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We’ve Got You Covered andersonmagazine.com Publisher/Editor This is a strange issue for me, because when it hits the streets, it seems like it’s April Cameron just the beginning of summer. We’re still in vacation mode, having lazy days by the pool and enjoying the lack of routine. But by the time this issue wraps up, it’s the Advertising Sales end of August and we’ve got back-to-school shopping to think about, setting those Hannah McCullough alarm clocks and packing those school again. Ugh. Times sure does fly. Graphic Design Jennifer Walker So, when you read through this issue, you’ll see we’ve got you covered on both ends. During the slower time of summer, why not hop in the car and take a little Contributing Writers adventure for just a day? Our Day Trippin’ article has some great ideas on driving Caroline Anneaux distance fun for just the grown-ups and also the entire family. Liz Carey And while you’re at it, check out the DIY vs For Hire article. If you’ve got a Lisa Marie Carter little extra time this summer, you can take care of a few items around the house Scott Junkins yourself that will help keep you cool and maybe even lower your energy bill. We offer some tips on things you might want to tackle yourself and then direct you Contributing Photographers Black Truffle Photography when it’s time to call in the professionals. Lisa Marie Carter Now, as the summer starts to fade into August and back to school, there are jcImages some things to think about - like starting school activities. Michael Mance I just love our cover Season’s Photography story about the Girl Scouts Norma Hughes Smith program here in Anderson. It has truly been a life- Anderson Magazine is long endeavor for some in published six times a year. PO Box 3848 our community. If you’ve Anderson, SC 29622 got a young woman in the family, the Girl Scout Advertising Inquiries: programs offer so much. [email protected] From elementary age crafts 864-314-4125 and projects to high school world travels, it is a program Editorial Inquiries [email protected] that has stood the test of 864-221-8445 time and has developed some amazing women. Alley Simmons (left) and Laney Winton (right) Copyright: All contents Sign-ups start with the school of this issue ©2015, Anderson Magazine. All year, so pay attention to of Girl Scout Troop 1123 enjoy the friendships rights reserved. No portion of this issue may and fun of being in the Girl Scouts. be reproduced in any manner without prior deadlines! consent of the publisher. The publishers Then, there’s that one believe that the information contained in this publication is accurate. However, the little sport that our community is so obsessed with. FOOTBALL! But, we’ll let you information is not warranted, and Anderson check out ESPN for stats and schedules. We’ve got a great story on the business Magazine does not assume any liability or responsibility for actual, consequential or in- perspective of the college game from that coach just down the road, Dabo Swinney. cidental damages resulting from inaccurate These are just a couple of highlights from this summer issue. There’s an erroneous information. awful lot more that make it perfect for reading by the pool or the beach. But with coverage of the Small Business of the Year, highlights of what’s happening in our municipalities this summer and a spotlight on a leadership program, it’s pretty We accidentally left off a handy to have at your desk as well. photographer’s credit last issue. Here’s to covering all the angles! The photos in the Marsh Tacky article were provided by Jill Jarvis.

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ilver bells will be ringing for the Greater Anderson Musical Arts Consortium all year long. That’s because this year will be GAMAC’s 25th anniversary and plans are think.shop.buy Salready under way to celebrate it in a big way. Dana Gencarelli, executive director of GAMAC, said the organization hopes to celebrate for the entire year with 25 events to celebrate each of its 25 years. LOCAL “In addition to our regular performances, we’ll have some things that are free, like private performances, recitals and other outreach events,” she said. One of the bigger events will be the Science and the Symphony event, where Dr. Jose Francisco Salgado will bring footage from NASA, Voyager and the European Space Agency of outer space to pair up with Gustav Holtz’s “The Planets.” “It’s just a beautiful piece,” Gencarelli said. “The pictures are actual footage from Voyager, and other sources, so when you’re listening to ‘Mars’ in the piece, you’re looking at real pictures of Mars, the planet.” On February 25, GAMAC will hold a Silver Jubilee Party at the Anderson Arts Center, in lieu of its annual USO Dance, to celebrate the anniversary. And a final season performance on April 29 will celebrate the organization’s 25th anniversary. Other events will expand the organization’s mission and audience, Gencarelli Weddings @ The Pavilion said. From quarterly “Music Sandwiched In” performances at the Anderson County Library, and outreach through area schools and children’s programs, GAMAC CENTURYWALKER FARMS hopes to show its about more than classical music A timeless destination for celebrating “We see this as an introduction to GAMAC thru free concerts with music one WALKERlife’s most important moments. normally wouldn’t see on the GAMAC stage,” she said. “We’ll have some jazz, • PrivateCENTURY bridal FARMSroom with private powder room bluegrass, small ensembles and the like, during the hour.” • Public restroom • Private • Storage • Outdoor covered patio (pavilion) • Lawn areas Exhibits about the organization’s history will be on display at the Anderson County Museum and Anderson County Library. 110 Walker Road, Anderson For more information, or to receive a complete schedule of events, contact 864-933-6862 GAMAC at (864) 231-6147 or go to their website at www.gamac.org. n [email protected] WalkerCenturyFarms.com

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eddings in the South are filled with tradition, and the Anderson area is no exception. W Brides in the Anderson area seem to under- stand the importance of family traditions. Once they find their grooms, they begin the process of selecting the ceremony and reception loca- tions, the dress and their theme. From there, the decisions and hard work escalate until the day of the weddings when somehow it all miraculously comes together and creates a perfect day they will remember for a lifetime. The wedding venue ultimately helps set the tone of the wedding and is usually the first thing the bride and groom have to decide on. Evergreen Plantation in Starr is set up to host small, intimate gatherings or large events. The Carriage House, Lodge and grounds are breathtaking. Traditional, elegant, vintage, shabby chic – it all works here. If the families of the couple do not have the privilege of owning their own plantation, they may want to borrow the Faulkenberry’s for the weekend and treat their guests to a step back in time with all of the modern conveniences to which they are accustomed. By Caroline Anneaux Photo courtesy of Julie Clements of jcImages in Seneca andersonmagazine.com 7 July/August 2015 continued from page 7

Jordan McCullough O’Quinn is one of those brides. She and her groom, Chris O’Quinn, chose to have a romantic, vintage wedding at Evergreen Plantation. The O’Quinns used this venue for both the rehearsal party and wedding. To make sure the events flowed nicely over the weekend, they used Greg Hall and Company out of Hartwell, GA. “Greg was in charge of the florals, rentals and decora- tions,” says the bride. “We decided on a Boho theme for the rehearsal party and romantic vintage for the wed- ding. Greg has a tremendous storage facility with almost every item a couple needs for their special day.” From the relaxed and casual cookout, where rehearsal guests enjoyed grilled hamburgers and games of corn hole on Friday night, to their more formal wedding on Saturday, having everything in the same place all week- end made everything easier on this couple. Dresses are most likely the second item on the “to do” list once the venue is reserved. As with any type of clothing, there are many styles to choose from. Where is a bride to start? Pendleton and Anderson both offer local places to begin the search for the perfect dress. The Bridal and Formal Shoppe of Pendleton loves giving the bride and her bridal party special attention while they choose the right dresses for the occasion. The Castle in Anderson also invites brides to call and set up an appointment or stop by to see their extensive collection of bridal wear. There are also plenty of stores in larger cities if a bride does not mind driving out of town to shop. In Southern towns, family and friends look forward to weddings. It really is a time to get together and socialize while enjoying traditional southern and . The O’Quinns wanted their to represent what they like to eat. Pam Garrett from Carolina Kitchen and Ca- tering in Anderson put together a biscuit bar complete with sausage, ham, tomatoes, cheese, jellies and more. Garrett also served carved meats, pasta, salads and a mashed potato bar. A special element for the O’Quinn’s wedding was the His & Her table where the bride and groom asked family members and friends to bring favorite items they know the couple loves. Among the items the guests brought were candy, pie, cakes and Cheerwine. A family gather- ing in the South is just not complete without foods the family has been for generations! Keeping it simple and celebrating the new couple seems to be the priority here in Anderson County. Brides tend to put more emphasis on celebrating the union of two lives in the presence of loved ones over spending thousands of dollars to give guests a show.

andersonmagazine.com 8 July/August 2015 Phoebe Anderson from Season’s Photography Season’s from Anderson Phoebe Photos on this spread courtesy of of courtesy spread this on Photos

Bride: Jordan McCullough Groom: Chris O’Quinn

Wedding Date: May 23, 2015 Rehearsal Party: bandanas, corn hole and hamburgers for 80 guests; catered by Uptown Lounge in Anderson Wedding: romantic vintage at the Evergreen Plantation in Starr for 225 guests Bridal Party: blush pink dresses for the bridesmaids; groomsmen wore black suits and cowboy boots Photographer: Phoebe Anderson from Season’s Photography in Anderson Caterers: Pam Garrett from Carolina Kitchen and Catering in Anderson Florist: Greg Hall and Company in Hartwell, Georgia Wedding Cake: Sherry Hart from Williamston Carriage Company: Carrie Bowen with The Broken Spoke Wagon Service

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Ashton Cunningham Watt and her groom, Dillon, decided on The Bleckley Inn in downtown Anderson for their special weekend. The rehearsal party attendees ate at Mama Penn’s in Anderson on Friday evening before retiring to their suites at the Bleckley Inn to rest up be- fore the big day on Saturday. Using a mixture of shabby chic and country, the Watts entertained over 175 family and friends on their wedding day. “Having all of my family and friends there to share our wedding day with us was what was most important. My favorite memory was when my Dad gave a special speech and prayed over us before we said our vows,” said Watts. The couple had a great wedding weekend and looks forward to getting their pictures back from their photographer, David Locke, Black Truffle Photography at Locke Design. Locke gets excited when talking about the brides he works with. He knows this is such an important time in their lives, and some have been dreaming about it for years. Locke enjoys photographing brides around town, and he is also available for destination and out-of-town weddings. His job is to capture every detail of their spe- cial event as well as all the things the bride and groom may miss. After all the planning, when it actually comes down to it, the weekend of the wedding is usually a big blur for the bride and groom. As they rush from place to place, and spend time speaking to all of their guests at the rehearsal and reception, details of the event are lost. But with pictures and video, the couple will be able to enjoy their wedding weekend over and over again.

