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Volume 142, No. 32 Wednesday, January 11, 2012

COMMUNITY EDUCATION COMMUNITYSmith addresses Delegation meeting ...... 3A

Area residents receive degrees from Clemson ...... 6A

Cannon Hospital Auxiliary completes pledge ...... 10A

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Fratnernal Order of Police Lodge #9 recently made a donation to Shriners Hospital. Above, Treasurer R.A. Gibson presents the donation to Lynn Dunlap of Shriners Hospital. The Fraternal Order of Police is open to active and retired police officers in good standing from all branches of law enforcement. It meets on the 3rd Thursday of the month at 7 p.m. at the Silver Bay restaurant on Highway 123 in Easley.

School District of Pickens County Board begins search for superintendentThe School District of

Pickens County Board of Trustees has begun its search for the district’s next superintendent. Jim Shelton, chairman of the board’s employee/public relations committee, is directing the search

process.Shelton said, “Our

expectation is to choose a candidate who will make Pickens the premier school district of South Carolina.

The resources are all in place: a stable student population; a motivated,

experienced team of educators; and modern facilities.

Much will be expected of our next superintendent, but we’re confident that we can find the right person who will meet the challenge and achieve our

vision.”A description of

the required qualities, education, training, and experience is published under Human Resources/Vacancies on the district website at www.pickens.k12.sc.us.

Individuals interested in applying are asked to send a cover letter, resume, certificate number, and references to Dr. Stephanie Lackey, executive director of human resources, 1348 Griffin Mill Road, Easley, SC 29640.

Applications are being accepted through January 31.

The new superintendent will succeed Dr. Henry Hunt who is retiring at the end of June. Hunt has been superintendent since June 2009.

Watershed project honored as Champion of the Environment

COLUMBIA – Pickens Middle School has been recognized as a Champion of the Environment for its “Watershed Connections” project, the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control announced today.

“Through this project, students will learn about watersheds and the effect of runoff pollution on water quality,” said Amanda Ley, DHEC’s coordinator for the Champions of the Environment program. “They’ll do water quality testing of a local creek with help from the Clemson Extension Service.

“Also, they will educate the community about the importance of clean water using Global Positioning Systems and labeling nearby storm drains, participating in creek clean ups, partnering with the city of Pickens on the ‘Turtles on the Town’ project, placing rain barrels throughout the Pickens area, and decorating grocery bags with environmental messages,” Ley said.

As a Champion of the Environment, Pickens Middle School will receive a grant award to implement this project.

The school will also be featured on the Champions’ website and a commercial will be made about the project and aired on WIS-TV in Columbia and WCSC-TV in Charleston.

Champions of the Environment supports environmental action in South Carolina’s kindergarten through 12th grade students through its grant award program. Champions is sponsored by DHEC, International Paper, Sonoco Recycling Inc., WCSC-TV and WIS-TV with assistance from the Environmental Education Association of South Carolina. More information about the Champions of the Environment grant award program can be found at http://www.scdhec.gov/champions.

2012 Pickens State of the City AddressMayor David Owens

Ladies and Gentlemen:It is with great pleasure that

I give this State of the City Address as I start my third term as Mayor of the City of Pickens. I would like to first thank the residents of the City of Pickens as well as City Council for your continued support and hard work to make Pickens a great place to call home.

At a time when many people are still unemployed or underemployed, we continue to strive to provide quality services to the residents of Pickens at an affordable rate. We also continue to push forward on capital projects and infrastructure improvements that are necessary for Pickens to prosper and attract new industry.

Throughout 2011 we aggressively chipped away at issues related to our aging water and sewer system. After eight years of planning, engineering, and cost analysis, Nov. 21st marked the groundbreaking for over 4.3 million dollars worth of improvements to our water treatment plant. Many new structures are being added to the plant filtration process while other parts are simply being rehabbed to increase our quality of water and ensure we are able to use our water source as a tool for economic development as new businesses continue to choose Pickens. In addition, we continued to replace thousands of linear feet of water lines on Highway 8, Walhalla Highway, Rice Road, Pickle Hill Road,

Texas Governor Rick Perry brought his campaign for the 2012 Republican presidential nomination to Pickens Monday morning. Perry spoke with supporters, met local officials, and took a walking tour of Pickens’ Main Street, with stops that included Garren’s Cafe and Bivens Hardware. Above, Perry and Lt. Col. Rick Simmons tour the War Memorial behind the Pickens County Courthouse. The SC Republican Primary is Jan. 21.

Gov. Rick Perry poses with Silas Whitmire during his campaign stop in Pickens.

Brothers break ground on dental office in Six MileSIX MILE — Two

brothers are working on bringing their dream to life in Six Mile.

John and Joe Atcheson officially broke ground on their dental practice, Atcheson Dental, during a special ceremony Friday afternoon.

Atcheson Dental will be located at 2548 Norris Highway, just off of Main Street in Six Mile. The former Daniel High School and Southern Wesleyan University graduates are excited about the opportunity to serve a community that means so much to both of them.

“It’s always been a dream for us to work together,”

said John Atcheson. “We’re really excited to be able to do this so close to where we grew up. We feel we are bringing a very valuable and needed service to this area.”

“We plan to have hours that are accommodating and a location that is very convenient to families and working individuals. It was a natural decision for us to open our office in the same community where we will raise our families,” John Atcheson continued.

Atcheson Dental will be a family practice, offering a full range of services including: cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, implant restorations,

veneers, teeth whitening, dentures, partials, root canals, extractions, and emergency dental services.

The groundbreaking

represents “a very exciting time for Six Mile,” said Mayor Roy Stoddard.

Joe and John Atcheson officially broke ground on their Atcheson Dental practice Friday afternoon in Six Mile. The brothers hope Atcheson Dental will open its doors in July. From left, Sen. Larry Martin, Rep. B.R. Skelton, Mayor Roy Stoddard, Renee Atcheson, John Atcheson, Elizabeth Atcheson and Joe Atcheson

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ANDREW KENNEDY

GREENVILLEAndrew Spencer

Kennedy, 89, of 412 Hedgerow Drive, husband of Hazel Griffin Kennedy, died Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at Richard M. Campbell Veterans Nursing Home.

Born in Sayville, New York, he was a son of the late Andrew Spencer Kennedy, Sr. and Jessie Lafarandre Kennedy. He was retired from S.C. State Park Services following sixteen years of service. He was also retired from the U.S. Army (Big Red One First Division) following twenty years of service and having served in WWII going in the 2nd wave at Omaha Beach and the Korean War. Mr. Kennedy was a member of Five Forks Baptist Church in Simpsonville.

Surviving are his wife of the home; daughter, Pamela Oliver of Greenville; sons, Jeffrey Kennedy of Greenville, Steven Bruce Kennedy of Columbia; two grandchildren, April Lengel and Kristina Kimbrell; four great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be held 1pm Thursday, January 5, 2011 at M.J. “Dolly” Cooper Veterans Cemetery in Anderson with Rev. Steve Hardin officiating.

The family will receive friends following the services at the cemetery.

In lieu of flowers,

memorials may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Gray Mortuary, Pelzer is in charge of arrangements.

Condolences: www.graymortuary.com

CHUCK NORTON

PICKENSCharles George “Chuck”

Norton, 74, passed from this life Wednesday evening, January 4, 2012 at Cannon Memorial Hospital in Pickens.

Chuck was born in Lake County, FL, a son of the late J. W. and Doris Parker Norton.

He was formerly owner and operator of C. G. Norton Company, Inc. and he was a Methodist. Chuck was an avid golfer and a long time member of The Pickens Country Club.

Survivors include his companion of 15 years, Connie Sue Baker of the home, and step-daughter Lori Crenshaw of Liberty.

Funeral services will be conducted 3:30 PM Saturday, January 7, 2012 in the mausoleum chapel of Hillcrest Memorial Park and Gardens with the Reverend Gary Edwards officiating.

The family will receive friends at Dillard Funeral Home, Pickens on Saturday from 2 to 3:15 PM.

A message of condolence may be expressed to the family by visiting www.DillardFunerals.com.

The family is at the home.

PHILLIPS, SEARCY

Greta Sherie Phillips and Stephen Bradley Searcy were united in marriage on Saturday, December 10, 2011 at five o’clock in the evening at Victory Baptist Church in Easley, S.C. Bro. Doug Foster and Bro. Tommy Hayes officiated, as friends and family joined in the blessing and celebration. Guests enjoyed dinner and dancing at Ellenburg Hall in Easley, S.C.

The bride is the daughter of Greg and Joyce Phillips of Easley, S.C. The bridegroom is the son of Scott and April Searcy of Easley, S.C. The bride was presented for marriage by her father, Greg Phillips. Mrs. Holly Chapman of Easley, S.C. attended her sister as matron of honor. Bridesmaids were Tammy Jones, Carla Pitts, cousins of the bride; Rachelle Rogers, aunt of the groom; Kristy Corn, Beth Truax, and Alicia Huff, friends

of the bride. Ashland Jones, cousin of the bride, proudly assisted the bride as her flower girl. Breanna Medlin, Lindsey Owen and Autumn Bryant served as attendants.

The groom’s father, Mr. Scott Searcy, was best man. Groomsmen were Shawn Miller, cousin of the groom; Russell Rogers, uncle of the groom; Geoffrey Phillips, brother of the bride, Brent Chapman, brother-in-law of the bride, and Mark Esancy, friend of the bride and groom.

