday at South Caroli- ern Kentucky, Miami (Ohio) early to be shutting my re- na for camps and other re- and Middle Tennessee State. (803) 774-1200 cruitment down.” cruiting-related activities. “He “I feel and know that’s a big Richardson had made a de- said overall a very successful offer and a hard one to come cision to go with South Caro- visit,” Pendleton head coach by and I’m just blessed to be lina over Colorado State. He Paul Sutherland. “He said he able to receive it,” Brown said. was offered by Kent State on really, really enjoyed himself “I like the Gamecocks, the Monday and also has offers and overall, his words, a very coaches and all, and I would from Southern Mississippi, successful visit. When he play the safety position and Mississippi State, Coastal and talks to me he’ll give me a lot the nickel. They like my size The SUMTER ITEM sports Wednesday, June 22, 2016 | B5 pro basketball Eight free agents leave Hornets’ draft in limbo

By STEVE REED The Hornets could use a The Associated Press rim protector, something they’ve missed since the de- CHARLOTTE — The parture of Bismack Biyom- Charlotte Hornets aren’t bo to Toronto last year, but sure who they’re going to it’s unclear if such a player be able to re-sign in free will still be around so late agency, making it difficult in the first round. for owner Michael Jordan’s What they truly need is a team to know who they’re difference maker, but those going to select with the rarely fall to No. 22. 22nd pick in the NBA draft. The only positions that “With eight free agents, I are currently set for next don’t know what is going to season are point guard with happen,” general manager Kemba Walker and small Rich Cho said Friday. “So forward with Michael Kidd- we’re just going to try to Gilchrist, who missed most add depth (in the draft) to of the 2015-16 season fol- the team and try to get lowing two shoulder inju- guys that can play in our ries but is on the mend. rotation. It’s a hard ques- Cho said this year’s draft tion to answer (what we is deep at wing and with big need most) because we men, but lacks quality have so many free agents point guards. and we don’t know how it’s The Hornets have had a going to play out.” top 10 draft pick in each of So the Hornets are keep- the past five seasons, mak- ing an open mind. ing this year a little more “We are looking at a difficult after a successful number of options — mov- season a year ago in which ing up, moving back and they finished tied for the moving out of the draft al- fifth-best record in the together,” Cho said. Eastern Conference. Four Hornets starters Cho has been balancing File/The Associated Press from last season are set to draft preparation with lay- LSU’s Ben Simmons might be the next player to go from Down Under to the very top of the NBA draft. become free agents in July ing out “abut 80 different Simmons is considered the likely choice when Philadelphia makes the first pick in Thursday’s draft. — Nicolas Batum, Courtney potential scenarios” in free Lee, Al Jefferson and Mar- agency. Unlike the NFL, the vin Williams. Top reserve NBA draft happens before Jeremy Lin will also hit the free agency begins. free agent market after opt- Cho reiterated that re- From Simmons down, ing out of his contract. signing Batum — who is ex- Cho said that uncertainty pected to command more makes it difficult for the than $20 million per season Hornets to zero in on ad- — is the team’s top priority dressing one particular in free agency, which be- internationals fill draft need in the draft. gins July 1. By BRIAN MAHONEY bounds and 4.8 assists in his Xinjiang. The 7-foot-1 forward/ The Associated Pres lone college season, the first center also averaged 15.8 N BA Draft Order SEC player to rank in the top points and 9.8 rebounds while NEW YORK — Cleveland five in all three categories in showing an improved offensive By The Associated Press SECOND ROUND had one. So did Golden State. the same season. But his im- game, making nine of his 15 31. Boston (from Philadelphia June 23 via Miami) Both teams in the NBA Fi- pressive individual play didn’t 3-point attempts after going Brooklyn, N.Y. 32. LA Lakers nals featured an Australian- translate to enough team suc- just 1 for 10 the previous sea- FIRST ROUND 33. LA Clippers (from Brooklyn) 1. Philadelphia 34. Phoenix born No. 1 draft pick: the War- cess, as the Tigers were only son. He also shot 58 percent 2. LA Lakers 35. Boston (from Minnesota via riors’ Andrew Bogut (2005) 19-14 and missed the NCAA during last summer’s FIBA 3. Boston (from Brooklyn) Phoenix) 4. Phoenix 36. Milwaukee (from New Or- and the Cavaliers’ Kyrie Irving Tournament, ending Sim- Asia Championships, helping 5. Minnesota leans via Sacramento) (2011). mons’ season before many ca- China qualify for the Olym- 6. New Orleans 37. Houston (from New York via 7. Denver (from New York) Sacramento and Portland) Now Ben Simmons might be sual fans could see him. Like pics. 8. Sacramento 38. Milwaukee next to go from Down Under to Irving, his father played pro- 9. Toronto (from Denver via New 39. New Orleans (from Denver JUAN HERNANGOMEZ, SPAIN York) via Philadelphia) the very top of the NBA draft. fessionally in Australia. 10. Milwaukee 40. New Orleans (from Sac.) The LSU freshman is consid- Could be ready for the leap 11. Orlando 41. Orlando JAMAL MURRAY, CANADA 12. Utah 42. Utah ered the likely choice when to the NBA after playing the 13. Phoenix (from Washington) 43. Houston the Philadelphia 76ers make Only Stephen Curry (122) last three seasons for Estudi- 14. Chicago 44. Atlanta (from Washington) 15. Denver (from Houston) 45. Boston (from Memphis via the first pick in the draft made more 3-pointers as a antes in Spain. The 6-foot-9 16. Boston (from Dallas) Dallas) Thursday night in New York. freshman than Murray’s 113 forward’s playing time and 17. Memphis 46. Dallas 18. Detroit 47. Orlando (from Chicago) Simmons, who moved to the last season at Kentucky, when production made a huge jump 19. Denver (from Portland) 48. Chicago (from Portland via U.S. as a high school sopho- the 6-4 guard averaged 20 this past season in the strong 20. Indiana Cleveland) 21. Atlanta 49. Detroit more, would be the third inter- points. That’s the highest scor- ACB League following his im- 22. Charlotte 50. Indiana national player in four years ing average for a Wildcats pressive run in last summer’s 23. Boston 51. Boston (from Miami) 24. Philadelphia (from Miami via 52. Utah (from Bos. via Mem.) to be selected first, joining Ca- player under John Calipari, Under-20 European Champion- Cleveland) 53. Denver (from Charlotte via nadians Anthony Bennett but Murray’s most impressive ships, where he led the Span- 25. LA Clippers Oklahoma City) 26. Philadelphia (from Oklaho- 54. Atlanta (2013) and Andrew Wiggins play might’ve come before he ish with 14.2 points and 8.5 re- ma City via Denver and Cleve- 55. Brooklyn (from LA Clippers) (2014). arrived in Lexington, as he bounds per game. land) 56. Denver (from Oklahoma