Having all of my family and Bride: Ashton Cunningham Groom: Dillon Watt Wedding Date: May 16, 2015 Rehearsal Party: at Mama Penn’s in Anderson for 30 guests friends there Wedding: shabby chic, country and a little vintage with 200 guests at The Bleckley Inn Boutique Hotel and Event Center in downtown Anderson to share our Bridal Party: rose dresses for the bridesmaids; groomsmen wore khaki and pink Photographer: David Locke, Black Truffle Photography wedding day with at Locke Design Videographer: Danny Stone Black Truffle Photography at Locke Design us was what was Caterers: Renee Hunt of JaCarr’s in Anderson Florist: A Precious Petal in Anderson Wedding Cake: Cheryl Borowski of Tasteful Elegance in Easley most important. andersonmagazine.com 10 July/August 2015 Photos on this spread courtesy of David Locke, Black Truffle Photography at Locke Design Locke at Photography Truffle Black Locke, David of courtesy spread this on Photos

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Bride: Katelyn Donnelly Groom: Michael Link

Wedding Date: April 25, 2015 Rehearsal Party: Lowcountry boil for 50 guests at Palmetto Smokehouse and Oyster Bar’s Event Center in Pendleton Wedding: country, barn, farm theme at The Link family farm in Pendleton with 300 guests Bridal Party: cream colored dresses the bridesmaids picked themselves so they could wear them again; pearls and cowboy boots; groomsmen wore cream button up shirts with khaki pants and suspenders. Photographer: Julie Clements of jcImages in Seneca Caterers: Brian Donnelly (father of the bride); Pat Collins in Central Florist: Karen Link (mother of the groom) in Pendleton Wedding Cake: Cary Whitlock Julie Clements of jcImages in Seneca in jcImages of Clements Julie Photos on this page courtesy of of courtesy page this on Photos

andersonmagazine.com 12 July/August 2015 Katelyn Donnelly Link, and her groom, Michael, had a rustic, country farm wedding – literally. They were married on the 100-year-old Link family farm in Pendleton. The night before their big day, the couple hosted their rehearsal party at Palmetto’s Smoke House and Oyster Bar (PSHOB) Event Center in Pendleton. A small boat adorned a table full of Lowcountry boil for the 50 guests to enjoy, before the DJ encouraged them to start dancing on the huge wooden dance floor for the rest of the evening. The mother-of-the-groom and her two sisters made table runners and other decorations. The Links were able to keep the cost of their wedding down by getting married on family property and using family members to help decorate and do some of the , while incorporating many priceless traditional and sentimental items. “The wedding venue was totally free, of ,” said the bride. “But it was so special to get married on Mi- chael’s family farm. Three hundred friends and family gathered there to watch us exchange vows.” A lot of the items used in Southern weddings are handmade or borrowed. In the Link’s wedding, an old buggy belonging to the groom’s grandfather held wed- ding gifts. Materials saved from clothing worn by the bride and groom’s grandparents and great grandparents were used to make the groom’s bow tie and an under- the-dress heart sachet for the bride. Ashton Watt was given a beautiful sapphire ring by her grandmother on Evergreen Plantation her 21st birthday, so she chose to wear it on her wed- ding day. In memory of her late father, Jordan O’Quinn Weddings & Events had a piece of her father’s blue shirt sewn into her wedding dress. Incorporating the past into the present made their wedding days extra special. When considering party favors, couples should remember this is another way to keep the guests talking about the wedding after the vows are over. The O’Quinns gave out honey from a local business, The Honey Comb, in Starr. The Watts created magnets from an engagement photo they had. Koozies were the favor of choice for the Links. All of these items are great ideas a bride and groom may want to include in their own upcoming wedding. Every single wedding is different, and couples should always remember it as one of the most important and special days of their lives. Taking the time to plan where to hold the extra special day, choosing a beautiful dress, selecting a great team of specialists, incorporating sen- timental and handmade items will make the memories of a day spent surrounded by the love of friends and 4800 Highway 187 South • Starr, SC 29684 family all that much more special. n www.evergreen-plantation.com Jessica Faulkenberry - Event Coordinator • 864.437.3400

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The laser surgery with the multifocal lens has changed my life. It’s made my work so much easier. Simple Procedures Carol Bridges, Dental Hygienist for a Better You and Clemson Eye Cataract Patient By Caroline Anneaux Living Longer and Seeing Better

Life expectancy in the United States has So, the longer you live, the more likely “With traditional cataract surgery, Eye Exams for All Seniors been increasing steadily over the past you are to have a cataract. Left untreated, where a basic monofocal lens is implanted, Whether you think you have a cataract or century. In the early 1900s, there were cataracts can lead to blindness. They are it clears the vision at a single focal point, not, an annual eye exam is recommended 3 million Americans older than 65. the leading cause of vision loss in the U.S. but it can’t correct astigmatism, presbyopia for all seniors to help ensure your visual and other vision problems. This means Today, there are approximately 35 million Cataracts by the Numbers health, quality of life, and ability to or 13% of the population. 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The surgeons at Clemson Eye So if the good news is we are living longer, becomes a permanent part of your eye. “Recent advances in laser cataract surgery were among the first in the country to the bad news is many Americans are You don’t see or feel the new lens implant. and the types of advanced lens implants perform Laser Assisted Cataract Surgery working longer than expected, too. Cataract surgery, a 15-minute out-patient available have taken cataract surgery with advanced lens implants. We use There are many reasons for this: procedure, is one of the safest and most to a whole new level,” says Dr. Glaser. the most advanced suite of laser-guided 4 • Fear they’ll outlive their retirement commonly performed surgeries in the U.S. “Through these innovations, we are able surgery systems available today. savings. Carol Bridges is a young-at-heart American to deliver excellent visual outcomes • Financial fallout from the who has chosen to forgo retirement and for our cataract patients and eliminate 1. Robert Anderson, Ph.D., chief, Mortality Statistics continue working part-time. She is a dental - or drastically reduce - their need for Branch, National Center for Health Statistics, before When you make the decision that you want the outside of your body to ‘great recession’, particularly 6 U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; if they were counting on equity hygienist in Pickens, South Carolina, and eyeglasses.” reflect better what’s on the inside, it’s best to seek professional assistance. very much depends on good vision to David Katz, M.D., M.P.H., director, Yale University in their homes to pay for retirement. There are different types of advanced Prevention Research Center, New Haven, Conn.; perform her work. Anderson has a deep pool of highly qualified plastic surgeons, cosmetic • Many people enjoy their careers and lens implants from which to choose. U.S. National Center for Health Statistics, simply prefer to remain in them, When Carol started to notice colors diming Lens implants like the Toric® lens correct Jan. 6, 2014, report, United States Life Tables, 2009. dentists and other professionals that can help you achieve the physical or start a new one. and driving becoming more difficult, astigmatism, while multifocal lens implants 2. “Retirement now requires those living longer to appearance you desire. she booked an eye exam at Clemson Eye. like ReSTOR® or Crystalens® lenses work longer,” Jill Schlesinger, Chicago Tribune, • Some prefer remaining at work to the provide a range of corrected vision, Oct. 16, 2013. Bearwood Plastic Surgery is a great place to start if you want to feel possibility of being bored at home. After her exam, her eye doctor, Dr. Joe Parisi, confirmed she had cataracts. from close up to far away. 3. The Givan Herbert Eye Institute. Visual health is important to being able University of California, Irvine. Cataract Surgery. better about the body you have. Breast enhancement, tummy tucks, and After discussing all the options with him, In consultation with her eye surgeon, http://www.eye.uci.edu/cataract.html. to work at any age. But as we age, vision Bridges chose laser assisted cataract Carol Bridges opted for a multifocal lens buttock augmentations are just a few of their specialties. Your first step becomes more of a challenge for a greater [Accessed March 29, 2013]. surgery with an advanced multifocal lens implant: “My vision is outstanding now,” 4. http://www.aao.org/publications/eyenet/200609/ is to set up a consultation to find out how they can help. Certified by the number of us. Cataracts are often implant: “I work at close range all day she says. “I’m very pleased. And my the culprit. pearls.cfm American Board of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Bruner and his knowledgeable long. The laser surgery with the multifocal experience at Clemson Eye was terrific, 5. Ophthalmology, Journal of the AAO, ® Cataracts, the clouding of the natural lens, the ReSTOR lens, has changed my too. Dr. Parisi is an excellent surgeon. September 2013. www.aao.org/newsroom/ staff will be happy to answer your questions. For more information, go to eye lens, affect about 22 million Americans life. It’s made my work so much easier. Everyone I dealt with there was extremely release/20130904.cfm their website at www.bearwoodplasticsurgery.com over age 40. By age 80, over 90% of I don’t have to bother with glasses organized. They explained things to me. 6. Clemson Eye Laser Cataract with Advanced Americans will have a cataract.3 anymore. It’s wonderful,” says Bridges. I was well prepared for the experience.” Intraocular Lens Replacement Results, 2013. after Cosmetic dentist, Dr. Gabrielle F. Cannick, is the owner of Grand Oaks Dental and says she “offers compassionate, anxiety-free dentistry for your whole family.” She offers clear cosmetic braces for adults looking for a beautiful, new smile this summer. In addition to adult braces, she performs standard dental services, teeth whitening, bonding, veneers, dentures and more to keep your smile looking its best. Cannick has extensive training in sedation dentistry, because she believes “dental fear and anxiety should not prevent any patient from receiving the highest quality dental care.” Check out her website at www.grandoaksdental.com to find out more about her and the services she offers. continued to page 18 andersonmagazine.com 17 July/August 2015

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Anderson_Magazine-AD-ASPK.indd 1 12/1/14 4:03 PM Business and the Winner is… The Kitchen Emporium By Lisa Marie Carter

The Anderson Area Chamber of Commerce presents an award each year to honor small businesses. This year’s Small Business of the Year Award winner was The Kitchen Emporium, owned and operated by Gay and Mac McLeskey. This prestigious award dates back to 1994 when the first winner was Tag and Label. Michael Mance, the Chamber’s Director of Communications explains the parameters for the award. “Small business is typically classified as fewer than 200 employees and the company has been in business at least three years. The winners are determined by their positive and/or significant impact on the community and the area,” he said. The Kitchen Emporium was under previous ownership and was reopened by the McLeskeys in 2006. In addition to wonderful kitchen wares that would make any envious, the shop also carries many local products such as items from CocoBon Chocolatiers, Timms Mill products, Clemson Blue cheese, Split Creek Farms products and more. They also have a wonderful Small Business Winner of the Year - Gay McLeskey assortment of wines and offer cooking classes and wine with Fred Tolly of BB&T, award presenter. tastings. The McLeskey’s also share their love of and foundation and a stronghold of our economy not only cooking with the youth of the community by offering a in Anderson, but nationwide. Our small business summer camp, Academy for Young Chefs. owners work hard daily and give so much back to the President and CEO of the Chamber, Pamela communities in which they live, and Anderson County Christopher said, “Our small businesses are our is a testament to their success.” The award is presented at an annual luncheon held at Tucker’s. “I was sitting at the table with others from the community after a wonderful lunch and was admiring all the wonderful people who were in the same room. As I saw what awards were being presented I picked out who I thought would win each category,” said Gay. “As Fred Tolly spoke to present the first award, and I listened to him, I realized things sounded familiar. I heard the word W.O.W. [the Women On Wine monthly event], and it was without a doubt then. I was in shock. Me? Our little shop? I was in awe.” Take time to see why The Kitchen Emporium was named Small Business of the Year and visit the shop at The Chamber recognized MedShore (Pillar of the 311 North Main Street in downtown Anderson. n Community), Tracie Bowie (Athena Award), Laneika Musalini (Your Athena Award), and Gay McLeskey (Small Business of the Year). andersonmagazine.com 20 July/August 2015 Business Building a Community of Leaders Leadership Anderson is a program offered by the An- derson Area Chamber of Commerce to provide local indi- viduals with insights into a variety of issues impacting An- derson County. Additionally, the program encourages and helps to strengthen participants’ motivation to assume com- Leadership Anderson Class of XXX munity leadership roles. Founded in 1984, it is a 10-month topics for the full-day sessions include history, media, com- program, which begins in September and concludes in June. munity service, business and industry and more. “Anyone who is interested in learning more about the Christy Tripp, sales counselor at The Legacy of Ander- Anderson Community, Chamber members or non-mem- son senior living community, is a recent graduate of the bers, should apply for this program,” said Gayla Bolt, Leadership Anderson program. Program Assistant at the Anderson Area Chamber of “I wanted to enroll in the leadership program because I Commerce. “The program seeks to develop awareness of felt it would take me to the next step of professional growth,” community issues - its challenges, as well as it strengths,” said Tripp. “I instantly became friends with a group of my she said. professional peers from various career backgrounds.” The program begins with a two-day opening retreat that The Chamber will start taking applications for the looks at leadership styles, personality traits of leaders as well 2015-2016 program in mid-July. An application and further as team building activities. Following the retreat, partici- information can be found on the Chamber’s website. The pants join in ten full-day sessions (one per month from Sep- deadline to submit the application is August 3. Additional tember until June). The one-day sessions offer insight into information can be obtained by calling the Chamber at 864- Anderson County and include seminars and tours. Some 226-3454. Voted 2015 Best of Assisted Living! Thank you to the Anderson community for providing the reviews that made us a Top Rated Community! As a gesture of our gratitude, we’re offering exclusive Summer Specials for a limited time!