Kyle Bryant, cousin of the groom, proudly assisted as ring bearer. Blake Hunt, Devin Hunt, Codey Pittman, and Sam Williams served as ushers. Music was provided by Jesse Kragiel, Lindsey Owen, and Beth Truax.

Upon their return from their Caribbean vacation to Paradise Island, Bahamas, the couple will make their home in Easley, S.C.

KEYS CELEBRATE ANNIVERSARYRev. and Mrs. Wilbur A.

Key of Easley celebrated 50 years of marriage on Dec. 22, 2011. They were honored at a Golden Anniversary reception for family and friends on Dec. 11.

The Key’s were married at Central 2nd Wesleyan Church, Central, SC in 1961.

Wilbur Key, born in Evansville, IN, graduated from the Central Wesleyan

College. He has pastored six churches in the S.C. District of the Wesleyan Church for 35 years.

Mrs. Key is the former Jewell Duncan of Easley. She graduated from Central Wesleyan lower division of junior college and attended Francis Marion University. She is employed at Powdersville Pharmacy.

The Key’s have three children and eight grandchildren.

Rev. and Mrs. Wilbur A. Key

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and Biltmore Drive – just to name a few! City Council also took a hard look at our water tanks and the costs associated with keeping them maintained. One of the tanks discussed was the Main Street tank, and I am happy to report we are continuing to explore alternative uses for the tank due to the overwhelming desire of residents who spoke up about its historic importance. We hope to roll out a downtown Wi-Fi Cloud in early 2012 which will be broadcast from the tower to support existing businesses and attract new. We also awarded contracts for sewer improvements on Florence Street, Homestead Road, and submitted a grant application to the Department of Commerce for $500,000 to replace the aged sewer on Rigdon Circle.

While infrastructure improvements are vital for economic development, we also realize how important our existing business base is to the community. In mid 2011, the City of Pickens submitted an application to join Main Street, which is a national non-profit that focuses on revitalizing communities from a grassroots, historic preservation, and main street focus. Six months later we have applied

for 501(c)(3) status and created a non-profit Board of Directors called Pickens Revitalization Association or “PRA” for short. The PRA is charged with administering Main Street South Carolina’s trademarked four point approach to economic restructuring. There are over 2,000 Main Street communities that have proven this approach is an effective way for a community to restructure and become healthy and vibrant again. It is the intention of City Council and myself to work alongside the community through PRA to not only do a better job of supporting existing businesses that have proven Pickens can be a successful place to do business, but to also fill vacant commercial space and recruit more great restaurants and retail spaces. So keep your eyes open and find ways to get involved! Three citizen committees have been organized and have established 2012 work plans with some ambitious goals.

As City Council discusses ways to improve the quality of life for businesses and citizens, we are learning about what other communities are doing with economic incentives and façade renovation programs. We have done small things this year such as introduce a more clean

and efficient way for businesses to dispose of their trash through our new Commercial Roll Cart and Dumpster Program. Thanks to our Streets and Sanitation Department, businesses all over town finally have a secure and clean way to put their waste out without battling smells, spills, and animals looking for a meal! Council is considering this program in the future to see if it is worth investing in for our residents.

While the PRA and the City work hard to organize and rally citizens and business owners around projects, we continue to work on the streetscape downtown. We ask for your patience as we still have not pulled the power under the new sidewalks and have not yet installed the additional decorative lights.

Once this is complete, we will have many more options on Christmas decorations downtown. Since we have done two night Christmas Parades in a row, we have really heard a lot of feedback about what citizens would like to see downtown. Keep the ideas coming – and get involved if you have great ideas and want to see changes!

Oh – and by the way – I am happy to let our citizens know that we did not lose ANY parking spaces on West Main due to the streetscape design!

We actually gained 7 spots thanks to some property owners!

Last, but certainly not least, I want to thank all of our staff for their hard work and dedication in making Pickens a great place to live and do business! We have worked hard over the past year to increase the efficiency of conducting business and to look for new ways to improve. We are currently in the process of preparing for online bill payment, which will be the first step towards accepting credit card payments for utility bills. In addition, our new Chief of Police Rodney Gregory (who we proudly promoted from within) is working on a virtual privacy network (or VPN) which will enable the police officers to be “live” on our systems at all times while on the road instead of having to keep driving back to City Hall.

In the Fire Department, Chief Porter and his staff worked diligently to go paperless on all fire calls, inspections, training records, and more by moving to an online tracking and information system.

We look forward to 2012 being a great year with lots of great changes and projects already underway! Happy New Year!

Sincerely, Mayor David Owens

Time for college-bound seniors to fill out the FAFSA

High school seniors planning to attend college or technical school this fall should fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, also called the FAFSA, as soon as possible, according to KHEAA.

The information on the FAFSA determines if students qualify for federal and state grants and for federal student loans. Also, many colleges use the information to award grants and scholarships administered by the school. Therefore, students should submit the FAFSA even if they feel it is unlikely they will

qualify for aid.The FAFSA asks

for information about income, assets and expenses. A formula set by Congress determines eligibility for federal and state aid. If the student is considered a dependent under federal guidelines, both the student and parents must provide financial information. Nearly all students going directly to college from high school are considered dependent.

Financial aid professionals will offer free help with the FAFSA at College Goal South Carolina on Saturday, Feb. 18. For more

information, visit www.collegegoalsc.org/.

Some student aid programs have limited money and provide funds on a first-come, first-served basis to qualified students, so it is important to submit the FAFSA as soon as possible.

For faster results, KHEAA recommends that students submit the FAFSA online at www.fafsa.gov, although they may also be mailed to the FAFSA processor.

KHEAA is a public, non-profit agency established in 1966 to improve students’ access to college. It provides

information about financial aid and financial literacy at no cost to students and parents. KHEAA partners with Overture Technologies to provide the KHEAA Student Loan Marketplace at www.kheaamarketplace.com to help students and parents find the private college loan that best suits their needs. KHEAA also provides the ThinkAhead Net Price Calculator to universities and colleges. The calculator, available on a school’s website, lets students and parents determine their out-of-pocket costs for attending that school.

3APickens SentinelWednesday, January 11, 2012

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Smith addresses

Delegation meetingBen RobinsonStaff Writer

LIBERTY —It’s become a bit of a tradition.

Junius Smith addressing the Pickens County Delegation annual meeting.

By law, members of the Pickens County Delegation must hold a public meeting at least once a year to stay in touch with the people who sent them to Columbia to determine what state policies and laws will be. The meeting rotates to different locations in the county. Tuesday night’s meeting was at the Rosewood Center.

Smith, a familiar visitor to these meetings, joked about his frequent appearances.

“Somebody asked me how much information I had for my presentation,” Smith said.. “I only brought two of my notebooks, so it shouldn’t’ take me too long.”

Smith complained about the state’s environmental

policies that led to more than 240,000 acres being taken off the tax books last year. Smith said the government would have to make up for the lost tax revenue someway, and the only way to do that would be to charge higher taxes to those whose property is still on the tax books.

Smith shared that in a town California there were plenty of bike trails.

“You can’t cross a bike trail even to go to church,” Smith said.

Smith noted that any time the government cracks down on one group, it affects others in the state. Smith noted that in Lexington County, the “environmental police” check peoples yards to make sure somebody isn’t growing tomatoes the wrong way.

Smith also noted that the state adjusts reassessment values to more accurately the fair market value of the property. However, this past year, the government decided to go with the

2007 value. Smith said that with the poor economy economy of recent years, most people’s property values have actually dropped.

“The Fair Market Value of property needs to b figured on the year that you’re paying the taxes,” Smith said.

Smith also spoke about the state’s education problems. Smith said that the average salary in South Carolina is actually $15,800, if you do not include teachers, whose salaries average $47,000. smith said he had no problems with teachers

making a higher salary, but noted that the state was spending $11,000 per student, yet 27 percent of high school seniors fail to earn a degree. Smith noted that a private business would tolerate such a high failure rate.

Finally Smith mentioned that the figures given by the environmental group were not accurate. Smith said that the groups website lists anyone who respond to the group as a supporter.

“They even listed me as a supporter,”Smith said. “And you know I don’t agree with them.”

Opinion

Inner Ear Often Cause of DizzinessPaul G. Donohue, M.D.North America Synd., Inc.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am 82 and in pretty good health except for a recent problem. During the day everything is fine, but when I lie down to go to sleep, the room starts to spin. It lasts about 10 seconds. Then if I turn my head to look at the clock, the dizziness returns. In the morning when I wake and turn my head again, the room spins. Do I have an inner-ear infection? How can this problem be fixed? — J.C.

ANSWER: Although I can’t give you 100 percent assurance, I can say on solid ground that you have benign positional vertigo, BPH. Vertigo is dizziness. BPH is not an inner-ear infection. It comes on just as you have written, with a change in the position of the head — lying down, turning to the side or looking up to a cupboard shelf. The attacks are brief but disrupting. Crystals normally found in one part of the inner ear have migrated to another part. Moving the head activates the displaced crystals, and they send a message to the brain that brings on dizziness.