City) 27. Toronto 57. Memphis (from Toronto) Another player from Cana- scored 22 points — all in the 28. Phoenix (from Cleveland via 58. Boston (from Cleveland) da, Jamal Murray, could go fourth quarter and overtime TIMOTHÉ LUWAWU, FRANCE Boston) 59. Sacramento (from San Anto- 29. San Antonio nio) quickly, and as usual the draft — in leading the Canadians The Frenchmen says he ad- 30. Golden State 60. Utah (from Golden State) should include many more in- past the U.S. last summer in mires Paul George because of ternational players, most of the semifinals of the Pan Am his all-around play, and he’s NBA Draft early entries whom, unlike Simmons and Games. shown some of the same ver- By The Associated Press CC (Ala.), 6-9, freshman Murray, didn’t play college satility as Indiana’s All-Star Dejounte Murray, Washington, ball in the U.S. DRAGAN BENDER, CROATIA forward. The 6-foot-6 swing- Rosco Allen, Stanford, 6-9, junior 6-5, freshman Tony Anderson, Southeast Mis- Jamal Murray, Kentucky, 6-4, “I actually think we have a Following Kristaps Porzin- man averaged about 15 points souri State, 6-9, freshman freshman really solid group of interna- gis’ excellent rookie season for in a solid first season playing Brandon Austin, Northwest Flor- Mamadou Ndiaye, UC Irvine, 7-6, ida State, 6-6, sophomore junior tional prospects that frankly the New York Knicks, another in Serbia for Mega Leks of the Wade Baldwin IV, Vanderbilt, Chris Obekpa, St. John’s, 6-10, might be better than some of 7-footer with 3-point range Adriatic League, after opting 6-3, sophomore junior Anthony “Cat” Barber, N.C. Goodluck Okonoboh, UNLV , the American prospects that could be picked early. The 7-1 to withdraw from the 2015 State, 6-2, junior 6-10, sophomore are going ahead of them be- Bender, who made his profes- NBA draft. That decision Malik Beasley, Florida State, 6-5, Chinanu Onuaku, Louisville, freshman 6-10, sophomore cause of the familiarity that’s sional debut at age 15, shot 41 should pay off with a first- DeAndre Bembry, Saint Jo- Jakob Poeltl, Utah, 7-0, sopho- there,” ESPN draft analyst percent from behind the arc round selection this time. seph’s, 6-6, junior more Chad Ford said, predicting for Maccabi Tel Aviv during Ben Bentil, Providence, 6-9, Tim Quarterman, LSU, 6-6, junior F URKAN KORKMAZ, TURKEY sophomore Jalen Reynolds, Xavier, 6-10, ju- perhaps as many as seven or the 2015-16 Israeli League reg- Jaylen Brown, California, 6-7, nior freshman Malachi Richardson, Syracuse, eight international players in ular season. Listed at just 220 Will arrive in the NBA with Lamous Brown, Utah State-East- 6-6, freshman the first round. pounds, he will likely need to important professional experi- ern CC, 7-0, sophomore Domantas Sabonis, Gonzaga, bulk up for NBA play, but he’s ence under his belt as a two- Kareem Canty, Auburn, 6-0, ju- 6-11, sophomore The record for international nior Wayne Selden Jr., Kansas, 6-5, first-round picks is 12 in 2013. unlikely to last longer than time All-Star playing for Efes Robert Carter Jr., Maryland, 6-9, junior New Orleans at the No. 6 pick. in the Turkish League. Good junior Ingrid Sewa, Arizona Western A look at some of the possi- Marquese Chriss, Washington, CC, 6-9, sophomore bilities this year: size for a guard at 6-7, he won 6-9, freshman Pascal Siakam, New Mexico ZHO U QI, CHINA the Turkish League’s dunk Deyonta Davis, Michigan State, State, 6-9, sophomore BEN SIMMONS, AUSTRALIA 6-10, freshman Ben Simmons, LSU, 6-10, fresh- Led the Chinese Basketball contest at its All-Star event Cheick Diallo, Kansas, 6-9, fresh- man The versatile 6-foot-10 for- Association in blocked shots while also making nearly 50 man Diamond Stone, Maryland, 6-11, Kris Dunn, Providence, 6-4, ju- freshman ward who turns 20 next month for the second straight season, percent of his 3-pointers in nior Isaiah Taylor, Texas, 6-1, junior averaged 19.2 points, 11.8 re- averaging 3.2 in 2015-16 for Turkish Superleague action. Henry Ellenson, Marquette, 6-11, Tyler Ulis, Kentucky, 5-9, sopho- freshman more Kay Felder, Oakland, 5-9, junior Brannen Greene, Kansas, 6-7, ju- Aaron Valdes, Hawaii, 6-5, junior nior James Webb III, Boise State, 6-9, Daniel Hamilton, UConn, 6-7, junior sophomore Isaiah Whitehead, Seton Hall, Cedric Happi Noube, Virginia 6-4, sophomore Devin Williams, West Virginia, Celtics’ draft night likely busy thanks to cache of picks Union, 6-7, junior Jordan Hare, Rhode Island, 6-10, 6-9, junior junior Troy Williams, Indiana, 6-7, ju- By KYLE HIGHTOWER Brandon Ingram, Duke, 6-9, nior ing Thursday night’s draft, in- crop, his approach remains freshman Stephen Zimmerman, UNLV, 7-0, The Associated Press cluding the No. 3 overall selec- unchanged. He is, however, al- Demetrius Jackson, Notre Dame, freshman 6-1, junior International Players tion, as well as two more in lowing for the likelihood that Julian Jacobs, Southern Cal, 6-4, Gracin Bakumanya, Antibes, BOSTON — Danny Ainge the first round. It’s again there other teams will offer to junior France, 7-0 Stefan Jankovic, Hawaii, 6-11, Dragan Bender, Maccabi Tel became a marvel among his placed the Celtics president of trade up. junior Aviv, Israel, 7-0 fellow league executives in basketball operations in a “It’s figuring out who’s in the Anthony January, CS San Ber- Isaia Cordinier, Denain, France, nardino, 6-8, sophomore 6-5 2007 when he pulled together unique spotlight — and bar- draft and who is the best fit for Damian Jones, Vanderbilt, 7-0, Petr Cornelie, Le Mans, France, the megadeal that became gaining position — as the Bos- us,” he said. “We’ll also proba- junior 6-11 Derrick Jones Jr., UNLV, 6-7, Juancho Hernangomez, Estudi- Boston’s Big Three and led to ton looks to use the draft as a bly get some calls for (the No. 3 freshman antes, Spain, 6-9 an NBA title. springboard back into the pick), that’s what my guess is. Nikola Jovanovic, Southern Cal, Furkan Korkmaz, Efes, Turkey, 6-11, junior 6-7 Nine years later, the Celtics Eastern Conference’s top tier. So there’ll probably be some Skal Labissiere, Kentucky, 6-11, Timothe Luwawu, Mega Leks, president of basketball opera- The draft once had as many discussion on that, too.” freshman Serbia, 6-7 Jermaine Lawrence, Manhattan, Georgios Papagiannis, Pan- tions is again primed to pull as 21 rounds in 1968. It re- The premium on picks is 6-10, sophomore athinaikos, Greece, 7-2 off some offseason magic, and duced from three to its current even higher considering that Thon Maker, Orangeville Prep/ Guerschon Yabusele, Rouen, Athlete Institute, 7-0, Post-Grad- France, 6-7 he’s hoping a cache of draft incarnation of two rounds in beyond Ben Simmons and uate Rade Zagorac, Mega Leks, Ser- picks he’s collected can serve 1989. Since then, the highest Brandon Ingram, who are ex- Emmanuel Malou, Yuba CC bia, 6-10 (Calif.), 6-9, sophomore Zhou Qi, Xinjiang, China, 7-2 as both his four-leaf clover number of picks by one team pected to go to the 76ers and Patrick McCaw, UNLV, 6-7, soph- Ante Zizic, Cibona, Croatia, 6-11 