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Sullivan's Island's new Town Hall receivedits "topping off" Thursday, March 3,2016. Members of town council and the

crew who are working on the building attended

a short ceremony to watch the last structuralbeam be lowered into place. The building is

scheduled for completion in August 2016.“This event marks the middle of the project,”

Mayor Pro Tem Chauncey Clark said during a

Sullivan’ssland council

votes on

accreted landBY JENNIFER TUOHYISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR

Sullivan’s Island Town Council took ahuge step forward in its managementof the accreted land that has added

r 100 acres to the island in the lastyears. At a special meeting on Feb.2016, council took its rst vote on

w to manage the land, which liesdominantly between St. 18 and Fortultrie. Specically, the vote addressedtransition zone, an area that begins

he private property line and extendsfeet into the accreted land, which has

wn into a mature maritime forest.fter numerous meetings and extensivelic comment, council approved a

nagement plan for this area by a 6 toote. Mayor Pro Tem Chauncey Clarkthe sole naysayer. The plan is muchaggressive than Clark had wanted,

had pushed for a more open transitione with far fewer trees to encouragenness, sea breezes and potential viewridors for residents who live along thent beach.n the ip side, the plan is moreressive and removes more vegetation

n many members of council originallynted. Mayor Pat O’Neil emphasized atopening of the meeting that this plana compromise.

Don't let the perfect be the enemy ofgood. If I think the proposal is giving90 percent of what the town shoulde then I am delighted to have it,” hed. “I probably wouldn’t turn my nose up0 percent.”fter voting individually on proposalsning the extent of vegetationnipulation in the transition zone,

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIAThe nal structural beam is lowered into place on Sullivan’s Island’s new Town Hall.

Construction crew members, town staff and town councilmembers attended the “topping off” ceremony, March 3.

Town Hall gets ‘Topped Off’NEW TOWN BUILDING IS ON BUDGET, ON SCHEDULE FOR AUGUST 2016

BY JENNIFER TUOHYISLAND EYE NEWS EDITOR


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T here was nothing but a trailer,” reminisces Tommy Young,manager of The Marina Market, “selling bait.” Then beer. Then The Angler, followed by The Kangaroo. The Marina

an to evolve into its current, imitable brand under the hand of theent leaseholders. Combination outtter, boutique, gallery, “vedime,” and arguably the best french fries in Greater Charleston,e’s something for everyone at the marina, even if it’s just a placehill and enjoy the moment. So, if it’s not broken, why x it?he marina has reached a deferred maintenance stage, and isdue for improvements. With this realization, independently, bothcity and the marina operator hired consultants to analyze theent state of the marina and make recommendations for its future.

he resulting studies concurred. Kirby Marshall, Applied TechnologyManagement, Inc. presented his rm’s ndings in detail at the

ding-room-only City Council meeting held Feb. 23, 2016.fter establishing his credentials, and those of three localaborating consulting rms, Marshall proceeded to present ailed report to the City Council, setting forth the entire scope ofproject, from conception to present.xisting conditions were assessed, with the following condensedngs:The buildings, The Marina Market and Morgan Creek Grill, areaged, but functional. The oating docks, 25-30 years old, are aged, as are thegangways, which present a distinct safety concern, particularlywhere foot trafc is heaviest, by the boat ramp.The MCG dock is old; the Intercoastal “T” dock is in faircondition. The Fuel Dock and delivery system are aged, as isthe boat ramp. There is limited re protection.

an you say “Decient?”hen there’s the parking. The analysis includes the existing numberpaces for both cars and trailers, layout and trafc ow, and off-considerations, i.e. parking on 41st, and Waterway.arshall and his contemporary, Scott Parker of DesignWorks,

then presented two conceptual plans, containing several similarities.Both plans state, rst and foremost, that the primary purpose of themarina and surrounds is to serve the needs of the island residents.

To that end, both plans create an improved setting containing a

OP Marina moves closer to redevelopmentBY MIMI WOOD

ISLAND EYE NEWS STAFF WRITER

Conceptual Marina redevelopment: Scenario A.


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posed by Clark on the side ofre cutting and councilmemberan Middaugh on the side of

aggressive management,ncil came up with theowing as its nal plan:The transition zone will besplit into two sections,the rst being 0 feet to40 feet from the privateproperty line, thesecond being 40 feetto 100 feet toward themaritime forest.

In both zones all non-native and invasivespecies will be removedIn the rst 40 foot zone allunderbrush and shrubs,including wax myrtles andsmall trees, will be removed.Trees greater than or equalto 6” in diameter will remain,except cedar and pine, whichare identied by the SouthCarolina Forestry Departmentas being of higher re risk.In the second 60 foot zone, alltrees will remain, regardlessof size. Management of theunderstory differs based onwhat the transition zoneabuts, if it’s adjacent to forestthen all understory and

myrtles will be removed. If itis adjacent to non-forestedand/or grassland areas 25percent of existing myrtlesand understory will beretained.

• Finally, the plan will be

reviewed annually to assessits effectiveness.

The majority of council werepleased with the nal decision.

“We all ran our [election]campaigns saying we wereagainst a 100 foot acrossthe board transition zone,”councilmember Sarah Churchsaid. “Having two distinct bandslike this, where you are doingsomething different in each justmakes sense.”

Mayor Pro Tem Clark, whoseproposals for an alternative ateach stage were individuallyvoted down by votes of 4 to 3 and5 to 2, was less than happy with

the nal decision.“I’m uncomfortable with what

we’re doing here, we just addedin a lot more trees, we were goingfor openness, and we’ve gonebackwards,” he said.

During the public commentsection of the meeting, islandresident Cindy Ewing asked whowas going to pick up the bill forthis land management.

“I’d like to see an estimate ofcost,” she said. “I think you’regoing to nd that managing

nature is very, very expensive.”Clark responded that he hadsuggested the town put forwardan amount of $20,000 to carrythe rst piece of the projectthrough to the start of the nextscal year on July 1. Mayor O’Neilsaid that council needs to waitfor a response from Departmentof Health and EnvironmentalControl to its proposal for landmanagement before proceedingwith budgeting.

At the next meeting, scheduledfor 5 p.m. March 21, 2016 atHoly Cross, 2520 Middle Street,council will turn its attention tohow to manage the rest of theaccreted land.

creted land continues from cover

ceptual Marina redevelopment: Scenario B.

waterfront park, promenadeand town dock. Both propose aseparate launch for SUPs andkayaks. Self-contained parkingis a goal of both plans.

“Properly parked, we shouldbe able to eliminate off-site,overow parking,” Marshall said.

None of the extant buildingswill be affected; consequentlythe area will retain its charming,small-town, albeit updated,ambiance.

The distinction between the two

plans is the recommendation fora drystack in Plan A. Preliminarynancial analysis shows bothplans to be scally sound. TheMarina Redevelopment Plan willbe discussed at an upcomingroundtable, the date of whichhas yet to be announced.

View the scope of the projectat iopmarinaredevelopment.com.Look for an article detailing thediscussion around a drystack inthe next issue of The Island EyeNews.

““I’D LIKE TO SEE AN ESTIMATE OF COST.

I THINK YOU’RE GOING TO FIND THATMANAGING NATURE IS VERY, VERY

EXPENSIVE.”~Cindy Ewing


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“THE ISLE OF PALMS IS GOOD PICKINS. THEY

HAVE THE BEST CARS, AND NO ONE LOCKS

THEIR DOORS.”