The inner ear is not only for hearing; it’s also for balance. You can bring the crystals back to their original site through a series of movements called the Epley repositioning maneuvers. Sit on the side of a bed and bend your head to the shoulder on the side that triggers dizziness. Let’s make it the right side, so you can follow the instructions. If it’s the left, just change the direction. With the head turned to the right, lie down so your head projects off the other side of the bed. When dizziness stops, turn the head to the left side, with

the left ear facing down. Next, roll over on your left side so the head faces down for 10 to 15 seconds. Finally, return to the sitting position with your head bent slightly down in front. You might have to repeat the procedure more than twice. If this is too confusing, have your family doctor or an ENT doctor put you through the motions. The booklet on vertigo explains the common causes of it and their treatment. To obtain a copy, write: Dr. Donohue — No. 801W, Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Canada with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery.

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: Why doesn’t the heart ever get cancer? I’ve never seen this question asked or talked about on TV. Blood feeds tumors, so it makes sense that the heart would be a target. — C.V.

ANSWER: Tumors do arise in the heart. A somewhat-common benign tumor is a myxoma. It can disrupt the flow of blood through the heart. Malignant cancers, ones that spread and grow rapidly, also arise in the heart. They are quite rare. A rhabdomyosarcoma is a malignant tumor of heart muscle. The blood contained in the heart doesn’t feed heart muscle. If it did, we’d never have heart attacks. Heart muscle is nourished by its own arteries. So are heart tumors.

Dr. Donohue regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but he will incorporate them in his column whenever possible. Readers may write him or request an order form of available health newsletters at P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475.

Buying vs. RentingDavid UffingtonKing Features Synd., Inc.

Somewhere in the middle of the falling costs of homes and the rising costs of rentals is the tipping point where it becomes more cost effective to buy.

Those calculations will vary depending on your location and situation. Buying a home can be a positive step if 1) you are financially stable, 2) you plan to stay in your home for at least five years, and 3) you do your homework first.

Look online at www.bankrate.com and search for the “rent versus buy” calculator.

Go through the dozen

questions as a place to start to see if you’re a good candidate for buying. Do a “rent ratio” calculation. Take the price of a home similar to one you’d like to buy, and divide that by how much the rent would be for one year.

A ratio of 15 or under indicates that buying would be better.

High than 20 indicates that renting would be better. For example, if the home you’d like to buy is selling for $100,000 but would rent for $850 a month, the calculation becomes $100,00 divided by $10,200, which comes to under 10, well within the range where it’s smarter to buy.

Be sure to add the cost

of renter’s insurance. To get a broad-brush

picture of whether it’s better to rent or buy in your area, check Trulia, the real-estate site that analyzes homes from the national level down to the neighborhood.

Go online to Google and put this in the search box: Trulia Insights rent versus buy.

The top four links in the list are the ones that will be most helpful.

For example, Trulia’s research indicates that in 72 percent of buying areas, it’s better to buy than rent. If you buy, remember the standard caveats: Only accept a fixed loan.

Don’t be lulled by initial lower rates into taking on a

mortgage that can increase to an unknown amount in the future. Know in advance how much the taxes will cost. Give yourself more of a monthly cushion than the lenders do.

If the lender says you can afford a payment of $1,000 per month, give yourself some breathing room and cap it at $850. You might need to take on an additional expense down the road, perhaps a vehicle payment.

David Uffington regrets that he cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into his column whenever possible. Write to him in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com.

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OpinionSC Senate UpdateSen. Larry Martin

Let me begin this new legislative session and this report by thanking the citizens of Pickens County for the high honor to serve you in the state Senate. It is a truly a privilege to represent you and to serve along with the House Delegation from Pickens County. My contact information is provided below, and I trust that you will continue to call on me whenever you have a concern about a state issue or a matter that is pending in the Senate.

The Pickens County Legislative Delegation held its annual public meeting last Tuesday evening, January 3rd, in Liberty. A good number of county residents met with us at the Rosewood Center. Various presentations were made and a number of county residents voiced their views on wide range of issues. We appreciate everyone that took the time to attend the meeting and especially appreciate the Town of Liberty hosting us.

The second year of the 119th General Assembly will convene in Columbia on Tuesday, January 10th. The House and Senate will be gaveled to order at Noon, and the calendar of business will continue from the first session that ended last June.

The first major issue up in the Senate will be the completion of the Department of Administration bill that was under debate when last year’s session ended. The bill will place the executive functions of the Budget and Control Board under a cabinet level Department of Administration. The director of the DOA will be appointed by the Governor with the advice and consent of the Senate.

Major amendments were adopted on the Senate floor that promise to carry this restructuring debate much further than the original bill that came from the House.

For example, an amendment was unanimously adopted that proposes to eliminate the Budget and Control Board. Its policy making functions were transferred to the Governor’s office. Also, a board of trustees was created to manage and make policy decisions for the Insurance Division and the Retirement System.

The major issue of any legislative session is the budget debate and how much funding will be allocated to the various state agencies that provide services to the state’s

citizens. South Carolina’s economy continues to improve after a dramatic decline in general fund revenue that began in late 2008. General fund revenue remains below the amount collected at its peak in 2008, and the belt tightening that has occurred over the past three budget years will continue.

Changes to the South Carolina Retirement System promises to be a major issue. Committees in both houses of the General Assembly have been reviewing the retirement system during the interim. The objective will be to reduce the unfunded liability of the retirement system to less than thirty years. While the House committee has published its recommendations, the Senate committee has not. Likely changes will include an increase in the contribution rate and an increase in the number of years required to qualify for a pension from twenty-eight to thirty. A minimum age regardless of the years of service will also be considered.

The Senate Transportation Committee will take up a bill early in the new session concerning the state Department of Transportation. The bill proposes to eliminate the DOT Commission and place all responsibility for the agency under the Secretary of Transportation. This legislation comes in light of the DOT Commission’s controversial decision last summer regarding the proposed I-73 project in the Pee Dee region of the state. Other problems with the agency concern its cash flow management and its ability to timely pay its bills.

Five years ago, the Legislature restructured the Department of Transportation. A Secretary of Transportation appointed by the Governor was established to manage the day-to-day operation of the DOT. A seven member DOT Commission, one much smaller than the previous commission, was created to provide oversight for the agency and to rank large highway projects based on criteria that were written into the law.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of service in any way. Home office: 306-2126; Home phone: 878-6105; Delegation Phone: 850-7070; Home Address: P.O. Box 247, Pickens, SC 29671; Columbia Office: 803-212-6340; Columbia address: P.O. Box 142, Columbia, SC 29202. Email: LarryMartin@SCSenate.gov The General Assembly website is: www.scstatehouse.gov .

Next Step in Fighting Disease in the Developing WorldEric G. Bing

One of the world’s largest foreign aid organizations just announced it will be forced to make substantial program cuts next year. For hundreds of thousands of people, the consequences could be lethal.

The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, TB, and Malaria announced in late November that it had failed to raise the minimum $13 billion needed to support current operations. This is terrible news—fully 70 percent of antiretroviral HIV/AIDS drugs available in poor countries are provided by the Fund.

Now it’s up to the rest of the international community to pick up the slack. That’s no small task given the uncertain economic climate. It’s all the more important we are focusing our energies and dollars on programs that will work, sharing resources, and maximizing the synergies across disease-specific infrastructures. Fortunately, a large-scale model of an effective program already exists—and it was started right here in the United States.

The President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) was created by the George W. Bush administration and extended by President Obama. PEPFAR has proven highly successful in addressing the global AIDS epidemic by expanding the use and availability of top-flight antiretroviral drugs.

After the global HIV/AIDS rate of new infections exploded in the 1980s and 1990s, experts were predicting the disease would kill off entire generations of people in poorer countries. PEPFAR was a cornerstone in the

international effort to check the spread of the epidemic. Program officials, making a concerted effort not to trample local medical operations, worked in conjunction with state and municipal authorities to build up medical infrastructure and address the healthcare challenges specific to local communities. PEPFAR also worked closely with the Global Fund to jointly fund targeted antiretroviral distribution campaigns in areas worst hit by this disease.

In large part because of PEPFAR, the total number of people living with AIDS has essentially held steady over the past decade—rather than escalating out of control as credible estimates predicted. Today, 33 million people have the disease. Meanwhile, the rate of new HIV infections has dropped by nearly 20 percent and an estimated 7 million people with HIV infections are currently alive because they now have access to antiretroviral drugs.

The positive effects of PEPFAR aren’t confined to healthcare. Unfortunately AIDS often debilitates people in their most productive years. When people get healthy, they’re more productive at their jobs and less likely to leave the workforce. Effectively combating HIV/AIDS has enabled millions of workers to support their families and fuel economic growth. By stabilizing the labor force, PEPFAR has made developing economies significantly more attractive to trade partners and foreign investors.

PEPFAR has worked, there is no question about that. The international community should support

programs that build on PEPFAR’s successes and emulate its model.

The new Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon initiative does precisely that. It purposefully operates within the PEPFAR structure to more effectively address the rising rates of two other diseases devastating sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America—cervical and breast cancer.

Over 85 percent of total cervical cancer cases occur in developing countries and yet fewer than 5 percent of women in this region will ever have a pelvic exam.

Every year, meanwhile, there are some 1.4 million new breast cancer cases worldwide. More than 450,000 women die from the disease annually.

Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon is a $75 million joint effort between the George W. Bush Institute, Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the United Nations, and several major pharmaceutical companies.

It focuses on the same goals as PEPFAR: contribute vital medical equipment to enable local primary care doctors to improve diagnosis and treatment; expand the availability of screening and treatment services; and create grassroots education programs to inform people of the nature and causes of these diseases.