and magic wand. was 14 by the 76ers in 2014. Lakers in the first two picks, omore Ivica Zubac, Mega Leks, Serbia, Zak McLaughlin, Gadsden State 7-0 The Celtics have a total of Ainge said even with so opinions on the next top pros- eight picks to play with enter- many bites at this year’s draft pect vary greatly. | Wednesday, June 22, 2016 The SUMTER ITEM B B66 | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 sSPORTSports THE SUMTER ITEM college baseball PRO FOOTBALL Seahawks give rookies course in NFL transition By TIM BOOTH mation they need. It’s educa- The Associated Press tion the team provided in the past, but now in a more formal RENTON, Wash. — Pete program. Carroll stood at the front of “They’ve been with us since the auditorium just like he May 9 so we had nothing but would for any other meeting time,” said Mo Kelly, vice pres- as the head coach of the Seat- ident of player development. tle Seahawks. “It’s a redundancy type deal. But his words Monday were They can never hear it enough. brief, poignant and directed We’ve talked to them on fi- just at his newest players. And nances, I don’t know how they had nothing to do with many meetings we’ve had so what these rookies end up far, but guess what? They’re doing on the field. still going to make mistakes. “It’s so important to us to They’re still young men. help you guys figure out what They’re still growing up. Imag- is coming,” Carroll said. ine if you were 21 years old When the NFL did away with with a lot of money in your its rookie symposium in Can- pocket. That’s the thing I keep ton, Ohio, it put the onus back thinking about it is they’re on the teams to organize three young individuals, they’re days of rookie transition edu- going to make mistakes and we cation after the completion of have to be here to help them The Associated Press their minicamps and before when they make mistakes.” Oklahoma State starting pitcher Tyler Buffett limited Arizona to three hits over eight innings in players head off on their sum- Seattle’s program was Monday’s 1-0 win in the College World Series in Omaha, Neb. mer breaks. Seattle took it a opened to the media Monday step further, creating an edu- and included a history lesson cation program that started on the franchise and a panel following the completion of the discussion with former players C owboys ride Buffett’s Seahawks’ rookie minicamp Bryce Fisher, Jordan Babi- the second week of May and neaux, Marcus Trufant and will conclude with the manda- Hall of Fame offensive tackle tory three days this week. Walter Jones on the lessons gem to 1-0 CWS victory The reason for such an ex- learned and pitfalls to avoid. tensive program: The Se- Much of the conversation re- By ERIC OLSON enough on offense against not get very many good ahawks don’t believe three volved around finances and The Associated Press an outstanding pitcher. Our swings off of him. He was days is enough to adequately the circle of friends and family kids came up one run better doing something — hiding provide rookies with the infor- suddenly looking for money. OMAHA, Neb. — Oklaho- tonight. They continue to the ball, moving the fastball ma State has scored only play at a high level. We’re in and out. He started throw- two runs in its first two Col- pitching the ball, catching ing his breaker for a strike, lege World Series games. the ball and playing good and then Cobb’s stuff in the With eight free agents in all, When a team is pitching like team baseball.” ninth was really good.” warriors Myers insists he is in no posi- the Cowboys have been late- Oklahoma State (43-20) Buffett has allowed two From Page B1 tion to start guessing who ly, two is enough. scored in the fourth when runs in 22 innings in the na- could return at this early Tyler Buffett limited Ari- Donnie Walton doubled and tional tournament. The ju- making decisions.” stage. A year ago after captur- zona to three hits over eight came home on Garrett nior from Albuquerque, a Myers made one thing clear ing the first championship for innings, and Oklahoma Benge’s single. Otherwise, seventh-round draft pick of Tuesday: Amid all the specula- the franchise in 40 years, Gold- State took command of its Buffett and Arizona starter the Houston Astros, is a dis- tion about their futures, free en State kept its roster togeth- bracket in the College World Bobby Dalbec (10-5) matched tant cousin of billionaire in- agents-to-be Harrison Barnes er for another special season Series with a 1-0 victory zeroes through eight innings vestor Warren Buffett, who and Festus Ezeli will be evalu- that included a record 73 wins Monday night. the same way the Cowboys’ lives in Omaha. The two met ated by more than just their to break the 1995-96 Chicago The Cowboys, who beat Thomas Hatch did with UC for the first time Sunday. poor performances in the post- Bulls’ mark after a record 24-0 UC Santa Barbara by the Santa Barbara’s Shane “I felt all right, but the first season and finals. start. same score on Saturday, be- Bieber on Saturday. couple innings I wasn’t as “At this point it’s about “A lot of decisions that have came the first team in the Dalbec, drafted in the sharp as I want to be,” Buf- what do you do to make sure to made,” MVP Stephen Curry CWS’ 70 years to win back- fourth round by Boston, fett said. “Around the fourth that it doesn’t happen again?” said. “We’ve got a great roster to-back 1-0 games. held the Cowboys to five hits inning I felt I got a little tun- forward Draymond Green said that’s accomplished a lot.” Buffett (9-3) walked two and struck out a career-high nel vision and started find- of the finals collapse. “I’m not These days, Myers said the and struck out six in the lon- 12 for the Wildcats (45-22). ing the command necessary the GM of this team, so I don’t Warriors have built a desir- gest outing of his career. Oklahoma State has at this level. Then having make any decisions or make able culture that players want Trey Cobb took over in the played 19 straight shutout those guys make plays be- any changes to our roster. to be a part of under the lead- ninth and earned his sixth innings since super region- hind me helped everything That’s not up to me. I do what ership of NBA Coach of the save. als and has allowed only six out, like the first play of the I do, that’s play the game. Ev- Year Steve Kerr. Owner Joe “Pitching and defense are runs through seven NCAA game. It was one of the best erything else will take care of Lacob “is aggressive when he at a premium, it’s safe to Tournament games. plays I’ve ever seen.” itself, whether that’s the same wakes up in the morning, he’s say,” OSU coach Josh Holli- “Tyler Buffett, the story of The game was delayed 2 15 guys, whether that’s 10 of aggressive when he goes to day said. “Tyler Buffett was the night,” Arizona coach hours, 21 minutes because the 15 guys, whether that’s 12 bed,” Myers said of continuing outstanding. We did just Jay Johnson said. “We did of lightning in the area. of the 15 guys.” to build and improve.