Friday, Feb. 19 started out asa fairly typical shift for theIsle of Palms police ofcers

patrol, until about 1:30 a.m.t’s when a call came in to 911,ng a car alarm was soundingr the Recreation Center. Theer additionally reported seeinge men in darkhing runningy from theeral vicinity.he ofcers onol began tovas the areaheir cars; but

n’t see anythingpicious, sucha car door

n, or an illuminated domet. Intuition led them to call forstance from their supervisor,

Sharon Baldrick, who inenlisted reinforcement from

Charleston County Sheriff’sce.wo deputies from therleston County Sheriff’sartment responded todrick’s call for backup.

Through patience and persistenceon everyone’s part, one of thosedeputies nally saw three menin dark clothing cut across thesoftball eld, and get into a blackpickup truck.

“Reasonable suspicion”permitted the police to pull the

pickup over; the unmistakablesmell of marijuana granted them“probable cause” to search thetruck, explained Baldrick. Inaddition to a small quantity ofweed, the police found a GPS,which was easily traced to itsowner.

Consequently, the three menfrom North Charleston, all intheir early 20s, were arrested

and charged with receiving stolengoods, and theft from a motorvehicle, the latter of which is afelony. Only one of the men wascharged with possession of anillegal substance, marijuana.

In the course of the policeinterviews, one of the accused“sang like a canary,” said Captain Jeffrey Swain. It is the messageof that song that ThomasBuckhannon, Isle of Palms Chiefof Police, would like to resound,loud and clear.

“These criminals specicallytargeted the Isle of Palms,” ChiefBuckhannon said in an interviewwith Island Eye News. Thecooperating perpetrator told the

police, “The Isle of Palms is goodpickins. They have the best cars,and no one locks their doors.” Hewent on to say that if a car doorwas locked, they would simplyproceed to the next car.

Apparently the island’s easy-going, laid back lifestyle has abit of a reputation within certaincriminal circles.

“We didn’t go into Mt. Pleasant,

because Mt. Pleasant’s too ‘hot,’”elaborated the culprit, inferringthat Isle of Palms is an easytarget.

As a resident, it’s not hard tosuccumb to a sense of security,the problem is, it’s a false senseof security. Islanders need tobe aware of how their treasuredisland lifestyle is perceived bymore nefarious elements ofsociety, and aid the police bytaking simple, common-senseprecautions.

Do not leave valuables in yourcar. Do not leave your car, muchless your home, unlocked. The“canary” in this instance wasclear, “If the door was locked,

we would move on,” he said.Oftentimes the intent is not oneof destruction, but simply to stealwhat is so easily attainable.

Please help the island’s nestby protecting yourself and yourpossessions and keep yourproperty secured.

Lock your cars, homes, say IOP policeA R T H E F T S P R O M P T P O L I C E D E P A R T M E N T T O WA R N C I T I Z E N S T O B E M O R E V I G I L A N T

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en to the experts inote debate

s a resident of the IOP, I wouldto thank the administrationelected ofcials on the islandoffering the informative andcational forum last weekrding coyotes.is unfortunate that a loud

up of residents spent so much

e voicing their opinions aboutsituation instead of truly

ring the factual informationred by the experts.e listened to people make

matic blood-curdling charges,e based on hear-say andip, and conclusions that rangamut from demanding thatpolice and animal control

nd up and kill all coyotes,o and including a threat byperson that he would use a

arm himself on coyotes on thend. We heard every possibleerical prediction, ranging

m coyotes are "gonna getnnie," to coyotes are "gonna

their cats and dogs." Aement was made that a coyoteseen with a dead cat in it's

uth, and therefore the coyoteresponsible. The plausible

ument that the cat could haveady been dead, due to road-

rat poison, or some other

incident, was discounted. Thefabricated claim that the coyotesare eating turtle eggs was shotdown by none other than MaryPringle herself. Someone elsestated there are no more birdsin her yard due to coyotes.She should consider feral catsinstead. And, for an added bitof drama to the pocketbooksensitive, a warning was issued

that, heaven forbid, the news willget out and our tourist businesswill go down the toilet. Terrible!It's a terrestrial version of "Jaws"right on our own little island!

I was embarrassed that peoplewho should be aware of the fragilenature of our very existence herewould demand that we "cut downall the green stuff in the dunes"so that the coyotes do not have aplace to live. News ash to thosepeople: cut down the green stuffand you won't have a place to liveeither.

So here is what else is on theIsle of Palms and environs thatwill "get ya" black widow spiders,poisonous snakes, rats, mice,raccoon, opossums, fox, hawks,eagles, alligators, and our everlovin' re ants. And then there isthe ocean with the sharks, rays,crabs and undertows.

Of course, the biggest risk toourselves and our pet's life and

limb is actually us: Drunk driving,driving while texting, speedingand tailgating; too much sunon the beach; rat poison underhouses; dogs off leash on thestreets; defenseless de-clawedcats that are let outside; andswimming too far off-shore. Andthen there are the careless onesthat leave their pets in the car ona hot day. Many more accidents

can be attributed to these factorsthan to coyotes. And while all ofthe aforementioned have beenknown to actually kill people,cats, and dogs, there is still nodenitive evidence that a coyotehas killed anything on the island.

Either I, or friends, havehad heart-breaking losses ofpets. Sometimes they just gomissing, and we never knowwhat happened. Others havebeen lost to owls, snakes, andalligators. Lately I learned ofan eagle taking a cat at a WildDunes golf course, and several

years ago a Barred Owl took apuppy just up the road, and analligator took a boy's pet dog. These are facts. To assume thatwe can control all these things,and our entire environment, ispreposterous. And if we couldand did, and if the people makingthese claims and demands werein charge, it would not be a placewhere anyone would want to live,

because it would be devoid of life.It is always benecial to learn

from individuals who speak interms of facts, and not fabricationand exaggeration. DNR, thePolice, members of council, andthe Humane Society all offeredexcellent advice and should havebeen shown greater courtesy.

Carol JaworskiIsle of Palms

ETTER TO THE EDITOR

All letters submitted to The Island Eye News must bear a full name,address and phone number for verication. Only the author’s name andcity will be printed. Submissions are accepted via email to jennifer@ luckydognews.com or mail to PO. Box 837, Sullivan’s Island, SC 29482.

Letters may be edited for length and readability. The Island EyeNews reserves the right to reject letters that are libelous, unseemly,not individually addressed to The Island Eye News or that have been

previously published elsewhere. The Island Eye News will not publishletters endorsing political candidates.


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Mosquito Squad, a nationalmosquito controlcompany with a local ofce

e in the Tri-county, openedmosquito elimination season

week in the Southern and

stern sections of the countryhas some tips to share with

meowners for implementingmosquito control measures

their own yards to reducesquito populations andosure to any vector-borneesses.The outbreak of Zika virusonce again put the spotlight

mosquito control. It’serative that homeownerscommercial property owners

e an aggressive approachmosquito elimination and

p their community reduce

squito breeding grounds,” said White, Mosquito Squad’spresident. “While the type of

squitoes that carry Zika aresent in the U.S., at this timeZika infected mosquitoes haven detected in our country.same kind of mosquito also

ries other diseases typicallytracted abroad includingkungunya and Dengue so

proactive mosquito control issomething that everyone can,and should, make a part of theirlives.”