This program specifically focuses on improving integration between screening and treatment of HIV with cervical and breast cancer. Cervical cancer and HIV are tightly linked—HIV weakens patients’ immune system and makes the body more susceptible

to infections that can contribute to cervical cancer, which is 4 to 5 times more common in women living with HIV than in those who are HIV-negative. Cancer of the women’s reproductive organs can be highly stigmatized in many cultures.

The headline goal of Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon is to reduce total cervical cancer deaths among women it treats by 25 percent. Like PEPFAR, Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon’s successes in improving women’s health outcomes will have a ripple effect throughout the communities it serves.

Most excitingly, much can be done to combat preventable women’s cancers in the developing world where two-thirds of cancer deaths occur. Leveraging existing health delivery platforms—like P E P FA R — m a x i m i z e s cost efficiency of these expanded programs and speaks both to the pronounced humanitarian disparities and the costliness to economic development of countries that shoulder the heaviest burden.

The budget shortfall suffered by the Global Fund is a tough blow against the campaign to improve health in developing countries. But by supporting innovative programs like Pink Ribbon Red Ribbon that exploit synergies among existing programs and specifically build on the successes of proven aid campaigns, the international community can ensure that efforts to address global diseases continue undiminished.

Eric G. Bing is Senior Fellow and Director of Global Health at the George W. Bush Institute.

Now Here’s A Tip!JoAnn DersonKing Features Synd., Inc.

• There’s a reason most refrigerators have more than one crisper drawer. Some items need to be stored separately. For example, keep apples and carrots in different compartments. The apples give off a gas that can give the carrots a bitter taste.

• Here’s a great tip from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals: During the winter, outdoor cats sometimes sleep under the hoods of cars. They can be hurt or even killed by the starting of the motor. Before you start your car in the morning (or

any time of day, really) give your hood a nice, loud rap to give the cat a chance to escape.

• “To keep melting snow, mud and leaves out of your house and off of your floors, line a wide, shallow box bottom with plastic wrap or a kitchen-size garbage bag. Place the lined box near the front door to hold dirty shoes.” — R.I. in Ohio

• Apply lemon juice to the cut surface of an apple to prevent browning.

• “Mix some salt with a little bit of water and rub the mixture over your hands for a few minutes to get rid of the smell of garlic or onions from

cooking. Rinse under cold water.” — J.J. in Nevada

• “I usually keep a small blanket in the car for spontaneous picnics with the kids in the spring and summer. Last week, when my son and I got into the car to run errands in the morning, the car was really cold, which is kind of unusual for where we live. So, I grabbed the blanket and my son snuggled in it until the heater was able to warm the car. I am glad I had it in the car already.” — R.T. in Florida

Send your tips to Now Here’s a Tip, c/o King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475 or e-mail JoAnn at heresatip@yahoo.com.

Avoiding Hospital ReadmissionsMatilda CharlesKing Features Synd., Inc.

Question: What’s worse than being admitted to the hospital? Answer: Being readmitted quickly after being released. Far too often, just when we’re out of the hospital, something happens and we’re right back where we started. It’s expensive, and those who study these things have looked at the reasons for frequent hospital readmissions. Here are some of the statistics from the Center for Studying Health System Change: —About 8 percent of adults go back into the hospital within a month, and one-third within a year. —One-third of us don’t see a doctor, nurse or anyone

else within a month of being released from the hospital. After 90 days, 17 percent of us still haven’t seen a doctor. —Those of us who don’t see a doctor are at a higher risk for going back into the hospital, especially those who also have other medical conditions. The sicker the patient, the higher the rate of return. It doesn’t matter what kind of insurance we have. Researchers say new ways must be found to bridge the gap between the doctors and hospitals. At this point, even where there are programs and coordinators to manage the discharge process, it hasn’t changed the rate of readmissions. There’s one additional, potentially serious glitch: One-third of

doctors did not have the final hospital report on patients who did come in. And if they did have them, the reports were incomplete, and new medications might not be listed. Here’s a suggestion to keep from being readmitted: When you leave the hospital, make a nurse write down your prescriptions and instructions for aftercare. The minute you get home, call your doctor. Make the earliest appointment possible, and take your instructions.

Matilda Charles regrets that she cannot personally answer reader questions, but will incorporate them into her column whenever possible. Write to her in care of King Features Weekly Service, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475, or send e-mail to columnreply@gmail.com.

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Community prepares to celebrate Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life, legacyPICKENS — Members

of the community will celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. this weekend.

The 2012 “MLK Dream Weekend Celebration” will be held beginning Sunday.

Griffin Ebenezer Baptist Church will host a skit,

musical and praise dancing Sunday, January 15 at 5 p.m.

On Monday, January 16, the community will meet

at Pickens Presbyterian Church at 10 a.m. At 10:30 a.m., the lineup for the march to the Pickens County Courthouse will

begin.A UNITY service

will then be held at the Courthouse. Rev. Isaiah Scipio is the guest speaker.

After the service, marchers will return to Pickens Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall for a free lunch.

Celtic Band to perform at Lawrence Chapel UMC Jan. 15

You are invited to hear Emerald Road , a Celtic Band, perform at Lawrence Chapel UMC on January 15th at 3:30pm.

This is the third in our

Free Public Recital Series celebrating a Centennial of Worship in our sanctuary in 2012.

Please join us at 2101 Six Mile Hwy (Hwy 133) three

miles north of Clemson. Refreshments and time to visit with the performers after the concert. More details at our webpage — lawrencechapelumc.org .

Wilson CaseyKing Features Synd., Inc.

1. Is the Book of Amaziah in the Old or New Testament or neither?

2. From 1 Samuel 23, who asked God, “Shall I go and smite these Philistines”? Samson, David, Cyrus, Moses

3. How much dew (water) was on the fleece the first time Gideon put it out?

Sprinkling, Cup full, None, Bowl full

4. From Proverbs 31, which king was taught sayings by his mother? Lemuel, Neco, Ben-Hadad, Jehu

5. Which Psalms’ verse 12 contains, “We went through fire and through water”? 23, 66, 81, 130

6. What is the total amount of chapters in Proverbs? 31, 41, 51, 61

BIBLE TRIVIA

ANSWERS: 1) Neither; 2) David; 3) Bowl full; 4) Lemuel; 5) 66; 6) 31Pickens County Seniors Unlimited Serving Breakfast at Centers

PICKENS COUNTY – Pickens County Seniors Unlimited will be serving breakfast at the Easley Senior Center and the Central-Clemson Senior Center.

Starting Tuesday, January 17, 2012, seniors’ age 60 and older can have a hot, nutritious breakfast at one of the centers.

The breakfasts are served Monday through Friday at 9:00am. No membership fees are needed, however, advanced registration is required.

The meals are available at no cost to Pickens County adults age 60 and older.

Donations are always appreciated. This program is currently not available for home-delivery.

Since 1972, Pickens County Seniors

Unlimited, a non-profit organization, has been a major service delivery organization exclusively serving the needs and interests of senior adults.

Our primary goal is to provide programs and services that address social, intellectual, emotional, vocational and physical needs.

By providing these services, Pickens County Seniors Unlimited hopes to delay or prevent institutionalization and promote independent living among senior adults in Pickens County.

To register for a meal program or for more information on the meal programs or other programs and services offered by Pickens County Seniors Unlimited, please call 864-878-0172.

Osher Lifelong Learning kickoff is Jan. 19

Patrick Square event is open to the publicCLEMSON– Pat

Smart, Ph.D., Professor Emerita & Director of Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) announces the Spring 2012 Kick-Off event. It will be held January 19, 2012 at their new facility, the Charles K. Cheezem Education Center at Patrick Square, 100 Thomas Green Blvd. (578 Issaqueena Trail),

Clemson SC 29631 from 10 a.m. – noon. The event is open to OLLI members and the public. “We’re proud of our beautiful new home in which classes will be held for the first time this semester,” explained Dr. Smart, “and we’re also excited about the new and innovative courses we’ll be offering.” Some of these include:

Sport and Politics: The Summer Olympic Games from Athens (1896) to London (2012), Church, State and the First Amendment, The Emotional Toolbox – A Technology to Help You Resolve Your Upsets, Sewing a Tote Bag for Beginners, A Killer is Stalking You, and It’s Not Your Celery. A total of 86 courses including

excursions will also be offered in areas such as computer skills, digital photography, antiques, introductory piano, yoga, history, literature and hikes in the Upstate.

“Our season Kick-Off provides new and returning members an opportunity to meet our instructors, enjoy refreshments while socializing with each

other and register for upcoming classes,” Dr. Smart continued. She also announced the introduction of Free Friday lectures at the new building.

OLLI Spring Classes begin Feb. 13th. The Course Catalogue will be available for review during the 2nd or 3rd week of January and online course registration

begins on January 27th. Any members attending the kick-off event on Jan. 19th can register for classes at that time and new members can sign up for membership ($15 annual fee) and also register for classes.

For more information visit the website, www.clemson.edu/OLLI, email olli@clemson.edu or call 864-633-5242.

Saluda property owners appeal to delegationBen RobinsonStaff Writer

LIBERTY — Lib Tickle is running out of options.

Tickle and her100 or so fellow landowners from the banks of the Saluda River in Pickens and Greenville counties have been fighting a project that the state is doing on the Saluda River.

But so far their pleas have fallen on deaf ears. As of the first of September last year, a bulldozer was in the middle of Saluda River, working on the project. While the property owners now noticed the banks of the river have been the victims of erosion.

“Not a single spec of erosion was caused my normal use,” Tickle said at Tuesday night’s public meeting with the Pickens Count Legislative Delegation.