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One of the biggest concerns crippling our nation is the alarming obesity rates, and South Carolina and Anderson County hold some of the worst obesity rates in the nation. The percentage of individuals overweight or FRESH LOCAL PRODUCE obese in Anderson County is more than 70 percent. That means more than two out of every three persons is either overweight or obese. This is not just an issue for adults, but We accept SNAP the obesity rates in children are climbing at an alarming and Cash! pace. Obesity carries long-term health consequences for an individual’s health and quality life AND is a driver of rising health care costs. This is a challenge communities are facing AT THE ANDERSON COUNTY all over the US. This is why Eat Smart Move More (ESMM) Anderson County was established. It is a local chapter of a statewide movement aimed at coordinating obesity prevention efforts. 402 NORTH MURRAY AVENUE ESMM serves as a resource, collaborator and facilitator of community action for positive change. There are many ways to positively affect the waistline.

ANDERSON COUNTY One, of course, is by healthy eating. When we look at ways to utilize what we have here in the community to make eating healthy easier, our coalition turned its eyes to the local Farmer’s Market. What a great resource we have here locally. There are many reasons to support and shop the Farmer’s Market. Here are just a few: Local produce is loaded with nutrients. The further away your produce comes from, the more time it has to lose some of its nutrient potency. Eating produce from local What’s Good farms maximizes the nutrients you get and maximizes the for Your Body flavor! Q: Local produce is a less expensive option. You can find great deals and wonderful prices on some of the highest and the Local quality produce around. Farmers Markets can provide double the produce or Economy at the free produce for certain population. Our local markets participate in the Healthy Bucks program Healthy Bucks Same Time? provides an extra $10 token to purchase fruits and each time you spend at least $5 on your EBT card. Shopping at the Farmer’s Market Boosts the Local A Trip to the Economy! Farmer’s Market Economic impacts of farmers markets include direct A: benefits such as profits to business owners in the market, job creation, sales and real estate tax revenues. Indirect benefits also include bringing more shoppers to surrounding stores, stimulating development downtown and farmland preservation. We are excited that ESMM and the Farmer’s Markets By Brian Witrick, will be partnering to promote utilization of the market, to United Way of Anderson County & increase consumption of healthy produce and make eating Eat Smart Move More Coordinator health an easy and affordable option for Anderson County & residents. Sharon Nicometo, For more information about the Farmer’s Market Healthy Coordinator, Anderson County Parks Dept. Bucks program, call Sharon Nicometo at 864-231-7275. n

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The Business of Football

A Dabo Swinney Perspective

By Scott Junkins

ollege football has been big business for a while now, especially in the South, but when did college football become a business? Record revenues were reported in 2015 and a major contribution to the large revenue was the first College Football Playoff, which had a payout of more than $500 million to participating schools and conferences. Now, more than ever, schools are jockeying for the lion’s share of the growing pot of money through conference affiliation, as well as TV and apparel Ccontracts, but more importantly, schools today must be able to build their own brand just as a successful business would. Clemson University Head Football Coach Dabo Swinney says, “I tell people all the time, you must have a plan, and a vision of where you want to go and what you want to do; then you have to be able to articulate that and get people to buy into it, if you’re going to be successful.” The plan and vision in college football today are a vital part when looking for a competitive edge in building your program with the land’s premier talent. If you follow college football closely, and Clemson in particular, then you may be well aware of “the plan” that Coach Swinney presented to former Clemson Athletic Director, Dr. Terry Don Phillips. Swinney began building a position manual his first year in coaching, but over the years was able to build it out from a program perspective. Early in 2008, Swinney interviewed for the South Alabama job that was set to begin play in 2009. “The interview was a great experience for me in that I spent hours preparing for that process, and it forced me to pull all my thoughts together; my philosophies on offense,

andersonmagazine.com 24 July/August 2015 defense, special teams, recruiting, academics, discipline, staffing, you name it and put a plan on paper,” said Swinney. Who could imagine that he would be named Interim Head Coach just a year later at Clemson University? Swinney said it was an easy transition for him to “Clemsonize” the book because he was more familiar with the landscape and knew exactly what needed to be done in order to change Clemson and take the program to another level. “It’s been a lot of fun to see it come to fruition, but it all started with a plan.” Since then, Coach Swinney has taken Clemson recruiting to heights it hasn’t seen in decades. Athletic facilities have always been a type of arms race in college football, and today, training tables, weight rooms, and player lounges have become the norm. Swinney doesn’t see any of that changing anytime soon but adds that nutrition, staffing, the student-athlete stipend, and technology may be where colleges try and find the edge in the near future. “I think the big thing that has happened over the last year or so is the nutrition explosion with the changes in what we can do from a food standpoint, now that we are allowed to feed our guys the way they need to be fed,” he said. “These aren’t your normal people walking around with how they train. We are so much more educated now from a dieting and nutrition standpoint, and everybody understands that that’s an edge.” According to Swinney, another big change has been the quality of the staff, whether it be through the player development staff, analysts, or the recruiting department where you have people working on recruiting through social media and other communication “I tell people processes. Swinney says technology is another area to find an edge, where players are able to wear GPS chips allowing the staff to maximize how they work the team and all the time, how they practice them. you must have “There is some virtual reality technology that’s going to be big in college football as far as how you train your players. Guys being able to go through a full practice without a plan, and a ever having to step onto a practice field through a virtual reality type experience, that’s vision of where something we are looking at here at Clemson. I think that’s the next step, and the edge is from a training standpoint as it relates to how we teach our players,” said Swinney. you want to The player stipend is something Coach Swinney feels needs to be looked at in the go and what short term. “We are talking about cash being infused into the recruiting process with some schools giving $2,000 and some giving $6,000. That’s something I think has to be you want to do; worked out,” he said. then you have In addition to staying ahead of the curve as it relates to on-campus appeal, there are now teams setting up mini camps around the country, most notably teams like Ohio to be able to State and others from the Big Ten. Swinney is “hopeful that the NCAA will step in and articulate that implement a national rule similar to what we have in the ACC and SEC,” and that’s what both conferences have pushed for. and get people “We are united in that none of us feel like that’s what’s best for college football,” to buy into it, if he said. Swinney believes college football is the last collegiate sport that is scholastic, and that’s the way he wants to keep it - by limiting recruiting to take place only on you’re going to a high school or college campus. Swinney doesn’t like the prospect of third parties getting involved in the recruiting process and attempting to make high school coaches be successful.” irrelevant. One thing is for sure, regardless of what happens with the landscape of college football, Coach Swinney will have a plan for it. “We have created a mentality at Clemson that we can’t be satisfied, even though we’ve done a lot of great things we can’t ever say, ‘okay that’s good enough’ or ‘they got everything they need to be successful’ even though that may be the case. We have to get better, and we have to always ask ourselves what’s next, because if we don’t, we lose traction, we plateau, we decline, so we will reinvent, reinvest, reenergize, recommit, start over every year. And that’s a mentality that I think the best of the best have.” n

andersonmagazine.com 25 July/August 2015 Education Cyber Saturday By Lisa Marie Carter Cyber Saturday is a monthly program offered by an option to challenge their e-Merge @ the Garage in collaboration with IT-oLogy. This little minds. “ fun, kid friendly course offers students an opportunity to “Our desire is to build learn about information technology (IT). These creative interesting and innovative sessions cover a variety of IT topics and offer hands-on ac- programs to offer early tivities as well as presentations from IT professionals. skills to future job require- The content covered on a particular Cyber Saturday ro- ments,” said Craig Kinley tates monthly. The goal is to give students the opportunity of e-Merge @ the Garage. to explore and experience technology in new ways, learn “We collaborated with about careers in technology and inspire students to contin- IT-oLogy’s CyberSaturday ue to learn through critical thinking so that they increase to introduce IT programs their proficiency in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineer- to students at an early age. Riley Owen ing & Math). This allows us to introduce Nine- year-old Riley Owen has taken the Cyber Satur- STEM/STEAM learning modules to gain interest in future day courses and can sum it up in one word. “Awesome,” he work skill building blocks.” The program is geared toward said. His mom Jamie agrees. “Riley is really looking forward 3rd-12th graders. n to the camps and when we ride by the new facility, he al- ways asks when he gets to go back. I think it’s fantastic that Cyber Saturday Class Dates Anderson is offering camps for children that are more tech- July 13-16 or July 27-30 • 9 a.m. – noon or 1-4 p.m. nology inclined than athletically inclined. It’s nice to have www.emergeandersonsc.com

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Can’t take time off for several days of fun? Why not cut that down to one day at a time, and load up the family truckster for some family day trips? Anderson is in a great location for a quick drive for a day full of fun with an easy drive back to the comfort of your own bed. Here are some ideas just for adults as well as family trips.

There is no shortage of mysteries to the universe - Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster, the lost city of Atlantis. But did you know that one of those mysteries is located practically in An- derson’s backyard? Just 40 miles away in rural Georgia, a monument to the future after the apoc- alypse, the Georgia Guidestones, stand as tall and as mysterious as Stonehenge, only closer. Located in Elberton, the guidestones are a granite monument put in place by a mysterious stranger. The rock for- mation stands on farmland on Georgia Highway 77, nine miles north of down- town Elberton. According to legend, a mysterious stranger named R. C. Christian came to town in 1979, saying he represent- ed a group of like-minded people. He purchased land and granite to make the pillars, than commissioned their Photos courtesy of the Elbert County Chamber of Commerce inscription and installation. The self-proclaimed “Granite Capi- These instructions include limiting the population of the Earth to 500 mil- tal of the World,” Elberton provided the lion, dispensing with “petty laws and useless officials,” and always leaving stranger with the granite slabs, mea- room for nature. suring as much as 16-feet tall, and the The stones also have special drilled holes in them showing the sun at the worksmanship to carve the intricate summer and winter solstice, as well as the North Star in its travels across the messages on the pillars faces. night sky. The guidestones are aligned astro- Once the guidestones were completed, Christian disappeared and was nomically with four pillars encircling never heard from again. However, the stones have been the topic of specula- one central pillar. A sixth stone, the cap- tion since their installation. stone, rests on top. Still another stone While some see the stones as the beginning of rational thought, others see stands between the monument and a the stones as the work of Satanists and call for the stones to be torn down. small parking lot with instructions and For an interesting road trip, head over to Elberton and check them out for the history of the guidestones. yourself. There’s no fee to view the guidestones, as there isn’t a charge to walk Each of the four outer pillars, as well through the granite museum in downtown Elberton. as the capstone, has instructions in 12 While you’re there make sure to head out route 128 to have at the different languages from English to an- Red Minnow Fishing Lodge. For just $13 on Friday and Saturday nights, treat cient Babylonian, on rules for continu- yourself to a huge , of down home country cooking just like you’d ex- ing civilization after the end of times. pect in rural Georgia, this one is not to be missed. n

andersonmagazine.com 30 July/August 2015 Travel & Leisure Adult TRIPPIN’ $49.95 Domestic Bliss SERVICE Looking to unwind and relax in the tranquil settings of the Blue Ridge CALLS Mountains? Head up to Travelers’ Rest to Hotel Domestique. This luxury boutique hotel offers exquisite rooms and everything from golf privileges • sales, service & installation at nearby golf courses and bicycling paths, to quiet seclusion on the hotel’s • duct cleaning balconies. For dinner, try out Restaurant 17, featuring local food like smoked • attic insulation trout spread to grilled Manchester Farms quail. • maintenance plans • electrical • licensed and insured Upstate Vineyard • family owned & operated Head up to Cleveland, SC to Valley View Vineyards for an authentic vineyard • standard & tankless experience. Between Caesar’s Head State Park and Jocassee Gorges, this water heaters vineyard offers tastings and vineyard tours. Open Thursdays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m, Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays noon to 6 p.m. Don’t forget to grab lunch on the terrace with paninis or salads from their cafe.