While The Centers of DiseaseControl and Prevention advises

homeowners to reduce standingwater in their yards, Mary AnnaLewis, local Mosquito Squadowner, says few do and oftenthere are hidden areas that breedmosquitoes. By walking the yard to remove items that catchwater, addressing landscapeissues that cause water topool and implementing other yard maintenance protocols,like proper grass height, howto dispose of lawn debris andmore, homeowners can reducemosquito populations in theirown yards. Based on more than

10 years’ experience treatinghundreds of thousands of yards,Mosquito Squad developedDIY steps to help homeownerseliminate mosquitoes. Lewisadvises:

TIP over anything that holds orcollects water. A bottle cap lledwith water holds enough waterfor mosquitoes to breed. Sincemosquitoes breed in standing

water, the elimination of standingwater decreases a mosquito’sbreeding ground. MosquitoSquad technicians report that yards with bird baths, play setswith tire swings, tree houses,

portable replaces and pits andcatch basins are the biggestoffenders.

TOSS any yard trash includingclippings, leaves and twigs. Eventhe smallest items can providea haven for mosquitoes andincrease the population.

TURN over items that couldhold water and trash. Look forchildren’s portable sandboxes,slides or plastic toys; underneathand around downspouts; in plantsaucers, empty pots, light xturesand dog water bowls. Eliminatethese items or keep them turned

over until used.REMOVE TARPS that cancatch water. Many homeownershave tarps or covers on itemsresiding in their outdoor spaces.If not stretched taut, they areholding water. Check tarpsover rewood piles, portablereplaces, recycling cans, boats,sports equipment and grills.Mosquito Squad suggests using

bungee cords to secure tarps inthe yard.

TAKE CARE of your home.Proper maintenance can be adeciding factor in property valuesand mosquito bites. Regularly

clean out gutters and makesure the downspout is attachedproperly. Mosquito Squadrecommends re-grading areaswhere water stands more than afew hours, and to regularly checkirrigation systems to ensure thatthey aren’t leaking and causinga breeding haven. Keep lawnheight low and areas weed-free.

TEAM UP Despite taking allprecautions in your own home,talking with neighbors is a key component to mosquito and tickcontrol. Townhomes and homeswith little space between lots

mean that mosquitoes can breedat a neighbor’s home, and affect your property.

TREAT Utilize a professionalmosquito elimination barriertreatment around the home and yard. Using a barrier treatment athome reduces the need for usingDEET-containing bug spray onthe body.

Tips for effective home control of mosquitosSTAFF REPORT

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C o m i n g S p r i n g 2 0 1 6 ... G e t i n N O W b e f o r e i t s e l l s o u t !

Isle of Palms Police Department

SUMMER BEACHSERVICES POSITIONS

he Isle of Palms Police Department is acceptingpplications for civilian uniformed temporary summereach Services positions. Multiple positions arepen immediately. Some positions will last until theeginning of October. Primary duties will includearking enforcement and patrolling the beach. Noxperience necessary, however, applicants must

e willing to work outside in a beach environment,ossess a valid SC driver’s license, high schoolploma or equivalent, and be available to work0 hours including weekends and holidays. Theompensation is approximately $13.00 per hour.pplication must be on Isle of Palms employmentpplication forms; resumes may accompany theeturned form. Applications will be accepted untilpril 30, 2015 at 5pm. Forms are available on the cityebsite http://iop.net/employment.aspx. Completed

applications should be returned to the attention of:

City of Isle of PalmsBeach Services Recruitment

P.O. Box 508 Isle of Palms, SC 29451.

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hese days charity oysterroasts in the Lowcountrycome a dime a dozen on the

shell, so you need somethingial to help set you apart from

crowd.he 7th Annual “Hope ont” benet slated for 2-6

Saturday, March 26 att Island Gatherings, offers aming venue affording you theopportunity to experience

valve bonanza on a smallisland surrounded by milesndeveloped salt marsh onlyssible by boat, all whileporting a good cause.ne hundred percent of tickets and silent auction proceeds

m this year’s Hope on Goat areg to support the communityschool-based mentoring

rams of Big BrothersSisters of Carolina Youth

elopment Center, whichides one-to-one mentoringionships for vulnerableh. Based on a proven modelincludes careful matchingongoing support, hundredsLowcountry children are

able to have safe and benecialmentorships.

Hope on Goat tickets are $55each for adults, $20 for childrenages 3-12, and can be purchasedin advance at www.cydc.org.

The price includes boat ferrytransportation to and from GoatIsland, all-you-can eat hand-picked local oysters steamedover an open re, locally-caughtfresh sh stew, hot dogs, desserts

and water. Enjoy live local musicfeaturing the swinging Old Time folk sounds of Cane Creek

Stringband, and two returningacts including down home toe-tappin’ bluegrass with SouthernFlavor and The DistinguishedGentleman’s Motown soul rockclassics.

There will also be a silentauction lled with Lowcountrygenerosity and a children’s stationwith games and activities. A ferryprovided courtesy of BarrierIsland Eco Tours will be shuttlingpeople from the Isle of PalmsMarina to Goat Island Gatheringsand back the entire day from 2-6p.m.

The event is BYOB, and peopleare also permitted to bring theirown food. Plenty of seating will beprovided, no chairs or blanketsplease. Coolers are welcome. Thereare only 175 tickets available forthis event. Advanced tickets areencouraged. Tickets may also bepurchased at the welcome tableat the Isle of Palms Marina, 5041st Ave., Isle of Palms 29451,the day of the event.

2016 Hope on Goatbenefts Big Brothers/Big Sisters

BY COLIN MCCANDLESS

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PHOTO BY STEVE ROSAMILIA


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GET MOVING WITH MEREDITH

Maintaining balance is critical for us aswe age, as most seniors experiencefalls due to a loss of balance. Even

tle tumble can result in broken bones,ing to a major disruption in life. Whatld have resulted in bruises and bumps in

earlier years can end in dramatic lifestylenges in an older adult. Such falls oftenur on uneven surfaces, slippery surfaces,when getting out of bed in the middle of

night.ounger adults usually have a muchker reaction time and can often correct

oss of balance before a fall actuallyurs. With aging, we naturally experiencess of muscle mass and therefore a losstrength, making it even more importantractice healthy habits including regularcise. Many seniors can benet from notconsistent strength-training and aerobiccise, but also specic balance training. Ik with older adults with a wide range of

ties – some seniors are very active, whilers are quite frail. Because of this, I ndbalance training is most effectively done

er individually or in very small groups.often begin a workout with dynamicnce movements. Active, dynamictching; weight-shifting; gait practice –e are all effective ways to acclimate they for the movements to come during thekout, and also help to “wake up” theromuscular pathways that signal they to ease into motion. After a dynamicm-up, we move into a strength training

routine which differs for the individual basedon their specic weaknesses. The strengthtraining segment usually contains lowerbody exercises which may focus on the feet,ankles, and calves, as well as the large musclegroups of thighs and glutes. Core stability

is a must, and we often include upper bodystrengthening exercises – either mixed in toprovide for a built-in rest for the lower body,or as a separate component altogether.