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TENNIS Parks, sponsored by Palmetto The camp will run from 8 p.m. Barnes at (803) 481-4480. Tennis Center, will be held on a.m. to noon each day and is For more information, con- PTC SUMMER CAMP Saturday at Swan Lake Park open to children ages 6-17. The tact Granderson James at (803) VOLLEYBALL Registration for the first from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. cost is $35 per student. 968-2391 or [email protected] PTC Summer Tennis Camp at The event is open to chil- Registration forms are avail- or Richard Geddings at (803) Officials needed Palmetto Tennis Center will dren ages 5-12 with demon- able in the school’s main office 468-8858. The South Carolina Inde- end on Friday at noon. strations from a PTC profes- or by calling SHS boys head pendent School Association is The camp will run from sional. coach Shawn Jones at (803) SUMTER HIGH CAMP looking for anyone interested June 27 through July 1 from 9 Events at Shaw Park on July 467-3874. Sumter High School will in being a volleyball official. a.m. to noon each day. The 16 and Birnie Park on July 30 have a football camp July 13-14 Those who are interested camp is open to boys and girls will run from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. FOOTBALL from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the would have to be able to work ages 5-13 and the cost is $125 For more information, call school’s practice field. matches starting around 4 per camper. PTC at (803) 774-3969. OFFICIALS MEETINGS The camp is open to chil- p.m. There will be several For more information, call The Santee Wateree Football dren who have completed meetins with classroom and Palmetto Tennis Center at BASKETBALL Officials Association is hold- grades 2 through 7. The camp on-the-floor teaching. (803) 774-3969 or go to www. ing training classes for pro- is free, but pre-registration is For more information con- palmettotenniscenter.com. SUMTER HIGH CAMP spective officials for the 2016 required by June 30. tact Teddy Weeks, SCISA Dis- Sumter High School will football season. Forms are available in the trict Director of Officials, at TwilighT t ennis in Parks have a basketball camp July The classes will be held on school’s main office or by call- [email protected] or at (803) Twilight Tennis in the 11-15 in its main gymnasium. Mondays beginning at 6:30 ing SHS head coach Mark 446-3379.

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LEON SAMUELS children, Janice L. Deaton son; and sisters, Inez Ar- REBECCA G. GAMBLE announced by Bullock Funer- Leon Samuels died on (Kenneth Meggs) of Gaston, rants and Bunell McCoy. SUMMERVILLE — Rebecca al Home. Tuesday, June 21, 2016. Robert E. Hicks Jr. of Funeral services will be Graham Gamble, formally of Funeral arrangements are Tampa, Florida, and Gladys held at 11 a.m. Thursday in New Zion, 78, widow of David incomplete and will be an- McLeod of Panama City, the Elmore-Cannon-Ste- Augustus Gamble, died Mon- nounced later by Bowman’s Florida; grandchildren, phens Funeral Home chapel day, June 20, 2016, at the Funeral Home of Timmons- Vickie Rivera (Fabian), Eliza- with the Rev. Dale Turner of- home of her daughter and ville. beth Devoll, Becki Robinson ficiating. Burial will be in son-in-law, Mable and Donald The family is receiving (Will), Tracy Meggs, Kevin the Evergreen Memorial Murray, 116 Savannah River friends at 212 S. Kershaw St., Meggs, Angela Heminridge Park Cemetery. Drive, Summerville. She was Timmonsville. and Adrian Meggs; great- The family will receive born August 6, 1937, in New MARY W. ANDERSON grandchildren, Mason Rive- friends from 6 to 8 p.m. today Zion, a daughter of the late MARIE J. HICKS ra, Olivia Meggs, Bella at Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Heyward Graham and Marie Mary W. Anderson, 94, died GASTON — Marie J. Meggs, Alex Williams, Haley Funeral Home. Brand Graham. on Monday, June 20, 2016, at Hicks, 86, widow of Robert E. Robinson and Lindsey Robin- Memorials may be made to These services have been her residence. Hicks Sr., died Monday, June son; and a sister, Alberta Ivy, the Susan G. Komen for the entrusted to Samuels Funeral Arrangements are incom- 20, 2016, at her home. of Greenville. Cure Foundation, P.O. Box Home LLC, Manning. plete at this time and will be Born May 17, 1930, in Lee She was preceded in death 650309, Dallas, TX 75262-0309 announced by Bullock Funer- County, she was a daughter by three children, Carol De- or to the Alzheimer’s Associ- SARA BROWN al Home. of the late Leonard Vance voll, Linda Humphries and ation, Palmetto Chapter, 4124 Sara Kathryn Coker Brown, and Juanita Hancock John- Gail Turner; her first hus- Clemson Blvd., Suite L, An- 82, beloved wife of the late Le- son. She was retired from band, Joseph “Jake” Cook; derson, SC 29621. land Edward Brown Sr., died Exide Battery in Sumter and brothers, Woodrow Johnson, Elmore-Cannon-Stephens on Monday, June 20, 2016, at was a member of the VFW Willie Johnson, Joe Johnson, Funeral Home and Cremato- Palmetto Health Tuomey. Ladies’ Auxillary. Robbie Johnson, Hillard rium of Sumter is in charge Arrangements are incom- Survivors include three Johnson and Edgebert John- of the arrangements. plete at this time and will be WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 CLASSIFIEDS THE ITEM B7 803-774-1234 OR TO PLACE YOUR AD ONLINE GO TO WWW.THE ITEM.COM/PLACEMYAD CLASSIFIED DEADLINES 11:30 a.m. the day before for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday edition. 9:30 a.m. Friday for Saturday’s edition 11:30 a.m. Friday for Sunday’s edition. We will be happy to change your ad if an error is made; however we are not responsible for errors after the first run day. We CLASSIFIEDS shall not be liable for any loss or expense that results from the printing or omission of an advertisement. We reserve the right to edit, refuse or cancel any ad at any time.