Recreation Ale Wine not your thing? Head over to Athens, Georgia for a tour and some tastings of Terrapin Beer. After the tour, grab a six-pack and head down to Pulaski Heights BBQ where you can bring your own beer and build your own , or get a preset dinner for four for $32 - $37 if you include banana think.shop.buy pudding! LOCAL

Family TRIPPIN’ ple Dumpli Hot Enough for Ya? p n’ Looking for a different way to cool down on a hot summer day? How about a A sliding rock? This natural waterslide in Pisgah National Forest, near Asheville, NC, Sliding Rock, is located about eight miles outside of Brevard. Powered by more than 11,000 gallons of water per minute, this thrill ride is the perfect get away for adults and kids on a hot summer day. 14,000 sq ft More Water Fun Over 70 booths Head down to Starr and stop in at the Big Water Marina to rent a pontoon boat for a day out on the lake. Boats are equipped with life preservers, maps and other safety equipment. After a long day on the lake, head up South In Downtown Anderson Carolina 187 to The Grill Man on Providence Church Road for some burgers 500 North Main Street and other grilled favorites. Open Tuesday-Saturday Boy of Summer 10am - 6pm About an hour southwest of Anderson, you’ll find Royston Georgia - home Closed Sunday & Monday of the Ty Cobb Museum. Dedicated to remembering the Georgia Peach and one of baseball’s all-time great hitters, the museum has memorabilia about Ty Cobb one could ever want to see. Head up the road a bit to see his gravesite, 864-642-9727 located in the Rose Hill Cemetery.

andersonmagazine.com 31 July/August 2015 What’s Happening in a City Near You By Liz Carey HONEA PATH

Think you’ve got what it takes to knock ’em dead on stage? Well, Honea Path’s Dogwood Park may be the place for you. Big things are happening This summer, Honea Path’s Got Talent will return to the all over Anderson County. town’s Friday night calendar to showcase the best of talent from all around. Luther Moon, president of the Honea Path Merchant’s Association, said this year’s talent competition is looking ANDERSON to be better and bigger than last years, but the event will be the same format as last year. Comic books fans, super hero fans and others will have Every Friday night, starting at 6:30 p.m., between six a comic convention of their own during the Electric City and eight individuals will compete on stage. The winner of Comicon, from 1 to 5 pm., on August 8 at the Anderson that night’s competition will go on to compete in the finale County Library Main Branch. in late August. Second place winners will be given a chance The conclusion of the library’s summer reading program, to come back the next week to compete again. All of the the Electric City Comicon will feature panel discussions, a finalists will be asked to perform at Honea Path’s Sugarfoot gaming area, crafts and games, a vendor area and several Festival October 24 and 25. professional cos players. In fact, cos play (dressing up as “Instead of bringing big name talent to the Sugarfoot a comic book or other costumed character) is entirely Festival, we want to use some of the great talent we’ve got encouraged at the comicon, authorities at the library said. right here,” Moon said. “Last year, we had competitors Several authors and artists will also be at the event, from all over. We had some really great talent there, the including Delilah Dawson, author of the “Blud” series, competition was really strong.” Robert Venditti, young adult author and independent One of the competitors last year, Moon said, was a artist George Farmer. local boy who was named the world champion Elvis This will be the first comicon in Anderson and library impersonator last winter. officials are looking forward to a good turn-out for the This year, Moon said, he hopes the talent competition event. grows, as does the crowd. “We’re hoping this will bring a whole new audience to To make sure talent is good, Moon said, he works with the library,” said Faith Line, library director. “We want the competitors to make sure that their talent is entertaining people to know that the library is not just about books and has potential. The winner of the competition will win anymore. We’re relevant to the times and that we have a lot $500. more to offer these days. Besides, it’s fun.” The event is free to the public and free to enter as a Along with the comicon, the library will have a FanArt contestant. For more information, go to their web site at contest until July 31. Winners from the contest will be www.honeapath.com or on Facebook at Honea Path South announced at the comicon. Carolina. Rules and registration information are available For more information about the Electric City Comicon, on the web site as well. Volunteers for the event are still contact the library at (864) 260-4500, or check out the needed, Moon said. Anyone interested in helping out can Electric City Comicon Facebook page. contact him at (864) 369-1605.

andersonmagazine.com 32 July/August 2015 IVA said. “The theater can hold about 200 people, and we’d like to have the place filled.” Iva has two reasons to celebrate this summer. The variety show is Clemson Little Theater’s contribution For the fifth year, Iva will host Iva Summer Nights at to the anniversary celebration, she said. Participants in 6:30 p.m. every Thursday night on the Downtown Square, the show will compete for cash prizes. Anyone interested from now until the first Thursday in October. in auditioning should call Burdette at (864) 934-5143, or Tim Taylor, Iva town clerk, said the program has grown Wendy Longo at (864) 646-9043. in popularity over the years. “It’s grown into a very nice event,” Taylor said. “We try to pick bands that people can dance to. A lot of people like to come down here and dance, so we try to pick bands that WILLIAMSTON will appeal to a wide range of tastes, like beach music and music you can shag to.” For more than 30 years, the Spring Water Festival in Another reason to celebrate, Taylor said, was having a Williamston has helped those in the county remember new business in town. Williamston’s historic past. Sosebee’s Mortuary will open in July. In the 1840s, a traveler found the waters running through Taylor said it is the first time that Iva has had its own a mineral springs in the area that is now Williamston, mortuary since the 1930s. The mortuary will be housed contained medicinal minerals. By the 1850s, the South in the former First Baptist Church of Iva building, which Carolina legislature granted Williamston its charter and Sosebee has purchased and renovated, Taylor said. the town became a tourist destination for the healing “For a while, we were afraid that the property would powers of its mineral springs. have to be torn down,” Taylor said. “But he was able to The Spring Water Festival starts at 6 p.m. on Friday, purchase it and do some major renovations in it.” August 21 and from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday, August The mortuary will be located 203 East Green Street. 22 at Mineral Springs Park. Sonya Crandell, executive director of Main Street Williamston, said the festival would include arts, crafts, different non-profit displays, a car show and live PENDLETON entertainment on three stages – the amphitheater, the gospel stage and the children’s stage. The celebration continues. The festival will kick off on Friday with a shag contest In August, Pendleton will celebrate the people who have and beach music by the Out of Towners Band. Later, more made the city special during its 225-year history. than 45 crafters from three states will display handmade Throughout the year, Pendleton has celebrated its 225 items which will be offered for sale at the in the arts and years with a variety of events ranging from special exhibits crafts area. at the Anderson County Museum, to special presentations The Williamston Fire Department will offer rides on the at the Anderson County Library Pendleton branch, to a restored 1936 fire truck, and vendors will offer a variety of birthday party for the town in the town square. delicious food items for the festival. As part of the celebration, the town will host a Music lovers are invited to bring a lawn chair or blanket Community Talent Show at 7 p.m., August 1 at the and enjoy a day of music and other activities. Scheduled Clemson Little Theater. The show will feature members performers include The Original Out of Towners, Blue of the community who can sing, dance, act and entertain, Sky Band, The Royal Scotsmen Band, Odyssey, Angela said Carol Burdette, one of the town’s 225th anniversary Easterling and the Beguilers and award winning county planning committee members. music singer/songwriter Lucas Hoge. n “Our committee was looking at various ways that we wanted to celebrate the community,” Burdette said. “We decided that one of the ways we wanted to celebrate, was to celebrate the people of our town.” While it isn’t the first talent show the town has held, it is the first in several years, Burdette said. “We’d like to have a couple of hours of great talent,” she

andersonmagazine.com 33 July/August 2015 local EVENTS A Celebration July & August July 1-29 to table foods/dishes, proper man- of Quilts in Wednesdays Only ners, and much more. 4-8 p.m. $150 per chef. Xbox & PS4 Game Day Call 864-225-2021. Drop in and refuel with some Anderson, SC fun while you play on the July 13 – 17; 20-24; 27-31; library’s awesome PlayStation 4 and August 3-7, 10-14 The Prickly Fingers and Electric City Quilters Guilds Xbox One gaming systems. Summer Arts Camp by the www.andersonlibrary.org Anderson Arts Center of Anderson will present their biennial quilt show, A Offered in Anderson, Pendleton, Celebration of Quilts, August 21 to 23. In addition to July 1 – Aug 31 Williamston, Powdersville & Iva Tuesdays, Thursdays Half and full day options. Informa- the beautiful quilts, more than 30 vendors will be at the & Saturdays tion slightly varies by location. show. Anderson County For full information, Farmer’s Market www.andersonarts.org or email Guests can enjoy a Book Nook with used quilting 8 a.m.-1 p.m. [email protected] and craft books. You’ll find great deals at a Secondhand 409 North Main Street Anderson July 18 Shop of sewing and craft items, as well as a Boutique 864-231-1924 Summer Gospel Music Concert filled with items made by the members of the clubs. at Silver Spring Baptist Church There will be demonstrations, make-and-take classes July 4 5-7 p.m. Celebrating Our Freedom Vendors welcome for $10 per table. as well as silent auction items and prizes. Patriotic Parade Proceeds benefit a Back to School The show is at the Civic Center of Anderson, 3027 10 a.m. Bash Aug. 8 Downtown Pendleton Contact: Deshawn Reid 864-245- Martin Luther King Blvd. The hours are 9 a.m. to 5 7476 or Jacqueline Robbins-Smith p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday. July 6-August 27 at 678-458-2950 Mondays Only Admission is $5. MakerSpace Mondays July 27-30 Both quilt guilds welcome guests and new members. 6 -8 p.m. Welcome Ranch Horseback Anderson Library Riding Camp The Prickly Fingers Quilters Guild meets the second 300 McDuffie Street 9 a.m.–noon Wednesday of each month at 9:30 a.m. at the Anderson Build, create, do. For beginners. Cost is $125. County Library, 300 North McDuffie Street. The New objectives each week. Email [email protected] www.andersonlibrary.org Electric City Quilters Guild meets the fourth Tuesday August 1 of each month at 6:30 p.m. at New Covenant Church, July 11 Community Variety Show Mystery Musical Production Pendleton Playhouse 302 Simpson Road in Anderson (near the Bi-Lo on 7 p.m. & 10 p.m. 7 p.m. Greenville Street). Anderson University’s Belk Theater August 3-6 Both guilds offer interesting and educational www.24hourmusicalsc.org Welcome Ranch Horseback programs plus the fellowship of other quilters. Both Riding Camp July 12-15 9 a.m.–noon guilds are extensively involved in philanthropic Camp Discovery VBS For beginners. Cost is $125. endeavors for the community, including Quilts of Pendleton UMC Email [email protected] Valor, which are patriotic quilts presented to military 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Rising K5-5th Graders August 8 veterans, as well as making quilts and Christmas www.pendletonumc.com Back to School Bash stockings for children and others in need. Pendleton Community Center July 12-24 3-7 p.m. For more information on the quilt show and guilds, Camp Essence Free event, school supplies, food & visit www.andersonscquilters.com. n Pendleton Library prizes Pendleton Community Center Contact: Deshawn Reid 864-245- 9 a.m.–2 p.m. 7476 or Jacqueline Robbins-Smith Trips, impactful and inspiring at 678-458-2950 speakers, service project, beauty and pampering sessions and sum- August 10-13 mer lunch program Welcome Ranch Horseback Cost: $50 Riding Camp - Advanced Contact: Shelia Peppers at 9 a.m.–noon 864-209-5632 For advanced riders with more than [email protected] 20 hours in the saddle. Includes training in jumping. Cost is $150. July 14-18 Email [email protected] Academy for Young Chefs Kitchen Emporium August 18 10 a.m.-1 p.m. First Day of School! Learning age appropriate knife skills, food and kitchen safety, farm

andersonmagazine.com 34 July/August 2015 PEOPLE stateevents Accidents Family Law CRIMINAL Defense If you’re up for some travel, here are a few great events happening around our great state!