Static stretching at the end is often enjoyedby our clients, and not only allows the clientto enjoy the benets of the stretches, but aperiod of mental relaxation as well.

Here is an example of one balance exercise,and how it may be modied as you progress:

Standing BalanceHolding onto a chair or sturdy rail if needed,

balance on one foot for up to 10 seconds.Progress to 15 seconds, then 20. Easy? Try

it with your eyes closed (be sure to stay near your chair)!

Mastered the Standing Balance exercise? Trythis one:

Walking Heel-to-ToePlace the heel of one foot six inches to one

foot in front of the toes of the other foot. Taking a step, move your back foot to the

front, again placing the heel six inches toone foot in front of the toes of the other foot.Repeat for up to 20 steps. Easy? Try placingeach heel so close that it touches, or almosttouches, the toes of the other foot. Be sure

to keep your gaze focused on a spot ahead of you.

Got this one down too? See if you can do thenext one!

Balance Walk

With arms out to sides at shoulder heightfor balance, pick a spot ahead of you andfocus on it. Begin to walk in a straight line.As you take a step, raise your back leg andpull it forward to balance, pausing for asecond before placing that foot on the oorand taking the next step. Try to balance with your knee at hip level. Repeat for up to 20steps. Easy? Try holding the balance positionup to 5 seconds before placing each foot onthe oor and taking the next step.

Meredith Nelson, M.Ed, is the owner oPrimeTime Fitness, Inc, in Mt. Pleasant.Certied through AFAA in Group Fitness,ACE as a Personal Trainer and MedicalExercise Specialist, and TPI as a golf tness

professional, Meredith has been bringing tness to the East Cooper area for over twentyyears. Now located just across the causewayat 1558 Ben Sawyer Boulevard, PrimeTimeFitness caters to the mature exerciser andoffers personal and small group training,indoor cycling, yoga, golf tness training,monthly gym membership, and more. Meredithcan be reached with your tness questions at843-883-0101, or [email protected].

Balance – don’t leave home without it!BY MEREDITH NELSON

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SIES goes Under the Sea

Friends of Sullivan's Island ElementarySchool held a throwback “Under the Sea”prom for its big fundraising event this

year. The dance and silent and live auction,held Feb. 19, 2016, raised over $67,000 (andcounting) to fund enrichment programs for

students and support the school’s teachersand support staff

Henry Hagerty and Rini Kosmos with Kelly Petit and Hank Petit.

Principal Susan King and Mrs. Smith.

Rob and Anna Schoderbek.

Greg and Krista Barnes.

ick Browder and friend.

Principal King, second from left, with members of her staff.

Katy Abraham,

Kate McCulley,

Cecile Fletcher, and

Michelle Haynes.

Manda Polleti and Anna Schoderbek.


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PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA

T he 2016 Special Olympics Polar Plunge at the Windjammerwas held Saturday, Feb. 20. Participants donated $50 forthe cause and took home a commemorative plunge t-shirt.

A jam good plunge


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Happy BirthdayDr. Seuss!

van’s Island Mayor Patrick O’Neil joined island children at the Poe Library March

016 to celebrate Read Across America Day.

PHOTOS BY STEVE ROSAMILIA.


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Our pets love us unconditionally – so whynot give back to them by bringing out tothe park for a day of fun? Pets, their

ers, and those in search of a new pet areed to join Charleston County Parks forl weekend of exhibits, demonstrations,rts, entertainment, and more at thecountry’s premier pet festival, Pet Fest!fun takes place on two days, Saturday,ch 19 and Sunday, March 20, from 10– 4 p.m. each day at Mount Pleasant

metto Islands County Park.et Fest provides an opportunity for localrelated organizations and businesses towcase their causes, products and services in aanimal-friendly environment. Leashed pets are

ome with their owners. Or, come to the festival in search of yourbest friend from area rescue groups, who will have adoptablemals on site.Fest 2016 highlights:wift Paws Lure Chasing – let your dog race on a lure course for$10 donation

Veterinarians, trainers, groomers and pet suppliersNutrition, education and training tentsDog washing station (with a $5 donation)Rescue groups and adoption centers with adoptable animalsChildren’s activities, including jump castlesFood, beverages and beer for saleLive music from 2-4 p.m. by Dave Landeo on Saturday and GreenLevels SundayK9s in Flight Frisbee Dogs and Agility Course (shows at 11 a.m.,

p.m. and 3 p.m. daily), plus the Try It Zone for a $10 donationPet Contests – Best Trick, Owner Pet Look-Alike, Face Only aMother Could Love, Musical Sit, Best Dog Costume (times will beosted on-site)

Lowcountry Dog Magazine’s Cover Model Contest (both days)Canine Good Citizens Test and the Canine Community Test – seef your dog is ready for certication (Saturday only)!Charleston Kennel Club’s “Meet the Breed” Family Dog ShowSunday, 12 p.m.)STAR (Search Tactics And Rescue) Team Demonstrationset Fest attendees who adopt a pet from the Charleston Animalety at the event will receive an individual annual park pass to one ofrleston County Parks (value $30). To view adoptable pets availablee Charleston Animal Society, visit CharlestonAnimalSociety.org.

aturday, March 19 and Sunday, March 20 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.ount Pleasant Palmetto Islands County Park. Dogs must remainhed throughout the event. Admission is $8 per day. Kids 12 and

er, Gold Pass Holders and pets are free. For more information call795.4386 or visit CharlestonCountyParks.com/PetFest.

Pet Fest 2016 set forMarch 19, 20

A C T I V I T I E S A N D E N T E R T A I N M E N T F O R

P E T S A N D T H E I R P E O P L E

BY SARAH REYNOLDS

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

Warmer weather is arriving in the Lowcountry and we’vealready seen a few days in the 70s. As the water temperaturerises, redsh and trout will become more active. For all of

you anxious to get out on the water, the time has come!Albeit breaking up slowly, redsh will still be in huge wintertime

schools where you can easily nd 50-100 sh in a tightly knit pod. To be successful, anglers will often have to be patient and shbait on the bottom. Casting anything on these schools can sendthem eeing! I’ll alternate between cut mullet, mud minnows andcracked blue crab on a size #3/0 circle hook. Set the drag lightly,place your rod in a holder and let the sh set themselves on yourcircle hook.

It depends on the year as to when trout reappear. You canassume sometime in March is a safe bet. As the trout bite heats

up, popping corks cast along grass banks and over oyster beds willbe a good bet paired with mud minnows. I usually use a 18”-24”leader and a size #1 circle hook. When working the popping cork,always try to keep slack out of your line and when that cork drops just reel tight to set the hook. You’ll nd that the circle hook will domost of the work for you.

This a great time of year for y shing. Sight shing aboundsand stalking a school of a hundred plus sh is so exciting youalmost fall off the bow with anticipation. Smaller ies in darkercolors are working best and a black wiggler y is a ne example.Remember when the sh hits, resist the temptation to lift your rodtip and strip strike instead.

See you on the water!

Capt. Geoff Bennett operates Charleston Charter Fishing. For moreinformation, call Capt. Bennett at 843.324.3332, visit his website

at www.charlestoncharterfshing.com or email him at captain@ charlestoncharterfshing.com.