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PHOTOS PROVIDED Among the entries in the Sumter Artists’ Guild show at the Sumter County Gallery of Art is Carole Carberry’s Salt Marsh Sentry. The show opens with a reception Thursday evening. Artists’ guild celebrates 50 years

BY IVY MOORE lor of arts degree from Cornell College [email protected] in Mount Vernon, Iowa, is in art and history; her master of arts from the t Thursday’s opening of the 2016 Sumter Artists’ Guild Show, the University of Washington and her Sumter County Gallery of Art and guild members will celebrate Ph.D., specializing in modern art, is from the Ohio State University. Athe 50th anniversary of the organization. An opening reception Walworth was Curatorial Fellow for will be held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the gallery where the exhibition can Artistic Luxury: Fabergé, Tiffany, Lalique at the Cleveland Museum of be seen through Aug. 26. Art (2006–08), and was Curatorial Re- search Assistant for Silver to Steel: The Karen Watson, executive director of Modern Designs of Peter Muller-Munk the gallery, noted that the Sumter Art- WANT TO GO at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pitts- ists’ Guild is quite large and active, with WHAT: 50th anniversary Sumter Artists’ burgh (2014–16). She has been an inde- “a membership that includes amateur Guild Show pendent art writer, contemporary art (and) professional artists and art enthu- WHERE: Sumter County Gallery of Art, 200 curator and exhibiting artist. siasts.” Hasell St., in the Sumter County Cultural In her curatorial statement, Walworth Established in 1966 by some of the ar- Center, adjacent to Patriot Hall wrote: “ ... With no preference for one ea’s most prominent artists and sup- particular style, and no bias toward ei- WHEN: from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday porters, the guild states its mission as ther abstraction or figuration, I look for “to promote, support and foster interest PHONE: Contact the gallery at (803) 0543 authenticity and a coming into one’s in art and to create an opportunity for own artistic hand that is sure and dis- our community of artists to engage in tinctive. I want to feel a sense of calm in cooperative artistic enterprises and to County Gallery of Art and many build- Pearly Palmetto by Sumter Artists’ Guild front of a work because it is so satisfy- be further active in supporting a variety ings in Sumter, and who was a great member Trisha King can be viewed in the ingly resolved, or a little jolt of intellec- of activities associated with art educa- friend of the gallery, often volunteering guild’s art show and competition begin- tual joy because it says something about tion, art instruction and art apprecia- his time and services to the gallery. ning with Thursday night’s opening, dur- the world that hadn’t been said.” tion in our community.” Third prize will be the Dr. Wendell Levi ing which several prizes will be awarded. Winners of all awards will be an- Watson said the guild was instrumen- Jr. and Patty Levi Barnett Bronze Prize nounced during Thursday’s opening. tal in founding the Sumter County Gal- in honor of (the) two devoted siblings always welcome. Watson noted that, like all exhibitions lery of Art. (who were twins) and benefactors of the Outgoing president is Carole Carber- at the gallery, “this is a true community In celebration of the guild’s half cen- gallery. The Levi Barnett Gallery at ry, and incoming president is Michael effort – especially since this show fea- tury, the prize money has been doubled, SCGA is named in honor of Dr. Levi, his Duffy. For more about the Sumter Art- tures all local artists. This exhibition Watson said. wife Katie and Patty Barnett.” ists’ Guild, follow its Facebook page. would not be possible without the sup- “The Sumter County Gallery of Art is Watson said the Sumter Artists’ Guild “The Guild Show is a ‘judged’ show, port of James, DuRant, Matthews & also taking the opportunity to remem- Show is the most popular and well-at- not a juried show, so every piece of art- Shelley Architects, The Historic Sumter ber several dear people, important to tended exhibition the gallery presents. work entered will be displayed,” Watson Neighborhood Association, Elmore Hill the gallery and the guild, who passed “The influx of work by new artists, said. “The gallery is excited to offer the McCreight Funeral Home & Crematory, away in the past year and a half, by de- coupled with the high quality work by Ray Davenport People’s Choice Award. Harkey Chiropractic, Black River Elec- noting the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Peoples’ longtime guild artists, results in a fresh This seems fitting because Ray truly tric Cooperative, Karen Watson in mem- Choice awards in their names,” she and diverse Sumter Artists’ Guild Show was the people’s artist in Sumter. This ory of John Watson, and the Evening said. “First prize will be the Helen and – a treat for art lovers in Sumter and is a wonderful way for the Sumter com- Pilot Club, which provides the recep- Charles ‘Pap’ Propst Gold Prize in surrounding areas,” she said. munity to get involved and to spend tion. honor of two longtime patrons of the The guild’s monthly meetings include time with the art. The Sumter Artists’ The public is invited to the 5:30 to 7:30 gallery and the arts in Sumter. Dr. demonstrations by artists, lectures, Guild Show also provides a great oppor- p.m. opening reception for the 50th an- Propst was also a noted developmental show and tell and more. Members host tunity to purchase high-quality art at niversary Sumter Artists’ Guild Show pediatrician and researcher. a Christmas party, a spring picnic and, reasonable prices.” at the Sumter County Gallery of Art, “Second prize will be the J. Eugene in collaboration with the Sumter Coun- Catherine Walworth, the new curator 200 Hasell St. in the Sumter County Cul- Matthews Silver Prize in honor of the ty Gallery of Art, the annual Holiday at the Columbia Museum of Art, is the tural Center, adjacent to Patriot Hall. lead architect who designed the Sumter Mart in December. New members are judge for this show. Walworth’s bache- Contact the gallery at (803) 775-0543. C2 | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 FOOD THE SUMTER ITEM Puffs make childhood treat extra special BY ELIZABETH KARMEL The Associated Press