July 9-11 SC Festival of Discovery BBQ, blues and more Greenwood 303 E Greenville St. • Anderson, SC 29621

July 10 864.226.7222 SC Peach Festival 10-day event includes dog show, parade, BBQ cookoff, road race, car Drive safely this summer. show, contests, pageant Gaffney

July 19 Beaufort Water Festival 10-day event includes music, Blessing of the Fleet, sporting events, crafts, dances, food Beaufort

August 1 Big League Baseball World Series 8-day baseball tournament for players ages 16-18 Easley

August 23 Mutt Strutt 5K walk/run with or without your dog Greenville Don’t • Backroads

August 28- Text • Highways August 31 Upper South Carolina & Drive • Water State Fair upperstatefairsc.com Greenville www.TandPLegal.com andersonmagazine.comSHARE 35 July/August 2015 THE BACK ROADS HIGHWAYS WATER United Way

Making a Difference Framing the Future Just a Sample of the Positive Impact Living United has on the Community of Anderson County By Scott Robertson, Chair, United Way Campaign Over the Past Year... When I think about the United Way’s work in the EDUCATION community, what comes to mind is uniting a community • 903 children were fed each weekend during the en- to frame a positive future for Anderson County. Frame tire school year. These students were ready to learn the future…what does that mean? each Monday. To me, it means setting the foundation, the building • A 60% - 80% decline in teen pregnancies in two blocks for a safe, secure and successful life. It means schools districts has been achieved by implement- individuals and families having jobs, living healthy, ing teen pregnancy prevention efforts. owning a home in a safe neighborhood, providing • 250 girls learned entrepreneurial and financial liter- financial and emotional support for their children, not acy skills. worrying about where the next will come from. • 40 academically at-risk students were mentored; With this vison, think of how the community can 87% improved academic performance come together to define and create what it wants its future to be and how it wants to positively affect each INCOME and every person living in Anderson County. • 540 volunteer hours provided free tax services to I see this in the four building blocks of the United 615 households, bringing $667,000 back into Ander- Way of Anderson County that were developed and son County. defined through the input of many residents throughout • 50 individuals/families gained safe and stable hous- Anderson County. United Way is creating and framing ing environments. our future around these core priorities. • 382 adults received financial literacy and job training services. EDUCATION…. we want all children and youth to achieve their potential. This means early learning and HEALTH school readiness, opportunities for youth leadership • 19 elementary schools received assistance in creat- development, prevention of teen pregnancy and ing a healthier school environment. ensuring all students graduate from high school. • 40 special needs children received daily nursing care. INCOME.… we want all individuals and families • 870 individuals received hearing assistance services; to enjoy living in a safe home and for families and 94% improved hearing. individuals to be financially stable. This means job • 1,930 fifth grade students received tobacco preven- skills, obtaining jobs, earning at or above a livable wage, tion education. saving money and securing safe housing. HEALTH… we want everyone to engage in healthy BASIC NEEDS lifestyle choices and live in safe and nurturing • 158,029 were served to homebound seniors. environments. This means educating and providing • 1,130 low-income individuals received free medical healthy lifestyle choices, this also means protecting services. individuals from environments of abuse or neglect. • 22,000 individuals received basic utility, food cloth- BASIC NEEDS… we want to make sure that when a ing assistance and/or emergency shelter. person or family falls on hard times or find themselves • 21,580 meals were served to individuals in poverty. in a crisis, services are available to help in time of need. This is a tall order, my friends. This is something that TOTAL PEOPLE SERVED can only be done by uniting and combining resources, engaging people who are willing to volunteer and lend a hand, and partnering with organizations that provide 62,371 important services in the community. This can only be done when we LIVE UNITED. www.unitedwayofanderson.org

andersonmagazine.com 36 July/August 2015 Travel & Leisure TANK AWAY Lake Wateree getaway By Lisa Marie Carter

One of South Carolina’s oldest man-made lakes, If you want some time off the water, you can head Lake Wateree is a great getaway for fishing, birding and into Camden to walk along Main Street and experience so much more. all it offers which includes some unique shops and their With more than 242 miles of shoreline, Wateree’s own moonshine distillery, Dark Water Distillery. Cam- 13,250-acre lake has amazing views for visitors. The lake den, located in central South Carolina, sits conveniently was created in 1920 when the US Corps of Engineers between Columbia and Bishopville. It is the seat of Ker- damned the Wateree River. About 30 miles northeast of shaw County and South Carolina’s oldest inland city. Columbia, just east of I-77 between Camden and Lugoff Camden is also the site of two horse races held annually in the Midlands of South Carolina, the lake is known for at the Springdale Race Course–the Camden Cup in late crappie, bass, catfish, and bream fishing. And the miles spring and the Carolina Cup in early spring. and miles of shoreline include a bird refuge and Lake For places to stay, we were lucky enough to know Wateree State Recreation Area. someone with a home on Lake Wateree, but if you don’t Whether you chose to enjoy days on the lake by have a connection, you can rent a home on the lake via bringing your own boat, or renting one at the Wateree online sites like VRBO.com. To really feel the full af- Marina, water sports will surely fill your day. Fishing, fect of nature, check out the Lake Wateree State Park tubing, skiing or just floating add some much needed for some lake-side camping. Several hotels and bed and fun and frivolity- and some extra doses of Vitamin D– from which to choose are also in the area. whenever you go. This is more of a relaxing, family and friends time, Even just sitting on the dock or shoreline can be un-plug type of vacation so be sure to pack those board breathtaking, especially at sunrise and sunset. Watching games, some good walking shoes, plenty of sunscreen the numerous birds flying by or fish jumping can be all and bug repellant. the entertainment you need on this type of relaxing and Fill up your tank and head on out for your getaway rejuvenating getaway. Be sure to bring your camera as soon! n you certainly will want to capture some of the awe-in- spiring sights of nature, including the moss strewn trees along the waterline.

andersonmagazine.com 37 July/August 2015 Valerie’s Diner andersonmagazine.com 38 July/August 2015 meet me at the

Meat andBy Liz Carey Three Photos by Black Truffle Photography at Locke Design

or those raised in the South, or even those just visiting here, the meat and three restaurant is a staple of Southern cooking and hospitality. The premise of a meat and three is simple – diners select one meat from a se- Flection of five or more (amongst them usually fried catfish, , chicken fried steak, , baked ham or turkey) and then up to three side dishes from a selection of a dozen or more ranging from a Jell-o salad or pears with shredded cheddar cheese, to macaroni and cheese, to mashed potatoes and gravy, to green beans, to peach cobbler. Served with your choice of a roll or , a glass of sweet and a “Is that all, honey?” the meat and three is a meal that is pure Southern Comfort at it’s best. Most food historians say that the concept of the meat and three was born in Nashville, Tennessee and adopted by the rest of the South throughout the 1940s and 1950s. continued on page 40 andersonmagazine.com 39 July/August 2015 continued from page 39

Typically, a meat and three comes in one of two ways – either it’s served up style and you pick what you want while servers behind the line heap up your plate with enough sides to feed a small tribe in Tanzania, or the days choices, usually meat on one side and sides on the other are posted on a big board near the front of the restaurant. Wherever the idea came from, the concept is a pop- ular one in the Upstate. You can’t throw a rock without Dyar’s Diner Dyar’s Diner hitting some place that serves up great old-fashioned comfort food. In downtown Anderson, several – like the Meeting Place (which serves cafeteria style) and Mama Penn’s (which uses menu board method) – have full to overflowing crowds at lunch-time. Get there early to get good pickings. At Dyar’s Diner in Pendleton, the cafeteria set-up lines the back wall of a huge bright and airy . Serving up to-order breakfasts and a revolving menu of lunches, the business has been a popular local establish- ment for 28 years. “It’s a Southern thing,” said Susie Jones, Dyar’s kitch- en manager. “Everything is a fast paced nowadays with , but I think people like the old food, the old traditions.” Jones said that their customers range from locals to college students to senior citizens to families on the Dyar’s Diner weekend. The restaurant still uses the same recipes as owner Tim Dyar’s mother used when it opened. Some dishes – like fried chicken and macaroni and cheese – are on the menu everyday. But other dishes change according to the day of the week – Wednesdays are turkey and dressing, Fridays mean fish and Mondays mean chicken pot pie. Regardless of the menu, seven days a week Dyar’s is serving up a sturdy lunch for about $8 per person. “This is a place where friends come to meet friends,” Dyar’s Diner Jones said. “It’s like a home away from home.”

Dyar’s Diner Valerie’s Diner

andersonmagazine.com 40 July/August 2015 “You want some more tea? I got ya, baby.”

Redwood Café

Over on the Belton Highway, the Redwood Cafeteria serves up meat and three from it’s cafeteria line on the right side of the wood paneled restaurant. Open seven days a week, diners can get a full lunch for $6.87. “We try to keep it under $7,” said Redwood general manager Sean Scott. “You gotta realize any more money for the lunch and it would really affect our senior citizen customers. We try to make sure you get a good deal for your money.” For 16 years, the Scott family has been serving up southern favorites. Scott says fried chicken, baked chicken and turkey and dressing is on the menu daily, selling up to eight pans of the dressing every lunch. Other favorites ro- Redwood Café tate through the week, like fish on Tuesday, meatloaf on Wednesday, pork chops on Thursday and spaghetti on “People love Southern traditional cooking, I think,” Friday. Scott said. “And it’s a lot easier to do here than it is at home.” But meat and threes also do a good job of creating that home-like atmosphere. At Valerie’s Diner in Homeland Park, owner Valerie McGee treats her customers like her family. “You want some more tea? I got ya, baby,” McGee says with a smile. Valerie’s puts up two meats, including fried pork chops on Wednesdays, and a variety of vegetables each day, in ad- dition to a regular short order breakfast and lunch menu. A sit-down diner, the meat and three selections are written on a dry erase board, while a printed menu lists sandwiches and platter available. Meat and three vegetables, plus des- sert, rolls and a sweet tea is only $6.25 plus tax. Good food, she said, is what’s key to the success of her restaurant. “We’re just a hole in the wall,” she said. “But that’s what you want when you look for good food – a hole in the wall, Valerie’s Diner like us.” n

andersonmagazine.com 41 July/August 2015 wine & dineBy Lisa Marie Carter If you need a break from your typical breakfast foods and are “hankering” for a little something different, Mr. Rivers Breakfast Joint in downtown Anderson is the place to be. Owned by Summer and Joe Fredette, who Anderson’s Favorite Apple Techs! also own Summa Joe’s Searing Pans, and located beside Summa Joe’s on Macbook? Main Street, Mr. Rivers is the latest place in iMac? Anderson’s trendy Main Street district. iPad? Though Mr. Rivers does offer your iPhone? standard eggs and meats breakfast, I suggest giving one of their signature dishes a try. For all your Apple (and PC!) Technology, count on Clever Techs to You can start off with an appetizer. Yes, keep your devices running smoothly. they have a breakfast appetizer. The fried doughnut appetizer is a serving of freshly fried balls of dough rolled in a sugar coating and served with honey butter. (The menu says, “honey butter,” but it’s more like an 225-1888 www.ct-anderson.com amazingly creamy sweet butter icing!) They also offer your choice of the vegetarian frittata or meat frittata anderson mag apple ad.indd 1 6/10/15 9:51 PM of the day. For those of you who aren’t think.shop.buy familiar with frittatas, they are basically omelets that are cooked in an iron skillet and finished in the oven. They also put their own twist on a BLT by using a fried LOCAL green tomato and spinach, then adding a duck egg and topping it with some tomato bacon jam.Offered daily are other specials, which vary. One of the days we dined there, the special of the day was a Cajun Bowl of grits, gravy, Andouille sausage, peppers and onions, topped with cheese. My husband could not say enough about this . It sounded so simple, but had such a depth of flavors and just a tad of heat at the end. If eggs and such aren’t your thing, why not give their pancakes of the day a try? How about even a little lunch for breakfast with a choice of their Fried Chicken Biscuit or Monte Cristo Sandwich? Mr. Rivers also offers a creative twist on the typical breakfast/ adult beverages, such as the Tokyo Rose, a mix of sake with some orange and cranberry juice or their Sake Bloody Mary. If you prefer to take the non- alcohol route, they have a flavored coffee of the day and several choices of cold beverages from which to choose. (864) With the days getting nicer, Mr. Rivers is a perfect place to grab a table outside and enjoy some people watching while savoring every bite. With 222-SAVE convenient hours five days a week, why not give this new breakfast joint a (7283) try? n Mr. Rivers Breakfast Joint lowerpremiums.com 7 a.m. until Noon Tuesday - Friday • 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Saturday 125 N. Main Street, Anderson • (864) 760-0597

andersonmagazine.com 42 July/August 2015 Cool Drinks for Hot Days By John P. Benca Owner of McGee’s Irish Pub & Restaurant & three-time Wine Spectator Award Winner.

ell at least you don’t have to shovel sunshine,” I replied as one of my patrons commented on the Carolina “ heat. Whether you’ve recently relocated or have lived here your entire life, Anderson offers a variety of ways to beat the heat of summer in the South. Most activities involve Lake Hartwell and choosing a cool beverage. WWhether you’re fishing, picnicking, or hosting a poolside dinner party, you can take these next two suggestions to the bank.