Warmer watermeans more fsh

BY GEOFF BENNETT

FOR ISLAND EYE NEWS

ON THE WATER


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Charleston Museum Curatorand author of StolenCharleston: The Spoils of

J. Grahame Long will speakut his book at 1 p.m. onurday, March 26, 2016 at the

Moultrie Visitor Center. Hebe available to sign copies ofbook immediately followingprogram until 4:00 PM. Intion to the book signing,

onal Park Service rangersvolunteers will offer musketg demonstrations andrpretive programs at 10 a.m.,.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.de Fort Moultrie. These ringonstrations take place theth Saturday of each month.

1865, while Charlestonor Charles Macbeth was

mally surrendering the cityhe Union Army, his wife,rietta, was back hometically burying familyables beneath the rear stepse main house. She was not the

one. As the South’s deantllion crumbled, fearful localsrovised desperate measuresreserve what – if anything –had left in their possession.e attempts, like that of Mrs.beth, were successful. Otherse not.uring both the Americanolution and the Civil War,rleston was not just abolic target but a fantasticallythy one as well. Eventually,Redcoats of 1780 and, to ater extent, the Federals of5 found their way into town

despite direct orders from

r commanding generals tove the townsfolk alone,” itmed, no church, business,private home was off limitsnemy marauders. An exactof Charleston’s lost elegance

ains difcult to quantify.unately, even though most

of Charleston’s treasures are stilllost, some pieces occasionallyturn up centuries later and in the

unlikeliest of places. The searchcontinues even to this day.As chief curator for the

Charleston Museum, GrahameLong maintains the numerouscultural and material collectionswithin its vast holdings andfurther oversees its Archaeology, Textiles, Archives, and NaturalSciences departments. He isa regular columnist for theCharleston Mercury newspaper,has published numerous articlesin both local and nationalperiodicals, and served as ahistorical consultant for variousmedia outlets and assorted

government agencies. He hasauthored two books: ”StolenCharleston: The Spoils of War”(2014) and “Dueling in Charleston:Violence Rened in the Holy City”(2012), a Charleston LibrarySociety Piccolo Spoleto LiteraryFestival selection.

Book signing, Small Arms Saturday at

Fort MoultrieA U T H O R J . G R A H A M E L O N G T O S P E A K ,

S I G N C O P I E S O F S T O L E N C H A R L E S T O N

BY BILL MARTINFOR ISLAND EYE NEWS


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April 7 Is land Eye Calendarrch 11

843-225-7427 x 1 (CATERING)

G DAILY

Writing Circlenday at 10:30 a.m.te and share yourCPL Poe Branch921 I’on Avenue.914.

viam., Home Team BBQ,Island

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gg Nights (adults)ursday from 5:30 – 8n to play Americang. Join us for a couplethe whole evening.Branch Library, 1921

ue. 843-883-3914.

hy Oyster Roastster Roasts at the IOPch hangout. 6-9 p.m.rsday. $7 buckets ofmed oysters and $6ue Point Toasted Lager.

Gadsden Cultural

hly meeting is held thersday of every monthat 1917 I'On Ave.,Island. A speakerg historically relevantypically scheduled or

there is a fun and interestinglesson on Sullivan's Islandhistory. Everyone is welcome andanyone interested in becominga member can sign up at thesemeetings. Membership is free!

Sullivan's Island Farmers'Market2:30 to 7 p.m., every Thursdaybeginning April 7 runningthrough June 30 at 1921 I'OnAvenue. Contact Farmers MarketManager Lisa Darrow at TownHall for more information,843.883.5744, ldarrow@ sullivansisland-sc.com and toapply to be a vendor.

Saturdays

Yoga10 a.m. at IOP Recreation Center,24 28th Ave., IOP. ContactKarrie Ferrell for more info.843.886.8294, [email protected].

SATURDAY, MARCH 12

St. Patrick’s Day FamilyCelebration10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Stith Park,2050 Middle Street. Join yourneighbors for this family-friendlycelebration! Highlights include:performances by Irish dancersand magician; face painting;balloon twisting artists andtreats.

St. Patrick's Day BusinessDistrict Party11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. L ocalbusinesses on Sullivan’s Islandwill celebrate St. Patrick's Dayin the Community CommercialDistrict. All roads will be open forvehicular trafc except Station22 1/2 between Middle Street andI'On Avenue.

PLAY: STAR Therapy Dogs10:30 a.m. Share books with afurry friend. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 I’on Avenue.843.883.3914.

Hogs for the Cause Block PartyHome Team BBQ is organizingthis shindig with friends andneighbors near its soon-to-opennew downtown location from 12 to4 p.m. at 1071 Morrison Drive, aparking area in the popular NoMoneighborhood next to Edmund’sOast and across from Home TeamBBQ’s new downtown location.Restaurants coming together for

the event include The AtlanticRoom Restaurant at KiawahIsland Golf Resort, CraftsmenKitchen & Tap House, Home Team BBQ, Edmund’s Oast, andLewis Barbecue. Tickets are $30per person plus tax for a foodpass. Kids under 12 are free. Topurchase tickets, visit http://bit.ly/1UDxRJY. St. Paddy’s Pawlooza This dog-friendly special eventwill give people and their pets thechance to celebrate St. Patrick’sDay together at North CharlestonWannamaker County Park fromnoon to 4 p.m. Attendees willenjoy live music, beverages, andfood. St. Patrick’s Day attire isencouraged for all, especially forthe four-legged friends. For moreinformation or to register, visitCharlestonCountyParks.com orcall 843.795.4386.

TUESDAY, MARCH 1510th Annual Baker MotorCompany Fashion Show Through March 19 in DowntownCharleston, features emergingdesigners and model talent from

across the East Coast. Since itsfounding in 2007, the Baker MotorCompany Fashion Show hasbecome one of the premier fashionweek shows in North America. The bridal showcase, March19, will display the latest bridalfashions and trends. To purchasetickets and for more in formationvisit: charlestonfashionweek.com

THURSDAY, MARCH 17St. Patrick’s DayCrafternoon: Spring Flowers Craft3 p.m. Make a colorful bouquet ofowers out of buttons and wire.CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921I’on Avenue. 843.883.3914.

FRIDAY, MARCH 18Charleston's FamousSweetgrass Baskets9:15 a.m. The National ParkService Centennial Story Hourfor March will take place atthe Charleston Main Library.Geared for children ages 3-9 andis designed to give youth a funintroduction into the history andculture of our National Park siteshere in the Charleston area.

SATURDAY, MARCH 19Pet Fest Mount PleasantPalmetto Islands County Park10 a.m. to 4 p.m., plus Sunday,March 20. See story page 16. Beach Lovers Book Club

(Adults)10:30 a.m. Come for a livelydiscussion of After You by JojoMoyes. Light refreshments will beserved. CCPL Poe Branch Library,1921 I’on Avenue. 843.883.3914.

PLAY: Spring Flowers Craft10:30 a.m. Make a colorfulbouquet of owers out of buttonsand wire. CCPL Poe BranchLibrary, 1921 I’on Avenue.843.883.3914.

LOCAL HISTORY: The PestHouse on Sullivan’s Island: ABrief History12 p.m. From the early colonialera to the 1790s, the quarantinestation or "Pest House" onSullivan's Island was the rstpoint of landfall for many peoplecoming to South Carolina,especially enslaved Africans. Join CCPL's historian, Dr. NicButler, for a review of the factsand myths surrounding thishumble but important buildingand its place in our state's history.