When I was growing up, my father would take us to get fresh hot doughnuts from Krispy Kreme every Sunday. The cake doughnuts, covered in peanuts or dipped in sprin- kles, were always my favorite. And to this day, I crave cake doughnuts. Fast forward 20 years to the time when both my sister and I lived in the same New York neighborhood. There was a fantastic bakery nearby where the counters were piled high with zucchini bread, apple walnut muffins, whoopie pies. As a cook myself, I loved the setup as much as the pastries. It was an open commissary kitchen with a walk-up coun- ter for ordering. As you waited in line, you could watch the bakers make all manner of homespun baked goods. Among the array of delicious- ness displayed on the counter was what looked like a mini muffin coated in cinnamon and sugar. The texture of the crumb inside was less dense and more cake than muffin, and it had a cinnamon flavor THE ASSOCIATED PRESS and a pop of nutmeg. It was Puffs, which look like a mini muffin coated in cinnamon sugar, were created by Elizabeth Karmel based on her memory of a favorite sweet she called a “puff,” or at least that and her sister used to enjoy in a New York bakery. is what my sister and I called it. A puff with a double-shot cappuccino was morning heav- en. BAKED CINNAMON-SUGAR DOUGHNUT PUFFS milk, butter and vanilla. Add wet mixture to dry and stir a little at a My sister moved out of the time until combined. neighborhood years before I WITH DARK CHOCOLATE DIPPING SAUCE Spoon the batter into prepared mini muffin tins or regular muffin tins. The easiest way to do this is by transferring the batter (which is too relocated. Because the bak- Start to finish: 45 minutes fairly thin) to a liquid measuring cup and pouring into tin. ery is no longer close, I decid- Servings: 6 Bake for 16-18 minutes for minis, or until a toothpick inserted in the ed that I should try to re-cre- 2 cups all-purpose flour center of the muffin comes out clean. The tops of the muffins will look ate those puffs. A Google 1 1/2 cups granulated white sugar dry and slightly nubby. search brought up dozens of 2 teaspoons baking powder In a second shallow bowl, mix sugar, cinnamon and sea salt togeth- images for what resembled the 1 generous teaspoon ground cinnamon er. mini bites of heaven, but it 1 scant teaspoon ground nutmeg, preferably fresh ground When “puffs” are done, remove from muffin tin after about 2-3 min- was amazing how the actual Pinch of cardamom utes and place on cooling rack. Let cool on the rack for about 1 minute. recipes varied greatly and how 1/2 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt While the muffins are still warm, swirl them entirely in cinnamon-sugar few delivered. 2 large eggs, lightly beaten mixture. Finally, I hit upon a recipe 1 cup whole milk with more sugar and more Place muffin back on cooling rack to cool. Eat when cool with or 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted milk, making a thinner, more without chocolate dipping sauce, and place any leftovers in an airtight 2 teaspoons pure vanilla cake-like batter. I increased container. Topping: the cinnamon and nutmeg and They will keep for 3 days. 1/2 cup granulated white sugar added a pinch of lemony car- For dipping sauce: Make the chocolate sauce up to 2 days in ad- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon damom to round out the warm vance. Heat cream to almost boiling, remove from heat and add choco- 1/8 teaspoon fine-grain sea salt spices — and frankly, just be- late. Stir until melted and well combined. Add liquor and vanilla, stir- cause I love cardamom. The ring constantly. If you like it a little sweeter, add sugar, otherwise leave Dark Chocolate Dipping Sauce advantage of the sweeter, as is. The doughnuts are covered in cinnamon sugar, so I like the choc- 6 ounces bittersweet or semi-sweet chocolate (chips or chopped block lighter cake is that they will olate sauce without any added sugar. chocolate) last up to three days in an air- Cover with plastic wrap and set aside, or refrigerate. tight container. In fact, I think 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream 1 tablespoon Bourbon (or liqueur such as Kahlua, Frangelico, etc.,), Nutrition information per serving: 676 calories; 201 calories from fat; 22 g fat (13 g that they are better the next saturated; 0 g trans fats); 109 mg cholesterol; 360 mg sodium; 113 g carbohydrate; 9 g day, making them ideal for a optional fiber; 77 g sugar; 9 g protein. Father’s Day breakfast. Make 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract them on Saturday and serve 1-2 tablespoons granulated sugar, if desired EDITOR’S NOTE: Elizabeth Karmel is a barbecue and South- them on Sunday. ern foods expert. She is the chef and pitmaster at online retail- These are so good that I Preheat oven to 350 F. er CarolinaCueToGo.com and author of three books, including often make them for dessert Sift the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, cardamom “Taming the Flame.” and serve them with a dark and salt into a large bowl. In a second bowl, whisk together the eggs, chocolate dipping sauce.

Creamy Buffalo Potato Salad a good dish for Fourth of July

BY SARA MOULTON the usual choice. You want a The Associated Press salad with texture and integ- CREAMY BUFFALO POTATO SALAD rity, not a mealy mess. But Preparation time: hicken wings are for this recipe, you also want Start to finish: 1 hour wonderful, but Buf- the russet’s ability to absorb flavor. So I opted for both. As (30 minutes active) falo Chicken Wings predicted, the baking potatoes 1 lb. medium boiling C potatoes, scrubbed are on another level — and fell apart and generously ab- sorbed the blue cheese and and sliced ¼-inch that’s thanks to the sauce. hot sauce. Unpredictably, but thick, preferably Defined by blue cheese, happily, they also helped using a mandoline make the salad’s texture (please use the celery and hot sauce, Buf- extra creamy. The boiling po- guard) falo sauce could glorify tatoes likewise did their part, 1 small baking potato acting as bricks to the baking (about ½ pound), any number of dishes. potatoes’ mortar. peeled and sliced (Imagine how luscious it To “pre-season” the pota- 1/4-inch thick, toes, toss them with vinegar preferably using a would be on a steak!) and salt while they’re still mandoline (please Looking ahead to the hot, just after you’ve boiled use the guard) them but before adding the 1/4 cup cider vinegar Fourth of July and its pic- dressing. Fifteen minutes 1 1/2 teaspoons nics, I wondered what later the potatoes will have kosher salt fully absorbed the pre-season- 1/3 cup mayonnaise would happen if I ings — and become that 1/4 cup sour cream or Buffalo’d some potato much more flavorful — and plain no-fat Greek you’re then free to slather yogurt salad. them in the mayo and sour 2 ounces crumbled There are two main kinds cream. blue cheese of potatoes: baking and boil- Potatoes, like pasta, not (preferably the soft, ing. Baking potatoes (aka rus- only absorb liquid, but they creamy kind) sets, the most famous of also keep absorbing it until 1 to 2 teaspoons hot which is the Idaho) are high- there’s none left. That means sauce or to taste er in starch than boiling pota- the potato salad that was so 1/2 cup finely toes and fluffier in texture, nice and creamy when you chopped celery plus celery leaves for garnish falling apart when cooked. first dressed it may have Black pepper Excellent sponges for such dried out 15 minutes later. If In a medium saucepan combine the potatoes with cold, lightly salted water to cover by 2 inches and flavorful ingredients as cream that happens, just stir in a lit- bring the water to a boil. Simmer the potatoes until they are just tender when pierced with the tip of a and butter, baking potatoes tle cold water and the silki- knife, about 5 to 7 minutes. are your go-to choice when ness will return. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk together the vinegar and the salt until the salt is dissolved. When the the ultimate plan is to mash As is, this recipe may strike potatoes are tender, drain and add them immediately to the bowl with the vinegar mixture. Toss the pota- them. Boiling potatoes, by some folks as overly rich. If contrast, hold their shape you want to slim it down, toes well with the vinegar mixture and let cool to room temperature, about 30 minutes. when cooked. They’re sweet- swap in light mayonnaise for Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, blue cheese, hot sauce, chopped celery and pepper to taste to the po- er than baking potatoes and the regular kind and Greek tatoes and toss well. If the potato salad seems dry, stir in some cold water and toss again. Transfer to a serv- boast a more assertive potato yogurt for the sour cream. ing bowl and garnish with the celery leaves. Makes 6 servings. taste. The flavor will still be plenty Nutrition information per serving: 215 calories; 124 calories from fat; 14 g fat (4 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 19 mg cholesterol; 655 The best potato for a potato large, and you likely won’t mg sodium; 18 g carbohydrate; 2 g fiber; 2 g sugar; 5 g protein. salad? Boiling potatoes are miss the extra calories. THE SUMTER ITEM FOOD WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 | C3 Cinnamon Biscuit Berry Shortcakes aren’t short on flavor