Chateau Ste. Michele Riesling, 2013 Guinness Blonde American Lager A blend of Riesling from Washington State’s Colum- It was only a matter of time for something new from bia Valley, this wine offers crisp apple, peach and apricot Ireland’s largest brewer that is made right here in Latrobe, aromas and flavors and is easy to match with a variety Pennsylvania, home to Rolling Rock. This is a creative of foods. Serve chilled, its semi-sweet character will help blend of Guinness Yeast and Mosaic with Willamette you chill out on the hottest day. Wine Spectator gives it 88 Hops out of Oregon. It’s a light, crisp amber beer brewed points and Wine Enthusiast 90 and should retail around in the old lager style tradition characteristic of a 1930’s $10. For fun, pair it with Shrimp Remoulade, Smoked American pale lager with citrus flavors ending with a Salmon with Split Creek Farms Goat Cheese and Potato unique biscuity malt finish. This is the perfect beer to take salad, or Teriyaki Chicken and Asian Noodle Salad. a break from mowing the lawn or just kicking back on the porch.

Wherever you may find yourself this summer, be sure to include both of these in your ice chest, along with some sunscreen. You’ll be glad you did. Welcome to South Carolina, y’all! n

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screenings are slowly becoming a widely accepted tool in Dr. Abhijit Raval lung cancer diagnosis. However, Dr. Raval stresses that a Physician with AnMed Health health system must employ a “multimodal” approach in Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine order to use this tool effectively. Dr. Raval is conducting a pilot study at AnMed Health on these screenings in an effort to hasten the time from diagnosis to procedure for every patient. The time from a screening to the necessary procedure takes less than a week at AnMed Health, but Dr. Raval wants that timeline to improve and become more consistent. Dr. Abhijit Raval, a physician with AnMed Health “It requires a team approach to comprehensive care, Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine, looked hard at a spot which is what went so well for Nancy,” Dr. Raval said. that appeared on a CT scan. It didn’t belong there. He identified it as a nodule — a spot on the lung — but it was located in a difficult area. An attempt to biopsy was unsuccessful, though the patient’s lymph nodes showed no signs of cancer. Dr. Raval then ordered a positron emission tomography scan to reveal more about the nodule. And when those results came back, he recommended surgical resection and proved early-stage cancer existed in the right lung. And just like that, new guidelines for lung screening paid off for Nancy Glidden, who, from all outward ap-

“We have to be able to “We have to be able to make a diagnosis, back it up and then do the right thing about it.” The right thing for Glidden was surgery on March make a diagnosis, back 10 to remove the lower lobe of her right lung, which meant she did not have to undergo any radiation or che- it up and then do the motherapy. Dr. Person later told Glidden surgeons re- moved cancerous growth the size of a fingertip before it became the size of a golf ball, and it was all thanks to the right thing about it.” low-dose CT. “Stress will kill you before anything else will,” Glid- pearances, had little to worry about before the screening. den said. “Doctors can do so much these days, so I try to Read more about her personal story at www.AnMed- let them do everything they can so I worry less.” Health.org/Nancy. In August 2011, the National Cancer Institute re- If you are: ported the results of an eight-year national lung screen- • 55 to 74 years old ing trial. The trial proved that low-dose CT scans could • AND have smoked: reduce lung cancer mortality by 20 percent. Consider- - 1 pack a day for 30 years OR ing lung cancer is currently the leading cause of cancer - 2 packs a day for 15 years death for both men and women in the United States, • AND quit smoking less than 15 years ago this 20 percent can mean the difference between life and or still smoking death for thousands of people every year. then the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recom- Dr. Raval pushes CT screenings for lung cancer sim- mends lung cancer screening for you. Visit www.An- ply because of the importance of early detection. These MedHealth.org/lungscreening to learn more. n

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By Caroline Anneaux Photos By Norma Hughes Smith

For more than 85 years, the Anderson Gar- den Club has created a rich, history in the An- derson community. In late 1929, a group of 11 organizing mem- bers met in the Carnegie Library to discuss the formation of a garden club. Several months lat- er in early 1930, the club was founded with 47 charter members. Current member, Beth Spann, said that while the Garden Club is a social club, its members have always been very hands-on in projects around the community. “As an active garden club, we plant trees and flowers throughout the year, pull weeds, clean up areas around the community and sponsor children going to Camp Wildwood in the summers,” Spann said. The group is not worried about getting their hands dirty. They love taking on a task that may be a lot of hard work, but they know the completed project will be well worth the joy it brings to everyone who sees it, she said. Frances Singleton said her mother, Lil- ian Glenn, recalls the members putting in lily pools filled with goldfish in more than 20 yards back in the 1930s. Several members recall Es- sie Wood, a master horticulturalist, using her cane in later years to point them in the right di- rection while restoring the overgrown and ne- glected garden at the Caldwell Johnson Morris house. Some of the club’s recent projects around town have been planting roses at Cater’s Lake; redesigning the planted areas and adding items to the meditation garden at the Cancer Associ- ation of Anderson; and maintaining planters, seasonal beds and bird feeders at the Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home. These Lackaday Farm Twisting and turning back roads in Iva, South Caroli- na, lead the way to a beautiful home currently owned by David and Donna Deholl. Once a 1000-acre cot- ton plantation known as Bowen Community, the land was originally purchased in 1827 by the Bowen family. Close to 200 years later, this gorgeous farm was the setting for the Anderson Garden Club’s An- nual Luncheon and Meeting.

The Deholls purchased Lackaday Farm from the Gal- lant family. This lovely piece of property and home is where they raised their family and entertained guests for the past 40 years. women love to share their love of gardening with others On a warm, spring morning in late May, the Ander- in the community. Making Anderson a beautiful place son Garden Club members were greeted and handed to live is as important to the club members today as it glasses of cold punch as they arrived. They socialized was to the members almost a century ago. and caught up on each other’s lives in a side yard Membership in the club is limited, however. When shaded by towering hardwoods as old as the planta- the occasional opening occurs, members “put up” a fam- tion itself. ily member or close friend to fill the spot. This results in a very tight-knit group of ladies who know each other Just yards away from the plantation house, a gorgeous well. Often, generations of women are active members pavilion with an original brick floor was the setting of the club at the same time. At the May meeting, sev- for the luncheon catered by Grits & Groceries. Indi- eral multi-generational members were in attendance. vidual tomato pies, ham balls with pepper jelly, mar- Younger members said they were honored to reach the inated fresh vegetables and homemade cakes were age where it was appropriate for them to join – espe- served to the members by the hosting committee. cially after growing up watching their mothers and grandmothers enjoy the benefits of membership in this well-respected local club. During the spring luncheon and meeting, new offi- cers were installed for the upcoming year. “My emphasis will be on taking care of the environ- ment and continuing the current community work the club is already involved in,” said Lisa Moorhead, incom- ing president and second generation member. Moorhead said she also hopes people in the com- munity will see how the garden club members keep their neighborhoods and surrounding communities beautiful and will follow their example. She said she will encour- age committees to set up group tours and guest speakers in order to continue educating the members on all as- pects of gardening. “The love of farming that my grandfa- ther and father enjoyed is how I became so interested in gardening myself,” Moorhead said. “When my mother invited me to join, I could not have been more thrilled about belonging to such a special group of upbeat, posi- tive, fun and wonderful local women who share my love of gardening!” n

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BADGES COOKIES FRIENDS The Girl Scout Traditions hen most people think about girl scouts, the only Wthing that comes to mind is cookies. But there is much more to this national young women’s organization than many realize. Girl Scouts of the United States of America is a program designed to foster leadership roles in young women in the hopes that they will grow up to become amazing adults making a difference in their communities. Young girls can join scouting as early as kindergarten in the Daisy program. If a girl joins a troop in later years, she may begin earning badges and awards immediately and will move right along with the girls who started earlier. Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards are earned according to age, so there are plenty of opportunities for the girls moving through the Girl Scout program to achieve one or more of these distinctions. Girl Scout meetings are held after school, during evenings or on the weekends. You may choose a troop meeting based on the age of your daughter and a day and time convenient for her. The best way to get her involved it is to contact Gloria McCall at redone29625@ outlook.com or 224-7682. Local Girl Scouts meet weekly throughout the year with other girls close to their age. They have the opportunity to go to father-daughter dances, host teas, attend camp, participate in healthy living events, join 500 other local By Caroline Anneaux scouts for an annual birthday celebration at the Civic

andersonmagazine.com 48 July/August 2015 Where Lifetime Learning Begins The mission of Anderson Prep Preschool is to provide a stimulating Center, and so much more. Scouting is an opportunity for environment for preschool children and to help each child develop his the girls to socialize with their peers, become better leaders or her own skills according to their individual capabilities. We believe that and travel to new and fun places. children learn and grow best in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust and when they are actively engaged in their environment. Therefore, we strive GIRL SCOUT MOTTO to provide a wide range of hands on activities throughout the day that will contribute to all areas of their growth “A Girl Scout is ready to help out and development. Anderson Prep Preschool provides wherever she is needed. a blend of the Montessori inspired philosophy and Christian values. The Willingness to serve is not enough; curriculum succeeds because it draws principles from the natural development of the child. The inherent flexibility of you must know how to do the job well, the method allows adaptation to the needs of the individual, regardless of even in an emergency.” their level of ability, learning style or social maturity.