Tickle said the property is now owned by a trust fund set up by the state.

“Is this a wise use of

tax dollars.”Sen. Larry Martin said

that while he understood Tickle’s situation, the Delegation could be of little help.

“We have nothing to do with that project,” Martin said.

Dan Rankin of the S.C. Department of Natural resources said the work was being done to enhance the habitat for fish.

“The river is very wide and not that deep,” Rankin said. “That is not a good habitat for fish.”

Rankin said he was pleased with the results of the state’s work, despite the effects of a drought earlier this year.

When asked to compare the work the state is doing in the Saluda to wrk being done in North Carolina, Rankin warned that the public has to be careful not to compare apples to oranges.

Rankin said that much of the work in North Carolina had been done by private companies, usually with no regard for conservation

but instead a focus on the least expensive way to get the work done.

Martin said that he was solidly on the side of soil conservation.

“I remember writing an essay for soil and water conservation when I was in school,” Martin said.

But Martin noted that the restoration project does not take place on anyone’s private land, so he and his fellow lawmakers found their hands tied.

Rep. Davey Hiott said that noted environmentalist Dennis Chastain had examined the projct and had no complaints.

“He said this is one of the best things that’s ever happened,” Hiott said.

Hiott said he had spoken with three property owners in the area of the project.

“They contacted me when they heard about this,” “I spoke to them later, when they had a better idea of what’s going on, and all three said ‘Wow,’ because they

were excited by what we were doing.”

Mary Ann Allen, who owns 104 acres on the South Saluda River said she didn’t the legslature understood their side on the issue.

“There’s two sides to every story.” Allen said.”DNR does not live on the river.”

Chastain was at the meeting to speak in favor of the project. He noted that he fully supported any citizen’s right to speak against a government project, but the Saluda homeowners had been heard on several layers of the court system and were constantly denied.

Chastain noted that the river had a natural process of flushingsilt, but in this case the process wasn’t working because man had put the silt in there.

“I’ve looked at the project on the South Saluda, and just let me say, whoever did that — good job.”

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Education Area residents receive degrees from Clemson University

CLEMSON — The following local residents were among 1,121 students who received degrees from Clemson University at the Dec. 22, 2011, ceremony.

James Keyes Aton IV, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Joseph Hopkin Bisesi Jr., a resident of Central, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Environmental Toxicology.

Jonathan Allen Brent, a resident of Central, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Karen Rebecca Clark, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Biological Sciences BIO M/P.

Margaret Anne Cox, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Veterinary Sciences.

Rong Cui, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Polymer and Fiber Science.

Sandra Beth Deitch, a resident of Central, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Bioengineering.

Joseph Bryan Ellison, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management (General Management Emphasis).

Kevser Erdener, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Education degree in Secondary Education (Math).

Awatef Omar Ergai, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering.

Margaret Lynn Fiedler, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Materials Science and Engineering.

Talia Raniayah Gladden, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.

Jan Andre Grauman Neander, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Economics.

Jonathan Charles Gravgaard, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Microbiology.

Jessie Leigh Griffis, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.

Jennifer L Grimland, a resident of Central, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Chemistry.

Dong Gu, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Computer Science.

Austen Luke Hayes, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science.

Brian Thomas Hight, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communications.

Gia-Ming Hong, a resident of Central, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Environmental Toxicology.

Huifeng Hu, a resident of Central, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Forest Resources.

Bolim Lee, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Sciences.

Natasha Therese Loiseau, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Computer Science.

Hunter Franklin Massey, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Agricultural Education degree in Agricultural Education.

Charles Scott Moon,

a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communications.

Mira Narayan, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.

Brennen Lee Owens, a resident of Central, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Management.

Andre Peter Prescod, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Brian James Reeves, a resident of Central, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Sciences.

Nishanth Rao Thatiparthi, a resident of Central, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Management.

Abdraouf Khalifa Abusoua, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Ali Issam Alahmer, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Ibtehal Albasher Alsallaiy, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences.

Caitlin Lara Baker, a resident of Clemson, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Vikram Ashwin Bhide, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Mohammad Ashraf Uddin Bhuiyan, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Computer Engineering.

John Vernon Breitmeier, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Bioengineering.

Brittany Elizabeth Bryan, a resident of Clemson, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Anna Brooke Carter, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Veterinary Sciences.

Rose Katherine Curry, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences.

Eyup Dogan, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Economics.

Sara Familian, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Civil Engineering.

Victor Hugo Gallascervo, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Kara Jane Garber, a resident of Clemson, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

Nivedhitha Giri, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Angela Grujicic, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Bioengineering.

Mahesh Harinath, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Yi He, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Economics.

Luther Kenneth Henderson Sr., a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Annette Tamara Himelick, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Architecture degree in Architecture.

Narges Hosseini, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering.

Tiffany Lindstrom James, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Materials Science and Engineering.

Vineeth Kumar Jampala, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Gaurav Prakash Javalkar, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Construction Science Management degree in Construction Science and Management.

Tommi Odene Jones, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Administration.

Vidya Deepakkumar Kajbaje, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Administration.

Annimari Katriina Korte, a resident of Clemson, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication Studies.

Sourabh Uday Kulkarni, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Chemical Engineering.

Ali Kuru, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Economics.

Caroline Claiborne Linvill, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Professional Communication.

Suzanne Nancy Lombardo, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Horticulture.

Zhe Luo, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Civil Engineering.

Peng Luo, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Environmental Engineering and Science.

Zhen Ma, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Bioengineering.

Ravindra Shiva Charan Masana, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Ahmad Turki Mayyas, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Automotive Engineering.

Adam Arlington Millsap, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Economics.

Caitlin Annette Moore, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Language and International Health (Spanish).

Andrew Robert Moore, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in PRTM (Community Recreation, Sport and Camp Management).

James Simiren Nampushi, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management degree in Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management.

Matias Gabriel Nardi, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Policy Studies.

Ha Hai Nguyen, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Chemical Engineering.

Andrew Daniel Ouzts, a resident of Clemson, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science.

Benjamin Thomas Poore, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a

Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Cody Jonathan Reynolds, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Materials Science and Engineering.

Mahmoud Rezaei, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Mathematical Sciences.

Cecily Mecole Rodgers, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Science-Prerehabilitation Science.

Sriram Sankar, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Bioengineering.

Siddharth Vijay Setiya, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Industrial Engineering.

Tyler Joseph Shake, a resident of Clemson, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Deepti Sharma, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

Clodoaldo Jose Da Silva, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Randhir Singh, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Microbiology.

John Norton Skardon, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Policy Studies.

Peter M. Staples, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Applied Economics and Statistics.

Joshua Aaron Tarbutton, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Kristin Shernell Trowell, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.

Nadeem Ahmad Vellore, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Bioengineering.

Roberta Elizabeth Vogt, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in History.

Lauren Virginia Weant, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Biological Sciences (Nonthesis).

Joseph Herbert Weir, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Science and Management.

Stephanie Anne Whetsel, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Applied Psychology.

Jacob Braxton Williams, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in PRTM (Travel and Tourism).

Hannah Leeann Wood, a resident of Clemson, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Ran Xie, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Applied Economics and Statistics.

Pengfei Xuan, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Computer Science.

Danielle Zanzalari, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in Economics.

Yueli Zheng, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Chemistry.

Dawson James Zimmerman, a resident

of Clemson, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English.

Lilla Marta Fordos, a resident of Clemson, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.

Lawrence Marklin Ochieng, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education.

Carly Frances Summers, a resident of Clemson, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology.

Jessica Danielle Black, a resident of Clemson, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

Masaki Maeda, a resident of Clemson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Dana Marie Bradley, a resident of Liberty, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Wildlife and Fisheries Biology.

Heather Marie Harton, a resident of Liberty, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Computer Science.

Amber Dannielle Sisk, a resident of Liberty, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

Adam Todd Stewart, a resident of Liberty, graduated with a Master of Fine Arts degree in Visual Arts.

John David Burgess, a resident of Pickens, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology.

Jeffrey Paul Duncan, a resident of Pickens, graduated with a Education Specialist degree in Administration and Supervision.

Sarah Anne Irwin, a resident of Pickens, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematical Sciences.

Elizabeth Lee Red, a resident of Pickens, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in PRTM (Therapeutic Recreation).

Jennifer Maelee Richardson, a resident of Pickens, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing.

Lauren Holly Brown, a resident of Six Mile, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Veterinary Sciences.

Charles Thomas Cook, a resident of Six Mile, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Computer Science.

Jeremy Duane Hughes, a resident of Six Mile, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Packaging Science.

Sandra Bethany Blankenship, a resident of Sunset, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Youth Development Leadership.

Wysheka Tasheana Austin, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering.

Laura Catherine David, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics.

Corey Dale Graves-Brigman, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Science Teaching (Biological Science).

Joshua Daniel Nalley III, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management (General Management Emphasis).

Stacy Nicole Powell, a resident of Easley, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education.

Kristin Denise Powell, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology.

Brandon Todd Ray, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Financial Management.

Jeffrey Scott Scranton, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Master of Education degree in Counselor Education (Clinical Mental Health Counselor).

Savannah Loren Singleton, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal and Veterinary Sciences.

Josiah Shiloh Yeagley, a resident of Easley, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Engineering.

Emily Megan Wallis, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences.

Holly Nicole Anderson, a resident of Easley, graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing.