BY MELISSA D’ARABIAN Greek yogurt subs in for the The Associated Press traditional heavy cream and buttermilk. The berries are Strawberry shortcake has al- made perfectly tangy and sweet ways been a favorite dessert of with some balsamic vinegar mine — it reminds me of the and brown sugar, an homage to carefree days of summer at my my grandma who used apple grandparent’s house, where cider vinegar in just about ev- we’d buy strawberries by the erything, including her berries pound and eat them in just for shortcake. Balsamic is a lit- about everything. tle sweeter and more balanced Our family always preferred than apple cider vinegar, so it’s the biscuit shortcake to the a nice upgrade. spongecake variety, which was The final touches of mint and too sweet and ruined the straw- orange zest add nuanced flavor, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Cinnamon Biscuit Berry Shortcakes include a little extra fiber and protein by subbing out half the white berries, according to my grand- so the berries shine through ma. I think she was right — a without a ton of extra sugar. flour with whole wheat flour. light fluffy biscuit with just a touch of sweetness and enough heft to handle seriously juicy berries is the ticket to perfect shortcake. Because we eat shortcake all summer, I’ve created a recipe that includes a little extra fiber and protein by subbing out half the white flour with whole wheat flour (whole wheat pas- try flour is particularly great for baked goods if you happen to have some). But with the husk and germ of the wheat comes a slightly darker, nuttier color, which isn’t quite what children may be craving for dessert. My easy solution: Em- brace the beautiful brown color and enhance it with a little cin- namon. Suddenly, wheaty biscuits are transformed into cinnamon shortbread in the eyes of my kiddos. And the flaky texture comes from just a little bit of butter, while low-fat plain

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BY KEVIN MCDONOUGH A prominent family with po- litical ambitions finds itself linked to an infamous crime. Wasn’t that the plot to ABC’s just-canceled “The Family”? It also describes “American Gothic” (10 p.m., CBS, TV-14), a much worse show in almost every way imaginable. We’re supposed to believe that somebody in this very fa- mous clan is actually linked to or may be the notorious “Silver Bell Killer.” And that he or she actually kept evidence, clip- pings and a box of silver bells tucked away in the garage. Since so many secrets are ba- sically given away in the pilot, the series will milk tension and drama from the lengths family members will go to protect their reputations and perhaps even their very lives from the possible killer(s) in their imme- diate gene pool. Look for Virginia Madsen as the icy matriarch capable of just about anything. In addition to being pretty obvious and spectacularly un- original, the story includes a disturbed child who may be a chip off the old serial killing block. I fully expect the small CHRISTOS KALOHORIDIS / CBS audience for “Gothic” will van- Virginia Madsen stars as Madeline Hawthorne, the matriarch of a prominent Boston family that is reeling in the wake of the chilling discovery ish once the kid starts dismem- that someone in their midst is linked to an infamous string of murders, on “American Gothic,” premiering at 10 p.m. today on CBS. bering cats. Except for the animal mutila- tion, it’s all a bit silly. The A casual glance at tonight’s TV-PG) offers tips to would-be TV-PG) * Professional procras- Adia Victoria are booked on premise reminds me of the 1993 cable offerings yields more builders of cruise ships, pipe tination on “Fresh Off the Boat” “The Late Show With Stephen Col- Mike Myers comedy “So I Mar- than a generation of franchise organs and attack helicopters. (10 p.m., ABC, r, TV-PG) * bert” (11:35 p.m., CBS) * Jimmy ried an Axe Murderer.” I al- and idea recycling: “The Man- Spring fever on “The Real Fallon welcomes Gordon Ram- most wish “Gothic” had been churian Candidate” (7:15 p.m., O’Neals” (10 p.m., ABC, r, TV- say, Elle Fanning and Mackl- played for sick laughs. It’s more Sho2); “3:10 to Yuma” (7:45 p.m., CULT CHOICE PG). emore and Ryan Lewis on “The than halfway to farce. ShoExtreme); “Night at the Mu- The 2014 documentary “Meet Tonight Show” (11:35 p.m., NBC) • The debut of “American seum: Battle of the Smithsonian” the Hitlers” (9:30 p.m., Sho 2) * Blake Lively and Finesse Gothic” follows the two-hour (8 p.m., FXM); “Rush Hour 3” (8 spans the globe to find people LATE NIGHT Mitchell visit “Late Night With 18th season premiere of CBS’ p.m., MTV); “Shaft” (8:15 p.m., who share a reviled last name Mark Halperin and John Seth Meyers” (12:35 a.m., NBC) * summer shut-in series “Big Showtime); “Land of the Lost” (9 and discuss how that grim as- Heilemann are booked on “The Anna Kendrick, Jeff Goldblum Brother” (8 p.m.). Apparently, p.m., Syfy); “Vacation” (9:20 sociation has affected their Daily Show With Trevor Noah” (11 and the Claypool Lennon De- this year’s theme is “summer p.m., HBO2); “Star Trek III: The lives. p.m., Comedy Central) * Nor- lirium appear on “The Late Late vacation,” and each room Search for Spock” (9:30 p.m., man Reedus appears on Show With James Corden” (12:35 sports a travel and leisure BBC America); and “Miami “Conan” (11 p.m., TBS) * Expect a.m., CBS). motif. Because nothing says Vice” (10 p.m., Showtime). SERIES NOTES M1 on “The Nightly Show With “vacation” like not leaving the The competition continues Larry Wilmore” (11:30 p.m., Com- Copyright 2016 house. on “American Ninja Warrior” (8 edy Central) * Uzo Aduba and United Feature Syndicate • According to people who TONIGHT’S OTHER p.m., NBC, r, TV-PG) * Wedding HIGHLIGHTS follow such things, Hollywood plans on “MasterChef” (8 p.m., Subscribe today, is having a bad summer so far, • The master planner re- Fox, TV-14) * Sue spills on “The with audiences rejecting a vealed on “Wayward Pines” (9 Middle” (8 p.m., ABC, r, TV-PG) and stay in the loop spate of remakes and sequels p.m., Fox, TV-14). * Oliver and Diggle spat on like “Neighbors 2: Sorority Ris- • Chris Cuomo hosts a CNN “Arrow” (8 p.m., CW, r, TV-14) * (803) 774-1200 ing” and “Alice Through the Town Hall (9 p.m.), offering an A Weird Al song sparks trouble Looking Glass.” Some think introduction to the Libertarian on “The Goldbergs” (8:30 p.m., the problem is compounded by Party candidates. ABC, r, TV-PG) * Fowl play on a younger audience all but • A police shooting rocks the “Modern Family” (9 p.m., ABC, r, raised on sequels and remakes wards on “The Night Shift” (10 TV-PG) * A ride in the Impala who are beginning to balk at p.m., NBC, TV-14). on “Supernatural” (9 p.m., CW, r, the marketing-driven corporate • The new series “How to Build TV-14) * Current events on product. Everything” (10 p.m., Science, “black-ish” (9:30 p.m., ABC, r, C8 | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 22, 2016 THE SUMTER ITEM