INFANTS - PREK Lindsey Loparo started out 13 years ago as a Daisy. ELEMENTARY AFTERSCHOOL Now, Loparo is an Ambassador who has achieved the Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouts - equivalent to an Eagle Scout Award in Boy Scouts. To achieve the award, Loparo had to choose a project, make a proposal, go before a committee for approval, then follow through on the service hours required. Once all of those requirements were met, she had to go before a committee for final approval for her 1910 Commonwealth Lane Gold Award. Anderson, SC For her project, Lindsey spent 864-760-1105 over 80 hours working to promote www.andersonprepsc.com and educate students about South Carolina’s heritage horse called the Marsh Tacky. Now a senior in high school, attending Lander University in the fall, Loparo said the project was hard, but worthwhile. You are “It was a lot of hard work, but it was completely worth it,” she said. “My project was called The welcome SC Heritage Horse – Project 276. At the time, there were only 276 horses left in the breed, and no here. one seemed to know about them. I spent a year teaching 3rd graders a part of history that is not even in their history books yet.” Loparo has also traveled to Salt Lake City as a delegate representing her Council. She and other Girl Scouts vote on There’s something different important subjects to the Scouts and attending courses about about the way everyone cares for leadership, staying healthy and continuing their education. one another in our community, As part of her scouting experience, Loparo has also visited and you’ll find it’s the same India, Arizona, New York, Alabama and many other places. way at NBSC. Turn to us for the Loparo is currently looking forward to another Girl Scout financial products and services trip to California this summer as part of their “Destination” 1.800.708.5687 you need. Because here is a great bankNBSC.com place to be your friend, your program. neighbor and your bank. “I’ve been to so many places and experienced so many things that no one else gets the opportunity to do,” she said. “My absolute favorite place to go was Japan, where I climbed to the top of Mt. Fuji and ate a ton of my favorite food – Banking products are provided by Synovus Bank, Member FDIC. sushi! It was such an awesome experience!” Divisions of Synovus Bank operate under multiple trade names across the Southeast. continued to page 50 andersonmagazine.com 49 July/August 2015 continued from page 49

Scouts in high school have the opportunity to apply for on how you can help teach local Girl Scout trips each summer. If they are chosen to go, the girls to be successful leaders in local Council gives them $500 to help defray the cost. They business, the community and feel it is important to help the girls to experience traveling their families, contact Maley at in the United States and abroad. 423-8442 to find out how you Girl Scouts have been around since 1912, and continues can help out. n to grow. Another chapter of the scouts will start in the Girl Scouts of America Mountains to Midlands Council in 2015. Emerald Circle is a unique and easy way to support girls in the Mountains to Midlands Council. Emerald Circle began in 2000 in Spartanburg, South Carolina, with 60 founding members. Since then, Lindsey Loparo at the the group has grown to over 200 top of Mt. Fuji. women who have collectively raised over $1 million for Girl Scouts. This is a giving organization comprised of women and promoted as a way “to invest in our girls,” says Lee Ann Maley, Development Manager for Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands, Inc. “A chair or co-chair will help make contacts with powerful women in the Anderson community,” Maley said. “Mailings will be sent out, but mostly word of mouth keeps the grass roots effort going in the 22 counties this Council covers.” All of the funds raised by this peer-to-peer fundraising event will stay right here with our Anderson Girl Scout troops. The funds will help raise awareness of Girl Scouts and provide materials and resources to get new troops started. For more information

Omie Sturgill - Troop Leader Omie Sturgill has been a Girl Scout troop leader in Anderson for 45 years. Not only has she been a troop leader, she has served on multiple boards, program and membership committees and as a Day Camp Director. Presently, she is on Anderson County Service Unit Team #642, helping middle and high school Girl Scouts achieve awards from Program Aide to the Gold Award. Sturgill was not a Girl Scout as a child, but her daughter’s troop needed help in 1970. She stepped up to volunteer as a troop leader, and the rest is history. Please contact her at 226-4303 or [email protected] if you or any girl you know would be interested in joining the Girl Scouts.

andersonmagazine.com 50 July/August 2015 Sports & Recreation run, girls, run By Lisa Marie Carter

Girls on the Run was established in 1996 in Charlotte, North Carolina. While the name may make you think of a running club, it is much more than that. The heart of the program provides pre-adolescent girls with the necessary tools to embrace their individual strengths and successfully navigate life experiences. Check out their website (girlsontherun.org), and the first thing you’ll see is a moving message: “One girl at a time, Girls on the Run has changed 1 million girls’ lives. One girl at a time, we’re going to change one million more.” The Anderson chapter began in 2005. While running is on the agenda at their meetings, The Girls on the Run the mission of the organization is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience- ended the spring season based curriculum which integrates running. The Girls by participating in the on the Run of Anderson group serves approximately Tri-County Patriot Run. 100 girls annually, age range 8-14, grades 3rd through 8th. “There are absolutely no fitness level requirements. We welcome all girls! We train them to be able to complete a 5K at their own pace. We call it finding your ‘happy pace,’” said Lisa Huff, Director of Girls on the Run of Anderson. Huff has always been an avid runner and wanted to spend some active time with her own children, two girls. Wally Weathers, Wellness Director at the Anderson Area YMCA, was in charge of Girls on the Run of Anderson After at the time. When Huff asked him about the program, he approached her about being the Director of the group. School That was nearly five years ago and she has been with Program Girls on the Run since. “I know this sounds funny, but it’s increased my own Available on-site at 13 elementary schools self worth,” said Huff. “I have found my purpose.” in Anderson School Districts 3, 4, 5 Huff said it is often times challenging to keep the organization going. Because it is a non-profit group, they must raise money for everything, including the cost of training and seminars. “But it’s worth every penny to do it this with these girls,” said Huff. Luckily, the Anderson YMCA continues to offer support to the program through use of their facilities. There is a spring and fall program each year. The fall group starts up the week after Labor Day, so be on the lookout for sign up information. The group currently meets at the YMCA twice a week. To learn how you for questions about or your child can become involved with Girls on The locations • price • how to sign up Run, contact Lisa Huff at (864) 353-4340 or lisa.huff@ girlsontherun.org. n www.andersonareaymca.org

andersonmagazine.com 51 July/August 2015 Community Service and Friendship Go Hand in Hand

It all began in the 1930s when a group of five women came together in Anderson to form a club specifically for young women. Cynthia Barnes, Sara Vandiver Green, Lena Miles Clever Todd, Mary Louise Calhoun and Flora Young Preston officially formed the Junior Assembly of Anderson in January of 1935. Their goal was to create an organization for women devoted to enhancing the civic, cultural, charitable and social life in the city of Anderson. Since then, several hundred women have looked to this organization for the opportunity to become more involved in the community while Junior League Sustainers still meet for fun. building lifelong friendships. Over the years, the Junior Assembly of Anderson became an official arm of the Association of Junior Leagues International and is now known as the Junior League of Anderson County. The focus of the organization has always been community service and the women who have been involved with Junior League have worked together to raise funds and provide hands-on service at many charitable organizations in the community. From delivering meals at Meals on Wheels, building Habitat homes, stocking the food pantry at AIM, shopping with children from Calvary Home, providing meals and fellowship at Shalom House…the list goes on and on…the women of the Junior League make Left: Helping kids in the community the community a priority while building friendships all along the way. is a priority. Two of their annual events include the Spooktacular Soire (a Halloween Right: A page out of history from the party geared toward children) and a spring trail run. These events raise infamous Red Stocking Review. funds for the League to offer back to the community. Their signature charity, Team Kids, provides sports equipment to children who cannot afford to purchase the necessary items themselves in order to play in organized team sports in the community. The group is now accepting new members for the 2015-2016 year. Activities follow along with the school calendar and meetings are held once a month from September to May. To learn more about the Junior League of Anderson County or inquire about membership, visit www.juniorleagueofanderson.com or email [email protected]. n

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Barbara Collins is an Anderson author with two work. She kept the skiing and boarding authentic, but used children’s books under her belt, “Water Baby Learns cartoon type characters to delight her audience. In the sec- to Ski” and “Water ond book, “Water Baby Goes Boarding,” Baby Goes Board- she includes a glossary that teaches about ing.” She is current- the wildlife and plant life in the book. ly working on her Collins said she has been so delighted third book, “Water at the reaction the little ones have had to Baby Goes to the her books, and surprised at the smiles and Mountains.” laughter from the moms, dads, and grand- Collins said this parents as they view the books. series began from a “I hope these books will cap- need she saw while ture the hearts of children every- teaching early read- where,” she said. “I want parents ers. She was always to remember that books help trying to find sports their child to develop into life- related books to long learners. It is very important peak interest and that the illustrations are strong for instill a love of read- beginning readers. This is where ing for beginning meaning and interest are cap- readers. When she retired from Ander- tu re d .” son Five, she decided to fill that void. Take time to read these wonderful Why water sports? “This is the books to your children – especially sport I know best, and all children love during the summer when we all love the the water,” said Collins. The first book, water. They can be purchased at Books “Water Baby Learns to Ski,” is a true A Million, Propp Drugs, Electric City story of her son’s journey of learning to Blooms, Barnes and Noble, Amazon, ski, beginning with a ski rope tied to a and through the web site waterbaby- faucet in the tub at nine months old to andmore.com n becoming a National Champion. Barbara decided to continue her se- ries with “Water Baby Goes Boarding.” Water Baby is on the lake in the beginning along with his baby sister, Ty Baby, and his faithful dog. Then in the Barbara Collins is a native of middle of the book, they continue boarding at a South Anderson, South Carolina. She Carolina beach. This book shows Water Baby doing all is a retired elementary teacher types of boarding from wakeboarding to surfboarding. specializing in reading. She has These delightful books are geared for age 0-7 years a B.A. and a Masters degree in old, but even adults love them because it brings up mem- education from Clemson University ories of their childhood on the lake and at the beach. and 33 years teaching experience. Gale McKinley, also an Anderson resident, is the il- Her family has been involved in lustrator. McKinley is a seasoned artist and has illustrat- the sport of water skiing for 40 ed four other books as well as winning awards for her years on a Regional, National and International level.

andersonmagazine.com 53 July/August 2015 Anderson County TECHTRONIC Industries Chooses to Expand Operations in Anderson County By Angela Stringer Director of Communications, Anderson County

When new industry chooses to make their home in Anderson Coun- ty, we celebrate. When a long-time hometown company enjoys success that blossoms into expansion, we throw a party! Throw in 216 new jobs and an $85 million investment… and it turns into a real “shindig!” Such a gala took place on underneath a giant 60’ x 90’ tent on May 29. Not even a heavy rain could put a damper on the day as hundreds of community leaders gathered to break ground on the new Techtronic Industries site. County Councilman Tom Allen of District 4 welcomed everyone to the event. He introduced several speakers including Senator Lindsay Graham’s Upstate Regional Director Laura Turner, Senator Tim Scott’s Regional Director Susan Aiken, Congressman Jeff Duncan’s Chief of State Rick Adkins, Senator William ‘Billy’ O’Dell, Senator Kevin Bryant, SC House member Brian White, ACTC Chairman Ronnie Townsend, SC Department of Commerce Project Manager Tony Allen and very special guest, TTI’s Chief Executive Officer Joseph Galli. “This announcement further confirms South Carolina’s position as the premier destination for businesses that want to expand, grow and be successful in today’s global economy,” said SC District 6 House member Brian White. “TTI has already been a positive corporate citizen in An- derson, and I am proud and excited that the company has committed to bring additional jobs and increase its significant investment in Anderson C ou nt y.” Conveniently located near the I-85 / S.C. Hwy. 81 interchange, the new campus will boast a 1.3 million square-foot distribution, assembly and reconditioning center and is expected to be up and running by the end of the second quarter of 2016. Techtronic Industries (TTI), a global leader in the design, manufac- turing and marketing of quality con- sumer, professional and industrial products, was founded in 1985 and has continuously expanded around the world through organic growth and strategic acquisitions. TTI now boasts among its portfolio some of the world’s most famous and iconic brands. The company’s brands include Milwaukee®, AEG®, Ryobi®, Homelite®, Hoover®, Oreck®, Vax® and Dirt Devil®. As a global leader in the home improvement, construction and consumer product markets, the company employs more than 20,000 workers worldwide. For more information on Techtronic Industries, visit www.ttigroup.com. n

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install awnings over windows – In some cases, sunlight just streams into a room from a window that faces the sun during the afternoon hours. Low-e films on windows reduce glare and block out up One way to get some relief is to install an awning over the to 99 percent of UV rays into a room. While the films dark- window. Doing it yourself can save about half the cost, but en the room from the inside, they provide an almost reflec- requires a lot of precision work. It’s possible to do it on your tive surface on the outside, giving you an added element own, but hiring a contractor is worth the effort. of privacy. Installation of films is tricky though, requiring patience, special solutions on the surface and detail work on getting film in place. “It’s almost impossible to install the film without bub- bles in it,” said Marvin Woodward, millwork department plant shade trees – supervisor for The Home Depot in Anderson. Shade trees can not only Installing low-e windows instead of film may be more block sun from streaming worthwhile, Woodward said. “If you’re looking at this as a into rooms, but also help Do-It-Yourself project, you might want to consider spend- keep the temperature of walls ing the money and having the low-e glass windows installed and attics down. Just plant instead,” he said. them far enough away from “The films will be about $40 per window, and when you the house that the roots don’t look at the low-e windows at $100, that are light years away damage the foundation. from the film, you get more for your money with the win- dow installation.”