William Myles Ayers, a resident of Easley, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree in Landscape Architecture.

Jessica Barron, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Administration.

Noelle Christen Castiglia, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Master of Landscape Architecture degree in Landscape Architecture.

Natashia Lindsay Cooke, a resident of Easley, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting.

Bradly Cecil Crenshaw, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology.

Salvador Estrada Jr., a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management (General Management Emphasis).

Bethani Hope Galloway, a resident of Easley, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in Graphic Communications.

Michael Thomas Gillespie, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering.

Christian William Graver, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Master of Science degree in Nursing.

McKenzie Lynn Hoxit, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mathematics Teaching.

Jeremy John Mercuri, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Doctorate degree in Bioengineering.

Melissa Star Nation, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology.

Elizabeth Diana Newton, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in PRTM (Therapeutic Recreation).

Marshall James Norris, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Master of Business Administration degree in Business Administration.

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Pickens taking volleyball registrations

PICKENS - Volleyball registration is being taken now – January 27 at the Pickens Recreation Center on Sangamo Road in Pickens.

The following age divisions are offered: 2nd - 4th grades; 5th - 7th grades; 8th & 9th grades; 10th – 12th grades

Following registration, a skills/evaluation day will be

held for each age division. The registration fee provides a jersey to be kept. The fee is $45.00 for in-city residents and $55.00 for out-of-city residents. Birth certificates are required at registration.

If you are interested in coaching or need additional information, please call the Recreation Dept. at 878-2296.

PICKENS — Spring Soccer registration is being taken now – January 27 at the Pickens Recreation Center on Sangamo Road in Pickens. The following coed age divisions are offered: 5 & 6 7 & 8 9 & 10 11 & 12

(Depending on size of leagues, the 9 & 10 and 11 & 12 divisions may have to be combined.)

Following registration, a skills/evaluation day

will be held for each age division. The registration fee provides a jersey to be kept. The fee is $45.00 for in-city residents and $55.00 for out-of-city residents. Birth certificates are required at registration. Birthdate cut-off is November 30, 2010.

If you are interested in coaching or need additional information, please call the Recreation Dept. at 878-2296.

Weekly rodeo events begin Jan. 14Weekly Cowboys Bull

Riding and Cowgirls Barrel Racing is coming to the Old Winchester Indoor Building every Saturday night starting January 14 at 7 p.m. The Ernie Treadway Rodeo Company and Southern Extreme Bull Riding Association will be bringing fun filled family entertainment for all ages.

“This will be something local to do, a good place for young folks to hang out,” Ernie Treadway comments.

This is the first of hopefully many horse related events at this location.

Cowboys and cowgirls from all over the Southeast will be competing for prize money and bragging rights on some

of the best bulls provided by the Ernie Treadway Rodeo Company for your viewing entertainment.

This will all take place at the Old Winchester Building. Completely enclosed and heated with concession stand and vendors on site, the Old Winchester Building is located off Hwy. 178 before the Ingles in Pickens.

Admission is $10 for adults, kids 5 and under free. So bring the whole family to the Bull Riding Extravaganza at the newly renovated Winchester building every Saturday starting January 14 at 7 p.m.

For more information or to be a sponsor contact Ernie Treadway at 864-608-3807 or David Elias at 864-633-8575.

Pickens County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee Announces Tourism Related Projects Funding Availability

PICKENS COUNTY - The County of Pickens is now accepting Accommodations Tax Funding Applications for projects for the 2011-2012 Fiscal year from organizations involved in tourism-related activities or projects.

These funds, collected from Pickens County Accommodations Tax, are intended to be used

to further the growth of the tourism industry in Pickens County by attracting or providing for tourists. The distribution of these funds is approved by Pickens County Council who receives recommendations from the Pickens County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee. The committee will determine its recommendations

on completed Funding Request Applications received and will be meeting during the month of March 2012 to review these applications. The deadline for the receipt of all funding applications is February 24, 2012.

Any Pickens County organization who efforts primarily involve or affect area tourism efforts is encouraged to apply for

potential funding.Funding Request

Applications can be obtained by writing the Pickens County Accommodations Tax Advisory Committee at 222 McDaniel Ave. #B-2, Pickens, SC 29671, by phone at (864) 868-2196, by e-mail at dalep@co.pickens.sc.us or http://www.co.pickens.sc.us/documents/

COLUMBIA - The Governor’s School for Science and Math (GSSM) is looking for academically motivated high school sophomores who are passionate about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) and who are eager to learn more about economics and entrepreneurship. GSSM is one of only 12 public, residential high schools in the nation specializing in science and math.

If you are looking for an opportunity to expand your academic horizons, our Pickens County SmartTalk session is designed for you. The Q&A session will serve as a great opportunity to meet alumni and faculty while learning about curriculum, residential life and admissions.

The session will take place Thursday, January

12, 2012, in Clemson, 6 p.m.

Clemson University Visitor’s Center

201 Sikes HallClemson, SC 29634To RSVP, contact Brigitte

Barnett, Marketing and Recruitment Manager, at 803-201-9168 or Brigitte@scgssm.org.

The school’s application deadline is quickly approaching. All applications must be submitted on or before March 1, 2012. Visit our website to find out more about GSSM, where smart gets smarter. www.scgssm.org

For more information

on the South Carolina Governor’s School for Science & Mathematics, contact Leigh Hewlett at 803-252-9152 or leigh@scgssm.org.

Justina Marie Oliva, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Master of Arts degree in English.

Daniel Brett Porter, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing.

Marisa Bethany Satterfield, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology.

Terry Richard Sloan III, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology.

Aaron Christopher Smith, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology.

Javis Lonnel Sullivan, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.

Dana Lynn Tinklepaugh, a resident of Easley, graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education.

Sara Kathryn Touchet, a resident of Easley, graduated Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Secondary Education (English).

William Daniel Traber

Jr., a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management (Human Resource Management Emphasis).

Derek Christopher Ward, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Management (General Management Emphasis).

Jenna Ann Wilkes, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry.

Richard Luke Wright, a resident of Easley, graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering.

A video recording of the graduation is available online.

Ranked No. 25 among national public universities, Clemson University is a major, land-grant, science- and engineering-oriented research university that maintains a strong commitment to teaching and student success. Clemson is an inclusive, student-centered community characterized by high academic standards, a culture of collaboration, school spirit, and a competitive drive to excel.

SC Governor’s School for Science and Mathematics to Host Pickens County Information Session

Pickens Rec now taking soccer registrations

How to snack smart in 2012Snacks - they can either

be your worst dieting enemy or your new weight-loss best friend. The difference is all in the choices you make. This year, make it your resolution to learn how to snack smarter. To help, here are some tips to develop a healthier relationship with snacking.

Portion control Hand someone a bag of chips and ask them to eat just 100 calories. Sounds impossible, right? Well for most people, it is. Not only is it hard to calculate quickly, our willpower alone will fail us. Soon a few chips become half the bag and the guilt sets in.

Don’t even give yourself the opportunity to overeat and instead think portion control. Replace full size snack bags with 100-calorie snack packs. They are the perfect way to know you’re only eating 100 calories and resist the urge to eat more. Snyder’s of Hanover offers a variety of 100-calorie Pretzel snack packs. Available in mini, snap or pretzel sticks, they’re sold in the snack aisle of local grocery store. They are quick and easy and perfect for kids or adults. Plus the best part is, once the snack

pack is gone, you’re done.Smart snacks Making

smart snack choices doesn’t mean you have to give up flavor or your favorite foods. There are a number of products that are low in fat, and can help satisfy your cravings. Here are some ideas to get you started:

1. Raisins - One ounce equals 85 calories. You could even cover them with chocolate. Chocolate can be healthy when consumed in small portions. 2. Graham crackers - Eight small rectangles is equal to 100 calories. 3. Celery with peanut butter - Five pieces of celery with 1 tablespoon peanut butter is equal to 100 calories. This is a very satisfying snack packed with protein and is also gluten-free. 4. Dried fruits and nuts - A small amount of dried fruits with a small amount of nuts is a snack kids love to eat. 5. Pretzels - One ounce equals 100 calories. You can even include cheese with your pretzels for something different with added protein. 6. Unsweetened applesauce - One cup is equivalent to 100 calories, and is a great snack idea for younger children. 7. Air-popped popcorn - Three cups or 1

ounce equals 95 calories. Popcorn is also gluten-free. 8. Fruit - All types of fruit are full of valuable nutrients and they also contain no gluten. 9. Baked corn tortillas with dip - Corn tortillas are a great alternative to potato chips. You can eat them with salsa and/or guacamole for a healthy treat. 10. Rice cakes - Rice cakes by themselves aren’t really nutritious, but they are gluten-free. Try topping them with cottage cheese and fruit, peanut butter with banana slices, or cheese and tomatoes for a more nutritious snack. 11. Fat-free sugar-free pudding - One serving contains approximately 80 calories. Another treat kids really enjoy. 12. Lettuce wraps - Fill a big lettuce leaf with tuna, hummus and your favorite vegetables and roll it up. You could even use a ham slice with hummus and vegetables for a change in variety. This is also a gluten-free snack.