Reservations requested. CCPL PoeBranch Library, 1921 I’on Avenue.843.883.3914.

THURSDAY, MARCH 24An Egg-Cellent Craft4 p.m., the IOP Rec. Center hoststhis free craft event. Register byFriday, March 18, 2016. Just in time for Easter! Come anddecorate eggs. Materials provided.

SATURDAY, MARCH 26Isle of Palms Easter Egg Hunt10 a.m. IOP Rec. Center, featuringan Egg Hunt, visits from theEaster Bunny, jump castles, aface painter, balloon artist andlots of candy! The event is free.

PLAY: Catapults Away!10:30 a.m. Take your Angry Birdsskills into the real world. Buildand test your own toy catapult.CCPL Poe Branch Library, 1921I’on Avenue. 843.883.3914.

Book Signing and Small ArmsSaturdayCharleston Museum Curator and

author of Stolen Charleston: TheSpoils of War J. Grahame Longwill speak about his book at 1p.m. at the Fort Moultrie VisitorCenter. The National Park Servicerangers and volunteers will offermusket ring demonstrations andinterpretive programs at 10 a.m.,11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m.inside Fort Moultrie. These ringdemonstrations take place thefourth Saturday of each month.See story page 17.

7th Annual “Hope on Goat”Oyster Roast Beneft2-6 p.m. (Rain or Shine) at GoatIsland Gatherings, Goat Island,South Carolina, Channel Marker116 on the Atlantic IntracoastalWaterway, just north of the Isleof Palms Marina. Guests willmeet at the Isle of Palms Marinalocated at 50, 41st Ave., Isle ofPalms 29451. Admission: $55each for adults, $20 for children3-12. Children 2 and under free.Advance tickets at www.cydc.org.See story page 10.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30Movie & Dodgeball12 - 3 p.m. at IOP Rec. Dept.,Spring Break! 3 hour mini campwhile the kiddos are out of school.Lunch, movie and dodgeball.Supervised by Recreation Staff.Register by Monday, March 28.$10 residents/$15 non-residents.Register by: Monday, March 28,843.886.8294.

MONDAY, APRIL 2Donnie PolkAcoustic music at The Dinghy Taproom and Kitchen. 8 JC LongBlvd., Isle of Palms.

SUNDAY, APRIL 3Lowcountry Cajun Festival12 – 6 p.m. Get ready for someragin’ Cajun fun right here inCharleston! The festival returnsto James Island County Parkbringing with it Louisiana livingto the Lowcountry, the CajunFestival is a full-day of music,Cajun and Creole foods, children’s

activities and entertainmentstraight from the bayou. This year’s festival will feature Zydecolegend Buckwheat Zydeco. Detailsat ccprc.com/137/Lowcountry-Cajun-Festival, tickets are $15 perperson, free for ages 12 and underand Gold Pass Members.

THURSDAY, APRIL 7A Meal to Remember Gala &Auction6:30 p.m., Sweetgrass Pavilion at

the Wild Dunes Resort (1 SundialCircle, Isle of Palms). Enjoy horsd’oeuvres and signature smallplates from local restaurants.Proceeds benet East CooperMeals on Wheels. $150 perperson; Sponsorships available;www.ecmow.org or 843. 881.9350.

SAVE THE DATE: April 8thGRAND OPENING PARTY

Sealand Adventure Sports is spreading their wings

and opening a larger location on Sullivan’s Island.

Sealand will be hosting a fashion show, music,food and drink. The party will also host games andcontests with winner giveaways. Look in the next

issue of your island eye for more details.


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rsday, December 3rant Arrest, 2600 Block Palmevard: Ofcers responded to

port of a suspicious femalehad passed out inside atruction workers truck.n Ofcers made contact withemale, it was determinedshe was under the inuence unknown substanceunable to care for herself.

her investigation revealedshe had outstandingst warrants with theh Carolina Department ofation, Parole and Pardonices. She was arrested anded in the Charleston Countyntion Center.ay, December 4t from Motor Vehicle, 57thnue: A victim reported thatnown person(s) entered intounlocked parked vehiclestole his GoPro Cameraunder the driver's seat.

stolen item is valued at

oximately $425. This casebeen assigned to CID forher investigation.Larceny, 41st Avenue: A

m reported that unknownon(s) stole her mopedhad been parked nearntrance to the dock. Theoximate value of the stolened is $400. This case hasassigned to CID for further

stigation.

Monday, December 7Driving Under the Infuence,Palm Boulevard & 41st Avenue: An Ofcer stopped a vehiclefor a moving violation andupon contact with the driversuspected that she was underthe inuence. The Ofcer askedthe driver if she had beendrinking and she said she had. The Ofcer then requested that

the driver perform StandardizedField Sobriety Tests and at theconclusion of the testing, placedher under arrest. The Ofcertransported the driver to theIOPPSB for DMT Testing, whereshe provided a breath samplewith a .22% BAC. The driver waslodged in the Charleston CountyDetention Center.Saturday. December 12Warrant Arrest, 1300 BlockOcean Boulevard: An Ofcergot out with an occupiedsuspicious vehicle parked in aprivate parking lot. The Ofcer

identied the occupants andfurther investigation revealedthat one of the subjects hadan outstanding arrest warrantwith a local agency. The subjectwas arrested and transferredto the Charleston City PoliceDepartment.Driving Under Suspension, 14thAvenue: An Ofcer stoppeda vehicle for an equipmentviolation and after checking thedriver's information, learned

that he was under suspensionfor nancial responsibility. The driver was arrested andlodged in the Charleston CountyDetention Center.Domestic Violence, 1000 BlockOcean Boulevard: Ofcersresponded to a report of adomestic violence situationand made contact with a malesubject who had cuts and

scratches on his face. Furtherinvestigation revealed that thecouple was arguing at a localestablishment and the malesubject left, but the femalesubject followed him back to theroom. She continued arguingand escalated to physicallyinjuring the male subject. Hewas able to step away fromher and call 9-1-1 and whilespeaking with the Call Taker,the female subject snatched thecell phone from him and threw itfrom the third oor balcony. Thefemale subject was arrested and

lodged in the Charleston CountyDetention Center.Tuesday, December 15Vandalism, 600 Block CarolinaBoulevard: A victim reported thatunknown person(s) broke outthe passenger's front window oftheir vehicle while parked in thedriveway. The approximate costof the damage is $150. This casehas been assigned to CID forfurther investigation.Friday, December 18

Driving Under the Infuence,1200 Block of Palm Boulevard:An Ofcer was conducting abusiness check, observed avehicle pull into the parking lotthat matched the descriptionof being involved in an earlierincident where the driver wasreported to be intoxicated. TheOfcer stopped the driver anddetermined that he was possibly

under the inuence. Whenasked if he had been drinking,he stated that he had a coupleof drinks. The Ofcer requestedthat the driver performStandardized Field Sobriety Tests. At the conclusion of thetests, the driver was placedunder arrest. The driver wastransported to the IOPPSB forDMT Testing, where he provideda breath sample with a .21%BAC. The driver was lodged inthe Charleston County DetentionCenter.Underage Possession of Alcohol,