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change air conditioning filters and clean air ducts – Making sure your HVAC units’ filters are clean can reduce your electric bill by making the flow of air through your vents more efficient. Changing the filter can be simple, but cleaning air ducts should be handled by a professional.

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DistrictBy Liz Carey Photos by Black Truffle OfficePhotography at Locke Design

hen the 2015-2016 school year starts, new All five will be dealing with a changing landscape superintendents and new projects will take for evaluation, as well as changing districts due to bud- center stage across Anderson County’s five geting. Wschool districts. For the most part, the five school With the passage of the One Cent Sales Tax ballot districts have relatively new superintendents. initiative in November, districts will begin projects pre- In Pendleton-based Anderson School District 4, sented to the public prior to the election. Twenty per- Joanne Avery will take the helm for the district as cent of the money raised by the tax will go directly to Lee D’Andrea retires. Anderson-based Anderson paying down debt to reduce property taxes, but the rest School District 5’s superintendent Tommy Wilson, will be spent on a number of projects from new roofs to Honea Path-based Anderson School District 2’s FFA arenas to football fields to a multi-district career superintendent Richard Rosenberger and William- center. ston-based Anderson School District 1’s superinten- But changes at the state level – like new teacher dent David Havird each are facing their third year evaluation systems and new education standards - will in office, while Mason Gary in Iva-based Anderson impact the districts as well. The new teacher evaluation School District 3 is the most seasoned with 3 years system will look at how well students do in the class- of experience under his belt and will start his fourth room. year at the helm with the 2015-2016 school year. According to a report by Molly Spearman, South Carolina’s superintendent of education, the evaluation system is to help teachers grow, not punish them for their students’ failures. “Our goal is to use evaluation to shine a flash- light on where teachers can grow in their craft; the primary goal is not to use evaluation as a ‘hammer,’” she said in her March 11, 2015 report. “A major focus is a more direct connection between teacher practices and increased student learning through the incorpora- tion of student academic growth measures into class- room-based teachers’ evaluation and effectiveness ratings.”

andersonmagazine.com 60 July/August 2015 Superintendent David Havird Anderson School District 1 – Williamston

We want to continue to focus on bringing our students a global education.

Superintendent David Havird will start his third and security for each of the district’s 14 schools in- year as Superintendent with the start of the 2015- cluding additional cameras and access doors. The 2016 school year. Havird succeeded Wayne Fowler, district will also invest in band, fine arts and physical and previously served as Fowler’s Assistant Superin- education equipment, and on materials for its media tendent. centers and for the Anderson School District 1 and 2 “This is a wonderful district, and I am just fortu- Career and Technology Center. Palmetto and Wren nate and blessed to have been given the opportunity Middle Schools will both get new roofs, Havird said, to lead here,” Havird said. and the district will purchase one new activity bus Havird said the district will continue to prepare and a new field trip bus. student for the 21st century through their technol- Although the district is expected to see some ogy initiative which provides over 8,000 students growth in student population, the district is prepared from grades 3 through 12 with iPads. The initiative for it, Havird said. Despite challenges in growth and has gone well so far, Havird said, but in the coming funding, he said he hopes to continue to give stu- year, the district will expand on the initiative by ex- dents a world-class education. panding the software and apps, as well as building “We’re very proud of our graduation rate of al- out the infrastructure to handle the technology. most 91 percent,” Havird said. “That graduation rate The district will also be building on to the is a kindergarten through 12th grade effort. We want schools. to continue to focus on bringing our students a glob- As part of the district’s One Cent Sales Tax ini- al education.” tiative, money from the tax will be spent on safety

andersonmagazine.com 61 July/August 2015 Superintendent Richard Rosenberger Anderson School District 2 – Honea Path & Belton

Richard Rosenberger took over as Super- intendent for Anderson 2 in 2012 after the retirement of Tommy Chapman. Rosenberger said he has enjoyed his time with the district. “I am enjoying it like no other,” he said. “I really feel blessed to have been given this opportunity, and sometimes I think I’m in heaven on Earth.” Rosenberger said District 2’s largest challenges will come from dealing with the growth in the area. The district will begin renovation work on Belton Middle School including cleaning up the hallways, ceilings and rest rooms in the school. The district continues to see a lot of growth in Belton, which will require some expansion on Mar- shall Primary School and Belton Elementary School, he said. Money from the One Cent Sales Tax would be spent on the priority needs iden- tified by the district prior to November’s election – upgrading safety and security at schools and upgrading fine arts and athletic facilities throughout the district, upgrading the District 1 and 2 Career and Technology Center and upgrades to parking at several district schools. The district will also use some of the One Cent Sales Tax money to purchase activity buses. While buses are provided by the state for transportation to and from school, the schools purchase buses for activities. “Some of the activity buses are in such bad shape that we’re down to being with a bus and just not going to the activity,” he said. One of the biggest changes, Rosenberger said, was upgrades to HVAC throughout the district. “The HVAC system in some of the schools was purchased 15 to 16 years ago,” he said. “You want the environment of a school to be conducive to learning. Kids who are uncomfortable are not going to be in the best environment to learn.”

andersonmagazine.com 62 July/August 2015 Superintendent Mason Gray Anderson School District 3 – Starr & Iva

The 2015-2016 school year will be Mason Gary’s build a new joint career center, the district will also fourth year as superintendent of Anderson School build on to its sports facilities. District 3. The district will also build a new Future Farmers “I love it,” he said. “I love what I’m doing, and I of America (FFA) arena, Gary said. love where I’m doing it. It’s exciting to look at things “We have well over 100 kids in the district who from a global perspective and see the impact they are in FFA and another 60 that show cows or partic- have down to the student level.” ipate in annual rodeos,” Gary said. “It’s a big thing Gary said the district will be very busy next year for our kids, and we want to put buildings in place to with new evaluation systems and an accreditation support them.” visit. Gary said he felt the arena would be used year- “These systems are from the statewide model,” round for various agricultural events, some of which he said. “The newness of them will be tough, but could put money back into the district. we’ll be doing what we need to do to make it work.” “Last year our FFA rodeo grossed $8,500,” he District 3 will also be building on to its facilities said. “I think for these students, it’s important that with its One Cent Sales Tax Money. While District we put our best for forward for our kids and let them 3 is one of three districts combining their monies to show off their skills and their school with pride.”

andersonmagazine.com 63 July/August 2015 Superintendent Joanne Avery Anderson School District 4 – Pendleton

Joanne Avery has been with Anderson School money on,” Avery said. “The board really wants to District 4 for the past 12 years, but with the 2015- see that we have the money to cover the costs for the 2016 school year, it will be her first as superinten- center.” dent. Avery will take over for Lee D’Andrea, who The district is taking a wait-and-see approach retired after six years with the district as superinten- to changes in the teacher evaluations and standards, dent. she said. Avery said she doesn’t foresee any major chang- “We’ll be waiting to see what the final informa- es to the district during her tenure. tion about those programs is so that we can imple- “I guess the first thing I’ll be doing is listening,” ment it into our schools,” Avery said. “We need to she said. “The District is doing well. I want to con- see how much these programs will cost and whether tinue to build relationships and bring together the or not the state will be picking up any of those costs, district. Once I gather information from the staff or the district will have to take on those costs.” and teachers, I will be presenting what I’ve found to The district will continue to put an emphasis on the board.” wellness, she said. The district anticipates that the The district is waiting to spend its One Cent last school will be recognized for its wellness initia- Sales Tax money until after the cost of the multi-dis- tive, making the district the only district in the state trict career center. where all the schools in the district have received na- “The board wants to see what those costs are go- tional recognition for their wellness activities. ing to be before it decides on what else to spend the

andersonmagazine.com 64 July/August 2015 Superintendent Tom Wilson Anderson School District 5 – Anderson

Tommy Wilson returned to his home- town in 2013 to take the helm of Anderson School District 5, the largest school district in the county. Wilson succeeded Betty Bag- ley who retired after 13 years of service to the district. Wilson grew up in the area and graduat- ed in 1973 from T. L. Hanna High School. “I love the schools and the Anderson community,” Wilson said. “Our board of trustees has done a great job at outlining a clear objective of creating an academically successful school system that has long-term fiscal sustainability, and I have enjoyed get- ting to connect with staff members and those in the community.” District 5 is the third school district to be part of the multi-district career center fund- ed with One Cent Sales Tax money. Plans continue to develop to place that career cen- ter where Lakeside Middle School now sits, giving equal easy access to all three districts to the career campus and its facilities. Building the career center will mean changes to the district, he said. “We are in the process of expanding Rob- ert Anderson Middle School to make room for our Lakeside Middle students,” Wilson said. “Once that is complete we will move on with building the shared Career Center on the Lakeside property, which is adjacent to Tri-County Technical College’s Anderson campus.” Other improvements include roof im- provements, artificial turf field and athletic field houses at both high schools and some improvements to Westside’s cafeteria. Funding for the school district, as with all school districts, will continue to be an issue, Wilson said. “While state funding is still not at the required level, it has gotten somewhat better over the last few years,” he said. “We have a strong legislative delegation that works for us in Columbia, and they have been influential in getting us additional help.”

andersonmagazine.com 65 July/August 2015 She is just so sweet, said no one ever

By April Cameron

As an adult, I think the greatest compliment you can “You know April Cameron, you can hear her coming a give me is actually when you compliment my children. I mile away.” Yep, guilty. Pretty loud talker. hate to brag (not really), but I have two pretty good kids! “Well, you never have to wonder what April Cameron Over the past few months I have had a couple of is thinking.” True, true. Remember, I did write that article mothers tell me how much their child has enjoyed spend- on brutal honesty. ing time with my daughter. Their children think she is so I think one of my personality traits that I have grown sweet and funny. I was also recently told how polite my into over the years is loyalty. I have become one gosh darn son is when he visits friends. He uses his manners, says loyal friend. I realized just how loyal I was after a dining his “yes mams” and please and thank yous. He was even experience about a year ago… awarded the Good Citizenship Award for the entire 3rd My girlfriends and I had gone to dinner and had less grade at his school. Definitely proud mother moment. than stellar service, unfortunately. However, we were cel- Things like that make you feel like you’re doing some- ebrating so we decided to finish up dinner with in thing right! honor of whatever occasion it was. There are just some people that are just good people. I When we asked our waiter for the dessert choices, he have one friend that I can hardly speak of without saying, said he was slammed and suggested we go look at the des- “She is so sweet.” There’s another one who is pretty flaw- sert case for ourselves to see. less in the looks department, but I don’t even mention her Uh oh. At that moment I felt like Julia Roberts in Pret- name without saying, “She is just as nice as she is beauti- ty Woman when she goes back into the store that wouldn’t f u l .” allow her to shop there, she is weighted down with bags Then there’s me. I don’t think for one single second and bags of items she has purchased, and she looks at the that my name has been spoken and followed up with, sales person and says, “Do you work on commission? Big “She’s so sweet.” I think there are a lot of good things about m i s t a ke .” me, but “sweetness” is not one that I exude. I could see our waiter’s tip slipping away with just one “That April Cameron, she’s pretty funny.” Yes, I may sentence. There may be one (or two) in my circle of friends get that one. who has an invisible princess crown. Hell would freeze over before she would get up, walk to the dessert case and order a dessert in this restaurant. I knew at that point, I would not be eating dessert that night. A couple in our group either did not realize the grav- ity of the situation with the princess or their sweet tooth just won out, because several were ordered and passed around to share. I sat there with my mouth water- ing as the sweet deliciousness of cheesecake and chocolate treats passed by me on the table. However, I refused to partake. I stood in solidarity with my friend. I would have rather stabbed my own hand with a fork than to have “taken the waiter’s side” and eaten dessert there. And then we were done. Plates removed from the ta- ble, bills paid (minus one portion of the tip) and off we went. And I have never regretted not having dessert that night. Sweet? Not me. Not by a long shot. But loyal? I’m your girl. n Artwork by Jeanie Campbell

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