Make it simple Put healthy snacks out so they’re easy to grab. Take a bowl and make sure it’s filled with fresh fruit. For cold snacks create a healthy snack drawer in your refrigerator. Stock

it full of baby carrots cut up veggies and low fat dip or puddings. To give your kids incentive to make healthier choices, give them permission to take any snack from these locations without asking. Read up When you’re in the store, read the label and look for low fat, whole grain or organic options when possible. You’d be surprised to see a lot of snacks you might have overlooked before. Even pretzels, like Snyder’s of Hanover Organic Whole Wheat Pretzel Nibblers, are made with whole grains and are low in fat.

Set small goals Creating a healthy lifestyle doesn’t just happen overnight but the process shouldn’t be overwhelming either. Setting small goals, like snacking on vegetables for a week, can develop into long term eating habits. And it’s best to set goals that are obtainable so you see your success early on and you’re motivated to continue. Healthy snacking is all about making the right choices. This coming year, it’s up to you to make the right decisions, hopefully these tips will help motivate you to a more wholesome and healthier 2012.

Teen Takeover Night 2012 @ Your Library!

Back by popular demand: Teen Takeover Night @ Your Library! On Friday, January 20 from 6-9pm, the Hampton Memorial Library in Easley will be open to teens only! Teens in grades 9-12 can browse the stacks, check out items, look at magazines, use the computers, or participate in planned activities which will include karaoke and video gaming. Light refreshments will be served free

of charge. Java Junction, the library’s in-house coffee shop, will be open for business for teens who want to buy snacks. Teens MUST present their current high school ID at the door for admission. Library staff will supervise and re-entry will not be allowed.

For more information, call the library at 850-7077 or send an email to: reference@pickens.lib.sc.us.

FREE Martial Arts Class @ Your Library!

Instructors from Kuk Sool Won of Clemson will be at the Central-Clemson Regional Branch Library on Monday, January 23 at 6:30pm for a FREE interactive martial arts demonstration. Kuk Sool Won is a hard/soft style martial art that focuses on kicks, punches, traditional forms and weapons, joint locks, and throwing/falling

techniques. Come learn some basic self-defense moves. You can learn more about Kuk Sool Won of Clemson by visiting their website at www.kswclemson.com.

This program is free and open to all. For more information, call the library at 639-2711 or visit our website at www.pickens.lib.sc.us.

8A Pickens Sentinel Wednesday, January 11, 2012

BLONDIE Dean Young/Denis Lebrun

BEETLE BAILEY Mort Walker

HAGAR THE HORRIBLE Chris Browne

HI & LOIS Brian and Greg Walker

FUNKY WINKERBEAN Tom Batiuk

MUTTS Patrick McDonnell

THE FAMILY CIRCUS Bil Keane

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY for Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012:

You could find this year reward-ing, especially your dealings with one specific person. Trust and closeness will walk hand in hand. You won’t have time for the superficial, as you demand more authenticity from yourself. If you are single, you could have one friend who becomes very close. This person also could become a romantic tie. Do be careful not to become sloppy in other areas of your life, as you might be consumed by relating. With dili-gence, your work life will become more fulfilling close to your next birthday. LEO can be helpful with money.

The Stars Show the Kind of Day You’ll Have: 5-Dynamic; 4-Positive; 3-Average; 2-So-so; 1-Difficult

ARIES (March 21-April 19) HHHH You understand passion

and extremes better than many peo-ple. Your ability to flex emerges, even with a difficult person. It seems as if you are always the source for a solu-tion, or at least today. Others seem to perk up when they are around you. Tonight: Midweek break.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20) HHH You might want to check out

an investment or handle a matter that is personal. Accomplish or handle only what you must. You can feel some-one else coming toward you. Remain upbeat and direct with a loved one. Tonight: Anchor in.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20)HHHHH Keep conversations

flowing, and worry less about others’ responses. Don’t lose yourself; remain your own person. You tend to see situations quite differently. Remember, that is normal. Stay centered, knowing what is going on and where you are heading. Tonight: All smiles.

CANCER (June 21-July 22)HHHH Be willing to change direc-

tions. If you don’t try or explore this opportunity, you could be sorry at a later date. Stay centered in your deal-ings. You know what is workable. Say “yes” to possibility. Understanding evolves. Tonight: Treat yourself well.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22)HHHHH You beam, and another

person cannot help but come toward you. A serious matter needs to be dealt with, no matter what else might be going on. With you at the steering wheel, the outcome can only be excel-lent. Don’t be surprised at how reticent the other party might be. Tonight: As you like.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)HHH Be sensitive to others. At

present, your ability to feel seems to be enhanced. Be willing to pull back and consider how it might feel to be in another’s shoes. Could you be holding back or judging yourself more strongly than usual? Tonight: Make it quiet.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) HHHHH Zero in on what you

want. A meeting or conversation reminds you to get rid of negativity. In the same spirit of optimism, you could go way overboard. Give up either/or thinking, and let a little self-discipline emerge. Now, isn’t that better? Tonight: Celebration feels right.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) HHH Take a stand, yet know that

someone else might be right too. Your instincts point to how to deal with a boss or someone instrumental to your life. Check out an investment that could make your personal life far more comfortable. Tonight: A force to be dealt with.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)HHHHH Keep reaching out for

someone at a distance. You might want to investigate an option that involves travel, dealing with someone very different and/or taking a course. A friend could be a bit dour or stern; let it go. Tonight: Try something new.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)HHHHH Deal with a partner

directly. He or she will appreciate the direct contact from you. Envision more of what you desire from this person. At times it might be worthwhile to verbal-ize your desires. Pressure builds from what you perceive to be an obligation. Tonight: Visit over dinner.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)HHHH Defer to others. You want

to investigate the potential that lies between you and another person. Sometimes walking in another per-son’s shoes enhances your under-standing. Right now, bone up on your listening skills. You will learn much more this way. Tonight: Go along with someone else’s choices.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20)HHH Sometimes your routine

dominates — much like today! You are able to sneak in a very rewarding conversation. You will find time to have a lengthier discussion later, should you want it. Curb any financial risks in the evening. Tonight: But make sure you take a small risk.

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Legal NoticeThe Clemson University CooperativeExtension Service is a cooperativeprogram financed from federal, state,and local funds. We are subject to therules and regulations of the CivilRights Act of 1964 and Title IX of theEducation Amendments of 1972."Clemson University Cooperative Ex-tension Service offers its programs topeople of all ages, regardless of race,color, sex, religion, national origin,disability, political beliefts, sexualorientation, marital or family statusand is an equal opportunity em-ployer." Accordingly, persons whobelieve they or their organization tobe subjected to discrimination by theExtension Service may file a writtencomplaint. Such complaints shouldbe sent to either:Director, Cooperative Ext. Service103 Barre HallClemson UniversityClemson, SC 29634-0110

Administrator, Extension ServiceU.S. Department of AgricultureWashington, DC 20250

Secretary of AgricultureU.S. Department of AgricultureWashington, DC 29250

The Pickens County office of theClemson University Cooperative Ex-tension Service is located at 222 WestMain Street, Pickens, SC 29671. Of-fice hours are 8:00am-4:30pm Mon-day through Friday.

NOTICE OF APPLICATIONNotice is hereby given that FiestaGrill intends to apply to the SouthCarolina Department of Revenue fora license/permit that will allow thesale and on premises consumption ofbeer, wine and liquor at 429 EastMain Street, Liberty, SC 29657.To object to the issuance of this per-mit/license, written protest must bepostmarked no later than January 27,2012.For a protest to be valid, it must bein writing, and should include thefollowing information:(1) The name, address, and tele-phone number of the person filingthe protest:(2) The specific reasons why the ap-plication should be denied:(3) That the person protesting is will-ing to attend a hearing (if one is re-quested by the applicant):(4) That the person protesting re-sides in the same county where theproposed place of business is locatedor within five miles of the business;and,(5) The name of the applicant and theaddress of the premises to be li-censed.Protests must be mailed to: S.C. De-partment of Revenue, ATTN: ABL,P.O. Box 125, Columbia, SC 29214;or faxed to: (803) 898-5899.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGNotice is hereby given that, pursuantto law, a Public Hearing will be heldin the Auditorium, Pickens CountyAdministration Facility, 222 McDanielAvenue, Pickens, South Carolina,commencing at 6:30 PM, on February6, 2012 on the following matter:AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING UNI-FORM POLICIES FOR THE EVALUA-TION AND APPROVAL OR DISAP-PROVAL OF TAX INCREMENT FINANC-ING REDEVELOPMENT PLANS ANDDISTRICTS IN MUNICIPALITIES LO-CATED WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OFPICKENS COUNTY, AND ADDRESSINGTHE ISSUANCE OF MUNICIPAL DEBTFINANCINGS FROM REVENUES DE-RIVED FROM SUCH DISTRICTS, ASWELL AS THE USE OF SUCH REVENUESFOR ON-GOING PROJECTS WITHINMUNICIPAL REDEVELOPMENT DIS-TRICTS ESTABLISHED PURSUANT TOTHE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER SIX OFTITLE 31 OF THE CODE OF LAWS OFSOUTH CAROLINA, 1976, ASAMENDED, AND RELATED MATTERS.Members of the general public areinvited to attend the public hearing.It is requested that those desiring tobe heard concerning this matter ad-vise the Clerk to Council in writing at222 McDaniel Avenue, Pickens, S.C.,29671. Such requests should be re-ceived by the Clerk to Council on orbefore February 6, 2012.