900 Block Carolina Boulevard: Ofcers responded to the areaafter receiving information ofa possible underage drinkingparty. When they arrived in thearea, they saw several subjectswalking and attempted to speakwith them. The subjects tookoff running towards a nearbyhouse. The Ofcers madecontact with several subjects atthe house, saw many beer cansand determined that everyone

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under the age of 21. Ofcerssted and released twentyects to their parents.her investigation revealedthe owner of the house did

know his child was at these having a party.urday, December 19g Violation, 3300 Block

m Boulevard: An Ofcer wasducting a Special Patroluest of property, at theest of the owner because of

passers, when voices wererd coming from inside theded area where a "hide-out"been set up. The Ofcere contact with the subjectscould smell marijuanating from their person.her investigation resultedquantity of marijuanaother narcotics beingted, with one of the subjectsitting that it belonged to her.was placed under arrest anded at the Charleston Countyntion Center.ing Under the Infuence,0 Block Palm Boulevard: Ofcer responded to a

sion involving two vehicles.her investigation revealedthe driver of one of thecles was possibly undernuence. When asked ifhad been drinking, sheed drinking any alcohol,had drunk much earlier.Ofcer requested the driverorm Standardized Fieldriety Tests. At the conclusionsting, she was placeder arrest. The driver wassported to the IOPPSB for

T Testing, where she refusedrovide a breath sample. The

er was charged and lodged inCharleston County Detentionter.

day, December 20ing Under the Infuence,

m Boulevard & 13th Avenue:Ofcer stopped a vehicle foreling 72 MPH in a posted 55

MPH speed zone. When speakingwith the driver, the Ofcersaw an open bottle of beer inthe center console. Furtherinvestigation revealed that thedriver was possibly under theinuence. The Ofcer asked himif he had been drinking and headmitted to drinking earlier,but was just going to the beach. The Ofcer asked the driverto perform Standardized FieldSobriety Tests. At the conclusionof the testing, he was placedunder arrest. The driver was

transported to the IOPPBS forDMT Testing, where he provideda breath sample of .13% BAC. The driver was lodged in theCharleston County DetentionCenter.

Monday, December 21Driving Under the Infuence, IOPConnector: An Ofcer stoppeda vehicle for multiple movingviolations. While speaking withthe driver, the Ofcer observedan open bottle of beer on thebackseat oorboard and askedthe driver if she had beendrinking. The driver admitted to

drinking, but did not know howmuch. The Ofcer requestedthat she perform StandardizedField Sobriety Tests. At theconclusion of testing, she wasplaced under arrest. The driverwas transported to the IOPPSBfor DMT Testing, where sherefused to provide a breathsample. The driver was lodged inthe Charleston County DetentionCenter.Drug Violation, Palm Boulevard &5th Avenue: An Ofcer stoppeda vehicle for traveling 47 MPHin a posted 35 MPH speed zone.

As the Ofcer approached thevehicle, it was observed thatthe inside of the vehicle waslled with smoke and when thedriver rolled down the windowit came billowing out, at whichtime the Ofcer identied thesmell as burnt marijuana. The

Ofcer asked the driver if he hadmore marijuana and he handedhim a clear plastic baggie withapproximately a couple of gramsof marijuana. The driver wasplaced under arrest and releasedto his parents.Tuesday, December 22Grand Larceny, 500 Block PalmBoulevard: A victim reportedthat unknown person(s) stolemoney from a safe locatedinside her residence whererenovations were taking place. The approximate amount ofmoney stolen is $3,000. Theon-duty Investigator respondedto the residence and processedseveral items. This case hasbeen assigned to CID for furtherinvestigation.Wednesday, December 23Driving Under the Inuence-Palm Boulevard & 38th Avenue:An Ofcer stopped a vehiclefor moving violations. Contactwith the driver revealed thathe was possibly under theinuence. When asked on ascale of Oto 10, how intoxicateddid he believe that he was, with

him replying about a four. TheOfcer requested that the driverperform Standardized FieldSobriety Tests. At the conclusionof the testing, he was placedunder arrest. The driver wastransported to the IOPPSB forDMT Testing, where he refusedto provide a breath sample. The driver was lodged in theCharleston County DetentionCenter.

Thursday, December 24Suspicious Person - EntireIsland: Just after midnight,Ofcers observed suspicious

white male subject dressed ina red velvet outt, trimmed inwhite driving a red sleigh with9 reindeer. One of the reindeerwas identied as Rudolph by hisred shiny nose. The driver of thesleigh was Santa Claus. Ofcersassisted him to ensure that he

was able to deliver his Christmasgifts on time. As Santa left theisland, he was heard to say"Merry Christmas to all anda special thanks to the Isle ofPalms Police Department!"Friday, December 25Burglary, 8000 Block PalmettoDrive: A victim reported thatunknown person(s) enteredinto a residence and stoleitems from locked closets. Theapproximately value of the itemsstolen is $1140. This case hasbeen assigned to CID for furtherinvestigation.Sunday, December 27Drug Violation, Oak Harbor& 11th Avenue: An Ofcerpatrolling a residential areaobserved a suspicious personsitting inside a vehicle onthe side of the road. Furtherinvestigation revealed thatthe subject had a quantity ofmarijuana inside the vehicleand that he had an outstandingarrest warrant with a localagency for failure to appear forcourt on a previous marijuanacharge. The subject was

arrested, charged with drugviolations and transferred tothe Charleston County Sheriff'sOfce for the warrant.Wednesday, December 30Burglary, 8500 Palmetto Drive: A victim reported that unknownperson(s) entered intothe residence and stoletwo (2) televisions. The owner was ableto provide the serialnumber for one of thetelevisions, whichwas entered intoNCIC. This case

has been assignedto CID for furtherinvestigation.


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Acme Lowcountry KitchenSpecializing in local and sustainableseafood. All Altantic Ocean sourcedSeafood. $$-$$$843-886-FISH (3474)31 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

Banana CabanaA casual menu suits its beachfrontsetting. Nibbles like peel and eatshrimp and nachos alongsideheartier platters of seafood. $-$$(843) 886-4361www.thebananacabana.com

1130 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Beard Cat’sGelato made from locally sourcedingredients, and coffee shop that sitsbelow Obstinate Daughter. $416-5020www.beardcatsweetshop.com2063 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Ben & Jerry’sEnjoy an array of ice cream avors,from Chocolate Therapy, to PeachCobbler on Isle of Palms’ OceanBoulevard. $886-6314www.benandjerrys.com1009 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The BoathouseFresh, local seafood, andphenomenal sunset views from theupper deck on Breach Inlet. $$-$$$843.886.8000www.boathouserestaurants.com101 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Coconut Joe’s & Island Joe’s CoffeeSpectacular views of the Atlantic onthe rooftop bar and live music everynight during the summer. $-$$.Island Joe’s next door featuringcoffee and ice cream. $886-0046www.coconutjoes.biz1120 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

The DinghyLaid back Key West Vibe, greatfood options, unique beers on tap,spacious side porch, and live music.$-$$242-8310www.dinghyiop.com8 JC Long Blvd, Isle of Palms

Dunleavy’s Irish Pub The islands’ only Irish Pub. Famousburgers, Irish fare, favorite localshangout for over 20 years. $$883-9646www.dunleavysonsullivans.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