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THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Created by Elizabeth Karmel as a public homage to the Chick-fil-A sandwiches she grew up eating, Karmel’s “chickwich” is dipped three times before cooking, for an extra crispy crust. Simple chicken sandwich 6 innovative ways to gets picnic-worthy makeover indulge in ice cream

BY ELIZABETH KARMEL thing I would eat when I and griddled bun is nice, but FROM METRO The Associated Press visited my hometown. the bun is just fine without any prep. The sliced pickles Ice cream is a popular dessert that’s enjoyed across the tlanta-based Six years ago, I created my — the only condiment in this globe. Blending the cold and the creamy, ice cream is an Chick-fil-A fa- version for one of my restau- sandwich — are key, and if ideal treat on a hot day. According to IceCream.com, 87 rants and called it the you are like me and want percent of Americans have ice cream in their freezer at Amously claims “chickwich.” It was my pub- them in every bite, make any given time. While Americans may enjoy their ice that it didn’t invent the lic homage to the sandwich- sure to layer the entire top cream, New Zealand consumes more ice cream than any es that I knew and loved bun with pickles. I like tangy country in the world. chicken, just the fried from growing up eating and sour dill pickle slices, Historians and foodies think Ancient Greeks enjoyed a chicken sandwich. There Chick-fil-A. For my version, but if you prefer bread-and- dessert similar to ice cream as early as the 5th century I use aromatic buttermilk butter or sweet pickles, B.C. Considering ice cream has been around so long, and is no denying that the brine for the boneless, skin- they’ll work equally well. that many cultures have created their own take on frozen fried chicken sandwich is less chicken breasts to keep The sandwich can be treats, from gelato to sorbet to frozen yogurts, one may them juicy and then dip served hot or cold. If you are think there aren’t many new ways to indulge in this be- a classic and crave-able them three times: First in packing this for an al fresco loved dessert. But with a little creativity, anyone can come combination. Before I seasoned flour, then an egg dining experience, bring the up with innovative ways to serve ice cream or any of its wash and finally crushed three components in separate frozen cousins. The following are just a few different reci- started making my own saltines to make the crust containers and assemble the pe inspirations. version of the sandwich extra crispy. sandwiches just before eat- • Lightly butter flour tortillas and sprinkle them with If you have a large sauté ing. Otherwise, you run the cinnamon and sugar. Drape the tortillas over the rungs of it was always the first pan or a griddle, a buttered risk of a soggy sandwich. the shelves in an oven, placing a cookie sheet underneath to catch any drips. Bake at 300 degrees until just crisp. Fill with your favorite ice cream for some frozen dessert ELIZABETH’S CHICKWICH cool to the touch, submerge the food in the brine. tacos. Refrigerate covered for 15-20 minutes. • Create your Start to finish: One hour and 20 minutes Brine chicken breasts for 15-20 minutes. Re- Servings: 4 own ice cream move and pat dry. Discard brine. sandwiches 4 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts, brined * Add chicken rub to 2 cups of self-rising flour and patted dry (see recipe below) from any firm and mix well. cookies or 2 large eggs plus 2 tablespoons milk, whisked When ready to fry, remove tender from the back dessert bars 2 cups self-rising flour of the chicken breast, if it is still intact. Coat breasts you have on Seasoned Flour* lightly and evenly with seasoned flour. One at a hand. For ex- 1 sleeve of saltines, pounded fine by hand to make time, dip into egg mixture and immediately into ample, cut uneven crumbs cracker crumbs. Pat cracker crumbs into all sides. two thin slices Peanut or cottonseed oil, for frying Let sit for 5 minutes to make sure crust is solid of fudge brown- before frying. ies. Spread soft- Buttermilk Brine: Heat a cast-iron skillet with at least 1/2 inch of ened ice cream in a 3 cups hot water peanut or cottonseed oil. complementary flavor, 1 cup kosher salt When the oil reaches 325 degrees, place chicken such as peanut butter or black 1 cup packed dark brown sugar in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes with the lid cherry vanilla, in between the brownie sandwich pieces. 2 generous sprigs of fresh rosemary or 2 on. Remove the lid and turn chicken over. Cook Freeze to firm everything up and make it easier to eat. tablespoons dried rosemary, leaves with the lid off for another 4 minutes or until de- • Fried ice cream pairs the seemingly incompatible fro- 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns sired color of brownness. zen dessert with heat. Freeze scoops of ice cream until 4 cups cold buttermilk To keep chicken warm and crispy before assem- they are solid, dip them in an egg wash and coat with 1 teaspoon hot sauce or cayenne pepper bling sandwich, place fried chicken on a rack set in crushed cookie crumbs. You can then refreeze the finished a sheet pan and place in a 300-degree oven. ice cream balls and have them set to fry in time for des- Chicken Rub: To assemble sandwich: open potato bun and sert. 2 1/2 teaspoons granulated garlic layer one side with sliced pickles, place chicken on • Ice cream and frozen waffles make a quick dessert in a 2 teaspoons onion powder the other side and close bun. Enjoy immediately. pinch. Raid the freezer for the ingredients, toast the waf- 2 teaspoons smoked Spanish paprika To up the ante, you can butter and grill the in- fles and then sandwich with ice cream. Top with fresh 1 tablespoon kosher salt side of the bun before making the sandwich. fruit and whipped cream, if desired. • Spoon your favorite cookie dough into a muffin tin and Nutrition information per serving: 650 calories; 148 calories mold the dough so it lines the individual cups of the tin. 1/2 to 1 cup pickles from fat; 17 g fat (4 g saturated; 0 g trans fats); 160 mg choles- 4 buns terol; 2186 mg sodium; 89 g carbohydrate; 4 g fiber; 6 g sugar; Bake until firm and let cool. Use the cookie cups to make 35 g protein. little ice cream sundae holders for parties. Their diminu- In a large saucepan over high heat, bring the tive size makes them ideal for kids. water, salt, sugar, rosemary and peppercorns to EDITOR’S NOTE: Elizabeth Karmel is a • Whip up your own ice cream cake. Place a thin layer of a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar and salt. Stir barbecue and Southern foods expert. She is any flavor cake on the bottom of a dish or pan that can be and let cool to warm/room temperature. the chef and pitmaster at online retailer placed into the freezer. Scoop softened ice cream on top, Add 4 cups of ice cubes, the buttermilk, and hot CarolinaCueToGo.com and author of three then continue to layer as desired, finishing with ice cream sauce or cayenne. Whisk well. When the brine is books, including “Taming the Flame.” as the final layer. Let freeze several hours until firmed up, then enjoy.