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A & E Ministorage LLC...11-21-12A. Kendall & Wylene King...06-06-2012Alice N. Woodring...5-2-12Blanche Martin... 4-4-12Burford L. Noblitt ...4-25-12

C. Dean Cullison &Paden E. Woodruff, Jr.... 4-18-12C.H. Pinion...5-02-12FM &/or Greg Caddell...4-25-12Caroline Lark...11-21-12Charles M. Smith... 12-26-12Chester or Annette Miller... 4-18-12Chester, Vester and or DorothyRoper... 3-7-12Christopher Farm... 3-28-12

Clyde James and Harold James...1-18-2012

Danny G. McCall and/orClay A. McCall... 2-8-12Diane Clark...2-15-12

Edward andEvonne Elrod... 1-16-13Sara F. Emerich... 3-28-12.

Frances M. Brazzelland Brazzell LP... 10-10-12Fred D. Duncan and or Patricia E.Duncan...2-29-12Freddie Zink and or Randy Long...05-23-12

Gary andEleanor Pinkowski... 10-16-13

Gladys, James andCurtis Edens...10-10-12H & A Properties LLC 1 &2...11-21-12Harry or Beverly Carson...11-21-12James D. Winchester & Don B. Win-chester, and/or J.W. Winchester Es-tate... 6-13-2012

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James L. Local & William L.Betts...10-23-13

John & Ann Poulos, Rebecca Doyle,Linda Cox...10-24-2012

Kimberly L. Hardin...05-23-12

Kirk and Jane Williams... 05-02-12

Laura C. Jones... 2-01-12

Lola G. Arnold... 09-26-2012

Mark Bridgman...11-21-12

Mary Suggs... 07-25-12

M i L a m a r & C a t h e r i n eGilstrap...9-26-12

Patricia Ann Simmons...11-28-12

Paul Ianuario... 7-11-2012

Peter Lusk and or Herbert Lusk...3-28-12

Ruth Owen...11-28-12

S t e p h e n a n d / o r M e l i n d aMcAlister...7-11-12

Sybil M. Looper...7/4/2012

Teresa L. Parker &/or Evelyn BoggsThomason... 7-18-12

W.R. and Faye Upchurch... 4-30-14

West End Baptist Church... 3-14-12

Wilven and/or Virgle Byers...3-28-12

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Notice to Creditors

NOTICE TO CREDITORSOF ESTATES

All persons having claims against thefollowing estates are required to de-liver or mail their claims to the indi-cated Personal Representatives, ap-pointed to administer these estates,and to file their claims on Form#371PC with the Probate Court ofPickens County, the address of whichis 222 McDaniel Ave., B-16, Pickens,SC 29671, on or before the date thatis eight months after the date of thefirst publication of this Notice toCreditors (unless barred by operationof Section 62-3-803), or such per-sons shall be forever barred as totheir claims. All claims are requiredto be presented in written state-ments, indicating the name and theaddress of the claimant, the basis ofthe claim, the amount claimed, thedate when the claim will become due,the nature of any uncertainty as tothe amount claimed and the datewhen due, and a description of anysecurity as to the claim.

Estate: Robert B. AndersCase #2011ES3900672Personal Representative:Diane Frances Anders SpringsAddress: 3259 Saluda Dam RoadEasley, SC 29640Attorney: N/A

Estate: Ivory BurgessCase #2011ES3900763Personal Representative:Darlene B. AndersonAddress: 416 Red Hill RoadPickens, SC 29671Attorney: Arden McCullough FieldsAddress: 110 Liberty DriveClemson, SC 29631

Estate: Patrick Dupree FosterCase #2011ES3900778Personal Representative:Linda M. FosterAddress: 102 Medinah DriveEasley, SC 29642Attorney: John R. ThomasAddress: PO Box 2248Greenville, SC 29602

Estate: George H. GriffinCase # 2011ES3900732Personal Representative:Hattie Caldwell Griffin HendersonAddress: 216 Mormon Church RoadSeneca, SC 29678Attorney: N/A

Estate: Elijah McCollumCase #2011ES3900392-2Personal Representative:Kathy M. McCollumAddress: 44 Aberdeen DriveGreenville, SC 29605Attorney: N/A

Estate: Margaret M. ChildressNicholsonCase #2011ES3900670Personal Representative:Gloria Jean PilgrimAddress: 198 Pilgrim CirclePickens, SC 29671Attorney: N/A

Estate: Nettie M. PilgrimCase #2006ES3900224-2Personal Representative:Billy Randall PilgrimAddress: 431 Mildred StreetNorris, SC 29667Attorney: Daniel E. HuntAddress: PO Box 887Easley, SC 29641

Estate: Norville Bridges SpearmanCase #2011ES3900745Personal Representative:Margaret S. SpearmanAddress: 112 Hazelwood DriveClemson, SC 29631Attorney: Beth Manning Lee14 Halter DrivePiedmont, SC 29673

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Class of 1956 ReunionThe Pickens High SchoolClass of 1956 is having areunion on Friday night,

January 20 at 6:00 p.m. at theGateHouse Restaurant,116 Ann Street, Pickens.

Please call 864-878-6101 tomake your reservations if youhave not done so. All class

members and guestsare invited.

St. Paul United Methodist Church of Easley

Community Food BankFood Bank will be open

Friday, January 20 from 1 p.m.until 3 p.m. to assist people in

need. Church is located at2513 Brushy Creek Road

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School Districtof Pickens CountySurplus / Obsolete ItemsSat., Jan. 14 @ 9:01 AM

Partial Listing(3)Three Portable Classrooms & (2)Two Greenhouses. SHOP EQUIP.:Horizontal Bandsaw, Drill Press, Pres-sure Washer, Radial Arm Saw, PartsWasher, (2) Delta Planners, Jointer,Bandsaw, Metal Shop Tables, Chemi-cal Cabinet, Metal Shelving, WoodenShop Tables w/ Table Vise, ConcreteMixer, CLASSROOM FURNISHING:Roll & Fold Lunch Room Tables,Lobby Furniture, Student, Teacher, &Executive Desks, Student Desk ChairComboʼs, File & Storage Cabinets,Bookcases, Student Lockers, TaskChairs, Stackable Chairs, GreaseBoards, Folding Tables, TrophyCases, Wall Mirrors, BeauticianChairs, Shampoo Sinks, (2) Refrigera-tors, ITEMS OF INTEREST: (2) GoCarts, Pallet Rack, School Bus / TruckTires and Rims, Dark Room Equip-ment, Garden Tiller, Motorize LawnSpiker, Push Mowers, Plastic FlowerContainers.

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David Anthony Kwietniewski received the Rank of Eagle Scout during an Eagle Scout Court of Honor held on Sunday, November 20 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Pickens, South Carolina. David is a member of Boy Scout Troop 134 in Six Mile.

Cannon Hospital Auxiliary Completes $100,000 Pledge with Donation

PICKENS – The Auxiliary of Cannon Memorial Hospital recently completed their $100,000 pledge to the hospital’s Digital Mammography campaign by presenting a $40,000 check at their recent banquet. The auxiliary had already paid

$60,000 toward their pledge last year and voted to pay the remaining balance by the end of this year. The recent donation actually paid the 3- year pledge off a year early. “This group of volunteers never ceases to amaze me. They are so dedicated to

this hospital through their work and their financial support. We are privileged to have them as part of our organization,” said Norman Rentz, Cannon CEO.

The hospital launched a $250,000 fundraising campaign in 2010 to help purchase a digital

mammography machine for the hospital’s radiology department. The advanced technology is considered the best in the early detection of breast cancer. Last year, with nearly $200,000 raised, the hospital’s board voted to move forward and

purchase the equipment as they continued to raise funds. To find out more about the campaign or how you can still make financial donations toward the project, log onto www.cannonhospital.org or call Amanda Dow at 898-1252.

Auxiliary president Vicki Aiken and Vice President Nancy Sanders presents a check for $40,000 to Hospital CEO Norman Rentz and board members. Pictured L to R: Nancy Sanders, Tunkie Stokes (board member), Jan Petersen (board member), Vicki Aiken & Norman Rentz.

Kwietniewski earns Eagle Scout Rank

“We are very excited about the prospect of having a modern dental facility located here in Six Mile,” said Stoddard. “It means that our residents will not have to travel to other communities in the upstate to meet their dental needs, saving them time and money.”

“These young men grew up in our area,” Stoddard said. “We welcome you and we look forward to a long-lasting relationship.”

The decision to locate in Six Mile “was a natural decision,” said Joe Atcheson.

“This is just where we felt like we were supposed to be,” he said. “This is where we plan to be for the

rest of our lives.“I think we’re bringing

something great to Six Mile and I hope that others will follow,” Joe continued. “I think this town is ready for growth.”

Rep. B.R. Skelton agreed, stating the town “is proud to welcome you here.”

“This is the kind of thing that Six Mile has needed to happen for a long time,” Skelton said. “Ray Farley makes all kinds of announcements about economic development and huge numbers of employees, but it’s entrepreneurs like you that create most of the jobs in this state, and they’re added a few at a time, so thank you for bringing your dental practice to Six

Mile.“We hope that it will be

an asset for you,” Skelton said. “We know it will be an asset for the people of the town.”

Sen. Larry Martin said that visits to the dentist are necessary.

“In the rural areas of South Carolina, you just don’t see a lot of dental practices,” he said.

“That speaks so well of these two young men who have grown up here and who have, in the vernacular of dentistry, have deep roots.”

The groundbreaking was the culmination of two years of hard work, Joe said.

The brothers hope that Atcheson Dentistry will hope its doors in July.

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