High ThymeA small island bistro, with a widerange of dishes, from seafood, tapason Tuesday, and a Sunday brunch.$$-$$$883-3536

www.highthymecuisine.com2213 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Home Team BBQNot limited to barbeque, this casualeatery also serves salads, wraps,tacos, and quesadillas, SundayBrunch. $$883-3131www.teamteambbq.com2209 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Island Ice Frozen YogurtAll organic frozen yogurt, with glutenfree and vegan options. Toppings areall natural or organic. Local coffeeand teas. $885-7079

www.islandiceyogurt.com1515 C Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Long Island CaféCome in for lunch, dinner, or Sundaybrunch and enjoy all your favoriteseafood, plus so much more at thisisland favorite. $$-$$$886-8809www.longislandcafesc.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Morgan Creek GrillRelax with a front row seat onthe Intracoastal Waterway whileenjoying fresh seafood and southernhospitality. $$886-8980

www.morgancreekgrill.com1515-A Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Obstinate DaughterRestaurant serving contemporarySouthern cuisine, pizza & pasta in arustic, coastal-inspired space.$$-$$$416-5020www.theobstinatedaughter.com2063 Middle St, Isle of Palms

Pizza HutNow serving Isle of Palms in theHarris Teeter shopping center.Deliver right to your door or getcarryout. $886-5759www.order.pizzahut.com1515 Palm Blvd, Isle of Palms

Poe’s TavernFamous for their gourmet burgers andchicken sandwiches, this Poe-inspiredeatery also features great deals onfresh sh tacos. $$

883-0083www.longislandcafesc.com2210 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

SALT at Station 22Enjoy a fun atmosphere with freshseafood and southern favorites, anda fresh, local raw bar. $$-$$$883-3355www.saltstation22.com2205 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Saltworks Dockside DeliLocated inside the Isle of PalmsMarina Market, come enjoybreakfast, smoothies, andsandwiches.. $-$$883-3355

www.saltworkscc.com50 41st Ave, Isle of Palms

Sullivan’sGrab a casual dinner of friedounder or crab cakes in a cozyatmosphere as well as lunch on theweekends. $$883-3222www.saltstation22.com2019 Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

Taco MamacitaEnjoy made from scratch ‘Tex Mex’soups, salads, tacos, and enchiladas,and quench your thirst with one ofseveral specialty margaritas. $$789-4107

www.tacomamacita.com2213-B Middle St, Sullivan’s Island

WindjammerLively spot with a bar menu, a deckoverlooking the water, and beachvolleyball court out back.$-$$886-8596www.the-windjammer.com1008 Ocean Blvd, Isle of Palms

Charleston Harbor Fish HouseStylish area-sourced seafood spot inCharleston Harbor Resort & Marina,with a deck & rooftop bar. $$-$$

284-7070www.charlestonharborshhouse.com32 Patriots Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

Cinebarre TheaterMultiplex with rst-run lms, lightmeals, beer & wine, plus indie shortsby local lmmakers. $$216-2690www.cinebarre.com963 Houston Northcutt Blvd, Mt.Pleasant

Coleman Public HouseLocated on Coleman Blvd featuringrotating craft brews on tap, plusburgers, famous trufe fries,atbreads & inventive pub grub. $$416-8833www.colemanpublichouse.com427 W Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Eggs Up GrillRelaxed chain serving a menu ofbreakfast, burgers & sandwiches in acolorful setting. $-$$388-3654

www.eggsupgrill.com2664 Highway 17 North, Mt. Pleasant

Jack’s Cosmic Dogs

Kitschy space-themed spot servinghot dogs topped with creativecondiments, plus sides & ice cream.$-$$884-7677www. jackscosmicdogs.com2805 N Hwy 17, Mt. Pleasant

The ShelterBrunch, burgers & draft beers ina dog-friendly hangout with anoutdoors deck, live music, andsports.$$388-3625www.theshelterkitchenandbar.com202 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Southerly Restaurant & Patio

Open for breakfast, lunch, anddinner, and weekend brunch.Boasts a fresh, seasonal menuof contemporary cuisine with aSouthern air. $$416-3965www.southernseason.com730 Coleman Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

Stack’s Coastal Kitchen Join us for lunch, where we offerfresh soup, salads, and sandwiches.Enjoy dinner in a casual bistro-style

setting, nice selection and outdoorseating. $$388-6968www.stackscoastalkitchen.com1440 Ben Sawyer Blvd, Mt. Pleasant

The Wine BarWine, unique variety of 40 + cheesesand charcuterie meats from aroundthe world., chocolate, bon-bons. $$849-5185www.thewinebarmtp.com664 Long Point Rd, Mt. Pleasant

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Hurricanes, storms etc., are NOT included in thepredictions. Tidal current direction changes and tide timepredictions can be very different. Tide predictions arePREDICTIONS; they can be wrong so use common sense.

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FINANCIAL FOCUS


For many people, the concept ofretirement can be scary, bothemotionally and nancially. If you,feel somewhat anxious about what

its you, you might feel more comfortablenowing that, depending on where youk, you might be able to retire in stages.s its name suggests, retiring in stagescally involves reducing one’s workrs from full-time to part-time, and

n, eventually, to complete retirement.ou enjoy the social relationships ofk, and you dene part of your identityh what you do at your job, this type ofdual transition may be easier for you toommodate than the abrupt transition

m “worker” to “retiree.”s for the nancial aspects of such a move, you will want to planad. A “phased-in” retirement can affect your investment and

me strategies in several areas, such as these:Social Security – You can start collecting Social Security asearly as age 62, but your monthly payments will only be about 75percent of what you’d get if you wait until you reach 66 (assumingthat 66 is your “full” retirement age). And the payments get largerfrom there, until they “max out” at 70. So, if you had plannedto retire at 62 but instead retired in stages, you could possiblyafford to delay taking Social Security until your checks werebigger. You could work and receive Social Security, but if yourearnings exceed a certain amount, some of your benets maybe withheld, at least until you reach full retirement age – afterwhich you can earn as much as you want with no withholding ofbenets. However, your Social Security could still be taxed basedon your income.Required minimum distributions – During your workingyears, you may well have contributed to tax-deferred retirementaccounts, such as a traditional IRA and a 401(k) or similaremployer-sponsored plan. But once you turn 70½, you must

start taking withdrawals (“requiredminimum distributions,” or RMDs) fromthese accounts. You can’t delay takingthese payments, which are taxable. But if

you did retire in stages and continued towork part-time, past when you expected tocompletely retire, you may be able to stickwith the required minimum withdrawalsat least for a while, rather than takingout larger amounts immediately. In thisway, you could potentially keep more of your retirement funds growing in your tax-deferred accounts.• Investment mix – If you planned to retireat a certain date, you might have createda specic mix of investments designed toprovide you with sufcient income to last

your lifetime. But if you continue to work, you may not haveto rely so heavily on your portfolio – that is, your IRA, 401(k)

and all investments held outside these retirement accounts – tohelp you meet your income needs. Consequently, during theseextra years of work, you may be able to withdraw less from yourportfolio, thus potentially having more assets to provide for yourincome needs down the road.

As you can see, a “phased-in” retirement could help provide youwith options in making a variety of nancial decisions. So, plancarefully before you exit the workforce – a gradual departure may bea good way to say “goodbye.”

This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your localEdward Jones Financial Advisor.

Should you retire in stages?BY DIMI MATOUCHEV

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